My Everyday Makeup Routine (Drugstore Edition!)

The older I get, the simpler and faster my makeup routine becomes. Seriously, what was I even doing in my 20s—and why did it take me forever to get ready? The world may never know.

A couple of years ago, I shared my everyday makeup and skincare routine, featuring mostly clean beauty products. But it’s 2025 now, and guess what? I’m obsessed with horrible, toxic ingredients—like, I truly can’t get enough. Signed, sealed, and delivered!

In all seriousness, I'm sure all of these products are completely fine. They are my tried-and-true favorites, and I recommend them with all my heart and soul. So, let's get into it!

But first, here's a before photo—1,000% unfiltered eyebrowless goodness.

Everyday Makeup Routine Products

• L'Oreal True Match Hylauronic Tinted Serum: This foundation is lightweight, buildable, and formulated with skin care ingredients. It's incredibly hydrating and leaves a soft, dewy finish. 10 stars!

  
  

  • Shade: Rosy Light
    

• NYX Can't Stop Won't Stop Contour Concealer: A full-coverage, creamy matte concealer that stays put all day—an $8.00 dream product.
  

  • Shade: Natural
    

• Rimmel London Stay Matte Powder: The name rings true! This pressed powder delivers a luxe feel and a flawless, shine-free finish.
  

  • Shade: Natural

    
    

• Milani Baked Highlighter: One sweep instantly brightens my complexion, delivering the perfect touch of shimmer. I've been buying it on repeat for years.
  

  • Shade: Champagne D'oro
    

  Maybelline Expert Wear Eyeshadow Quad: I still love glittery eyeshadow, but the neutral colors in this palette suit me, and the formula is smooth and blendable. Am I an adult now?

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  • Color: Mocha Motion
    

• L'Oreal Lash Paradise Mascara: This mascara does it all— it's volumizing, lengthening, and completely smudge-proof. And, dare I say... my absolute favorite.
  

  • Color: Blackest Black

    
    

• e.l.f. Eyeliner Pen: I tried this budget-friendly liquid eyeliner on a whim, hoping it would live up to my expectations (whatever those are!), and I was so impressed. The felt tip glides on like a dream, and the formula is quick-drying.
  

  • Color: Black
    

• Maybelline Expert Wear Brow Pencil: I've relied on this eyebrow pencil for decades! It effortlessly fills in my (very) sparse brows, and the twin pack ensures fewer trips to the store.
  

  • Shade: Blonde (It's more of a medium-brown)
    

• e.l.f. O Face Satin Lipstick: This lipstick is equally creamy, richly pigmented, and has a pretty satin finish. It's my daily go-to when I'm not slathering on lip gloss.
  

  • Color: Effortless
    

And now, for the magic wand after photo:

I don't know about you, but I rarely go without makeup, even if I stay home all day. Why? Because it makes me feel good. And that's all that really matters.

xoxo, Jacki