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Best Drugstore Makeup
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Drugstore makeup that I reach for again and again! Great makeup doesn't have to be expensive :)
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A quick and easy mascara for every day! It doesn't smudge or flake on me, but I don't have oily lids. It's so affordable it's worth a shot for everyone :)
Bye Bye Panda Eyes! Tubing Mascara - Essence
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Glossier who? This tinted gel is SO GOOD. I have two shades. One to lighten my brows a bit and one for a natural look!
Wow Brow Gel - e.l.f. Cosmetics
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The first brow product I fell in love with! The applicator is perfect!
Tinted Eyebrow Mascara - NYX Professional Makeup
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They're iconic for a reason! I have so many shades. The formula is buttery and blendable, and each pot comes with tons of product.
Super Shock Shadow - ColourPop
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This little guy is great. It's the perfect size for travel and is SO affordable!! Love!!
Cream & Sugar Bite Size Eyeshadow Palette - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
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Another iconic formula from Essence. They kill the mascara game!
Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara - Essence | Ulta Beauty
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If you need a black liner, this is the one. LOVE that you don't need to sharpen it!
Kajal Auto Eyeliner - Super Black - L.A. Girl | Ulta Beauty
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Do not sleep on LA Girl. Their eye pencils are really good for the price.
Pastel Dream Auto Eyeliner - L.A. Girl | Ulta Beauty
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This shadow formula is so good!! I love the warm shimmery tones!
Downplay Keep It Playful 9 Color Eyeshadow Palette - L.A. Girl | Ulta Beauty
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More fun, vibrant colors! These are great for the waterline!
Shockwave Eyeliner - L.A. Girl | Ulta Beauty
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Shade “peachy” is my favorite! I love that these are long-lasting but not matte! Sooooo good! I do find they dry pretty sticky but I'll look past it.
Super Stay Vinyl Ink Liquid Lipcolor - Maybelline
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Butter Gloss that sparkles???? A million times yes.
Bring The Bling Butter Gloss Bling Non-Sticky Lip Gloss - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
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These are hydrating and I find they last really well on my lips! I have two shades and reach for them ALL THE TIME.
Glow Reviver Lip Oil - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
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It's hydrating, smells delicious, and gives a pretty tint. What else do you need? They also just released new shades!
Fruit Fetish Lip Oil - Milani
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These lip liners don't budge. They can be a liiiiitle drying, but I have no issues when I line rather than fill my lips :)
Shockwave Lip Liner - L.A. Girl | Ulta Beauty
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I'm obsessed with this formula!! It's super pigmented, hydrating, and stays put. These are such a hidden gem.
Lip Gloss - L.A. Girl | Ulta Beauty
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If you want that 2016 highlight, here you go. That's when I first started using this and I never stopped! PAck ir on or diffuse for a gorgeous glow :)
Blossom Glow MegaGlo Highlighting Powder - Wet n Wild | Ulta Beauty
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Sorry Rare Beauty, but these are the OG glowy blushes. So good!
Luminoso Baked Blush - Milani | Ulta Beauty
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I like this better than much more expensive powders! It takes away shine without taking away your glow.
Halo Glow Loose Setting Powder | e.l.f. Cosmetics
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Obsessed. HOW did I wait so long to try this? It's sticky, hydrating, and not as goopy feeling as ye olde Jelly Pop.
Power Grip Primer - e.l.f. Cosmetics
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Loooove this as a blush! Also great for the lids and lips when you want a soft, monochrome look. 
e.l.f. Monochromatic Multi-Stick
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Gives a stunning finish to the skin, alone or mixed with other products! Use in a slightly darker shade for a bronzing drops effect ;)
Halo Glow Liquid Filter - e.l.f. Cosmetics
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Scent? Questionable. Finish? Excellent.
Soft Beige PhotoFocus Liquid Foundation - Wet n Wild | Ulta Beauty
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My most reached for drugstore bronzer. It blends like a dream and doesn't pull too orange on me!
Putty Bronzer - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
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Really pretty light coverage. I love mixing it with the Eof Halo Glow!
Pretty Fresh Hyaluronic Acid Tinted Moisturizer - ColourPop
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Get yourself some PIGMENT. These are dupes for the Rare Beauty liquid blushes!
Camo Liquid Blush - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
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Tanning drops without the price tag! These are great for boosting your glow.
True Match Lumi Glotion Natural Glow Enhancer - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
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Creamy, blendable, and affordable. I love this one.
Wet n Wild Photofocus Concealer
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I first bought this in 2015. It's not too matte for my dry skin and looks good without too much effort! A timeless classic!
Fit Me Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation - Maybelline
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Creamy, blendable, super pigmented! I want every shade! I looove the application with stick blushes.
Hydrating Blush Stix - ColourPop
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One of the best setting sprays I use. Super affordable so I don't feel bad using a lot when I need to!
Stay All Night Micro-Fine Setting Mist - e.l.f. Cosmetics
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Tools

 
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The only makeup sponges I will buy. These are excellent.
Double Tap Makeup Sponge 2 Pack - Wet n Wild | Ulta Beauty
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The most affordable way to join the powder puff game. Plus it's pink!
Halo Glow Powder Puff - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
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