8 Celebrity Makeup Artists’ Favorite Drugstore Beauty Finds

By Dianna Mazzone
Updated Jun 29, 2016 @ 12:00 pm
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There’s no better feeling than scoring a budget beauty product so good, you’d have willingly dropped double—no, triple—what you actually paid. In celebration of such wallet-friendly victories, we asked eight top makeup pros to spill the under-$10 products that have earned a permanent place in their kits.

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L’Oréal Paris 24-Hour Infallible Lacquer Liner

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$9
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"This formula is great for that high-intensity lacquered finish—perfect for an exaggerated cat eye. But what I love most about it is that you can diffuse it to create a smokey eye, too. It glides on smoothly, and when it sets, it doesn’t move. It really does last 24 hours!” —Kira Nasrat

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Neutrogena Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes 

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"Not only are these wipes super-moisturizing, but they remove all traces of makeup. These are great to use after the gym for a quick refresh, or at night before you wash your face.” —Daniel Chinchilla

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E.l.f. Moisturizing Lipstick in Coral Cutie

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$3
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"I love these because they’re creamy, but long-wearing. They go on so smoothly, and they don't dry out your lips.” —Mai Quynh

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Hard Candy Look Pro! Ultimate Contour & Sculpt Kit 

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$8
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"If you're still afraid to try contouring, or if you're an expert and want an all-in-one palette, this has all the products you need to prime, bronze, highlight, strobe, and everything in-between.” —Andrew Sotomayor

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 Revlon Foundation Brush 

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"I have about five of Revlon’s new brushes in my kit, and their foundation brush is a must-have. The synthetic bristles are super soft so cream or liquid face makeup goes on smoothly for a natural finish. And, after I've applied powder, I like to sweep the brush over the face to blend it in.” —Andrew Sotomayor

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Neutrogena MoistureSmooth Color Stick in Classic Nude

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“This line has shades to flatter anyone. The formula keeps your lips looking soft and supple without being too glossy. It's the perfect texture for effortless lip color. I kid you not, every time I use this, my client asks me what it is!” —Allan Avendano

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Revlon ColorBurst Balm Stain in Crush 

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“I love this lightweight balm-stain for summer. It's a beautiful, rich wine color, but wears to the perfect lip stain. For a more natural finish, I also love the shade Honey. It’s an easy, no-fuss product!” —Daniel Chinchilla

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Burt’s Bees Lipstick in Iced Iris

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"All of Burt’s Bees lipsticks are amazing! I love the shade range, and I find them to be really moisturizing with great coverage.” —Georgie Eisdell

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L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Original Mascara

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“This is the best drugstore mascara by far. It give the lashes amazing volume yet doesn’t run or smudge.” —Georgie Eisdell

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Aquaphor Healing Ointment

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"I have little tubes of Aquaphor all over the place because I can't be without it. It softens lips and cuticles, gives a pretty gloss to lids and cheeks, and I even pat it on top of my eye cream at bedtime for extra-hydration.” —Jenny Patinkin

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Smith’s Rosebud Salve 

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"This balm is completely multi-purpose. It can be used to dab on lids for a dewy look, or smudged with eyeliner for a rock'n'roll vibe.” —Kim Bower

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NYX Rouge Cream Blush in Natural

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$6
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“These blushes come in the most gorgeous range of neutrals and are so highly pigmented that you only need a tiny little dab.” —Jenny Patinkin

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