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My Favorite Cosmetic Products

by seraphim   |   48 Comments

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I'm a former beauty advisor at Walgreens - so as such I've become the drugstore cosmetics queen. These are my favorite products I've come to use again and again after much research and experimentation. These products have been the most effective for me as well as usually being the most reasonably priced. I hope maybe this list might be of use to you, as the world of beauty can be a frustrating and scary place with so many false promises and so many people vying for your money. Be sure to check out my beauty links at the bottom - they're interesting and valuable resources. :)

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Skin Care
 
Olay Complete All Day...

See this at: drugstore.com| Added on 06/23/08

Complete UVA/UVB Protection. Vitamin E & Aloe. All day moisture. * Antioxidant Vitamin E plus Aloe * SPF 15 * 100% Oil Free * 100% PABA Free * Light, Non-Greasy Formula * Non-Comedogenic (Won't clog pores) * Dermatologist Tested and Recommended New... See more more

Highlights: our price: $8.79

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My everyday moisturizer - offers me sun protection and makes my makeup go on smoothly.

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Mint Julep Masque

See this at: ulta.com| Added on 06/23/08

A fantastic home acne treatment, this mint julep masque is designed to dry up acne, rinse away blackheads, and shrink large pores, leaving your face clean and blemish free.

Highlights: Our Price: $3.29

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An excellent once-a-week or so masque. It smells like mint gum and leaves my face feeling clean and smooth. Plus, it does wonders as a spot treatment if left on overnight on a red, swollen zit. It brings the swelling down significantly and gets rid of most of, if not all, the redness. Plus, it's cheap and you get a ton. :)

i've heard so many great things about this cheap wonder

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NeoStrata Eye Cream - PHA...

See this at: amazon.com| Added on 06/20/08

Amazon.com: NeoStrata Eye Cream - PHA 4 0.5oz: Beauty

Highlights: Price: $26.00

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My favorite eye cream. Highly moisturizing and I can use it both in the mornings and night-time.Makes my under-eye concealer go on much more smoothly.

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Neutrogena Wave...

See this at: drugstore.com| Added on 06/20/08

Neutrogena Wave™ is water resistant and can be used at the sink or in the shower. It's as easy as brushing your teeth. How to use in three easy steps: * Simply attach a disposable pad to the attachment head. * Hold the power-cleanser under running... See more more

Highlights: our price: $12.59

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I was amazed with this little gadget.I have nice skin to begin with so I didn't think I really needed this. But after reading nothing but positive reviews, having an excellent coupon, and this being the "product of the week" I was supposed to sell to my customers, I decided to give it a try so I could at least talk intelligently about it.I was amazed how much makeup and dirt it picked up after I had washed my face with my cleanser alone. And it left my skin feeling really smooth as well. I've abandoned my Apricot Scrub entirely now because this does exfoliating so much better. Plus, my other products, like my moisturizer, seem to take a lot better now.It's a great addition to your skincare routine and it's really reasonably priced. The refill packs are no more expensive than your typical bottle of cleanser, after all.

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Purpose Gentle Cleansing...

See this at: drugstore.com| Added on 06/20/08

Give your days a Purpose. Dermatologists recommend this Gentle Cleansing Wash because its soap-free, oil-free formula is gentle, nondrying, and nonirritating. It quickly and effectively whisks away traces of the day with a creamy lather. You simply... See more more

Highlights: our price: $3.79

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My favorite cleanser ever. It's super gentle, leaves my face feeling clean, and it's cheap.Plus, if you can't find "Purpose", you can buy "Clean and Clear Foaming Wash for Sensitive Skin" which is the exact same formula (they're both produced by the same company).My only gripe is it doesn't travel very well as the pump refuses to stay closed. Definitely bag it separately in a ziploc bag or something if you do take it on a trip because it's almost guaranteed to come open and dribble a bit.

i never knew the clean & clear was the same formula... great tip!

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Hair
 
Suave Daily Clarifying...

See this at: drugstore.com| Added on 06/24/08

Suave® Daily Clarifying Shampoo. Bring out the natural beauty of your hair with this pH-balanced deep cleansing formula that helps remove residue without stripping moisture. yes to beautiful without paying the price. The Suave Promise: We guarantee... See more more

Highlights: our price: $3.49

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Even though it says "Daily", I'd recommend only using it once a week or so because this stuff is strong. It'll remove a week's worth of build-up in your hair of excess sebum, dirt, and styling products. It will strip your hair literally squeaky-clean, so it really should be followed up by a deep-conditioning treatment - like "Aussie's Three Minute Miracle" or "Garnier Fructis Fortifying Deep Conditioner 3 Minute Masque". Without the products and grease coating your it, your hair will really take the deep conditioner. You'll be amazed how it can bring your hair back to bouncy, beautiful life. Plus, it's super cheap - you can get it for a dollar and a few cents in some places - and that's the "family size".

