The Replacements: 6 Global Drugstore Beauty Products to Try When You Run Out of Your Own Stash

How to stay glam no matter where in the world you are. 

Occasionally, we unexpectedly run out of our favorite beauty products during a long trip overseas, prompting a mandatory visit to a local pharmacy, grocery, or beauty supply store. And every so often, we're pleasantly surprised to discover an international product alternative that proves to be even better than the one we packed—sometimes, at a fraction of the original cost. Check out some of our favorite products and their equally effective substitutes from around the globe. 

France: Bioderma Sensibio H2O

Micellar water has become a cult-favorite for removing makeup and water-free cleanses. But France's Bioderma Sensibio H2O has become especially world-renown for its deep cleansing and hydrating abilities. If you've run out of your go-to Embryolisse Lotion Micellaire while sight-seeing in Paris (or just want to try this celebrated formula), you won't be disappointed.

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Th U.K.- Batiste Dry Shampoo

So you skipped out on packing traditional shampoo and volumizing sprays for a trip to London, and opted to travel light with a dry shampoo like Drybar Triple Sec 3-in-1. Good call! But if your multipurpose product didn't last as long as you'd hoped, you can find one of the top dry shampoos on the market in the U.K. Batiste Dry Shampoo Original absorbs oil and creates great volume. And if you fall in love with the original formula, Batiste's full range of dry shampoos is also available, stateside!

Photos: (from left) sephora.com, walgreens.com

South Africa: Sorbet Smoothing Body Scrub

Addicted to the intoxicating note of neroli in your Tom Ford Neroli Portofino Shower Gel? Polish your skin with Sorbet Smoothing Body Scrub. The South African alternative is infused with neroli plus, vitamin E and white peach extract for added hydration and anti-aging properties. 

Photos: (from left) sephora.com, sorbet.co.za

Ireland: No7 Skin Illuminator

A great highlighter is essential for any trip abroad (how else will you glow in your Instagram photos and Snapchat stories?). If you're low on your NYX Born To Glow Liquid Illuminator, try No7 Skin Illuminator, ranked one of Ireland's top drugstore beauty buys by the Irish Examiner. The highlighter comes in two shades for fair and deep skin tones. 

Photos: (from left) nyxcosmetics.com, boots.com

Brazil: Risqué Nail Polish

If you're a fan of the vibrant shades that Mundial Impala is known for, when in Brazil, try Risqué. The brand offers a range of bold colors as well as metallics, nail art pens, and more.

Photos: (from left) pinterest.com, brazileiro.com

Let us know what products have come to your rescue while out of town in the comments, below!