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Best Drugstore Beauty Product No. 21: CoverGirl Clump Crusher Extensions LashBlast Mascara, $7.99
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8.6*

Why it's great: "If you love dark, dramatic lashes, this is for you," says one reviewer. "Put on as much as you want, there is ... no clump." Another reader is impressed with the wand on this drugstore beauty gem, which she says is one of the best she has ever used. "I honestly look like I have more lashes ... as if some lashes just magically appeared."

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for CoverGirl Clump Crusher Extensions LashBlast Mascara here.

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Best Drugstore Beauty Product No. 20: Revlon ColorStay Makeup for Normal/Dry Skin, $12.99
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8.6*

Why it's great: This foundation is one of the best drugstore makeup buys for readers who don't want to sacrifice coverage for cost. They love that it provides "full coverage with a matte finish" and "blends well without having that heavy makeup feel." Nearly every reviewer raved about its staying power, saying that it truly lasts all day. As one reader puts it, this foundation is "the bomb."

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Revlon ColorStay Makeup for Normal/Dry Skin here.

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Best Drugstore Beauty Product No. 19: NYX Cosmetics Concealer Jar, $5
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8.7*

Why it's great: This little jar contains a "heavy duty" concealer that impressed reviewers with its ability to "cover a variety of imperfections," like dark circles and red spots. "I'm stunned that NYX is able to offer this long-lasting jar for only five dollars," said one reviewer. While some readers complained that the coverage was too thick, those with under-eye bags say it "does its job."

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for NYX Cosmetics Concealer Jar here.

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Best Drugstore Beauty Product No. 18: Dove Advanced Care Cool Essentials Deodorant, $5.79
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8.7*

Why it's great: Who could say no to a drugstore buy that makes you smell "addictive" all day long? Readers love this line of garden-fresh Dove deodorants because they go on smooth, "don't leave those weird, unflattering white streaks on clothes" and are "soothing and effective."

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Dove Advanced Care Cool Essentials Deodorant here.

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Best Drugstore Beauty Product No. 17: Maybelline New York Eye Studio Master Precise Liquid Liner, $7.99
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8.8*

Why it's great: "This is a great, budget-friendly liquid eyeliner," says one reader. "The applicator comes to a fine point, making this really easy to use." Reviewers are also fans of the matte finish and "precise" application. If you want to achieve the "perfect cat eye," try this liner.

Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Maybelline New York Eye Studio Master Precise Ink Pen Eyeliner here.

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We can all agree -- there is something deeply satisfying about saving money. And nothing gives us more of a rush than scoring an amazing lipstick or mascara without spending a fortune. See, drugstore-aisle enthusiasts like us believe that it is possible to improve your look and trim your budget at the same time.

But the drugstore makeup and beauty aisle is notoriously difficult to navigate -- with so many options to choose from, it can be tough to know which drugstore makeup and beauty products are worth your money. So we read through a motherload of reviews on the best drugstore hair products, makeup and skin care in order to bring you a master list of the best budget-friendly buys from drugstore brands like Dove, Maybelline and Revlon. Think of this list of the 26 best drugstore beauty product buys as your means to cosmetic and financial bliss.

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