Amazing and Affordable Makeup

Many students in high school love experimenting with makeup products but just can’t afford them. Have no fear though because there are budget products that work wonders.

Don't let your budget stop you from looking amazing. Brand and price don’t affect your final appearance. That's up to you. This is a selection of amazing makeup from all price ranges.

Eyeshadow is something most students don’t use on a daily basis. Despite this you may want to add a pop of color or something simple yet pretty.

Wet n’ Wild, “Color Icon Rosé in the Air” - $

• It’s a mix of warm-toned neutrals and a pop of mauve and berry. The mattes, may perform better than the shimmers, which was a good thing since most of the shades in this palette were matte. This palette can be a dupe for the ABH “Modern Renaissance.”
• $4.68 at Walmart
• $5.49 at Ulta

Colourpop, “Yes, Please” - $$

• Eyeshadow Palette is a warm-toned palette with buttery smooth shadows that are a mixture of both mattes and shimmers.
• $16.00 at Ulta
• $16.00 (plus shipping/handling) on Colourpop Website

Morphe, “Morphe x James Charles” - $$$

• This palette includes many colorful eyeshadows yet has some neutral as well. The palette is great for any occasion. It also includes press pigments so they’ll bring out more color.
• $39.00 at Ulta
• $39.00 (plus shipping/handling) on Morphe Website

One thing that is usually in a girl’s beauty morning routine is mascara. Mascara will transform your eyelashes.

Maybelline, “Colossal” - $

• This mascara doesn’t smudge and doesn’t leave you with black under your eyes. It is buildable and makes your lashes look great without using false lashes.
• $7.99 at Ulta
• $8.99 at Target

Physician’s Formula, “Organic Wear” - $$

• Is a mascara that evenly coats the lashes without clumping and flaking. It also washes off gently.
• $8.64 at Walmart
• $10.49 (plus shipping/handling) at Physician's Formula

L’Oreal, “Lash Paradise” - $$

• The Lash Paradise makes your lashes full and long. And they also look dramatic with just one coat. This product is also buildable to achieve your desired look.
• $7.69 at Ulta
• $10.99 at CVS Pharmacy

Anything shiny draws attention to the eye. Highlighter is one of the most necessary items in a girl’s beauty routine.

Colourpop, “Super Shock Highlighter”

• The texture for this highlighter is super creamy and buttery. They are good for more dry skin and leaves your eyes blinding. It’s also buildable so it can be subtle or intense.
• $8.00 at Ulta
• $8.00 (plus shipping and handling) on Colourpop Website

Milani,”Strobelight Instant Glow Powder”

• The Milani highlighter is an underrated highlighter. With just once stroke you get blinding highlights. This product is great and will last you a while.
• $8.97 at Walmart
• $9.99 at Target

Becca, “Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Highlighter” - $$$

• This highlighter is one of the most stunning highlighters on the market. It may be pretty high on the price, but is good for an intense look.
• $38.00 at Sephora
• $38.00 (plus shipping and handling) on Becca Cosmetics

Whether you like a natural brow or a full on Instagram brow, there's always a right product for you.

Elf, “Lock on Liner and Brow Cream” - $

• The brow cream is easy to work with and stays on all day. The product is smooth and doesn’t leave any chunks. "Instagram brow" are easier to achieve with this products.
• $3.00 at Target
• $4.00 at Ulta

L’Oreal, “Definer Waterproof Eyebrow Mechanical Pencil” - $$

• The pencil has a very fine tip and creates more natural strokes. The spoolie is also great to use and is helpful to blend out the product. This is product is waterproof and smudge proof.
• $7.99 at Target
• $8.99 at Ulta

Anastasia Beverly Hills, “Dipbrow Pomade” - $$

• This product is great for any type of brow. No other product has the quality that this one has. It is smooth and can last a long time. It's easy to work with and blendable.
• $18.00 at Sephora
• $18.00 (plus shipping and handling) on ABH website

Makeup isn’t always necessary but sometimes it feels nice to wear some mascara or highlighter once in a while. Although sometimes we as high schoolers can’t afford the high end products there’s always something for everyone. Cheaper makeup can create some wearable looks. Let's look good and save a couple bucks.