This summer, whether you are stocking your house for yourself and guests, stocking your beach house rental or traveling, there are so many amazing drugstore finds that will keep you well-stocked for the season, and they will do so without breaking the bank. I have selected a few of my favorite drugstore beauty brands that I routinely pick up when I am wandering down the beauty aisles of my local drugstores.
John Frieda Haircare (Available from Ulta, Walmart, Walgreens, Amazon, Target andBed Bath & Beyond): John Frieda is, without question, one of my favorite drugstore haircare brands. They have so many amazing products from shampoos and conditioners to extraordinary styling products. Their Frizz-Ease range is perfect for fighting frizz and taming unruly tresses, but they have affordable products for all types of hair that are well-worth trying.
Goody Hair Accessories (Available from Walmart, Walgreens, Amazon, Target and Bed Bath & Beyond): During the summer months I usually wear a ponytail to keep my long hair off of my face, particularly when I am out and about. I also seem to misplace, lose or give away so many hair ties– therefore stocking up on affordable hair accessories is an absolute must for me. Goody is affordable and their products are high quality, and if you lose a few hair ties you won't be upset.
Queen Helene (Available from Walmart, Amazon, Walgreens, Sally Beauty, Swanson Vitamins, Beauty Encounter and Bed, Bath & Beyond): Queen Helene has so many healthy skincare and body care options that are effective, affordable and a pleasure to use. I used their Mint Julep Masque as a teenager, and love it as much today as I did then. Their nourishing Cocoa Butter and Coconut Oil are perfect multi-tasking products to hydrate and treat dry skin during the hot months of summer.
Bioré (Available from Ulta, Amazon, Target, Walgreens, Walmart and Bed, Bath & Beyond): If you are finding that the hot weather is causing you to breakout, then Bioré has a wide range of products to fight blemishes, and their masks and cleansers are especially effective.
Whether you want a compact razor system for traveling, or a small facial hair removal device, these two products easily stow away in your travel bag, and they are both quite affordable!
Zim's Max-Freeze Crack Creme (Available from Walmart, Amazon and Walgreens): If you have thick, dry, cracked skin– hello calloused feet– then Zim's has a wonderful range of products to soften, heal and moisturize feet, elbows and cuticles. They also have a muscle and joint formula that is perfect for post-workout sore muscles.
CeraVe Moistuizers and Moisturizing Sunscreens (Available from Ulta, Amazon, Target, Walgreens and Walmart): CeraVe, which is a fragrance-free brand developed with dermatologists, is a perfect choice for people who have sensitive skin, and who avoid fragrances in their skincare products. Their lotions and creams a very moisturizing, and their sunscreens are quite effective. Additionally, when my skin becomes reactive and irritated because of the products that I am testing, I routinely reach for CeraVe to provide moisture without further irritating my skin.
Vaseline Intensive Care Cocoa Radiant Lotion and Body Butter (Available from Target, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Walmart, Walgreens and Amazon): Vaseline's Cocoa Radiant collection, which is quite moisturizing, contains Shea Butter and Cocoa Butter and numerous oils that help heal dry skin while leaving it with a healthy glow. The Cocoa Butter scent is utterly delectable, and all of my guests agree since this jar and bottle– which have been kept in my guest bathroom– are nearly empty!
Live Clean Body Lotions and Body Oil (Available from Target, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Amazon and Walmart): Live Clean makes a wonderful range of body care products that are cruelty-free, and that are free of parabens, sulfates and other harmful chemicals. Their body lotions and multi-purpose oil are very moisturizing and leave the skin soft, smooth and supple.
Jason Tea Tree Oil (Available from Target, Walgreens, Amazon, Bed, Bath & Beyond and Walmart): Jason makes so many amazing natural bath and body products, and their body washes are family favorites. Lately I have been loving their Tea Tree Oil to spot treat a couple of heat-induced pimples that have surfaced, and it is natural and ultra-effective.
