Let me tell you something that is not pretty right now – my bank account. Seriously. I think my bank account went on a crazy diet for summer and lost some pounds. Where did those pounds go? Straight into Mac Cosmetics annual report!
If you are also sick of spending $40 on a lipstick while wondering whether drugstore makeup is all that bad, fear not! This video shows you 20 beauty products under $20. And not only are these products cheap – they are actually good!
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20. NYX Butter Glosses
These super pigmented butter glosses have an addictively smooth texture. Perfect for those chapped lips winter seems to love handing out.
Buy: $5 from NYX
19. L’Oreal True Match
I know what you’re thinking. A drug store foundation? But don’t knock it before you try it! The best part about these foundations is the options – 33 shades to be exact. Chances are your new favourite foundation is available in your exact shade.
Buy: $10.95 from L’Oreal.
18. Revlon Colorstay Whipped Foundation
Has your foundation been looking a bit cakey lately? Revlon Colorstay Whipped foundation is as heavenly as it sounds. Imagine feeling like your putting a cloud on your face – with a natural finish. I’ll take ten!
Buy: $11.89 from Drugstore
17. Revlon PhotoReady Foundation
Revlon takes another well deserved spot on this list. This foundation offers medium – full cover foundation so you can build it up depending on how much you want.
Buy: $13 from Ulta
16. L’Oreal Magic Nude Liquid Powder
It’s a liquid… it’s a powder… wait, what exactly is this? This liquid foundation finishes with a powder like coverage. It’s not just a confusing title – it is also an easy to use product.
Buy: $12.95 from L’Oreal Paris
15. L’Oreal SuperBlendable Concealer Crayons
If you want great coverage with the most adordably shaped concealer you can imagine, give this concealer crayon a try!
Buy: $9 from Ulta
14. NYX HD Photogenic Concealer
Do you want a nice, easy to blend concealer with an illuminating finish? You know what to do.
Buy: $5 from NYX
13. MAC Prolongwear
Wait you’re telling me I CAN have MAC for under $20? Great for dark under eye circles, one pump will take you a long way.
12. Maybelline Age Rewind Dark Circle Eraser
Calling this product an eraser isn’t even an exaggeration – this product really does erase your under eye circles!
Buy: $10 from Maybelline
11. Mario Badescu Facial Spray
Does your facial spray smell like icky chemicals? This delightful spray smells of rose – and is great for moisturising your skin!
Buy: $12 from Mario Badescue
10. Makeup Geek Eyeshadows
I don’t, know about you, but I am sick of paying $35 for only two shades of eyeshadow! Each shadow costs $6 – and they work super well!
Buy: $6 from Makeup Geek
9. Ardell Glamour Whispies
These natural looking falsies might just blow you away. Because, wait for it, they only cost $4. Wow!
Buy: $4 from Ulta
8. Real Techniques Brushes
These brushes are amazing – you will love them all!
Buy: $6-$20 from Ulta
7.NYX Shine Killer
This stuff elimintes any shine from your face for that perfect matte finish. As a bonus it practically eliminates the appearance of pores.
Buy: $14 from Ulta
6. NYX Blotting Powder
If you’re an oily person or like to do touch ups, this powder is for you. It polishes your skin to satin matte perfection. What’s not to love?
Buy: $12 from NYX
5. Milani ColorStatement Lipsticks
These lipsticks in a Holes like gold packaging are probably the best lippies you can get from the drugstore. They are super creamy and won’t be drying on your lips. Plus they smell like candy.
Speaking of candy, do you know which candy is causing cancer? Get ready to smack your lips on this!
Buy: $5.99 from Milani Cosmetics
4. Bonnebell LipLites Strawberry Parafait
This super sweet liplite will make your lips glow. The colour is great and longlasting – definite value for money!
Buy: $9 from Amazon
3. Revlon SuperLusterous Glosses
Great colour payoff for a non-sticky, drugstore gloss? Um, yes please!
Buy: $10 from Revlon
2. Smoked Peach Revlon Lipstick
If you want a great matte lipstick with a cute name, check out Revlon’s Smoked Peach lipstick. Almost good enough to eat!
Buy: $6.79 at Drugstore
1. L’Oreal Miracle Blur — oil free
It’s like photoshop in real life! Get ready to blur and smooth your skin into perfection.
Buy: $20 from Ulta