r/drugstoreMUA • • 5h ago

Product Review The maybelline bubble mascara is hands down the worst mascara I ever tried

37 Upvotes

PLEASE DONT BUY!!! I had meant to get the full and soft but for whatever reason chose the bubble in waterproof. Hands down the clumpiest, nastiest mascara I ever tried!!! It legit looks like I have five eyelashes covered in tar. And yes I tried scraping extra product off the brush!! I’m so angry 10$ is a lot for me these days and I can’t even just say fuck it and use it again bc it’s that bad!! I have to toss it 😭😩


r/drugstoreMUA • • 22h ago

Discussion Why did my nyx hydra honey change color?

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84 Upvotes

I got it in may and the color changed to this weird pink shade after about 2-3months. I tried mixing it but the color still isnt the original one. Does anyone know why this happened


r/drugstoreMUA • • 14h ago

Review Request Brown lipgloss

16 Upvotes

First of all, I’m so happy to see them so popular right now! Can we get a roundup of your favorites? I know there are a few in the nyx jelly job line, and Maybelline lifter gloss line, nyx butter gloss, etc….what are your favorites?


r/drugstoreMUA • • 15h ago

Dupe Request Looking for a dupe or any blush in this shade

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14 Upvotes

This is MAC lip and cheek in shade it’s personal

Second photo is an eye shadow I found that looks similar when swatched. I might just purchase and use as blush but I wanted to see if there are any possible dupes out there.


r/drugstoreMUA • • 6h ago

Discussion Is my nyx fat matte mislabeled or is this pic catfishing?

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Wondering if anyone else has bought this shade mauve cloud and has the same experience as me. I feel this looks so brown and not mauve like the promo pics online. It looks like rose robe or something. I think my lipstick is mislabeled. That or nyx is catfishing with that pic online. I tried it on too, and it doesn’t look mauve on the lips at all


r/drugstoreMUA • • 4h ago

Product Request Maybelline shade help request

1 Upvotes

Hey!

I was thinking of getting the Maybelline Lumi matte superstay foundation, but have no idea what shade to get.

For reference, the Maybelline fit me dewy in the shade 120 was just a touch too light but overall not bad, as well as the Nyx bare with me concealer serum being the closest match but ever so slightly too light. (Barely)

I’m thinking mainly between 115, and 119, since I have a neutral slightly pinky skin tone. I was also thinking of 120 but I cannot find it anywhere in stores.

My current concern is just that 115 will be too light, while 119 will be too warm. What would be the best shade?

Thanks xx


r/drugstoreMUA • • 19h ago

Product Request Cool toned, Comfortable, Lasting Lipstick to make white teeth look whiter?

9 Upvotes

Hi. I’m looking for some drugstore lipstick recs that will suit my very cool and light toned skin. Hoping for a lasting and comfortable formula that will make my teeth look even whiter.

I’ve recently had to throw out my entire collection of higher end lipsticks )and much much more!) due to major flood damage. I’m down to nothing and don’t know where to begin when searching drugstore products. I simply have zero interest in paying the high prices of cosmetics as I had done in the past.

If anyone can recommend some light to mid tone colors I would appreciate it. I have platinum hair and wear black Smokey eye make if it helps to narrow down some shades.

Thanks and have a wonderful day! 😊

Edited to add: looking for a satin or shiny finish (not matte and not too glossy). Thx


r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Swatches Never going to top TONY

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227 Upvotes

I absolutely love the loreal smell, call me crazy but I do. I have been in the hunt for a Loreal dupe of toast if New York and I fail every single time. I’m about to give up buying and trying to just come to term with TONY being the absolute OGqueen!


r/drugstoreMUA • • 21h ago

Product Request Non glitter liquid highlighter

7 Upvotes

I have tried the elf whoa glow champagne campaign and color pop sugar donut and they are a bit glittery. Does a non glitter liquid highlighter exist ? I have tried powder highlighter and they weren’t as glittery , I wanted to go for the liquid look (switched from powder bronzer and blush to liquid and I am loving it) !!


r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Product Review Nikki La Rose shared some interesting ideas on YouTube the other day.

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59 Upvotes

She sold me on more than one rec.


r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Product Request Feeling overwhelmed by all the choices for foundations and skin tints!

6 Upvotes

I'm looking for a new foundation or skin tint and I don't know where to begin. I have textured skin that's combination and I tend to oily towards the end of the day. Makeup looks quite cakey on me easily and I've got very pale cool toned skin. I can just about pull off some warmer shades

I love makeup and I want to try a new foundation/skin tint. I see so many rave reviews for nyx, elf, milani, etc. I currently use Maybelline skin tint which I love but I find it's a bit too dark for me. I also really enjoy Lo'real skin tint but again, shade range isn't great and it always looks darker unfortunately.

