5 awesome makeup brands at low prices

Because efficiency does not always mean high prices. The proof by 5 with these make-up brands that the ELLE Beauty Team loves and which offer super quality products at low prices.

You don't have to go broke to find a product that keeps its promises: pleasant texture, pigmented color, long-lasting hold and high-precision applicator.

Discover our selection:

1. KIKO MILANO

The Italian make-up brand offers a wide variety of products (from basic to more professional) and collections with original packaging. From foundation bases and brushes to eyeliners in crazy colors, whether you are into natural or extravagant makeup, you will find something to satisfy your desires at Kiko Milano. They are given a green sticker for the creation of a really nice eco-friendly collection made up of pretty palettes in warm tones that go with all eye colors and all skin tones.

Our favorite product: the Glitter Baked Highlighter

This illuminator is ideal for bringing a subtle iridescent glow to the face but also to the décolleté. It can be used both during the day and in the evening as its shine is light and adjustable.

Price: approximately €16.99

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2. NYX COSMETICS

Nyx Cosmetics is the favorite brand of professional makeup artists and ultra-creative beauty bloggers. Crazy colors, amazing textures, glitter galore, anything is possible! If you're looking for an unlikely product, chances are you'll find it at Nyx Cosmetics. We are impressed by the ultra pigmentation of the colors and the long (very long!) hold of the products, some of which are vegan.

Our favorite product: the Soft Matte Lip Cream

This creamy gloss provides flawless coverage in just one swipe and lasts for hours, and hours, and hours! Simply stunning.

Price: approximately €7.95

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3. BE CREATIVE MAKE UP

This brand created by ICI Paris XL offers great products at affordable prices. Everything you need to achieve a nude day make-up or a sophisticated evening make-up can be found at Be Creative Make Up. We mainly love their complexion-enhancing products which are of high quality: bases, foundations, concealers, correctors, powders, blushes, highlighters. The perfect complexion is yours!

Our favorite product: Scandalous Lashes Mascara

If you're looking for a mascara that can boost the color intensity, volume and length of your lashes, look no further! This product is a nugget. We find no fault with it.

Price: approximately €17.95

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4. AVRIL COSMETIC ORGANIC

This certified organic French brand offers simple but effective makeup products. At Avril, no fuss, no extravagant creations. On the other hand, you will find very good products available in many colors. We are conquered by their philosophy which is to go to the essential and to sublimate natural beauty. From the tip of the eyebrows to the tips of the nails, the brand offers the essential products to create a minimalist and elegant look.

Our favorite product: the Pearly Eyeshadow Pencil

A real must-have. This pencil (available in a dozen colors) is really used every day. Easy to use, its small pearly side instantly illuminates the look and whether you have opted for a nude look embellished with a hint of mascara or whether you have preferred a complete and sophisticated make-up. This pencil is your best ally.

Price: around €4

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5. YVES ROCHER

The French brand is a reference in make-up at low prices and is placing more and more emphasis on the naturalness of its products, both in care and in make-up, which does not is not to displease us. Yves Rocher offers a very wide choice of references and a multitude of shades. Everything exists to beautify the complexion, the eyes, the lips and the nails. We like the multitude of options offered in each category, the varied style of packaging (chic or colorful) and the great promotions available on the site.

Our favorite product: eyebrow mascara

We know; the eyebrows define and intensify the look. The easiest and fastest option to emphasize them is without hesitation mascara. No need to be very precise, in just a few brush strokes the hairs are made up and disciplined. Mission accomplished !

Price: approximately €10.95

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