Jennifer Ackerly

If you have dry skin, you know the struggle. Your makeup can look cakey or flaky by midday, and that’s frustrating. You don’t need to spend a fortune to fix it. A good drugstore setting spray can lock in your look without sucking out moisture. We tested dozens of affordable sprays to find the best … Read more

If you have dry skin, you know how harsh makeup removal can be. Your face shouldn’t feel tight and stripped after a simple cleanse. Finding a gentle, effective remover at the drugstore is a real challenge. You don’t want to spend a fortune, but you also can’t risk irritating your skin. We tested dozens of … Read more

If you have dry skin, you know the struggle. Your makeup can look flaky and cakey by lunchtime, which is so frustrating. That’s where a great primer comes in. It hydrates your skin and creates a smooth base, so your foundation actually looks good all day. We tested dozens of affordable primers to find the … Read more

If you have dry skin, you know the struggle. Finding a foundation that doesn’t cling to flakes or look cakey can feel impossible. You shouldn’t have to spend a fortune for a smooth, hydrated finish. Luckily, the drugstore aisle is packed with amazing options that won’t break your budget. We tested dozens of foundations to … Read more

If you have dry skin, you know the struggle. Your makeup can look flaky and cakey, no matter how much moisturizer you use. That’s where a great primer comes in. It’s the secret weapon for creating a smooth, hydrated canvas that makes your foundation last all day. We tested dozens of primers to find the … Read more

You don’t always have time for a full brush wash. A good dry cleaner can save your makeup routine in seconds. We know you want to keep your brushes fresh between deep cleans. But with so many sprays and powders, it’s hard to know what works. Our team tested seven popular options on real brushes. … Read more

Finding a full coverage foundation that doesn’t cling to dry patches can feel impossible. You want your skin to look flawless, not flaky or cakey by midday. With so many formulas promising perfection, it’s easy to get lost. We know you’re looking for something that hydrates while it covers, without settling into fine lines. We … Read more

If you have dry skin, you know the struggle. Your makeup can look cakey or cling to dry patches, which is super frustrating. We get it. You want a cover up that hides imperfections without making your skin feel worse. The right formula should hydrate while it conceals. Our team tested dozens of products to … Read more

Contouring with dry skin can feel like a challenge. You want that sculpted look, but you don’t want your makeup to look cakey or cling to dry patches. It’s frustrating when a product that’s supposed to enhance your features just makes your skin look worse. We know you’re looking for something that blends easily and … Read more