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Scotsman
27-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scotsman
Bank holiday deals on beauty gift sets from Amazon
Snap up these amazing deals on beauty gift sets from Amazon this bank holiday weekend | Canva This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Don't miss out on these fantastic Amazon beauty gift set's on offer this bank holiday weekend. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Whether you're on the hunt for the perfect gift or simply looking to treat yourself, Amazon is brimming with luxurious beauty gift sets that feel indulgent but won't break the bank. From iconic brands to spa-worthy skincare treats, these top-rated bundles are ideal for birthdays, holidays, or a well-deserved self-care night. Here's our roundup of the best beauty gift sets available right now on Amazon. 1. Benefit Premium Mascara, Brow & Pore Minimising Makeup Gift Set Benefit Premium Mascara, Brow & Pore Minimising Makeup Gift Set | Amazon If you're a fan of flawless makeup with minimal effort, Benefit has you covered. This beautifully packaged and holiday-ready set makes a fabulous gift for any beauty lover, or to treat yourself. 2. Sanctuary Spa Perfect Pamper Parcel Gift Set Sanctuary Spa Perfect Pamper Parcel Gift Set | Amazon For the ultimate home spa day, the Sanctuary Spa gift set is a must-have. It's vegan and cruelty-free, ideal for conscious shoppers. This set is filled with luxurious bath and body products that leave skin silky-soft. The Perfect Pamper Parcel is your go-to for total relaxation and indulgence. 3. NEOM Perfect Night's Sleep Discovery Collection Struggling with sleep or just need to unwind after long days? NEOM's gift set is a dreamy addition to any bedtime routine. A thoughtful gift for stressed-out friends or anyone who cherishes a peaceful night's rest. NEOM Perfect Night's Sleep Discovery Collection | Amazon 4. Neal's Yard Remedies Bee Lovely Nourishing Collection Neal's Yard Remedies Bee Lovely Nourishing Collection | Amazon This Bee Lovely set brings the best of nature into your skincare. It's a gentle, nourishing gift that supports your skin—and helps protect the bees. 5. Maybelline 5th Avenue Shopaholic Makeup Gift Set Maybelline 5th Avenue Shopaholic Makeup Gift Set | Amazon On a budget but still want glam? This affordable Maybelline set packs a serious punch. Perfect for women who want a quick makeup refresh. This set proves great things come in small (and inexpensive) packages. 💪 Women 55+ are leading the way in healthy weight loss A major UK study shows that women over 55 are seeing the best results from weight loss jabs like Wegovy and Mounjaro – and it's not just the medication that's working. According to research from Voy and Imperial College London, older women who track their weight and attend coaching sessions lose 53% more weight than those relying on jabs alone. ✨ Voy offers a personalised, medically guided plan combining prescription support with coaching and digital habit-building tools. Learn more and check your eligibility here . Natalie Dixon is NationalWorld's Lifestyle reporter . If you liked this article and want to read more about fashion, beauty and lifestyle you can follow Natalie Dixon on X here .
Buzz Feed
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
36 TikTok Products That Are Worth Every Penny
A set of DEET-free handy mosquito-repelling bracelets for the ultimate in genius summer investments — these use essential oils, including citronella, to help stop those teensy vampires in their tracks. Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream that your skin will be SO happy to soak up — this is formulated with aloe, salicylic acid, and jojoba oil to help hydrate, tighten, and gently exfoliate your skin so effectively that you should be able to see early results in two weeks. (For some reviewers, it only took a few days!) E.l.f's Lash XTNDR Tubing Mascara, a GODSEND for anyone with thin or fragile lashes. This uses lightweight ~tubing~ technology to wrap around lashes and give them a natural-looking, smudge-proof extension so good it almost looks fake. The real boon, though, is how easily the "tubes" slide off in clean, easy swipes at the end of the day when you're washing your face — absolutely no smudging, over-scrubbing, or special eye makeup removal products required. A cult-favorite Creamy Coconut fragrance rollerball from the TikTok-famous small business brand Kuumba Made, known for its luxury scents at ridiculously affordable prices. Reviewers especially love how ~beachy~ and long-lasting this sweet but elevated fragrance feels and how nicely it plays with other scents! A set of Victoria's Secret–inspired seamless "invisible" underwear so soft and stretchy your butt will want to *sing* when you slide them on. This is a true holy grail underwear that doesn't show, doesn't ride up, and somehow manages to look cute all at the same time. An SPF 50 Airy Sunstick Smoothing Bar, a K-beauty staple with a curved balm stick style that makes it super easy to apply, and a non-sticky, white cast-free formula that plays ABSURDLY well with makeup. If you're looking for a lightweight "soft matte" sunscreen to protect your skin, this is your new BFF. Laneige's Neo Blurring Powder to absorb oil and blur pores so effectively that you'll be like, "Oh ... witchcraft??" Might be the only explanation for how this can matte-ify your complexion while still keeping it radiant and glowy. ✨ A bag of FIRECRACKER! POPSICLE! FLAVORED!!! Liquid I.V. electrolyte drink mix, so you have extra incentive to hit your hydration goals on blazing hot days *and* you can relive the glory of chasing down the ice cream truck as a kid. Reviewers are genuinely stunned by how much this tastes like the ~real thing~. Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener, which became the internet's holy grail — now in four shades! — for concealing and brightening dark circles under your eyes so fast that everyone's old concealers are doing double takes. This lightweight color-adapting formula is designed for truly ~invisible~ coverage that makes a drastic difference. Plus Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel, a cult-fave product for your beauty arsenal that will quickly help minimize eye puffiness and swelling thanks to its winning combo of caffeine and hyaluronic acid. It's basically an alarm clock for your eyeballs, because boy howdy are they awake now!! A Lululemon-esque adjustable mini belted pack (aka ~fanny pack~) you can wear around your waist or shoulder for a lightweight bag alternative that you won't lose, since it is literally attached to you. A lot of reviewers mention how genuinely *stunned* they are by how much this little bag can secretly carry. A nail-renewal formula that works so hard to restore discolored, damaged nails that reviewers started seeing results in as little as *two days*. This not only helps tackle symptoms of fungal damage, but helps reduce the thickness and correct the ridges, so your toenails can get the sweet relief they deserve. And a bottle of callus-removing gel so effective at sloughing off dead, hardened skin that one reviewer described it as, "Horrifically satisfying." It's also super easy — you presoak your feet, apply for five minutes, and rub a pumice