Red Carpet Glamour on a Budget

In recent times, there has been a surge in the popularity of natural beauty looks on the red carpet. Celebrities like Hailey Bieber and Pamela Anderson have embraced the ‘clean girl’ aesthetic, opting for minimal makeup and healthy, radiant skin. At the 2024 Oscars, the trend continued with stars sporting subtle makeup looks and glowing complexions. Margot Robbie, in particular, caught the attention of many with her refined beauty look, courtesy of CHANEL makeup artist Pati Dubroff. Pati’s approach focuses on enhancing natural features and creating a luminous, hydrated glow, rather than heavy layering of products.

Affordable Alternatives

While the products used by celebrity makeup artists like Pati Dubroff may come with a hefty price tag, there are affordable alternatives available for beauty enthusiasts on a budget. For instance, instead of CHANEL Beauty’s Sublimage La Creme at £350, one could opt for Maybelline’s Fit Me Hydrating Primer at £9.99 to prep the skin before makeup application. Similarly, Collection Cosmetics’ Gorgeous Glow Filter Finish foundation priced at £7.99 can offer a similar illuminating effect as CHANEL’s Les Beiges foundation at £47.

To recreate Margot Robbie’s red carpet makeup look, one can experiment with a combination of affordable products. Collection’s Lasting Perfection Concealer, known for its good coverage and long-lasting wear at £4.99, can help conceal dark circles and blemishes effectively. For contouring the eyes, Collection’s Filter Finish Liquid Wand Contour in the shade Tan at £5.99 can be used to achieve a defined look.

Adding a touch of color to the cheeks, a combination of Collection’s Filter Finish Liquid Blush and powder blush can create a radiant glow similar to CHANEL’s Joues Contraste Powder Blush. For the lips, opting for a peachy nude shade like Kiko Coloured Balm at £6.49 paired with Collection’s Lip Definer in ‘Pink Nude’ at £2.99 can result in a sophisticated and natural look.

While recreating celebrity makeup looks on a budget, it is essential to experiment with different affordable products and techniques. Investing in skin preparation and using a long-lasting setting spray can ensure that the makeup lasts through the night. While high-end products may have their appeal, substituting them with affordable alternatives can also lead to stunning results.

Achieving red carpet glamour on a budget is indeed possible with the right products and techniques. By being creative and willing to try out different affordable options, one can enjoy the thrill of recreating celebrity makeup looks without breaking the bank. Remember, beauty is not about the price tag but about the confidence and creativity that comes with experimentation.