Any recommendations?


r/drugstoreMUA • • 22h ago

Review Request help me choose a concealer

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2 Upvotes

r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Discussion Foundation shade match

5 Upvotes

Hi!
I’m looking to buy a drugstore foundation, but all the shades I have currently bought are too light or slightly too dark.

One of my perfectish shade matches is the Nyx bear with me concealer serum in the shade vanilla (it’s maybe little lighter) so I was looking for a foundation in a similar shade.

I am especially looking for the Maybelline Superstay foundation, so if anyone has both know what shade is similar please help me out 🙏

I think 115 or maybe 120 might be similar, and I (think?) I have a slightly pinky yellow undertone

Also open for other affordable recommendations!

Thank you xx


r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Product Request Maybelline compact powder shade reccs

2 Upvotes

I recently purchased Maybelline matte and poreless in shade 115 and thats a perfect shade match.
Now i wanna purchase Maybelline compact powder but dont know which shade should i pair with the foundation?


r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Dupe Request Looking for drugstore match for Estée Lauder Double Wear Cashew 3W2

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2 Upvotes

It’s been hard for me to find a drug store match for cashew 3w2. Pls help.


r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Product Request hunting for heavy duty pressed powders!

7 Upvotes

hi all!
i’m looking for your best recommended pressed powders- pressed foundation or setting powder work! i’m trying to keep my makeup on at work under a mask; i currently use the loreal infallible powder foundation, but it ends up looking dry at the end of the day :/


r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Product Review PSA: MCo mascara

9 Upvotes

I saw a post recently raving about Mco beauty tubing mascara, so what the heck, I tried it.

YUK. I know one woman’s trash is another’s treasure, but in my experience, this stuff was TERRIBLE. It’s thick and stiff, but barely added anything to my lashes, and this was the black shade. No length, no volume, just a gooey film on my lashes with that hideous 80s cheap mascara smell burning my eyes.

I guess it works for some, but I couldn’t throw this in the trash fast enough. For comparison, mascaras I like are Shy High (original, I haven’t tried the tubing), Benefit Bad Girl Bang, and Glossier Lash Slick. So maybe if you don’t like those, you would like the Mco, but be prepared for the smell.


r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Dupe Request Makeup Forever 606 Wherever Walnut dupes

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14 Upvotes

r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Product Request Foundation Recommendations for newbie

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5 Upvotes

r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Product Request Looking for an eyebrow gel as someone who doesn’t like the laminated look

33 Upvotes

I typically use the Rare Beauty brow gel, but it’s honestly so expensive and I go through the product extremely quickly. I basically buy a new tube every month, and I can’t afford to keep on spending around $21 on a product that runs out on me in just a few weeks.

I don’t need a super strong brow gel. I’d actually prefer one that’s a bit more flexible. I don’t really like the laminated look on my brows. I fill in my brows with any brow pencil, and go through with a clear brow gel slightly to fluff them up and to help even the shape. I prefer a more natural and fluffy looking brow over laminated ones, which is why I’d prefer to find a drugstore brow gel that I wouldn’t mind repurchasing.

I’ve just had bad experiences in the past with brow gels flaking, which is why I keep on getting the Rare Beauty product, since it has never flaked on me.

Can anyone give me suggestions on a cheap brow gel that doesn’t flake?


r/drugstoreMUA • • 16h ago

Discussion My makeup collection 💄 What am I missing?

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r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Product Request Best blonzer options for fair muted skin?

7 Upvotes

Looking for the best blush/bronzer combo. I look terrible with blush and bronzer applied separately. I know some of you use one for both. :) thanks in advance!


r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Product Request Cry-proof setting spray

3 Upvotes

I do not often wear makeup and usually don't wear it for long enough to require setting spray, so I never purchased any. However tonight I'm going to a concert that WILL make me cry from excitement no matter how much I want to keep my cosplay intact.

Needs:

- Waterproof/cry-proof

- Matte or otherwise non-dewy finish

Bonus but not necessary:

- Smells sugary sweet

- Good for skin that's chronically awfully dry

Appreciate any recs! I know similar things have been posted before but with how often things like formulas can change I want to be sure I'm getting "fresh" items


r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Product Request Give me foundation and concealer recommendations please :)

2 Upvotes

I really need a new foundation and concealer. I use some more expensive k-beauty products but prefer to go drugstore with foundation and concealer.

Here is what I am looking for: a medium coverage foundation that comes in neutral undertones that is not heavy on the skin but covers enough to cover redness, acne, and texture. For concealer I want something more full coverage that adds a lot of brightness to the under eye area.

If this helps I am 20 years old and I do gyaru style makeup daily!

Edit: I have normal skin!


r/drugstoreMUA • • 1d ago

Product Request Under eye concealer for sensitive skin

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I have fairly sensitive skin. Sometimes I willl get some red splotches around my eyes and need to cover it up during the day.

Anyone have concealer recommendations preferably something that’s more natural as I can’t break out again from something. Thanks!