Drugstore GEMS... Best Drugstore Makeup for an Expensive and Luxe Look!

[@theprousteffect9717]

Thank you for the "disclaimer" at the beginning about evaluating drugstore products the same way you would high end products. If it's good, it's good, that's it. It has to do the job I want it to do, regardless of the price.

[@ashleykane2895]

yeah, I get that some people may evaluate drugstore products differently if they’re not as into makeup or simply need to budget, but for me.. I have so much makeup that if it’s not as good as my high end stuff, I won’t use it, and if I’m not using it then it’s a waste of money no matter the price

[@ladyj.9350]

I have wasted money on cheap stuff that I never use and it hurts. I have limited space so I want to really like the products that I buy

[@gildedpeahen876]

@@ladyj.9350 and when ur on a limited budget, it ends up being cheaper to buy a more expensive 20-30 dollar product that you actually like and use, than buying a million 5-10 dollar things that you don’t even use or like.

[@yeneka713]

The sleek hair, the sultry makeup, the steel gray velvet top...you're giving Bond Girl vibes, although i can't tell if you're on the good side or the bad side. 🖤

[@TrujilloRosalba]

Lauren, one of the things that I love about your videos, is how you swatch products, you are not afraid to touch and swipe and blend... I really love that! It gives me more insight as to what makeup looks and feels like. Thank you! 💛

[@juliayk]

Lauren you look amazimg in this video. The makeup, the sleek hair... just screams lux to me! Thank you for the video. Drugstore makeup brands have been really stepping up their game!

[@alexismercedes2098]

It's the inner corner highlight for me.

[@steph.k.b.]

I loved this video. You arent kidding about prices going up. Drugstore is getting a little out of hand w their prices. I have an idea for you to decorate your "makeup tree" since your ornaments were taken (I actually do this myself in my makeup room). Use the (pretty), empty boxes from your makeup to decorate the tree. Larger boxes can go under the tree to look like gifts. Smaller boxes can hang right on the tree w a hook. Mine looks amazing ! Just an idea until you start replacing your things. I hope you see this & consider it.

[@yeneka713]

NYX needs to launch a foundation in the same serum formula as the concealer. I would buy it forever.

[@arielts06]

Yes! Waiting for them to replace the Born to Glow foundation since the Bare with me concealer is so similar to the Born to Glow concealer! 🤞🏽

[@AnastaciaInCleveland]

Actually, the first product in the Bare With Me line was a skin tint (Skin Veil Tint I think it was called). It was the first skin tint that worked for me. I applied it with my fingers, and it looked so nice and even on my skin. However, for some weird reason, they discontinued it just as the Bare With Me line was starting to gain traction! Why would they do that? I hope that they do create some form of skin serum foundation to round out the Bare With Me line. Makeup brands make the oddest decisions sometimes! ~ Anastacia in Cleveland

[@pattyann1963]

@@AnastaciaInCleveland right? Idk why they discontinued that. I actually stopped supporting NYX for the sole reason that so many things get discontinued so quickly. I think they’re more worried about trends then creating great staple products. I’m sick of finding something I like by them only to have it discontinued so quickly. Same with physicians formula. I’m over them as well.

[@Kiyonce.Kartier]

You look STUNNING! Idk what you did but THIS is your look, Lauren!

[@leahmiranda8359]

I started needing a lipliner in my late thirties. The older I get, (now 73), the more I need a lipliner that does lock down. Otherwise, it melts into my liplines. We all end up making minor adjustments regularly as we age. 😊

[@allisonbrooks9795]

Essence blush , highlighter and lash princess mascara, they are probably the only drugstore makeup I own . They are amazing and inexpensive.

[@AmyBlack1206]

Did you try the Essence Kissed by the Light illuminating powder in Star Kissed? Omg it’s beautiful!! If CT packaged that it would fly off the shelf. I use it over blush and it’s lovely!!

[@XI_Daisy_XI]

Essence is a great brand, I just wish they would safety-seal their products.

