How To Look Like A Beauty Guru For Under $60
Affordable Makeup Isn’t Going To Hurt You
Cheap makeup recommendations that will save your wallet
If you haven’t sat in front of a mirror while doing your full makeup routine and pretending you were filming a YouTube tutorial, you’re lying. I refuse to believe that you didn’t step by step explain your process to your imaginary millions of subscribers.
In my little made up world, I am a beauty guru. An influencer of the best up-and-coming products. Makeup artists like James Charles could never.
So for my next “challenge,” my next big video if you will, we are dipping into controversial territory: cheap makeup…drugstore makeup. The horror.
Don’t Be Scared If Your Makeup Costs Under $100…
In the era of TikTok, it seems as though now more than ever we are falling victim to consumerism and trend-following. I am no saint, I’m just as bad as the rest. I buy into everything I see with such haste you’d wonder if I were in control of my own body still.
I love Sephora, but they feature high-end luxury brands that the average gal like me can’t afford to use regularly. While Charlotte Tilbury is my instant add-to-cart, my ride or die, it appears my wallet doesn’t feel the same way.
Which is why I’m here to advocate for the inexpensive, accessible makeup brands sold at your local drugstore, Walmart, etc. Because, believe it or not, we may have been brainwashed to believe that affordable makeup isn’t as effective as the luxury version.
Unfortunately, this is incorrect. At the end of the day, it’s about the ingredients the brand uses that makes a product special.
With skincare, it may be more difficult to tell what’s really worth the money because results take time — with makeup, it’s an instant result that can ruin an entire brand’s reputation if insufficient.
Makeup can crackle, separate, smell funny, look bizarre, oxidize and change color, you name it. A lot can go wrong the second the wrong foundation touches your skin…and it can obliterate your day in the process.
While some cheaper makeup brands have this effect on you because they cut corners with ingredients, many brands just want to make sure everyone can afford to feel beautiful.
More and more celebrities are creating affordable brands…so why can’t we trust regular ol’ accessible makeup brands yet? I would love to do an entire face of makeup where each product is under $10…
And I’m going to. Without further ado, here is how to beat your face in under $100. Maybe even under $50…who knows.
1. e.l.f Power Grip Primer - $10

A good primer should enhance the look of your makeup while making sure that it’s glued to your face for the rest of the day. If you’ve seen Milk HydroGrip Primer, then this dupe from e.l.f. has the exact same effect!
2. L’Oreal Lumi Glotion - $8

The world yearns for a Flawless Filter dupe. Many try, few succeed. This L’Oreal Lumi Glotion is the perfect solution for your bank account. I love that you can use it as primer or foundation and get a beautiful result regardless.
Pro tip: use on top of your foundation on the high points of your face for a natural highlight.
3. wet n’ wild Photo Focus Dewy Foundation - $6

The foundation of your dreams is being sold for only $5 and you’re missing out. Think NARS Light Reflecting Foundation but $35 less. Full coverage but makes your skin glow, what more does a girl need?
4. Colourpop Hyaluronic Concealer - $9

This concealer is extremely hydrating, covering your dark under eye circles while simultaneously brightening the area. You won’t experience crackling or creasing thanks to the ultra-moisturizing Hyaluronic acid.
All of Colourpop’s makeup is a great affordable choice, I’d highly recommend it.
5. Makeup Revolution Superdewy Blush - $7

Makeup Revolution went viral on TikTok during the pandemic for their Charlotte Tilbury dupes…but did you know that this blush is a perfect dupe for the Rare Beauty blush?
You may need a layer or two more than Selena’s version, but you get the same effect for over half the price. Worth it.
6. e.l.f Putty Cream Bronzer - $7

e.l.f is one of the best affordable makeup brands on the market. They revolutionized the game with their Putty line: primer, blush, and bronzer. The putty is super easy to blend and gives a natural finish that looks amazing on top of makeup.
7. NYX Plump Finish Setting Spray - $9.50

