Best affordable, drugstore beauty products
Drugstore beauty is all about affordability and accessibility. Being able to run into your nearest local store on the corner and grab a new lipstick, foundation or face cleanser is a revelation when you really need it. Now, the drugstore is a treasure trove of insanely great makeup and skincare corners and everyone knows it. From creams to cleansers and scrubs; from concealers to long-lasting lipsticks, get all your bases covered in the aisles of your closest drugstore. To help you find your new go-to drugstore skincare and makeup product, we rounded up our favourites.
5 Best Drugstore Skincare Brands
1. Cetaphil
Offering a line of skincare products, Cetaphil boasts products that are gentle and answers the needs of skin hydration and moisturising.
We recommend: This foaming drugstore face wash is ideal for all skin types. It gently removes dirt, oil, and makeup without over stripping or drying out your skin.
2. Neutrogena
Neutrogena's line of skincare, hair care and cosmetics is one of the most recommended brands that just tends to work very well.
We recommend: This lightweight water gel quenches and continuously hydrates the skin from the moment you pat it on. It contains hyaluronic acid and olive extract to plump up your skin, lock moisture in.
3. Olay
Trusted by millions of women around the world, Olay's long run of different beauty products makes it a household, favourite choice.
We recommend: The combo of caffeine, vitamin C, and mica in this drugstore eye cream is the answer when it comes to fading the look of dark circles.
4. Simple
A nice yet affordable skincare brand, the products of Simple are basic and doesn't upset your skin.
We recommend The moisturising face wash with the goodness of Vitamin E and B that nourishes the skin while cleansing.
5. Garnier
Garnier's skincare products are less expensive with great efficacy in targeting common skincare problems.
We recommend: The Micellar Cleansing Water removes makeup and cleanses all in one go. Who doesn't like a good all-in-one product?
5 Best Drugstore Makeup Brands
1. Maybelline
Maybelline is still a staple in everyone's vanity box. It's no surprise that it remains one of the best drugstore brands in both mass and prestige categories.
We recommend: This liquid foundation is extremely lightweight. It mattifies, refines pores and leaves a natural, seamless finish. It covers all scars and blemishes and makes your skin look flawless and refreshed.
2. Revlon
Revlon is one of the leading makeup brands. It has developed a long-standing reputation as a beauty trendsetter in the world of cosmetics.
We recommend: It's basically the ultimate no-makeup makeup concealer that looks just like skin when you blend it down. It's lightweight, totally matte.
3. Lakme
Probably, it is the first makeup brand purchase of everyone who tried cosmetics for the very first time. Lakmé has been the pioneer of make-up and colour cosmetics in India.
We recommend: The Lakmé Absolute Plush Matte Lip Crayon have a non-drying and ultra-smooth creamy matte formula that delivers a smooth finish on application.
4. Wet N Wild
You're getting excellent value for money when you choose Wet n Wild. They're cheap, easy, and do the job well.
We recommend: This is a single shade bronze highlighter that comes in a lightweight compact package. For a glam look, this shade adds a natural glow which can be used to create multiple makeup looks.
5. L'Oreal Paris
Their legendary phrase -"Because You're Worth It" highlights the self-confidence that makeup brings along with it.
We recommend: This matte eyeliner gives bold makeup looks and helps you to draw a precise line. Its rich colours deliver lines for a defined intense eye look.
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