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Drugstore Beauty That’s Better Than High End.
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Sadarie Toms
These are the affordable makeup staples that outperform products 3x the price. No gatekeeping—every one of these belongs in your bag.
This mascara gives me instant volume without clumps. I’ve tried high-end, but this $10 one always comes out on top.
Volum' Express® The Colossal® Washable Mascara
Blends like a dream and matches my tone better than most $40 foundations. Reliable, smooth, and never cakey.
Fit Me® Matte + Poreless Foundation Makeup
Everyone calls this a dupe for primers 4x the price… they weren’t lying. Smooths out pores instantly.
Poreless Putty Face Primer
Lasts through heat, sweat, and long days. Feels lightweight but covers like high-end. Worth every penny of the $14.
Infallible 32 Hour Lightweight Fresh Wear Foundation
Better texture than most $30 glosses. Smooth, shiny, and shades for everyone. My forever re-buy.
Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss | NYX Professional Makeup
This blush has the same glow as $45 compacts. ‘Luminoso’ is a cult fave for a reason.
Baked Blush - Luminoso
One swipe and it’s giving high-end glow. Affordable, smooth, and never chalky.
MegaGlo™ Highlighting Powder | Precious Petals
The formula rivals $30 lipsticks. Smooth, rich colors that always deliver.
Super Lustrous™ Lipstick - With Moisturizing Formula!
Covers everything from dark circles to blemishes. People compare it to Tarte Shape Tape… but it’s $7.
Hydrating Camo Concealer
Thick, full lashes without clumping. I’d put this up against any $28 mascara.
Lash Blast Volume Mascara
Matte finish that looks flawless in photos. Performs like $40 foundations without the price.
Photo Focus™ Matte Foundation | Porcelain
Jet black, precise, and waterproof. Outlasts a night out better than high-end liners.
Epic Ink Waterproof Liquid Liner | NYX Professional Makeup
Tints, shapes, and holds brows like a $24 gel—only $5.
Wow Tinted Brow Gel
Locks in makeup all day just like $30 sprays. Lightweight and refreshing.
Make It Last Original - Natural Finish Setting Spray
Full, fluttery lashes without clumping. The $12 dupe for Too Faced Better Than Sex.
Sally Beauty
