This summer will be beautiful, and you are two. With these amazing affordable drugstore products, sunkissed glowy look, smell amazing, and natural and gorgeous nails. I have selected my personal top ten favorite drugstore beauty products of all time to share with you and after reading this I hope you will go out and try these amazing products for yourself. I guarantee you are going to love them.
1. The Elf Suntoucable Whoa Glow SPF 30
For the past few years, you may have seen Supergoops Glowscreen trending everywhere on social media, but you do not want to spend 40 dollars on a glowy sunscreen. Well, look no further because Elf came out with a fantastic affordable alternative that delivered the same glow while acting as a perfect makeup primer for only 14 dollars.
Other benefits include:
- Non-greasy texture
- Fragrance-free
- Doubles as a hydrating makeup primer.
- Leaping Bunny Certified.
- Contains Aloe, Hyaluronic acid, and squalene for effective hydration.
Available at https://www.elfcosmetics.com/
Price, USD 14
2. Essence- Brighten Up Banana Powder
If you are a fan of the Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Powder but are looking for a more affordable drugstore alternative, Essence has you covered. This translucent mattifying compact powder helps control oil and provides a perfect brightening effect for sitting under the eyes.
Other benefits include:
- Perfect for concealer baking
- Controls oil
- Cruelty-Free
- Formulated without Parabens and silicones
- Fragrance-Fre
Available at https://essencemakeup.com/
Price, USD 4.99
3. Milani- Make It Last Matte- Matte finish charcoal setting spray
Want a perfect long-lasting matte setting spray, but do not have the budget for a high-end one? The Milani matte setting spray is an excellent option for those who want their makeup to last and wear it throughout the day while controlling oil production and blurring the appearance of pores.
Other benefits include:
- Like a bloating paper and setting spray all in one
- Up to 16 hours of wear
- Cruelty-free
- Features micro-fine charcoal powder and silica to set makeup and mattify skin
- Enhanced with Evermat known as an oil absorber.
Available at https://www.milanicosmetics.com/
Price, USD 10.99
4. Elf- Monochromatic multi-stick
Get a perfect sunkissed glowy look without a large price tag, the Elf Monochromatic multi-stick is only $5 and has a subtle glowy finish that leaves the skin looking luminous and hydrated. This cream-blush stick can also be used on the lips to create a perfect shiny lip. This product comes in three different gorgeous summer-worthy shades: Dazzling Peony (my personal favorite), Glimmering Guava ( coral shade), and Sparkling Rose ( rose mauve shade).
Other benefits include:
- Blendable wear for eyes, lips, and cheeks.
- Non-greasy light-weight formula
- 100% cruelty-free and Leaping Bunny Certified
- Perfect size for touch-ups on the go
- Contains shea butter to help nourish the skin
- Vitamin E helps bring a refusing moisture boost
Available at https://www.elfcosmetics.com/monochromatic-multi-stick/81346.html
Price, USD 5
5. Milani- Baked Blush
If you like the Hourglass baked blushes then you should try the one from Milani. This blush comes in 8 different pink and coral shades that have a natural light shimmer.
Other benefits include:
- Has a very rich pigment, is Ultra blendable, and is highly buildable
- Cruelty-free
- The perfect pop of color suitable for all skin tones
- Formulated without parabens
Available at https://www.milanicosmetics.com/products/baked-blush
Price, USD 10.99
6. Essence- Shine Volume lip-gloss
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This beautiful affordable lip gloss is perfect for a summertime glossy look. With a non-sticky formula, this lip gloss can be worn on its own, with a lip liner, or on top of lipstick.
Other benefits include:
- Super smooth texture
- Non-sticky formula
- Provides a stubble-plumping effect without the sting
- Fragencess free
- Free from parabens and preservatives
Available at https://essencemakeup.com/products/extreme-shine-volume-lipgloss?variant=40716295962690
Price, USD 3.99
7. Maybelline- Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara
The Sky High mascara from Maybelline is perfect for not only giving lashes the perfect length but also providing intense volume helping the lashes look more full and lush.
Other benefits include:
- Comes in 5 different colors that can be used for both a simple everyday eye look or something full-glam
- Soft, and lightweight
- No flaking or smudging
- Ophthalmologist tested
- Suitable for sensitive eyes or contact wearers
Price, USD 12.99
8. Elf- Stay All Night Micro-Fine Setting Mist
The Elf Stay All Night setting spray is an affordable alternative to many high-end, long-lasting sprays. This setting spray helps to set makeup or the day with a 16-hour wear, is lightweight, and helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
Other benefits include:
- Infused with Cucumber fury extract, aloe, and green tea.
- Suitable for all skin types (dry, oily, and combination)
- Cruelty-free and vegan.
Available at, https://www.elfcosmetics.com/stay-all-night-microfine-setting-mist/82805.html
Price, USD 10
9. Pacifica- Island Vanilla Hair Perfume and Body Mist
If you’re looking for the perfect summer vanilla scent, then the Pacifica Island Vanilla Mist might just be what you’ve been looking for. Combines notes of sugar, vanilla, and jasmine with grounding vetiver and white cacao to help lift your mood and smell great at the same time.
Other benefits include:
- Formulated with natural essential oils
- This bottle can be recycled
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Formulated without Parabens.
Available at, https://www.pacificabeauty.com/products/island-vanilla-hair-body-mist\
Price, USD 13
10. Kiss- Bare But Better Nude Nails
Want a perfect natural-looking summer nail, but don’t want to spend the money at a nail salon? The Kiss Bare But Better press-on nails in the shade Bare Nude are the perfect natural pink color and are medium lengths to be worn on any occasion.
Other benefits include:
- Just like salon acrylic false nails
- Chip-proof, smudge-proof, and water-proof
- Easy to apply and remove and is hassle-free
- It stays perfect for about seven days
- Includes everything you will need to apply/prep the nails.
Available at, https://www.ulta.com/p/bare-but-better-nude-nails-pimprod2030431?sku=258995
Price, USD 8.49
Now with this, I hope these products will become a part of your everyday beauty routine, and I also hope you enjoy this summer!