Low budget, high glam — my student days taught me all about the best drugstore dupes.
Sections
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Primer
Foundation
Concealer
Contour + Bronzer
Blushes
Lashes
Primer
I use this primer around my nose and a little on my cheeks, and it really gives an even, smooth finish
e.l.f - Poreless Putty Primer
I use it when I need a full-glam, long-lasting makeup look for weddings or events — and it does exactly what it should.
e.l.f - Power Grip
I know this cream isn’t a primer, but it worked so well as one! I got it back in Nice and I’ve been missing it ever since it ran out 😭
Embryolisse - Lait-Crème Multi-Protection
I know this isn’t a primer, but since I don’t use one often, I just go with this toner and cream every day — and I love the combo! 💕
Byoma - Hydrating Milky Toner
That’s the cream that goes with the toner. 💧💖
BYOMA - Gel-Crème Hydratant
Foundation
Such an easy application, great finish
Kiko - Powder Foundations
Matching foundation to the concealer — lightweight and buildable, just like it.
L'Oréal - Perfect Match Foundation
For the girlies who love a matte makeup look! I used this foundation a lot before switching over to the glowy side.
Maybelline - Fit Me! Matte + Poreless Make-Up - Foundation
Concealer
I use the shade Peach 02 to correct my under-eye circles, and sometimes I skip all other concealers and just go with this one for a natural, fresh look. Paired with a bit of mascara, it’s perfect.
Morphe - Wakeup Artist Under Eye Correcting Concealer
I love the creamy, buildable formula that looks s 18 New Sectionuper natural on the skin. I’m using shade 4N, which matches my skin tone perfectly, and 1N for a subtle highlight
L'Oréal - Perfect Match Concealer
I loved this concealer for about two years until I switched to the Perfect Match one from L’Oréal. It’s super lightweight and not too thick — just the kind of texture I like in a concealer.
Maybelline - Fit Me! Concealer
Contour + Bronzer
nothing to add - i love it
Morphe - Sudden Heat Creamy Bronzer Stick
I've bought this palette twice, it lasts so long and the shades are great. Can't do anything wrong with this one
NYX - Contour Palette
Dupe to the drunk elephant drops
Essence - Drop op sunshine Bronzing Drops
Blushes
It comes in a beautiful range of shades and is said to be a dupe for the Patrick Ta blush. I use it regularly — you get both cream and powder blush in one package, which makes it super practical.
Morphe - Cheek Thrills Multi-Finish Face Trio
Sooo creamy — a little goes a long way! I've got the shades “savage coral” and “dolly rose”
Makeup Revolution - Blush Bomb Cream Blusher
Super affordable with a nice consistency. I really like the applicator, though I don’t reach for it that often since I’ve found a few better options. Still, it’s a great product — especially for beginners!
Essence - Baby Got Blush
Gotta love a multi-use product!
Sephora - Blush Creme Multi-Usage
Such a steal for the price — buildable and with amazing colors to choose from! 🎨
Sheglam - Color Bloom Liquid Blush Matte Finish
I bought this blush as an everyday powder blush, and it looks sooo good! This shade would probably look great on everyone.
Kiko - Unlimited Blush 05
She's sooo pigmented — I learned that the hard way the first time I used it 😅 but it’s such a beautiful color! I just love Kiko products — they never fail me.
Kiko - Smart Colour Blush 04
Lashes
I’ve been using this mascara for a while now, and I love it! I’m not a fan of waterproof formulas, and this one is a bit harder to wash off, but it keeps my lashes looking great all day.
L'Oréal - Telescopic mascara
Super affordable mascara and great for beginners! The only downside is that it tends to crumble a bit throughout the day, which can make it look a little messy.
Essence - Lash PRINCESS false lash effect mascara
I love the black and brown one - brown especially for the brown eyed girlies!
Lash Sensational Sky High Volumen Mascara - Maybelline New York
My newest addiction — this Kiko mascara! I actually use the regular one, not the waterproof, but it’s still amazing. The brush may look small and a bit different, but the control while applying it is incredible.
Kiko - New Maxi Mod Waterproof Mascara
Lips
Lovee this one! So many pretty colors to choose from
Kiko - Gloss
Creamy fromula and so many colors
Kiko - Lip liners and Lip contour pencils
Super creamy and easy to line the lips — plus, so many shades to choose from! 💋
Smart Fusion Lip Pencil
I’ve got shade 02 and absolutely love the nude look! 💕
Kiko - Powder Power Lipstick
You can probably tell I love my Kiko lip products — this one is by far my most loved lipstick everrr! 💕 And I’ve got it in the shade 316.
Kiko - Velvet Passion Matte Lipstick
I don’t really feel a plumping effect from the lip liner alone, but paired with the plumping gloss — it’s just chef’s kiss!
