Some of my most trusted beauty products aren't those found at any fancy department store.  These simple products are what get me through the day looking and feeling fabulous at practically no cost.

My favorite way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon is wandering around the aisles of my neighborhood Walgreens.  Here are a few items that I have found during hours of exploring that are my treasured products that I must dish about.

1.  Physician's Formula Powder Palette Pressed Powder, Light Bronzer: I have tried every Physician's Formula bronzer under the sun.  Some are way too dark for my pale complexion and most go-on with a golden sheen that leaves me looking sweaty and unready for the day.  With all of that aside, this one not only takes the P.F. cake, but also beats out the dozens of other bronzers tried.  Don't think twice about the price at a cool $11.95.

2.  Olay Body Quench Body Lotion, Ultra Moisture: I used to shy away from fancy looking lotions, thinking that they wouldn't contain anything good for my skin.  I felt that the only drugstore real deal were lotions along the lines of Vaseline Intensive Care.  When Olay came out with their silky purple bottles of Quench Body Lotion, I swore that I would not be fooled.  A couple of pumps of it at a friend's house and a quick read-up on its contents later, and I'm sold.  Get it for chump change at a cheap $7.99 a pop.

3. CoverGirl Advanced Radiance Restorative Cream Foundation, Ivory:  This thick and creamy formula goes on as smooth as a powder, while successfully covering up all the little nicks and blemishes that we wish would just disappear.  My whole household swears by this drugstore steal, a real deal.  I have skin as fair as snow, but don't fret, my Sparkle*Shelfing pets! This foundation comes in over 12 different shades.  Get hip to my creamy CoverGirl beauty tip at only $10.39.

4.  CoverGirl Wetslicks Fruit Splash Spritzers Lip Gloss, Lemon Splash: You might remember this number accompanying Saliesha in one of her winning shoots on America's Next Top Model a few cycles back.  I shy away from too much color in my lip gloss. The slight hint of tint in Lemon Splash gives my lips a healthy glow that I try not to go without.  Wanna be on top? It only takes $4.99. 

5.  Maybelline Express Finish Advanced Wear Anti-Chip Color, Racy Red: It's quick drying and full of red hot shine.  I love this shade because even on my super-short nails it still looks great.  Also, this product allows for quick touch-ups on the go, which for a busy blogger like myself, is key.  Fall in love for a mere $3.29.