20 Epic Beauty Products You Can Buy at the Drugstore Right Now
1/22It's officially the start of the month-long shopping spree where we're supposed to be spending gifts on everyone else, but with the new stash of hair, makeup and skincare goodies that recently hit shelves, we simply can't stop thinking about all the ways a new beauty purchase would look really, ridiculously good on our own bathroom vanities. Luckily, all the options you'll find ahead are available at your local drugstore, which means you can treat yourself to any (or all!) of them completely guilt free—and still have plenty of cash leftover to buy gifts for everyone on your shopping list. From gorgeous glow-inducing powders to hydrating body lotions and frizz-fighting hair creams, here's the ultimate guide on what to stock up this winter.
2/22L’Oréal Paris Infallible Lip 2 Step
A lot of long-wear lip colors make big promises, but most look completely dried out and pilled by the time you’ve had your morning latte. This lip color isn’t your ordinary gloss, and we have the stain-free Starbucks cups to prove it. One side primes and keeps lips moisturized all day long, while the other side contains crazy-gorgeous, highly pigmented color.
3/22Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy Complete Care Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
Cold winter air and dry office heaters does your hair no favors. Ward off dry scalp and dandruff with a zinc-infused shampoo that coats your hair with vitamins and lightweight oils to keep it super hydrated during the polar vortex. Plus, keep your eyes peeled for the coordinating anti-dandruff conditioner on shelves in January!
4/22Yes To Grapefruit Pore Perfection Brightening Peel
Leave the winter layering for your #OOTD Insta instead of your skincare routine. One use of this treatment exfoliates, shrinks the appearance of pores, minimizes the look of dark spots and pumps skin with moisture all in one easy step.
5/22Maybelline Brow Define and Fill Duo
If there’s anything we’ve learned from the runways this year, it’s that a bold brow can truly save face when you’re in a pinch—and on chilly winter mornings when an 15 extra minutes in bed make all the difference, this brow wax pencil and filling powder is all you need to look presentable.
6/22CoverGirl Star Wars Limited Edition Super Sizer Mascara
For most of us, a swipe of mascara is a non-negotiable part of our makeup regimens year-round, but this waterproof formula is particularly useful for teary eyes in the wintertime.
7/22Sonia Kashuk Illuminating Loose Powder
Like a moth to the flame, we were immediately drawn to this illuminator’s perfect plaid packaging, but we were pleasantly surprised to find that there’s so much more to it. Use a fluffy powder brush to lightly dust on this glow-inducing powder. Whether it’s used on a bare face or over your existing coverage, it gives dull winter skin a much-needed boost.
8/22La Roche Posay Pigmentclar Eyes
Late night studying for finals have nothing on this dark circle correcting cream. The cooling metal applicator immediately depuffs the sensitive area and a unique combo of caffeine, light reflective pigments and phe-resorcinol brightens overtime.
9/22Simple Micellar Make-up Remover Wipes
A makeup wipe is our get-out-of-jail free card for those nights when a 12-step Korean skincare routine is just simply not happening. Each towelette is soaked in micellar water—the French girl skincare secret to makeup removal, hydration and acne prevention. One wipe is all it takes.
10/22St. Ives Fresh Hydration Lotion
There are certain beauty products that are very handy, but then there are ones that are complete game changers and we’re confident that this lotion falls in the latter category. The spray-on design not only makes sure you get those tricky, hard-to-reach areas like the middle of your back, but the instantly absorbing formula lets you throw on your clothes immediately after.
11/22Physicians Formula Nude Wear Touch of Blur
We never could quite figure out how to contour like a Kardashian, but fortunately (strobing)[http://www.teenvogue.com/story/strobing-highlighting-makeup-technique] has become the lazy girl's easy solution to bringing out the best parts of our facial features. All it takes is a couple clicks of this illuminating pen to highlight the areas of your face that could use a little glow: above your cheekbones, the bridge of your nose, brow bone and cupid's bow.
12/22Neutrogena Ultra Light Cleansing Oil
The cardinal rule of skincare? Thou shall always take off your makeup before bed. This lightweight cleansing oil makes the process so much easier by melting off makeup (even the stubborn waterproof mascara kind) and hydrating sensitive skin—all without a greasy residue.
13/22Herbal Essences Bombshell Babe Blowout Creme
Winter hair is one of the mysteries of life that remains unsolved. One day you're whipping your hair back and forth like you're a Victoria's Secret Fashion Show model with a windblower in your face. Other days you pull off your beanie only to find the most uncontrollable frizz underneath. This blowout creme offers more consistency with your 'do. When you're hair still damp from the shower, work it through towel-dried hair and blowdry as usual for a silky-smooth finish that lasts all day.
14/22Essie Nail Care Gel Setter Top Coat
Cold air make nails feel extra brittle, so this season avoid the harsh UV light from gel manicures with this super-shiny topcoat that mimics the gel look without damaging your cuticles.
15/22EOS Visibly Soft Lip Balm
No parabens or bad-for-you chemicals here — just smooth, lip-soothing goodness thanks to the shea butter formula. Plus, these balms come in fun scents like blackberry nectar, coconut milk or vanilla mint.
16/22Tresemmé Perfectly Undone Sea Salt Spray
If you can't go on a tropical getaway this winter, at least your hair can pretend like it did with with a couple of easy spritzes of this wave-enhancing sea salt spray.
17/22CoverGirl Outlast All-Day Primer
We admit most primers make us nervous: They're usually a weird translucent color, they have a funny smell and we can't help but think that it's totally clogging up our pores. But long story short, this primer doesn't leave us disappointed. It feels weightless, doesn't cause breakouts and keeps makeup looking fresh for hours.
18/22Sonia Kashuk Limited Edition Star Struck Four-Piece Face Brush Set
We've waxed poetic about our love for Sonia Kashuk's packaging many times before, but the designer has truly outdone herself with this limited edition brush set. The set comes with a brush for powder, foundation and contour, plus a multipurpose one you can use on anything from bronzers to blushes. And, the gold confetti-filled handles are just begging to be Instagrammed.
19/22Sally Hansen Luxe Lace Nail Polish
The sparkly texture leaves a lace fabric-inspired design on your nails that looks great alone or layered over an existing polish. It's Pinterest-worthy with a fraction of the effort it takes to do actual nail art.
20/22Maybelline SuperStay Better Skin Concealer
This concealer is packed with antioxidants so dark undereye circles can officially take a hike. Plus, the sponge applicator makes it easy to mask a zit without looking cakey.
21/22Physicians Formula Mineral Wear Talc-Free All-In-1 ABC Cushion Foundation SPF 50
The happy blue packaging makes you smile, but the mineral cushion foundation inside will have you beaming ear to ear. The gentle formula glides onto your skin like a liquid, but feels soft and weightless like a powder. The SPF 50 is a helpful added bonus.
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