stone or foot file on the calluses and corns to watch them effortlessly slide off. A "Beverage Buddee" can cover to keep your seltzers and sodas safe from the perils of other humans' germs and Nature (TM) like debris and uninvited bugs. This is also a great way to prevent spillage if you're putting your beverage on the ground or in a high-traffic area! A no-scrub weekly shower cleaner you can quite literally "set and forget" to maintain its cleanliness over time — once you apply it after a shower, you just have to wait eight to 12 hours and it'll quietly tackle the soap scum, grime, oils, mold, and mildew stains without any elbow grease from you. Olay Super Serum Body Wash that will make anyone with dry or dull skin REJOICE — this is packed with niacinamide, shea butter, and collagen peptides for 24-hour hydration that will make you feel as ~luminous~ as the spring sunshine. (Psst — this is the body wash version of their TikTok-famous, super effective facial Super Serum, so you KNOW they mean business.) A fast-acting, refillable plug-in fly trap for flies, fruit flies, moths, and gnats that works up to 400 feet by using a light to lure them. The best part?? The "trap" part is on the back, so you don't have to behold a little bug graveyard in your kitchen when you flick on the lights in the morning. A "flossing toothbrush" with two layers of bristles — regular firm bristles and longer ones that are ten times thinner to clean deep in between your teeth and gums to mimic flossing. Reviewers love how deep the clean feels, and also how soft it is on sensitive teeth! Clinique Almost Lipstick Tinted Lip Balm in Black Honey you're definitely going to want to stock up on *now*, before TikTokers go feral again (guilty as charged). This cult-classic, lightweight, slightly glossy shade is beyond "holy grail" status — it matches skin tones so beautifully that I'm personally starting to suspect witchcraft, after seeing so many TikToks of it subtly transforming entire beauty looks with just a few swipes. A simple faux diamond tennis bracelet to add a touch of sophistication to any outfit without the price of name-brand versions like Swarovski (even though reviewers agree this looks like the Real Deal 👀). An airtight Deli ProKeeper so beloved that it's gone viral on FridgeTok (if you know, you KNOW). Not only does this free up space and clutter in the fridge, but it keeps deli meat and cheese so fresh that you'll actually get your darn money's worth by preventing waste. Mise En Scene Perfect Serum, a beloved K-beauty staple reviewers compare to the $46 Gisou version for MEGA hair hydration and heat protection up to 450 degrees, so you can style your hair without sacrificing on ✨shine✨. This unique blend of seven-oil blend Moroccan argan, olive, coconut, apricot, Marula, jojoba, and camellia oil not only protects hair, but helps correct damage from dryness, *and* reduces drying time. A set of delightfully ~~tingly~~ self-heating soothing foot masks made with Epsom salts, lavender, and peppermint perfect for anyone whose recent step count is "too many." Nothing like a lil' self-care on those aching feet to lift your spirits! A beautifully packaged, travel-friendly Touchland Power Mist hydrating hand sanitizer for anyone who's like "mindfully practicing health and safety, but make it fashion." Unlike other sanitizer sprays, it's infused with aloe vera to keep your skin hydrated and has the most luxurious floral scents. Eos' Shea Butter Vanilla Cashmere body lotion, which TikTok is going *feral* over both because of the lightweight, long-lasting moisture, and the soothing, delicious smell that reviewers compare to more expensive brands like Philosophy and Bath & Body Works. A Yonanas fruit soft serve maker that magics any frozen fruit into an ice cream or sorbet texture so you can have a yummy frozen treat made to your *precise* favorite fruit combos. A lot of folks with dietary restrictions swear by this to get their ice cream kicks! Dae's Hair Cactus Fruit 3-In-1 Styling Cream & Taming Wand, which is basically the brand's "holy grail," TikTok-famous styling cream in the form of a mascara wand. This versatile lil' tool helps you carefully target flyaways, style edges, and smooth frizz. A bottle of sulfate-free biotin shampoo that thousands of reviewers swear by for helping restore their hair and promote healthy hair growth over time. It also includes nourishing ingredients like rosemary oil, zinc, and coconut oil to help moisturize locks and give them a fuller, more volumized look. Lumify Eye Drops, a product so beloved by TikTok that despite being more $$ than other brands, it's the number one selling brand on Amazon right now. Reviewers swear by this for instant reduction in redness in their eyes, with visible differences within a minute of use. Skala's Mais Cacho Hair 2-in-1 Conditioning Treatment, the holy grail of curly hair products — you can either use it as a conditioning treatment, or wear it all day in your curls both to style and condition for all-day hair repair. Reviewers swear by it for healthier, bouncier, more well-defined curls, and love how gently it helps detangle, too. An oh-so-sweet hummingbird lamp with three brightness levels and a touch sensor that reviewers love using as a reading light, a wind-down light, or a nursery light. Bonus: it also functions as an aroma diffuser if you add 3–4 drops of essential oil to the top of its head. A rectangular Lazy Susan to turn you into a legitimate fridge wizard by holding *way* more than the traditional round version. This features 360-degree rotation, so when you install it in the fridge, you can easily access condiments and foods at the "back" by spinning them closer to yourself. No more accidentally dumping pickle jars on your unsuspecting feet!! A jar of all-in-one decor paint, a chalk-style paint with a built-in primer designed to easily glide on furniture, upholstery, and any wood, metal, and glass surfaces. It's eco-friendly and dries with a chalky matte finish within 30 minutes of application, making it a boon for parents doing DIY projects. Reviewers use it on everything from old couches to front doors to dressers to fences. A double-sided cutting board *and* defrosting board with enough capabilities to make your lil' brain spin. One side of the board is made with food-grade stainless steel for cutting meat while the other is made with wheat straw for cutting fruits and veggies, helping save cutting board space and preventing cross-contamination. But reviewers also note that the stainless-steel side is *excellent* for defrosting meat faster, and the built-in garlic grinder on the wheat straw side is also a handy little time saver! A "spray and go" enzyme-based laundry stain remover that works its magic in one wash to help you instantly get rid of all that discolored dried sweat, oil stains, or deodorant residue on your favorite clothes, so you don't have to do any heavy scrubbing yourself. A pair of pretty pastel wireless over-the-ear headphones crafted to look like AirPods Max, so you can still enjoy the comfort and chic style of their iconic headphones without shelling out hundreds of dollars. These feature premium cushion padding, a built-in mic with the ability to take calls, 10 hours of playtime per charge, and surprisingly decent noise blocking for the price.
