{"id":1229,"date":"2011-08-02T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2011-08-02T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lulus.com\/blog\/2011\/08\/10-drug-store-cosmetics-that-kick-butt\/"},"modified":"2019-03-04T10:03:10","modified_gmt":"2019-03-04T18:03:10","slug":"10-drug-store-cosmetics-that-kick-butt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lulus.com\/blog\/beauty\/10-drug-store-cosmetics-that-kick-butt\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Drug Store Cosmetics That Kick Butt!"},"content":{"rendered":"<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/images\/blog\/DRUGSTORE1.jpg\" alt=\"eyeshadow palette\" width=\"500\" height=\"438\" \/>\n<p>Don&#8217;t you love the makeup counters at the mall, but hate the prices? Just because something doesn&#8217;t come from a department store does not mean that it is bad quality. Large companies such as Maybelline, CoverGirl, and Revlon can command better prices from their manufacturers\u00a0because there is always such a high demand for their products. Don&#8217;t be misled that all cheaper products are better than the name brands, this is simply not the case. I did a little research at the drug store to help save you a little cash this summer and found the best makeup with the best prices.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/images\/blog\/sc_10031194291626ac0f8963454a263253330136.jpeg\" alt=\"L\u2019Oreal Studio Secrets Magic Perfecting Base\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" \/>\n<h2>Primer<\/h2>\n<p><strong>L&#8217;Oreal Studio Secrets Magic Perfecting Base ($12):<\/strong> This great product smooths lines, hides pores and banishes many imperfections. It&#8217;s silky, lightweight, and ideal to start your makeup routine with.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/images\/blog\/LOreal-Visible-Lift-Serum-Absolute-Concealer-SPF-17.jpeg\" alt=\"L\u2019Or\u00e9al Paris Visible Lift Line-Minimizing &amp; Tone-Enhancing Concealer SPF 20\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" \/>\n<h2>Concealer<\/h2>\n<p><strong>L&#8217;Or\u00e9al Paris Visible Lift Line-Minimizing &amp; Tone-Enhancing Concealer SPF 20 ($12):<\/strong> This is a lightweight concealer that gives maximum coverage. Also, the built-in brush makes for easy application.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/images\/blog\/loreal-true-match-foundation.png\" alt=\"L\u2019Or\u00e9al Paris True Match Super-Blendable Makeup SPF 17\" width=\"500\" height=\"259\" \/>\n<h2>Foundation<\/h2>\n<p><strong>L&#8217;Or\u00e9al Paris True Match Super-Blendable Makeup SPF 17 ($11):<\/strong> It is so hard to find a perfect color to match your skintone, but this product alleviates this concern. This liquid foundation has an unbelievably extensive selection of colors and every one will be able to find their match.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/images\/blog\/2156135.jpeg\" alt=\"Maybelline Mineral Power Finishing Veil Loose Powder\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" \/>\n<h2>Powder<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Maybelline Mineral Power Finishing Veil Loose Powder ($8):<\/strong> I love this powder for the sleek finish it gives to any look. This powder is so light that it completely blends all my makeup to look effortlessly flawless.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/images\/blog\/best-bronzer-l.jpeg\" alt=\"Physicians Formula Healthy Wear SPF 50 Bronzers\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" \/>\n<h2>Bronzer<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Physicians Formula Healthy Wear SPF 50 Bronzers ($15):<\/strong> This bronzer is used by celebrities all over the country and I can see why. It is not too orange and contains SPF, antioxidants, and brightening ingredients. Anna Kournikova swears by this product and refuses to wear anything else!<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/images\/blog\/013A0298000.jpeg\" alt=\"L\u2019Or\u00e9al Paris True Match Super-Blendable Blush\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" \/>\n<h2>Blush<\/h2>\n<p><strong>L&#8217;Or\u00e9al Paris True Match Super-Blendable Blush ($11):<\/strong> This blush is extremely true to a natural flush and gives you a glowing effect that simply cannot be beat.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/images\/blog\/0310-ballet-pink-makeup-5-de.jpeg\" alt=\"Revlon Illuminance Cr\u00e8me Shadow\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" \/>\n<h2>Eye Color<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Revlon Illuminance Cr\u00e8me Shadow ($6.50):<\/strong> These colors effortlessly slide right on and last all day. I also like the selection of the colors and how you can choose a shade for any outfit.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/images\/blog\/Picture 4.png\" alt=\"Maybelline New York Eye Studio Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner\" width=\"500\" height=\"361\" \/>\n<h2>Eyeliner<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Maybelline New York Eye Studio Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner ($10):<\/strong> This eyeliner is the best. It is super long-lasting and requires no touch-ups. The perfect element to that super-sexy smokey eye look.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/images\/blog\/Maybelline-LOL.jpeg\" alt=\"Maybelline\u2019s Great Lash mascara\" width=\"421\" height=\"393\" \/>\n<h2>Mascara<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Maybelline\u2019s Great Lash mascara ($6):<\/strong> Kim Kardashian swears by this mascara and swears it completes the look of her famous smokey eyes. Kate Beckinsale and Ciara are also in-love with this fabulous product. Try this product with the big brush to make your lashes as defined as possible.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/images\/blog\/rosebud_jpg_article_gallery_slideshow_v2.jpeg\" alt=\"Smith\u2019s Rosebud Salve\" width=\"450\" height=\"345\" \/>\n<h2>Lips<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Smith\u2019s Rosebud Salve ($7):<\/strong> This product is totally portable and instantly makes your lips silky smooth and soft. The little metal pot is adorable and is a favorite of Katherine Heigl and Eva Longoria.<\/p>\n<p>Now go get your glam on, ladies!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Don&#8217;t you love the makeup counters at the mall, but hate the prices? Just because something doesn&#8217;t come from a department store does not mean that it is bad quality. 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