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Beauty · August 17, 2015

Top 5 beauty products under £5

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Top 5 beauty products under £5

When it comes to makeup and beauty products, you really don’t need to spend a fortune. Which is why I wanted to share with you all my top 5 beauty products under £5.

Seventeen Mono Eyeshadow £3.89

I recently blogged about these but I still can’t believe the amazing quality you get with these for just £3.89! They have a super soft pigmentation and a metallic finish that lasts just as long on my lids as my more expensive shadows. I currently have three of these but I want them all, they’re that good!

Makeup Revolution Pro Fix Fixing Spray £5

For me Makeup Revolution can pretty much do no wrong. I’m a huge fan of their eyeshadow and blush palettes and now a big fan of their professional range. This setting spray is just as good as some of the high end alternatives on the market and helps to keep my makeup in place throughout the day, whatever the weather.

Collection Love Concealer £4.19

I’ve tried many concealers over the years, from the cheap and cheerful to the super expensive. But having tried so many, I’m yet to find one that compares to this bargain of a products – it’s honestly amazing. The creamy formula has a surprisingly high coverage pay off that manages to cover even my dark circles.

Barry M Sunset Daylight Curing Nail Paint £4.99

Barry M have some amazing nail polishes on the market and are always looking ahead at what the next nail trend will be. Right now it’s offering a gel like manicure without the need for a UV lamp and their Sunset Daylight Curing Nail Paints are some of the best out there. With so many gorgeous shades to choose from a and a long lasting gel effect manicure all for just £4.99, what more do you want?

Barry M Showgirl Mascara £4.99

For me mascara always used to be the one product that I wouldn’t scrimp on. I’ve always thought I needed to spend the best part of £20 (and sometimes £30) to get the volume and definition I want for my lashes. But oh no. That’s simply not the case anymore. So many drugstores have amazing mascaras that perform just as well, if not better, than the high end versions out there. Especially this one from Barry M. The thick creamy formula is not too wet or to dry and isn’t prone to smudging or flaking. It also doesn’t feel heavy on the lashes or clump them either.

So these have been my top 5 beauty products under £5 , what are yours?

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Posted In: Beauty · Tagged: Barry M, Beauty, Makeup, Makeup Revolution, Seventeen

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Comments

  1. Danielle Alinia says

    August 17, 2015 at 10:33 am

    I do love a good bargain, though I tend to stick to high end make up brands. will check these out!

    DA xx

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  2. Olivia Jade Thristan says

    August 17, 2015 at 10:39 am

    The barry M nail paints are so pretty, I am yet try any of this range but I need to before summer is over 😀 x

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  3. Emma says

    August 17, 2015 at 12:38 pm

    The Barry M Mascara sounds perfect! x
    Emma

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  4. Lucy says

    August 17, 2015 at 1:04 pm

    I’ve been looking for a cheaper makeup setting spray, glad I read this! Definitely going to pick up the Makeup Revolution one, bargain x

    Lucy

    Reply
  5. nueyork says

    August 17, 2015 at 2:32 pm

    I have heard quite a few people raving about the Seveteen Mono shadows! They sound incredible. x

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  6. Holly says

    August 17, 2015 at 4:12 pm

    These kinds of posts are always my favourites, I’m a sucker for a good bargain 🙂 I really want to try that setting spray and the mascara sounds fab! I’m a huge fan of Barry M nail polishes.
    Love Holly x

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  7. Katya says

    August 18, 2015 at 11:39 am

    I had no idea Makeup Revolution did a setting spray. I’ll definitely be checking it out! Love the 17 eyeshadows too! I think they’re brilliant!

    Reply
  8. Victoria says

    August 19, 2015 at 11:44 am

    I think I’ve said before I’m a fan of the Seventeen Eyeshadows… I’m also using the Dolled Up Mascara from them at the moment and that’s a good find too.

    Victoria x

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