In this video, I’m trying out popular self-care dupes that I feel like a lot of us are lowkey too scared to test—because what if it’s a waste of money, or what if it just doesn’t work? Fall is around the corner, and I wanted to do an affordable glow-up moment without acting like we all have unlimited budgets. So I’m spilling the secrets and showing you how to look expensive on a budget with some viral-ish finds from places like Ulta Beauty, Dollar Tree, and more. I talk through the kinds of dupes I’m actually willing to try (like lip balms and simple self-care tools), plus what I look for when I’m comparing a dupe to the “popular” version—price, convenience, and whether it gives the same vibe. If you’re in college or just trying to save money but still want to stay cute, this is for you. And if you want to shop what I use in my everyday life, I also linked my Amazon storefront so you can find my go-to products and equipment in one place.