Look Fabulous Without Breaking the Bank
Who doesn’t want a bit of luxury? Expensive beauty products promise clear skin, plump lips and on-fleek brows, but they tend to come with hefty price tags. Wouldn’t it be great if you could have the same luxury effects for less? Well, you can! There are great, affordable alternatives for many of your favorite high-end beauty products that not only promise overall on-trend look-alikes, but also deliver similar or identical results.
Here, we’re going to spill the beans on 10 beauty dupes that will make you look good, save you money, and have you thinking ‘10/10 … would buy again!’ For nearly all the dupes, the thousands of reviewers are an eclectic mix of beauty lovers and beauty professionals who, most importantly, agree that these inexpensive alternatives really work! So, without further ado, you ready to spill some secrets? Let’s go!
1. Tarte Shape Tape Concealer vs. e.l.f. 16HR Camo Concealer
Why It’s a Dupe
Though it’s expensive (despite everything Tarte makes being quite costly for the quality) her Shape Tape Concealer stands out as one of the most long-lasting, full-coverage ones there is. So when I found somewhere selling e.l.f. ‘s 16HR Camo Concealer for £5 (rather than the £20 the real thing costs), I lunged at it.
“Will a cheaper concealer really work as well?”
youtubers love the $3 e.l.f. Camo Concealer because it ‘blends well and has great coverage’ – plus, you can buy enough for contouring and highlighting because it’s so cheap!
2. Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz vs. NYX Micro Brow Pencil
Why It’s a Dupe
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz cult favorite: gives brows a precise, natural finish Fine-tipped NYX Micro Brow Pencil ranges in colors and delivers similarly finely drawn brows Available for $21 (£16) and $10 (£8) on beautymart.com
How To: Ever wanted to get a perfect brow look with a drugstore product? Keep reading!
3. Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder vs. Coty Airspun Loose Face Powder
Why It’s a Dupe
The same goes for Laura Mercier’s setting powder – Coty Airspun Loose Face Powder does the job just as well when it comes to setting makeup and cutting shine, for a fraction of the price.
“Does the cheaper powder last as long?”
The lightweight, finely milled formula leaves a powdery layer on the skin, which helps keep foundation in place longer and creates a flawless, airbrushed finish. Coty Airspun has been on the market for a long time.
4. NARS Orgasm Blush vs. Milani Baked Blush in Luminoso
Why It’s a Dupe
NARS Orgasm is made famous for its universally flattering peachy-pink, shimmery colour – Milani’s Baked Blush in Luminoso gives an almost identical shade and glow for a much cheaper price.
Curious about more affordable blush options that mimic high-end products? Stay tuned!
5. Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara vs. L’Oreal Lash Paradise Mascara
Why It’s a Dupe
Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara creates both volume and length. L’Oréal Lash Paradise Mascara has the same dramatic effect with a similarly lush brush and formula as the latter.
“Will the drugstore mascara clump or flake?”
A favorite among the drugstore crowd due to its smooth application and long-lasting effect, L’Oreal Lash Paradise proves that you don’t have to splurge on expensive standards such as Benefit Roller lash.
6. MAC Lipstick in Ruby Woo vs. Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink in Pioneer
Why It’s a Dupe
If you’re looking for a classic red lipstick, nothing beats MAC’s Ruby Woo, but if you want fairly identical color and insane longevity without the price tag, try Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink in Pioneer.
Looking for other affordable lipstick dupes? We’ve got more coming up!
7. Benefit Hoola Bronzer vs. Physicians Formula Butter Bronzer
Why It’s a Dupe
Fans of the famously natural look-of sun-kissed skin made possible by Benefit’s Hoola Bronzer will skip a beat over Physicians Formula’s Butter Bronzer. Packed in a similar size to the Benefit canister, but slightly cheaper, the formula is matte, smooth, and blendable.
“Will the cheaper bronzer look chalky?”
Physicians Formula Butter Bronzer, with its hydrating, buildable sheen and antioxidant-rich vitamin E, allows for a bronzed hue – tan, shadow, stigma – to blend in subtly and convincingly.
8. GlamGlow Supermud Clearing Treatment vs. Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay
Why It’s a Dupe
Glam Glow’s Supermud? It’s basically a potent pore-cleansing mask, but so is Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay – 100 percent natural calcium bentonite clay, extremely inexpensive, and horrible to fit into a conversation.
Would you like advice on different ways to use this Universal Multitasking Clay Mask? Carry on reading below!
9. Sunday Riley Good Genes vs. The Ordinary Lactic Acid 10% + HA
Why It’s a Dupe
Sunday Riley’s Good Genes is beloved for its lactic acid treatment, but The Ordinary’s Lactic Acid 10 percent + HE will do the same for your skin and costs a fraction of the price.
“Is it safe to use a stronger acid from a cheaper brand?”
And even though Ordinary’s formulations are extremely simple and totally effective, they’re safe and trustworthy when it comes to skincare.
10. Fresh Soy Face Cleanser vs. Yes To Cucumbers Gentle Milk Cleanser
Why It’s a Dupe
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser is a gentle, all-purpose cleanser for all skin types. Yes To Cucumbers Gentle Milk Cleanser yields more or less the same experience – soothing and cleansing – at considerably less cost to much-abused sensitive skin.
“Will the affordable cleanser be as gentle on my skin?”
Yes To Cucumbers Gentle Milk Cleanser has cucumber and aloe as its active soothing ingredients, and it won’t irritate the skin.
Beauty on a Budget
If you don’t want to sacrifice quality for affordability, these 10 dupes prove that you don’t have to. From concealer to cleanser, you can make the same miracles with these budget-friendly cult products.
Save money on beauty routines by these beauty dupes under $20. Want more beauty tricks on a budget? Try these affordable dupes today and see what happens. Let me know..