Sephora might be the utmost destination for all things beauty-related, but it's a mistake to overlook the usefulness of a well-stocked drugstore. There are loads of quality products tucked away in those seemingly endless aisles of merchandise -- you just need to know what to look for. Here are my main staples from the pharmacy :)
Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash -- Safe to say, I'm in an extremely committed relationship with this product. It has such a clean, subtle smell, and it's rich, creamy texture feels pretty damn luxurious for something from the drugstore.
Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water -- If forced to choose, I think this stuff is my favorite skincare product of all time. It can be used as a cleanser, toner, or eye makeup remover, and is generally fabulous at getting rid of face grime lol. Plus, the brand comes from France, so you know it's faaancy ;)
PIXI Glow Tonic (5% Glycolic Acid) -- Welcome to the world of chemical exfoliants! Glow Tonic serves as an excellent bridge between cleanser and moisturizer -- basically stepping in to replace your toner. The gentle formula gives me such soft skin and helps even out my complexion. (Full disclosure: I like to alternate between this product and the slightly more potent version from The Ordinary.)
L'Oréal Original Voluminous Mascara -- L'Oréal's super no-frills mascara works as well as any upscale product I've ever tried. In fact, this is the best dupe I've found for my once-cherished Lancôme Hypnôse Drama (at a sliver of the price). The brush bristles are chunky and the formula is perfectly tacky -- combine both these qualities, you have a mascara that really grips and coats every freakin' lash.
Nivea 24h Soothing Care Lip Balm (with SPF 15) -- Smooth, hydrating, long-lasting, with sun protection, and super affordable. It smells nice, too. I dare you to find me a better basic chapstick under three dollars.
Batiste Original Clean & Classic Dry Shampoo -- There's a reason this product is so well-known. I searched for a basic dry shampoo forever. Some made my hair fall out. Others reeked of synthetic florals or baby powder. The rest plain ol' didn't work. At my hairdresser's suggestion, I eventually tried Batiste... and never looked back. Okay, the scent could be more subtle, but I forgive that misstep because the product really zaps away oil without leaving any weird texture on the hair and scalp.
Simple Kind to Skin Cleansing Wipes -- Look, these are a better-than-nothing solution for when you really, really, REALLY can't be bothered to wash your face before bed. Good to have them stashed away for those exact moments. I just wouldn't rely on them for a super thorough cleanse (or even everyday use).
La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL -- I've raved about this sunscreen before. My feelings have yet to waver :)
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