Best Drugstore Beauty Products

Some of my all time favorite beauty products are actually drugstore finds! Over the years I’ve tried a ton of products and have figured out what’s worth splurging on for me personally (like eyeshadow and skincare) and where I can save some money and get the drugstore versions.

Here are some of my long time faves along with some new drugstore beauty finds I’ve been loving! All are under $20!

collage of drugstore makeup

Jergens Instant Sun Self Tanner

This self tanner is a mousse and is super easy to apply and doesn’t go on streaky! The shade “Light Bronze” is perfect for my pale skin, and I love the natural color & glow it gives.

L’Oreal Voluminous Waterproof Mascara

I’ve tried a lot of mascaras, but I always come back to this one. It gives a ton of volume and length, and is lightweight so your lashes keep their curl. And as someone with seasonal allergies that make my eyes water, this saves me from panda eyes every spring.

ELF Makeup Brushes

ELF makeup brushes are so good I can’t believe most are under $5. I like them just as much as brushes I’ve paid $20 or more on, so now these are my go-to!

ELF Setting Powder

I love this $8 drugstore setting powder! It’s very fine and sets makeup without looking cakey – must for my oily skin in the summer!
TIP: apply setting powder with a dry makeup sponge to your under eyes for longer lasting concealer.

Milani Baked Blush

I love this blush in the shade “Rosa Romantica” because it gives a natural color with a bit of shimmer. Plus, it’s under $10 and one blush lasts me a couple of years!

NYX Matte Setting Spray

I’ve used this NYX matte setting spray for years and never felt the need to try anything else. It makes my makeup last all day even in the heat!
TIP: apply setting spray before your mascara to avoid mascara splotches!

NYX Liquid Lipsticks & Lip Glosses

NYX makes some of my all time fave lipsticks and lip glosses. I love the Butter Gloss for it’s hydrating and non-sticky formula, and the Soft Matte Lip Cream is just as lovely as the name suggests. Their Lip Lingerie line is the best drugstore liquid lipstick IMO, and the range of nude shades is just gorgeous.

Looking for more beauty products? I also have a beauty section on my Finds page which I update regularly!

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