Affordable Dupes of Our Favorite Pricey Products

More good news: The market is flooded with products that can deliver results without the hefty price tag, so we went ahead and rounded up a few just for you! From matte lipstick to night cream, we’re sharing affordable products that we believe work just as well as their more expensive counterparts, below. Smell that? That’s the scent of extra cash in your pocket.

Matte Lipstick

Matte lipsticks are all the rage right now thanks to their long-wear and smudge-proof benefits. As with most trends, the beloved, cult-favorite formulas are often incredibly pricey. It doesn’t take much searching to discover matte lippies that’ll set you back more than $50. Nothing against those blends, but if you’re searching for a thriftier option, look no further than NYX Professional Makeup Velvet Matte Lipstick. It costs all of $7, glides on easily, and doesn’t feel dry. Choose from 12 standout shades, ranging from sandy nude to deep purple.

NYX Professional Makeup Velvet Matte Lipstick, $7.00 MSRP

Day Cream

Moisturizer is one of those skin care items that everyone needs to use (if you don’t, it’s not too late to start!), so there’s a wide range of prices and formulas to choose from. Some cost less than $10 and others go way into the thousands of dollars. The first thing to consider when picking a moisturizer is your skin type. Regardless of how much you spend, using a moisturizer that’s not formulated for your type of skin can lead to less effective results or worse, a bad skin reaction. (Need help picking a moisturizer for your skin type? Read this!) The next thing to consider is your main skin concern, whether it’s dark spots, wrinkles, loss of firmness, or dull skin. You can’t put a price on a moisturizer that is formulated for your skin type, hydrates your skin, and helps target your skin concerns effectively. Since anti-aging creams are one of the most popular (and $$), an affordable drugstore option we recommend is L’Oréal Paris Age Perfect Cell Renewal Day SPF 15 Cream. The formula can help reveal youthful-looking skin that’s hydrated and beautiful.

L’Oreal Paris Age Perfect Cell Renewal Day SPF 15 Cream, $24.99 MSRP

Night Cream

It’s during deep sleep that our skin is most receptive to self-repair from daily aggressors. Wearing the proper night cream can help aide along that process to reveal brighter, smoother skin come morning. Plus, assuming you’re removing your makeup before bed and cleansing your skin, it’s important to follow up with a heaping dose of moisturizer immediately afterwards. You could technically use the same formula you use during the day, but investing in a night cream that boasts ingredients for PM use is a smart move. Similar to day cream, night creams can also range in price quite significantly. One of our favorite budget-friendly night creams is Garnier Miracle Anti-Fatigue Sleeping Cream. The formula—infused with lavender essential oil, and hyaluronic and hydroxyl acids—combines the deeply-hydrating power of a mask with the light feel of a lotion to renew and recharge skin while you snooze.

Garnier Miracle Anti-Fatigue Sleeping Cream, $16.99 MSRP

Serum

Serums are notoriously expensive because they often boast a higher concentration of ingredients compared to other skin care products. They’re also typically lighter than moisturizers and can help target a wide range of skin concerns, including dryness, signs of aging, and more. As such, your skin care arsenal is best served with a serum in its rotation. Instead of delivering a major blow to your bank account, reach for an affordable option like Vichy Mineral 89. The innovative skin booster— formulated with hyaluronic acid— can help fortify the skin and make it more resistant to external aggressors, all while offering the complexion a serious burst of hydration

Vichy Mineral 89, $29.50 MSRP