It’s amazing what a little makeup will do to make you feel great in a minute. Swiping on a bright shade of lipstick can do wonders for your look and complexion in 30 seconds flat. But makeup products don’t all have to be expensive to be great. Check out this list of beauty favorites to find out how you can get the perfect look for less.
Hair Treatments – Instead of dishing out cash for conditioning treatments, raid your kitchen pantry and whip up some of these easy concoctions.
Makeup Remover – You should never go to bed with a face full of makeup. Wipes are an easy way to get it all off before hitting the pillow. Compare MAC’s makeup remover wipes ($20.00 for 45) to Neutrogena’s ($6.49 for 25 sheets). You still save even if you buy two!
Mascara – For voluminous lashes, compare Dior’s cult favorite Diorshow ($25.00) to Maybelline’s classic and long-running favorite Great Lash Mascara ($6.40).
Blush – The right shade of blush can make you look healthy and awake, even if you’re coming off a long night. Compare Shiseido’s universally flattering Luminizing Satin Face Color blush in Starfish ($30.00) to Motive’s Mineral Pressed Blush in Innovative ($15.50).
Lipstick – Everyone can wear red lipstick. It makes your teeth look brighter and your whole look more polished. For a classic shade, compare Chanel’s Rouge Allure Velvet ($35.00) with e.l.f.’s Matte Lip Color in Rich Red ($3.00).
Lip Gloss – A neutral lip gloss is an essential for any makeup bag. Compare Dior’s Dior Addict Gloss in Bed of Roses ($29.50) to Revlon’s Super Lustrous Lip Gloss in Snow Pink ($7.99)
Liquid Foundation – A good foundation should go on smoothly as a perfect start to the rest of your look. Compare Armani’s Face Fabric Foundation ($51.00) with Motives for La La’s Liquid Foundation ($24.95).
Nail Polish – A classic red nail will last through seasons to come. Compare Chanel’s Pirate ($27.00) to Essie’s Pop Daddy ($8.50).
Lashes – To add a little drama to your eye look, compare MAC’s set of full lashes ($16.00) to this set by Motives ($7.75).
