Makeup - Portrait Demo

I'm excited to share my favorite drugstore makeup products that I believe are just as good as high-end options. Despite my love for high-end makeup, these drugstore finds are truly impressive and deserve more attention.

e.l.f. SKIN Suntouchable Whoa Glow SPF 30

The Elf Woah Glow sunscreen is comparable to the Supergoop sunscreen. It primes the skin beautifully and provides a radiant glow, making it a fantastic alternative.

e.l.f. SKIN Suntouchable Whoa Glow SPF 30, Sunscreen & Makeup Primer For A Glowy Finish, Made With Hyaluronic Acid, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, Packaging May Vary, Sunbeam

Got2B Glued Styling Spiking Hair Gel

I've been using the Got2B Glued gel for my brows for years. It keeps them in place all day, though you need to ensure your brows are clean to avoid white flakes. It's superior to any high-end gel I've tried.

Got2B Glued Styling Spiking Hair Gel 2 - 6 oz tubes + 1 Travel 1.25 oz tube

L'Oreal Paris Makeup Brow Stylist Definer

The L'Oreal Brow Stylist Definer is my go-to brow pencil, comparable to the Anastasia Brow Wiz. Its thin design makes it easy to use and perfect for filling in brows.

L'Oreal Paris Makeup Brow Stylist Definer Waterproof Eyebrow Pencil, Ultra-Fine Mechanical Pencil, Draws Tiny Brow Hairs and Fills in Sparse Areas and Gaps, Brunette, 0.003 Ounce (Pack of 2)

e.l.f. Power Grip Primer

The Elf Power Grip primer is a staple in my routine. Its tacky finish ensures makeup stays put for a long time, making it a reliable choice.

e.l.f. Power Grip Primer, Gel-Based & Hydrating Face Primer For Smoothing Skin & Gripping Makeup, Moisturizes & Primes, 0.811 Fl Oz (24 ml.)

e.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Filter

The Elf Halo Glow is a must-try product, similar to the Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter but at a fraction of the cost. It's not sponsored; Elf just offers excellent products.

e.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Filter, Complexion Booster For A Glowing, Soft-Focus Look, Infused With Hyaluronic Acid, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, 2 Fair/Light

MAYBELLINE Super Stay Skin Tint

MAYBELLINE Super Stay Up to 24HR Skin Tint, Radiant Light-to-Medium Coverage Foundation, Makeup Infused With Vitamin C, 118, 1 Count

The Maybelline Super Stay Skin Tint has been my favorite summer product. It provides skin-like coverage and even covered a burn on my forehead while looking natural.

URBAN DECAY All Nighter Setting Spray

URBAN DECAY All Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting Spray - Natural Finish, Up to 24HR Wear, Ultra-Fine Facial Mist, Foundation Face Primer, Smudge-Proof, Transfer-Resistant - 4 Fl Oz

Although not mentioned in detail, the setting spray I use is comparable to high-end options, ensuring long-lasting makeup wear.

e.l.f. Luminous Putty Blush

e.l.f. Putty Blush, Creamy & High-Pigment Formula For A Natural Glow, Delivers A Semi-Matte & Powder Finish, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, Caribbean

The Elf Putty Bronzer and Blushes are fantastic. The bronzer is as good as high-end versions, though I wish it had a larger pan. The blush in the shade Borobora is similar to Rare Beauty's Happy and looks high-end.

e.l.f. Luminous Putty Blush, Putty-to-Powder, Buildable Blush With A Subtle Shimmer Finish, Highly Pigmented & Creamy, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, Barbados

Catrice True Skin High Cover Concealer

Catrice True Skin High Cover Concealer (002 | Neutral Ivory) | Waterproof & Lightweight for Soft Matte Look | With Hyaluronic Acid & Lasts Up to 18 Hours | Vegan, Cruelty Free

The Catrice True Skin Concealer offers high coverage and longevity. It's hydrating, buildable, and doesn't look cakey, making it a great drugstore option.

wet n wild MegaGlo Hello Halo Highlighter

The Wet n Wild Hello Halo highlighter is stunning. Applied with a sponge, it gives a beautiful glow, comparable to high-end products.

wet n wild MegaGlo Hello Halo Liquid Highlighter Makeup, Shimmer, Rose Gold Halo, Goodbye

MAYBELLINE Fit Me Matte + Poreless Pressed Powder

The Maybelline Fit Me Powder is a classic favorite. It provides a flawless finish and is the best drugstore powder for under-eye perfection.

MAYBELLINE Fit Me Matte + Poreless Pressed Face Powder Makeup & Setting Powder, Natural Buff, 1 Count

Milani Baked Blush

The Milani blush in Dolce Pink is one of my all-time favorites. It offers a luminous finish without emphasizing pores or texture, making it a standout drugstore blush.

Milani Baked Blush, Powder Blush for Cheeks, Cruelty Free Makeup - Shape, Contour & Highlight Face for a Shimmery or Matte Finish -Petal Primavera

Colourpop Lippie Lip Pencil

The ColourPop lip liners, especially in the shade BFF, are creamy and glide on smoothly. This shade enhances my natural lip color perfectly.

Colourpop Lippie Lip Pencil - High-Pigment, Long-Lasting Lip Liner - Sharpenable Lip Liner Pencil for High-Impact Lip Color - Vegan, Cream Formula with Precise Application - BFF 2 (0.04 oz)

NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP Fat Oil Lip Drip

NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP Fat Oil Lip Drip, Moisturizing Lip Oil Gloss, Vegan Tinted Formula, Up to 12 HR Hydration - Missed Call (Sheer Pink)

The NYX Juice Gloss is my top drugstore lip gloss. It feels like a lip oil, is non-sticky, and makes lips look like glass, offering superb hydration.

L'Oreal Paris Makeup Telescopic Mascara

The L'Oreal Telescopic Mascara has been my favorite since high school. It delivers excellent results, though I didn't apply it in this look.

L'Oreal Paris Makeup Telescopic Original Lengthening Mascara, Black, 0.27 Fl Oz (1 Count)

Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Here's the finished drugstore makeup look. I'm genuinely impressed by how these products perform together, reaffirming their quality and value.