Curel Hydra Therapy Wet Skin Moisturizer (Available from Target, Amazon, Walmart, and Walgreens): This moisturizer is activated by damp freshly-showered skin, and it is so effective and fuss-free that it is perfect for people who often forget to apply lotion. It is by far my husbands favorite lotion, and in fact the only one that he uses daily. It is unscented, very moisturizing and it is phthalate-free, Sulfate-free, fluoride-free, dye-free and aluminum-free.
Sally Hansen Nail Polishes (Available from Ulta, Target, Walmart, Walgreens and Amazon): During the hot Los Angeles summers, I often forgo makeup because I prefer a less-is-more approach when it is hot outside. However, I do like to have a nice pedicure and Sally Hansen's chip resistant polishes are among my very favorite. They are affordable, come in a huge range of colors and are easy to find in local drugstores.
No-Ad Sunscreens (Available from Amazon, Walgreens, Walmart and Target): No-Ad makes a wide range of effective sunscreens, and their Sport SPF 50 stick is a water-resistant formula worth having if you are exercising outdoors this summer. It can be used on the face and body, and the formula is lightweight and leaves behind no white residue.
Ocean Potion Sunscreens (Available from Amazon and Walmart): Ocean Potion makes a wide range of effective sunscreens, and their Dab-On Spotstick SPF 50 applies clear with a matte finish, and was conceived for hard-to-reach areas and is also perfect for for the nose, ears, neck, scalp, hands and collar bone.
Bull Frog Sunscreens (Available from Walmart and Amazon): Bull Frog, which has long been a go-to brand for surfers, also has a wonderful Quik Stik for Land Sport. It is perfect for hiking, jogging or doing any sort of outdoor adventures on the land. The formula is sweat resistant for 80 minutes, and it goes on clear. It is portable, easy to use and perfect for the face, hairline, nose, ears and scalp.
Overall Assessment: These are some of my favorite drugstore products to have on hand this summer, and not only does my family use them, but so too do my guests. What are your favorite drugstore products this summer?
It's hard to believe that it is already time to start thinking about back-to-school shopping! I wanted to share a few fab finds from the drugstore beauty aisles that will are worth having. From clean skin and hair to sparkling pearly whites– here are some great affordable staples to stock your bathroom for the upcoming school year.
Bioré Pore Penetrating Charcoal Bar ($6.49-$7.99 for 3.77 oz. from Ulta, Target, Walgreens, Drugstores and Mass Retailers): The Bioré Pore Penetrating Charcoal Bar effectively draws out dirt and oil to help clean congested pores. This bar is infused with jojoba beads and peppermint, and it gently exfoliates the skin, and and leaves it tingling, clean and smooth.
Bioré Skincare Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser($6.49-$6.99 for 6.77 oz. from Target, Ulta & Walgreens): This charcoal-based cleanser deeply cleanses the skin without stripping it or causing any irritation. Skin is left soft, smooth and clear.I like to let it sit on the skin for a little while before messaging it in order to really lift impurities.
According to Bioré,
Not only does this mask draw out an unbelievable amount of pore congestion, but it leaves the skin deeply cleansed and tingly! Soft and smooth skin is revealed quickly and efficiently.
Oil-Free
Dermatologist Tested
Gentle enough for everyday use
Suggested use: For optimal results use daily. Wet face. Pump cleanser into hands, gently work into a foam. Massage over entire face. Rinse thoroughly. For external use only. Avoid eye contact. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Keep out of reach of children.
Bioré Self Heating One Minute Mask ($6.99-$7.99 for 4 Single Packets 0.25 oz. each from Target, Ulta& Walgreens): This thermal 1-minute mask warms to help unclog pores, and it draws out dirt and oil very effectively. It has a wonderful menthol aroma that imparts a cooling sensation on the skin.
According to Bioré,
Heats on contact with water to open pores and draw out pore-clogging dirt and oil, then cools leaving skin tingly smooth and refreshed.