Buzz Feed
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
12 Target Mascaras That Are Actually Worth Every Penny
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Because you work too hard to be wasting money on mid mascara. 1. Versed Day Lash Lifting and Defining Mascara — a water-resistant formula (that I own!) infused with vitamin E to help nourish your lashes. It lengthens and defines every lash (with zero clumps!) for a glossy, my-lashes-but-better look. The best part is it doesn't smudge, flake, or leave eyelashes feeling brittle. Target Promising reviews: 'This is the only mascara I've ever used that doesn't rub off under my eyes by the end of the day. Love the brush for applying, truly the best.' — hetravis "Beautiful, clean mascara! No clumping and goes on smooth. I have not experienced any negatives. Lengthening and definitely gives you pretty natural looking lashes. I would say that this is a nice daily mascara but if you are looking for a more dramatic lash look then you should try something else. I feel it is a perfect staple mascara that is easy to apply, stays on all day, and provides fluttery natural-looking lashes. Very happy with it!" — CNash 2. An E.l.f. Lash N' Roll Mascara for super-lifted lashes that hold a curl, dare I say, even better than its high-end counterpart. The slightly curved silicone wand hugs lashes at the root, while longer bristles on the outer edge comb through to prevent clumps, lifting your eyelashes to new heights (no curler required). No smudging, no flaking, no worries! Target Promising review: 'I've spent so long looking for the perfect mascara for me. After randomly picking this up one day and trying it for the first time, I knew this was the one. It's the only mascara that makes my lashes stay up and doesn't smudge throughout the day. The quality of this is just amazing and I couldn't recommend it enough. Thank you elf for this amazing mascara.' — Jocelyn 3. A viral L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Panorama Volumizing and Lengthening Mascara to give you thicker, longer, fanned-out lashes and up to 24 hrs of wear. It's all in the wand — the tapered design reaches the inner and outer corners of your lashes to deliver the prettiest, doe-eyed look. Shoppers say it's better than prestige brands, and I have to agree. Promising review: 'I generally NEVER switch up my mascara but I took a chance on this one and I'm so happy I did. This gives me the perfect length and volume but doesn't have issues smudging like other mascaras I have tried in the past. Even though it has really good staying power during the day, I don't find it to be a pain to take off at the end of the day.' — MV 4. A ColourPop Act Natural Mascara for naturally defined, wispy-looking lashes, all for the same price as an iced matcha. The creamy vegan formula gives you that coveted 'clean girl' look, lifting and separating lashes for a barely-there boost that's easy to remove when you're ready. Target Promising review: 'I've been trying to find a brown mascara that just adds a little bit of oomph when I don't wear a lot of makeup, I decided to grab this and try it and it does that job perfectly! No clumps at all and glides on smoothly, just adding a bit of color and length to my lashes. I love it!' — em 5. A Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Lengthening Mascara for lashes so long, people will wonder if you got extensions. The fiber-infused formula effortlessly extends your lashes without adding weight, creating a full, feathery look. Bonus that it comes in some super fun shades like Burgundy Haze and Space Diamond (which is like a glittery silver)! Target Promising review: 'This mascara stays on all day, is buildable, and adds great length and volume, rivaling its more expensive competition with similar results but with a super reasonable price tag. I've never met anyone who tried it and didn't like it! My teenage daughter and I both use it daily.' — Darcy 6. A L'Oreal Paris Paradise Big Deal Volumizing and Lengthening Mascara aka the even more volumizing followup to the brand's Lash Paradise Mascara. It's a lightweight formula with a BIG lash impact, just keep adding coats for limitless volume without any clumps. Target Promising review: 'The Lash Paradise mascara is my absolute favorite everyday mascara ('drugstore' brand, whatever), so I didn't think I'd like this as much… and I was WRONG. This mascara is a mix of the Lash Paradise and Maneater by Tarte and I can't get enough of it. Pair it with the lash primer and you will be impressed. I had several people tell me they loved my lashes and I didn't realize they thought they were fake. Nope, all real!!' — Brooke 7. A Well People Expressionist Lengthening Mascara for a vegan, plant-based formula that's gentle for sensitive eyes. Jojoba oil nourishes with every coat, while rice bran oil helps boost volume and length. The result? Naturally enhanced lashes that feel as soft and fluttery as they look. No smudging, either! Target Promising reviews: 'I love this mascara. It doesn't smudge or clump like other mascaras I've used in the past. I think it's definitely worth the price and the quality is better than other expensive brands I've used in the past that have disappointed.' — Marlinee "Amazing mascara! I bought this on a whim wanting to try something with