Budget alternatives to your favorite beauty splurges

Lips

“Many of my clients have turned to glosses instead of lipsticks,” says Betian, “but whatever your preference, there are definitely plenty of cost-conscious choices out there.” In her experience, the affordable selections mentioned here are comparable to the high-end products in terms of wearability, texture and color pigmentation.

Trade This:

Lancome Juicy Tubes Gloss ($18) or MAC Pro Longwear Lustre Lipcolor ($14)

For That:

L’Oreal Infallible Never Fail Lipgloss (around $10) or L’Oreal Colour Juice Gloss (around $8.50) or L’Oreal Colour Riche Lipcolour (around $9) or Revlon Colorstay Overtime Lipcolor ($10)

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