Who says you need to spend hundreds of dollars for quality skincare?

If you're thinking about trying out new skincare, don't discount your local drugstore. 

"It really comes down to ingredients and the elegance of formulation," says Dr. Julia Carroll, a dermatologist at Compass Dermatology in Toronto, Ont. 

In many cases, drugstore products feature similar ingredients to those you'd find in a dermatologist's office or high-end store. Though concentrations might be lower or not advertised, there are plenty of affordable skincare options that don't compromise on quality.

Here are Dr. Carroll's top drugstore eye cream picks.

These are her top picks for drugstore facial cleansers, moisturizers, and eye creams. 

Sunscreen

Arguably the most important part of your skincare routine is sunscreen. The easiest part about buying sunscreen is that the best one is the one that you'll use the most, leaving the door wide open to options.

Neutrogena Invisible Daily Defence

Amazon, $16

This SPF 50+ mineral sunscreen protects your skin with titanium dioxide and zinc dioxide. Boosted with vitamin E and ginger, this small pump bottle is easy to have at the ready.

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Aveeno Baby mineral sunscreen stick

Amazon, $14 (was $16)

Stick sunscreens are a must for easy reapplication, or if you're protecting melasma or scarring. 

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L'Oréal paris Bright Reveal SPF 50 Lotion

Shoppers Drug Mart, $46

This broad spectrum SPF is lightweight, non-greasy, and is amped up by antioxidants. Not only is it a great makeup primer, says Dr. Carroll, this product is also a dupe for SkinCeuticals's beloved sunscreen. 

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