Penny Pincher Fashion

Fashion, Beauty and Style

  • Home
  • Shop
    • My Looks
    • Under $100
    • Under $50
  • About
  • Contact
  • Press
  • Fashion
    • Spring
    • Summer
    • Fall
    • Winter
  • Beauty
    • Makeup
    • Hair
    • Bloglovin
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
    • Twitter

Beauty· Makeup

Summer Beauty Favorites + Drugstore Dupes

This is the time of year when I tend to scale back on my beauty routine – in fact, I think there have only been a handful of days since we moved that I’ve actually put on a full face of makeup!  I’ve been testing out lots of drugstore options lately and have been amazed by what I’ve found.  While I do believe some products are worth paying more for, I have found some great affordable options that are strikingly similar in both formulation & finish.  So, for those who are looking to save a few dollars on their beauty routine, I’m sharing my top picks for a fresh-faced summer look that’s also easy on your wallet:

summer beauty drugstore finds

1) Fresh Sugar Lip Polish vs. Burt’s Bees Lip Scrub
To be honest, I’ve never tried the Fresh Sugar Lip Polish (which uses brown sugar, shea butter & jojoba oil) – but, it’s cheaper counterpart is 100% natural & works like magic to soften chapped lips.  And it’s $16 less than the more expensive scrub!

2) NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer vs. Maybelline Fit Me Concealer
This is such a close dupe that I almost couldn’t believe it!  The drugstore version has an creamy consistency with a slight hint of radiance to it & the coverage is excellent – I tried it in my undereye area and didn’t have any issues with creasing.

3) Fresh Sugar Tinted Lip Treatment vs. Babo Botanicals Lip Tint
These both have SPF15 built-in & provide a pretty sheer wash of color that’s perfect for summer – but after investigating the ingredients list, I discovered that the Fresh Sugar lip balm has added fragrance and alcohol.  The more affordable option is 100% natural and comes in four different colors (see them all here) – I purchased the Crimson Rose, which is a mauvey berry hue that’s universally flattering.

4) It Cosmetics CC+ Cream vs. Neutrogena Healthy Skin Perfector
There are a few differences between these products – It Cosmetics has SPF50 and Neutrogena has SPF20 and the Neutrogena formula has retinol added.  In terms of consistency and coverage, these are very similar, though there are less skintone options available for the drugstore version.

5) Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz vs. NYX Cosmetics Microbrow Pencil
After picking up this NYX pencil on a recent Target run, I don’t know that I’ll ever go back to buying the more expensive one (which I was using previously).  These are an exact match in shade, ease of application & staying power (I wear Taupe).

6) Supergoop Glow Screen vs. UnSun Cosmetics Mineral Tinted Sunscreen
After falling in love with the Supergoop sunscreen & realizing how quickly I would be going through it this summer, I set out in search of a budget-friendly alternative.  I tried several drugstore brands and this UnSun Cosmetics sunscreen was my favorite (honorable mention goes to this one).  It has less of a sheen/radiance than the Supergoop formula (and it’s SPF30 vs. SPF40), but I like that it’s mineral based and evens out my skintone (perfect for those no-makeup days).

7) Glossier Cloud Paint vs. Flower Beauty Blush Bomb Color Drops
In the summer, I try to avoid as many powder makeup products as I can because they can look cakey and don’t always wear well in the heat & humidity.  Both of these blushes are a mix between a gel & a cream, which makes them so easy to blend & build to the intensity you want.  I bought the colors Pinched & Melon, which give the most natural-looking flush – I love them so much I may never go back to powder blush again!

8) Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray vs. Milani Make It Last Setting Spray
I’ve talked about this Urban Decay spray quite a bit before and it has been my go-to for a while.  But when my daughter started using mine regularly, I realized I needed to find a less expensive option.  I tried a few from NYX & Revlon, but this one was  the closest to my old standby & the most effective by far.

9) Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara vs. L’Oreal Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara
I’ve worn Voluminous mascara off & on for years so I was anxious to try this new version.  It is mind-blowingly similar to the Too Faced mascara (right down to the brush!) – I bought the Blackest Black, which also comes in waterproof.

06.25.20 Kimberly

Related Posts

  • August monthly editMy Monthly Edit
  • Favorite Amazon Finds
  • Recent Amazon purchasesRecent Amazon Finds
  • Mother's Day Gifts Under $100Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
« Steals Under $35
Weekly Top Finds »
SALES ALERTS

Instagram Snapshots

Where I Shop

Disclosure

Penny Pincher Fashion is a part of several affiliate networks. This means when you click on links to various merchants on this site and/or make a purchase, this may result in a commission that is credited to PPF. I take the responsibility of recommending products very seriously & will link to items that I love & are from reputable brands.

Follow @PPFGirl

Happy Friday, friends!! Currently prepping for my Happy Friday, friends!! Currently prepping for my son’s 13th birthday party this weekend 😭 but wanted to share that @baublebar is having their semi-annual sale & you can get 20% almost everything sitewide, including this stunning tennis necklace (seriously, zoom in on that beauty 👀😍) 

I’m sharing a bunch of my favorite pieces in today’s post - many of which I already own & love! They rarely have sales, so this is a great time to shop - but hurry, it’s this weekend only! (click on the link in my profile to shop) #baublebar #salealert #ssclooks #lookschallenge #contributingeditor #layeredjewelry
Just a girl dreaming of spring 🌸 Maybe if we al Just a girl dreaming of spring 🌸 Maybe if we all wear our prettiest pieces, we can will it to come a little early 🙏🏻

Sharing this gorgeous dress on the blog today + an exclusive 20% off discount code you don’t want to miss!! (link in profile) #springflorals #sayyestothedress #instastyle
Finally back with a *new* outfit post on the blog Finally back with a *new* outfit post on the blog today!  Feels so good to be at home again (with power, water & internet... all the luxuries we usually take for granted) 🙏🏻

I’m talking all about transitional knitwear & sharing some of my affordable favorites from @petalandpup (like this super soft square neck sweater 😍) Get 20% off when you use code PPF20 (link in profile) #transitionalstyle #springforward #salealert #lookforless
Always a sucker for winter neutrals 🤎 I love th Always a sucker for winter neutrals 🤎 I love these creamy tones paired together - so simple & chic! What’s your favorite color pairing?

Also, on an unrelated note, who else chops their hair and then immediately regrets it? 🙋🏼‍♀️ Seeing pictures of my longer hair makes me really miss it 😫 

#winterneutrals #layeredlooks #instastyle #ssclooks #lookschallenge #contributingeditor #lookforless
Happy Saturday, friends! I’m curious how many of Happy Saturday, friends! I’m curious how many of you keep a gratitude journal? Taking time each morning to jot down the things I’m thankful for has helped my attitude & overall perspective so much! Yes, there’s a lot about life right now that is hard, but there’s always something to be grateful for (even if it’s just the little things) ❤️

Things currently making me happy:
• shorter hair that’s much easier to manage
• winter weather so mild that I can run 3 days a week
• a new Lupus medication that my body has *finally* adjusted to 
• all the amazing sales happening right now (both of these @loft sweaters are under $15 🙌🏻) Click on the link in my profile to shop! 

#loveloft #ssclooks #lookschallenge #contributingeditor #salealert #affordablefashion #lookforless

Copyright © 2011–2021 PPF Media, Inc · All Rights Reserved · Privacy Policy · Terms & Conditions · Design by High Note Designs, LLC