21 of the Best Drugstore Bronzers.

There are just so many bronzers on the market, that sometimes I don't even know where to begin. The easiest place to start is perhaps right at your local drugstore. Last weekend I went bronzer browsing at my nearest CVS. 

I quickly noticed the display of bronzers from Lumene. These were almost in front of the door, at the end cap of the beauty section - great placement! The offerings include an Air-Light Bronzing Powder ($12.99), in a golden bronze shade, which is probably best for everyday light bronzing; Skin Couture Pearly Bronzer ($12.99) in Bronze Glow, which is more of a deep bronze to look a bit more naturally bronzed; and a large bronzer which is also an Air-Light Powder ($12.99), but this is in Dark Glow, and it best for a really bronzed goddess look.

Next, I noticed a section of bronzers from Milani Cosmetics. They offer a Powder Bronzer ($4.49) in three shades, which is oil-free, and perfect for any skin type; Tiger Bronzer ($6.49), which is a swirled gel-like soufflé that is swirled in two shades of gleamed gold; beautiful Powder Mosiacs ($7.99), which come in six color palettes; and my favorite, Glimmer Stripes ($6.99) which features a subtle range of five colors striped over one compact, which are fantastic to use on both the cheeks and eyes.

As I continued to browse, I think I found the largest selection of bronzers ever in one single line - Physicians Formula.They offer 40 unique bronzers for any bronzing need. And what I loved about these, is that most of them contained a bit of pink, for a more natural glow. First, there is Bronze Gems ($12.95) Matte & Bright Bronzer, Highlighter, and Eye Shadow Powder on one, and this one comes in four shades; Mineral Wear Talc-Free Bronzing Veil ($11.95), which comes in a flow-through brush dispenser and is available in Light Bronzer, Medium Bronzer, and Bronzer; Shimmer Strips ($11.95) Custom Bronzer, Blush & Eye Shadow, which is similar to Milani's Glimmer Stripes, and is so silky smooth with really fine pearl particles for the most beautiful glimmer, and this palette comes in seven multiple shades; Powder Palette Multi-Colored Bronzer ($12.95), offers the right combo of colors in a pressed powder formula and comes in three shades; Pearls of Perfection Multi-Colored Bronzer ($11.95), which are beads of different bronzed colors that you brush over to get the perfect mix, and this comes in Bronzer and Light Bronzer; Magic Mosaic Multi-Colored Custom Bronzer ($12.95), another one of the most popular bronzer compacts from so many different companies, this comes in two shade combinations; Jungle Fever Bronzer in Leopared & Tiger ($11.95), which are bi-colored bronzers in a cute safari print pattern; Retro-Glow Mosiac Bronzer ($12.95) which is a multi-colored bronzer in a really unique mosaic design with a hint of shimmer; Summer Eclipse Bronzer ($12.95), available in Sunlight, Moonlight, and Starlight; Les Botaniques Botanical Bronzer ($11.95) which are the cutest two tone compacts in SunnyBuddy and SunnyBunch; Solar Powder SPF20 Bronzer $12.95) is available in two shades and is formulated with an SPF fo 20 for an added bonus feature; Mineral Wear Talc-Free Mineral Face Powder ($12.95) is best for acne-prone or sensitive skin with it's unique blend of ingredients coming in both Bronzer and Light Bronzer; Mineral Wear Talc-Free Mineral Loose Powder ($10.95) which is a very gentle formula in a loose powder form; and finally there is Baked Bronzer ($11.95) in Baked Bronze and Baked Tan and can be used wet or dry depending on the depth of color you wish.

In general, most of the drugstore bronzers are under $15 and offer the greatest selection of shades and formulas - I am so very impressed.

What is your favorite drugstore bronzer?

All About the Eyes: MAKE UP FOR EVER Waterproof.

I use waterproof products more in the summer-time than any other time of the year. I cannot tell you how many I have tried with sub-par results. Of course, I point out the ones I really like, and another few that are on the top of my list are these from MAKE UP FOR EVER and their Aqua Collection.

Aqua Smoky Lash - This is a gentle, waterproof formula that lasts until you take it off with eye makeup remover. The lashes you get while using this mascara are amazing. If you crave a  long, thick, fake eyelash look, this one could be for you.

Deep black Micronized Iron Oxide Mineral Pigments coat the eyelash with tiny micro-particles that fully coat each lash with more opaque color. Special Nylon Fibers loaded into the formula to add volume and length to eyelashes. Film-forming Polymers create the waterproof coating. The unique brush utilizes revolutionary new material for the bristles called Thermoplastic Elastomer Fibers which are combined with standard fibers in a spiral formation to penetrate the lashes from root to tip, providing exceptional volume and separation to each lash.

Aqua Black - For the ultimate smudged, smoky eye look that needs to last, try this long-lasting waterproof creamy shadow. If love using this as an eyeliner and then "smudge it out" with my pinky finger. The look is sophisticated, ye not overdone for the summer.

Extremely fine and deep black Micronized Iron Oxide Mineral Pigments create an opaque black when smudged on eyelids. Evaporating Silicon Oils set the pigments on skin and then evaporate for superior hold. Silicon Resin creates extreme water resistance.

Both of these waterproof wonders are avaialble exclusively at Sephora.

All About the Eyes: Lancôme Ôscillation Powerbooster.

If you are either a lash primer devotee or want to plump up the volume a bit more in the lash department, Lancôme Ôscillation Powerbooster is for you.

Ôscillation Powerbooster is based on the same premise as Ôscillation Mascara as in it is also a vibrating wand, except the formula is that of a highly specialized lash primer.

Powerbooster the perfect first step in mascara application as lashes will gain from the formula as an immediate primer and reap the rewards of it's long-lasting formula.  This primer used the  Crescentia Complex coupled with the vibrations to massage the lashes, fortifying them, strengthening them, and boosts natural lash growth - all at the same time.

The vibrating primer enhances the appearance of lash thickness, density and length so that naturally occurring lash growth is more visible/noticeable.

You can use Ôscillation Powerbooster with any mascara, of course; but when used in conjunction with Ôscillation Mascara the results are pretty spectacular. It makes lashes extra long and full with just one application of each the primer and mascara. Use a few coats of each for a dramatic "those are surely not your real lashes" look.

Ôscillation Powerbooster. is available now online and at Lancôme counters nationwide, for $39.00