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Makeup Wars $30 Face Challenge

August 18, 2014

More than TWO YEARS AGO (!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!) the bloggers of Makeup Wars brought you their beauty picks for a $20 face. Now, just in time for back-to-school, we’re bringing you the $30 Face Challenge! Let’s be honest, $20 is really hard to work for a complete/full face of makeup. You wouldn’t believe how much easier it is to just up the ante by 10 and get the items you need for a fresh and flawless look for Fall. Or so I thought.

Makeup Wars $30 Face Challenge

For my look I stuck mostly with Milani, but I did incorporate some other brands that have products I’ve been wanting to try like that Maybelline blush and the ELF Long-Lasting Lustrous Eyeshadow (which I didn’t end up liking. It swatches beautifully but once sheered out it’s just a gold glitter parade. It handled well as a base, though.).

I think my saving grace was the Wet N Wild 8-pan Eyeshadow Palette in Going in the Wild that I found at Big Lots. I found this palette a long time ago but haven’t gotten the chance to even use it yet. It was $1.50. I’m serious. I figured no one would believe me so I left the price tag on it for the main photo.

Makeup Wars $30 Face Challenge Swatches

The break down. I managed to score the Milani at Buy One Get One Half off with a $5.00 off CVS Beauty Club Rewards Coupon. Life, you make me happy:

  • Wet N Wild 8-pan Eyeshadow Palette in Going in the Wild. $1.50.
  • ELF Long-Lasting Lustrous Eyeshadow in Toast. $3.00.
  • Maybelline Master Hi-Lighting Blush in 40 Mauve. $9.99.
  • Milani Shadow Eyez Eyeshadow in Brown Deluxe. $5.99.
  • Milani Total Lash Cover Mascara. $4.99 $2.50.
  • Milani Brow Fix Brow Kit in 02. $6.99.
  • Milani Cream to Powder in Buff 09. $7.99.
  • Milani Power Lip Gloss Stain in 08 Creamy Cafe. $6.49 $3.25.

Totals:

$46.94 <— First total
$41.21 <— After Milani deal
$36.21 <— After CVS Beauty Club coupon

I went a tad over… okay, more than a tad. In hindsight I should’ve bought a Milani blush because I’d have gotten it half off and it would’ve been cheaper than the Maybelline, putting me right at the total I’d have needed for this challenge. IDK how I did better on a $20 Challenge than a $30 one. At this rate I’d really fail a $40. It’s so easy for us to get distracted by pretty makeups and packages that budgets are easily forgotten. But, seriously, how fun is that weave pattern on the Maybelline?! At least the Wet N Wild palette was a MAJOR steal!

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What budget beauty products do you have in your daily makeup routine?

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Comments

  1. Carleen says

    August 20, 2014 at 1:52 pm

    Love that shadow palette!
    Carleen recently posted..The Thirty Dollar FaceMy Profile

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  2. Kimmi @ The Plastic Diaries says

    August 19, 2014 at 11:20 pm

    I love that you managed to stay so close to the $30 target because we all know how much you love your luxe products, missy!
    Kimmi @ The Plastic Diaries recently posted..Maybelline New York – SuperStay Better Skin Foundation Review, PhotosMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      August 20, 2014 at 10:31 am

      lmao well at least it’s out there that I tried 😉

      Reply
  3. Honeygirlk says

    August 19, 2014 at 7:05 pm

    Beautiful look. That ELF Toast is gorgeous.
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  4. Anastasia says

    August 19, 2014 at 11:58 am

    Gorgeous look! I really like that Maybelline blush 🙂
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  5. Laura My Newest Addiction says

    August 19, 2014 at 9:05 am

    So many good choices!
    Laura My Newest Addiction recently posted..How To Cover Your BookMy Profile

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  6. Leelo R says

    August 19, 2014 at 3:12 am

    Milani Brown Deluxe looks so pretty! Great blook!
    Leelo R recently posted..NOTD: weekend nailsMy Profile

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  7. Kath TheFabZilla says

    August 19, 2014 at 2:04 am

    Forgiven for exceeding the price cap, haha! But seriously, it’s tough to do this kind of challenge!
    Kath TheFabZilla recently posted..Fall/Winter 2014: Givenchy Le Rouge Intense Color Sensuously Mat Lip Color 207 Rose PlumetisMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      August 19, 2014 at 10:44 am

      I know you know my pain <3

      Reply
  8. Sheila says

    August 19, 2014 at 12:23 am

    I need that ELF shadow like NOW!
    Sheila recently posted..Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette Eyeshadow TutorialMy Profile

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  9. Justina says

    August 18, 2014 at 11:02 pm

    That ELF shadow is everything!
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  10. Brittany says

    August 18, 2014 at 11:00 pm

    Girl. That Toast is amaziiiiiing!
    Brittany recently posted..Makeup Wars: The $30 FaceMy Profile

