A handpicked collection of beauty must-haves that actually deliver. From splurge-worthy favourites to clever budget finds and everyday essentials, these picks make getting ready effortless, fun, and a little bit addictive.
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The Dupe Directory đ°
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Clear Skin Incoming đ
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Good Hair Days Only â¨
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Go-To Glam đ
My go-to, always-reliable staples. From mascara to blush, these are the products I reach for again and again - effortless, flattering, and perfect for daily wear.
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Super soft, glowy blush with high pigment!
Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Luminous Powder Blush
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Favourite affordable product to blur pores! Works as an excellent base for the T-zone area.
e.l.f. Poreless Putty Face Primer
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The most buttery, blurring powder for everyday wear! On lazy days, I can even use this with a puff under my eyes and no concealer to brighten up my face!
Kosas Cloud Set Setting Powder
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The shade âPuffâ makes for the perfect clean girl look. If you want more depth, the shade âStormâ is great for a warm but subdued look!
Glossier Cloud Paint
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If you want your brows to stay in place no matter what, this product is what you need! Itâs the perfect clear brow gel that doesnât flake or cake up on the brows and itâs from the drugstore!
LâOrĂŠal Paris Infallible 24H Brow Laminationa
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My go-to lip balm for any time! The perfect consistency without feeling goopy or too thick but still allowing for maximum hydration. Use this lip balm at night for healing or in the day over your favourite lip liner for a glossy look.
Laneige Lip Glowy Balm
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This is my go-to palette for any look whether it be for a casual day at the office or a night out. With its compact size, itâs also perfect for travel!
Anastasia Beverly Hills Sultry Mini Eyeshadow Palette
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This is my go-to brush set for everyday and special occasions. Being super soft and durable with handles that donât get dirty easily puts these at the top of my must-have list!
EIGSHOW 15 PC Makeup Brush Set
Luxury Worth It đ
High-end products that are worth the splurge. Think luxe textures, stunning finishes, and those iconic pieces that elevate your routine and make every swipe feel special.
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Adds the perfect flush to the cheeks and blends effortlessly without removing makeup underneath. If you want a flush of colour with high pigment and low effort, this product is the one!
Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks Blush Stick
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These lipsticks are creamy and long lasting! While the price may be high, the single swipe pigment and beautiful packaging make for a luxurious experience worth every penny.
Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick
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No foundation has left me with dewier, flawless looking skin! While it may be pricey, this foundation has it all for those with dry skin. It doesnât cling to dry patches, leaves a smooth finish without sinking into pores, and has an ethereal glow tha...
MAKEUP BY MARIO SurrealSkinÂŽ Luminous Hydrating Foundation
The Dupe Directory đ°
Affordable dupes that rival the luxe originals. Same vibe, similar finish, friendlier price tag - smart picks that keep your game game strong without breaking the bank.
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This glowy bronzer is a PERFECT dupe of the Hourglass ambient bronzing powders. If you want glow at a fraction of the price, this is your product!
If you want hairspray for the FACE, this is it! This product rivals One/Size Beautyâs On âTil Dawn setting spray perfectly at a major cost discount!
L'Oreal Paris Infallible XL 3-Second Spray
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This product is the perfect sticky base for any routine! It gives the exact same tack and moisturizing properties as Milkâs Hydro Grip primer for a better price!
e.l.f. Power Grip Primer
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These lip balms are an amazing DUPE to the viral Summer Fridays lip butters. With gorgeous shades and a smooth, creamy consistency, this lip balm is absolutely worth its price!
e.l.f. Glow Reviver Melting Lip Balm
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This powder is an amazing dupe of the Kosas Cloud Set loose powder in Translucent Candy. With its blurring and pore-minimizing properties and its soft pink hue, itâs the perfect powder to set and brighten!
THE dupe of the Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter. This product leaves the skin gleaming without over-emphasizing texture of pores. Perfect for that glowy everyday look!
e.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Filter
Clear Skin Incoming đ
Your glow-up starts here. ⨠This is my curated lineup of skincare that actually makes a visible difference â think gentle cleansers, barrier-loving moisturizers, breakout fighters, and glow-boosting extras that help you wake up clearer and more confi...
