THE PERFECT HIGH-END MAKEUP DUPES
- michelle
- Jul 5, 2018
- 3 min read
Updated: Jul 8, 2018
I've always loved drugstore makeup just as much as the high-end. What I've come to realize is that there will always be affordable options for those who are on a budget but also want to look snatched. Over the years of collecting makeup I have narrowed down my top favourite high-end dupes for you!
FOUNDATION
Both foundations have a long lasting formula. They have a matte finishing without looking too dry. It is a medium to full coverage, if needed it can be buildable. Both works well with combination skin!
Estée Lauder (42$ USD )
"Double Wear" Foundation
Maybelline (7.99$ USD)
"Fit Me" Foundation
PRIMER
I have a love and hate relationship with primers mostly because it doesn't make a difference on my skin and the longevity of my foundation. But I will make an exception with these two primers. They both work well for oily skin. It fills in the pores and magnifies the entire look making the application so much easier with the rest of the makeup.
Smashbox ( 36$ USD )
"Photo Finish Foundation" Primer
Maybelline ( 6.99$ USD )
"Instant Pore Eraser" Primer
CONCEALERS
You may be very familiar with these two items considering the fact that it has been talked about in the beauty community. It has a creamy consistency and blends like a dream. If you have dryness under the eyes this formula will work it's magic on you. The coverage is medium ( Goodbye dark circles ). With that being said I could never live without concealers.
Nars ( 30$ USD )
"Radiant Creamy Concealer" Concealer
Maybelline ( 6.99$ USD )
"Fit me" Concealer
CONTOUR & SETTING POWDER
This was one of the easiest dupes I've discovered and the differences between the prices is impecible. Both powders blend like a dream with a synthetic brush. It doesn't look muddy or patchy on the skin ( my worst nightmare )
The banana shades are IDENTICAL, it does a beautiful job setting the concealer and brightening under the eyes.
Kat Von D ( 49.99$ USD )
"Shade And Light" Palette
Wet N Wild ( 4.99$ USD )
"MegaGlo" Contouring Palette
EYESHADOW PALETTE
I couldn't resist!! I had to give you guys THREE palette options.
The "Modern Renaissance" palette is the number one selling eyeshadow palette. I have yet seen a bad review on this. The consistency, the blending, the shades, the pigmentation is absolutely stunning. Luckily, I have discovered two palettes that are very comparable to the Modern Renaissance. They have the exact same shades, pigmentation, and blends beautifully. The only difference between these shadows is that the formulas are slightly off but the outcome will be the same.
Anastasia Beverly Hills ( 42$ USD)
"Modern Renaissance" Palette
Bad Habit ( 10$ USD )
"Royals" Palette
Wet N wild ( 4.99$ USD )
"Color Icon" Palette
HIGHLIGHTER
Who doesn't love a good highlighter? It brings life to your skin with a beautiful natural glow. The pricing between these two will shock you! They both have the exact same pan size and formula. If you don't like glittery highlight than you would love these!
Laura Mercier ( 42$ USD )
"Matte Radiance Baked Powder Compact"
Essence ( 4.49$ USD )
"Pure Nude" Highlighter
Matte Liquid Lipstick
I saved the best for last! For all my matte liquid lipstick lovers this one's for you. My biggest problem with Matte lipsticks is that it tends to be extremely drying. But these two not only have the same formula but it feels so comfortable on the lips. The shades are identical and it lasts all day.
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