Oil-Free
Dermatologist Tested
How To Use: Before using, please read cautions and usage instructions. For best results, use on clean face.
WET FACE. Leave face wet – the Bioré® Self Heating One Minute Mask is activated by water.
APPLY MASK. Dry hands, open single-use packet, dispense contents into hand and apply mask to face. You may add a little water to your fingers to help spread the mask and activate warming.
MASSAGE for about 1 minute. As you massage, the mask will heat up. For more heating action or for your preferred consistency, massage in a little water. The mask does not dry/harden.
RINSE. After one minute has passed, thoroughly rinse with water to remove the mask.
Recommended Usage: May use up to 2-3 times/week. For external use only. Avoid eye contact. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Keep out of reach of children.
Dove Sensitive Skin Beauty Bar ($3.19-$12.99 for 2-14 bar packs from Target, Walgreens and Bed, Bath & Beyond): If you have sensitive skin, then you likely seek a gentle soap that will neither strip, nor dry out your skin, and this bar definitely delivers. Furthermore, this bar leaves skin soft, smooth and not in the least bit taut.
According to Dove,
This Dove Sensitive Skin Beauty Bar brings you classic Dove cleansers and ¼ moisturising cream in an unscented, hypoallergenic bar that’s gentle enough for sensitive skin. Suitable for daily use, it helps protect skin’s natural moisture and can be used on your hands, body or face. Get the gentle skin care for sensitive skin that you deserve – try Dove Sensitive Skin Beauty Bar. Ingredients: Sodium Lauroyl Isethionate, Stearic Acid, Sodium Tallowate Or Sodium Palmitate, Lauric Acid, Sodium Isethionate, Water, Sodium Stearate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoate Or Sodium Palm Kernelate, Sodium Chloride, Tetrasodium Edta, Tetrasodium Etidronate, Maltol, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891).
Dove Pink Beauty Bar ($2.99-$12.99 for 2-14 bar packs from Target, Walgreens and Bed, Bath & Beyond): This creamy soap contains ¼ moisturizing cream to help make skin soft, smooth and hydrated. It doesn't strip skin in the least, nor does it leave it taut.
According to Dove,
Dove Beauty Bars are specially formulated to deliver skin natural nourishment, helping your skin to keep its natural moisture during cleansing. Dove Pink Beauty Bar contains our ultra-mild cleansers, which don’t strip skin of moisture like a regular soap bar can. It’s mild enough to be used on your face, body and hands – the perfect addition to your daily skin cleansing routine.
Dove Gentle Exfoliating Beauty Bar ($2.99-$12.99 for 2-14 bar packs from Target, Walgreens and Bed, Bath & Beyond): I am a huge fan of exfoliating soaps that are gentle, effective and do not strip the skin. This bar effectively exfoliates dead skin cells, but leaves the skin soft, smooth and never in the least bit stripped.
According to Dove, Dove Gentle Exfoliating Beauty Bar combines our signature mild cleansers with ¼ moisturizing cream to cleanse and nourish your skin. And it also provides you with gentle exfoliation, washing away dirt and dead skin to leave your skin feeling beautiful and revitalized. Suitable for regular use on hands, body and face, Dove Gentle Exfoliating Beauty Bar leaves skin feeling soft and smooth – every day.
Our light foaming body wash gently cleanses your skin, leaving it feeling refreshed. But light doesn’t mean any less indulgent (quite the opposite): the instant lather is fragranced with warm vanilla and shea butter, wrapping you in a cloud of comfort.
Created with the same cleansing care as every Dove Go Fresh body wash, this green tea and cucumber body wash nourishes skin as it cleanses, leaving behind a fresh, uplifting scent. Enriched with our NutriumMoisture™ technology, it delivers skin natural nourishment to help keep skin feeling moisturized, while nourishing deeply* to help support skin’s moisture barrier.
