With so many cosmetic choices out there, and everyone on a budget, there is a resource for every woman to still look her best. Whether you are on a department store or drug store makeup budget, you can find fabulous products that won’t deplete your bank account.
My favorites from the drug store are a staple in my makeup case because they work great, look luxurious on and are affordable for the amount of makeup I go through. Although I mainly use airbrush cosmetics, I do incorporate traditional makeup as well that won’t take away from the airbrush effect when trying to create a desired look, and here are some of my favorites:
1. Maybelline mascara formulas in “Lash Stiletto”, “Lash Discovery” and “Full & Soft”, all in Very Black color.
2. Revlon eye shadows in rich purples, sage greens, grays and golden beige colors.
3. Prestige water-proof lip liners in Angora and Plummy colors. They look great on everyone and go well with many lipsticks (just blend evenly with a lip brush to avoid the obvious lip liner look).
4. Cover girl blush in peach tones. They look so beautiful on everyone, like naturally sun kissed cheeks.
5. L’Oreal eyeliners in dark purple or gray colors. These look fabulous smudged for a smokey look and don’t fade.
6. Foundation- well this is a tough one for me since I only use airbrush for that, BUT, I have to admit that mineral powder formulas are the best route to go for a more natural and even color that I’ve seen.
Compared with drug store and department store mineral brands, I couldn’t tell the difference when worn because both were pretty. Buying liquid foundation in a bottle has never been an exact science, so if that’s your choice, choose wisely and always match your skin tone to get the best coverage.
