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the ULTIMATE luxury and drugstore holy grail beauty product list

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these beauty products will never steer you wrong, babe. here are some luxury and drugstore makeup, skincare, and hair products that i have used for YEARS! these products range from $5 - $50.
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luxury and drugstore makeup holy grails

these are my tried and true beauty/makeup products that i have used for years!!
 
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the way the DUO Brush On Striplash Adhesive has been my first lash glue i ever tried and the only i have ever stuck with. i have been wearing strip lashes for about 10 years and this glue is by far the best in terms of comfort, application, and how f...
DUO Brush-On Clear Lash Glue – Waterproof Adhesive
 
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the Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder is one of my holy grails!!!! if you want to look like a filter, this is the product for you. this powder keeps my makeup in place for up to 16 hours with a soft matte finish. the ultra-fine, lightwei...
Translucent Loose Setting Powder
 
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i was looking for a foundation that would be weightless and still make you look flawless. i have normal-to-dry skin and am very picky about my foundation! Laura Mercier’s Real Flawless Weightless Perfecting Waterproof Foundation came up for me on tik...
Laura Mercier Real Flawless Weightless Perfecting Waterproof Foundation
 
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I won't lie - NYX did reformulate this product a few years ago and I was disappointed in the difference! :( however, even with the reformulation, it remains one of my favorite products. it's an affordable makeup staple, with ultra-pigmented, waterpro...
NYX Epic Wear Long Lasting Liquid Eyeliner
 
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if you sweat a lot like me during the summer, you need a product that will hold your makeup DOWN! my makeup stays 100% with this setting spray. my friends and i affectionately call it “the hairspray of setting sprays” it's JUST THAT GOOD. the One/Siz...
On 'Til Dawn Setting Spray
 
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listen.. i know this product has had it's controversy but it's worth the hype. i have very short, straight lashes, and this product will get my lashes SKY HIGH. the L'Oréal Paris Telescopic Original Mascara is a cult-favorite (for a good reason!) tha...
Telescopic Telescopic-Original-Mascara
 
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i was on the hunt for a cream bronzer a few years ago when the Rare Beauty Warm Wishes Effortless Bronzer Stick came across my radar. i had never tried a cream bronzer before and i was nervous! however, this quickly has become one of my most restocke...
Rare Beauty Warm Wishes Effortless Bronzer Stick
 
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ok i know it's expensive ($34) but HEAR ME OUT it is so beyond worth it and it will last you FOREVER. it's a classic for a reason! the NARS Soft Matte Complete Concealer is a full-coverage, oil-free cream that conceals dark spots, under-eye circles, ...
NARS Soft Matte Complete Concealer

luxury and drugstore skincare holy grails for normal-to-dry skin

these are my tried and true products that i have used for years. i would not be recommending these if they have not helped me in any shape or form. use at your own discretion, i hope they work out for you as they have for me!

 
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been using this product since i was a teenager - this was one of the very first skincare products i ever used!!! if you're looking for an affordable yet effective way to refresh your skin, The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner is a standout...
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner
 
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i don't like to use a ton of different face masks - in fact, the less products, the better for my skin. i love trying k-beauty, and i heard about this brand a while back. the Beauty of Joseon Ground Rice and Honey Glow Mask is infused with gentle exf...
Ground Rice and Honey Glow Mask
 
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i know, i know… everyone and their second cousin recommends this product. but seriously, it's a cult favorite for a reason. i always say that the less products, the better my skin is. i started using this when i was about 13 and have not stopped sinc...
Hydrating Facial Cleanser
 
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again with the CeraVe.. i'm telling yall, it's the truth!!! the CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion is a lightweight, oil-free moisturizer that is formulated with essential ceramides and hyaluronic acid to help restore your skin’s protective barrier and...
CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion
 
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i remember seeing a post on social media once where this woman used this product on her boyfriend's wound and IT HEALED IT SO QUICKLY. i was like oh i need to try this immediately. this product is a lifesaver during the winter when my eczema flairs u...
CeraVe Healing Ointment

luxury and drugstore holy grail hair products

is your hair dry? is it frizzy? is it kind of, sort of wavy but not really 100% curly? is it really thick and absorbs product like no other? then this list is made for you. 

 
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once i found out my hair type and that i needed a clarifying shampoo, i began to sweat about trying to go on a hunt for the best one. my stylist recommended me the OUAI Detox Shampoo right away and i can not thank her enough for a LIFECHANGING produc...
Ouai Detox Shampoo
 
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ok i admit i haven't been using this for years (i believe it's a new product as of 2024) but it is a new holy grail that i have been recommending to everyone. this dry shampoo is PERFECT for anyone who sweats a ton (aka me) during summer or during wo...
Sweat Activated Dry Shampoo | Batiste
 
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this product legitimately changed my life and i am not joking. my stylist recommended this to me (along with the ouai clarifying shampoo) and my hair has never been so soft, so shiny, and so beautiful. the Matrix Food for Soft shampoo targets dry hai...
Food for Soft Shampoo: Ultimate Dry Hair Solution | Matrix
 
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same story as the shampoo - this product changed my life!!! my dry hair is no longer after using this product. the combo of hyaluronic acid and avocado turns hair into a frizz-free place.
Food For Soft Detangling Hydrating Conditioner | Matrix
 
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this eva nyc hair mask has been in my rotation for the longest. this hair product will keep your hair shiny and your pockets happy (it's $16!). i use it only once a week and it lasts me a while.
Glass Hair Shine Hair Mask - Eva Nyc | Ulta Beauty

luxury and drugstore holy grail body washes, oils, and scrubs

 
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Dove seriously makes the BEST body washes. the Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash is a luxurious, hydrating cleanse that leaves skin feeling SO beyond soft and nourished for up to 24 hours. developed with plant-based moisturizers, this sulfate- and paraben...
Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash