Drug Store Beauty Basics

I love makeup but buying it can get expensive, especially for high-end products. To offset the amount that I spend on my makeup essentials, I try to use budget-brands for basic makeup products. Since I have a few budget products that I keep buying again, I decided to share my top picks for budget makeup. 

 

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Elf Eyelid Primer     

      -Retails at Target for $1

Eyelid primer is used to keep your eye shadow on for a long period of time without touch-ups and also keeps the shadow from creasing. This product is wonderful because it is so cheap! I have heard mixed reviews about this primer, but I have learned to use it properly and I am about to share how with you! This primer tends to become like liquid if it gets cold. Primer should be creamy. To make your Elf Primer creamy, just hold it in your palm for a minute before using it. The heat from your hand will warm the plastic and the primer will become a cream.   

 

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LA Colors- Eye Shadow

   -Retails at Family Dollar and Dollar Tree for $1

While I have only tried the eye shadow from this brand, the bold colors that are offered are amazing because they are so pigmented! LA Colors brand offers a ton of different bright blues, pinks, greens, and purples that also look great on your lower lash line if you want to wear this product as a highlight. For neon like colors, a white base (shadow) will really make these shadows pop. Unfortunately, the bright color only lasts a few hours before you need a touch-up, but for a dollar it’s worth the effort!

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EOS Lip Balm

            -Retails at all drug stores for about $2.99

EOS Balms are hands down the best lip balm that you can find. EOS smells great, feels like lotion on your lips, and lasts FOREVER! Yes, your $2.99 is probably a six-month investment when it comes to lip balm. During the holidays, you can find 4-piece gift sets for around $9.99 at Target. These make great stocking stuffers for men and women.

 

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Wet n Wild- Blush

            -Retails at Target for $2.99

This is my everyday blush brand. I would have to say that for being a budget-brand makeup, this blush works like a high end product. While Wet n Wild does not offer much for variety in color selection, all of the blush’s colors are true to the package. The blush will also last all day and the amount of product that you get for your money will keep your cheeks rosy for months. Wet n Wild’s blush is definitely a steal!

ELF Makeup Mist & Set

            -Retails at Target for $3

ELF Makeup Mist & Set is infused with Aloe, Green Tea, Cucumber, and Vitamins A, C, and E. This spray is used to set your makeup so that it stays on all day. This product is great for people who sweat in their faces. It also works just as well as higher end products and is way less expensive. While I don’t use makeup mist everyday to set my face, I like using it when it’s really hot or when I am going to a party or other special event. Makeup mist allows you to be camera ready in an instant!

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Wet n Wild- Eye Shadow Pallets

            -The COLOR ICON Collection retails at Target for $3.99

Wet n Wild offers some great pallets for an even better price, offering 8 different colors for under $4. While Wet n Wild’s colors definitely needs a primer base, but keep their color all day so no touch-ups will be needed.  As a bonus, Wet n Wild also labels the pallets with a stamp in the eye shadow so that you what colors that you need to achieve a professional look.

Products to Splurge On:

• Foundation
• Face/ Eye Concealer
• Mascara
• Liquid Eyeliner

Money Saving Tips

If you are on a budget and are opting for drug store makeup, purchase your makeup when it is on sale, even if you don’t need it at that time. You can also find some great makeup coupons in your Sunday paper, sometimes offering up to $3 off of certain brands.

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