Happy Thursday everyone! I have lots of extra time today, and I'm in front of my computer versus my phone so I thought I'd give you a little more lengthy, detailed blog!
Everyone knows I'm a fan of going into the make-up store and splurging. However, my bank account cries when I do that, and what everyone may not know, is I use A LOT of drug store products because they're readily available, and way less expensive, and to be honest, a lot of them are just as good as the products in Sephora. But you can also get some great products from Ulta or Sephora for $20 or under. So with that being said, I'm going to tell you guys my Top 20 Favorite Makeup Products for under $20!
1. NYX Liquid Black liner. I saw Cody Wren use this for her winged liner look and it looked amazing! (If you're not following her on instagram, you should) So I picked this up at Target for $5.99, which is a total steal because I was using Ink For Eyes by Urban Decay which runs at $19.99. This eyeliner gets the job done for a dramatic line, and lasts all day!
2. Real Techniques Beauty Sponge. This sponge is a dupe for the Beauty Blender which sells for $20 and up. But I purchased this sponge for $5.99 at Ulta (some Targets carry it)and it lives up to the Beauty Blender reputation. I believe it's a little smaller but still gets the job done for a flawless application!
3.Rimmel Stay Matte Powder- This Powder is great for a Matte finish, hence the name. I put this on when I'm finished with my makeup because it gives up to 5 hours of natural shine control. It also helps to minimize my pores. It comes in various shades. You can even use it as a bronzer. I use shade 004 Sandstorm. I picked this up at Shopko for $4
4. L'Oreal True Match Concealer. This product is readily available at most drug stores for $7.99. I LOVE this product for a highlighter versus a concealer, and it's a product I continue to repurchase when I run out. It gives great coverage!
5. Revlon ColorStay Foundation. If you're looking for a inexpensive, maxmium coverage foundation this would be the one for you. And a lot of the YouTube, Beauty Bloggers, turn to this foundation and call it their holy grail. I was inspired through Cody Wren, once again, to get the Revlon Color Stay Liquid foundation and Mix it with the Revlon Color Stay Whipped Foundation. This combination, is the real deal! Both foundations are available at Ulta and most drugstores for around $9-10.
6.NYX Butter Gloss- If you love lipsticks/Lip gloss but can't stand that awful taste/smell they give off, then NYX Butter Gloss is your go-to. These glosses and lipsticks are so pigmented and creamy! They go on smooth and give great color. They range from nudes, to darkest reds and pinks! I usually get mine from Target or Ulta for $5 and carry at least two in my purse!
7. Anastasia Brow Pomade- This is my holy grail brow product. You can purchase this product for $18 at Ulta or sephora. The brow pomades give a great, lasting look to your eyebrows and come in various shades! I use the "Chocolate" shade. This product is also water proof and smudge free!
8.Wet n Wild Fergie on the Daily- This is a favorite lipstick of mine. I have always been a fan of the nude lip. Fergie on the daily gives a great nude color for $2! Umm can you say steal! I purchase mine from Wal-Mart!
9.Maybelline Fit Me Foundation- This foundation goes for$5.99 at the drugstores and I have used this stuff since my Junior year. It doesn't have full,caked-on, coverage, but its enough to get me by for a day of work or a lazy day. I love this foundation because it's easy to found the right shade for your skin tone , it's inexpensive, and is easy to apply. I keep 3 different shades on hand all the time. 220-230.
10.NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil- Can you tell that I like NYX Products? I purchased this product at Ulta for $5. This is another product that Cody Wren has brought into my life. (Seriously follow her! @codywren) I use this product as a base on my eye lips, or on my bottom lip to open my eyes! This product goes on so smoothly and last all day. I use it every morning in my morning routine.
11. Wet N Wild Mega Length Mascara- I feel like everyone frowns upon the Wet N Wild brand because it's inexpensive. However, I love them and I love the price. This mascara is perfect for me, because I like to wear fake lashes, and it blends my real lashes and fake ones together perfectly! It also allows me to lengthen my bottom lashes without getting it all over the place.This product is $3.99 at WAL-Mart!
12.L'OREAL Magic Skin Beautifier BB Cream- I use this BB Cream in the "Anti Redness" because I have naturally red cheeks. This product comes out a little runny, but once you put it on your face, it matches your skin tone, and becomes a little thicker. It get's rid of the red tone and is a great base. You can purchase this wonderful BB Cream for $7.99 at all drugstores!
13. Rimmel BB Cream- Another all time favorite BB cream that gets the job done. I keep the light/medium shade and medium/dark shade on hand all the time. It's a skin perfecting make-up is what it is! It primes, moisturizes, minimizes pores, conceals, covers, smooths, mattifies, brightens, and protects. Oh and lasts all day! Whew, that was a lot. That's a 9-in- 1 which is why I love this product. This product is also available at the drug store and Ulta for $7
14.Maybelline Color Tattoo- I only own one of these but they are great dupes for Mac Paint Pots that everyone raves about, and they're a total steal. I have 05 Too Cool, and it's a shimmery white color. These also make for a great eyeshadow base, or look great all on their own. Amazingly creamy and blend great! This product rings up between $5-7.
15.Elf Cosmetic Brushes- These makeup brushes range from $1-5. They're great and inexpensive. I own 7 elf brushes and they for sure get the job done. You can find these brushes at Target!
16.Urban Decay Finishing Spray- Now I know the full size bottle is around $30, however you by the smaller size for about $12-14. This stuff is a serious game changer. It gives your face a lasting look all day and all night and is great for controling oiliness. I purchase the purple and white bottle from Ulta.
17. Maybelline Line Stiletto Ultimate Precision Liquid Eyeliner- I find myself going back to this eyeliner continuously not only is this inexpensive but the color is actually black, and I like black.This is a felt tip liner and great for creating winged liner and does not dry out. Available at most drugstores and Ulta for $6.
18 MAC Prolong Wear Concealer. This is a high-end concealer that runs around $19 for a bottle. This concealer gives maximum coverage. I like to use it under my foundation and as a light highlighter.The only flaw is that this has a pump that always pumps out way more than what I need. If you are looking to splurge on a high-end concealer I would give this one a try.
19.Urban Decay Eye shadow Primer Potion- This is not a drugstore product and reaches that $20 limit. But this is an amazing product and wanted to share it with all of you! You do not know the true meaning of "Amazing Eye makeup"until you've used this stuff. I didn't know what I was missing out on until I purchased my own. The difference it made in my eye shadow was just amazing! The brightness was over the top, you could really distinguish the colors! The life of my eye shadow was lasting all day and night. You can purchase for $20!
20. NYX Lip Primer- This is the only lip primer that I have ever tried and I am very impressed. I can definitely tell a difference when I don't wear it. It takes away the creasing on the lips, and gives a smooth lasting application. I purchased this at Ulta for $5.99.
WOWZA! There it is. My favorite products for under $20! I hope this helped all of you so you can get some amazing products and not break the bank!
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