Must-Have Amazon Beauty Finds
All of my must-have beauty products are from Amazon. I know it’s kind of silly, but I do want everybody to know that I am in fact wearing clothes, even though it looks like I’m not. What can I say? Sometimes I don’t make the best clothing selections.
Amazon Addict
I don’t know about you, but I am a huge Amazon Shopper. I am a constant Amazon Shopper, lets just say I shop on Amazon a lot. So, if you were to say to me right now, “Risa, I’m about to place an order on Amazon, are there any beauty products that I just absolutely have to have?” I would say yes, there are, let me tell you about them.
Katrice HD Liquid Coverage 24 Hour Foundation
First up is a foundation that I have spoken about many, many, many times in my videos. This is the Katrice HD liquid coverage 24-hour Foundation. This foundation is mattifying, waterproof, and sweatproof, and contains niacinamide.
For those of you that might be new to my channel, I am 50 years old, so I have mature skin but I’m also still very, very oily. My skin does not just get oily in the T Zone. I would not describe my skin as combination I get oily everywhere. So, I love a mattifying foundation. However, I want one that doesn’t look cakey and doesn’t settle into any fine lines. I want something that’s very, very long-wearing, and this foundation delivers all of that.
I’m not the hugest fan of the dropper applicator.
Amazing Amazon Foundation Find Under $25
Personally, I would prefer a pump, but it is what it is and unfortunately, in this application footage I grabbed the wrong shade. I grabbed the shade that I normally wear for when I’ve used a self-tanner and I’m about two shades darker, so that was an oops. But clearly, I made it work, even though I have oily skin. I have gotten feedback from viewers with all different skin types and they tell me how well this foundation works on their skin, be it dry, combination, or oily. I’ve heard that with proper skin prep, this foundation is a favorite of many, many people. I can tell you it has been in my foundation rotation for years.
Perry Pera Lip Tint Under $10
Next up is a new product from a brand that might sound familiar to you – Perry Pera. I’ve spoken about my love for their lip pencils and their ink velvet lip stain in Rosy Nude, and also their fantastic lip glosses. But before I go any further, I do want to thank Perry Pera for sponsoring a portion of this video. They wanted to partner with me on a video to share the fact that they are currently having a Mother’s Day sale. So, you can save on these fantastic glowy lip tints that I’m going to be talking about in a moment. I will have all the information you need down below in the description box with links to purchase.
The Trending Glow Lip Tints From Korea
Let me tell you about these tints. The ink mood glowy lip tint is one of the best selling glowy lip tints in Korea. They sell one tint every 10 seconds globally. I’m going to show you two of my favorite Shades today, the first one is shade: 03 Rose in mind. This is a great “my lips, but better” shade. It is the one I’m currently wearing and now you might be thinking that looks a little dark or a lot darker than what I see in the tube. Well, that’s because the more you layer, the more intense the pigment becomes, and this particular shade has the perfect blend of warm and cool nude tones making it look natural on all skin tones.
Application and Benefits
You want to apply on exfoliated and dry lips, then you leave it on for 30 seconds, wipe off the excess product and then reapply to your liking. Another favorite is the number five Cherry. These ink mood glowy tints are infused with Lily and witch hazel extracts that make them extremely moisturizing for dry chapped lips while delivering that beautiful hint of color. If you apply another layer or two and don’t blot, not only will you get more pigmentation, but you also get more staying power and retain the glossy effect.
The Ultimate Peri Pera Combo
The Peri Pera lip liners, which are creamy and long-wearing, combined with the glowy lip tints provide the perfect beauty combo. The glosses and the ink stain could easily be classified as some of my all-time favorites from Amazon.
Laura Mercier’s Flawless Face System
When I began my career in the beauty industry in 1996, I worked for Laura Mercier. Her line had just launched with very few products, including the Flawless face system. This system included a primer, foundation, translucent loose powder, secret camouflage concealer, and the iconic puff. Regardless of your skin type or age, Laura always recommended using the puff to press the powder into the skin for a flawless finish.
Triangle Puffs Pack of Six
In recent years, inexpensive powder puffs have gained popularity in the beauty space. You can now get a pack of six triangle puffs for around $7. These puffs are perfect for applying powder evenly and achieving a flawless look effortlessly.
Eye Palettes
Now that my shine is gone, let’s talk about the eye makeup. I have two palettes to recommend for creating stunning eye looks. These palettes are versatile, pigmented, and perfect for both everyday wear and special occasions.
Lamora Nude Eyeshadow Palette
First up is the Lamora nude eyeshadow palette. Look at this palette compared to the Natasha Denona one. They look so similar and the performance of the shadows is very similar as well. This palette is only $12.99, or at least that was the price the last time I checked. The pigmentation of both the mattes and the shimmers is very, very good. I just realized, I never took the plastic off the mirror that this palette has.
