I don't think it's any secret around these parts that I love a good high end makeup product. In fact, I almost certainly prefer high end makeup over the drugstore counterparts. That being said, there is many a good option to be found at Priceline and for a makeup beginner it is the best place to start. If you're just getting into makeup or you're looking for some new gems, I'm going to give you an option in each category for your drugstore makeup kit.
Primer
This is an easily skippable step if you're a newbie who is starting from scratch, but if you're interested in primers the Bourjois Happy Light Primers are the way to go. You have two options depending on your skin. If you're on the drier side there is the Luminous formula or if you're oilier there is the Matte formula. They're not the best primers out there but they do aid in keeping your makeup on your face a little longer.
Foundation
Avoid foundation for as long as possible. It is far too time consuming and difficult for someone who has perfect skin. When you get to the stage when you do want to delve in to the depths of foundation, take some time to colour match because we all got that REALLY wrong at one point or another. I would suggest the Rimmel Wake Me Up Foundation because it is nice and luminous which leaves the skin looking far more natural than a heavy matte one would. Also, the Rimmel foundations are cheaper than the likes of L'Oreal which is always good.
Concealer
Maybelline Fit Me is by far the best concealer out there in the drugstore. It leaves a natural looking finish and can by layered for decent coverage.
Bronzer
Another thing I don't think is a necessity when you're first starting out but I think it's good to invest in a good bronzer to avoid looking muddy or oompa loompa-esque. For that I would suggest the Body Shop Honey Bronze, some people don't consider the Body Shop drugstore but hell, the rules are made to be broken.
Blush
The Milani Baked Blushes always do a good job, they're just your average blushes. I don't really know what to say about them because it's all in the colour choices and I can't tell you what colour you'd like to wear. If you're more into the cream formula the Revlon Cream Blushes are nice and sheer so they're really hard to stuff up.
Powder
If you feel the need for a powder, I have to suggest the Rimmel Stay Matte Powder. Partially because it's the only powder I've ever tried and partially because it's really good. I have it in the shade translucent so that it will work on any skin tone.
Eyes
Let's have an eyes speed round. In terms of eyeshadow, I would go with a simple stick. The Rimmel Eyeshadow Stick in Bulletproof Beige is the perfect swipe and go all over the lid colour. Go in easy with the eyeliner, go hell for leather and get a liquid if you feel so inclined but I would start with a kohl personally. The Designer Brands Kohl Liner Pencil in Black is great on the waterline as well as on the top of the eye. It sets pretty well but there's time to get creative and do some smoky blending. Keeping it natural with the mascara is my all time favourite Covergirl Clump Crusher.
Brows
I don't know if this is a drugstore brand but I'm pretty sure it isn't, still the Pixi Brow Duo is a relatively cheap option because it's a two in one. An especially good choice for blondes, the lighter shade is perfectly ashy and not at all orange in tone. I've heard that L'Oreal has a good dupe for the Benefit Brow Wiz going at the moment, so that would be something for the wishlist.
Lips
I simply could not narrow it down to one option for lips because everyone has their own preferences. My overarching recommendation would be the Revlon Just Bitten Kissable chubby stick things because they come in all sorts of colours and formulations. If you're looking for a great bright matte lip option, go for the Rimmel Kate Moss Matte Lipsticks because they have a great formula in the darker colours. If you're one for lipgloss, you can't possibly go past the Maybelline The Elixirs. They're pigmented, comfortable and surprisingly long wearing.
Brushes
Real Techniques. Duh.
Phew, that's actually a lot of makeup. So many steps to achieve what we call a 'natural' face, it's really quite odd. No one should ever feel like they need to own every single thing I've suggested here, nor complete every step. Just do what you're comfortable with and try to remember that less is more, even when we're getting a little overwhelmed in the isles of Priceline.
Lots of Love,
Shannon
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