We all love a good beauty haul. There’s nothing quite like refreshing our makeup drawers and medicine cabinets with fun goodies to reach for every day. Of course, that can easily come with a hefty price tag, making those hauls a little less regular. It’s not that we don’t appreciate a great high-quality beauty product, but let’s not give up on some of their more affordable cousins. The best drugstore beauty products can easily mean you won’t even miss those pricier options.
We’ve gone through and rounded up some of our favorite affordable beauty products that you can easily find without going to a specialty store. In fact, you can probably grab them during your next Amazon shopping session if you don’t want to leave the house. Check out our picks for the best drugstore beauty products that make those beauty hauls just as fun and a lot more affordable!
e.l.f. Halo Glow Beauty Wand
This do-it-all wand is an easy way to contour and define your complexion. It's a buildable and super blendable formula that includes skin-loving squalene in a convenient wand! It's a great alternative to the Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Contour Wand ($42.00).
e.l.f. Halo Glow Beauty Wand ($9.00)—Buy Here!
Milani Baked Blush
Milani's Baked Blush is one of the best blushes out there—even among luxe beauty brands! It's such a smooth application and the Luminoso color is very similar to NARS Powder Blush ($34.00).
Milani Baked Blush ($8.97)—Buy Here!
L'Oreal Paris True Match Nude Serum Foundation
The True Match Nude foundation creates a luminous complexion and leaves your skin smoother and more hydrated long after you wash it off thanks to the hyaluronic acid formula. If you're a fan of ESTĒE LAUDER Futurist SkinTint Serum Foundation ($55.00), you'll really like this.
L'Oreal Paris True Match Nude Serum Foundation ($14.99)—Buy Here!
NYX Lip Pencil
Soft? Check. Smear and bleeding-resistant? Check. What more could you want from a really affordable lip liner with almost 43K reviews? Especially when it's a much more affordable alternative to the MAC Lip Pencil ($24.00).
NYX Lip Pencil ($4.96)—Buy Here!
Physicians Formula Murumuru Butter Bronzer
Warm up your whole complexion with soft-focus pigments that also smooth, condition, and moisturize your skin! Try this if you love Benefit's Hoola Bronzer ($36.00).
Physicians Formula Murumuru Butter Bronzer ($13.48)—Buy Here!
Milani Make It Last Setting Spray
With up to 16 hours of prolonged makeup wear, Milani's Make It Last Setting Spray can be used before and after your makeup application to prime and set. It comes in 4 different formulas, too! It's a popular alternative to Urban Decay's All Nighter Setting Spray ($36.00).
Milani Make It Last Setting Spray ($9.97)—Buy Here!
NYX Fat Oil Lip Drip
The worst part about all that shiny lipgloss is how sticky it is, right? The Fat Oil Lip Drip is non-sticky, hydrating, and comes in several ultra-flattering colors. Layer it over your favorite lip color or just wear it alone for a soft tint! If you're on the fence about DIOR's Lip Glow Oil ($40.00), try this one.
NYX Fat Oil Lip Drip ($8.97)—Buy Here!
Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation
This foundation offers a wide range of shades and provides a natural, matte finish. It's praised for its ability to minimize pores and control shine, making it ideal for all the oily-skinned beauties out there or if you get extra shine during the warm months. Long-time fans of the Tarte Amazonian Clay 16 Hour Foundation ($42.00) might find themselves switching.
Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation ($8.62)—Buy Here!
L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara
Known for its voluminous and lengthening effects, L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara creates dramatic lashes without clumping. Its soft bristle brush coats each lash for a full-fan effect, making it a favorite if you're a fan of bold, defined eyes. Swap out your Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara ($29.00) if you're hoping to save some cash without compromising.
L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara ($9.47)—Buy Here!
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Formulated with hyaluronic acid and ceramides, this gentle cleanser hydrates while it cleanses, maintaining your skin’s natural moisture barrier. It's great for all skin types, especially dry and sensitive skin. It's possible you'll like it even more than Drunk Elephant's Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser ($34.00).
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser ($15.48)—Buy Here!
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel
This lightweight gel moisturizer absorbs quickly and provides intense hydration with hyaluronic acid. It's non-comedogenic, making it perfect for oily or combination skin that needs hydration without clogging pores. It's an excellent alternative to Belief's Aqua Bomb Moisturizer ($38.00).
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel ($14.99)—Buy Here!
e.l.f. Cosmetics Instant Lift Brow Pencil
This affordable brow pencil features a fine tip for precise application and a spoolie brush to blend and shape brows. We love its smooth application and long-lasting formula, giving brows a natural, defined look. It's also $20 less (for two!) than ABH Brow Wiz ($25.00).
e.l.f. Cosmetics Instant Lift Brow Pencil ($5.00)—Buy Here!
Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick
Available in so. many. shades., Revlon's Super Lustrous Lipstick offers you rich color payoff with a creamy, moisturizing formula. You get a seriously comfortable wear and vibrant finish, perfect for both everyday and special occasions. CHANEL Rouge Coco Flash Lip Colour ($48.00) is very similar, too.
Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick ($6.48)—Buy Here!
Garnier Micellar Water
Garnier's Micellar Water effectively removes makeup, dirt, and oil without harsh rubbing. It’s gentle on the skin, great for all skin types, and leaves no greasy residue, making it such an easy skin care step. Try it instead of NUXE 3-in-1 Micellar Water ($22.40) to see if you like it!
Garnier Micellar Water ($8.97)—Buy Here!
Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge
This versatile makeup sponge is designed for a smooth, even application of foundation, concealer, and makes it super easy to use powder to bake, too. Its unique shape allows for both precise application and blending, giving you a flawless finish. This is a great one for Beauty Blender ($20.00) lovers.
Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge ($12.32)—Buy Here!
NYX Professional Makeup Butter Gloss
Yep, it's another NYX gloss, but it's just such a cult classic. The Butter Gloss gives sheer to medium coverage with a buttery, non-sticky texture. Check out the Vanilla Cream Pie color—you've probably seen it all over social. It's similar to Tower 28 ShineOn Lip Jelly ($16.00).
NYX Professional Makeup Butter Gloss ($5.97)—Buy Here!
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