The Best of Drugstore Make-up

As you guys probably know by now, I am obsessed with everything beauty related. I love buying and experimenting with new makeup, especially if it's affordable! When it comes to inexpensive makeup, these products are the best of the best:

Lipsticks:

I have a literal obsession with lipsticks, and I like to think that I've tried a good portion of drug store offerings. These five are the absolute best when it comes to quality, color payoff, and lasting power!

1. Palladio Herbal Lipstick
2. NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream

3. Wet n Wild Megalast Lip Color

4. Revlon Color Burst Matte Balm

5. Lasting Finish by Kate Moss

 Mascaras:

Every girl has her favorite, trusted mascara. I used to only use Better Than Sex by Too Faced, but after discovering these three, I stick with drugstore brands!

1. Voluminous Million Lashes by L'Oreal

2. Maybelline Lash Sensational

3. Covergirl Full Lash Bloom

Eyeliners:

Eyeliner can make or break any look. I love wearing a nice, thick, wing so it's very important for me to have a liquid eyeliner that works flawlessly!

1. Sephora Smart Liner

2. Jesse's Girl Liquid Liner

3. NYC Liquid Liner
4. NYX Super Skinny Eye Marker

Bronzers:

If you get pale like me in the winter, or just want a sun-kissed look in the summer, then bronzer is a must-have. These three products really brighten up your skin. 

1. NYX Matte Bronzer
2. Rimmel London Natural Bronzer
3. Elf Studio Baked Bronzer

Blushes:

Blush is a necessity for me whenever I wear makeup. There are an overwhelming amount of different blushes at the drugstore, but these four are by far the best.

1. Elf Studio Baked Blush
2. Milani Baked Blush
3. Be Matte Blush by City Color
4. Maybelline Dream Bouncy Blush

Concealers:

It's important to find the right concealer for your skin type. However, I believe that these three concealers work universally and are definitely the best (not very much) money can buy!

1. Glamoflauge Heavy Duty Concealer

2. Maybelline Fit Me Concealer
3. Elf HD Lifting Concealer

What are your guys favorite cosmetics? Have you tried any of these? Show us your fierce makeup look and make sure to use the hashtag #sensiblestylista so we can check it out!

Written by Zoe Luiz

Sponsor Spotlight: Glamhive

I'm super excited to tell you guys all about Glamhive today on SS.  It's seriously the coolest fashion platform out there so I suggest joining STAT! You can post your own looks AND shop the fab ensembles of others.  There are so many amazing bloggers and fashionistas on there already (myself included obvi, ha)!  I guarantee you'll be addicted within minutes.  Let me tell y'all how it works:

1.  Post your OOTD and tag exact or similar pieces.

2.  Find and follow other stylistas for outfit inspo & info on the latest trends!

3.  Cop any look you love!  Every ensemble posted is shoppable, and it only takes ONE click to get the 411 you need. 

4.  Search for specific pieces with ease, and shop your fave brand through the site to get points!

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They've partnered with over 600 online retailers including Asos, Nordstrom, and Nastygal.  I totally flipped when I saw Nordstrom listed, ha.  Y'all know it's one of my fave stores!  Anywho, let's talk a bit more about points because, well, everyone likes earning free stuffs!  You earn 'em by...

1.  Shopping stores through GH.

2.  Posting a pic and getting shopped by another GH member.

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4.  Inviting friends to join the network!

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What do you guys think of this BAMF site?  Do you already use a site like GH?  I bet this one's better *grins*  

Sponsored by Glamhive, but all opinions are my own.

All About Thigh-Splits

I have been living in maxi dresses as of late.  I'm loving this gorgeous cross strap - I actually didn't cross 'em but that's ok, ha - version, but then again, I pretty much adore any dress/skirt with thigh splits, ha.  This piece is perfect for summer because of its plunging neckline.  It's a little risque though - or maybe I'm just conservative *shrugs* - so I recommend saving it for super casual occasions like beach days.  Here's some info for you guys:

I'm wearing: a size medium, but this dress fits like an x-small

Vibe: casual yet trendy and sexy

Quality comparable to: Charlotte Russe and H&M

Length: on the shorter side so pair with flat sandals

Price:  $27.99 - available HERE at STYLEMOI.

A close-up of my body chain.  As you can see, I'm thoroughly obsessed with this piece.  I'm definitely going to be purchasing more of these! They're just so freakin' cool.

These are my "flats," ha.  They're obviously not flat, but they're the flattest shoes I'd ever wear!  I really just like struttin' in heels. What can I say?  It's my thing *grins*

Dress:  c/o Stylemoi || Body chain:  Amiclubwear || Shoes:  Tahari via TJ Maxx- old

PS.  Make sure you guys check back at 4:30 EST to read all about Glamhive, an awesome shopping platform that rewards you when you shop with gift cards to stores of your choice!