I’ve been on a drugstore beauty kick lately, and here are some of my favorite gems of the summer so far.
- A Brown Girl’s Guide to Self-Tanning
“As someone with a built-in tan, I’ve never had a reason to venture into the world of self-tanners … until now. I’d like to smooth out my skin tone and make everything a similar shade, so I put together some research to aid my cause.” - Vaseline Aloe Fresh Protecting Lotion with SPF 15 and Sunny Tiburon Afternoons
“It definitely feels moisturizing (not sticky or greasy) without leaving a film, and I love the fact that it doesn’t smell like sunscreen; instead, I think it smells just like it should (like fresh cut aloe Vera). On top of everything else, it’s priced right, costing a third less than Aveeno ($8 vs. $12).” - CoverGirl Exact Eyelights Eye Brightening Liner Keeps Going and Going…
“I’ve been wearing Exact Eyelights all weekend long, and if you don’t throw one in your basket on your next trip to Walgreens, I may have to come over to wherever you are and shake you silly. :)” - Do $8 Sonia Kashuk Velvety Shine Lip Crayons Give the $22 Bobbi Brown Lip Crayons a Run for Their Money?
“I’m totally in love with Pale Pink; it’s almost twins with Bobbi Brown’s Posey, which I wore a few days ago in my look for Ivy League. Makeup and Beauty Blog Rating: A-to-the-PLUS!” - Are the New Sonia Kashuk Ultra Shine Sheer Lip Glosses Dupes for Chanel Aqualumiere Glossimers?
“If somebody blindfolded me, slicked the new Sonia Kashuk Ultra Shine Sheer Formula Lip Gloss ($9) on my pucker and then asked me to guess which gloss I was wearing, I would guess an expensive Glossimer from Chanel.” - Mad Moisture Meets Sun Protection: Aveeno Active Naturals Daily Moisturizing Lotion with Sunscreen
“…Active Naturals feels much more moisturizing to me than usual for a drugstore lotion with SPF. With most of them my skin starts looking scaly and feeling tight within a few hours, but when I apply it in the morning before work, Active Naturals keeps my skin soft well into the evening.” - Diamond 12-Hour Lip Treatment: Drugstore Lipgloss Therapy
“These glosses are like non-stick, vanilla-scented (but no taste) drugstore versions of MAC Lipglass. Each tube packs may-jah color and shine, delivering added moisture as well, and they last for hours on my lips without budging one bit.”
I’m a little bummed the weekend’s almost over, girls. They never seem long enough, ya know?
Did you do anything fun? I had a pretty good day. I went to dance class early this morning, spent a couple hours working and then went to see The Time Traveler’s Wife.
I loved the book and wanted to see the film even though it got kinda panned by critics (Rottentomatoes 36%). I’m glad I did, too, because I think it absolutely does justice to the book — both sad and happy at the same time.
Enjoy the last few hours of the weekend. Have a great night (are you watching True Blood?). 🙂
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Marmar says
August 16th, 2009 at 9:37 pmOooooo speaking of drugstore finds, have you found your way into Victoria’s Secret lately? The new Christian Siriano and Sexy make-up lines are FABFRIGGINTASTIC. I am so in love with all the new colours, designs and products- there’s even a wonderful eye concealer kit that actually works over my tan. The Christian line is so glam and so inexpensive- the shadows are totally wearable and the colour combos are gorgeous. As far as cheap make-up goes, I was really surprised how high quality their new lines are for the price.
.-= Marmar’s last blog post… Christian Siriano ♥’s VS =-.
Karen says
August 17th, 2009 at 8:56 amHi Marmar,
I’ve seen pics but haven’t tried it in person. What’s your favorite item out of the line?
Dao says
August 17th, 2009 at 7:46 amOoh, this is a good guide. Since the economy went kaboom, my only source of makeup comes from the drugstore. I get too lazy to order online and wait for the boxes to come. I’ll look into the new CG eye shadows soon 🙂
.-= Dao’s last blog post… Sunday Beauty Reads =-.
Karen says
August 17th, 2009 at 8:58 amHi Dao,
I like drugstore makeup for the instant (and affordable) gratification too.
Stef says
August 17th, 2009 at 8:07 amUgh, I have Fridays off and my weekend’s STILL aren’t long enough! Sunday nights I’m still moping around the house.
No True Blood for me, I’m Team Mad Men!
.-= Stef’s last blog post… Win a $50 gift card from BeautyTicket.com! =-.
Karen says
August 17th, 2009 at 8:58 amHi Stef,
Hmm, I’ve got to check out that show one of these days.
You gotta get on the True Blood train, girl! Vampires 4-evah!
Michelle (LipstickRules) says
August 17th, 2009 at 11:54 amI have ‘taped’ this week’s episode. I can’t wait!
I am on Team Eric now!
.-= Michelle (LipstickRules)’s last blog post… RANT: Product reviews and honesty =-.
All Women Stalker says
August 17th, 2009 at 12:52 pmWill be watching True Blood sooooon! Cannot wait. 🙂
-meream
.-= All Women Stalker’s last blog post… 10 Best Body Lotions … =-.
Kajal Couture says
August 17th, 2009 at 6:31 pmSundays are always so sad because you know Monday is just around the corner. Anyways thanks for the tips, it’s hard sometime to use bronzer when you are already tan.
.-= Kajal Couture’s last blog post… Giveaway!!!! – The Sweet 15 Kit =-.
Marisol says
August 17th, 2009 at 8:00 pmomg how great was True Blood last night?!?! I am still Team Eric all the way but I am so sick of Maryann.
I really want to see the movie although I haven’t yet read the book.
.-= Marisol’s last blog post… Shopping is my middle name =-.
gn. says
August 17th, 2009 at 9:38 pmIt’s funny how there in the States, they want to get a tan…while here in Asia, being “white” is the in thing. Haha.
Oh, and last night’s episode of True Blood has got to be the best. EVER. *sigh* Still leaves me drooling.
Mercedes says
August 18th, 2009 at 8:10 amI absolutely loved this book too. It is one of my top 5! And I was worried about the movie as well, but I thought it was great. Ughh such a great story!!! 🙂