In this video I did one of my favourite things — I compared drugstore makeup against higher-end makeup to see what’s truly worth your money. And just to make it fun, I had five drugstore products and five high-end products on my face and asked you to guess which side was which. I don’t love calling things “dupes” because that word gets thrown around a lot, so I focus on makeup alternatives: products that are similar in texture, finish, and overall effect (even though there will always be a few differences). I tested a lip treatment (Summer Fridays vs. MCoBeauty), cream bronzer (NARS Laguna vs. Milani Cheek Kiss), liquid blush (Rare Beauty vs. L’Oréal Lumi), mascara (Lancôme vs. CoverGirl Wrap), and lipstick (Rare Beauty vs. the classic L’Oréal Fairest Nude). The big takeaway? You truly don’t need to spend a fortune to get smooth, flattering results on mature skin. I paid attention to things that matter for us — hydration, blendability, formulas that don’t emphasize texture, and products that wear well without looking heavy. I also showed brush alternatives because so many of you ask about BK Beauty. I compared BK Beauty to Alter Ego, and while BK has a certain softness and firmness that feels extra “luxury,” Alter Ego is a great affordable option that performs beautifully, especially if you’re building a brush collection on a budget.