Dove Intensive Repair Shampoo ($3.49-6.49 for 12-25.4 oz. from Target, Bed, Bath & Beyond and Walgreens): I often have problems using a great many drugstore shampoos and conditioners because they are often far too fragrant for my taste, and far too stripping for my curly hair, but I am pleased to note that I experience neither of these deal-breakers from this shampoo. It has a light aroma that is neither cloying, nor unpleasant, and it cleans my hair without any stripping. I can't say that I am aware of it penetrating my strands or deeply nourishing my hair, but it definitely leaves it smoother and more manageable.
According to Dove,
Dove Intensive Repair Shampoo & Conditioner formulated with Nutri-Keratin Repair Actives, help your hair to recover from damage in two different ways. The formulas repair signs of surface damage, making your hair look and feel smoother and stronger against breakage. It also penetrates the strands to provide hair nourishment deep inside, making your hair look healthier, time after time.
Dove Intensive Repair Conditioner ($3.49-6.49 for 12-25.4 oz. from Target, Bed, Bath & Beyond and Walgreens): Like its companion shampoo, this conditioner has a light and pleasant fragrance that is neither cloying, nor unpleasant. It does a nice job moisturizing my hair, it fights frizz and leaves my hair manageable and soft.
According to Dove,
We know that damaged hair care should go beyond removing the outward signs of damage, which is why this Dove conditioner is formulated to nourish and help restore the hair inside as well. Formulated with Keratin Repair Actives, Dove Intensive Repair Conditioner repairs the signs of damage to the hair surface and, with continued use, penetrates the hair strands to progressively nourish, making hair stronger against breakage, beautiful and visibly healthier with every wash.
Vaseline Intensive Care Advanced Repair Healing Moisture Lotion ($3.49-8.99 for 10-32 oz. from Target, Bed, Bath & Beyond and Walgreens): This fragrance-free lotion is rich, creamy and very moisturizing. It sinks into the skin quickly, leaves behind no greasy residue, and it's tough on dry patches. Skin is left soft, smooth, supple and very hydrated. It is a perfect if you have dry skin.
According to Vaseline,
When you have very dry, rough, irritated skin you need something that will moisturize to help it heal fast. With our Advanced Repair Unscented lotion, we’ve combined healing micro-droplets of Vaseline® Jelly and our highest levels of moisturizing glycerin. The result is a rich yet quick-absorbing formula that gives you intense moisturization as well as a soothing scent. This lotion will give you immediate relief and moisturization, resulting in healing your dry skin.
Vaseline Intensive Care Cocoa Radiant Lotion ($5.84-$8.49 for 10-32 oz. from Target, Walmart, Amazon, Bed, Bath & Beyond and Walgreens): This is a rich cocoa butter infused lotion that is lightweight, fast absorbing and delectably scented. The warm and creamy cocoa butter scent is heavenly, but it sits close to the skin and isn't in the least bit overpowering. It adds serious moisture to dry skin, and leaves skin very soft.
According to Vaseline,
We believe healthy skin starts with deep-healing moisture. In our Intensive Care™ Cocoa Radiant™ Lotion, we’ve combined healing micro-droplets of Vaseline® Jelly, powerful moisturizers, and pure cocoa butter, in a rich, fast-absorbing formula. The result is a lotion that moisturizes to help heal dry and dull-looking skin, bringing out its natural glow.
Vaseline Intensive Care Aloe Soothe Lotion ($5.84-$8.49 for 10-32 oz.from Target, Walgreens and Bed, Bath & Beyond): Lightweight and fast absorbing, this classic lotion has a refreshing light, green scent that is perfect for the warm months of the year. It leaves parched skin soft and moisturized in no time at all.
According to Vaseline,
When you have very dry, rough, irritated skin you need something that will moisturize to help it heal fast. With our Advanced Repair Unscented lotion, we’ve combined healing micro-droplets of Vaseline® Jelly and our highest levels of moisturizing glycerin. The result is a rich yet quick-absorbing formula that gives you intense moisturization as well as a soothing scent. This lotion will give you immediate relief and moisturization, resulting in healing your dry skin.
