Before we get into the thick of things, today's post is a collaboration with lovely Anjelique. Anjelique and I met eachother around a year ago at a Lancome event and that night we clicked like besties. We've only seen each other a couple times since, but let me tell you, she's definitely one of the nicest and bubbliest people I've met through blogging. Definitely head over to her blog here. But in particular, click here to see her Five Drugstore Makeup Gems. Here's a sneak peak into Anjelique's favourites.

To start off with my favourites let's be a bit different and begin with eyes because I feel like I always leave eyes to the end of my posts. Oh and a bit of background information, I have extremely oily eyelids so 99% of products do not work for me, but these two are magical.


The best Setting / Translucent powder I have ever used is the Nude by Nature Mineral Finishing Veil*. By no means is it the cheapest powder from the drugstore, but wow is it great. I've been using this almost since I began wearing makeup and I have tried many alternatives, but always go back. It's one of those products that gives your makeup a veil or an amazing photoshop screen and sets everything in place. It is completely underrated and I don't know why people don't talk about it? It feels like I'm the only one who ever mentions it. It's so accessible and amazing for my oily skin. If you have dry skin you'd be glad to know it doesn't cling to dry spots either.

There's a bit of urgency about these next two products. If they sound like they're for you, try get into Priceline as soon as possible to pick them up because their brands are being chopped out of Priceline stores. Yes, sadly, Face of Australia and Maxfactor are leaving Priceline to make room for NYX and a few other brands.

Maxfactor Face Finity All Day Primer is another product that isn't new to you. In fact, I'm certain that you've seen all of these products on my blog before. Anyhoo, this primers fantastic. I have oily skin and it feels quite moisturising which might make some of you other oily skinned makeup lovers worried, but don't be. It's an incredible base and every foundation that I use on top makes my skin look really healthy. There is a slight SPF so that's always a great thing for the day time. I have also used this at night time many times and have had no problems at all when it comes to flashback. A few of my friends with dry and normal skin also love this primer. It's definitely suitable for all skin types.



The Face Of Australia Glamazon Duo* has been a favourite of mine for years. As you can see, I've used it a lot. This is one of the first products I've decently hit pan on. The contour shade is stunning. It's perfect for anyone with a medium skin tone because it isn't orange, too light, or too dark. I'm in love with the highlighter side too because it reminds me of Mac Soft and Gentle, but the formula is much smoother. I love using Benefit Watts Up and then this highlighter on top. I recently wore it to a L'Oreal event and got compliments for my poppin' highlight. You 100% need this in your life.

What are a couple of your drugstore makeup gems?
Have you used any of these products before?

*Products marked with an asterisk have been provided for editorial consideration. For more information, please read my disclaimer.



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One product that has remained an absolute holy grail for me is the Nude By Nature Mineral Finishing Veil*. No matter what translucent or setting powder I end up falling in love with, I somehow always come back to this one. In my opinion, it's the best that you can find in the 'drugstore' and I'm sure that it is much better than many other high end options.

For those of you who have just stumbled across my blog, I have the oiliest of oily skin.

Before application

After application

2 hours after application 

4 hours after application

7 hours after application

Straight after application, it is definitely easy to see that this product does create a little bit of a white cast. However, if you are truly as oily as I am, you can also see that the natural oils come through during the day and help the powder settle into a colour more true. This product doesn't stop the oil, but it really does help it look better throughout the day. Instead of looking like an oily mess, it helps make it look more like a subtle dew.

Considering that I have very oily skin and the most oil is concentrated around my nose, this is a really good setting powder. In comparison to my other powders, this one definitely keeps my face the most non-oily after a few hours of use. Additionally, I didn't blot throughout the 7 hour duration.

Perhaps if you have dry skin or have a darker skintone, this might not be the powder for you. However, if you have normal to oily skin and a lighter skin tone (or don't mind a little bit of white over cast especially at the beginning) this is definitely for you.

Have you tried this product? Did it work for you, or not?

*Products marked with an asterisk have been provided for editorial consideration. For more information, please read my disclaimer.

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