TikTok convinced me to try these and… they’re actually better than my €40 stuff. All drugstore, all under €20, all look like Sephora on your face. I swatched everything so you don’t waste money.
Why it’s viral: 100M+ uses on #tiktokmademebuyit. “False lash effect” for €5
Why it works: The conic brush grabs every lash. No clumps, no smudge 12h.
Real talk: Hard to remove, get oil cleanser .
Essence Lash Princess Mascara
Why it’s viral: Hailey Bieber “brownie glazed lips” dupe. Every shade sold out 2024-2025
Why it works: Not sticky, smells like cake, layers over any lipstick.
Real talk: Shade “Madeline” on everyone. Buy 2 — you’ll pan it.
NYX Butter Gloss
Why it’s viral: Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter dupe for €14 vs €49
Why it works: Mix with foundation or wear alone. Glowy, not greasy.
Real talk: Shade 2 is everyone’s match. Looks orange if you overdo it.
e.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Filter
Why it’s viral: Fenty Gloss Bomb dupe with hyaluronic acid
Why it works: XL wand = 1 swipe full lips. Makes lips look filled.
Real talk: “Ice” shade on every skin tone. Slight tingling = plumping.
Maybelline Lifter Gloss
Why it’s viral: Anastasia Brow Wiz dupe for 1/3 price
Why it works: 0.5mm tip draws real hairs. Stays through gym.
Real talk: “Ash Brown” is not ash. Get “Taupe” if you’re blonde.
NYX Micro Brow Pencil
Why it’s viral: Milk Hydro Grip dupe. Grips makeup 12h+
Why it works: Sticky gel texture. Foundation doesn’t move, even in summer.
Real talk: Wait 60s to get tacky or it pills. Less is more.
e.l.f. Power Grip Primer
Why it’s viral: Rare Beauty blush dupe. #coldmegirl trend
Why it works: Buttery texture, pigmented, zero patchiness.
Real talk: Shade “Peach Passion” looks expensive on every skin tone.
Cheek Lover Marbled Blush
Why it’s viral: 16h wear. Eat, drink, kiss — it stays. #transferproof
Why it works: Vinyl finish = gloss without smudging on cups.
Real talk: Only comes off with oil cleanser. Micellar won’t touch it.
Maybelline SuperStay Vinyl Ink
Why it’s viral: Dior Lip Oil dupe. 50M+ posts #hydratinggloss
Why it works: 8 shades, huge doe-foot, not sticky. Makes lips look juicy.
Real talk: “Missed Call” is the viral cherry shade. Looks good on everyone.
NYX Fat Oil Lip Drip
Why it’s viral: Benefit Hoola Lite dupe. #oldmoneyblonde bronzer
Why it works: Neutral tone, no orange. Baked = never muddy.
Essence Baby Got Bronze
Why it’s viral: Fenty Pro Filt’r dupe. “Camera ready skin” reviews
Why it works: Dropper bottle, matte, full coverage, 24 shades.
Real talk: Dries FAST. Mix with moisturizer if you’re dry.
Catrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation
Why it’s viral: OG 2014 product that TikTok brought back. #baseeyeshadow
Why it works: Creamy crayon = eye primer + shimmer base in one.
Real talk: “Milk” makes any eyeshadow pop. Set it or it creases.