LATEST MAKEUP LOOK!🫦

Hey everyone! I know a lot of you are probably like me, wanting to try out trending looks without emptying your wallet. The grunge makeup aesthetic has been making a huge comeback, and I’m here to tell you that you absolutely don’t need high-end products to perfect it. In fact, my latest look, which I'm super proud of, was put together almost entirely from my local drugstore and even Dollar Tree finds! When it comes to building a grunge look, the key is often a slightly undone, edgy feel with a focus on eyes and lips. Let's break down how I tackled each part, keeping affordability in mind. For the base, I usually start with an affordable matte foundation. Brands like Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless or L.A. Girl Pro.Coverage HD offer fantastic coverage without the hefty price tag, often retailing for under $10-12. To really get that 'worn-in' vibe, I often go for a shade that's perhaps a tiny bit lighter than my natural skin tone, then set it with a translucent powder from e.l.f. Cosmetics or Coty Airspun, both super budget-friendly. Now, for the eyes – this is where the magic happens! I love a good defined brow, and you can find excellent brow pencils or pomades from NYX or Wet n Wild for just a few dollars. For that classic grunge eye, think smudged eyeliner and dark shadows. My go-to is usually a black kohl pencil from Rimmel or Milani, which I smudge out with a small brush. Then, I layer on some deep grays, browns, or even a deep burgundy from an affordable palette by brands like Revolution Beauty or ColourPop. These palettes often give you a huge range of shades for under $20. And to really make the eyes pop, don't forget the long lashes! A dramatic winged liner using a liquid liner pen from Essence or another drugstore brand, combined with a volumizing mascara like L'Oréal Lash Paradise or Maybelline Sky High, instantly elevates the look. Sometimes I even add a touch of blush, a muted, earthy tone, to give a bit of life back to the face. And finally, the lips – a signature part of any grunge aesthetic. I'm all about those glossy, overlined dark lips! You can find amazing dark brown, berry, or even deep plum lip liners from NYX or L.A. Girl for just a few dollars. Overlining them slightly gives that fuller, edgier pout. Then, I top it off with a dark lipstick or a tinted gloss. Brands like Black Radiance or even some obscure finds at Dollar Tree often have fantastic dark shades that are surprisingly pigmented. A clear or slightly tinted gloss on top adds that perfect 'wet' finish. The best part? Most of these products cost less than your morning coffee! Shopping sales, using coupons, and even checking out store brand makeup can help you compare prices and build an incredible grunge makeup collection without overspending. It's all about experimenting and finding those hidden gems!