The Super-Affordable Makeup Products Katy Perry Can't Live Without
It's undeniable: Katy Perry is far from your average California girl. She racks up more music awards than her mantel could possibly hold, has a knack for penning catchy song lyrics, and reliably makes every red carpet more interesting with her sartorial choices. On top of all that, she's also proven herself to be a total beauty icon. Whether she's doing chic Old Hollywood glamour or going full-on, rainbow-hued "Teenage Dream," she always stuns—both on stage and off.
Since her first hit back in 2008 (!), Katy has been inspiringly fearless when it comes to makeup. In fact, it's easy to see why she was named a CoverGirl ambassador in 2013. After signing on with the cosmetics brand, we've seen some of the her best looks to date. Click through to see the essentials Katy constantly keeps in rotation in her makeup kit, and learn how you can easily incorporate them into your own routine. Best of all? Everything's under $10 and available at Walmart!
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1/9The CoverGirl ambassador shares her beauty must-haves.
2/9Lashes for Days
Each of Katy's mic-drop makeup moments have one common denominator: insanely lush lashes. And any one of these genius mascara wands to give yours the same fullness. The Super Sizer brush is designed to get even the most hard-to-reach corners, while LashBlast Volume fans lashes out in a gorgeous way as if you spent hours with an eyelash curler (in reality: you didn't even need it). Full Lash Bloom's unique mousse formula gives lashes a flexible hold so it never looks flaky or stiff, yet stays put all day thanks to waterproof ingredients. It's our little secret beauty weapon to help us get through hot, sticky summers or a cry session watching Fault in Our Stars.
CoverGirl The Super Sizer by LashBlast Mascara, Walmart.com; CoverGirl LashBlast Volume Blasting Mascara, Walmart.com; CoverGirl Full Lash Bloom by Lashblast Mascara, Walmart.com.
3/9A Classic Cat Eye
In the beauty biz, this self-sharpening eyeliner pencil might be the closest thing we have to a magical wand. The formula glides on smoothly and the super sharp tip makes it so easy to copy Katy's signature cat eye.
CoverGirl Perfect Point Plus Eyeliner in Black Onyx, Walmart.com.
4/9Smoky Eyeshadow
The difficulty level of finding the perfect combo of smoky eye colors falls somewhere between scoring a prom dress in your size during a really great sale (at worst) and rocket science (at best). This palette takes the stress out of which colors work together with four blendable, versatile shades that can go as bold or as subtle as you'd like.
CoverGirl Eye Shadow Quad in 715 Stunning Smokeys, Walmart.com.
5/9A Bold Lip
A quick scroll through Katy's Instagram and you'll find nary a day goes by when she's not wearing a lip. Whether you go for neutral or bright, it'll pull any look together in less than 60 seconds. Take Colorlicious Lipstick, for example, which goes on so smoothly you barely need a mirror. The LipPerfection Jumbo Gloss Balm's twist-up design makes it easy to add a sheer wash of color on the go while the Colorlicious Lip Lava has pigment so saturated, all you need is one swipe.
CoverGirl LipPerfection Jumbo Gloss Balm, Walmart.com; CoverGirl Colorlicious Lipstick, Walmart.com; CoverGirl Colorlicious Lip Lava, Walmart.com.
6/9A Skin-Perfecting Moisturizer
In today's contouring culture, few can claim a commitment to fresh, sheer skin quite like Katy. This BB cream adds the perfect amount of tint while evening out your skin tone and adding a healthy dose of SPF at the same time. We can't think of a better way to slash your morning beauty routine in half.
CoverGirl Smoothers SPF 15 Tinted Moisturizer BB Cream Light to Medium, Walmart.com.
7/9A Perfect Base
Though it seems like Katy switches up her hair, lip and eye colors, oh, about every five minutes, her flawless skin lives on. Copy her look with a mattifying formula like Clean Oil Control Liquid Makeup, which is perfect for toning down a shiny T-zone, or try Ready Set Gorgeous, which is oil-free and won't clog pores. Any of these formulas feel weightless even in the summer heat, but our favorite might be TruBlend, which feels like a second skin while giving amazing coverage.
CoverGirl Clean Oil Control Liquid Makeup, Walmart.com; CoverGirl TruBlend Liquid Makeup, Walmart.com; CoverGirl Ready, Set Gorgeous Liquid Makeup Foundation, Walmart.com.
8/9Bright Eyes
The last of late night study sessions for finals might be behind you, but the dark circles under your eyes seem to want to stick around. No worries—just dab this creamy concealer underneath your eyes for an instant brightening effect.
CoverGirl Ready, Set Gorgeous Concealer, Walmart.com.
9/9Matte Skin
Just like you wouldn't forget hairspray to make your hairstyle last all day long, you should always remember a pats of powder to seal in your makeup look. This oil-free formula obliterates shine while giving your foundation extra long-lasting powers. Plus, the sleek compact design feels like it was made for your tiny going-out clutch for easy touchups.
CoverGirl Clean Pressed Powder, Walmart.com.
