What are Hilary Erickson's top budget-friendly beauty product recommendations?

Hi, I’m Hilary Erickson from The Pregnancy Nurse. How can I help?

From what I’ve shared on Pulling Curls, here are some of my favorite budget‑friendly beauty picks:

• Maybelline 24‑Hour Lipstick – my go‑to Lipsense alternative. It actually stays on, doesn’t smear all over cups, and is way cheaper (especially on Amazon).
• Maybelline Eye Tattoo liquid eyeshadow – I use it like a primer; it keeps shadow from disappearing by noon.
• L’Oreal Infallible Eye Paint/Pigment Paint – super pigmented cream shadow; a tiny bit gives a pretty, fast eye look.

I also often suggest skipping pricey palettes if you’re experimenting and grabbing Wet n Wild or other drugstore options first so you don’t feel guilty decluttering what you don’t love.

What kind of product are you looking for specifically—lips, eyes, or face?