The 15 Best Beauty Products at the Drugstore Right Now
We've wad poetic about drugstore beauty products many times before, but the newest crop of cheapie beauty goodies that just hit the shelves this summer have us more excited than ever. We're talking about foundations that don't melt off in the heat, instant beach waves in a bottle, and long-lasting lipsticks that simply don't quit. And here at the TeenVogue HQ, when we find something we like, we're really into sharing—because a flawless three-buck lip crayon isn't the kind of thing you should keep to yourself. Click through for the latest batch of hair, makeup, and skincare products that you can not only score at your local drugstore, but ones that truly work, too.
Photo: Courtesy of Maybelline1/16Maybelline The Blushed Nudes Eyeshadow Palette
Palettes always seems like a great idea—until you go home and realize you only actually want to use two shadows from the entire batch of shades. This eyeshadow kit is nothing like palettes past with 12 versatile colors that look just as great on their own as they do layered together. A mix of shimmery and matte shadows give any eye look interesting texture and definition.
2/16From must-have lipsticks to game-changing cleansers.
Photo: Courtesy of Revlon3/16If you’ve ever fallen head over heels over one of Emma Stone’s gorgeous lipstick looks, chances are the Revlon ambassador is sporting one of the brand’s latest Ultra HD lipsticks. From nudes to brights, the creamy formula comes in 20 fun shades, giving us a serious case of "gotta catch ’em all" Pokémon mentality.
Photo: Courtesy of Biore4/16Our obsession with obliterating pores is well-documented. While you can’t exactly get rid of them for good, you can make them temporarily appear smaller by using these charcoal-infused nose strips. They’re just like the original cult favorite product, except with extra-strong vacuum-like powers to degunkify and shrink pores for days.
Photo: Courtesy of L'Oreal Paris5/16L’Oreal Paris Infallible Pro Spray & Set Makeup Extender Setting Spray
What Elnett does for your hair, this setting spray does for your makeup. This spritz not only locks in your look, but the oil-free formula refreshes your makeup throughout the day whenever it needs a glowy boost.
Photo: Courtesy of Garnier6/16This shampoo delivers volume, thickness and body way before your hands even touch a blowdryer or styling products. Throw in some beachy waves, and you’ve got the recipe for the Holy Grail of summer hair.
Photo: Courtesy of E.L.F.7/16The twist up design of this lip crayon means you never need a sharpener—as if it was made for our going-out clutches this summer. The pointy tip is precise enough to line your lips, while the rich color glides on so effortlessly that you barely need a mirror. Plus, the matte formula isn’t drying at all, yet stays put through the summer heat.
Photo: Courtesy of Boots No78/16Boots No7 Beautiful Skin Cleansing Oil
We love waterproof makeup for all its magical, long-lasting effects, but it’s not so much the case when we’re actually ready to take it off at the end of the day and begin our nightly Netflix binge. Thankfully, there’s no longer a need to burn through an entire bag of makeup wipes. This cleansing oil melts away everything—even your budge-proof mascara—with gentle ease.
Photo: Courtesy of CoverGirl9/16CoverGirl Full Bloom Mascara by Lashblast
This new mascara is everything you love about the original Lashblast, but now it’s updated with a brush that grips each hair and a beeswax-infused formula that helps lashes feel soft and impossibly fluffy. Plus, the hot pink tube makes it is easy to spot at the bottom of your bag for midday touchups.
Photo: Courtesy of Suave Professional10/16Suave Professional Sea Mineral Infusion Texturizing Sea Salt Spray
The most natural-looking waves really do come from spending the day at the beach, but if a midday trip to the shore isn’t feasible (you know, the whole summer job thing!), this sea salt spray gives your hair the texture it craves.
Photo: Courtesy of Neutrogena11/16Neutrogena CoolDry Sport Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 70
Traditional sunblocks lose their strength once you sweat, but this powerful formula actually wicks away moisture so that your SPF protection stays put. And it’s not just the long-lasting (up to 80 minutes) properties that we love, but the spray-on design makes it easy to reach tricky places like the middle of your back.
Photo: Courtesy of John Frieda12/16John Frieda Frizz Ease Dream Curls Air-Dry Waves Styling Foam
No one likes blasting their hair with a blowdryer during the dog days of summer. While it used to be the words "air dry" and "curls" would never appear in the same sentence, this frizz-defying styling foam makes air drying possible for even the most hard-to-manage hair textures.
Photo: Courtesy of Sonia Kashuk13/16Sonia Kashuk Limited Edition Brush Set
Like a moth to the flame, we’d be lying if we said we weren’t immediately drawn to the oh-so-pretty packaging, which was inspired after makeup guru (and Sonia’s mentor) Linda Mason. From fluffy powder brushes to eyeliner applications, this 10-piece kit comes with every tool you’ll need to create any makeup look. When they’re not in use, organize them on your vanity in a small vase—the gorgeous ombré bristles look even better than a fresh bouquet.
Photo: Courtesy of Rimmel London14/16Rimmel London Stay Matte Liquid Mousse Foundation
Pick up this product if you want a coverup that feels more like a second skin than a layer of foundation. This airy mousse blurs imperfections and an uneven skin tone, leaving behind a gorgeous matte finish that looks especially ace on oily skin.
Photo: Courtesy of TRESemme15/16TRESemmé Perfectly (Un)Done Wave Perfecting Gelee
Hair gels can be a tricky business, but this wave-enhancing gelee is like the Goldilocks of styling products. It’s not so sticky that it leaves behind flakes, yet not too lightweight that midday flyaways become an issue. Its flexible hold formula is just right and gives your curls lasting definition and control.
Photo: Courtesy of Jergens16/16Jergens Natural Glow Instant Sun Deep Bronze Sunless Tanning Mousse
Though we might not be able to help you flaunt your stuff in a bikini with the same Kendall Jenner swagger, this self tanner is a boost of confidence found in a bottle. The tinted mousse glides on streak-free for the most amazing, sun-kissed glow—for beach season and beyond.