Vaseline Petroleum Jelly ($3.49 for 7.5 oz. from Walgreens and Target): While vaseline has so many uses, and is a great multi-tasker to have on hand, I tend to use it around my hair line when I color treat my hair. It prevents the hair color from migrating onto your skin, which also protects sensitive skin from hair color, and it is easy to clean up.
According to Vaseline,
Vaseline Jelly is the original wonder jelly. It works by creating a sealing barrier between cells, which locks in moisture and speeds up your skin’s natural recovery from dryness, helping it heal from within.* Its occlusive function also allows it to protect dry, cracked skin and minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. Our jelly is triple-purified to be 100% pure.
CloSYS Alcohol-Free Oral Health Rinse Unflavored ($11.99-$13.49 for 32 oz. from Walgreens, Walmart and Amazon): If you like to pre-cleanse your mouth and teeth before brushing, these alcohol-free rinses are absolutely fantastic. I simply swish them around in my mouth after flossing and before brushing, and what a difference it makes. My teeth are left very clean and my mouth feels refreshed.
According to CloSYS,
CloSYS Original Unflavored Rinse with Flavor Control and new pre-flavored Gentle Mint Rinse contain Cloralstan, a powerful yet gentle patented ingredient that kills 99.9% of the bacteria that cause bad breath, dissolve unwanted compounds, and reduce harmful bacteria in your mouth for a noticeably cleaner and fresher mouth.
Unflavored Rinse Ingredients: Water, Stabilized Chlorine Dioxide, Trisodium Phosphate, Citric Acid. Flavor Dropper Ingredients: Natural Mineral Oil and Natural Peppermint.
CloSYS Fluoride Toothpaste ($10.79 from 7 oz. from Walgreens, Walmart and Amazon): I have sensitive teeth, and find this toothpaste to be both effective and gentle. It comes with or without fluoride, and it is free of sulfates.
According to CloSYS,
CloSYS contains mild polishing agents that help whiten teeth and remove tough stains, while being one of the least abrasive toothpastes available (Relative Dentin Abrasivity score=53). CloSYS protects the enamel and won't harm expensive dental work or irritate sensitive mouths. CloSYS is one of the few toothpastes available that does not contain sulfates, which have been linked to allergies, mouth ulcers and canker sores.
CloSYS Fresh Breath Spray ($2.49 for 0.25 oz. from Walgreens): This refreshing mint flavored breath spray is sugar-free, it comes in a non-aerosol spray and is small enough to carry in your purse. It is perfect to use between meals when you don't have a convenient place to brush your teeth.
According to CloSYS,
Our mint flavored oral spray is perfect to use when it is not convenient to brush, floss or rinse. It quickly refreshes and cleans your mouth and breath anytime and anywhere.
Drugstore beauty aisles are filled with so many affordable stocking stuffers, and I wanted to share a few that you might want to pick up. Additionally, if you are having overnight guests this holiday season, many of these would be a perfect way to treat your friends and family to some extra pampering.
Sally Hansen Polishes are among my favorites on the market, and they are affordable, high quality and come in a wide range of colors and finishes. They also make fantastic stocking stuffers!
Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Polishes (Shown above. $4.99-$9.99 from Ulta, Target and other national retailers): These gel polishes are easy to use, come in a gorgeous range of long-wearing colors, and they do not use a UV/LED light.
According to Sally Hansen,
A breakthrough in gel nail polish! Get the salon look at home with the Miracle Gel Nail Polish by Sally Hansen. The only true 2-step gel manicure with no light needed. Shades that wow! Leading the revolution in gel technology. Technology: Patented & exclusive gel color system. Natural-light-curing technology.
Benefits:
No UV/LED light needed
2 simple steps
Increased wear & durability over time
Easy, soak free removal
Results: Up to 14 days of color and shine.
Sally Hansen Complete Salon Polishes ($7.99 from Ulta, Target and other national retailers): These long-wearing beautiful polishes are fuss-free, chip-resistant and have a built-in base coat, top coat, nail straightener and growth treatment.
