Budget Friendly Makeup Must-Haves!

by BR Amelia

Few things are more satisfying than finding affordable makeup that performs as well, if not better, than makeup that costs more. It's like finding money on the pavement with no one in sight to claim it, or getting an unexpected tax refund, or discovering a long-forgotten chocolate bar right when you really feel like chocolate. So what makeup wows the Beauty Review community not just because it's great but also because it's affordable? Check these out these Top Rated beauty steals...

Primer

e.l.f Mineral Infused Primer - rated 4.2/5

You say: Surprisingly a very high quality primer for the low cost. It has a nice velvet feel and goes on so smoothly under foundation!! BR Member - Baileyeden

 Foundation

Maybelline Fit Me Foundation Dewy + Smooth - Rated 4.4/5

You say: A great affordable supermarket star of a product. Nice texture, cover and finish. Good color match especially for my skin. Fantastic price and quality. BR Member - mandiross1981

BB Cream

Garnier BB Cream All-in-one Perfector Oil-free SPF25 - rated 4.4/5

You say: I love this for day to day wear. Buildable for a decent coverage, or able to lightly apply for a natural look. Covers my redness very well! BR Member - ClareF44

Concealer

LA Girl HD Pro Concealer - rated 4.2/5

You say: I love this concealer because it has a great coverage and it is also great as an eye primer! I also love how this concealer does not look patchy especially on the under eyes! BR Member - Ikimmymakeup

Powder

Rimmel London Stay Matte Pressed Powder - rated 4.5/5

You say: It gives an amazing matte finish to your foundation, stays on all day, is great for oily skin and doesn’t go on too thick. The price is great and does a better job than more expensive brands. BR Member - Donkzm

Blush

Milani Baked Blush - rated 4.6/5

You say: I love blush, and this is such a beautiful colour. It’s subtle and has a shine to it thats leaves your skin looking healthy and dewy. BR Member - meliafoon

Bronzer

Rimmel London Natural Bronzer - rated 4.3/5

You say: Such good value for money. I have olive skin in the summer and this powder works well with my skintone - Not orange at all! BR Member - zoelou1616

Highlighter

Wet N Wild MegaGlo Highlighting Powder - rated 4.3/5

You say: This is literally the only highlighter I buy anymore. It's so cheap yet so effective, has a great long lasting shine without being too much. And you could always layer it on more and more if you want to be extra sparkly! BR Member - piperckh

Eyeshadow

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Trios - rated 4.6/5

You say: The packaging is very sleek and cute, very easy to travel with. The pigmentation and staying power is wonderful. And very cheap too. A great buy. BR Member - jessica82

Eyeliner

LA Girl Glide Gel Liner - rated 4.7/5

You say: I bought one of these liners to try because the price was right. I dont have much to compare it with but I found this pencil very easy to apply. It really did glide on without too much pressure. The colour is really pigmented and it stayed in place all day. It didnt run or really wear off. I was very happy with the result. BR Member - Kimrose

Mascara

Maybelline Volum' Express The Colossal - rated 4.2/5

You say: This is my all time favourite mascara!! Firstly I don't react to it and it's so affordable. I love the brush design and size and you get volume without mega clumping. BR Member - Bridget

Brows

e.l.f Brow Kit - rated 4.5/5

You say: Overall, the e.l.f Brow Kit is a reliable and affordable option for achieving well-groomed eyebrows. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned brow enthusiast, this kit provides the tools you need to enhance your natural brows and create a polished look. BR Member - NatashaDercksen

Lipstick

Maybelline Colour Sensational Lipstick - rated 4.3/5

You say: Picked mine up from Farmers during a sale and was quick to find the shade that best suited me. Glides on very smoothly and lasts a considerable amount of time. Pigmentation is great! BR Member - SkaredyKat

So, my lovelies, do tell... what are your budget-friendly makeup buys? What products do you think are better than their more expensive counterparts? And will you be picking up any of the Beauty Review community's Top Rated recommendations? Chat below!