By And there you have it: The end of 2019. It was another rollercoaster year for the beauty community — and from all the tea spilled and product scandals, to the most exciting launches, we’ve thoroughly enjoyed all the highs and lows.
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But now that we said goodbye to this amazing year, let’s take a look back at some of the best new drugstore makeup of 2019 (aka all the ones we’ll definitely be taking into into the new decade). They all get an A+, whether it comes to formula, longevity, packaging, shades or all of the above — keep reading to check them out!
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SEE NEXT PAGE: Rimmel London Lasting Radiance Foundation, from $13.20″,”Rimmel London Lasting Radiance Foundation, from $13.20
2019 was the year of dewy glass skin — and this foundation is perfect for achieving the look. It only has medium coverage but it’s enough to give your skin a radiant boost. Plus, it also has SPF 25 and Urban Shield Technology to protect the skin from pollution and harmful sun rays.
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SEE NEXT PAGE: Wet n Wild Photo Focus Dewy Foundation, $6.49″,”Wet n Wild Photo Focus Dewy Foundation, $6.49
This is another great pick for achieving a dewy, woke-up-like-this complexion. It’s lightweight and comfy, and it has a silky and creamy formula that’s buildable from medium to full coverage. Oh, and did we mention that it’s also cruelty-free, gluten-free, talc-free, and vegan!
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SEE NEXT PAGE: E.L.F. 16hr Camo Concealer, $6″,”E.L.F. 16hr Camo Concealer, $6
This budget concealer is a great dupe for your favorite high-end ones. It has a convenient doe-foot applicator that helps you to conceal, correct, contour and highlight your skin. It’s very pigmented and dries to a matte (yet crease-free) finish.
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SEE NEXT PAGE: CoverGirl Clean Fresh Cream Blush, $10.99″,”CoverGirl Clean Fresh Cream Blush, $10.99
To give your cheeks a natural flush, we’re loving this cream blush. It’s available in gorgeous, barely-there shades, as well as adventurous ones — and it’s very pigmented yet blendable, so it’s super easy to work with. It’s also hydrating because it is infused with hyaluronic acid. Another bonus? CoverGirl went cruelty-free in 2018!
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SEE NEXT PAGE: Maybelline New York Brow Fast Sculpt, $6.99″,”Maybelline New York Brow Fast Sculpt, $6.99
For a quick fluffy brow look, you can use this brow mascara (fitting, seeing as Maybelline is the reigning queen of mascara). It’s so convenient, especially on mornings when you just don’t have the time. It’ll keep your brows sculpted all day!
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SEE NEXT PAGE: Physicians Formula Rosé All Day Mascara, $11.49″,”Physicians Formula Rosé All Day Mascara, $11.49
This drugstore mascara from Physicians Formula took our breath away. Just one coat and your lashes will instantly look va-va-voom. The lightweight volumizing formula is perfect for dramatic, feathery lashes (and it won’t break the bank).
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SEE NEXT PAGE: L.A. Girl Born Exclusive Eyeshadow Palette, $24.66″,”L.A. Girl Born Exclusive Eyeshadow Palette, $24.66
A lot of amazing eyeshadow palettes came out in 2019. We love most of them… but our wallets don’t necessarily feel the same. Fortunately, drugstore brands like L.A. Girl also came out with amazing palettes — this one has 35 shades! From vibrant shimmers to pigmented mattes, it’s basicaly got everything you could possibly need.
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SEE NEXT PAGE: CoverGirl Exhibitionist 24-Hour Kohl Eyeliner, $10.99″,”CoverGirl Exhibitionist 24-Hour Kohl Eyeliner, $10.99
Good eyeliners are essential to achieve different types of looks. This option is perfect for that sleek cat-eye, as well as a dramatic smokey eye. It has a smooth and creamy formula that will stick around for up to 24 hours. And in addition to black, it’s also available in other metallic and jewel shades. (Which is especially handy if you’re doing “Euphoria”-esque makeup!)
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SEE NEXT PAGE: E.L.F. Liquid Glitter Eyeshadow, $5″,”E.L.F. Liquid Glitter Eyeshadow, $5
Speaking about “Euphoria”-inspired eye looks, this liquid glitter eyeshadow is one of the cheapest way to attain those extra sparkly looks. It has a gel-based formula that is long-lasting and quick-drying. One swipe is already enough to get a glittery coverage. It makes any makeup look S T U N N I N G!
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SEE NEXT PAGE: Revlon Super Lustrous The Luscious Mattes Lipstick, $8.49″,”Revlon Super Lustrous The Luscious Mattes Lipstick, $8.49
We know Revlon for its amazing lipstick formulas and its new matte formula is especially dreamy. Despite being matte, it’s not drying and quite comfy. We can’t get enough of the velvety texture!
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SEE NEXT PAGE: NYX Radiant Finish Setting Spray, $9.50″,”NYX Radiant Finish Setting Spray, $9.50
Last but not least, keep your makeup fresh all day, use this setting spray from NYX. It will leave your skin looking like a goddess has touched it because of its ultra-fine micro pearls in shades of gold and warm champagne. It’s perfect for every season!
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