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Aussie Moist 3 Min Deep...

See this at: aussie.com| Added on 06/24/08

Aussie´s 3 Min Deep Reconstructor offers deeply intense conditioning with Australian Aloe and Jojoba Oil fortifies damaged hair.

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An amazing, yet cheap, deep conditioning treatment. I use it about once a week right after I use a deep-cleaning shampoo so it really takes. It leaves my hair feeling super soft and super healthy.

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Farouk CHI 44 Iron Guard...

See this at: amazon.com| Added on 06/23/08

Amazon.com: Farouk CHI 44 Iron Guard Thermal Protection Spray 8.5oz: Health & Personal Care

Highlights: Price: $6.95

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Makes my straighter just glide over my hair and protects it from the heat. Doesn't leave my hair feeling sticky or weighed down either.

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Shikai Color Reflect...

See this at: drugstore.com| Added on 06/23/08

For all hair types and colors. * Hair becomes shinier, easier to manage and full-bodied. * This light, natural conditioner gives hair its daily dost of moisture with glycerin, panthenol, and shea butter. * Weightless body and shine with natural color... See more more

Highlights: our price: $8.19

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I had to order this online although the ladies at makeupalley.com say you find them at Whole Foods and Trader Joe's. But as I am stuck in a podunk of area of Texas with neither of those anywhere close, I had to order it. I really liked it though. I feel like it preserved my color better than other conditioners I'd used and left my hair feeling just as soft.

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Shikai Color Reflect...

See this at: drugstore.com| Added on 06/23/08

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Highlights: our price: $8.39

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I ordered this online along with the conditioner. It did a great job preserving my red color and it's hard to say, but it very well may have "enhanced" it as well. It left my hair feeling very clean and soft.The smells is definitely unique . . . hard to place. But it didn't bother me too much.

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Hair Care > Bedhead...

See this at: beautybay.com| Added on 06/23/08

Tigi Bedhead After Party is a lightweight smoothing cream with a fruit medley fragrance. Gets rid of night before smells, and smoothes fly away or static hair. Can be used on wet or dry hair.

Highlights: £11.69

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I was looking for a smoothing cream that I could use on dry hair as well as wet without it making it sticky or weighed down. This fit the bill perfectly and it smells great.

wow, I need somthing like that

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got2b 2 Sexy Voluptuous...

See this at: walgreens.com| Added on 06/23/08

* 4: Voluptuous Styles: * Volumize * Bodify * Shine * got2b 2 sexy Voluptuous Volume Mousse can add a boost of volume to any style for that foxy, I-made-no-effort-at-all-look. * Sex up your style with dramatic tousles and pumped up boudoir hair. *... See more more

Highlights: $5.99

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This mousse is cheap, but gives amazing results, even with my thick hair.The trick is to apply most of it directly at the roots while your hair is still wet. Comb it out to the roots just a bit, but you want most of it to be on your roots. Then you blowdry your hair mostly upside down using a round brush.It gives me a ton of volume and makes me feel like a supermodel. :)

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Shaving, Waxing, and other Hair Removal
 
Gillette Venus Embrace...

See this at: amazon.com| Added on 06/23/08

* 5 blades spaced closer together individually adjust to hug every curve for dramatically smoothskin * A Protective Ribbon of Moisture fully surrounding the cartridge for incredible smoothness * A new soft grip handle made of soft gel material that... See more more

Highlights: You Save: $1.74 (12%)

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Best razor I've used yet. I made the mistake of throwing out the little pod holder. Now I have to be sure not to leave the head of the razor laying directly on the tub or the silly moisture strips stick to the tile. But if I leave the razor on it's side, it's fine.

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Aveeno Positively Smooth...

See this at: drugstore.com| Added on 06/23/08

Helps You Shave Less Often. With Natural Soy. * Helps prevent nicks, cuts and razor bumps.. * Lightly Fragranced. Aveeno® Positively Smooth™ Shave Gel naturally helps you shave less often and helps prevent shaving irritation, so your skin stays... See more more

Highlights: our price: $3.99

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I just couldn't stand skintimate or the cheap stuff after I used this one. It really does let you get a closer shave and leaves my legs feeling softer.

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Parissa Quick & Easy...

