My Picks for Drugstore Makeup

I was very much inspired by Teri's post on her favorite drugstore makeup picks. :)

I love some of my drugstore makeup maybe even  more than the ones from higher-end brands  for the affordable price and accessibility.
In this post, I would like to share my favorites as well as my color picks. :)

First, my picks for Lippies...:)
I was once again reminded that I really like Revlon lippies.
Sorry I am not able to provide a good variety here, but they are all good in my book!

*L'Oreal Colour Riche Balm in Tender Mauve

My most-worn sheer lipstick.  I love this sophisticated mauve color that goes great with any smokey eye look.

*Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter in Pink Truffle

If you have to pick one color from the Lip Butter line, this is it!

Honestly, I am not that crazy about Lip Butters anymore (I know, the blasphemy!), but I love love this shade. A perfect "My Lips But Better" color.

*Revlon Matte Lipstick in In The Red

The matte lipstick line from Revlon is just excellent both in wear and colors. 

I love this matte cool toned retro red.

*Revlon ColorBurst Lipstick in Candy Pink

This range is being overlooked after the sister range (Lip Butters) came along, but it is a great lipstick line. I wish they offered more colors, though.

Candy Pink is a gorgeous medium barbie pink with slightly sheer finish.

*Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss in Lilac Pastelle

This lipgloss range holds a special place in my heart since it made me appreciate drugstore makeup for the first time in my makeup life.

Lilac Pastelle is such a pretty feminine lavender shade.

*Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Smitten

You can read my reviews and swatches here.

Smitten is a vibrant berry color and my favorite! :)

(Oh boy, it is getting longer than I anticipated...)

Next is my picks for Base makeup.

*Revlon ColorStay Mineral Makeup Finishing Powder in Brighten

It creates such a pretty glow and brightens up my complexion. Very comparable to MAC Mineralize Skinfinish.

*e.l.f. High Definition Powder

This is my holy grail finishing powder. I don't want to be without this!

You can read my review here. 

*Revlon ColorStay Foundation in Buff

Hands down my favorite drugstore foundation.

I wish it came with a perfect color match for me but I find Buff is still workable.

I use the dry skin type and this lasts all day on me without looking heavy. 

It photographs very well, too. ;)

Now, eyeshadows...

(I must admit I am not a big fan of drugstore eyeshadows, generally speaking.)

*Revlon Colorstay 12 hour Eyeshadow quad in Sandstorm

My absolute favorite.

See my rave and swatch for this gem Here.

*Almay trio eyeshadows in any colors

Great drugstore pressed power type eyeshadow range.

I like this better than some of the higher-end products. They are hypoallergenic and have velvety finish.

*L'Oreal infallible in Bronzed Taupe

You might remember my long series of posts on this range. Bronzed Taupe is my favorite. Such a pretty shimmery taupe with depth!

My picks for Blush

*Milani Baked Blush in Coralina

I am not super impressed with the wear of this line, but I love the unique colors. Coralina is a beautiful shimmery (glittery!) coral that made even someone like me who usually prefers pink blushes swoon.;)

*Jane Blushing Cheeks in Blushing Orchid Shimmer

It is a shame we can't see this blush in drugstores anymore (Jane went out of business years ago), but it is still my top 5 pink blush. 

Mascara & Eyeliner

*L'Oreal Voluminous False Lashes Fiber Mascara WP in Blackest Black

It is my favorite of the moment although I am still searching for "The Mascara".

It does a good job naturally thickening & lengthening my lashes.

*Milani Lquif'eye metallic eye liner pencil in Black

My favorite waterproof eyeliner. I use this daily to line my upper waterlines.

Lastly, nail polishes

*Revlon All Fired Up

A beautiful retro pin-up red. A must try!

*Revlon Perplex

Love Chanel Paradoxal? Get this instead. It is a dead-on dupe. :)

*Milani Black Cherry

If you like vampy nails, this is a must as well. 

Beautiful shimmery red plum color.

While I was working on this post on my picks, I realized I have a tendency to buy from certain brands.
I guess over the years I've learned to shop more wisely from drugstores.
I don't randomly go downstairs (Yes, there is a drugstore located on the first floor of my apt building.) and browse through the isles and end up hauling unnecessary stuff anymore. ;p
I always make sure to read reviews and swatches from blogs first and I also have this general rule of "Never buy unless they are on sale" since they go on sale ever so often. ;)

Hope you enjoyed this post.
Please feel free to share your favorites as well in your comments.

Wishing everyone a wonderful week! :)