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Here at Strategist, we love to hear about everyday things that really work. That way of thinking extends to drug store beauty products to us medicine cabinets, shower caddiesand cosmetic bags. In our new series “A Place of Beauty,” we’ll be talking to people in the beauty industry — estheticians, hair stylists, makeup artists, dermatologists, etc. — about the affordable products they stock. Backseat Beauty .Vincent Oquendo on his favorite drug products.
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I’m a big fan of the multipack, which has natural, volume, and wispy lashes. I just love the wispy lash, but if you’re not sure what you like, it’s a great way to try different styles. You can also mix and match. I don’t think makeup has rules.
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It sounds basic, but I’m a huge fan of Evian sprays. I just got this quiet one, and I really like the way this spray feels and smells. It’s a great way to freshen up your makeup and add a little moisture. I just worked with Jessica Alba for three days and I used it on her. He likes things like this, too.
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My clients and I are always on the go, so these collagen peptide packs really help pick them up quickly. It has become a staple for me.
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In terms of drugs, it can be difficult to find mascara in good colors, especially burgundy. This one is puffy, and I love the teddy-bear brush because it really exfoliates the brows. Burgundy looks expensive – it represents a luxurious mascara.
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I collect this and give it to my clients to take with them. It doesn’t get cake, it doesn’t have a flashback [when makeup appears white in photos]and it does not weigh down the skin.
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This liner gives you a plump, concentrated, plump lip without the hard work – you can skip all the blending steps. Wear it alone for a velvety matte lip, or top it with a gloss to add shine.
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elf has changed the game for drugstore skin products. They do it very well. The ingredients are comparable to luxury, and work for every skin type. Hats off to them, because it’s not easy. This cover will work well for anyone, any age. I like to apply it to the skin, let it dry a bit, then blend it out.
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I don’t like to layer the skin with heavy moisturizers because then the skin products don’t stick – and that’s when makeup starts to look nice. This is light on the skin with a water gel texture similar to high end cosmetics. I use it, wipe off any excess, and then go in with skin products.
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I’m a sucker with a pointed cotton swab. I use them to clean up makeup mistakes. They give you more control and precision when editing things.
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It’s a kit tool because it helps me get the best results on the eyes, and it’s not greasy. I like the pink one for sensitive skin and the yellow one with vitamin C, which is bright.
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What many people don’t know is that Tweezerman curlers come in different colors, so you can choose one based on your color. If you have blonde or red lashes, you want to use a dark gunmetal shade because you can see your lashes against it. If you have dark hair, silver or rose gold works well. You need to see your curled hair against the curler to reduce the risk of tangling.
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I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the tried-and-true Maybelline Tattoo Studio Gel Liner. Perfect for your water feature – great anywhere. They have beautiful browns and blacks and even metallic, playful colors. They are waterproof, so they last all day.
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This is an amazing dupe of high end sprays. It’s a little more watery in application than other sprays, so you want to use sparingly. But does it work like the more expensive versions? I say yes. I used it on the red carpet. I’ve used it on several A-listers. It works.
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