See this at: drugstore.com| Added on 06/23/08

Quick & Easy Wax Strips for Face & Bikini (ready-to-use) * Quick Strips- are studio waxed and pH balanced for fast, pro-style hair removal. * Azulene Oil- with vitamin E soothes, moisturizes, boosts cell regeneration, delays hair regrowth & prevents... See more more

Highlights: our price: $7.99

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Finally, a wax that is simple and works at a decent price.To use these strips, you warm one by rubbing it between your palms and then you peel off the backing. Pull your skin taut, press the sticky side on the hairy area, and then rip quick against the growth of the hair. They grab almost all of it so you don't have to suffer long, plus it comes with a little vial of Azulene Oil to soothe your skin and prevent regrowth.

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Make-Up
 
Loreal Colour Riche...

See this at: ulta.com| Added on 06/23/08

The first choice in luxury lipcolor, Colour Riche is deep, luminous color in a weightless, creamy texture. Dewy, botanical formulations moisturize, condition, and last for hours without flaking or splitting.

Highlights: Our Price: $6.99 Sale Price: $4.99 You Save: 28%

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Another of my favorite lipsticks. It comes in a variety of beautiful, strong colors. My two I have is: Sienna, a very neutral brown, like my natural lips, only better! One of my favorites Sunset Red, the first red that looks good on me because it's more a "brick" red. It makes me feel like a 1940's movie star

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Milani Lipstick

See this at: walgreens.com| Added on 06/23/08

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I really can't say enough about Milani products in general. They have the product I have ever seen, bar none. It is hard to find affordable lipstick nowadays, and Milani beats some bigger brand... See more more

Highlights: Price $3.79

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Very nice lipstick. They're cheap and have lots of pretty colors, although they smell a bit like artificial grape. I have two colors: Copper Kettle, a bright copper I use as a highlight South Beach, a beautiful reddish brown, one of my favorites

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Loreal Long Wearing...

See this at: ulta.com| Added on 06/23/08

Description: Rich, long-lasting pigments are combined with moisturizing emollients to create L'Oreal's Endless Lipstick. See More Details

Highlights: Our Price: $9.59

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One of my other favorite lipsticks. They really are long-lasting, but can be drying if I wear them several days in a row. I have two colors: Shimmering Copper, a sparkly copper color Boundless Bronze, a sparkly brownish bronze, one of my favorites

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Revlon Colorstay Lipstick

See this at: revlon.com| Added on 06/23/08

ColorStay 12 Hour Eye Shadow™ Quad Silky smooth powder shadow with SoftFlex® Comfort Technology won’t crease or smudge for up to 12 hours. Color coordinated quads provide expert mix and match ability. Get Product » ColorStay® Lipliner Updated... See more more

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It's a great lipstick for the price. I have several colors: Silvercity Pink, which is a great highlighter pink Smokey Rose, a flattering rose for me Goldpearl Plum, a flattering plum for me with the subtle gold undertone Sandstorm, a reddish copper, very pretty

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Revlon ColorStay Lipliner...

See this at: amazon.com| Added on 06/23/08

Ingredients Ozokerite, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dicalcium Phosphate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Polyethylene, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Tocopherol, Propylene Carbonate, Sorbic... See more more

Highlights: You Save: $2.29 (14%)

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An excellent liner. I bought it in clear, since that means I can wear it with anything.

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Revlon Cream De La Chrome...

See this at: walgreens.com| Added on 06/23/08

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend This lipstick/gloss goes on so smoothly and lasts most of the day without drying out your lips. The colors are gorgeous and I love the shine. Was this review helpful to you? Yes/No- You may also... See more more

Highlights: Price $9.99

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One of the my favorite glosses. I haven't tried the other colors, but I have "Gilt Complex", a subtle gold, and I've found that dotting just a little on my cupid's bow has an amazing effect. It really gives my lips dimension and it's a very flattering color for me.

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Loreal Naturale Mascara

See this at: ulta.com| Added on 06/21/08

Lightweight mascara ensures long, defined lashes. Voluminous Naturale Mascara by L¿Oréal glides on each lash smoothly and evenly to enhance fullness. Built-in Clean Sweep Brush System wipes each bristle so lashes are even and clump-free. Smudgeproof,... See more more

Highlights: Our Price: $6.89

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I loved the original Voluminous mascara, but I like this one even better because it doesn't tend to flake as bad for me.

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Sephora: Urban Decay...

