My Top Drugstore Makeup Favorites
Top Affordable Gems I Love
As a professional makeup artist, I often work with high-end products, but I’ve discovered that many drugstore options perform just as beautifully. Whether you’re building your makeup kit on a budget or seeking reliable everyday products, here are some of my top drugstore favorites that deliver quality without breaking the bank.
E.L.F Cosmetics
E.L.F COSMETICS - Bronzing Drops - Blends seamlessly for a sun-kissed look.
E.L.F COSMETICS - Halo Glow Liquid Filter - A beautiful glow booster with coverage.
Maybelline
MAYBELLINE | Lifter Gloss with Hyaluronic Acid - Adds shine and hydration for plump-looking lips.
MAYBELLINE | Superstay Teddy Tint Long Lasting Matte Lip Tint - A versatile long wearing liquid lip that complements many lip colors.
MAYBELLINE | Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara
MAYBELLINE | Super Stay 24h Skin Tint + Vitamin C
Ardell
ARDELL | Naked False Lashes #420 Multipack - My favorite brand of lashes, especially the Naked False ones.
ARDELL | Naked False Lashes #421 Multipack
Revlon
REVLON | Super Lustrous Lipstick - Creamy texture with rich pigmentation.
REVLON | Colorstay Lip Liner - I keep this in my personal makeup bag in shade nude and love it.
NYX Professional Makeup
NYX Professional Makeup | Micro Brown Pencil - Fills and defines brows.
NYX Professional Makeup | Butter Gloss - This is a staple lip product to have on hand!
L’Oreal Paris
L’OREAL PARIS | True Match Lumi Glotion Natural Glow Enhancer - Creamy texture that gives a radiant glow.
L’OREAL PARIS | Voluminous Original Mascara
L’OREAL PARIS | Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara - Adds volume and length for a dramatic effect.
L’OREAL PARIS | Voluminous Panorama Waterproof Mascara
Other Finds
COLOURPOP | Super Shock Shadow - An incredible formula if you’re looking for a shimmery eye shadow.
PHYSICIANS FORMULA } Murmuru Butter Bronzer - Creamy texture that gives a radiant glow and I love the way it smells.
MILANI | Baked Blush - An incredible product, check out my favorite shade Luminoso.
These drugstore products have earned a permanent spot in my makeup bag for their performance and affordability. Whether you’re a makeup novice or a seasoned pro, give these a try!
What are your thoughts? I also filmed a Drugstore Makeup Tutorial recently with some of these favs. Any that you love or any that I am missing? Do you have any favorite shades? Let me know.
xo,
Caitlyn
