Like many other people, I love makeup! I have always found makeup as a way to explore my creativity. I love experimenting with new products and looks. But I’m sure we can all agree that we don’t always love how costly beauty products can be.
However, there is no reason we moms can’t look our absolute best without breaking the bank.
As someone who was once not only obsessed with high-end makeup but also a beauty advisor for Walgreens, I have compiled a list of my top 5 favorite drugstore foundations (aka “high end dupes”) for the mommies on a budget.
These products perform just as well (some even better) than the much more expensive options. Some of these options have been my go-to foundations for years.
All dupes on this list can be found at Walgreens, Target, CVS, & Walmart.
1. Maybelline SuperStay Liquid Foundation
This product (my favorite!) is a $10 dupe for the Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation valued at $48. Like the double wear, the SuperStay is perfect for a full coverage and a flawless look.
2. L’Oréal Infallible Liquid Longwear Foundation
This $12 product is a dupe for the Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation valued at $47. This product is another great option for a full coverage look, and it will last you all day!
3. Wet n Wild Photo Focus Foundation
This $5 product is a (really affordable but great) dupe for MAC’s Studio Fix Fluid Foundation valued at $37. Like Studio Fix, the Wet n Wild option is lightweight, yet buildable, so you can achieve your preferred coverage easily.
4. Neutrogena Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup
This $10 product is a dupe for Clinique’s Even Better Makeup valued at $33. Just like the Clinique makeup, this product is a great option for those looking for a clean, skin-like look.
5. L’Oréal True Match Hyaluronic Tinted Serum Foundation
This $15 product is a dupe for the Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Foundation valued at $44. The True Match performs and looks better than the Beautiful Skin Foundation in my opinion.
I hope you found this list helpful. What other cosmetic dupes would you like to see?
Originally published July 2022.
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