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  11. Nidia - Lit From Within says

    August 18, 2014 at 10:29 pm

    Such an awesome steal for that WnW palette at $1.50! I’ve been taking advantage of some 50% off sales at Elf, and I’m really liking a lot of their products! The face shimmer in Lilac Petal is a lovely highlight and even eyeshadow. Their shadow primer is amazing.
    Nidia – Lit From Within recently posted..I Know Why Superheroes Wear MasquesMy Profile

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  12. Miranda says

    August 18, 2014 at 10:12 pm

    Pretty look! I wanna try the elf shadow!
    Miranda recently posted..Low Maintenance Makeup: All Day Look TutorialMy Profile

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  13. Retrodiva says

    August 18, 2014 at 9:48 pm

    That Wet ‘n Wild palette looks fun – I used WnW for my look too.
    Retrodiva recently posted..Makeup Wars: the $30 faceMy Profile

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  14. Cindy (Prime Beauty) says

    August 18, 2014 at 9:39 pm

    I had a hard time keeping under budget too. i originally was going to use the Maybeliine Hi-Lighting Blush (I have 3) but the Fit blush was cheaper and turned out to be great!
    Cindy (Prime Beauty) recently posted..Fashion Flash Late Summer Edition!My Profile

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  15. Christa aka Perilously Pale says

    August 18, 2014 at 7:54 pm

    WOW that Milani liner! <3 I need to try that brand!
    Christa aka Perilously Pale recently posted..The $30 Face Makeup Look | Makeup WarsMy Profile

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  16. Bailey says

    August 18, 2014 at 7:38 pm

    GORGEOUS look! That pencil is absolutely stunning!
    Bailey recently posted..Makeup Wars: $30 Face ChallengeMy Profile

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  17. Destany says

    August 18, 2014 at 6:42 pm

    LOVELY! I really like this look you’ve put together 🙂
    Destany recently posted..Nail art with new Milani Color Statement Nail Polish!My Profile

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  18. Erin says

    August 18, 2014 at 4:47 pm

    I like the look! I need to look at these newer Maybelline blushes.
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  19. Cosmetics Aficionado says

    August 18, 2014 at 4:41 pm

    Very pretty look!
    Cosmetics Aficionado recently posted..Milani Bella Espresso, Bella Bronze, Bella Purple, Bella VioletMy Profile

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  20. XO, Noelle says

    August 18, 2014 at 3:57 pm

    ELF Toast is amazing! Holy cow.
    XO, Noelle recently posted..Top Ten Dorm Must-Haves With Kleenex + WalmartMy Profile

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  21. NORAH says

    August 18, 2014 at 3:28 pm

    Love all your picks and the look you came up with!
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  22. BeautyJudy says

    August 18, 2014 at 3:09 pm

    That WnW palette IS a steal, and it’s a great one!
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  23. Amber says

    August 18, 2014 at 3:06 pm

    Milani Brown Deluxe and ELF toast, omg where have you been all my life?! Great look and super finds Brooke!
    Amber recently posted..Fysiko Eyelash Growth SerumMy Profile

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  24. Jamie @ Makeuplifelove says

    August 18, 2014 at 1:02 pm

    That ELF eyeshadow is gorgeous., OMG this look is simply stunning. And great score at Big Lots for sure, I didnt even know they really sold makeup. Good to know.
    Jamie @ Makeuplifelove recently posted..Beauty Behind The Blog: Justina’s GemsMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      August 18, 2014 at 1:03 pm

      I think some of the stores get more than others. I’ve never seen half of the stuff at mine that I see people posting on Instagram =(

      Reply
  25. Allison says

    August 18, 2014 at 12:48 pm

    Great job! Can’t believe you got the WnW palette for $1.50! And I adore Milani Power Lip so I am loving that shade you’re wearing: Creamy Cafe. I will pick that one up next sale at CVS!
    Allison recently posted..Ritual Beauty Daily Perfecting Treatment Serum & GIVEAWAYMy Profile

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  26. Phyrra says

    August 18, 2014 at 12:47 pm

    Love your look!
    Phyrra recently posted..$30 Cruelty Free FaceMy Profile

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  27. All Lacquered Up says

    August 18, 2014 at 11:05 am

    That’s an awesome Big Lots score. I never find anything good at mine.
    All Lacquered Up recently posted..The $30 Face Makeup Challenge – Makeup WarsMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      August 18, 2014 at 11:06 am

      Me either! I had to have it. I’d have bought the other one but they were all smashed =( It was even prettier. Some people find Too Faced at their Big Lots *jealoussss*

      Reply
  28. Kelly says

    August 18, 2014 at 10:23 am

    That ELF shadow is gorgeous!!! Another CVS girl after my heart. I love that store!
    Kelly recently posted..Makeup Wars: My Best $30 FaceMy Profile

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