[@wificutie]

Wanted to love Essence so bad, especially their mascara ( green bottle ) but it kept on flaking on me :(

[@candiecoatedsims2947]

First you are rockin this look. Everything about it is a whole vibe and I’m loving it 😍 secondly, thank you for putting drugstore brands to the same standards of high end. Just because someone might not be able to afford luxury does not mean they should settle for subpar quality makeup based on price.

[@tdsollog]

High end and luxury are never in my budget. These types of videos are great. Ethical, affordable products that do the job well.

[@senseofwonder4734]

You do such a great job on your channel. I'm not in your typical demographic i figure really, I'm a 52 year old. . But I love that you are so genuine and no BS whatsoever. It is obvious that you know what you are talking about. I truly admire your vibe!

[@vaguelyexhausted]

Milani blushes and highlighters are like, my holy grail, sooooo good, not just the colors but the texture, it blends so effortlessly

[@becbrown212]

I also have the Milani Berry adore, luminoso shades and a light pink called dolce vita. Love them all and have passed over some really great deals on more expensive brands because they are so so good.

[@EvaLoVerde]

Thank you! I always end up buying high end to avoid inexpensive duds, this is the kind od video I want in my life! Part 2?

[@EvaLoVerde]

@textme9905 hope that youtube captures you scammers. Reported

[@blendofdays]

I was on a concealer journey for years. Someone suggested the nyx serum concealer & I am forever grateful to them. It IS incredible. I love that you kept making the claim that these are good, not just good for the price! 😍🙌

[@stacyechelberger]

Also LA girl shockwave eyeliner. That black one especially blows urban decay out of the water for me! LA Girl eyeshadows too. Those shimmers are next level. Flower beauty heat wave bronzer in sunrise. Fabulous. The wet n wild mega glo highlighters are better than all of my highend.

[@antoinettelindo]

You look STUNNING in this makeup and the color of your shirt really makes everything pop!

[@christyfielding7498]

The Elf putty primer brush is the perfect size and density for the putty bronzer.

[@this_lee_life5553]

I’d to see you review laura Gellers baked products! They’re so slept on! Especially stamping it on… oof chefs kiss

[@stacyechelberger]

100% agree. The powder foundations used as setting powder over a light foundation is definitely chefs kiss.

[@medusabeheaded]

I agree 100% about the Revlon quads. They are soooo underrated and the formula and colors are so lux. Thanks for shining a light on all of the great options that have less crazy prices. Beautiful eye look as always, Lauren!

[@LCx829]

CP super shock eyeshadow will turn an ok eye look to fabulous.

[@nadjas3521]

Yes! The revlon quads are so good!Also those flower shadows are fun to blend into custom colors. Lots of moody neutrals hiding in that palette!

[@alishacamille3477]

Milani is my personal fav drugstore brand baked blushes are amazing so are there bronzers

[@Bookishcarmela]

I love the baked blushes, hate the packaging

[@Diana-yk7sp]

Great video! I keep hearing more and more raves about Moira products. I've got to check out your video. The Revlon quads look so pretty too. I agree about Flower Beauty foiled 6 pans. They are AMAZING! I wish they would release more. I use mine so much! I will definitely purchase the shimmer eyeliners. I agree...the shimmer adds just a little "something" extra that looks so pretty. I really, really appreciate you sharing such awesome affordable recommendations! I'm stepping away from high end makeup and am going to be focusing on awesome affordable products from now on so this video is a treasure.

[@jenc4016]

I’m so jealous! Flower beauty sell a very limited range over here in Australia, and this 6 pan beauty is one I dream of being able to purchase here! 😍😍😍 so stunning! I adore Flower beauty ❤

[@Impassion]

Daytime upload.... shaking it up! I like the late night ones, too. I recently bought one of the Pixi eyeliners, on your recommendation. I also love the NYX concealer - I actually mix my own base out of foundation, tinted moisturizers, etc., and sometimes I throw in a pump of that concealer into the mix.

[@ra0003]

I agree with you about all of these products, especially the lipliners and concealer. Flower beauty heatwave bronzer in sunrise and Revlon skin lights bronzer in sun kissed beam , Almay healthy hue blush in nearly nude and covergirl cheekers blush in soft sable , to me are very amazing products from the drugstore.