MSQ Brush Set
To apply these eyeshadows, I used two brushes from this MSQ brush set. Yes, 8 brushes for the entire set! As always, I’m going to be honest with you and say that these are not the only brushes that I use. In fact, I don’t really reach for the other 10 in the set over my BK Beauty, Refur brushes, or Sigma brushes. However, these two brushes I use all the time. I would pay $8 for just one of these alone. Look at how this compares to my BK Beauty 201 brush. The BK Beauty brush is a little bit wider, but I actually like that this one is a tad slimmer. For my small hooded eyes, it just seems to work better, and this brush is so incredibly soft.
Essence Lash Princess Mascara
Next, let’s talk about the Essence Lash Princess Mascara. This mascara is an absolute steal at under $5. It gives me length, volume, and separation without any clumping. The wand is perfect for getting into the inner corners and the lower lashes. I’ve tried high-end mascaras that don’t even come close to what this Essence mascara can do.
Wet n Wild MegaGlo Highlighter
The Wet n Wild MegaGlo Highlighter is a gem that costs less than $5. This highlighter gives me a beautiful, lit-from-within glow that lasts all day. It’s pigmented, smooth, and blends like a dream. You can build it up for a blinding highlight or keep it subtle for a more natural look. It’s a must-have in my makeup collection.
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Concealer
The Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Concealer is a holy grail product for many beauty lovers, and for good reason. This under $10 concealer covers dark circles, brightens the under-eye area, and doesn’t crease throughout the day. The applicator makes it easy to apply and blend out the product. It’s a staple in my makeup routine.
Soft Brushes for Shimmer Shadows
I would say it is just as soft as the BK Beauty and then this flat brush is my go-to for laying down Shimmer Shadows. I would purchase the entire set again for $8, just to get more of these.
High-Quality Eyeshadow Palette
Oh, I almost forgot about the other eyeshadow palette. I wanted to share with you this one is not quite as budget-friendly as this one, but it is excellent. None L and, I think, totally worth the money.
LORAC PRO Palette
This is from Lorac. It is the Soay Pro Palette. I ordered this on a whim. I just happened to be scrolling through the beauty section on Amazon, saw that the reviews were amazing, remembered that it has been years and years since I’ve used Lorac eyeshadows or talked about them.
So I thought why not let’s add it to the cart and the first time I used this palette. I remembered immediately why I always used to praise Lorac eyeshadows. They were known to be some of the best and I don’t know what happened to the brand. I don’t know why they pulled out of Ulta.
They might still be in Kohl’s. I don’t know; I haven’t been in a Kohl’s in a while, but yeah. These are so good. The Shadows go on like butter. They feel like butter; they’re so finely milled the shimmers. You can use with your finger. You don’t even need to dampen a brush to get intensity from these shimmers. They are just stunning to me.
Amazing Amazon Beauty Finds Under $25(Most Under $10) You NEED To Own!
Palette Perfect for Travel
This palette is the perfect size for travel once again, youve got a mirror in there. Obviously, if you dont, wear warm tones you arent going to like this palette, there may be a cooler toned palette available Im, not sure, but I highly highly recommend this palette. If this color story draws you in like it did me, I purchased mine in a set with a mascara not going to lie. I hated the mascara. I did not like the mascara at all, but I didnt see another way to purchase the palette, so I bought the set, and I think that just the palette is totally worth 35.
New Contour and Highlight Favorites
We have talked about whats on my eyes. Weve talked about what’s on my lips, so now I want to talk about a new Contour favorite and a new highlight favorite. This new Physicians Formula Contour wand is an excellent, excellent alternative to the Charlotte Tilbury Contour wand. I mean they even look alike. This butter glow Contour wand not only does it smell incredible like a day at the beach, but it goes on so easily it blends out so easily and just looks very, very natural, which is what we all want from a liquid Contour product. Nobody wants streaky or noticeable Contour, so if you have been dying to get your hands on the Charlotte Tilbury Contour wand, but just don’t have the money or just don’t want to spend that kind of money on a contour wand.
Physicians Formula Illuminating Highlighter
Please get yourself this one from Physicians Formula and this gorgeous highlighting powder is from the brand Al. This is the know you better Illuminating highlighter and I purchased the shade sunlow. I mean look how gorgeous this is, not a subtle highlighter. This is not one that I personally would wear during the day, but at night I’m going to douse myself in this highlighter. Well, not really, but I’m going to put it on my cheeks, underneath my brow in my tear ducts, maybe a little bit on my shoulders. I could very easily put this in a video titled, affordable products that perform like high end.
BK Beauty Lashes
The next item I want to share might come as a surprise to some people, because I have my own line of lashes with BK Beauty. I collaborated with them to come out with four different lash Styles, three full strip lashes and one corner lash. But I know two things to be true: one, not everyone can or wants to spend $18 or $22 on a pair of lashes, even though they can be worn over and over again up to like 10 to 15 times with proper care and number Two, not everyone wants to wear a full strip lash. Maybe you don’t find them to be comfortable. Maybe you find them to be too overpowering to your lids and sometimes a half. Lash is too much for people, and I heard something yesterday, while scrolling through Instagram, that made me chuckle.
