Benable — create shareable lists of things you recommend!
E.g., products you love, local businesses, travel recs - you can add anything to a Benable list!
My Wallet's Happy & So Is My Face! Top Affordable Makeup Picks
29
items Discover the ultimate list of affordable makeup products that truly deliver amazing results! This curated guide is packed with drugstore gems and budget-friendly finds perfect for anyone looking to elevate their beauty routine without breaking the ba...
Sections
7
Foundation
Concealer
Blush/Highlighter
Bronzer
Lips
Setting Powder/Sprays
Foundation
Of all the amazing, affordable foundations on the market, I always come back to these. I've used them for years and can't recommend them enough!
🫶🏻 Obsessed with this foundation stick! It’s that good—grab it now and thank me later. ✨
Milani Conceal + Perfect Blur Out Skin Tint
This is, without a doubt, my favorite affordable foundation. Period. It provides excellent coverage, blurs imperfections, and lasts all day long😘
L'Oreal Infallible Foundation
The Wet n Wild Photo Focus Foundation is truly incredible! It wears super well all day without any oxidation or creasing. Best of all, it doesn't break me out, which is a huge win.
Wet n Wild Photo Focus Foundation
Does not clog pores. And the formula contains flexible micro-powders that help blur the appearance of pores, and stop shine.
Maybelline
A huge thank you to my mom for this recommendation! This foundation has been around for years, and now I know why. It blends out incredibly smoothly, covers redness, evens out skin tone, and still feels completely lightweight. It's a true classic for...
Revlon ColorStay Longwear Foundation
Concealer
Dark circles? Not anymore! These are my absolute favorite concealers for brightening up the under-eye area. They’ve been a go-to in my makeup routine for years, and I can't recommend them enough.
🫶🏻 Hands down one of the best—if not the best—undereye correctors I own. Performs even better than Smashbox.
Pixi - Brightening Peach Correction Concentrate Concealer
This product is a fantastic multi-tasker for any makeup bag. I personally love using it to clean up the lines under my eyebrows for a sharp, polished look.
NYX Pro Fix Stick Concealer Stick
Just as good as the luxury favorite, Tarte Shape Tape, this concealer offers incredible coverage without the high price tag. Some might even say it's better!
COVERGIRL TruBlend Undercover Concealer
This concealer is incredibly easy to blend, whether you prefer using a sponge or a brush. Its lightweight feel and buildable medium coverage make it a perfect option for comfortable, everyday wear.
Fit Me® Oil-Free Concealer
Perfect for those "no-makeup makeup" days, the NYX Bare With Me Concealer Serum is your secret to a natural, flawless look.
NYX Bare With Me Concealer Serum |
If you have normal to dry skin or prefer a more natural, radiant look, this version is for you.
e.l.f. Cosmetics
Love the variety of color correctors (like green, orange, and yellow).
HD Pro.Conceal
Blush/Highlighter
If you're anything like me, you know a great blush can completely transform your face. These are the blushes I swear by—They deliver the perfect amount of color that lasts all day, and the shades are universally flattering
Powerhouse of a blush, and what makes it a standout is its seriously blurring Like Butta Baby...🧈effect.
Essence The Blush 10
* Dupe Alert * Looking for a more affordable alternative to the iconic NARS Orgasm blush? Look no further than Milani's Baked Blush in the shade Dolce Pink. It's a serious contender! And if you want my personal favorite for a beautiful, luminous glow...
Milani Baked Blush
"Like Butta Baby..."🧈
NYX Feeling Butta Buttermelt Pressed Powder Blush
Bronzer
Looking for that perfect sun-kissed glow? These are the ones I rely on. They blend flawlessly and give you a beautiful, natural warmth that's never orange or muddy.
My #1 Holy Grail! 🙌
Physicians Formula - Butter Bronzer Murumuru
You can't go wrong with this one! Beginner-friendly, there's practically no room for error. Its smooth, creamy formula blends effortlessly.
Makeup Revolution Ultra Cream Bronzer
You can achieve a subtle warmth or a more intense bronze without worrying about patchiness. The best part? It comes in a huge pan, so you get incredible value for your money.
ESSENCE Sun Club Matt Bronzing Powder Palette
Lips
10/10 must-have!! - Not only does it blur, but they glide on like a dream and keep your lips feeling soft, never dry. 💋
Clean Fresh Yummy Blur | COVERGIRL®
With fuller lips, I like to think of myself as a lip balm connoisseur—I’ve tested them all like it’s my job. And honestly? I always come crawling back to Carmex. Nothing else compares—it’s the only one that instantly soothes and keeps my lips feeling...
Carmex Classic Medicated Lip Balm, 0.25 oz (3 Pack)
Goes on smooth…Baddest Beige is my fav!
Spill the Tea Cream Glide Lip Liner - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
My new fav lip balm! Isn’t sticky or drying on the lips. Comes in many colors and flavors. 😋
NYX Professional Makeup - Smushy Matte Lip Balm
Glossy, hydrating, and delicious—this lip gloss delivers the perfect shine without the stickiness, with a scent and taste you’ll love just as much. 👄
COVERGIRL Clean Fresh Yummy Lip Gloss
Setting Powder/Sprays
🙌🏼 Holy Grail!
Total game changer! This setting powder feels super lightweight, brightens beautifully, and gives your under eyes a subtle blur—without ever looking cakey.
INFALLIBLE-BLUR-FECTION LONGWEAR LOOSE SETTING POWDER
LOVE this setting spray! 😍 It keeps my makeup locked in all day—even in hot, humid weather ☀️💦 And the best part? It’s super affordable 💸✨
Make It Last Original - Natural Finish Setting Spray
My secret weapon to brighten up under my eyes. Never looks cakey and a little goes along way!
Bababanana Brighten Up! Banana Powder - Essence | Ulta Beauty
Seriously, I can’t recommend this enough! I’ve been using it for years and it never lets me down. Blurs everything perfectly without feeling cakey, and it lasts all day.
Maybelline Fit Me Loose Setting Powder
Eyes
From eyeshadow palettes and eyeliners to mascara—these are my favorite, tried-and-true products that deserve a spot in your makeup collection. 🤩
It’s no surprise this mascara is a favorite—no clumps, no flakes, just smooth, even coverage that delivers both volume and length for flawless lashes!
essence Lash Princess Waterproof Mascara
I love these Ardell lashes—they’re made with real hair, so they look natural and the Invisiband makes them super easy to apply. 💕
Ardell Naked Lashes 420 Multipack Everyday