[@AnetteL.Nielsen]

I absolutely agree about the NYX Butter Gloss and ColourPop Super Shock Shadows and Highlighters 😊

[@CobraDove1111]

I adore your makeup today....THIS is the makeup I want! Great video too...I want a minimal makeup collection of the just the best products, regardless of the price

[@mediocrebankai]

I stopped wearing concealer under my eyes because I couldn’t find one that looked good under my eyes drugstore or highend, until I found that nyx concealer! Also colourpop glitter super shocks are gorgeous toppers for eyeshadow and my favorite cream blush is the pink one from believe beauty at dollar general it’s just the perfect pink thats not too pink, a little dewy, so good. The loreal true match tinted serum? Perfection on the skin. I’ve been using the milani nude lipliner since I was in highschool and no matter what I try I always come back to it.

[@clarebear910]

Another Super Shock Highlighter that I love using as a blush topper for my matte powder blushes is Chiffon! :D

[@entwashian]

Yes, ColourPop Super Shocks are definitely the move to make. I love how Moira has been growing as a brand, & can't wait to see what they come up with next. I love Kim Chi Chic's Wet with Plumper lip gloss in the clear shade. It doesn't have any sort of cooling/stinging tingles, & smells like fruit punch.

[@superfacch]

I really like essence lip liners too

[@imaginarycosmetics]

I love the Butter Glosses. A medium opacity gloss without any shimmer/glitter is definitely my preference. I would love it if this type of fomula became popular again or if NYX released more shades (or simply rereleased some of the discontinued ones).

[@jenniferwilson1202]

Literally settling down for a hours relax and your wonderful soul pops up ❤️ xxxx

[@Carab3671]

I just wanted you to know how much I'm enjoying daily videos from you

[@andreamarksberry345]

You look extra gorgeous today!! This is one of my favorite kind of videos too!

[@lesleyegbert4807]

+1 on the NYX Butter Gloss. I just discovered it and I'm seriously impressed!

[@Michele_78]

I love the elf shadow sticks

[@ScaraScream33]

I am on my 3rd bottle of the NYX concealer! I have become such a major makeup snob the last few years, but man.. there has been some AMAZING drug store products hitting the shelves the last year, I feel. Love it! For bronzer the Revaluation bronzer ($7!!??!!) Is so amazing! It blends out and the tone reminds me of my Fenty (in Buttah Biscuit) and even my Tarte (Seychelles) . I have SO MANY higher end cream bronzer, and I have reached for my 7 dollar one more! Insane!

[@Iamyl4]

If you like the elf cream bronzer, you should try the new luminous cream bronzer on your channel

[@Joss-Jane]

Love this look, gorgeous!!!🥰 Awesome list of superstar products!!!💜💜💜

[@hoflandmm]

Drugstore content is my favorite

[@donnamc81]

Lauren I love the putty bronzer but you should also try the revolution cream bronzer and the reformulated colour pop super shock bronzer stunning and definitely compare to high end

[@julieh80]

I love the theme of this video! And that Colourpop Tinkerbell highlighter is so gorgeous. Love wearing mine and hope they dupe it in the future!

[@mariekevee4501]

Two glosses I keep reaching for are from Catrice, the Clean ID hydra lip plumper and the Better Than Fake Lips volume gloss. Both sound like they're going to be tingling or burning, but they don't! They're just moisturizing/hydrating and make your lips look so good. Perfect thickness too, for me. They're €4 or 5 here and so goooood.

[@SofiaHeim]

your brows look amazing in this video! :O

[@TNK689]

I recently decluttered a bunnnnch of drugstore makeup. Not because there’s anything wrong with it but because I have so many great high end/luxury products that they really need to knock it out of the park in order for me to reach for them instead of my Dior or CT. The one drugstore blush I’m loving right now, however, is from Revlon. Aside from those blushes, the majority of what I use is high end and luxury.