See this at: sephora.com| Added on 06/21/08

Packaged in a precious, genie-like bottle, Eyeshadow Primer Potion is an ultra-sheer, totally nude eye base that glides on with the wave of a wand and then disappears instantly. It's the ultimate eye prep for smoother, longer-lasting, crease-proof... See more more

Highlights: $15

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My favorite make-up of all is eyeshadow. I have a whole spectrum of different colors. So I used to get really frustrated when it would crease or wear off entirely through the day.But using this as a base, my eye shadow stays put - even if it is my little cheapies from the drugstore. It's worth it to put a little extra in to buy this because it's well worth it to be able to wear cheaper eye shadows in more colors.Just be wary of the packaging, it isn't very well-designed. In order to get all the product you paid for, you'll eventually have to crack it open. Check out what I mean, here.

Wow, how fun,I for sure like to try this

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Sonia Kashuk® Hidden...

See this at: target.com| Added on 06/20/08

Sonia Kashuk® Hidden Agenda Concealer Set

Highlights: $9.99

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The first concealer that's really worked for me. You get three colors of concealer: a light tan, a darker tan, a greenish tan, and the last pan has a yellowish setting powder. I use the green to cover red blemishes, the lighter color to conceal normal colored blemishes, and the darker color on my under-eye circles. Once I set it with the powder and blend it, it looks very natural.One package has lasted me for months and months. It's a great buy.

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Sonia Kashuk® Deluxe...

See this at: target.com| Added on 06/20/08

Sonia Kashuk® Deluxe Travel Brush Set

Highlights: $19.99

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I started with this set and then later bought a powder brush, blush brush, and eyeliner brush separately. They're excellent for the price. I'll probably invest in some fancier ones later, but for a broke college student these were perfect.

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TruBlend Powder...

See this at: covergirl.com| Added on 06/20/08

Stay true wherever you go. TruBlend Powder Foundation combines the flawless coverage of a liquid foundation with a perfectly portable compact. And since TruBlend matches 97% of skin tones, it's simple to find your perfect shade.

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A powder that matches my skintone really well and looks very natural once it's set. I find that it's also the drugstore powder that gives me the most product for my money.I wear the lightest shade.

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Neutrogena Healthy Skin...

See this at: drugstore.com| Added on 06/20/08

Healthy Skin Enhancer combines a vitamin-infused Retinol treatment to smooth fine lines, the protection of SPF 20 moisturizer and sheer, lightweight tint in a single application. Made in USA of Domestic and Foreign Components Questions? 800-480-4812... See more more

Highlights: our price: $11.29

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A sheer foundation that evens out my skintone, which suits me well because I don't need a whole lot of coverage. Plus, I like the sun protection.I love the pump, it's a little pricey, but one bottle lasts me for months.

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Exaggerate Full Colour...

See this at: ulta.com| Added on 06/20/08

Rimmel Exaggerate is a soft-textured, automatic lip liner that delivers rich color and precise definition.

Highlights: Our Price: $5.50

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Excellent, cheap liners. I have a variety of colors of these:Eastland Snob, Ravish, Addiction, and Spice.I've shelled out for the clear Revlon one, but these rival in quality and allow me to experiment with more colors, more cheaply.

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M·A·C...

See this at: maccosmetics.com| Added on 06/20/08

A unique lip gloss available in a wide variety of colours that can create a high gloss, glass-like finish or a subtle sheen. Designed to be worn on its own, over Lip Pencil or Lipstick, Tinted Lipglass is the perfect product for creating shine that... See more more

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My favorite lip gloss ever! It really stays put, has lots and lots of sparkle to it, and smells vanilla-ey. I don't mind shelling out the extra cash because it's well worth it. I have it in just plain lustrewhite - a mostly clear gloss with lots of glitter - so I can wear it over any lipcolor. If I had the cash, I wouldn't mind trying other colors though.

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Physicians Formula -...

See this at: physiciansformula.co...| Added on 06/20/08

Shimmer Strips Custom Bronzer, Blush & Eye Shadow * All shades blend together for the ultimate glamorous, tan glow. * Use all over face as a Bronzer, sweep over cheeks as a Blush or use each individual shade as an Eye Shadow. * Silky smooth texture... See more more

Highlights: (Sunset Strip/Bronzer) $11.95 | add to my list Shimmer Strips Custom Bronzer, Blush & Eye Shadow

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I love how versatile this is. I have the Waikiki set. By far my favorite way to wear it is as gold eyeshadow though - I sometimes use three different colors (medium over the lid, lightest towards the inside of my eye, darkest in the crease) to really give my eyes definition.

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this is such a great list!! I was a Business Management Intern at Walgreens last summer so I spent a week training as a Beauty Advisor and that was my favorite part of the entire internship lol

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