As tempting as luxury makeup looks, some people simply don’t want to spend £30 on a foundation. So for all the beauty gurus on a budget, this list is for you!
NYX Cosmetics Pore Filler Primer Stick
This £8 primer stick works magic on textured skin and makes your foundation apply super smoothly. It’s supposed to be applied after your moisturiser and SPF and right before foundation. You only need to apply a thin layer of product for your whole face, so that tiny little product is
gonna last you a while.
Many creators, like @mangomoniica, took to TikTok to showcase to their followers just how effective this primer is on their skin. Monica’s pores seemed to magically disappear when she applied the primer and topped it with a layer of foundation, resulting in a stunning airbrushed look.
Between the low price and the super flawless results it gives, we’d say this product is a must-have for anyone who loves drugstore makeup.
E.L.F Flawless Finish Foundation
Don’t be fooled by the tiny bottle, this little thing packs a punch. This foundation’s breathable, lightweight formula has managed to capture the attention of many drugstore beauty gurus like Nikkia Joy, who posted a review of the foundation on her YouTube channel, saying she was
surprised that such an affordable product performed that well on her face.
For only £7.50, this product is a perfect base for your contour, concealer, powders and highlighter, and is sure to stay looking flawless even after a long, hard day.
Maybelline Fit Me Matte Setting Powder
It’s always a hit or miss with setting powder, but this product will blow your mind – especially because it’s only £7. This setting powder snatches your face and minimises pores and texture for a flawless look. (Side note: it looks absolutely stunning over the NYX primer and E.L.F Foundation). Whether you use it all over your face or just to set your concealer, this powder definitely gets the job done. Hellin Doski, posted a video to her TikTok telling us just how in love she is with this powder. Using a powder puff, she effortlessly applies the powder to her under-eye area for a perfectly blended, matte finish.
Layering liquid products on your face can lead to a pretty greasy finish and this setting powder sorts out all your problems for you.
Revolution Shimmer Bomb Gloss
Anyone who’s looking for a super glossy, but affordable lip product, look no further. The Shimmer Bomb Gloss by Revolution is a gorgeous, lightweight lip gloss. It’s available in 8 shades, ranging from clear to maroon, making it a viable option for people of all skin tones. TikTokers like Dacey Cash have posted videos swatching the glosses, and their followers are obsessed with the product.
The glosses are available for only £5, and are super versatile. You can wear them by themselves for a clean casual look or use them over top of a blood-red lip for a fancy night out.
Words by Ayushi Nathwani
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