10 Beauty Products I Reach For Daily

Back in June, I shared an “ultimate beauty product guide“. In that blog post, I shared every beauty product I use. I’m talking everything from face wash to self-tanner, to lipgloss. It’s chock-full of my all-time favorites. However, today I’m narrowing down the ultimate guide to just ten beauty products I reach for on a daily basis. 

Yep, daily. These items can all be found at CVS and are a part of their Epic Beauty Event. Now through September 26, you can shop epic deals on all your favorite brands and products. During the Epic Beauty Event, customers who spend $25 on qualifying items will earn a $10 CVS gift card. This sale is happening online and in-store so regardless of how you’re shopping, you can save big time!

1. Garnier Micellar Water— The Garnier Micellar Water has been my holy grail makeup remover for over four years now! I swear by this stuff. With just a few drops on a cotton pad, I’m able to remove all of my makeup in one take. It’s gentle on the eyes and has no harsh irritants which my sensitive skin loves. There are a few variations of this product but I always reach for the one with the blue cap!
2. Elf Camo Concealer— I’ve tried dozens of drugstore concealers over the years but none as good as this one right here. If you’re looking for a cheaper alternative to the Tarte Shape Tape, this is the one. It’s got an insane amount of coverage and a little product goes a long way. I typically use this to cover blemishes as it can get cakey under the eyes; however, they just released a hydrating version that does just the trick in that area.
3. L’oreal Mascara— I go back and forth between mascaras but my current favorite is the Loreal Bambi. The formula of this mascara is incredible—without clumping your lashes it lengthens and lifts them giving them the perfect finish. I also love the L’oreal Lash Paradise Primer + Mascara and use that combo frequently as well.
4. GSQ Texturizing Spray— I have super fine hair which I have a love-hate relationship with. In minutes I can have a full head of curls but my hair lacks volume on its own. However, with the help of this texturizing spray, I can look like a modern-day Farrah Fawcett in minutes. Fine hair tends to be easier to tease and holds products super easily so this product is a must for me.
5. Essence Gel Lip Liner— About six months ago I rediscovered my love for lip liner and I’ve been hooked ever since. I’ve got super small lips but with the help of some lip liner + gloss, they look amazing! When at CVS a few weeks ago, I stumbled across the new “waterproof” gel lip liners from Essence. These are amazing as they don’t budge throughout the night and provide long-lasting, natural color. 
6. Kiss Impress Press On Manicure— So, technically this isn’t something I use on a daily basis but they are something I just recently tried and wanted to share with you. I typically paint my nails with my at-home gel polish machine but wanted to give these press-on acrylics a try and man are they easy. All you do is wipe your fingers down with an alcohol wipe and stick the nails on! So easy and seriously leaves you with an effortless manicure in no time. I wouldn’t wear these all the time just because I prefer shorter nails for all of the typing I do, but for special occasions or last-minute nail needs, these are a must!
7. Wet N Wild Photo Focus Foundation— I get questions from you guys all the time on what foundation I use and the answer is almost always the Photo Focus Foundation from Wet N Wild. This foundation leaves your skin with an airbrush finish. It’s got amazing coverage without leaving you looking cakey and has such a wide shade range. It’s the perfect in-between of dewy and matte and is so cheap!
8. Suave + Keratin Shampoo and Conditioner— I know so how many people who spend hundreds of dollars on expensive hair care products and I’m here to tell you that’s so unnecessary. Something from CVS works just fine, as long as there are as few sulfates as possible. Oftentimes the heavier the formula, the more it weighs down your hair and strips it of its natural oils. I’ve used this combo since middle school and it’s the best: smells good, works on color-treated hair, and keeps my hair hydrated. 
9. Batiste Dry Shampoo— On days I don’t wash my hair, I’m reaching for this dry shampoo! I can’t even begin to tell you how many bottles of this stuff I went through last school year. There’s nothing Batiste can’t fix, unless it’s six-day hair and then just do yourself a favor and wash it —it’s time sis!
10. Blistex— I am an absolute Blistex fanatic. I have at least ten pots of this stuff and have one scattered across every purse, backpack, and coat pocket I own. Nothing heals my dry, cracked lips quite the same!

Don’t forget to head in-store or online to shop the CVS Epic Beauty Event! It only happens twice a year so make sure you stock up on all your beauty essentials now. What beauty products do you use on a daily basis? Let me know your holy grail items in the comments below. I hope you enjoyed hearing about my beauty favs! Until next time. 

With love, McKenz 

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