Here, we unveil the cost-effective counterparts of those makeup cult heroes, which serve a similar function for a fraction of the price; it’s makeup luxe for less.
Shhh – don’t tell anyone we told you.
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Chanel Soliel Tan de Chanel, $70
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The Base Velvet Bronzing Makeup Base, $44
A cult-fave which features heavily in the Kardashian / Jenner Instagram and Snapchat feed, Lara Bingle’s version has the same functionality and gives you that bronzed base for both under foundation, or simply worn solo.
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Kylie Cosmetics Lip Kit, $38
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Nyx Lip Lingerie, $14.50
The Kylie goes-on-like-gloss-turns-matte lipstick has made the makeup world go gaga, and it’s more a matter of getting your mitts on this one rather than the price. Rumour has it this Nyx variation is formulated with exactly the same stuff. Run, don’t walk.
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Diorshow Mascara, $55
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ModelCo Lash & Line Superlash Mascara, $24
This mega-watt mascara rivals its heftier counterpart – with a similar wand and thick, uber-volume – it leaves your lashes long, lifted and wham-bam.
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Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette, $92
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Models Prefer Radiance Collection Powder Palette, $10.39
Achieve that warm radiance and highlighted glow with similar golden and pearlescent hues, for quite literally a fraction of the price.
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Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation, $92
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Rimmel Wake Me Up Foundation, $19.95
The Giorgio Armani is a makeup artist must-have, but it also tips the pricey side of the scale. This reasonable Rimmel variety however, has an instant anti-fatigue effect with that radiant, lit-from-within glow.
