Gems from the Drugstore

L.A. Colors Contour Sticks | $1

With the super hot summer sun coming out daily, my go-to makeup has been concealer to cover dark marks, face powder and a lot of highlighter/bronzer to create an easy going bronzed goddess look. Keys to this look are the L.A. Colors contour stick in Medium – to conceal, bronzer – to highlight cheekbones, and highlighter – in my inner-corner and brow bone. They apply so smoothly and work well with my beauty blender AND brushes which is a bonus.

Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herb and Rose Water | $7

I use this after I do a face mask, before AND after I apply my makeup, after moisturizing and basically whenever I feel like it. You’ll feel super luxurious on a budget, and there is nothing wrong with that!

Wet n Wild Megalast Lipsticks | $2

If you haven’t tried at least one of these lipsticks I am truly concerned. The megalast lipsticks from Wet n Wild are the undisputed GOAT in the drugstore! There is a wide range of colors and they also make limited edition ones each season that usually end up being my absolute favorites. The only thing I dislike about these lipsticks are the packaging… it is terrible! I have had to replace so many of these lipsticks because the lid came off in my purse or makeup case and it’s over for the lipstick.

Shine Control Primer | Black Radiance | $6

While this primer has become quite popular on YouTube, I still consider it to be a hidden gem in the drugstore along with the other Black Radiance primers.

XXXL Shine Lipgloss | Essence | $2.50

I love these because they are so shiny and perfect, especially when I just want to wear something simple. One of my favorite things about them is that I can usually get them buy one get one half off at Ulta. A DEAL!

Color Icon Kohl Lip & Eye Pencils | Wet n Wild | $1

Bomb, bomb, bomb! I’ve been using Simma Brown Now! and Pretty in Mink for a while and I haven’t ran out yet. I alternate using the dark brown shades for my eyebrows depending on whichever one is sharper because you have to manually sharpen them yourself LOL. For a dollar though, I can’t complain! I also have some of the bold blue eyeliners and mauve lipliners. I love them all – purchase some, k?

Brilliant Effects Lipgloss | Black Radiance | $4

I talk about these like all the time. You can read about it here, here AND here!

I’m sure I left a few items out so I will my link previous posts featuring my other favorite drugstore items below. I hope you enjoy!

My favorite highlighters

The best products from Black Radiance

The BEST makeup for under $20

Milani Matte Lipstick with MAC Dupes

Wet n Wild’s new makeup brushes

Best Affordable Glitter Lipglosses on the Market!

Essentials from Eyeslipsface part one and part two (makeup brushes)

A Small Beauty + Skincare Haul

Wet n’ Wild LE Highlighters in Lilac to Reality and The Sweetest Bling | $5

Wet n’ Wild Photofocus Pressed Powder in the shade Cocoa | $5

Wet n’ Wild Photofocus Concealer in the shade Dark Cocoa | $4

Clinique Liquid Facial Soap | Mild | $17

A Little Beauty Haul!

The title says it all. Let’s get into these new items!

E.L.F Illuminating Face Primer – $6 / Luckily I got it for 4$ thanks to CVS coupons!

Wet n’ Wild Matte Liquid Lipsticks in the shades Take It Like A Vamp, Don’t Be A Plum-Plum and Too Tulip to Quit – $2.99

Victoria’s Secret Body Mists in Temptation and Love Spell Night -$18 each but they were buy two for $10! I looove Love Spell Night so much. It smells heavenly and that’s saying a lot because I can’t stand the original Love Spell.

 Finger Paints Nail Polish in Off to Collage! – $4.99

Kiss NY Gel Strong Nail Polish in Illusion – $2.99 Sadly this color is super sheer on your nails but it looks gorgeous in the bottle. So that’s nice I guess? 😦

L.A. Colors Color Last Nail Polish in Horizon

Kylie Signature Collection Nail Polishes by Sinful Colors in the shades Karamel, Kreme De La Kreme and V.I. Peach – $3 each / I got them for $1.50 each! The beauty adviser in at the Walgreens I visited said they weren’t selling a lot at their location and the whole collection got marked down. So judge me not, you would do it too! LOL

The Best Makeup for Back to School | Under $20

Getting up and going to class can seem like such a tedious task especially if it’s super early in the morning. From experience I can tell you a few things that will make it better; having a easy morning routine and a cute outfit waiting to get worn. To help with your makeup routine I decided to put together a list of my go-to drugstore items that can create a beautiful full face of makeup. And no you don’t have to wear a full face of makeup everyday, I surely don’t have the time for that LOL.

Keys to a easy beat:

Primer | Baby Skin by Maybelline $6

Foundation | Maybelline Matte + Poreless or Dewy + Smooth Foundation $6

Concealer | Ruby Kisses Pure Mineral Concealer $4

Contour & Setting Powder | L.A. Colors Contour Palette $7

Highlighter | Wet’n’Wild Megaglo Highlighting Powder $4

Eyeshadow Base | NYX Jumbo Pencil in Milk $4.50

Eyeshadow Palette | NYX Avant Pop Palette in Nouveau Chic $17

Eyeliner | NYC Liquid Eyeliner $3

Eyebrows | Wet’n’Wild Kohl Liner $1

Lipstick | Milani Matte Lipstick $6

Lipgloss | Black Radiance Brilliant Effects Lipgloss $4

Setting Spray | Wet’n’Wild Setting Spray $5

If you’re looking for good makeup brushes then look here for my favorite ELF brushes and here for Wet’n’Wild’s pretty makeup brushes. Hopefully this list is helpful so we can find a few gems and slay this semester. Enjoy!

Ambi Even & Clear CC Cream

Hi guys, today I would like to give a small review on one of my newest makeup purchases. The item that I purchased is the Ambi Even & Clear CC+ Cream in the shade medium/dark. The CC Cream contains SPF 30 which is perfect for the summer and a huge part of the reason why I purchased it. I found this item at CVS for $8.29 and it came with a $2 off coupon which made the price come down to $6.29. Not only is this product great for your skin it is also very affordable!

In this packaging you receive 1.7 OZ of product. The coverage of the CC Cream is light-medium and isn’t the best for those who have oily skin unless you use a matte primer.

In these pictures I wore the CC Cream without any primer or face powder to set my face. The picture on the left was taken in natural lighting and you can see my acne scars along my forehead. I would recommend this product especially for the hotter months when you will need more SPF and may want a lighter coverage. If you are interested in purchasing drugstore.com has a great deal for only $7.19, I hope you all enjoy!