Who doesn’t LOVE drugstore makeup dupes?! I mean, I love makeup, I love my money, and I actually enjoy the search for the perfect dupe.
It is truly amazing what you can find in drugstore brands now. They’re always improving, and there’s always something new on the shelves! Here are a few of my favorites…
Prices in this post are based on those found at Ulta, product names are linked to Amazon for your convenience.
Don’t have the budget for Tatcha Silk Canvas Primer? Me neither. No worries! Try elf Poreless Primer Putty. I searched everywhere for this and I was not disappointed when finally found it. It’s a great primer, and I’ve found it’s great for touch-ups throughout the day, too.
On some of my most porous areas, I’ll tap a little on to hide my pores. It really is a little wonder!
These are both AMAZING foundations. Both are matte, give medium to full coverage, and they last. These are my go-to’s for dealing with my large pores. What they don’t have in common is the price.
The Too Faced Born This Way foundation is 3x more than the Maybelline Super Stay foundation. I have the Maybelline in 2 colors, one for summer and one for winter. I mix them for every color in between!
This dupe for Glossier Cloud Paint is one of my favorite drugstore makeup dupes. I am a blush addict, so when I find a new one, I’m pretty excited about it.
Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush gives your cheeks a natural flush of sheer color that’s perfect for a natural look. Plus, this formula is way less aging on my over-40 cheeks than powder. I love the believable glow!
I know there’s a lot of Maybelline on this list, but they’re nailing it lately. If you’re tired of spending on Tarte Shape Tape (which is wonderful and I do love it), then pick up the Maybelline Super Stay Concealer.
Both are great for camouflaging dark circles, and hiding imperfections.
This drugstore makeup dupe for rms Beauty Living Luminizer Quad is one of the most versatile I’ve ever found. I use the elf Shimmer Palette for so many things! On my eyelids, to highlight cheekbones, add shimmer to blush, highlight on nose and cupid’s bow. All that for five bucks! This multi-tasker is easy to throw into your purse and freshen your glow any time!
Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara is a cult favorite, and for good reason. BUT…if you want dramatic lashes without the traumatic price, then buy L’Oreal Lash Paradise. You won’t regret it. L’Oreal gives you the same deep black, voluminous look.
I love my L’Oreal Rouge Signature Lightweight Matte Lip Stain in the shade “I Decide,” and I love it. It really does feel lightweight, just as the name suggests, so this is not a thick, cakey matte lip. i really like that L’Oreal had bright colors to offer. I feel like I see so many nude, matte products. This is an excellent drugstore makeup dupe for Giorgio Armani Lip Magnet.
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