BEAUTY products can be expensive, but a make-up artist has revealed the £5 Boots primer she swears by.
And even better, she claims it is a dupe for a popular £55 Bobbi Brown product – and it’s perfect for oily skin.
She especially loved their £5 primer[/caption]
She claims it is a dupe for Bobbi Brown’s £50 primer[/caption]
On her @thatshoppinggirly account, the make-up whizz said: “No gatekeeping here.
“Boots is definitely becoming one of my favourite makeup brands.
“I pride myself on finding affordable makeup, it’s sooo expensive being a woman!”
One of her top recommendations is Boots’ 17. Vitamin Rich Primer.
The 29-year-old wrote: “This is a dupe for the Bobbi Brown Face Base which is £50 but this is £5 and better imo [in my opinion.]
“As an oily skin girl primers (more layers) always scare me but this doesn’t break me out or make my face more oily.”
Boots 17 primer may be just a fiver, but it is also vegan-friendly and comes with vitamin E, niacinamide and Shea butter.
The website says: “This rich, moisturising primer helps to give a healthy glow and create the perfect make-up base. “
Not only is it a favourite of the make-up artist, but it also comes with near five-star reviews on the Boots page.
One person raved: “Excellent product. Easily as good as the more expensive primers.”
Another added: “It glides on beautifully and is a perfect base for make up.”
And it wasn’t the only product she recommended.
Next up was their 17. Ultimate Look Finishing Primer, which costs a price-friendly £3.
She wrote: “Honestly there is no powder which compares to this for a matte look and I’ve tried so many being an oily girl.
She also loved their £3 powder for oily skin[/caption]
She also swore by £5 CC Cream – but said they need more shades[/caption]
The make-up artist said the 17. collection is becoming one of her favourite brands[/caption]
“Also controversial but I like to apply with my finger and dab into the skin for a full coverage.”
The make-up buff was also a fan of their 17. CC Cream, which is only £5.
She wrote: “Leaves the skin looking so flawless, evens skin tone really nicely without having to use a foundation.”
However, she said they need to bring out a more diverse range of shades.
Finally, she also recommended their £4 lip balm, and claimed it was a dupe for a Clinique version.
Many people seemed to be a fan of the beauty range, with one saying: “My favourite brand.”
Another added: “Budget but make it look spenny.”
Top beauty trends for 2025
Hayley Walker, Beauty Expert at Justmylook spoke exclusively to Fabulous about the big beauty trends for 2025.
Haircare
Hair gloss treatments are a must-have as beauty enthusiasts love the salon-quality shine and enhanced colour delivered by the trending treatment.
Hair glosses are multifunctional as they nourish the hair while offering a vibrant, healthy-looking finish, combining 2025’s core trends. This treatment is perfect for those seeking an affordable, at-home glow-up.
2025 will focus on skin repairing and texture-enhancing treatments.
Skincare
Rejuran treatment, a celebrity-endorsed procedure, will see a rise in demand this year as many seek to enhance the skin’s appearance. The procedure entails injecting polynucleotides derived from salmon DNA to enhance skin texture and elasticity. “Rejuvenation is expected to dominate 2025 skincare trends as many seek to a achieve flawless, youthful complexion.
Skincare routines will also include back-to-basic products for a simplified routine.
Ginseng cleansing oil and panthenol cream are among the trending products for 2025. The cleansing oil is excellent for dissolving makeup and impurities without clogging pores and is enriched with nourishing properties to leave the skin feeling and looking refreshed and radiant.
Makeup
Makeup trends will follow suit to achieve youthful and radiant looks. Under-eye brighteners will be sought-after products for delivering coverage while enhancing natural radiance. This beauty tool will complement natural beauty while improving and brightening dull skin.
Makeup looks will be bigger and bolder in 2025 with cluster lashes expected to surge this year. These lashes bring the glam to glamorous looks as they deliver dramatic volume to enhance everyday or special occasion looks.
Peel-off lip stains circulated the beauty industry in 2024 and are expected to dominate in 2025. The growing popularity of this product is due to its ability to provide long-lasting, transfer-proof colour to lips, enhancing a natural aesthetic. Additionally, cherry-coded aesthetics are expected to be everywhere this year as the deep, rich hue can be achieved using peel-off lip stains or bold lip looks for a dramatic effect.
Nails
2025 will be another year of countless, show-stopping nail trends. Goddess Nails and Aura Nails deserve an honourable mention as these designs channel an ethereal, celestial aesthetic for bold, self-expressing nails.
