This post is all about the best drugstore brands that are top notch and arguably may be better than some luxury brands.
Nowadays with social media marketing, a lot more expensive or luxury products are being are being sold to us in abundance. Whether it be through, instagram reels, TikTok, or just the web, they are everywhere. Don’t get me wrong, some luxury brands are well worth the price but this is not what this blog post is about. I don’t know about you, but if you are anything like me, you love a good drugstore product. Something about stepping into your nearest drugstore just makes you happy to get lost and explore new products (or stock up on your tried and trues) for an amazing price. There’s nothing quite like saving money while buying something you love.
Being that the drugstore has so many options, sometimes it can get overwhelming with what to choose. Don’t you worry though. I’ve got you covered. I will be sharing the best drugstore and brands and products so your drugstore shopping game picks will be on point.
Best Drugstore Brands
Skincare
1. La Roche Posay
This brand is so great because their products are formulated by partnering with dermatologists. Because of this, they are able to create effective products for every skin type successfully. From products for aging, acne, oily, dry, ezcema prone skin, you name it, they have products to combat those issues.
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A. Lipikar Balm AP+ Intense Repair Moisturizing Cream
The dry skin savior has arrived! Seriously though. If you have dry skin you know how it is. If you put on a regular lotion or cream before you go to bed hoping it will keep you moisturized until the next morning, but nope! The moisturized feeling you felt the night before is gone. Well not with this one! This will leave your skin feeling so soft and glowy and keep that hydration all day and all night! Not only can you use this for your body, but it can also be used for your face as well. It’s also fragrance free which is great for people who are fragrance sensitive or it can be the perfect cream to apply before you apply perfume so the scents won’t mix.
2. Vanicream
Vanicream is almost fool proof. You really can’t go wrong because it was made specifically for sensitive skin so anything this brand offers is gentle which is so nice! Especially for the times you maybe over exfoliated and compromised your skin barrier, Vanicream products are a hero. They left out ingredients that are common irritants from their products like dye, fragrance, lanolin, parabens, and formaldehydes, to cater to those who can’t tolerate them.
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A. Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer
This is a beautiful gel like cream product that is so moisturizing for the face but yet lightweight so it doesn’t feel like you are a greaseball. It’s thick enough though to stop dryness or flakiness in the skin without causing any sort of irritation or breakouts and looks amazing under makeup. It’s the perfect every day gentle moisturizer you can’t live without!
3. CeraVe
Almost everyone and their mom know about CeraVe so it’s been a cult favorite for years but for good reason. This brand was also developed with dermatologists to provide you with skin care for all skin types that protects your skin barrier. Protecting your skin barrier is so important because it can prevent skin issues like itchiness, dryness, acne, eczema, psoriasis, the list goes on.
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A. Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Nothing is worse than cleansing your face after a long day, patting it dry, and being left with that tight uncomfortable feeling. A lot of us have experienced this especially in the cold winter months. Well, you don’t have to worry about that with this cleanser! If you have dry skin, the relief you feel when you wash your face with. this cleanser is amazing. It’s made with ceramides and hyaluronic acid to lock in moisture by repairing your skin barrier. You will seriously never feel like it’s stripping your skin. Instead you’ll feel smooth, hydrated, and clean!
Makeup
1. NYX
This makeup brand might as well be sold at higher ends stores because it’s that good! I’d even say it’s better than some of the brands already being sold at higher end stores. However, let’s be grateful it’s sold at budget friendly price and is easily accessible to most. Sometimes you would think if you bought a makeup product from the drugstore, the pigment wouldn’t be as bold but think again! The pigment and quality in their products are pro-level and won’t leave you disappointed.
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A. Soft Matte Lip Cream
You know that dry flakey feeling you get with a lot of matte lip products as the day goes by? I think we’ve all been there. Well you won’t be experiencing that with this one. Because it’s a soft matte, it does get matte but not fully matte if that makes sense. It doesn’t get cakey or splotchy at all. It stays on your lips for hours and your lips will still feel soft throughout the day. It’s what matte lipstick dreams are made of!
2. E.L.F
We love brands that are budget friendly and this is another one! not only is it budget friendly, but the products actually work as well. You would think it wouldn’t get any better but nope! All of their formulas are 100% vegan and cruelty free. How awesome is that?! Not everything needs to be expensive and e.l.f proves that.
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A. Total Face Sponge
Okay, so technically this isn’t makeup but it does aid in the application of makeup so hear me out. This sponge is so unbelievably good, you’re going to want to throw out your $20 sponge. you can use it wet or dry but when it’s wet, it’s so soft and blends in your makeup so flawlessly and perfect without soaking up too much product, you wouldn’t believe it was only $6. That’s less than half of the popular sponge most people use and it’s arguably better. Give it a try, you’ll love it!
3. L’Oreal
I mean let’s be real. Who doesn’t know about L’Oreal? They are practically a leader in the beauty world. Some of the best makeup products have come from this brand and have become cult favorites to many around the globe. You will basically find them in almost every drugstore so their products are super accessible. They are also constantly innovating and creating so there’s many options to choose from which is so important since everyone’s skin reacts differently to products. Having so many products to choose from, allows them to cater to many different skin colors and types.
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A. True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum
The holy grail of holy grails! This tinted serum seriously looks absolutely flawless on the skin. I’m talking light to medium coverage but no settling into fine lines and no caking up whatsoever. It’s one of those when you apply it, it looks beautiful and feels like you have nothing on your skin, but the magic is in the wait. The longer you have this on the better it looks. It almost becomes one with your skin and gives you a subtle natural glow like you woke up that way. An absolute must try!