According to Sally Hansen,
Skip the salon, get the results. Don't settle for just color when you can get a base coat, strengthener, growth treatment, salon-inspired color, top coat, chip-resistance and a gel finish all in 1 bottle. Featuring the unique precision brush for a flawless finish and patented Vita Care technology for advanced 10 day wear, more shine and nourishing care.
Sally Hansen's 18K Gold Cuticle Eraser is a must for healthy-looking, smooth cuticles. Exclusive gel texture combined with real gold trap moisture and nourishes cuticles. Features an innovative applicator with a built-in cuticle pusher cap, for a luminous, healthy-looking, beautiful nails and cuticles!
Sally Hansen's eye-catching treatment combines real 18-karat gold with peptides and amino acids, ingredients known to promote healthy growth. The breakthrough complex envelopes the gold, creating shatter-proof shield that protects nails so they grow stronger and longer. Wear it under or over nail color for a hint of sparkle, or on its own for pure strength and light-reflecting shine.
Rimmel London Oh My Gloss: ($5.99 each for 0.22 oz. from Kmart, Ultaand Target)RIMMEL LONDON is definitely one of my all-time favorite drugstore brands, and lately their products have ranked among my most reached-for, and loved, makeup picks. Their Oh My Gloss! Lip glosses were made with me in mind: the colors are gorgeous and highly saturated, they contain the perfect amount of shimmer and shine, and have a lightweight, non-sticky texture. Furthermore, they are very comfortable on the lips, and they are lightly moisturizing. I=The doe-foot applicator applies the gloss evenly, and it neither migrates, nor does it bleed into lip lines. I get a few hours of wear-time per application, and repeated application throughout the day does not result in drying out my lips. It has a light semi-floral scent that is not heavily perfumed, and the scent fades soon upon application.
Features:
• Up to 6 hours of colour, shine, comfort and moisture for your lips.
• Lip Loving gloss with Argan Oil and Vitamin E.
• Featuring Rimmel’s ‘Gloss Lock’ technology, which delivers an elevated, long-lasting 3-dimensional shine.
• Non-sticky, lightweight and comfortable to wear.
• 12 Shades available
• Made in United Kingdom
Rimmel Kate Highlighting and Sculpting Kit ($6.99 from Ulta, Target, Walmartand Walgreens : is Rimmel's first sculpting and highlighting kit that was designed by Kate Moss. It features long-lasting color, finely milled textures, and lovely pigmentation. Each of the powders–a blush, a highlighter and a contour– blend effortlessly, are buildable, deposit color evenly, and are absolutely beautiful. It sculpts, defines and illuminates the skin and does so in a flattering and natural appearing way.
Rimmel's Exaggerate Waterproof Eye Definer gives you natural or a dramatic eye because the colors are so dramatic. This is a great additon to anyones's make-up collection.
Empower your lashes with the WonderLash Volume Colourist Mascara, Rimmel's first mascara combining instant full volume with gradual lash tinting. Instantly tapered lash-intensifying brush wraps every lash with blacker than black pigments, making them instantly fuller and longer. Overtime the lash-tint complex with natural colorant gradually darkens the color of your bare lashes to help them appear more visible from root to tip from 2 weeks onwards of continuous usage. The non-permanent tint will wear off gradually after the last usage.
Rimmel's Super Curler Mascara has a formula containing curling and fixing polymers to instantly push up lashes to a perfect 90 degree curve with up to 24 hour hold. The curved, eye-shaped brush lifts lashes up at the root and extends the curl from the tip to give full, curvaceous, clump-free volume. Say bye bye to lash curlers. Dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested.
The MaxDensity brush, that's 50% larger and thicker, covers your lashes with attention - from corner to corner. Bristles now flex in to deposit mascara and out to comb through clumps, so volume will scream. With scandalous eye opening volume, this mascara should need a license. Watch false lashes become a thing of the past, as Scandal Eyes Mascara becomes the ultimate beauty weapon in your make-up bag. This Rimmel revolution has 3x the collagen for plumper, sculpted lashes, 3x the keratin for strong and healthy lashes and...3x the attitude to guarantee scandalous behaviour!
