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25 budget beauty buys under £25

We've rounded up the TikTok trending haircare, skincare and makeup products that are worth the hype and don't break the bank - all in time for payday.

Written by Beth Williams
Published 29.03.2023

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We love a TikTok trend as much as the next person, but how do you spot the ones that are actually worth your time – and money?

Don’t worry, we’ve done the hard work for you.

From the hairspray that creates Kim Kardashian’s signature glossy locks to Hailey Bieber’s go-to lip balm, these are the products trending on TikTok that are actually worth the hype.

 

HOLY GRAIL HAIRCARE

Cult Beauty - Larry King Haircare Flyaway With Me Kit - £19.00

This little kit is the secret to polished and put-together hair. The brush and cream combo is perfect for taming baby hairs and frizz on the go.

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Sephora - Nature Spell Rosemary Oil For Hair & Skin 150ml - £7.20

#rosemaryoil has racked up more than 204.9 million views on TikTok and we can confirm this hair-growth hero is so worth the hype. But make sure you use it in its diluted form. The Nature Spell Rosemary Oil comes already diluted so you don’t have to worry about doing it yourself.

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Cult Beauty - Philip Kingsley Elasticizer Deep-Conditioning Treatment 75ml - £19.00

A deep conditioning treatment to apply before you shampoo. It adds elasticity, manageability, bounce and shine, leaving hair luxuriously nourished and healthy.

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Sephora - Gisou Honey Infused Hair Oil 20ml - £19.00

This multipurpose Honey Infused Hair Oil really does it all. It works as a pre-styling and finishing product, as an addition to a hair mask and as an overnight treatment. Plus, it smells amazing too.

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LookFantastic - Tigi Bed Head Wax Stick (75g) - £17.75

The hair wax used on runways for the supermodel slicked-back bun worn by the likes of Bella Hadid, Hailey Bieber and Kendall Jenner. This hair wax has a semi-matte finish with no build-up and holds better than hairspray.

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Boots - Kent Brushes Small Natural Bristle Brush - £9.50

Complete your supermodel slicked-back bun with a boar bristled brush for the smoothest finish.

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Boots - The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution 240ml - £11.50

Although it’s meant to be used on your face (glycolic acid is great for targeting pigmentation and dry skin texture), many people on TikTok rave about the benefits of its use in your hair for less dandruff and fewer breakages.

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Sephora - Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray 200ml - £21.35 (was £27.00)

Kim Kardashian’s hairdresser, Chris Appleton, uses this on her hair to create her signature sleek and ultra glossy locks. The spray boasts “moisture resistance” as its key to frizz-free styling. Check it out in action here.

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SKINCARE SAVIOURS

SpaceNK - Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask - £24.00

The ultimate hydrating face mask from the brand everyone is talking about. The Jet Lag Mask is designed to drench tired and stressed skin with hydration and nutrients for a renewed, radiant look.

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Cult Beauty - Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid 30ml - £11.00

A viral product from way back in lockdown that has remained cult for a reason. It contains salicylic acid which is great for reducing breakouts, blackheads and redness.

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Boots - Vichy Mineral 89 Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum 50ml - £19.50 (was £26.00)

Our favourite hyaluronic acid – works in tandem by strengthening and repairing the skin barrier whilst hydrating the skin.

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Sephora - Pixi DetoxifEYE x 60 Patches - £22.00

Infused with cucumber, hyaluronic acid and caffeine, these eye patches hydrate the delicate skin around your eyes, helping to reduce dark circles and water retention. We recommend keeping them in the fridge for a cooling, de-puffing sensation.

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Boots - La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo+ Blemish treatment 40ml - £20.00

The ultimate blemish balm. There is a reason why this is raved about on TikTok. It’s even approved by the Derm Doctor himself.

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Cult Beauty - The Inkey List Oat Cleansing Balm - £11.99

Our favourite cleanser for sensitive skin. It gently dissolves makeup and excess oil without stripping sensitive, irritated skin of the moisture it needs. All without breaking the bank.

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LookFantastic - La Roche-Posay Anthelios Oil Control Fluid SPF50 50ml - £19.90

Our all-time favourite SPF. Protects your skin without making it feel greasy and doesn’t leave a white cast.

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Beauty Bay - COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence Gel 100ml - £22.75

We know what you’re thinking. Snails?! Snail mucin is indeed extracted from the mucus trail left behind by snails and is packed full of beneficial antioxidant properties that help with skin irritation and can repair the skin barrier.

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Glossier - Futuredew - £23.00

The product for glowy skin. This oil serum hybrid brightens and adds glow to the skin over time. It can also double up as a primer to add even more glow to your makeup.

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MAKEUP MARVELS

Urban Decay - 24/7 Moondust Eyeshadow - £20.00

The IT girl eyeshadow that went viral on TikTok at the end of last year. We love shades wild dipper and space cowboy for the perfect amount of shimmer.

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Glossier - Cloud Paint - £17.00

Blush has had such a revival in the past year and this is a great dupe for the consistently sold-out Rare Beauty blush. We love Cloud Paint in shade Beam for a very wearable spring blush that suits every skin tone.

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Boots - Revlon Oil-Absorbing Volcanic Roller - £12.00

Do you always find your makeup gets shiny after a few hours of wearing it? This little tool will be your new best friend. It absorbs all the excess oil from your skin,  without ruining your makeup.

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Cult Beauty - VIEVE Modern Radiance Concealer - £22.00

A holy grail product from beauty blogger and make-up maestro to the stars Jamie Genevieve. This concealer is infused with hyaluronic acid so it hydrates your skin while concealing. Skincare and makeup in 1 and an extensive shade range? We’re truly obsessed.

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Cult Beauty - Nars Afterglow Lip Balm - £24.00

The lip balm Hailey Bieber uses on repeat. Need we say more?

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Refy - Brow Sculpt - £16.00

Want the laminated brow look without the price tag? This is the product for you.

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Space NK - Rare Beauty Warm Wishes Effortless Bronzer - £25.00

Selena Gomez really can do it all and this bronzing stick from Rare Beauty proves it. Super blendable with a second-skin finish – this will make you look effortlessly sunkissed.

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Clinique - Almost Lipstick in Black Honey - £22.00

This lipstick may have first launched in 1971, but it’s seen a resurgence on TikTok this year thanks to the fact that its universally-flattering pink-brown shade looks great on all skin tones.

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