a bit better ingredients, as telescopic has been my holy grail for 10+ years, but it's started to burn my eyes. This is better, just as lengthening, doesn't clump at all, easy application, it's the best!! Highly highly recommend, my new go-to." — Alexa 8. A Maybelline The Falsies Surreal Extensions Mascara because these deliver super long and voluminous lashes that, yes, look like they could be falsies. The secret is its fiber-powered formula, that attaches to your natural lash to literally boost length. The effect is longer, fuller-looking lashes that promise to last up to 24 hours. Maybelline / Via Target Promising review: 'This mascara is amazing! I have short, thin lashes and it adds a ton of length and volume. It stays on while I'm sweating all day at work but washes off easily enough. I will definitely be buying this again.' — Desiree 9. A Pacifica Dream Big Lash Extending 7 in 1 Black Magic Mascara with an adjustable brush you simply extend to lift and lengthen or shorten to buildup volume, it's that easy. Plant fibers make your natural lashes look longer, while coconut oil and vitamin B keep them soft and hydrated — it's essentially a lash serum and mascara in one. Target Promising review: 'I LOVE this mascara!! I get so many people asking if I got eyelash extensions when I wear this mascara. It is very buildable and natural looking!' — Jtarget 10. A Milani Highly Rated Lash Extensions Tubing Mascara that uses tubing technology to instantly lengthen and lift every lash, while allowing for easy removal with warm water. The skinny, conical wand gives you easy access to your inner lashes for a natural, fanned-out effect and did I mention it wears for up to 16 hours without smudging? *Adds to cart*. 11. A Covergirl LashBlast Volume Mascara for dramatic, va-va-voom volume. Its iconic spin-shape brush offers intense fullness and length in a single swipe for statement lash looks with zero clumping or smudging. No wonder it's been the brand's #1 mascara for years. Target Promising review: 'I love this mascara. I have been using it for years! Over a decade. I have tried countless different brands–high and low–and prefer this mascara over all others. The formula stays put on my watery eyes. I love the brush and that it adds the perfect amount of volume and length to my eyelashes.' — Cjmlsw 12. A classic L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Mascara that'll give you super buildable, touchably soft volume that comes in a TON of cool shades. Go forest fairy glam with the emerald color or try for a spooky witch look with the deep violet. Best part is? They're $10 so if you try something and it isn't your vibe, you just move on to the next! Target Promising review: 'This is my go to drugstore mascara and it's better than some expensive brands. I keep going back to it. It's great for adding length, doesn't clump my lashes together and it washes off easily as well.' — MMMick
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
CONCERTS: Deftones at Rogers Aug. 24, 54-40, Blackie and the Rodeo Kings top Beaumont Music Fest June 20-21
Sacramento indie metal kings Deftones have extended their tour right to our doorstep, playing Rogers Place on Aug. 24. The innovative and experimental band sometimes dubbed the 'Radiohead of metal' has in its 37 years strayed into everything from trip hop to funk, dream pop to psychedelia, but is best known for the soupy, slow-burn Change (In the House of Flies), the wispy then face-kick thrash of My Own Summer, the swirly-drunken Mascara and of course that bikini album cover of 1997's stratosphere-rising Around the Fur, followed by White Pony in 2000 — which netted the band a Grammy for Best Metal Performance for the song Elite. With nine albums, they've sold over 10 million albums around the world, streamed 8.3 billion times. Frontman Chino Moreno, guitarist Stephen Carpenter and drummer Abe Cunningham are all childhood friends and Deftones OGs still with the band for those into endurance and continuity, which can likely be attributed at least in part to the fact the band never stays exactly in one place, always willing to push into strange new dimensions. Keyboardist Frank Delgado has also been around since guesting way back on the first album. Phantogram and The Barbarians of California open the show up, general on-sale tickets 10 a.m. Monday, with pre-sales 10 a.m. Friday. Meanwhile, Beaumont Music Festival has announced the lovely Blackie and the Rodeo Kings and iconic Canadian rock band 54-40 as its Friday and Saturday night headliners. Taking place in Beaumont's Four Seasons Park June 20 and 21 — same weekend as North Country Fair up by Driftpile and Sled Island down in Calgary — BMF in its 18th iteration claims the title of longest-running 100 per cent all-Canadian music festival. Friday will also feature Five Alarm Funk, Jeremy Fisher and Shaguar. Saturday — a CanRock celebration — will see The Grapes of Wrath, ODDS and RadioActive join the fun. More info and passes — $139 for the whole weekend — are waiting for you at fgriwkowsky@ @ You can also support our journalism by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribers gain unlimited access to The Edmonton Journal, Edmonton Sun, National Post and 13 other Canadian news sites. Support us by subscribing today: The Edmonton Journal | The Edmonton Sun.
