Top 17 Drug Store Must-Haves

I’ve been sharing several beauty finds on my Insta-stories { @GlamByAP } recently and have received several questions on good drug store items. I have slowly been preparing for the budget friendly life I will soon be living (aka on my own), so I’ve been testing out so many drug store items recently. I have found an entire drug store beauty routine, start to finish! Here are the must-have beauty items I’m currently loving:

1. St. Tropez Tanning Mousse | | Life is better when you're tan, agreed? Self tanners are such a hard thing to master but I prefer this over any other brand I have tried. Thankfully, the price that comes along with this streak-free mousse happens to be just as pleasant.

2. Morphe Bronzer | | I love this bronzer for so many reasons but the main reason is due to it's formula and ability to blend so well. Most people's face is more dry on the outer edges so bronzers with drier formulas stick to dry patches. THIS bronzer, however, compliments the skin so well and adds the perfect amount of glow/bronze to the face.

3. Maybelline Fit Me Concealer | | If there's one thing I have learned from being in the makeup world, it would be that flashes from a camera mixed with thick concealer is not a great look for anyone. Most concealers are formulated thicker with the intention and purpose of covering dark circles and/or discoloration. However, thicker coverage does not always mean better in the case of photographing. I shared a little bit about my love for this inexpensive drug store find on my Insta-stories { @GlamByAP } last weekend while I was doing prom makeup!

4. Milani Baked Blush | | Blush can be intimidating for many people because of how bright it appears. I feel like blush is the final touch on a look. I love THIS one because the color is so natural and has the perfect amount of sheen to give a subtle glow on the cheeks.

5. THE Best Glam Travel Case | | I travel most weekends { can anyone else relate to the long-distance relationship thing?! }, and this travel case has been the most perfect thing to throw my makeup and skincare products into. The dividers are removable so it can become a custom fit for your products. It is a hard case so traveling with this is even easier because I never have to worry about items inside getting crushed or messed up.

6. Physicians Formula Bronzer | | This is a less expensive bronzer option than 2^ ! The smell and quality of this formula is out of this world!

7. Ardell Faux Mink Wispies | | The perfect everyday lash! These lashes are very lightweight, they add the perfect amount of length + volume, and can be used for multiple wears. I have used these on so many brides who want a natural look and they have been perfect!

8. NYX Micro Brow | | If you try this product, it will speak for itself. In my opinion, it's a better version of THIS brow pencil that's double the price.

9. Real Techniques Blending Sponge | | This multipurpose sponge can be used to apply foundation, concealer, stick blush/bronzer, highlighter, and practically any other need you have, this sponge can take care of it. It blends out liquid products better than any other tool I have ever used!

10. Morphe Setting Spray | | A quick spritz on the face with this setting spray, and your makeup should be good to go for the rest of the day. It has a very fresh scent and helps smooth all products together.

11. L'Oréal Infallible Fresh Face | | I’ve been a loyal Estée Lauder Double Wear wearer but this comes in as a close second for favorite foundations. I used to have oily skin, but over the years it’s become more on the dry side. THIS foundation is the perfect mix of hydration while not leaving a shiny or oily appearance on the skin. I think it photographs so well, and it doesn’t have flashback. It feels lightweight on the skin and seems to work well for both oily and dry skin types. 

12. L'Oréal Voluminous | | Save your coins on the overpriced mascara because THIS $8 mascara is the best. I use this on every single makeup client and it is a glam bag staple for me!

13. Morphe Bronzed Babe Palette | | If you haven't tried Morphe eyeshadows, I cannot recommend them enough. The size of THIS palette is travel-friendly and has every shade I need for an everyday eye look. The consistency of the formula is a 10/10 in my book. 

14. Hask Dry Shampoo | | A hidden gem as I like to call it. My two favorite things: wine and dry shampoo (because who has time or energy to wash their hair every day when you can drink wine instead?!) 

15. Soap & Glory Body Butter | | The worlds most hydrating and luxurious feeling body butter. I have dry skin and always apply lotion after showers, but this has been the biggest game changer for my skin. It’s just so nourishing and smells DELICIOUS. 

16 & 17. Morphe M439 & Real Techniques Powder Brush | | I love a good Tom Ford or Sigma brush, but the quality of THESE are so close it makes me never want to splurge on brushes again. They’re both SO good and an excellent price. 

Hope this is helpful to anyone in the market for good drug-store beauty finds! As always, I am open to any kind of feedback <3