Top 10 Affordable Holy Grail Makeup Items That You Can Find in Singapore

We love a good bargain as much as the next person and when it comes to cosmetics, we always pray for good deals because let’s admit it – makeup can be pretty pricey, especially for higher end brands such as Tom Ford, La Prairie and more.

But all’s not lost because there is such a thing as affordable makeup. We can often find these online or at pharmacies; thank God they are easily accessible! Here are Top 10 Affordable Holy Grail Makeup Items That You Can Find in Singapore.

#1 AUSTRALIS CYA LATER PORES (S$13.50)

If you have pores around your T-zone area or generally have uneven skin, this spot primer will smooth out any fine lines or enlarged pores on your face and it helps in oil control too. It feels lightweight on your skin and primer application is made smooth too.

You can find Australis makeup at selected Watsons and John Little stores in Singapore, or get them online at laycy.com.

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#2 BIODERMA SOLUTION MICELLAIRE (S$17.90)

This is probably one of the best micellar makeup removers we have ever used. It removes waterproof makeup very easily and is very lightweight when compared to a gel remover.

Bioderma is available at Watsons outlets island wide and online via the app Shopee (downloadable on both Google Play and App Store).

#3 COLOURPOP ULTRA MATTE/SATIN LIPS (S$12)

Taking the world by storm by their extremely affordable prices, the quality of Colourpop items are far superior than some of the pricier brands we have tried. The Ultra Satin Lips are a new addition to their collection and is a lot less drying than the Ultra Matte Lips, but on the downside, it is less long-wearing and does transfer. But all of them are highly pigmented and slide of perfectly on the lips.

They retail for USD$6 on the Colourpop website, but since Colourpop does not ship to Singapore just yet, you can find them for around S$12 (on average) on Carousell or Shopee – both apps downloadable on your mobile devices.

#4 ETUDE HOUSE TINT MY BROW GEL (S$12.90)

You might have seen videos going viral online, showing you how these peel-off eyebrow tints work. We have tried and tested it, and yes, they truly work! Fill in your eyebrows, wait anywhere from around 30 mins to 2 hours, then peel it off. Your eyebrows will be tinted for a good 3 days straight.

You can find them at all Etude House outlets island wide.

#5 INNISFREE NO-SEBUM MINERAL POWDER (S$8)

If you have oily or combination skin and you want to minimise the shine on your face, you can sweep this Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Powder all over your face for a flawless and lasting matte look.

You can find the item at all Innisfree outlets island wide.

#6 L.A. GIRL PRO CONCEAL (S$8)

This is probably the best ever concealer from the budget category. It retails for USD$2.99 in USA, but you can find it for around S$8 in Singapore. They are still worth every penny as they are highly pigmented and long-lasting, without creasing easily. They also have orange correctors to dispel dark tones on your face and green correctors to correct redness.

You can find these at atrium sales frequently in shopping malls, selected Sasa outlets, or online on Carousell and Shopee.

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#7 MAYBELLINE INSTANT AGE REWIND DARK CIRCLE ERASER (S$13.90)

For a concealer that is highly pigmented and brightening, while fully concealing your dark eye circles, this is the one for you. The sponge applicator fits perfectly under the eyes and you can also use a lighter shade to highlight the high points of your face with it.

This concealer retails for S$19.90 at pharmacies in Singapore but you can find it for around S$13.90 on Carousell or Shopee.

#8 MAYBELLINE LASH SENSATIONAL MASCARA (S$12.90)

Of all the affordable mascaras we can find in Singapore, the Lash Sensational (Very Black) is probably our favourite. It has a perfectly sized applicator wand and jet-black pigment to coat our lashes evenly with added volume, minus the clumping.

You can find this mascara at Sasa outlets and leading pharmacies. It is also available online on Shopee or Carousell.

#9 MILANI BAKED POWDER BLUSH IN LUMINOSO (S$14)

Trust us when we say that we have tried way too many affordable blushers. But by far, the clear winner is Milani’s amazing Baked Powder Blushes – especially so for the shade Luminoso which is a cult-favourite in the beauty world. It has just the right around of sheen and is extremely pigmented. It gives the skin a nice and healthy glow.

Milani is available online on Carousell or Shopee.

#10 NYX DEWY/MATTE FINISH SETTING SPRAY (S$13)

NYX is a great brand for anyone who’s just starting out on their makeup journey and is well-loved for their inexpensive price tags. While we love our MAC Fix+ and Urban Decay All-Nighter setting sprays, they can be pretty pricey to sustain. A great alternative is the NYX Setting Sprays where it truly locks in your makeup and melts everything together flawlessly, while ensuring you long wear throughout the day.

NYX is available in Sephora outlets and online on the Sephora website. It is also available at selected pharmacies and Sasa outlets.