10 Beauty Hits Under £10
Paradise Le Shadow Stick Eyeshadow
£9.99 | L'Oréal Paris
A one-and-done eyeshadow goes a long way, especially if you’re short on time. Creamy and wearable, these cheap-and-cheerful sticks by L’Oreal Paris won’t break the bank, and blend beautifully. These remove all the guesswork, application is instinctive: simply scribble over your lids back and forth, and buff out with a fluffy brush or your ring finger to soften.
Available at BOOTS.COM
Buttermelt Glow Stix
£8.99 | NYX Professional
If you’re into a low-effort glow, NYX’s Buttermelt Stick is worth its weight in gold. True to its name, it melts into the skin seamlessly, adding balmy, soft-focus radiance. Swipe over the high points of the face, or layer it under your go-to base on days when you’re feeling sluggish for an instant skin boost. Press it in with the warmth of your fingertips for a fresh, luminous finish.
Available at BOOTS.COM
Maybe It's... Serum Bullet Lipstick
£8.99 | Maybelline
During the winter months, the cold takes a toll. If a traditional lipstick isn’t quite cutting it, Maybelline’s new, moisture-loaded formula could be just the ticket. Designed to deliver serum-level hydration, this combines hyaluronic acid with nourishing oils to condition weathered lips and leave them feeling supple for longer. Available in 16 flattering shades spanning from mattes to satins, these offer an easy, wearable balance of comfort and colour.
Available at BOOTS.COM
Baby Face Multiuse Cream Stick
£4.50 (was £6) | MCoBeauty
McoBeauty is huge down under, but it is already making waves here in the UK. We live for a hardworking multitasker, and this is brilliant if you’re looking to save on blush. Blendable and creamy, simply swipe it onto the apples of your cheeks to perk up your face in an instant, adding a natural-looking flush. Dab over your lips for tonal cohesion.
Available at SUPERDRUG.COM
M402 Dual-Ended Precision Brow Brush & Comb
£8 | Morphe
For full, fluffy brows, this handy Morphe tool is your new best friend. The clever, double-ended design features a comb to brush up the hairs, giving you a soft, feathery result, as well as a flat paddle that you can dip into wax to create that slick, high-impact look. If you’re keen to try lamination but unsure whether it’ll suit you, this is a great entry point.
Available at BOOTS.COM
Lash Xtndr Mascara
£8 | E.l.f. Cosmetics
This is easily one of the best budget tubing mascaras we’ve tried. First, it does not budge – no dreaded ‘panda eyes' come mid-afternoon. But, crucially, it still creates a flattering combination of length and lift, unlike some others in this category. The ultra-fine wand allows you to reach hard-to-reach inner corners while also giving a pretty, separated effect.
Available at BOOTS.COM
Intense Colour Long Lasting Eyeliner
£7.99 | Kiko Milano
Italian label Kiko doesn’t get nearly enough love. There are a few standouts, particularly the eye pencils. Richly pigmented, these are the key to easy impact. They glide along the lash line with no dragging and blend smoothly, requiring little to no effort. We love the moody green, but equally, burgundy works beautifully as a softer, more striking alternative to black.
Available at KIKOCOSMETICS.COM
Powder Pops Instant Blur Setting Powder
£6.99 | Revolution
New from Revolution, this pocket-friendly powder is really useful for reducing shine — a godsend for those with oily skin. Finely milled and lightweight, this helps blur pores and give your skin a smoother, soft-focus finish. Focus on the T-zone using a small fluffy brush for a controlled glow.
Available at BOOTS.COM
Peptide Calm Melting Lip Balm
£6 (was £8) | The Beauty Crop
For fellow lip balm addicts, this affordable option by The Beauty Crop is great for a sheer veil of colour. Powered by a nourishing blend of vitamin E, peptides, and shea butter, this deeply conditions your lips, making them feel plump and cushiony-soft. Pair with a skin tint and brushed-up brows for an easy, off-duty look.
Available at LOOKFANTASTIC.COM
2000 Calorie Lip Shader
£9.99 | Max Factor
If you’ve shied away from lip liner in the past, fearing it’ll look too done, this could be the answer. Soft, blurry and natural-looking, Max Factor’s new liners add subtle definition, creating the illusion of a fuller lip. Pair with a matching lipstick or blend with a balm for a fresh, minimalist finish.
Available at LOOKFANTASTIC.COM
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