I think some brands do so for certain product types, but I still find that a lot of powder products (blushes, eyeshadows, etc.) are often less impressive (but not always!), whereas lipstick, lipgloss, eyeliner, and mascara are all categories where drugstore brands have put some really excellent products. I love L’Oreal’s Silkissime Eyeliners, Maybelline Vivids, Maybelline Color Tattoos, L’Oreal Infallible Eyeshadows, L’Oreal Colour Riche Nail Lacquer, Milani’s Eyeliners, Milani’s Baked Blushes… there are tons of products that rival ones from high-end – particularly because high-end isn’t without its fair share of misses.

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