8 Pros Cons of Drugstore Makeup ...

By Heather

8 Pros  Cons of Drugstore Makeup ...

Drugstore makeup can honestly be really good, but do you know all of the pros and cons of drugstore makeup? I typically focus on the pros, but let's talk about the cons a little bit! These are my top 8 pros and cons of drugstore makeup that might make you think twice before putting down your money on something at the drugstore!

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Pro: Less Expensive

I think one of the biggest things to take away from my list of pros and cons of drugstore makeup is that drugstore makeup is way less expensive than the typical makeup from a department store. Remember, if you are trying to save your pennies, it might be worth it to invest in drugstore makeup. Drugstore makeup is also really good for people that are beginning their journey of the perfect makeup.

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Con: Not a Lot of Pigment

When you are looking for eye shadow that will really stay on all day, or lipstick that will really stain your lips, it's not always going to be found in the drugstore. A lot of drugstore makeup doesn't have a whole lot of pigments. What is a pigment? It's the color that keeps your eye shadow bright and your lips brilliant and colorful.

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Pro: Don't Have to Go to a Specialty Store

Another great pro about drugstore makeup is the fact that you don't have to go to a specialty store. No Sephora for you! Instead, you can head right down to your local CVS or Walgreens and you'll be able to find exactly what you are looking for.

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Con: Doesn't Last as Long

There are a lot of myths around this one and truthfully, I don't know exactly what is right. Maybelline for me is something that last a while – minus the eye shadow. I would go with, the cheaper the makeup is to buy, the less likely chance it is going to last as long as the expensive makeup.

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Pro: There Are Good Brands

There are some fantastic drugstore brands out there that really do stay put and look amazing. Maybelline is one of my favorites. I swear, all of my makeup in my bag has something to do with Maybelline, but hey, that's just me. What's your favorite drugstore makeup brand?

UPD:

Indeed, it's not just Maybelline that hits the sweet spot; brands like NYX and e.l.f. Cosmetics have also stepped up their game. Fellow makeup lovers in our community rave about the L'Oreal Infallible series and can't get enough of Wet n Wild's highlighters that give some high-end competitors a run for their money. And let’s not forget Milani with their blushes that could easily be mistaken for luxury products. With drugstore brands upping their quality, staying fabulous on a budget has never been easier! So, spill the tea – which brand can you not live without?

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Con: Can Look Cakey

It is true. A lot of drugstore makeup can look cakey, it just all depends on exactly what you buy and your skin type and exactly what works for you. Drugstore makeup can look flawless on some people. I just think it all depends on what you buy and how much you put on!

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Pro: Readily Available

Like I said, you won't ever have to go to a specialty store to grab any of your makeup if you dip into drugstore makeup, but it's also super easy to get. You can honestly get really good drugstore makeup anywhere! I get mine at Target usually, just because the price is better.

UPD:

Additionally, drugstore makeup is often found in the same places you do your regular shopping. From supermarkets to pharmacies, you’re likely to find a makeup aisle brimming with options. This convenience means you can pick up a new lipstick or mascara on a whim while running errands or shopping for household necessities. It’s the simplicity and accessibility that adds to the appeal. Even when traveling, you can easily find a local drugstore to replace anything you've forgotten, making it a go-to choice for many looking for quick beauty fixes.

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Con: No Guidance

When you go to a department store, typically have you someone that is right at the counter, willing to guide you into the right purchases and what will look great on your skin tone. You don't have that at the drugstore. Although, you also don't have pushy, pushy makeup counter peeps trying to get you to buy something either. It all depends on how you look at it!

While I favor drugstore makeup over expensive makeup anyway, if I had an unlimited budget? Who knows what'd I'd do with it! So girls, what other pros and cons do you have? Give it up!

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Where Thoughts and Opinions Converge

Pros of going to a MAC counter or anywhere else where there is someone to help you and for you to speak to about what your looking for and what kinda skin you have and really breaking down what the perfect foundation-powder-primer is for you can only push you in the right direction. Even if you don't want to spend money on it asking for a sample and learning about what's best from you from some one who is trained and this is their passion can only benefit you. Standing in a drug store trying to figure it out is tough and can be discouraging. It's nice to have help and find the right stuff for you.

Another con about drugstore makeup is that way more brands test on animals and all the biggest brands do. Another con for me specifically is no drugstore make up has foundation to match my pale warm skin tone. Or even just to match my paleness.

I usually but Drugstore makeup I love Essence,Covergirl,Rimmel London and Revlon every brand has its hits and misses

I truly agree!! I hate lightly pigmented eyeshadows and i find it difficult to find pigmented eyeshadows in drugstores.

There's a lot to learn about drugstore products! Some of the things are way better than department stores. I used to work at Clinique and after using bunches of different makeup from there and the surrounding makeup counters I've def learned that just because it has a name and a price tag doesn't mean it's gonna be good. Revlon makes amazing products and so does milani. The loreal telescopic mascara is my hg for my eyelashes. And trust me I've tried a TON of different mascaras.

@Sara Jelley Thanks :)

I can't tell you how many 50$ foundations I've bought to realize loreal liquid true match w3 is my all time fav...10$ over 50$? Umm yea

Some expensive brands can look just as cakey including the one everybody loves MAC

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