Skincare
Clinique 3-Step System
Let's start off with skin care because great skin is the basis for any beauty enthusiast. I have always loved Clinique's 3-Step System. All together you receive a face wash, toner, and moisturizer for one price. Clinique's brand is designed fragrance free and hypoallergenic, making it a great choice for anyone with sensitive skin. I have used the 3-Step System before and believe it is an amazing starter set for those of you looking for a quality cleansing system. Matched to your specific skin type, you can purchase this set at a great price from your nearest Clinique counter. Oftentimes they are doing a free gift with purchase so you definitely get your moneys worth!
Makeup
1. Foundation and Concealer
L'Oreal True Match Foundation is one of my favorite drugstore finds of all time. It is light-weight, blends easily and gives natural looking coverage.
Instant Age Rewin Concealer by Maybelline is another drugstore favorite. Just a little under the eyes will automatically brighten that area up, making you look more awake. Use some on the high points of you face- forehead, bridge of your nose, cupids bow, chin, and tops of your cheek bones- to create a natural highlight.
2. Bronzers and Blush
Adding some color to your face is like breathing life into you in the morning. Avoid looking washed out with a little bronzer and blush. E.L.F. makes a really awesome Blush/Bronzer Duo for just $3! The different color combinations are natural looking and suitable for every skin color. Find them at your nearest Target!
I have always been obsessed with the Physicians Formula Shimmer Strips($10). Similar in idea to Bobbi Brown's Shimmer Bricks ($44) at a more affordable price, these compacts act as bronzers, highlights and eyeshadows! Choose from peach, pink, or bronze tones to give your skin a healthy, natural glow.
3. Eyes
Over the years I have come to believe that one great eye palette will serve all your needs. Of course I still collect hundreds of single eyeshadows, but a basic eye palette is essential. Urban Decay's Naked Basics palette is a beautiful selection of neutral colors for every day wear.
I will always swear by my E.L.F. Precision Liquid Liner because it is exactly that- precise! The color is jet black, lasts all day, and the brush tip is fine and thing making it perfect for drawing winged eyeliner.
Covergirl's Bombshell Volumizing Mascara ($9) is a double ended mascara. One side will give you length and the other will give you immense volume. Another great mascara to try is Bobbi Brown's Smokey Eye Mascara ($28). It is perfect for every day lashes with a little hint of drama.
4. Lips
The Revlon Lip Butters ($8) are rich and creamy to the touch. The color melts onto your lips as you apply it, leaving them silky smooth, glossy and colorful.
NYX Butter Glosses are my favorite drugstore lip products of all time. The color pay off is amazing and the price makes it that much better. For just $4.99 you get to choose from an amazing selection of colors that are easy to apply, very pigmented and extremely creamy. I love both of these formulas because they will give your lips gorgeous color while keeping them soft and hydrated.
5. Finishing Touches
It seems like I have included a lot of E.L.F., but that is just because some of their products have some great quality to them at such an affordable price. Be sure to have your makeup last all day by using a setting spray. E.L.F.'s Studio Mist and Set is only $3 and I have seen great reviews on it. Lastly, complete your look with some color to your nails. Wet n Wild's MegaLast Nail Colors come in a huge selection of colors for only $1.99. What I love about these polishes is the applicator brush. It is flat and wide with a rounded tip, making it easier to cover your entire nail.
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