And finally, a brand that has been around in your local CVS forever…NYX. Their setting spray gives your skin some much needed revitalization and sticks that makeup on forever.
Full face beat total: $56.50
And there you have it… a full face of makeup that isn’t $400. Throw on your fave mascara and treat yourself to a large iced coffee with that extra money saved.
There are plenty of brands out there that have sufficient dupes for all of your fave luxury products. If you’re wary about a product, check the reviews online…there’s no one more honest than a scorned woman in the review section. Happy shopping!
Dance in the club. Dance at your desk. Dance on the Bar. Dance barefoot on the beach. Dance on your roof. Dance in celebration of your fabulous life.
Say hello to a few of our favorite dance songs bound to amplify your summer vibes while you dance your way through a bottomless brunch, take your Frenchie for a romp in the local dog park, or bet your entire avocado toast budget in Las Vegas. While Beyonce's Renaissance is everyone's drink of choice this summer, here are some alternative vibrant cocktails that will counter your bad decisions with some good moves.
If you haven't had the time to check out some of the Hottest Songs of Summer '22 catch them here and get ready to dance-dance-dance-dance!
13) Griz - Feel No Pain
Get your bounce on with some funk and saxy vibes as you soak up the golden hour at a park, beach, or your rooftop as you watch that “hazy” sun sink below the horizon.
Feel No Pain - GRiZ (Official Audio) www.youtube.com
12) Wreckno - Delusional
Bring on your inner Diva and strut your way to your next life appointment.
Wreckno - DELUSIONAL (Lyric Video) www.youtube.com
11) John Summit, Guz - What A Life (feat Stevie Appleton)
This song simply tastes like summer. You’ll know what I mean when you order up 3 Tequila shots - or 4!
John Summit, Guz - What A Life (Official Video) ft. Stevie Appleton www.youtube.com
10) Rufus du Sol, Adriatique - On My knees (Adriatique Remix)
An effervescent song for a delicious drive along a longggg and winding canyon road. Feel the wind in your hair. Let the beat take you on a truly authentic journey.
RÜFÜS DU SOL - On My Knees (Adriatique Remix) [Official Audio] www.youtube.com
9) DRAMA - 3AM
Nothing says Saucy Summer more than those drunken, messy crushes! Even better, dancing mad while getting Lit. Oh, and let us not forget sending sloppy texts. So regrettable once that mimosa headache crashes in on Monday morning!
DRAMA - 3AM (Official Video) www.youtube.com
8) Dom Dolla, Clementine Douglas - Miracle Maker
This is your happy espresso shot in a song. Ignite your workout routine or play when you need an extra-energy miracle.
Side effects include WTF Stares as your body busts IDGAF moves.
Dom Dolla - Miracle Maker feat. Clementine Douglas (Official Audio) www.youtube.com
7) SOFI TUKKER - Summer in New York
If you haven’t yet experienced NYC's Magical Summer Serendipity, close your eyes and let SOFI TUKKER TAKE. YOU. THERE.
SOFI TUKKER - Summer In New York (Official Lyric Video) [Ultra Records] www.youtube.com
6) LP Giobbi, Ben Kim - Somebody to Love
Wanna go to church? The church of love? This track will inspire the highest, most sacred dance moves!
Ben Kim & LP Giobbi - Somebody To Love [Lyrics Video] www.youtube.com
5) Odesza - The Last Goodbye (feat Bettye Lavette)
The feel-good breakup song for that summer crush. Or, should I say summer crushes. I mean, why stop with one crush, when you can have three, or twelve?!?! Because . . . WHY NOT HAVE IT ALL - ALL SUMMER LONG?
ODESZA - The Last Goodbye (feat. Bettye LaVette) www.youtube.com
4) KX5 - Escape (feat Hayla)
Wanna escape reality for a moment? This is perfection in a song. Goosebumps provided by the masterminds of Kaskade, Deadmau5, and Hayla’s powerhouse vocals.
Kx5 - Escape (feat. Hayla) [Official Lyric Video] www.youtube.com
3) Beyonce - COZY
Of course, we had to include the main dish of the summer - a love letter to Queer Black Culture, Renaissance! COZY is a house track produced by mother Honey Dijon. This song has been adopted by the Trans community as an anthem. And we celebrate them by dancing our hearts out.
Beyoncé - COZY (Official Lyric Video) www.youtube.com
2) Beyonce - Alien Superstar
Get your real vogue on with this salute to Ballroom culture. It wouldn’t be complete without the production of mother Honey Dijon.
