An integral part of womanhood is having that handful of beauty products you absolutely live and die by. Your holy grails, if you will. You know, the ones that have never left your routine since the day you first used them. Tossing them into your cart is always a no-brainer, and you simply feel incomplete without them on deck at all times. Of course, trying out different products is always fun, too—discovering a new go-to that you know you’ll be using for the long haul elicits such an unmatched feeling of exhilaration.
Our editors recently got to talking about some of their own personal hidden gem products that they never pass up, from makeup to skincare and even oral care must-haves. And what do they all have in common? They can all be found at CVS, and they all happen to be a part of their annual Epic Beauty Sale. From March 31 to April 13, in addition to many discounts and BOGO offers, you can get up to $100 in ExtraBucks each week when you shop with your ExtraCare card. This means you can earn money to spend in-store on anything you’d like simply by buying your favorite beauty products. Trust us, you definitely don’t want to sleep on these amazing deals, so be sure to sign up (it’s completely free, BTW) and get to shopping ASAP.
Here are just a few of the drugstore items our editors swear by that you should consider picking up if you’re in search of a new holy grail yourself:
Meet Our Editors
MADELINE GALASSI
Fashion Editor
Skin Type: Dry
Hair Type: Fine, Straight
EMMA GINSBERG
Editorial & Podcast Assistant
Skin Type: Dry
Hair Type: Fine, Curly
KEELY GEIST
Senior Social Media Editor
Skin Type: Normal
Hair Type: Curly
STEPH ALLEVA CORNELL
Branded Content Editor
Skin Type: Dry
Hair Type: Thick, Curly
KAIA GROBE
Video Content Editor
Skin Type: Combination
Hair Type: Thin, Wavy
MADDI GOODWIN
Account Manager
Skin Type: Combination
Hair Type: Thin, Curly
JULIA POULTER
Senior Managing Editor
Skin Type: Combination
Hair Type: Thin, Wavy
BELLA GIL
Editorial Fashion Assistant
Skin Type: Oily
Hair Type: Thick, Wavy
ASHLEY SELLEKE
Branded Content Managing Editor
Skin Type: Normal/Dry
Hair Type: Medium, Straight
MEGAN KEMP
Senior Sales Manager, Brand Partnerships
Skin Type: Combination
Hair Type: Thick, Straight
MCKENNA PRINGLE
Branded Content Editorial Assistant
Skin Type: Oily
Hair Type: Thick, Wavy
TRISHA SPROUSE
Branded Content Editor
Skin Type: Combination
Hair Type: Thick, Wavy
Epic Beauty Sale Deals for March 31-April 13
L’Oreal Paris
“This mascara separates, lifts, and curls the lashes like nothing else I’ve ever tried, and never, ever looks clumpy. This is a drugstore staple for a reason, and I always have it in my makeup bag.”
– Maddie Galassi, Senior Fashion Editor
Buy 2, get $5 in ExtraBucks
Bubble
“This is a great simple moisturizer that doesn’t feel too heavy or too light. Plus, the packaging is super fun!”
-Kaia Grobe, Video Content Editor
Buy 1, get $3 in ExtraBucks
Billie
“I have extremely sensitive skin, so getting little knicks and skin irritation from shaving has always been a problem for me. But this razor changed the game—my skin is left smooth and bump-free every single time.”
– McKenna Pringle, Branded Content Editorial Assistant
Buy 2, get $5 in ExtraBucks
Eva NYC
“I’ve tried almost every dry shampoo out there, and this is the one I always return to. Not only does it keep my hair non-oily for days on end, but it gives volume like no other. ”
-Bella Gil, Editorial Fashion Assistant
Spend $30, get $10 in ExtraBucks
Revlon
“I am obsessed with how glowy this makes my skin. It’s lightweight and buildable, and I love that it pulls double-duty as skincare with ingredients like Vitamin C & E.”
– Trisha Sprouse, Branded Content Editor
Spend $25, get $6 in ExtraBucks
Hero Cosmetics
“I have a stockpile of these Hero pimple patches, and when I’m running low, I automatically enter panic mode. There is no better product to have on hand for those emergency zits, and after one night of use, my blemishes are flatter and less red, making them much easier to cover with makeup.”
– Ashley Selleke, Branded Content Managing Editor
Spend $25, get $5 in ExtraBucks
Hismile
“They say a smile is your best accessory, so I’ve made it a mission to make mine as sparkling white as possible! When I’m looking for a quick fix before a night out, I’ll always reach for the Hismile Color Correcting Serum to instantly brighten my teeth and conceal yellow stains. The best part? You only need 30 seconds for a quick brush to see a difference!”
– Maddi Goodwin, Account Manager
Buy 1, get $5 in ExtraBucks
Garnier SkinActive
“I recently started using micellar water again, and I have to say, nothing quite beats the Garnier brand. It gets my makeup off super effectively without leaving my skin feeling dried out.”
-Emma Ginsberg, Editorial & Podcast Assistant
Buy 2, Get $5 in ExtraBucks
Mielle
“My curls rejoice every time I use the Mielle Strengthening Oil. It’s ideal for low porosity hair and helps restore shine and moisture.”
-Steph Alleva Cornell, Branded Content Editor
Spend $20, get $10 in ExtraBucks
Milani
“This blush gives my cheeks a cute pop of color with just the right amount of shimmer to help my skin look dewy!”
-Kaia Grobe, Video Content Editor
Spend $20, get $10 in ExtraBucks
CeraVe
“I use a prescription Retin-A product which can leave my skin susceptible to dryness. This NO-SOAP cleanser was not only recommended by my aesthetician, but I have been using it for probably 15 years now. Cannot go wrong and does NOT dry your face out!”
– Megan Kemp, Senior Sales Manager
Spend $30, get $10 in ExtraBucks
Conair
“My naturally wavy and thick hair holds curls well, so this Conair Double Ceramic Curling Iron has become a hero product for me on hair-washing days. This curling iron heats up fast, stays hot, and creates the perfect curls with its 1 1/4-inch barrel. The best part? Its double-ceramic design helps my hair from getting frizzy and stay curled for days!”
– Julia Poulter, Managing Editor
Spend $30, get $10 in ExtraBucks
Neutrogena
“I love switching from an intense cream moisturizer to a water-based moisturizer for the summer when I don’t need something as heavy on my skin. This one from Neutrogena is perfect for those hot, sticky days when you want to wear as little on your face as possible: it’s light while still leaving your skin super hydrated.”
– Keely Geist, Senior Social Media Editor
Spend $20, get $10 in ExtraBucks
This post is sponsored by CVS, but all of the opinions within are those of The Everygirl editorial board.
