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With the latest trends in “Instagram makeup,” it appears the only way to achieve such looks are by buying high-end products. However, drugstore makeup products can get you the same look for much less. Here are 8 drugstore makeup dupes that are just as good:
1. Ardell Natural Wispies Ardell Natural Demi Wispies, $3.99
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You don’t need to buy $20 Huda Beauty falsies to get that doe-eyed look, instead opt for Ardell’s Natural Wispies for under $5.
2. L’Oreal Carbon Black Mascara
This formula will give you both volume and length without sacrificing the curl of your lashes, all for around $6.
3. Elf Primer
Elf offers many primers for your various skin needs such as a hydrating formula, acne solutions, redness reducing, or brightening. You can get any of these for $6.
4. Wet n Wild Setting Spray
This setting spray will keep your makeup looking fresh and smudge-free all day long; retails $4.99.
5. Cover Girl Outlast Foundation
Can’t quite afford Tarte’s Amazonian Clay foundation, but still want long-lasting foundation? Look no further than Cover Girl’s Outlast Foundation. It’s coverage and long-wear is up to par with Tarte’s! Average retail is $9.89.
6. Maybelline Age Rewind Concealer
YouTube beauty gurus swear by it and even opt for this over high end products such as Tarte’s Shape Tape Concealer. It not only erases dark circles, but also brightens the skin. You can use it to conceal discoloration and highlight! For under $8, this product is a steal.
7. NYX Micro Brow Pencil
If you aren’t quite ready to splurge on Anastasia Beverly Hills brow products, NYX offers a more affordable alternative that gives the you the same result. Try the Micro Brow Pencil to define and fill in your brows– spoolie included! It retails for only $9.99.
8. Elf Intense Ink Eyeliner
Unfortunately, Kat Von D Tattoo Liner is not in everyone’s budget. However, Elf’s Intense Ink Eyeliner is a close match! Don’t be alarmed by its thickness, you can still get a sharp, fine line. Additionally, it’s very black and does not flake. For just $3, it’s a steal.