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Nothing quite compares to the joy of finding a holy grail drugstore beauty buy.
Johnson Lui. Stylist, Marion Kelly. Makeup, Linda Gradin at L’ Atelier. Hair, Izumi Sato at 87 Artists.
We especially like on the go for midday touch-ups, too.
JOAH Beauty Heal Me Cica Toner Pads
JOAH Beauty
Centella asiatica, a.k.a.
CICA, is purportedly great for calming inflammation, redness, and soothing acne-prone skin.
The science is limited, but some findings have been shown to be intriguing, asSELF previously reported.
Think of it as a perfect summertime treat.
Youre good to partyor spend a pampered night in.
Formulated with salicylic acid, the patches turn white as they suck up impurities and oil.
Use them each night and say goodbye to stubborn zits.
Formulated with sugar, charcoal, and pumice, this is perfect for getting a freshly scrubbed glow.
This drugstore steal is packed with glycerin, aloe, and notes of coconut milk.
Think of it as a tropical escape in a bottle.
Translation: Zero mess!
Glide it over your extra dry spots (elbows, knees, cuticles) and watch your skin transform.
Secret
Weightless Dry Spray, Wild Rose
Our testers praised this product as spray deodorant done right.
But this deodorant from Schmidts makes it easy.
Testers also described the scent as being fresh, clean, and not overly sweet smelling.
Choose from a pale pink, sky blue, and bright peach, among other shades.
But thats not the case with this matte makeup from Maybelline.
The small compact was a bonus, too: It easily fits into the smallest clutch.
Testers loved the gorgeous range of eight colors and that a little product goes a long way.
One of our testerswho noted she has sensitive skinsaid that this lotion is truly non-irritating and easy to apply.
Hawaiian Tropic Mineral Translucent Sunscreen Powder Brush SPF 30
Walgreens
Think a sunscreen powder isnt for you?
Bonus: Testers loved the subtle, floral fragrance.
The SPF 50, water-resistant formula offers plenty of protection and wont leave a white cast after utility.
That, plus soft, bouncy hair made this product an instant winner in our books.
Bonus: This shampoo is also formulated with salicylic acid.
Our testers loved the floral scent and that the product left their hair feeling instantly silky.
Hair felt softer to the touch and detangling was a breeze.
The conditioner is gentle on hair and scalp, making it perfect for a variety of needs.
Formulated without sulfates, mineral oil, and petroleum, its also perfect for those who are ingredient minimalists.
Made for all curl types, this conditioner left our testers hair feeling soft and bouncy.
Testers also loved that the mild scent was fresh, without being overpowering.
