The 10 Best Drugstore Beauty Products Of All Time According To A Panel of Beauty Experts

L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Original Mascara, $7, walmart.ca

“I recently returned to this mascara after experimenting with others. I have no idea why I ever left! It does it all: adds volume, lengthens and holds a curl. The brush is flu y, but not so flu y that it overlooks the teeny- tiniest lashes. It will never leave my kit again!” —Amy Harper, makeup artist

Tweezerman Slant Tweezers, $35, shoppersdrugmart.ca

“I’ve been using Tweezerman tweezers since I discovered the brand at age 16. They’re super sharp—when you grab at a tiny hair, you know it’s coming out.” —Simone Olivero, senior editor, Today’s Parent

Pixi Glow Tonic Exfoliating Toner, $20, shoppersdrugmart.ca 

“With five percent glycolic acid, it gently sloughs away dead cells, while aloe vera ensures skin doesn’t dry out. For the price point, it rivals many dermatological and facialist-backed brands.” —Carlene Higgins, co-creator, Breaking Beauty podcast

L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara, $1, well.ca

“It’s everything a mascara should be: It doesn’t clump, flake or smudge, and since the brush isn’t massive, you can easily build it up without making a mess.” —Souzan Michael, beauty writer and editor

Jergens Natural Glow + Nourish Daily Moisturizer, $15, londondrugs.com
“This old faithful still rules, for myriad reasons: It dries quickly. It’s easy to use. It’s buildable but never skews into orange territory. And it doesn’t stink! —Katherine Flemming, beauty writer and editor

Schwarzkopf Göt2b Powder’ful Volumizing Styling Powder, $9, shoppersdrugmart.ca
“This product is like texture in a bottle! I use it when my hair is a bit too clean or when I want to add more structure to my style. All you need is a few shakes, and your hair will basically do whatever you want it to.” —Ebony- Renee Baker, social media editor, Flare

Bioderma Sensibio H20 Micelle Solution, $20, londondrugs.com

“So many micellar products have launched in recent years, but I always go back to this one. It is gentle, removes every last stitch of makeup, leaves zero residue and doesn’t aggravate my sensitive skin.” —Mishal Cazmi, beauty writer and founder, onehundredml.com

Batiste Original Dry Shampoo, $11, well.ca

“This stellar dry shampoo hides the fact that I’m on day-four hair. It’s also small enough that I can tote it around for touch- ups.” —Caitlan Moneta, fashion and beauty editor, Hello! Canada

Maybelline New York Super Stay Matte Ink, $12, maybelline.ca

“This lipstick is brilliant! It stays on all day with no need for touch-ups. It’s also comfortable to wear, and there are tons of colours to choose from.” —Leah Elliston, makeup artist and Blanche Macdonald instructor