Vanessa Gonzales

Love high end makeup but not the high end prices? I've rounded up some of my favorite drugstore products that give a similar look, finish, or performance to luxury favorites. Whether you're trying to save money or just want budget friendly alternatives that actually work, these are the dupes I'd recommend checking out.

Some of these products were casual purchases. Some have emotionally attached themselves to me 😭

Drugstore brands are going absolutely crazy with their new releases! Not only are they affordable but they're better than high end brands in my opinion. These are a few makeup products that I have recently tried and highly recommend!

If you’re going full out this Halloween (think zombies, vampires, or terrifying creatures) this list is for you. These are the best paints, prosthetics, and SFX essentials to help you transform into a monster straight out of a nightmare. From professional face paints to fake blood and scar wax, you’ll have everything you need to create realistic, creepy, and totally unforgettable looks.

The leaves are changing, the coffee is spiced, and it’s time for makeup that feels like fall. Think cozy lip combos, warm eyeshadow palettes, and blushes that give that show crisp autumn glow. Here are my curated fall makeup favorites to carry you through sweater weather season. ☕🍁

If your highlighter isn’t visible from the moon, what’s the point? This list is packed with blinding powders, liquids, and creams that serve face and light. From affordable to luxurious picks , get ready to glow like a diamond!

These bronzers didn’t just warm my face, they warmed my soul. Blendable, buildable, and just straight up irresistible. If you're ready to enter your golden era, this is your sign.

When my face is feeling tired, flat, or just kinda missing something, these blushes are my secret weapons. They add that perfect pop of color to my cheeks to wake me up without making me look like I got slapped in the face lol. Whether cream, powder, or stick, these are the blushes I actually reach for when I need a little more life.

If you’ve ever felt your face getting shiny 10 minutes after washing it… same. These are my go-to products for keeping the oil in check without turning my skin into the Sahara desert. Hydration + control = the dream team.

These are all the products that I've tried over the years and always find myself going back to repurchase! perfect for a baddie with oily skin!

These are the best beauty products that work for me and have used for a very long time! :)