Buying skincare and make up at drugstore can be quite tricky. The lighting was so harsh/almost impossible to review certain color such as foundation and usually these stores do not provide take home samples.
However, I believe that there are a lot of excellent products in drugstore waiting to be explored, and I do find a few things, which sometimes could be a real dupe, and even better than high end brands! Here is my take on drugstore best buys!
1. Bioderma Crealine H2O
One of the best cleanser ever! It takes off make up without feeling icky or oily. Plus, it does not sting into my eyes, so it's very good to use. The micellar water really do wonders as cleanser and toner.
2. Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum
It is the first foundation that I use since the first time I am into make-up, which is 3 years ago. The foundation has a gel characteristics, and spreads easily and evenly to face. The coverage is light/medium but it's buildable. I never look cakey when I use this, and this foundation has a soft fragrance that evaporates quickly. Some says it's a dupe for Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua, but... I think this foundation has speak for it self. The downside is, in Indonesia, there are only 3 colors: no 51, 52, and 53. I use number 53, a light beige color. I believe they should import more shades here since it's too good to be passed on. Available at Watsons, Guardian or other department stores. Price: Rp 264.000
3. Wet n Wild Coverall Foundation
Another foundation gem in drugstore counter. I think Wet n Wild products have a more neutral base, so the foundations are not looking too yellow-y. Being gel-ish, this foundation spread easily to my skin, but make sure to use moisturizer first! This medium to full cover foundation can be a bit patchy for people with dry skin. Always use a setting powder, otherwise, this will wear off pretty quick. The shade in this foundation unfortunately is quite limited too.
Available at Watsons, Guardian or other department stores. Price: Rp. 99.000.
4. Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick
Seriously, this is lipstick done right. Pigmentation is good, nice vanilla fragrance, with just the right balm-y texture. It's semi matte and it does not feel dry on my lips. The color range is quite formidable..
5. Maybelline Liquid Dream Mousse Foundation
This pump-bottled foundation is really good. Blend beautifully into skin and the texture is just right.
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