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Everyday Drugstore Makeup Routine
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This is the exact sequence of products I reach for every single morning to achieve a polished, put-together look without spending a fortune. 💄 These are my absolute favorites that have stood the test of time—high-quality formulas that perform consis...
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The Prep (Skincare & Base)
 
The Correction (Conceal & Set)
 
The Glow (Bronzer, Blush & Highlight)
 
The Eyes & Brows

The Prep (Skincare & Base)

Before I even think about color, I focus on creating a smooth, hydrated canvas. This section includes my long-time staple moisturizer for sun protection and my favorite eye roller to kickstart my morning and depuff. By starting with a lightweight BB ...

 
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This has been my daily moisturizer for years. It's perfect on bare skin or under makeup for quick and easy sun protection. Perfect for sensitive skin.
CeraVe Face Moisturizers for All Skin Types
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This dramatically reduces my puffy undereye and, over time, has also reduced dark circles. This is a staple in my routine.
Garnier Clearly Brighter Anti-Puff Eye Roller
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Light coverage for every day wear, includes SPF 30, feels light on my skin.
Maybelline Dream Fresh Skin Hydrating BB Cream
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The Correction (Conceal & Set)

This step is where the magic happens for covering redness or brightening up tired eyes. I rely on high-coverage pencils and creamy concealers to target specific spots, like rosacea or dark circles, without the makeup looking cakey. Finishing with a r... 

 
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Hands down the best drug store concealer I've ever had. The coverage is unmatched and perfect for rosacea.
Hard Candy Glamoflauge Concealer Pencil 313
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Perfect under eye concealer to cover dark circles and brighten up undereyes.
Pixi Undereye Concealer
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This pressed powder is a staple to set my bb cream or foundation and make it last all day.
COVERGIRL TruBlend Pressed Powder
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The Glow (Bronzer, Blush & Highlight)

I love using these products to add dimension and a healthy flush back into my face. This section features my favorite matte bronzer for subtle contouring and baked blushes that offer a hint of shimmer for a natural highlight. Whether I'm using a powd...

 
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Classic matte bronzer for contouring
NYX Matte Bronzer
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I have this blush in multiple colors – the small specs of shimmer are the perfect touch for a subtle, everyday highlight.
Milani Baked Blush Powder, Cruelty Free
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Perfect stick highlighter for bare face days to brighten your skin up
e.l.f. Daily Dew Cooling Highlighter Stick
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This highlighter is perfect to mix with your foundation or BB cream for a fresh, dewy finish.
L'Oreal True Match Lumi Glotion 902 Light
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Affordable, high-quality highlighter
Wet n Wild Highlighter
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The Eyes & Brows

Your eyes and brows frame your entire face, and these are the tools I use to keep them looking defined but natural. From my favorite micro-pencil for fluffy brows to the liquid liner I use for a quick cat-eye, these products are all about ease and lo...

 
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Easy, long lasting liquid liner. Perfect for every day liner or cat-eye.
Maybelline Hyper Easy Liquid Pen Eyeliner
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This pencil creates the perfect, natural, fluffy brows.
NYX Micro Brow Pencil, Precise Eyebrow
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This gel is ideal to build up defined brows or blend out for a natural look. Stays on all day.
e.l.f. Lock On Liner & Brow Cream, Vegan
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Eyebrow gel is an essential to keep brows in place all day and keep them defined hours after application.
NYX Control Freak Eyebrow Gel - Clear
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This is the best eye lasher curler I've ever owned. It's lasted for years and you can't beat the price.
e.l.f. Pro Strong Contoured Eyelash Curler
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Staple in my routine for years. This formula perfectly separates and defines my lashes. Great alone for more natural look or to build upon with a volumizing mascara.
COVERGIRL Clump Crusher Mascara 20X Volume
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Perfect mascara for a second layer to build up volume and drama.
essence I Love Extreme Volume Mascara
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These are perfect for everyday makeup looks if you want fuller lashes without going over the top. Very easy to apply and remove.
Ardell Natural Lashes 110 Black, 4 Pack
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