Drugstore Scores

I have to admit that I used to be a makeup snob. If it didn’t come from MAC or the occasional Bobbi Brown score, I didn’t use it. How could people actually use “drugstore” makeup and call themselves put together. Then the real world hit me like a MACk truck LOL! Apparently after college, there are things called bills, and mortgages, and childcare, and groceries and everything in between and all the extra money I used to have seemed to be nonexistent. How did people afford $70 foundation when I could barely afford the .99-cent nail file in the clearance section at Target?

I had to get smart…and quick. I had to learn that there were times for splurging (like the Stilla eye palette I use almost EVERY single day) and there were times to fake it? After all no one saw me get ready in the morning, not even my husband, and no one was going to be able to spot the $4 bronzer from the $40 (and if you could from my face then you are extraordinary!)

Here are a few of my must haves from the drugstore. I usually buy all my stuff from Target (mostly because I live in there) but these items are available in most places and will definitely keep your wallet a little heavier all the while making you feel all sorts of beautiful!

Maybelline Define-A-Line Eyeliner - This eyeliner is amazing. Not only is it less than $5 but it goes on smooth and stays on all day! This is one of my favorite eyeliners and a must have in my beauty regimen  everyday!

Elf Setting Spray - This is the first setting spray I have ever used. I never thought I needed one before. WAS I EVER WRONG! I love this stuff. A few sprays and my makeup looks flawless all day. I can't believe I have gone so long without using one. Now, since I have never used one prior I don't know how this compares to other brands however I am in LOVE with this and definitely a must have EVERYDAY whether I have two minutes or 5 hours to get ready! Oh and did I mention it's only $3!

All the ELF brushes - I am loving the ELF bushes as well. There are a few draw backs like you most likely will need to replace after about 6 months (because they start to shed) but at all under $3 I am okay with that. There smudging brush for eyes is one of the best I have ever used and their all over face brush is pretty awesome too! I bought this set at Target a while back for I think $10. Definitely a great price!

Garnier Skin Renew Anti-Dark Circle Roller - I am not sure how I lived without this magic wand for as long as I did. Never have I found a product that works this well with under eye circles. I kid you not when I tell you this is like a miracle! The product has a tinted caffeine eye gel that is said to reduce under eye circles and redness. I believe it does. I am in love and if you buy one thing after reading this...it NEEDS to be this.

Rimmel Natural Bronzer - I am a big fan of this bronzer. I have talked about it a few posts before. It is perfect for all over coloring or simply contouring your face. The color is not too orangey or greyish and applies very smoothly. It is also build able. I am a big fan!

Love Always,

Katie