[@missmollyo3742]

Lauren, what ever is on your inner corner is stunning! You look so radiant and have that inner glow. I love your channel, thank you

[@celeste8157]

Those Pixi highlighters are the best quality highlights I've ever used! I've been missing them since Fall when I dyed my hair red and stopped self tanning. I'm too fair for all the colors 😓

[@amandadelatorre3790]

Lauren u must try the kiko eyeshadow sticks! IMO they’re even better quality than Laura mercier.

[@billieraelands3783]

No 7 in my opinion has the best base products. They have really good foundations and powders. It's a little pricier but I swear their lift and laminate serum foundation, concealer, and powder line is my favorite... I pick it over my high end all the time.

[@merryt55]

Just found your channel - I have both high end makeup as well as drugstore and I agree with what your standards out of your products! Could you do a Sydney Grace eyeshadow look? you have absolutely stunning eyes her shadows would make your eyes pop!! Great make up as well.

[@ambrielledani521]

I don't ever see anyone mention the Uoma beauty line at Walmart but I recently tried their cream blush in audacity and I love it. Not really into cream products but I love how luxurious their blush feels also I'm a sucker for anything made in Italy,idc about price point lol Italian made cosmetics is truly *chef's kiss* 🤌🏻

[@kaseywaters7466]

Uoma by Sharon C products are great! Their brow duo and their mascara are new favorites for me!! I’ll have to try this blush

[@briananelson3215]

I loke the aoa lipliners

[@theresabonnano5480]

I’m new and I already love your channel.

[@Mamafindsherself]

Your eye makeup is so beautiful, love!!

[@ick.zosted]

This top looks so sophisticated, I love it!

[@Sorchia56]

I have been using the Anastasia brow cream pencil but found the Milani weekend brow brush and I’m not going back! It’s just as good if not better and I save loads of money! Cheers for a great video

[@sodarath888]

I just found your channel and let me tell you this that i love your videos! It’s really homie and like talking to a friend. I’ve been binge watching your old videos over the holiday.

[@Bookishcarmela]

I love colorful eyeliner, that's my daily minimum of makeup. So i wanna check out those Pixi lines. Maybe check out the recent Milani matte lipsticks. Ive been really enjoying those, i bought five.

[@brookesosa5032]

Can’t wait to try that Bare With Me Concealer!

[@janicecrosby1986]

I love the Lifter Glosses! Ordered Ruby, and it's divine!

[@cryptig]

Your hair slicked back looks so chic!!

[@briannaroebling5773]

I was gifted 2 of those Revlon quads (including the more neutral one you showed) and then another color and I agree...they are nice. I was shocked.

[@genevieveve]

Love your hair styled like that! Such a small change but you look so posh!

[@aliciai.9150]

NYX butter glosses are the best! I also own the Milani lip liners. Natural is my all-time favorite 😍

[@DouradaBambina]

I love Essence products!

[@deltawhiskey1998]

I have the Revlon quads too & I absolutely love them for those days when I have minimal time to get ready & I just want something easy, pretty & minimal. I have the It’s a Dub & my two most used shades in it are are the two soft “mattes” at the end for a base & corner shade & then I have the other neutral quad & I’ll put a sparklier taupe over. I went & back & forth on the one with the teal in it & now I’m def going to grab it too. Def recommend!! Glad to know about the Pixi eye-liners - my drugstore used to carry urban decay but not anymore and Sephora doesn’t carry as many of the really good shades anymore and I’ve been looking everywhere where for some good eyeliners to use in the exact same way you described!

[@Jen-if2it]

Those Milani cream blushes are so good. Definitely better than my high ends blushes. The shade range is an issue though, I have the "kiss of nude" and it's red 🤷.

[@wificutie]

Always look forward to your content 💕

[@carols.4252]

The elf shadow sticks slay. My favorite is the blue steel. But I have some neutrals and they are foolproof. I have to say not to sleep on Neutrogena foundation and especially the tinted moisturizer. ULTA brand makes these doe foot cream shadows that are fabulous. I always use Essence mascara. Will never go back. Speaking of Essence, the nude highlighter is so very subtle that you could use it like a finishing powder like Hourglass. Revlon lip glosses are terrific. Here is a recommendation. Check out Avon on line for retractable lip and eye pencils. They’re amazing.

