E! Illustration/ Courtesy of L’Oreal, AlmayThese days, drugstore makeup is so good that celebrity makeup artists told E! they used it to create flawless glam for fashion’s biggest night—the Met Gala.
Everyone from Kendall Jenner to Miranda Kerr was rocking a full face of drugstore makeup, proving that affordable brands can deliver prestige-level quality without the luxury price tag.
- L’Oreal was used to create sculpted looks for Kendall Jenner, Cara Delevingne, and Simone Ashley.
- Theromantic makeup featured on Miranda Kerr was achieved using a full face of Almay.
From a setting spray that locks in makeup for hours to a primer for perfectly prepped skin and powders that blur, set, and mattify, these long-wear picks are responsible for makeup that looked as good heading to the after-party as it did arriving to the steps.
Thanks to these budget-friendly drugstore products, recreating Met Gala glam has never been easier (or more affordable). Read on to shop the products that celebrity makeup artists used to create museum-worthy makeup on their famous clients.
L’Oreal Paris Infallible 3-Second Setting Spray Mist
Seal in your look with a few sprays of this setting mist, which is also loved by Ciara Miller and Whitney Leavitt. The ultra-fine mist ensures long-lasting, transfer-resistant wear while keeping skin looking fresh.
Almay Hydra-Prime Moisturizing Primer
To create a smooth, hydrated base, apply a few pumps of this moisturizing primer. It not only preps skin for makeup application but also moisturizes, smooths, and prevents creasing.
L’Oreal Paris Hyaluron Tint Lip Stain Serum
The secret to a lip combo that lasts? This lip tint. Since it’s infused with hyaluronic acid, it prevents lips from getting crusty. Pro tip: apply the product, let it sit for a minute, and wipe it off to reveal a just-bitten stain that lasts for hours.
L’Oreal Paris Infallible Blur-fection Longwear Loose Setting Powder
Whether you bake or lightly set the T-zone, this loose setting powder blurs and brightens, in addition to absorbing excess oil and cutting shine.
Almay Lip and Cheek Tint
To achieve that lit-from-within flush, tap this creamy tint onto the apples of the cheeks for a soft, romantic glow. The unqiue formula adjusts to the pH of your skin, leaving you with a natural wash of color.
L’Oreal Paris Extensionist Mascara
Want bold lashes? Apply a few coats of this mascara that will extend and sculpt your lashes thanks to a curved applicator that allows for easy root to tip coverage.
L’Oreal Paris Colour Riche Intense Volume Matte Lipstick
A matte lip always lasts longest, which is why this precise lipstick is ideal for long nights. It delivers an intense color payoff with a matte finish that won’t smudge, bleed, or flake.
L’Oreal Paris Infallible Fresh Wear Soft Matte Longwear Bronzer
Bring a sun-kissed warmth to your face with this matte, waterproof bronzer. It’s part of L’Oreal’s Infallible line, which promises up to 24 hours of wear.
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