Discover Affordable Beauty Treasures
While browsing through endless beauty products on Amazon, I stumbled upon a range of amazing finds that are not only budget-friendly but also highly effective. These beauty goodies are priced under $25, with most of them costing less than $10. Here are some must-have beauty products that you absolutely need to add to your collection.
False Lashes for the Win
False lashes have the power to elevate any makeup look from basic to glamorous in just a few seconds. As makeup enthusiasts like Nikki Tutorials swear by the transformative effect of false lashes, I can’t help but agree that sometimes the look truly is not complete until the lashes are on. These affordable false lashes available on Amazon are perfect for creating a dramatic and flirty look without breaking the bank. Whether you prefer a subtle or bold lash style, there is a wide variety of options to choose from to suit your preference.
Lash Extensions Alternative
If you’re not a fan of traditional false lashes, individual lash clusters can be a great alternative. These individual lashes are designed to be worn as lash extensions, giving you the freedom to customize your lash look to perfection. While some individuals opt for professional lash extensions with specific adhesive, these individual clusters from Amazon offer a more affordable and convenient option for achieving luscious, full lashes without the hassle.
Choose What Works for You
As a makeup artist, I understand the importance of finding beauty products that not only enhance your look but also suit your personal preferences. While some beauty lovers may swear by lash extensions, others may find false lashes or individual clusters to be a more practical and comfortable option. It’s essential to experiment and discover what works best for you, whether it’s a high-end product or an affordable find on Amazon.
DIY Lash Extensions
So I just use these as regular individuals. As you can see here, Ive got some old glue. I just take my lash adhesive. I squirt some out on the tray. I wait for about 5 minutes or so so that the glue gets really really tacky. Then I use my tweezers take out a cluster and just lay it right at the base of my lashes and they look so natural and whats great is that you can customize the look you can use long ones on the ends like I do. To give a little bit of a lift, you dont even have to use more than two clusters on each side. You can buy these in all different lengths on Amazon and this whole tray cost me $8, and I just keep my tweezers right in there.
Leemond Gourmand Fragrance
Okay, I dont know where I have been why I have been sleeping on this fragrance brand, its called leemond Gourmand. Once again. Here I am butchering the French language. I think I first heard about this brand on Tik Tok, a popular fragrance, collector, slash expert was talking about how this brand is her favorite among more budget friendly fragrance Brands. This 1 oz bottle retail SS for $25 and there are a bunch of different scents to choose from and I couldnt decide which one to get, but ultimately I went with the meal baby and by the way, this is an Oda parfum, not an Oda tolet. The scent notes are juicy Mandarin and honey, Blossom, sandalwood and praline its described as floral pretty and sweet, but I dont find it to be too sweet.
Amazing Amazon Beauty Finds Under $25 You Need To Own!
When it comes to finding affordable beauty products that actually work, Amazon is a goldmine. Not only can you discover hidden gems, but you can also score amazing deals on popular brands. Here are some of my current must-have beauty products from Amazon, all under $25 (most under $10).
Clean and Sexy Scent
I recently stumbled upon a perfume on Amazon that I find to be very clean and kind of sexy. The staying power is impressive, lasting for hours on my skin. While scent longevity may vary from person to person, I have had really good luck with this particular fragrance. I am very happy with this brand and I am already planning to purchase another scent in the future. If you have a favorite from this brand, please let me know in the comments!
Links Provided Below
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Skincare Essentials
For flawless skin, check out The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% serum. This budget-friendly serum helps to reduce the appearance of blemishes and congestion, leaving your skin looking clearer and more even-toned. Another must-have is the Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay mask, which is known for its deep-cleansing and purifying properties.
Makeup Must-Haves
If you’re a fan of long, fluttery lashes, try the Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara. This cult-favorite mascara provides intense volume and length without clumping or flaking. For a pop of color on your lips, the NYX Soft Matte Lip Creams are a great choice. With a wide range of shades to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect color for any occasion.
Haircare Heroes
Revive dry, damaged hair with the Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Moist Deep Conditioner. This ultra-hydrating treatment is perfect for bringing life back to your locks. Need a quick fix for oily roots? Batiste Dry Shampoo is your go-to product. It instantly refreshes your hair, leaving it feeling clean and voluminous.
Tools and Accessories
For a flawless makeup application, the Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge is a game-changer. This versatile sponge can be used wet or dry to seamlessly blend foundation, concealer, and powder. Keep your makeup brushes clean with the Ecotools Makeup Brush Cleansing Shampoo. It effectively removes makeup buildup and bacteria, ensuring your brushes stay in top condition.