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Natural Drugstore Makeup Routine: Effortless, Everyday Glow

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Want a fresh, natural look that feels like you — just a bit more refined? This routine gives you a smooth, shine-free finish, soft definition, and natural tones. Perfect for work, errands, or a no-fuss day. And of course, good skincare is the foundat...
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My Easy Makeup Must-Haves

Here’s everything I use for a natural, matte (but still fresh) makeup look — all from the drugstore, all beginner-friendly. These are my everyday staples when I want to feel put-together without going full glam. Think: lightweight coverage, soft defi...

 
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Your canvas starts here. This primer blurs pores and smooths texture for an even, velvety base. It controls shine throughout the day without drying out your skin, and helps your makeup stay put — especially in the T-zone. Ideal if you want your found...
1. Primer: e.l.f. Matte Putty Primer
 
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Lightweight, long-wear coverage that feels like nothing. This foundation delivers breathable, buildable coverage with a soft matte finish that still looks like real skin. It blends effortlessly, evens out your complexion, and resists sweat, humidity,...
2. Foundation: L'Oréal Infallible Fresh Wear Liquid Foundation
 
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Undetectable coverage where you need it. A classic for a reason. This concealer has a smooth, lightweight texture that blends like a dream. It covers dark circles, redness, and blemishes without looking heavy or settling into fine lines. The finish i...
3. Concealer: Maybelline Fit Me Concealer
 
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Sets everything without caking anything. This powder does exactly what it promises: it mattifies, smooths, and helps blur the look of pores. It’s great for setting your base or touching up throughout the day — and it leaves your skin looking natural,...
4. Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Powder
 
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Elegant, smooth, and beautifully matte. This blush looks as pretty in the pan as it does on the skin. The finely-milled formula blends effortlessly and gives a soft, natural-looking color that complements light to medium skin tones. The finish is mat...
5. Blush: Milani Rose Powder Blush in ‘Romantic Rose’
 
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Effortless warmth, zero shimmer. This bronzer gives your skin a touch of natural-looking warmth and soft dimension without looking orange or muddy. The matte finish makes it great for contouring or a subtle sun-kissed look — especially if you prefer ...
6. Bronzer: Rimmel Natural Bronzer in ‘Sun Light’
 
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Shape and define in seconds. This pencil makes it easy to fill in sparse spots and lightly shape your brows with minimal effort. The formula is smooth and blendable, and the built-in spoolie helps brush through for a natural, fluffy finish. Great for...
7. Brows: e.l.f. Instant Lift Brow Pencil
 
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Length and lift without clumps. This mascara gives your lashes a naturally long, fluttery look. It separates, lengthens, and lifts without flaking or smudging, and the flexible wand makes it easy to coat every lash — even the tiny ones in the corners...
9. Mascara: Maybelline Sky High Mascara
 
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A versatile, soft nude with a hint of pink. This lip liner is creamy, smooth, and perfect for defining lips naturally. It helps shape and enhance your lips without being too harsh or bold, making it ideal for a soft, everyday look.
9. Lip Liner: NYX Slim Lip Pencil in ‘Peekaboo Neutral’
 
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This lipstick gives a beautiful, soft matte finish that matches the nude-pink undertones of the lip liner. It’s comfortable, long-wearing, and won’t dry out your lips, making it perfect for all-day wear while still keeping things natural and polished...
10. Lipstick: Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Lipstick in ‘Lover’
 
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Hydrating, glossy finish with a hint of shimmer. This gloss is infused with hyaluronic acid, so it hydrates while giving your lips a plump, glassy shine. The shade ‘Ice’ is a clear, shine-enhancing gloss that’s perfect for topping any matte lipstick ...
11. Gloss: Maybelline Lifter Gloss in ‘Ice’