Top 5: Drugstore Products

1. Covergirl Lashblast Mascara, $8-$11 CAD

This is the mascara that I reach for nearly everyday. It's quick to apply, it doesn't clump, and it leaves me with longer, separated, natural looking lashes. The brush is gigantic, but surprisingly easy to work with. I don't notice a whole lot of volumizing with the original Lashblast formula - which is fine by me. This mascara defines my lashes perfectly for everyday wear. But if it's volume that you're looking for, I'd recommend using L'oreal Voluminous mascara instead.

2. Revlon Matte Lipstick, $5-$10 CAD

I absolutely LOVE this lipstick collection. The pigmentation is ridiculous! You only need the tiniest amount or else you'll overapply. It's no secret that matte lipsticks are drying... so I always prep my lips with a little bit of Smith's Rosebud Salve before I apply this lipstick. The packaging is a lot nicer than the regular line of Revlon lipsticks - the tube is matte black & the lid is see-through (easier to find the shade you're looking for!). My favourite shade is "001 Nude Attitude" which is the perfect nude lipstick on me.

3. L'oreal Lash Serum $10-$17 CAD

I was super hesitant to try this product at first. Frankly, it sounded like BS in a tube. It's supposed to be applied twice a day.. once in the morning & once in the evening after you've removed your makeup. I'm a little weirded out about sleeping with it on, so I only use it during the day. After about 2 weeks I started noticing that my lashes were fuller & healthier looking.. so I  stopped using it. I had the results I wanted, right? But a few weeks later, my lashes were back to being sparse & sad. So while this product isn't a permanent fix, it actually does work! I love using it as a primer before my mascara.

4. Revlon Colorstay Foundation $16-$20 CAD

I can't say enough good things about Revlon's Colorstay Foundation. The coverage is AMAZING & rivals that of the high-end brands. And surprisingly it feels really comfortable on the skin for having such a high coverage. My only gripe is that it's scented - I hate fragrance in my foundation. That being said, it's not enough to stop me from using it! It comes in two different formulas - one for oily skin & one for dry skin. A definite drugstore treasure!

5. Quo Lashes $5-$8 CAD 
(Shoppers Drug Mart)

These are hands down the best lashes I've ever used. They're a breeze to work with & there are so many different styles to choose from. (Tip: #804 is an exact dupe for MAC's #7 lashes.. at half the price!) They also recently released "Lash Extensions" which are similar to the Individual Lashes - except you apply them 1 single lash at a time instead of in clusters. They're meant to be worn for up to 2 or 3 weeks with proper care. Quo lashes are the only lashes that I stock my makeup kit with.

xoxo,