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8 affordable beauty brands that won’t break the bank

8 affordable beauty brands that won’t break the bank
Penny Lafferty
Writer and expert1 year ago
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Let it be known, beauty is a lifestyle for many of us across the globe. From the latest makeup to the freshest skincare, we truly can’t get enough of all the innovations the industry has to offer. But all this beauty can take its toll on our bank accounts, making it much harder to fund even our essential formulas, let alone keep on top of the trends.

But what if we told you high-quality beauty didn’t always have to break the bank? Discover our favourite affordable brands that are light on the purse strings, won’t compromise on quality, and avoid hindering your quest for new beauty buys!

CeraVe

An ideal entry point for luxury, effective skincare, CeraVe is the hardworking beauty brand with accessible price points across its staple products. The dermatologically-tested brand ensure skincare of the highest quality, designed to hydrate, nourish and protect all skin types with affordable formulas to try, love, and repurchase time and time again – from the bestselling Hydrating Cleanser to the AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF25.

The INKEY List

Take it back to basics with The INKEY List, offering an entire range of no-frills skincare to suit any routine. The brand present a whole range of targeted treatments, so whether you’re looking to plump up your skin, keep blemishes at bay, or ward off early signs of ageing, The INKEY List cover all bases at an entirely reasonable price point!

Makeup Revolution

If Makeup Revolution isn’t already on your radar, it might be time to revisit your priorities! The brand is known for creating high-quality (somewhat familiar) formulas that likely sit within the average beauty fanatic’s budget. Whether you’re in the market for an affordable blush palette or contour stick, this brand has it all and then some! Makeup Revolution even stock fragrances, if you’re interested…

The Ordinary

Timeless skincare made easy, The Ordinary is a great point of call for affordable products. The brand is designed to revolutionise your skincare journey, equipped with results-driven formulas that are guilt-free from a price perspective. Discover multi-purpose beauty, like the Glycolic Acid 7 Toning Solution, which can be used on face, neck, and even under the arms as deodorant!

MONDAY Haircare

On a mission to make salon-quality haircare available to the masses, MONDAY Haircare prides itself on powerhouse formulas at accessible price points. The strand-saving brand is known for luxury haircare in purse-friendly formats, leaving manes looking shiny, fresh and full of life.

Garnier

An industry powerhouse for over 100 years, Garnier know a thing or two about beauty, making skin-loving products available to the masses. Spanning haircare, skincare and even bodycare, the brand is celebrated for its trustworthy formulas that are as effective as they are affordable, from the fan-favourite Micellar Water to the Reusable Makeup Remover Pads!

Cantu

Refuse to compromise on your curls with Cantu, the haircare brand designed to nourish, hydrate and treat your tresses from root-to-tip. The brand is home to a whole range of curly hair essentials that won’t cost you the earth, allowing your locks to achieve their fullest potential, time and time again.

NYX

Loved by MUAs, bloggers and beauty fanatics worldwide, NYX Professional Makeup is the no-nonsense beauty brand that enhance any cosmetic collection with innovative, pigment-powered products. From impactful eyeshadows to illuminating highlighters, the brand boast something for every price point, offering must-have, accessible formulas that make makeup FUN again!

Penny Lafferty
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