Looking for makeup brands to shop from that actually sell good quality products? These are the 9 makeup brands that truly provide amazing products for all budgets.
There are so many makeup brands out there that it can be hard to determine which one actually deserves your hard earned money. That’s why in this blog post, I’m sharing 9 amazing makeup brands that deserve all the hype.
In this post, you’ll learn about what makes each of these brands unique, from their message to the types of products they sell. I’m also sharing the star product from each brand (just a lil something extra).
After this post, you’ll know so much more about the makeup brands actually worth your money.
Best Makeup Brands:
1. Fenty Beauty
Fenty Beauty is one of the most prominent beauty brands out there today. Started by Rihanna (if you don’t know who that is… :i jkjk), the brand is all for inclusivity no matter who you are. Fenty is actually the brand that pioneered massive shade ranges for foundation and other face products.
However, the product I’m going to recommend to you is not a face product but actually a lip product. This cult-favorite lip gloss is super pigmented so you really don’t need to wear a lipstick underneath it. It comes in universally flattering shades that look good on everyone, and it is the shiniest, glossiest, juiciest lip gloss to ever exist. It is super long lasting and does not weigh too heavily on your lips (seriously one of my pet peeves with lip gloss is when they’re too gloppy).
Is this product a lil pricey? Perhaps. Is it worth every penny? Yes 😉
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2. Rare Beauty
Rare Beauty (founded by triple threat Selena Gomez) is a relatively new player in the beauty game. However, they’ve completely taken the beauty world by storm with their sincere message and bomb products. Rare Beauty emphasizes a “less is more” approach to makeup, with a dewy, natural product selection that is all about enhancing your beauty rather than changing your face completely.
They also are a big advocate of mental health and have committed to raising money for mental health over the next ten years. I know, pretty amazing right?
The product I want to shout out from Rare Beauty is the liquid blush. When I say this blush is amazing, I’m not exaggerating whatsoever. This blush, when applied, gives a “glow from within” vibe. It’s long lasting and diverse, with multiple shades available so everyone can use it. If you’re looking for a natural, long lasting blush, definitely check out this product from Rare Beauty!
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3. L’Oréal Paris
L’Oréal Paris is one of the most well-known makeup brands that people shop from. This drugstore brand has won over the hearts of shoppers with its innovative formulas and low prices. This specific product that I’m recommending is probably the most popular product from the brand: their mascara!!
I truly believe you don’t need to spend a fortune on mascara, so I tend to look to the drugstore for mascara recommendations. This product (in waterproof, my personal fav) will give you the lashes of your dreams with its nourishing formula.
PRO TIP: always buy waterproof mascara; it’s a lot more long lasting!!
Get those sky-high lashes:
4. Makeup Revolution
Makeup Revolution (in my very honest opinion) is one of those makeup brands at the drugstore that is seriously under looked. They have so many cool and affordable products that actually are good quality!
The product I’m recommending below is literally sitting in my vanity drawer 🙂 This diverse eyeshadow palette comes in many different color combos, so you could even buy multiple to cover all makeup looks!
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5. Charlotte Tilbury
Charlotte Tilbury is a more “prestige” brand than the rest in this post. But their products are so so so good!!! So many of their formulas are renowned worldwide (one of the benefits of a makeup artist founded brand) and Charlotte’s line is one of the most popular Sephora brands till this day.
The product I’m recommending below will probably end up being the only lipstick you’ll ever need. It has a nourishing formula that feels rich and creamy on your lips, and it’s formulated to look good on all skin tones! Trust me, this product won’t disappoint and can serve as a good present (for someone else or yourself…you deserve it)!
Try out this award-winning product for yourself:
6. E.l.f. Cosmetics
E.l.f. Cosmetics is one of those more lowkey drugstore brands that deserves all the hype and more! They have many affordable dupes to more expensive makeup brands which perform just as well.
Like the one below. I consider the E.l.f. putty primer a dupe for the Tarte pore filling primer (but a whole lot cheaper). This primer is seriously amazing for smoothing out your skin and filling in your pores, as well as blurring your skin and helping makeup last longer.
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7. Sonia Kashuk
Sonia Kashuk is one of my favorite brands found at Target mainly for their makeup brushes! Most of my makeup tools are from Sonia Kashuk, and it’s because they’re affordable while still being good quality (contrary to common belief, those two things don’t have to be exclusive to one another).
The set below I’m recommending is literally the makeup brush starter kit. Like, it has every single brush you could need starting out (for a really affordable price)!!
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8. Maybelline
I consider Maybelline and L’Oréal to be in the same ballpark when it comes to makeup brands: stable, reliable, drugstore powerhouses. Maybelline also offers super affordable products that for the most part (cause most brands’ products aren’t all smash hits) perform pretty amazing!
The cult-favorite product from this brand is their Age Rewind Concealer. This concealer is super cheap and helps to cover up blemishes, lines and more, all while highlighting your skin!
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9. NYX Professional Makeup
And last but definitely not least, NYX!!! This brand is well loved amongst makeup artists for their good quality formulas and affordable prices. If you want to take makeup artistry seriously, then I recommend checking this brand out.
The product I’m recommending below is well loved on the Target website for one good reason: it makes your brows look amazingggg. If you’re looking to get killer brows on a budget, then check out this hidden gem ASAP.
Test out the hype for yourself:
