I really love a $13 dupe for a $29 skincare product – it’s been an absolute game changer at evening out my skin tone
IT’S totally possible to even out your skin tone without splashing the cash on expensive beauty brands.
Beauty influencer Natalie Yorke was wowed by a bargain buy that enhanced her appearance for a fraction of the cost of a popular product.
Yorke, 34, from Essex, England, has over 19,000 followers on Instagram.
Speaking to The U.S. Sun, she revealed the budget-friendly buys she uses for a flawless appearance.
SKIN SAVERS
Cleansing is the first step in Yorke’s daytime and nighttime skincare routine.
“My favorite to use is the Medik8 surface radiance cleanser as it includes vitamin C, which is something that my skin is quite sensitive to when I use it in serum form,” she said.
“I then like to use a toner in the form of a mist, followed by my absolute non-negotiable which is a hyaluronic acid serum to add that instant hydration.”
Her favorite is the L’Oreal Revitalift serum.
“I finish off by moisturizing,” she went on. “I prefer to use gel-based moisturizer as it’s quite lightweight, and then the final thing that I always have to use is my SPF 50.”
She revealed Tree Hut Body Scrub is “a must” in her skincare routine as well as The Ordinary glycolic acid toning solution.
She said the $13 buy is a dupe of the Pixi glycolic acid priced at $29.
“The Ordinary glycolic acid has been an absolute game changer for me,” she said.
“I remember buying it and thinking it’s going to take me ages to get through this bottle, but it’s been less than 3 months and I’m already on my second bottle.
“It’s really helped to even out my skin tone, not just on my face but under my arms too.”
MAKEUP MUST-HAVES
CVS, Walgreens, and Target are among Yorke’s favorite stores to hunt for a bargain.
She revealed a selection of dupes among the staples kept in her makeup bag.
“I’ve stopped using premium brand foundations as NYX Can’t Stop Won’t Stop foundation works so well for me, I’ve been wearing it for years,” she said.
She also loves E.l.f.’s Powergrip primer, $10, which she called a Milk Hydrogrip, $38.
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The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner, $13, Sephora
Pixi Glow Tonic, $29, Pixi Beauty
“I swear by setting sprays and fixing sprays,” she went on.
“I can’t wear makeup and leave the house without using both.
“I love to wear false lashes and my absolute go-to lashes are the Samantha Lashes by Doll Beauty which are dupes for Lilly lashes that are $30.”
Pimple patches are kept on hand as a “super convenient” and quick solution for any spots.
“I am always doing whatever I can do to avoid dull-looking skin as it’s something I’m quite self-conscious about,” she said.
“I’m also a woman full of hormones so I’ll get that monthly blemish that pops up on my face.”
BEAUTY BOOSTERS
Though she admitted that good genes played a part, Yorke also attributed her clear complexion to staying hydrated.
“I know it may sound cliche but I love water,” she said.
“If I’m thirsty, it’s water. If I’m at a restaurant, I’m drinking water.
“However, I also make sure that I remove my makeup properly.
“Lifestyle changes have also made a difference to my skin.
“I’ve reduced the amount of alcohol I drink, jog daily, and getting that extra dose of vitamin D has helped too,” she said.