Buzz Feed
06-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
31 Cheaper Versions Of Expensive Beauty Products You'll Want To Switch To Forever
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Shopping · When you see this lovely $6 lip stain that rivals Benetint in action, you'll be its biggest fan. 1. E.l.f's brand new Lash XTNDR Tubing Mascara, a GODSEND for anyone with thin or fragile lashes. This uses lightweight ~tubing~ technology to wrap around lashes and give them a natural-looking, smudge-proof extension so good it almost looks fake. The real boon, though, is how easily the "tubes" slide off in clean, easy swipes at the end of the day when you're washing your face — absolutely no smudging, over-scrubbing, or special eye makeup removal products required. Check out a TikTok of the E.l.f. tubing mascara in action. I am not a new human to the tubing mascara game, and in fact readily spent $26 on the famous OG blend from Blinc every time it needed replacing. I didn't even love it for the length half as much as the fact that tubing mascara like this genuinely never smudges, but can I just say — regardless of price, the E.l.f. tubing mascara formula blows all the others I've tried out of the water. It gives me way more length and volume than other brands, slides on so much more easily, stays put ALL day, and never, ever smudges. My favorite part, though, is how gently and easily it comes off with soap and water. In the past, other mascara removals have felt rough on my lashes, but this comes off so fast that I'm like ??? was I even wearing mascara a minute ago?? Anyway, I hesitate even writing this review because I want to gatekeep the hell out of this before it sells out, but the world needed to know. I'm a big fan of the brown shade (which is what I'm wearing above!), but it also comes in black and soft black. Get it from Amazon for $7 (available in three shades). 2. A TikTok-famous "Soft" perfume rollerball that honestly has no right smelling so delectable and layering so well considering it's only five cash dollars. Reviewers are obsessed with the scent's warm sweetness with a hint of citrusy zest, comparing it to waffle cones, lemon pound cake, and warm vanilla scones ... and this $65 bottle of Pink Sugar 👀. Promising review: "Like so many, I found this scent on TikTok. I was a bit skeptical at first but finally got around to trying it. First off, this scent smells amazing! Almost every time I've worn it, I receive compliments. It has a sweet smell, almost like warm cake or sugar cookies with a hint of lemon. With such an affordable price, I would definitely recommend this to anyone curious about trying it." — Chrissy Get it from Amazon for $5.18 (available in two styles). 3. Plus Dossier's "Ambery Vanilla" perfume any fans of YSL's $95 bottle of Black Opium will want to snap up, FAST. This compelling, subtly layered blend of mandarin, vanilla, pink pepper, jasmine, and cedarwood is a beautiful all-seasons signature scent that reviewers can't stop raving about — especially because it has such great staying power throughout the day. Dossier is a small business that specializes in alternative, affordable perfumes — check out the rest of their options on their Amazon storefront! Promising review: "Gorgeous scent! I love perfumes, and I'm super picky. I either love or return. This scent is gorgeous. Smells a bit sweet but not overly sweet, not super vanilla, just a hint of it with sophistication. Very soft and sultry. I applied moisturizer (thin, thin layer of Vaseline) and then sprayed perfume. It stayed on my skin for probably over eight hours. I checked my sweater the next day you could easily smell it on my sweater. Definitely worth the money." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $29+ (available in two sizes). 4. E.l.f.'s Hydrating Core Lip Shine in the "Ecstatic" shade, which reviewers say captures the some magic as " Black Honey," the $25 ~universal shade~ from Clinique that's blowing up on TikTok at a fraction of the price. It doesn't shift colors as magically as the other version, but it's a perfect, non-sticky "go-to" lip to keep in all your favorite bags. I personally will live, breathe, and die by the magic of $25 "universal" Black Honey version — it lasts FOREVER and also functions as the perfect blush — but it sells out so often that I am also deeply relieved to know it has a cheap alternative in case of lip emergency! Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. The dark color is perfectly sheer. It also adds the most beautiful color to your lips. I am a Clinique Black Honey lip fan, and this gives me the same look for a fraction of the cost. I love it and have multiple that I keep in various spots. Not sticky either, which is my biggest gripe about lip glosses. My hair doesn't get stuck in this like some glosses, but I get the shine." — Hamps5 Get it from Amazon for $7 (also available in seven shades). 5. L'Oréal Paris BB Cream, a FAST-acting, anti-redness moisturizer with results that feel like legitimate magic — especially considering its competitor, the Dr Jart+ Cicapair Color Correcting Cream, is over twice as expensive. Reviewers especially love this as a base for their makeup, because it leaves skin super soft and primed. Promising review: "I'd yet to find anything (even foundation) that could cover up my red areas. Cheeks, chin, nose, and forehead. It comes out green, but has a gorgeous lightweight finish of a tint that indeed covers my redness beautifully. There's no greasiness to it at all. It dries down to a beautiful matte finish. It's super easy to use. I use my fingers. The texture is like silk. It leaves my face baby-soft, not sticky at all. It doesn't settle into my fine lines or wrinkles, and I don't need powder to 'bake' it under my eyes. It also covers the black circles under my eyes." — Julie F. Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (available in two styles). 6. A Baccarat Rouge 540-inspired moisturizing body wash infused with white jasmine, red currant, and sweet amber that reviewers swear by for a cheap alternative to keep that delectably luxe scent on them all day long. Nothing wrong with smelling a lil' ~~expensive~~! I bought this after being peer-pressured by all the lovely reviews, and I'm happy to report it lives up to the hype. The scent is lovely — it has depth with a hint of floral, but it's light and not at all overpowering. My favorite thing about it is how easily it pairs other scents, because I am a body mist gremlin who swaps out her scents every day. The lather is also deeply satisfying and I feel quite refreshed and squeaky clean without ever feeling dry. Promising review:"Cremo's body wash is nothing short of exceptional. If you're a fan of luxurious fragrances, this product will quickly become your new favorite. It boasts an incredible scent that perfectly mimics Baccarat Rouge 540 — a fragrance renowned for its sophisticated and captivating aroma. What sets this body wash apart is not just its stunning scent but also its longevity. The fragrance lingers beautifully throughout the day, ensuring you stay enveloped in that luxurious aroma long after your shower." — Ralph D. Thompson II Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three shades). 7. Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener, which will be your holy grail for concealing and brightening dark circles under your eyes when schedule is throwing you for a loop. This lightweight, color-adapting formula is designed for truly ~invisible~ coverage that makes a drastic difference — one that a lot of reviewers compare to the $33 Becca version. The color-adaptive formula is designed so one of two shades will work on any skin tone. Promising review: "Took years off my eyes! This product is so reasonably priced. I came across a TikTok promoting this and decided to take a chance since the price was super reasonable. My eyes looked brighter in a good way, and the concealer worked so well that I felt I looked younger. I got compliments from friends asking what I did differently with my makeup. I recommend it." — Monica T. Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in four shades). 8. Plus a lil' polar bear hydrating eye stick for some sweet, sweet relief when you wake up with puffy, aching eyes. This formula is blended with Iceland glacial water to help tighten skin and tackle dark circles so you look and feel more ~refreshed~. Bonus: It's a heck of a lot cheaper than the other TikTok fave, the Tula version. Promising reviews:"I have always had serious dark circles and bags under my eyes, and this has really changed this for me. The results are incredible. The puffiness is gone. The dark circles are hardly noticeable. My sensitive skin has not broken out. I never write reviews, but this was so good that I had to write a review. This actually works." — Ben "Better than Tula! I love this cooling stick!! It's super easy, affordable, and smells lovely." — Heather Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three styles and multipacks). 9. Eos' Shea Butter Vanilla Cashmere body lotion, which TikTok is going *feral* over both because of the lightweight, long-lasting moisture, and the soothing, delicious smell that reviewers compare to more expensive brands like Philosophy and Bath & Body Works. Promising review: "Heaven sent for your skin; heavenly scent to enjoy. This feels absolutely amazing going on. Gets absorbed quickly, for a lotion rich with oil. Doesn't leave a greasy feeling, as long as you give it a minute or two to fully absorb. The scent is, for me anyway, like aromatherapy. It smells like an iced sugar cookie, and is a great base layer for fragrance. Very relaxing." — Dragonheart Jo "I love everything about this lotion! I had been using a body butter that was ten times as expensive, but I was looking for a cheaper alternative and I am SO glad I found this! I immediately ordered three more bottles." — Samantha Get it from Amazon for $8.98. 10. A hydrating, plumping lip glow oil reviewers compare to the cult-fave Dior Lip Oil ... that is, if it were a FRACTION of the price 👀. Promising review: "I will no longer pay $40 for the Dior lip oil. It smells the same. It's not sticky, but stays on. This is a great glossy look that feels comfortable." — Brianna Clark Get it from Amazon for $3.99+ (available in four shades and in two-packs). 11. Etude's delightfully multipurpose Dear Darling Water Tint, which a lot of reviewers compare to Benefit's Lip Tint. This smudgeproof formula is designed primarily to be a natural-looking, weightless lip stain, but reviewers use it as a blush as well! Promising review: "I bought the Benefit version a couple of months ago and was very underwhelmed by it, but this product is sooo soo much better than Benetint. The pigment is so good and natural at the same time. A 10/10 for sure. And at this price point what's there not to like?" — Rachael Get it from Amazon for $6.20+ (available in three shades and combo packs). 12. A bottle of Elizavecca Hair Treatment, an Olaplex-like repairing mask infused with collagen ingredients and protein extracts that will help restore hair health and reduce shedding. All you gotta do is apply it on wet hair after a shampoo, wait five minutes, and rinse it out. This is designed to work on all hair types, with reviewers with 2b to 4c curls mentioning it worked for them! Promising review:"Like many others, I tried this as a replacement for Olaplex. Honestly, Olaplex never had a great effect on my hair and certainly wasn't worth the price. This did an unreal job on my hair!! I was skeptical (tried a little bit first because I was petrified it would burn off my hair and I would end up bald!) but, lo and behold, it was magic! My hair is so strong, silky, and healthy looking after just one use. Plus you can't beat the price! Have already ordered another box. I should also add I have curly/wavy hair that's been colored to a light brown. Buy it!!" — BB Check out BuzzFeed's full review of the Elizavecca hair treatment for more deets! Get a bottle from Amazon for $7.74. 13. L'Oréal Paris Collagen Daily Face Moisturizer so intensely hydrating, plumping, and smoothing that reviewers compare it to the $92 Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream 👀. Not only is this super effective (and affordable!) for use overnight *and* overtime, but its nongreasy formula makes it play super well with makeup. Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE this product. The texture is just like the CT Magic Cream. It is super rich but doesn't make the skin feel greasy. I have extremely sensitive/acne prone skin and this doesn't break me out at all. I have been using it for about two years now and I will never stop using it. Super inexpensive and works wonders!" — Monica S. Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two sizes, and unscented and fragranced). 14. A six-piece (!!) set of high-performance matte lipsticks at a *fraction* of the price of its competitors that stays the heck put without drying or cracking your lips by the end of the day. (Seriously, reviewers are DRAGGING major brands in their comments, these are so cheap and effective.) Promising review: "What can I say, I saw a TikTok about this lipstick, and for $10 had to try it! The reviews are right, for some reason, this lipstick is better than even $20 name-brand ones bought from Ulta. Not only does it smell great, but dries in under a minute and survived eating a cupcake, a Starbucks drink, and an entire evening out, no smudging, and had to be removed with a makeup wipe. Fantastic product!!" — Claire Get a six-piece set from Amazon for $8.99 (available in five sets). 15. E.l.f.'s Halo Glow Blush Beauty Wand you can use to brighten, blush, *or* bronze your cheeks with its easy-to-use, blendable formula — which is, by the way, a HECK of a lot cheaper than the $42 Charlotte Tillbury version some reviewers were using before 👀. Amazon Promising review:"This mimics designer liquid blush I've used before, for a tenth of the price! It's lightweight and gives my face the perfect amount of color and shimmer! I'll never use another product for blush." — Tara Lynn Get it from Amazon for $9 (available in six shades). 