When you first try out makeup, the options can be overwhelming. There are so many brands and types of makeup, which makes it hard to understand where to even begin. A lot of influencers only talk about and recommend high-end products, which aren’t beginner-friendly or great for people on a budget. 

Here are some of my favorite affordable makeup products that I have tried and loved as a person who enjoys makeup.

Maybelline Fit Me Liquid Concealer ($5.99)

I have tried many different concealers, but I always come back to this one. I have dark under eyes, and this concealer helps with that. It has good coverage and does not crease. It’s also easy to find your shade in this concealer since it doesn’t oxidize after putting it on. 

Maybelline Fit Me Dewy + Smooth Liquid Foundation ($7.99)

A perfect foundation that is cheap is so hard to find, but the Fit Me foundation is just that for all skin types. It has medium coverage and tons of shade options. 

Maybelline Hyper Easy Liquid Eyeliner ($6.99)

This eyeliner is the smoothest to put on, and its sharp tip makes it easier for beginners to experiment with eyeliner.

MILANI Cheek Kiss Liquid Blush ($8.97)

Liquid blush has always been my favorite. It is easy to apply, plus it’s super trendy because of its dewy finish. However, this MILANI blush is very pigmented and has four different shades to choose from. Plus it’s a dupe for the Glossier Cloud blush, which is on the more pricey side. 

Wet n Wild MegaGlow Makeup Stick ($4.49)

Contouring can be intimidating, but this contour stick makes it easy. It applies very smoothly and is easy to blend even if you put a little too much on. 

Wet n Wild Megaglo Liquid Highlighter  ($5.99)

I absolutely love this liquid highlighter! It can be blinding or natural, depending on how much you apply and how you blend it. You you can even find this highlighter at the dollar store if you’re lucky. 

L.A. Colors Browie Wowie Brow Pencil ($3.89) 

This eyebrow pencil has a slanted tip which makes it easy to apply to your eyebrows. In addition, the formula is not very waxy like other cheap brow pencils; this is a huge reason why I enjoy it so much!. 

L’Oreal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara ($7.68)

This is a major dupe for the Too Faced Better Than Sex mascara, and it makes your eyelashes so much thicker and longer. It also does not budge, so you don’t have to worry about smudging under your eyes. 

Physicians Formula Butter Bronzer ($11.97)

You cannot go wrong with this bronzer. With its butter-like formula, it is one of the most popular bronzers online, and tons of makeup influencers rave about it.

These are some of my personal favorites that I know others have raved about and loved. But, even if you don’t like these options, I encourage you to go out and explore other brands!

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