Makeup Primers make your face smooth and flawless. Your makeup will stay looking fresh and 'just-put-on' all day when wearing one. I wear mineral makeup and it's works wonderful for those of you that also wear minerals. Smashbox primer is well known, but it's also well known to be quite pricey, coming in around $17 for the travel size! The full size runs about $36. Granted, primers last for a long while because you only use a tiny amount for your whole face; approximately the size of a pea. What I use?
Lanacane Anti Chafing Powder Gel which comes in at around $6 for a full 1oz. You cannot beat that. It works just as well, is made for the skin and is fine to use anywhere on your body, face included. Why pay more for the same thing?
People love and rave about Nars The Multiple sticks..and with very good reason, they are gorgeous! But the price? Ouchie. They run around $39. What I use instead? NYX Tango With bronzing Sticks which run about $9. Big difference for same thing. Shimmery, gorgeous glowing skin with a few swipes and you're out the door! I can't say enough good things about these. NYX carries these in a few colors, the one I use is Tango & Highlight. Try it, you won't be disappointed!
Eyeshadow Primer -- Urban Decay Eyeshadow primer is legendary and very well known. They run around $20. Tubes are small, and they are just a base to ensure your eyeshadow stays in place all day with no creasing or fading. Primers are wonderful if you are interested in longevity of your makeup. What I use? E.L.F Eyeshadow Primer which runs around $2. Works fantastic and you can buy a few, keep one in your makeup stash, another in your purse, etc.
Clarifying Shampoo - DIY version: squirt normal amount of any shampoo in your palm and add a spoon full of baking soda. Wash hair as normal. No special pricey shampoo required!
I hope this post has helped you save a few bucks, or inspired you to find your own dupes for things you use everyday. Keeping more money in my pocket always makes me happy, and i hope I've encouraged you to do the same!
What are some of your favorite dupes? Share in the comments below!
I hope this post has helped you save a few bucks, or inspired you to find your own dupes for things you use everyday. Keeping more money in my pocket always makes me happy, and i hope I've encouraged you to do the same!
What are some of your favorite dupes? Share in the comments below!