Robin McGraw Chicky Chew Chewing Gum ($2.25 from Robin McGraw Revelation): Available in large and small packages, Chickee Chew comes in a variety of delicious flavors, including fruit, cinnamon and mint. Chew a piece and channel your inner Girl Power!
Robin McGraw Lip Lovey Lip Balm ($3.95 each from Robin McGraw Revelation): Treat yourself to a moisturizing formula infused with soothing jojoba oil and shea butter for lustrous, healthy lips that are oh-so-kissable. Packaged in a charming heart-shaped, twist-off container, Lippy Lovey is easy to apply and carry wherever you go. It’s the balm your lips will love! Comes in eight delicious flavors.
Robin McGraw Revelation Me O’ My Handy Candy Wet Wipes ($1.25 – $2.95 from Robin McGraw Revelation): Handy Candy Wet Wipes are biodegradable, compostable, and wipe away 99% of germs without the sting of alcohol. With added aloe and vitamin E to keep your skin soft, these cute packs of wipes will help fight off cold-causing germs!
Streekers Wild Weekend Hair Color ($5.98 at Streekers.com): The holidays– especially New Years Eve– can be the perfect occasion to adorn your tresses with fun temporary colors, and STREEKERS Wild Weekend Hair Color is a great choice.
According to STREEKERS,
STREEKERS is true temporary hair color with a difference. Instant. Liquid. Washes out when you want it out. Not a mascara, not a crayon, not a paint. But a cool new hair color that uses innovative technology. In 8 vibrant colors: pink, blue, ultra violet, red, green, yellow, orange, purple.
STREEKERS is a stroke of genius at a moment's notice. It's so easy to apply with a sleek, sponge-tip applicator that ensures perfect coverage and control. Streekers can be used over mousse, styling gel or wax and followed by hair spray. Best of all, you can brush your hair after Streekers dries. It won't flake off (unlike other bright temporary hair colors). Your hair will be soft and the color will remain vibrant. STREEKERS shades are vivid on blondes and blonde streaks and show as subtle highlights on darker hair.
Avon Prima Eau de Parfum ($30.00 from Avon.com) – Prima by Avon speaks to the style lover who appreciates fashion’s ongoing love affair with classical ballet. With lush top notes of plum, a pinch of sweetness with a hint of tangy bergamot, a rich heart of intoxicating rose, and the woodsy notes of clearwood, oak moss, and patchouli leaves a poetically warm and graceful finish on the skin this holiday season.
Bioré Pore Penetrating Charcoal Bar ($6.49-$7.99 from Ulta, Target, Drugstores and Mass Retailers): Meet the Coal You Want to Find in Your Stocking..the Kind that Gives You Smooth, Healthy-Looking Skin. Liquid cleansers have their place, but some of us just prefer a bar experience. For those who like to hold pore cleansing power in the palm of their hand, this new cleanser features a dual action formula to exfoliate while deep cleaning pores. This cleanser draws out and binds to deep down dirt and oil for 2.5 times cleaner pores than a basic cleanser. With jojoba beads and peppermint, the formula gently exfoliates and leaves skin feeling refreshed and smooth.
Bioré Baking Soda Cleansing Scrub ($8.99-$9.99 from Ulta, Target, Drugstores and Mass Retailers): This ingenious concentrated powder cleanser is specially formulated to foam up on contact with water, leaving skin 2.5 times as clean as a basic cleanser. The formula gently exfoliates while forming tiny bubbles that dive deep into pores to break up oil and impurities. When you rinse the foam away, oil, debris and dead cells are swept away, for instantly smoother, softer texture and visibly tighter pores after just one use.