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This cleanser is the perfect addition to my routine to keep acne at bay while not stripping my dry, sensitive skin! I use this cleanser every second day and let it sit for a minute or two to get its maximum benefits!
Cetaphil Gentle Salicylic Acid Cleanser
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The only retinoid you need for clear skin! If youâre in the US, you can get this product over the counter but in Canada, it requires a prescription. I highly recommend getting your hands on this product if you want clear, glass skin!
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Differin Acne Treatment Gel
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This product is the perfect serum to sandwich between your retinoid and moisturizer if you have sensitive skin. It gives the right amount of moisture without creating a thick layer on the skin that prevents your retinoid from doing its work.
COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Essence
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My all-time favourite barrier cream! Perfect for those dry, Winter months or to use after your retinoid to create an occlusive barrier on the skin.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Face Cream
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My go-to moisturizer and SPF in one for lazy days where I donât feel like doing a full skin routine. It handles the two necessary steps to keep your skin soft and minimize sun damage. Sounds like a win to me!
BiorĂŠ UV Aqua Rich Weightless Moisturizer SPF 50
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An absolute miracle mist for your skin. I use this alone on lazy days or layered with my moisturizer to lock in hydration and quench the skin.
AESTURA ATOBARRIER365 Moisturizing Cream Mist
Good Hair Days Only â¨
Your shortcut to soft, shiny hair. This is my curated lineup of ride-or-die shampoos, masks, styling heroes, and growth essentials that actually deliver. Whether youâre recovering from heat damage, growing it out, or just chasing that glossy âfresh b...
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The BEST shampoo for fine, damaged hair. Use this along with its matching conditioner to repair damaged hair cuticles and leave your hair looking fresh and shiny!
LâOrĂŠal Paris Sulfate-Free Bond Repair Shampoo
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The BEST conditioner for fine, damaged hair. Use this along with its matching shampoo to repair damaged hair cuticles and leave your hair looking fresh and shiny!
LâOrĂŠal Paris Sulfate-Free Bond Repair Conditioner
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This shampoo is the ULTIMATE hair reset product and itâs from the drugstore! Use this product once a week along with a conditioning hair mask to reset your hair and scalp from product build-up.
LâOrĂŠal Paris Sulfate-Free Clarifying Shampoo
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No matter how many new hair care products come out on the market, I always find my way back to this one! Using just 2-3 drops on the ends of your hairs makes a major difference in shine and helps to repair and prevent split ends!
OLAPLEX NÂş.7 Bonding Hair Oilâ˘
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This styling cream adds just the right amount of grit to your hair to help hold any style together but without feeling greasy. Its fresh scent is also a plus!
dae Cactus Fruit 3-in-1 Styling Cream
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I love using this product on lazy wash days where I donât feel like having to fully style my wavy hair. Simply put a bit of this product in your hair and scrunch to create some curls then let it air dry!
JVN Complete Air Dry Cream
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This product has been my ride-or-die for over a decade now! Acting as a heat protector, leave-in treatment and frizz reducer in one puts this at the top of my recommendation list. Bonus that one bottle lasts a super long time!
It's a 10 Miracle Leave-In Conditioner
Everything Shower Energy đż
This is your full reset in product form. đŤ§â¨ Think exfoliating scrubs, luxe body washes, shave essentials, silky lotions, and the little upgrades that turn a basic rinse into a full self-care ritual. Whether itâs your Sunday deep-clean shower or a mi...
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If youâre looking for a luxurious product (on a budget) to add to your shower routine, this is the one! This shower oil lathers beautifully and leaves your skin feeling silky smooth without a film after. The perfect way to add a bit of self-care to y...
Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Wash
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This product smells so yummy and leaves your skin feeling silky smooth!
DAISE Exfoliating Body Scrub in Vanilla Glow
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One of the most delicious smelling and moisturizing shower oils on the market. If youâre willing to splurge a little for that luxe everything shower feel, this is worth the money!
Sol de Janeiro DelĂcia Drench Shower Oil
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If youâre looking for a sun-kissed glow on a budget, this is the perfect product! Its buttery formula with a tropical scent almost transports you to the beach and its colour payoff makes it worth the extra splurge at the drugstore!