Shelby Ann's Drugstore Makeup Haul & First Impressions

GrailPeople · Generated April 21, 2026

In a December 2025 TikTok, creator Shelby Ann (@shelbyannbell) tries out a wave of new drugstore makeup releases, giving her quick, on-camera first impressions.

What did Shelby Ann say about the Essence Bouncy Plump Smoothing Primer?

She noted it's "supposed to be a grippy primer" and that it "definitely has a little bit of a fragrant but I don't mind."

What did Shelby Ann say about the CoverGirl Blush Sticks?

She tried two shades. On Toasted Chai, she said, "I think this is a gorgeous finish." On Sleepy Mauve, she declared, "That shade is stunning." Her overall take: "I really like these blush sticks a lot. These are really really pretty."

What did Shelby Ann say about the L'Oreal Lumi Bronzer?

She used the shade Toasted Sunlight. Shelby Ann said, "I think it is a really beautiful, super blendable, very wearable, beginner friendly... I think this is really pretty and luminous and glowy."

What did Shelby Ann say about the Essence Jelly Grip Hydrating Primer?

She mentioned it's also "supposed to be a grippy primer" and concluded, "I mean can't argue with that."

What did Shelby Ann say about the Maybelline Lifter Concealer?

She used shade 05. She noted, "This is supposed to be a full coverage concealer," and after applying confirmed, "Definitely full coverage."

What did Shelby Ann say about the NYX Wonder Snatch Powder?

Her first reaction was, "Look how tiny this is." She also shared, "I love a pink powder."

What tool did Shelby Ann use to apply makeup?

She used a Fresh pawpaw sponge, stating, "Fresh pawpaw sponge for this. Just going to tap."

What did Shelby Ann say about the Revolution Skin Silk Foundation?

She wore the shade F6.5N. Shelby Ann said, "Dare I say I've actually really been liking this... Immediately gorgeous coverage."

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