Jergens Wet Skin Moisturizer ($5.99 from Target) is formulated to blend effortlessly with water, and it immediately absorbs and locks in moisture, without any sticky residue.
According to Jergens,
No need to dry before you apply, and no need to wait before you dress. Glide on Jergens® Wet Skin™ Moisturizer before you step out of the shower and get 2X the moisturization in 1/2 the time.*
Treat extra dry skin to new Jergens® Wet Skin™ Moisturizer with Restoring Argan Oil. Infused with an oil that hails from Morocco, Argan oil has been called “liquid gold” and is known for its healing and soothing properties. This extraordinary hydrator helps skin look 4 times healthier, in a single application.**
Create a sensory experience with Jergens® Wet Skin™ Moisturizer with Original Cherry Almond Essence, delicately fragranced with the brand’s iconic and timeless scent.
Jergens Oil-Infused Moisturizer With Nourishing Monoi ($4.99 from Target): Harvested from the Tahitian Garden Flower and known for its intoxicating floral scent, Monoi Oil is a potent skin soother that’s been used by women for centuries. Combined with Jergens deeply conditioning, protein-packed formula, it locks in moisture, smooths texture and tone, and leaves skin visibly radiant and softly scented.
Jergens Oil-Infused Moisturizer With Refreshing Coconut Oil ($4.99 from Target): Fortified with the deeply penetrative, hydrating properties of premium Coconut Oil— along with its invigorating, tropical scent—this enriching body lotion gives your skin instant luminosity, a superbly soft texture, and long-lasting moisture for a gorgeous, all-day glow.
Curél Hydra Therapy Wet Skin Moisturizer ($10.99 for 12 oz. and $7.99 for 7 oz. from Target): Keep skin hydrated and moisturize daily before you step out of the shower! Curél Hydra Therapy Wet Skin Moisturizer is a revolution in wet skin technology that doesn’t simply calm, smooth and soften, but also heals dry skin and restores your body’s ability to retain its own much-needed moisture. The water-activated properties penetrate deep into skin’s surface all happens in the shower – no rinsing required — so you can just dry off, dress and go!
Curél Rough Skin Rescue Smoothing Lotion ($7.99 from Target): Ideal for severely dry, flaky skin, this smoothing lotion gently loosens flakes without irritation, allowing essential hydration to reach the areas that need it most. The dermatologist-recommended formula uses natural ingredients to relieve roughness and help prevent it from returning.
PediSpa Intensive Moisturizing Foot Mask ($9.99 for 2 pairs from Target): Stuff your loved one’s stocking with the gift of soft feet this year! PediSpa Intensive Moisturizing Foot Mask noticeably smoothes, softens and repairs dry, crack, calloused feet and heels, significantly improving the look and feel of even the driest feet.
According to PeiSpa,
PediSpa Intensive Moisturizing Foot Mask noticeably smoothes, softens and repairs dry, crack, calloused feet and heels, significantly improving the look and feel of even the driest feet. SMOOTHES. SOFTENS. REPAIRS. Contains: Shea Butter, Apple Extract & Peppermint.
Pretty Animalz Tiger Moisturizing Sheet Mask ($3.99 for 1 mask from Target): This sheet mask is enriched with extracts that help nourish and hydrate your face, and it is perfect for the cold weather this holiday season.
Pretty Animalz by Look Beauty Sheet Masks are affordable gifts for smooth, selfie-worthy skin that come in a Panda Calming Sheet Mask and Tiger Moisturizing Sheet Mask. Soothe irritation, reduce redness, and calm unbalanced skin with the playful, panda-faced mask infused with honey extract, lavender flower water, and camellia extract. The Tiger Moisturizing Sheet Mask is formulated with soybean extract, mushroom extract, and witch hazel water, to hydrate, soften, and smooth dry skin for a glowing and nourished complexion.
Overall Assessment: Drugstore beauty aisles are filled with so many treasures, and they definitely offer infinite choices for all of those stockings that need to be stuffed! What are your favorite stocking stuffers?
