Not everyone is interested in signing up for monthly subscriptions for things like beauty products and cleaning supplies. I actually used to be afraid of signing up for monthly subscriptions after hearing so many complaints about auto-renewals and billing problems. I've been very fortunate to find such great companies to subscribe to (see the list here: My Subscriptions), but I understand that those products just aren't in the budget for everyone.
I've been asked to compile a list of my favorite drugstore brands. I spent a lot of time trying different things in search of the right product for my needs at the best price. Sometimes I never found it, but these are my favorite Drugstore/Major Retailer Beauty Products (not including nail products). What I've chosen might not work for everyone, but I hope you can find something that works for you!
HAIR:
PRICE: Around $10 Amazon's Price: 16 fl. oz. $6.99
PRICE: Around $6 Amazon's Price: 8 fl. oz, 2 pk: $9.09
it's a 10 miracle leave-in plus keratin I first received this in my Birchbox a few months ago. It's AMAZING! While you can purchase it in larger bottles, I've been using the small 4 oz. one for months now. It smells amazing. The detangling powers of this product are excellent. It definitely could be for daily use, but I think that is just a bit too much for my hair so I only use it on days after I've washed. It's definitely a ten.
PRICE: Around $21 Amazon's Price: 4 fl oz $11.00 (eligible for free shipping)
Psssst! Instant Dry Shampoo I have a complicated relationship with dry shampoo. Dry shampoo days are, admittedly, not my favorite hair days. This is one of my favorite products because it is both effective and smells great. There are other options that are cheaper or comparable in price, but I found that this was the best at eliminating odor and absorbing excess oil at this price point.
PRICE: Around $6 Amazon's Price: 5.9 fl. oz (3 pack) $19.60
PRICE: Around $20 Amazon's Price: 4.9 oz $14.16
SKIN:
PRICE: Between $5-13 dollars, regularly on sale at Walgreens. Amazon: Simple Face Care Trial Set with facial wash, wipes and moisturizer $8.99
EYES:
Mascara: There are only two kinds of mascara I've bought more than once in my life. This is for two reasons: I always use them way longer than recommended (which is a few months) and if I buy something I dislike I still use it as long as I can. I'm currently using Smashbox Full Exposure ($20.00 at Ulta). If I wasn't, I would be using one of these options:
PRICE: priced on a store level, however they are often included in BOGO sales at Walgreens. Can usually be found for around $11.
Maybelline Great Lash Yes, this is a very basic mascara without the fancy bells and whistles and weird applicators. It's classic, comes in a variety of colors, and simple. This is what I would recommend for someone who doesn't use mascara often enough to use an entire tube of the expensive stuff before it goes bad or someone who just needs something simple.
PRICE: $6 or less
Maybelline Eye Studio Color Tattoo This stuff is badass. Highly pigmented and long wearing, I've applied this in the morning and it stayed strong and proud on my lids until I removed it. It comes in a variety of colors from tame to teal, is easy to use and suitable for every day looks. This stuff is serious and one of my favorite products.
PRICE: Under $7
FACE:
PRICE: Around $14, but frequent BOGO sale item at Walgreens Amazon's Price: $12.77
PRICE: Around $14 but frequent BOGO sale item at Walgreens Amazon's Price: $7.79
Revlon ColorStay Pressed Powder This is the finishing touch that makes everything all come together. The ultra-fine formula looks great and helps your skin look flawless alone or over makeup. I've left the house wearing only this powder and some mascara. It's pretty amazing stuff and looks great applied with the applicator or a brush.
PRICE: Around $11 Amazon's Price: $8.54
What is your favorite drugstore beauty product?
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