2014 Blogger Challenge #4 | Top 3 drugstore picks!

What's the 2014 Blogger Challenge?

It was started by Gaby from AnotherGirlyBlog. Two posts will go up each month (towards the beginning and middle), each with a different topic.

This week's topic: High end vs. High street

So I've decided that choose 3 drugstore products that I love and use regularly. They are all affordable (under $20 in Australia), and are easy to use/apply.

Simple Kind To Eyes Eye Make-Up Remover
 It's gentle (doesn't sting my eyes whatsoever), has a clean scent, and removes all my mascara (non-waterproof).

Maybelline Dream Pure BB Cream
 This has such great coverage for a BB cream. This is suitable for the red spots on my face as well as complimenting my oily skin. Although my skin still gets oily, it is definitely better off with this on. It contains 2% salicylic acid, so it works great as a pimple cover-up while also treating it. The only complaint I have is that it only comes in two shades: light and medium, and the medium is still a little light for me.

Covergirl Clump Crusher Mascara
 I love the formula of the mascara as well as the wand. It works great to lengthen and curl your lashes (without clumping of course!) while also have it look natural. I have it in black/brown and I like how it's not obvious that you're wearing mascara.

What are your top drugstore picks?

August Bellabox!

It felt like forever while waiting for this months Bellabox. It was well worth the wait because I'm excited to try the products!

While reading the sneak preview, I connected with the idea that the winter season did nothing to help me keep active. The seemingly short days and long nights meant that I got less work done and more sleep (yay for the undereye circles though!). 

Pevonia Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser, $67 for 150ml

I've heard of but never tried this brand before. I love my exfoliating cleansers, so this will be used very soon!

Aphelia Oasis Herbal Acne Solution, $49 for 50ml

It's hard enough to read the label in person... How convenient that a pimple popped up out of nowhere the night that I got this haha. I whipped this out and applied it on those suckers (need more time to test it out). It has a herbal scent, which I don't mind too much. The roller ball makes it easy to apply too.

Ultraceuticals Ultra CC Cream, $59 for 50ml

I was surprised to get this product since I already received a BB cream. I've swatched it and it feels light and blends nicely.

Maybelline New York Dream Pure BB Cream, $15.95 for 30ml

This was what I was waiting for! I've already worn it once... Coverage is really good for a BB cream, blends well, and doesn't make me look shiny!

Loreal Base Magique Primer, $29.95 for 15ml

Apparently, this contains soft powders (is that a thing??) which help to absorb sebum and mattify the skin. Sounds interesting.

Banana Boat Mineral Protect Sensitive SPF 30+, $15.75 for 120g

It's kinda embarrassing that I was excited about a sunscreen LOL. I've decided to make more of an effort to use sunscreen on a daily basis, so this was perfect! It doesn't feel too greasy or sticky.

TOM Organic Tampons, $7.99 for 16

I don't have much to say about this... Except that the cotton is free from pesticides.

Click here to find out more about Bellabox!

I'm super excited about the Maybelline Dream Pure BB cream! What product/s are you excited to try?

Love, V