There are few things as satisfying as finding a really, really good beauty dupe. Something that works just as hard as your favourite vitamin C serum, with an equally efficacious ingredients list, but at half the cost. Or a mascara that makes your lashes look just right, but nobody seems to know about. Aldi and Lidl are home to loads of suspiciously brilliant bargains. Remember when someone discovered the Lacura Caviar Cream, a supposed great dupe for a very expensive, iconic moisturiser? Well, it lived up to the hype, and it can now be hard to find a jar of the Caviar Cream in store.
Perhaps that's because you've never been to Aldi, and have understandably, become distracted by the middle aisle. Wire baskets containing a motley crew of devastatingly cheap and highly covetable items, from pizza ovens to waterproof trousers.
We digress. Don't fear, though, for we've done the shopping for you. So far? We've reviewed Aldi's Jo Malone perfume dupe and their Tom Ford perfume dupe But consider this your warning, they won't hang around for long.
SHOP: The Best Supermarket Dupes
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A classic for good reason. While both floral and fruity, it is neither too sweet nor too punchy, instead it is soft and delicate, and settles on the skin like any other timeless scent would. Shop the orginal below, or head to Aldi to shop the £5.99 version.
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Frequently described as the 'Little Black Dress' of scents, Tom Ford's Black Orchid is beloved by celebrities and beauty editor's alike - just a light misting will reel in the compliments. Expect a heady hit of dark florals and rich wood that play well with the skin's natural scent. Shop the orginal below, or the £3.99 Aldi version in store.
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Beloved by our beauty writer, this illuminating spray is a cult classic. It's delicately scented and long-lasting - it's no wonder it's been duped by Aldi. Shop the original below or the £4.49 version in store.
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The latest dupe to land on Aldi shelves? You guessed it. It’s a take on the Kylie Cosmetics Matte Lip Kit, £29. Just like it’s high-end counterpart, the Aldi Lacura version is housed in millennial pink packaging and contains a matte liquid lipstick and liner duo. Priced at just £4.99 each, beauty lovers could save an impressive £24 if they opt for the budget version. Shop the OG below or pop in store for the orginal.
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A cult classic, Aldi's version of the Elemis Cleansing Balm is already being met with rave reviews. Shop the original below, or the £6.99 version in store.
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The perfect stocking filler, Gisou's Honey Infused Hair Oil makes light work of nourishing and hydrating parched strands. Shop the TikTok favourite below, or the Lacura version in store - it's only £4.99.
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Just a sweep of Charlotte Tilbury's Flawless Filter foundation will leave you looking (and feeling) radiant thanks to pearlescent, light reflecting particles. Shop below, or try out Aldi's £4.99 version in store.
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The Elemis Superfood Glow Priming Moisturiser is well known for its radiance enhancing abilities. And now Aldi want in on the action. Their Illuminating Primer Enriched is with green tea seed oil and ginger extract to 'moisturises and hydrates while creating an effortlessly dewy complexion.' Shop the original below or pop into store this Jan.
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A cult classic for those who are familiar with hard-working skin healers. Weleda's no-fuss, thick, nourishing face and body cream tends to dry patches with the help of botanical extracts. Boasting celebrity fans like Hailey Bieber and Victoria Beckham, it's no wonder Aldi has sought to give this affordable classic its own spin with the Lacura Rich Moisturising Cream. Available in store from 25th January, £3.99.
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The Lacura Dramatic Lash Mascara, £4.99 is, by all accounts, a copy of Lancôme’s cult classic Hypnôse Drama Mascara, £29. But how do they compare? Grazia's Junior Beauty Editor reveals all in her honest review. It's available in store from the 25th of Feb.