16. SkinSmart Facial Cleanser Spray reviewers compare to the pricier Tower 28 SOS Spray, designed to target bacteria that causes acne and blemishes *without* drying your skin. This is the perfect "spray and go" fix for anyone who gets busy — teens, travelers, athletes, and professionals who wear a face mask or gear swear by this for keeping their skin clear. Amazon, Check out a TikTok of the SkinSmart Facial Spray in action. Promising review:"This products is the best thing ever invented. I spray it every time I sweat, go outside, or am in an environment that is not the cleanest. It's literally hand sanitizer but for the face. So worth it! This is way better than the expensive versions like Tower 28." — Isabella Hinojosa Get it from Amazon for $17.46. 17. Hair Chemist's Sleek Spray, a humidity-resistant styling spray to help minimize frizz in humid climates and boost shine. If you're hooked on the $28 Color Wow Dream Coat that's been blowing up TikTok the past few years, you might want to try out this cheaper alternative! Promising review: "I have very wavy hair that doesn't like humidity. It frizzes and tries to re-wave itself whenever I've straightened and gone out in the humidity. I tested this out on a 10-minute walk this morning with my dog in 97% humidity, and there were very minimal flyaways and very minimal, almost non-existent waves. This product is super lightweight and doesn't make my hair greasy, which I'm prone to. I'd rate this 10 stars if I could! The smell is nice, too." — Jaime Get it from Amazon for $15.10. 18. A bottle of Nyx matte setting spray for anyone who wants the all-day protection of Mac and Urban Decay's setting sprays without the price tag — this matte finish will lock your look in place in just a few seconds, even on days when the sun is trying to melt you like a Popsicle. Promising review:"Expensive isn't always better. I tried this spray before spending the day outdoors in 90-degree heat at Disneyland, and the only place my makeup moved was on the tip of my nose because I have allergies and use a lot of Kleenex. But otherwise it looked as fresh as it did when I put it on. I've used Mac and Urban Decay setting spray and they never worked as well as this stuff. I am completely amazed. Definitely give it a try." — Stephanie Get it from Amazon for $9.97 (also available in dewy and radiant finishes, and a jumbo size). 19. Juno & Co.'s Clean 10 Cleansing Balm, a game-changing makeup remover made with a blend of pearl barley and vitamin E that reviewers adore for getting that ✨ CLEAN clean✨ feeling — it's designed to leave zero residue or oiliness, *plus* brighten skin and reduce hyperpigmentation and dark spots. People compare it to pricey versions like Farmacy Green Clean, Dermalogica, and Elemis! Amazon, Juno & Co. is a small business specializing in personal care and skincare products. Promising review:"I've loved the Farmacy Green Clean for many years, but at $30+ for a jar that lasts 1-2 months max, it was a pricey product to buy on a regular basis. I wanted something just as good at a lower price and I FOUND IT! This cleanser absolutely melts away makeup and deep cleans the skin without any drying or eye irritation! It smells great and a little goes a loooonng way — I'm in love!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $14.99. 20. E.l.f. Soft Glam Foundation for full coverage with that "barely there" look — it glides on so smooth and has such a satin-y finish that it'll just look like your skin with some subtle dewy glow ✨. Reviewers compare this easy-to-apply formula to a lot of much more expensive, higher-end brands! Promising review: "This is now my favorite foundation hands down. It has such a dewy natural finish. Medium to full coverage yet still lightweight. It could go up against higher end brands for less than $10. I'm a huge fan of all of E.l.f.'s products. Great quality and very affordable." — kimberly Get it from Amazon for $8 (available in 36 shades). 21. E.l.f. Power Grip Primer, an inexpensive alternative for Milk's Hydro Grip primer and a *godsend* for makeup lovers of all skin types, particularly those dealing with dry, flaky, or acne-prone skin. Once you apply this and let it set for 30 seconds, not only will it grip your makeup in place, but the hyaluronic acid will help moisturize and plump your skin to improve its texture over time. Promising reviews:"I wanted to try this for the longest time and I finally got it and I was not disappointed. I highly recommend this product, especially if you have dry skin. This is my favorite primer to use now. Works so well and helps with making your makeup look almost flawless. Highly recommend it." — Megan Lindstrom "I tried the Milk primer and it worked magic for my super oily skin. I came across this for a fraction of the cost. The Milk primer was $34 this does the same job for way less. I am happy with my purchase." — Shenelle Get it from Amazon for $8.06. 22. An internet-beloved set of makeup sponges for expert-level blending and coverage that reviewers say work just as well as (if not better than!) a BeautyBlender or Real Technique sponges. They work for foundation, BB cream, powder, *and* concealer, plus wet or dry, so basically it's working harder than I have for *checks watch* my whole life. Promising review: "Don't hesitate, just buy these. I was using the Real Technique sponges for years and I bought these on a whim after seeing several TikToks praising these. I love these sponges and the price. I apply liquid foundation with a damp sponge, and these work better than Real Techniques. They are dense but soft and 'bouncy.' I wash mine between each use, and these hold up very well and much better than the RT. Very happy with my purchase and the price. Will definitely continue to buy." — chris Get a set of five from Amazon for $5.99. 23. Peach Slices Acne Spot Dots, a hydrocolloid sticker comparable to the $$ "Mighty Patches" that you can apply straight onto open zits to help drain them and reduce redness overnight. Personally *love* to see a problem magically disappear while I'm snoozing. Amazon Peach & Lily is a skincare brand founded by celebrity esthetician Alicia Yoon that specializes in toxin-free, vegan beauty products made with recyclable packaging. The company plants a tree with each order, and a portion of its proceeds have gone to to Restore NYC since 2016. Check out a TikTok of the acne spot dots in action. Promising review: "This brand is so affordable and works just the same as the more expensive brands. I go through them so quickly so this is a plus! I'm generally a picker at my zits, but if I can get to one of these dots in time I save my face a lot of irritation and pain. I wear them at night and sometimes during the day, only takes about two to get rid of those pesky whiteheads, sometimes more for a big zit. They really suck everything out." — Savannah Wilson Get a pack of 30 from Amazon for $4.88. 