Beyoncé - ALIEN SUPERSTAR (Official Lyric Video) www.youtube.com
1) Beyonce - Summer Renaissance
What more can you ask of a global sensation inspired by disco and yet blends so many dance genres it will put you in a summer trance no matter where in the world you are!
Beyoncé - SUMMER RENAISSANCE (Official Lyric Video) www.youtube.com
Wilson Andres is a Mexican queer raver activist who transforms party spaces to ensure a safe rave space for everyone through diversity, inclusivity, equity, visibility, harm reduction, and consent.
From Left: Khloe Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, Kris Jenner, Kourtney Kardashian, Kim Kardashian and Kendall Jenner in animal prints blow kisses on the red carpet
Some celebrities make their pets a part of their brand. Paris Hilton was inseparable from her tiny, spoiled dogs in the 2000’s. Swifties go gaga for Taylor’s cats almost as much as she does. And Adam Sandler routinely performs with his comic sidekick bulldogs Matzo Ball and Babu.
Then there are the celebs who post about their pets…only to never show them again.
TikTok user @jessweslie bravely asks, “Where are the Kardashians’ and Jenners’ dogs?”
She goes on to ponder the whereabouts of Kendall’s Blue, the Disicks’ Christmas golden retriever, Kourtney Kardashian’s Honey, Kim Kardashian’s Sushi, and North’s black and white dogs.
The Kardashian-Jenner clan has always been obsessed with their public image, and adorable dogs make for a positive spin. It’s even a popular screenwriting shortcut to reveal a character’s morals based on how they treat a dog. And amidst many a scandal, the Kardashian-Jenners can always use some positive PR.
So, where are the dogs?
In a 2019 episode of Keeping Up With The Kardashians, Khloe revealed that she had to rehome the three puppies that Kris had gifted the eldest Kardashian sister.
“I just moved back into my house…I’ve done my research … they’re going to people who will love and adore them.”
Khloe’s not the first celebrity to admit rehoming after biting off more than they could chew. Hailey and Justin Beiber rehomed their “amazing, but psycho” $35k bengal cats in 2021.
In a viral 2018 video for GQ, Kylie Jenner asked then-BF Travis Scott to list all her dogs’ names.
Out of her four dogs, he struggles to name more than one of them correctly. Thus revealing the fakeness of their relationship, or more likely, how little time the two of them spend with her dogs.
So, our theories:
Scenario #1: The Kardashian-Jenners routinely purchase puppies for cute photo opportunities, then rehome them before they grow bigger and demand more attention and quality care. Khloe’s admission makes this a possibility.
Scenario #2: They keep the dogs, but outsource all their care. They hire professional trainers and handlers to train and take care of them so that they can focus on more important things. A distinct possibility.
The truth is that we, the public, will never truly know. The Kardashian-Jenners are the ultimate experts at only showing the camera what they want. So, whether the animals are gone for good, at a trainer’s place, or merely off-screen and ready for loving, they’ve decided not to reveal it.
Hopefully, adding a new furry member to your family means for life. And if you’re ready to make that huge commitment, here are some of our favorite pet products to help you out.
Pretty Litter

This color-changing litter actually helps you monitor your kitties’ health! PL’s formula reacts to certain urinary elements such as levels of acid that make color changes visible to the naked eye. So you can spot potential health problems before your cat develops symptoms. With 20,000+ rave reviews, where pet owners praise the litter for its valuable health monitoring and the lightweight silica gel crystals’ super absorbancy.
Reggie

Premium dog supplements in the prettiest packaging ever provide support for everything from hip and joint pain to anxiety. Made in the U.S. and vet-approved, there’s a 100-day money-back guarantee. So if you’re not happy, Reggie’s got your back.
Wild Earth

Dogs deserve the best of everything. That’s why this vet-formulated kibble is built with superfood ingredients for total body health benefits. After switching to Wild Earth, over 86% of customers report health improvements in their dogs. Start off with the yummy treats or go big on the Rich Umami and Roasted Superfood Complete Protein Dog Food. Your dog will love you forever and ever.



