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Drugstore Makeup Must-haves
22 items
By
Ava Schulze
I've watched way too many hours of beauty content creators and made a list of the most recommended products to make it easier for you to buy!
Sections
3
Skin
Eyes
Lips
Skin
Need a grippy primer but have dry skin? Then this one is for you!
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Grip Primer - 1oz
This is an amazing primer to fill in any lines or pores to make your base extra smooth. Layers wonderfully under foundation.
Milani Conceal + Perfect Blur Out Smoothing Primer - 0.74 fl oz
Best full coverage foundation at the drugstore. If you have dryer skin, add a drop of oil and mix it up before you apply to your skin.
Revlon Colorstay Makeup for Combination/Oily with SPF 15 - 150 Buff - 1 fl oz
Adds a little bit of coverage to the skin to even it out. The hyaluronic acid leaves your skin feeling moisturized.
Wet n Wild Bare Focus Tinted Hydrator - Light - 0.91 fl oz
Great under eye dark spot product. Can be worn with or without concealer.
Catrice Under Eye Brightener
The tried-and-true concealer that has been raved about for years. Pro-tip, remove the applicator for a cleaner application and to get more product.
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Multi-Use Dark Circles Concealer Medium to Full Coverage - 115 Warm Light - 0.2 fl oz
If you want your pores to disappear use this. Has a little bit of color and is also talc free!!
L'Oreal Paris Infallible Blur-fection Longwear Loose Setting Powder - Brightening Light Pink - 0.21oz
Blends into the skin like a dream. Can be used to bronze up any part of the face and body as well.
No7 Pro Artist Cream Bronzer - Light - 1.26oz
Amazing powder bronzer that is not patchy or difficult to blend. Adds warmth to the face without making it look too muddy.
L'Oreal Paris Infallible Soft Matte Bronzer, Tan, 0.31 oz
Beautiful blush that is very buildable, so you don't have to worry about applying too much.
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Blush, Soft Matte Finish, Up to 24H, Confident Pink, 0.31 oz
Be careful with this one because it is super pigmented. The product is so buttery and melts into the skin.
ColourPop Super Shock Cosmetic Highlighter - Flexitarian - 0.15oz
A fine mist that sets your face and makes your makeup last and look great throughout the day.
L'Oreal Paris Infallible 3-Second Up to 36HR Wear Setting Spray - 1.76oz
Eyes
Stunning eye products at the drugstore or online.
Works great at filling in sparse areas of the brows in a natural way. Easy to apply.
COVERGIRL Easy Breezy Brow Micro Fine + Define Pencil - 710 Soft Brown - 0.003oz
Beautiful pallete at an amazing price. The matte shades blend easily and the shimmer adds a pop of brightness to the eye.
FLORA 9 - 04 Euphoria
Best eyeliner for the waterline. It does not budge or run while you wear it.
L'Oreal Paris Infallible Grip Waterproof Mechanical Gel Eyeliner - 200 Intense Black - 0.023oz
Lovely light pink shade to add to the inner corner or eyelid to brighten any eye look.
Pixi by Petra Endless Shade Stick - Pearl Lustre - 0.05oz
Super buttery consistency and is super pigmented. I love pink shades.
Riding Solo Single Shadow - Howdy
This mascara is so good and so cheap!! It is definitely a holy grail.
Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara - Cruelty Free - 0.4 fl oz
If you wear false lashes you've probably heard or Ardell's lash line. The invisible band makes the lashes look so natural. They are easy to apply.
Ardell Naked 421 False Eyelashes - Black - 4pr
Lips
Best drugstore products for your lips.
The hype around this lip liner is real and is not a lie. Super pigmented and glides on like a dream. Great shade variety as well.
NYX Professional Makeup Long-Lasting Slim Lip Pencil - Creamy Lip Liner - Nude Pink - 0.03oz
This lipstick stays in place throughout the day and has a great range of colors.
L'Oreal Paris Colour Riche Original Satin Lipstick for Moisturized Lips - 840 Nature's Blush - 0.13oz
Not sticky or too thick. The shades with pigment add a beautiful pop of color.
essence Extreme Shine Volume Lipgloss - 09 Shadow Rose - 0.17 fl oz