Aldi fans can get FREE beauty products weeks before they hit shelves from supermarket's popular dupe range – here's how
ALDI'S popular beauty dupes have racked up a legion of fans - and now you may be able to access some of the products ahead of time for free.
For a third year, the supermarket is giving the opportunity for ten cosmetic connoisseurs to help shape the future of their popular Lacura range.
The range has included a £9.99 dupe of £234 designer perfume Le Labo.
The selected Aldi fans will make up an exclusive panel of members who will influence the next generation of beauty buys.
They will receive products from the supermarket's upcoming summer beauty range - before its full release in stores on Thursday June 5.
They will then use their expertise to review products, identify emerging trends and provide valuable feedback that will shape Aldi's beauty buy decisions for 2026.
Vicki Hunt (@vicki_being_mom), 34, from Aldridge, West Midlands, was chosen to become part of the Beauty Club in 2024.
Judges were impressed with her application as she showed genuine passion for affordable beauty and had impressive industry knowledge.
She said: 'Being part of the Aldi Beauty Club was an exciting experience – I got to try new products early and share exclusive reviews with my followers.
'It wasn't just fun; it helped me grow my platform and connect with a community that loves affordable beauty as much as I do.
'If you're into skincare and makeup, this is an opportunity you don't want to miss.'
Aspiring beauty buffs who want to check out why Lacura is generating so much buzz should send an email explaining why they think they should be chosen for the role, as well as outlining what their favourite Lacura product is and why.
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Julie Ashfield, Chief Commercial Officer at Aldi UK, added: "Our customers are at the heart of everything we do – and the Beauty Club is a direct way to listen, learn, and innovate.
'By working with passionate beauty enthusiasts, we're able to create high-performing, trend-led products that still deliver amazing value.
'That's what makes Lacura stand out."
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