Cheap Swaps for High-End Makeup
Think you need to pay $30 or more for a decent blush or mascara? Not with these cheap makeup picks that work just as well as high-end beauty products
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Foundation
The splurge: Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation, $59
The bargain: CoverGirl NatureLuxe Silk Foundation, $10
Money saved: $49
Why you'll love it: "As much as I love the amazing Armani foundation, CoverGirl's NatureLuxe Silk Foundation is just as good," says Miami-based makeup artist Marissa Nemes. "It has similar benefits while adding sun protection, and its oil free/paraben free formula is lightweight, smoothes out imperfections, and leaves the skin looking flawless and polished."
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Products Mentioned in This Story
CoverGirl NatureLuxe Silk Foundation
Average Member Rating: 7.3
MAC Eye Shadow
Average Member Rating: 9.4
NYX Cosmetics Single Eye Shadow
Average Member Rating: 9.3
Wet n Wild MegaEyes Shadow Pot
Average Member Rating: 8.8
Milani Eye Shadow Compacts
Average Member Rating: 6.7
L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Full Definition Mascara
Average Member Rating: 8.4
Nars Highlighting Bronzing Blush Duo
Average Member Rating: 9.3
E.L.F. Studio Contouring Blush & Bronzing Powder
Average Member Rating: 8.8
MAC Set Powder
Average Member Rating: 0.0
Ben Nye Mini Shaker Translucent Powder Bottles
Average Member Rating: 0.0
MAC Lipstick
Average Member Rating: 9.1
Revlon Moondrops Lipstick
Average Member Rating: 8.5
L'Oréal Paris Colour Juice Sheer Juicy Lip Gloss
Average Member Rating: 8.1
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I wish L'oreal could replace my DiorShow, but there's no way that I could do that. DiorShow is unbeatable in my book; I would buy it for the smell alone!
by Karica4 Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 03:15PM Report as inappropriate
I've tried tons of other bronzers to replace my costly NARS habit but nothing compares. Not a single bronzer I've ever tried gives the perfect color, perfect shimmer, or blends as well as nars does. I did, however, find a cheap alternative to a few skinceuticals products so i guess I can splurge on bronzer with the money I saved from my skincare routine :)
by luxylexi Monday, April 9, 2012 at 05:46PM Report as inappropriate
This is great!! I feel much better about buying drug store makeup now!
by CCochran Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 09:09AM Report as inappropriate
Im pretty sure they meant to say revlons nude attitude. Revlons naughty nude isnt a nude at all but a darker brown color with a lot of shimmer...
by b.c.0819 Friday, March 30, 2012 at 05:09PM Report as inappropriate
bargain eyeshadows are the best!
by theseattlesound Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 01:46PM Report as inappropriate
Really good article that helps with the beauty budget! More of the same kind of article in the future please!!!
by sea157 Monday, March 12, 2012 at 10:47PM Report as inappropriate
I love this! I can't wait to try out the lipsticks!
by VV001 Monday, March 12, 2012 at 06:50PM Report as inappropriate
love love this article- i have great success with cheaper make up!!
by judyangel101 Monday, March 12, 2012 at 10:33AM Report as inappropriate
