When searching for the best makeup products our money can by, it’s handy to abide by the three p’s: pigment, performance and price point.
And as far as the latter goes, you won’t find better bargain hunters than the bh community. Whether you’re after dupe for a certain brow pomade or luxe foundation, they’ve got the answer.
So we scoured through our many makeup reviews to uncover the five most popular picks – all under $10 and all rated at least 4/5 stars.
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Rimmel London Mono Blush, $9.95
Rimmel London is one of the best and most affordable makeup brands around, and with 90+ rave reviews, the mono blush is a real champion for under $10.
“I have this blush in ‘pink rose’ and love it! It is the perfect shade for an everyday, natural make up look. It is easy to build on for a more pigmented look and has a slight shimmer to it making it look even better with a highlighter.” – bh member Tori Lawson
essence Eyebrow Designer, $3
With a smooth formula, natural-looking pigment, and handy brush to boot, the essence Eyebrow Designer is a clear winner among the budget-concious crowd.
“This was my first every brow pencil and still my fave! Have tried many others to date but keep going back to this one. I have this in the brown. I love that it comes with the brush makes it more handy. The colour is the perfect shade for my brows and I can pencil in all the sparse areas easily without my brows looking drawn on either.” – bh member ThisIsMe
ulta3 Matte Lipstick, $4.95
A crazy good colour selection and powerful pigment to boot, it’s no surprise the Ulta3 Matte Lipstick has ended up here. And all for under a fiver!
“I have it in two shades, and I love them. The packaging is kind of cheap, but in the same way looks kind of sleek. The actual lipstick is really good quality, has a good matte finish and lasts like any matte lipstick. ” – bh member amessofjess
Maybelline New York Baby Lips Lip Balm, $3.95
Is there anyone who hasn’t tried this cult lip balm?! With a whopping 941 reviews and a 4 star result Maybelline New York Baby Lips Lip Balm is pretty damn incredible for such a low price.
“This lip balm is amazing for the price! The quality of the formula is excellent and it makes my lips feel nurtured and smoothed – without having to repeat applications much at all.” – bh member clearcrystalwater
DB Cosmetics Kohl Eye Pencil, $6.99
Live for liner? Then you’ll have to try the highly recommended, but low-priced DB Cosmetics Kohl Eye Pencil.
“This would probably be my favourite kohl eyeliner of all time to be honest! It is super pigmented and applies super smooth. I find it does not dry out anywhere near as fast as every other pencil I’ve tried, making it great for the long term!” -bh member lianatriesmakeup
I love a good bargain buy!
I have not tried any of these except Baby Lips, and frankly that is a pass for me.