[@serenamoonxo]

Amazing recommendations! Thank you! All on my wishlist now. I highly recommend MILANI FETISH MATTE LIPSTICKS (PASSION & SECRET are my favourite) Also NYX LIP CREMES are very good too. The shade ROME is a gorgeous pink. I am picky with pinks and Secret & Rome are my favourites. (Secret is also a DUPE for Pillow Talk by Charlotte Tilbury) & The Milani Romantic Rose Blush is my #1

[@Nick11261]

Yes!!! I have oily skin as well and fell in love w the Elf putty bronzer a few months ago, one of my faves

[@allarab2612]

Butter glosses are so good

[@arwabagerlmhc2589]

Great suggestions! Love the revlon shadows - so underrated! And the flower beauty blushes I think you would love a lot of kiko milano - especially the shadow sticks ! (And they always have deals !)

[@GiNgErSnAp-bh7eq]

I have tried almost all of these and totally agree

[@graxsia]

The Kiko eyeshadow sticks are pretty good and there are so many colours. Do those creamy pressed powder shadow types dry out?

[@jasminehuynh941]

I actually thought you just had a full face of high end makeup at the beginning of this video. Great recommendations! I wish you'd say specifically what color of each item you were wearing or named the shades of your swatches though-- it would be really helpful.

[@tannerurbas5586]

I would love for you to make a best foundation product videos!

[@amyjoley950]

You look so gorgeous in this video!! I've been kind of a makeup snob in the past and avoided drugstore...mostly because I can't swatch, but I trust your opinion. Might have to try some of these!

[@stephswavycurls]

Thank you thank you so thank you for doing some drugstore content!!! ❤️

[@kelliebennett9932]

What a wonderful video!!!! I only use drugstore and I love it!! Your make up looks awesome! Thanks

[@WolffBlurr]

Hmmm now that I’m watching this, the jungle lights palette seems to have kind of similar vibes to the PML Sith Seduction 5-pan that just released 👀

[@715vmarie]

You are very pretty! Can I ask what blush you are wearing in this video?

[@rachelanderson1155]

Any tips on reviving a dried out super shock shadow?

[@AnastaciaInCleveland]

I'm wondering the same thing! ~ Anastacia in Cleveland

[@AlisonInCT1971]

I've been all about shadow sticks lately too. I have some from Amazon as well. I haven't tested them yet, but when I do and if they're worth it, I'll let you know. 😊

[@domrom4065]

Another Great video Lauren. I love listening to your expertise advise on all this fabulous makeup! And this rose gold look on you is beautiful!

[@m.c.8680]

just ordered a powder blush (though more of cream blush user myself) bought the soft berry and eyeshadow palette in cool colors..sugar something? I dunno. Thanks to you..cant wait to try

[@minnauyeda8002]

I like the shape of your sponge, what brand is that?

[@marinabrola]

Mmm that Christmas intro 🎉🎉

[@Cerysd]

What is the colour name of the Milani lip liner at 23:01? I would really appreciate it 💗xxx

[@theolivetone2097]

Another great video! Thanks for the reviews and finds. Your camera is amazing! Can you tell me which camera you use to film please?

[@DJSteenie]

Thank you for demonstrating everything!!!!

[@danesmcganes9118]

I have a TON of various highlighters that I've gotten from Ipsy, Boxycharm, etc. I never wear them. I just don't know how it looks good on other people. On me, it seems to draw attention to fine lines.

[@ksanela]

Wow you look so regal and sleek and lux 😍

[@rachelanderson1155]

Living for your content lately

[@Lili-hu5lk]

You HAVE to try the physicians formula The Healthy foundation!!!! THE most natural looking foundation, not too glossy not too matte and the more you wear it THE BETTER IT LOOKS

[@AnastaciaInCleveland]

Do they still make that foundation? I thought that they discontinued it. It is a good foundation! ~ Anastacia in Cleveland

[@Sayo7MaE]

I never bought the Milani blush because I heard that it could really show more texture, but now I'm wondering if I should give it a try

[@cwm5316]

You look beautiful.