Who says you have to spend a fortune to get good-quality makeup? Drugstore makeup is really upping its game, making great products more accessible for us. We’ve rounded up our top 8 drugstore makeup brands we adore, with some product recommendations too!
e.l.f Cosmetics
e.l.f cosmetics have been around for a good few years now and have improved so much in the quality of their products. From light-wear foundation to easy-to-use eyeshadows, they’ve got you covered. There are always fun new products to try with e.l.f. to keep you playing with makeup!
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Revolution
Revolution is a classic drugstore makeup brand that you can find pretty much anywhere. They have such a huge range of products – there’s so much to choose from! I remember moving to Revolution when I wanted to up my makeup game as a teenager. There’s so many fun products to play with at such great quality. The Soph Highlighter Palette is still one of my go-to products. It’s such amazing quality and has a great range of shades to suit all skin tones.
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Maybelline
Maybelline is certainly one of the core ranges of drugstore makeup and can be found anywhere from Boots to Savers. It’s a little more pricey than other brands in this list, but its quality makes it well worth it. Their mascaras are certainly their most hyped up product – I think I’ll be buying the Lash Sensational Sky High mascara next!
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wet n wild
Wet n wild is a great drugstore brand that is perfect for beginners – or anyone wanting to keep makeup simple! It’s brilliant to see another company that wants to keep makeup fun and playful. From colourful eyeshadow palettes to a beautiful foundation finish, wet n wild has something for everyone.
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NYX
NYX may be the best brand in the list. Again, their products are more on the pricey side, but it’s good to treat ourselves every now and then. Their eyeshadow palettes used to be such a staple for me, particularly the ‘Brights’ palette linked below. I’ve used the Epic Ink Liner every day for years and am yet to find anything better. For high-end quality and drugstore price, I couldn’t recommend NYX enough.
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Collection
Collection is yet another classic drugstore makeup brand that we love. The brand feels fun and fresh and perfect for young makeup users. It covers all the bases at affordable prices and is available anywhere from Boots to Sainsbury’s. I still use the Collection Lasting Perfection foundation to this day (as well as my Rare Beauty foundation, of course).
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Rimmel
Rimmel is another classic when we think of drugstore makeup – certainly a leading makeup brand in the UK. Their makeup is sold at a decent price and gives you great quality. The 3-Tone sculpting palette is one of the first bits of makeup I ever owned as it’s perfect for having everything you need in one place.
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MUA
When I first started getting into makeup, MUA was my go-to. Honestly, because it was the cheapest I could find on the high street. It feels so light, making it perfect for someone just beginning to play with makeup. I remember being obsessed with their eyeshadow palettes – I almost want to try one again now and see if I still feel the same!
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Did anything take your fancy? Treat yourself to a little bit of budget-friendly makeup this week, you deserve it 🙂
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with love,
becky
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