One of the most euphoric feelings is finding an affordable beauty product.
I mean, is there truly anything better than a great beauty find that won’t put you in debt or force you to eat beans on toast for the next week? I think not.
As a Beauty Editor, that’s one of the things I love most about beauty; some of the best skincare and makeup products aren’t the most expensive.
And due to a current financial climate issue that we shall not discuss, some of us are looking for cheap (ish) products that we can add to our routines with little guilt while we’re trying to save some extra dollars.
Side note: When I say ‘affordable’, that’s going to look different for everyone, which is totally Ok.
You should always spend within your personal budget and what you’re comfortable with friends!
To help us on our ‘affordable makeup’ hunt, I asked some of my AB colleagues what their favourite or best makeup products under $50 are.
From one of the best serum foundations to the best cheap mascaras (including the one that Sofia Richie wore on her wedding day), it would be remiss of us not to share them all with you.
So keep scrolling for our (current) fave and best makeup products under $50.
Sadaf, Senior Beauty Editor.
What:
Huda Beauty Cheeky Tint Blush Stick
Since its launch on Adore Beauty late last year, the Huda Beauty blush stick in shade ‘Rebel Red’ has had me in a cream blush chokehold.
I have been wearing it non-stop. It imparts the most gorgeous, warm, rusty shade of red and sits so beautifully on the skin.
I love how malleable it is and how seamlessly it blends into my base without leaving that horrid blush line.
My complexion is left looking more luminous, too.
If I just want a ‘healthy flush’ I'll apply one layer, and if I’m going out in the evening and want to amp up the intensity, I’ll apply two layers.
The easy-to-use packaging is also a winner. Travel-friendly, no-fuss and looks sleek - all the things you want.
What:
L'Oreal Paris True Match Nude Plumping Tinted Serum
After road-testing it for this best serum foundations story, the L'Oreal tinted serum was a standout.
By way of magic, it enhances my complexion naturally while still delivering the medium to full coverage I need.
If you’re looking for a ‘your-skin-but-better’ daily foundation - this is it.
This is one of Joanna Fleming’s picks too, so if two people at Adore Beauty love it - you know it’s good.
We dare you to try it and not love it.
What:
Maybelline Lash Sensational Lengthening Mascara
I’m sure Sofia Richie's wedding makeup has influenced many of your recent beauty purchases, and it turns out, that her makeup artist Pati Dubroff and I are fans of the same cheapie mascara!
Pati and I know what’s up when it comes to Maybelline lash sensational which has been my trusty/reliable, everyday mascara for the last 6 years.
In fact, lash sensational was one of the first products I wrote about for Adore Beauty back in 2020! (You can see how it looks on and read about here).
I wear it every day because it gives my straight lashes the perfect, natural, fanned-out curl. It doesn't flake or smudge and it costs less than my dinner.
I'm also going to give L'Oreal Paris Paradise Mascara - Black an honourable mention. I've only just discovered this $25 treasure that gives me length, volume and drama. It's so good!
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