24. E.l.f.'s new sheer tint, hyaluronic acid-infused moisturizing "Squeeze Me" lip balm that comes in flavors like Vanilla Frosting, Honeydew, and Peach. It is 2025, and we deserve an affordable way to perpetually taste like birthday cake!! I love love love this lip balm. I compare it to the $24 version from Summer Fridays, which I've been splurging on — I love that brand because it lasts so long and is so high quality, but this $4 E.l.f. version feels comparable and, more excitingly, comes in smaller versions so I can stock my totes and bathroom with them whether I'm at home or on the go. It's hydrating, lightweight, doesn't get sticky, and adds a perfect ~subtle~ gloss whether I'm using it alone or on top of a lip color. I love the vanilla flavor so much, it's got a similar vibe to the birthday cake flavor that Glossier sometimes carries. Promising review:"BUY IT, you won't regret it! After purchasing some of the more expensive Laneige ones, I decided to try this lip balm. I feel like these work so much better, and for so much less money! I'm obsessed with the scents and the formula is non-sticky, in my opinion, just a good slick balm. Peach smells like the peach ring candies, and honeydew actually reminds me of the old B&BW scent Cucumber Melon." — Kelly Get it from Amazon for $4 (available in five flavors). 25. Maybelline's Total Temptation Eyebrow Definer Pencil, an easy-to-use, subtle eyebrow filler just as effective as the ones triple its price — reviewers call it out as an excellent alternative to Benefit's Goof Proof and Anastasia Beverly Hills' Brow Wiz. Amazon The tool comes with two ends, one a small eyebrow brush and the other a specially edged eyebrow pencil. Promising review:"I bought this because it looked like the Goof Proof brow pencil and I was tired of spending ridiculous amounts on that! I actually like it better than Goof Proof (and for a quarter of the price)! I find it even creamier and easier to use. The tip is perfect if you have a good amount of brow to fill in." — Liza T. Get it from Amazon for $8.54 (available in four shades). 26. And the Brow Glue, Nyx's ~extreme hold~ eyebrow gel that will hold up against ye olde elements, whether you're breaking a sweat on the dance floor or, like me, you're just sweating because it's Tuesday. Reviewers especially love that it doesn't get tacky or flaky like competitors, and is super easy to apply. Here's what BuzzFeeder Chelsea Stuart has to say about it: "I wear very little makeup — especially on vacation — but there's something about doing my brows that makes me feel more put together. I recently went on a 12-day trip to the UK, Croatia, Montenegro, and Spain, and traveled carry-on only so I really had to pare down my toiletries — especially as the airports I traveled through made us condense all of our liquids into a single quart-size bag. This stuff is TINY but does the absolute most! I wouldn't say I have particularly thin or thick brows, but this really zhuzhed them up with next to no effort." Promising review:"The Boy Brow from Glossier was my ride or die eyebrow product for years, but the tubes are so small and they raised the price so I could no longer justify it. This brow glue is the closest thing I've found to it and it's half the price! Will definitely repurchase." — Alex Get it from Amazon for $9.51 (available in six shades, including clear). 27. E.l.f.'s Poreless Putty Primer, a lightweight base primer that some reviewers even swear by as a Tatcha Silk Primer alternative — this helps reduce the appearance of pores and lets you apply makeup more smoothly and evenly. Promising reviews:"I have wasted hundreds of dollars on expensive primers only to discover this one and never use anything else. It's smooth as butter and exceptional. I had my makeup professionally done for a gala and the MUA used this primer. She swears by it, and she is right! My makeup lasted the whole next day, too, lol." — Angie B. "Finally able to get my hands on this, and it absolutely lives up to the hype! This is an amazing primer and really does visibly smooth and blur pores. I use my beauty blender to apply it, and a little goes a long way. It's a perfect [alternative] for the Tatcha Silk Canvas Primer at a fraction of the cost." — Rebecca Get it from Amazon for $10. 28. A Revlon one-step hair dryer and volumizer to dry your hair as you style it and give your 'do an incredible amount of volume and shine, without the cost of a pricey blowout. Psst — reviewers compare this to the $599 (!!) Dyson Airwrap. Unlike other hair dryers, this one can be held closer to the roots and scalp for a higher volume and lift and helps you curl hair at the end while it dries. It comes with three heat settings and is designed to work on all hair textures — reviewers with 2a–4c hair mentioned it working for them, and especially noted that it helps cut down on drying time! Promising reviews:"I've had my eye on a Dyson Airwrap, but given the cost, I figured I'd try this while I save up. This thing is fantastic. I have waist length hair that's naturally straight, but gets frizzy when damp. I've had salon blowouts that have left my hair looking great, but I simply can't manage a round brush without it getting tangled in my hair. This device has been a game changer. It works best if you air dry for a while before you use it, then use it to finish your style. My hair miraculously doesn't get snarled in it, and it leaves my hair looking like I've had it professionally styled. I love it, and I'm no longer interested in blowing $500 on a Dyson. Highly recommend!" — Ilsa Get it from Amazon for $36.93 (available in three styles and eight colors). 29. A trio of hydrating lip sleeping masks for three Laneige-like masks in *one* — this even comes in four different flavor combos so you can split them among friends, if you're feeling generous ✨. Promising review: " This is the most moisturizing lip treatment in the market. When my lips started getting dry due to the cold season I was thinking of buying the Laneige lip mask, but it's soooo expensive. This is a fraction of the cost and feels just the same. Very good product." — Riya Get it from Amazon for $9.90 (available in six combos). 30. A rainbow eyeshadow palette that is basically like a fun playground for your face — these super long-lasting, blendable, high-pigmented shades give you all the WOW factor of the more expensive brand name versions without the OH NO factor of the price. Promising reviews: "Clearly time I got a new eyeshadow palette. Sargent Freddie Mercury (my not-even 4-pound bunny) made it his mission to destroy my James Charles overpriced palette. This palette is the same quality, maybe even nicer. This eyeshadow was put on at around 3 p.m. and it's almost 1 a.m., the 'highlight' stayed on my nose even with my mask on through a whole day of work. That blew my mind." — Daniel T Adams Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in two versions). 31. L'Oréal Paris Makeup True Match Lumi Glotion designed to enhance your skin's natural ✨ glow✨ just like the pricy Drunk Elephant drops — perfect for anyone who wants a lightweight alternative to foundation or just a lil' extra low-effort, ethereal shimmer in their lives. Promising review:"Love love love this stuff. This is such a stellar product that is so versatile. Can be worn alone to put some glowy life to skin. Add to foundation or layer it. Beautiful. Use it as a base where you put highlighter on top. Mix some with moisturizer. This, in my opinion, is better than so many high-luxury brands that make similar products. And I am pretty sure it can be used by all skin types. It's not an oily feeling at all, and it doesn't dry out the skin either. Just a total package. Can't beat the price either." — Figgy08 Get it from Amazon for $13.98 (available in four shades). Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
