Why it's great: Is any best drugstore makeup and beauty list complete without a CeraVe product? No, according to TotalBeauty.com readers. Reviewers with sensitive skin rave about this fragrance-free cleanser. "This cleanser is so soothing and cleans and rinses thoroughly," says one reviewer. Others agree, saying it "makes the skin feel clean but not tight" and "leaves [their] skin looking young and fresh." It comes "highly recommended."
Why it's great: This low-cost drugstore find is a secret weapon against frizz for all hair types, from thick and curly to delicate and fine. One reviewer noticed that her hair "breaks less frequently" when she uses this product. Another reviewer reports that her hair is "so shiny and so manageable" thanks to this product. It also makes her hair silky, despite the fact that she styles it with heat nearly every day.
Why it's great: Reviewers with oily skin gave this drugstore makeup top ratings for its "silky texture" and for the way it sets foundation "beautifully." "It literally makes my foundation and my skin look airbrushed and dewy," says one reviewer. "It is the best makeup I've ever used in my life," another gushes. "When I run out of this product I will definitely be getting more." The added SPF protection is just the icing on the cake.
Why it's great: This gloss is true to its name. "Buttery and smooth" is how readers describe the application. They say it has a "beautiful" color that "does not feel clumpy or caked," even "after a few hours." Some say they layer it over lipstick to create the illusion of "fuller" lips. This drugstore lip product wins over even those who stay away from glosses. One reader, admittedly "not a gloss girl," says she surprisingly "absolutely adores" this "buildable," "moisturizing" gem of a drugstore makeup find.
Why it's great: "These blushes are a must-try," says one reader. "The formulas are easy to blend, and they are superpigmented." Readers say these blushes are "totally worth the hype," leaving skin with a "nice dewy sheen" and a "subtle glow."
We can all agree -- there is something deeply satisfying about saving money. And nothing gives us more of a rush than scoring an amazing lipstick or mascara without spending a fortune. See, drugstore-aisle enthusiasts like us believe that it is possible to improve your look and trim your budget at the same time.
But the drugstore makeup and beauty aisle is notoriously difficult to navigate -- with so many options to choose from, it can be tough to know which drugstore makeup and beauty products are worth your money. So we read through a motherload of reviews on the best drugstore hair products, makeup and skin care in order to bring you a master list of the best budget-friendly buys from drugstore brands like Dove, Maybelline and Revlon. Think of this list of the 26 best drugstore beauty product buys as your means to cosmetic and financial bliss.
