How to build an entire beauty routine with $150.

If there's one thing I love to do, it's peruse the chemist beauty aisles and check out all the latest skincare and makeup. Because while I love big beauty stores like https://www.mamamia.com.au/best-sephora-collection-products/ Sephora and Mecca just as much as the next beauty lover, the truth is—expensive doesn't always mean better.

But with so many options, it's hard to know what's worth spending on. So when a lovely listener by the name of Felicity askedYou Beautypodcast hosts Leigh Campbell and Kelly McCarren what they would buy on a budget, you're going to bet they delivered with some savey (but still amazing) products.

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Armed with $150 each—here's what makeup Kelly would buy from Chemist Warehouse and the exact skincare products Leigh would buy from Priceline.

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Flower Beauty Light Illusion Foundation, $14.

First on the list? Foundation. And Kelly chose one of my personal savey favourites. In fact, I actually likebetterthan my expensive Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Formula. Yes, really!

"I'm going to go to Flower Beauty," said Kelly. "That amazingly affordable Drew Barrymore brand that is just exceptional—and I'm going to get the Light Illusion Liquid Foundation for $13.99—full price. It is just so good."

And she isn't lying. Comfortable and lightweight, it offers a hefty serving of radiance, making your skin look even, healthy and fresh. Get on it!

Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser, $20.

When it comes to a savey concealer that really pulls its weight, Kelly recommends reaching for the cult classic Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser. It's a favourite for good reason.

Perfect for under-eye circles and dark spots, it's a multi-use concealer that works to highlight, camouflage and contour. We love a multi-tasker!

Flower Beauty Lift & Sculpt Contouring Palette Light to Medium, $14.

Good, cheap, contouring products can be notoriously tricky to find—but Kelly really rates this guy, from Flower Beauty. While you'd be forgiven for considering powdered makeup an enemy for dry skin, the beauty queen herself (who also has dry skin) said "they're buttery and beautiful."

Ooft. Get in my basket.

Flower Beauty Blush Bomb Color Drops for Cheeks in 'Bubbly', $10.

Kelly also opted for the affordable Flower Beauty liquid blush to add a pop of colour to her cheeks. And you guys, I've tried it and can confirm: it's beautifully pigmented, blends well and I love how you can also use it on your lids and lips! (Multi-tasking products for the win!).

Covergirl Clean Colour Eyeshadow Quad, $17.50.

For eyes, Kelly recommends the CoverGirl Clean Colour Eyeshadow Quad—four wearable shades in matte, shimmer and metallic finishes.

"They are so pigmented and such good quality. They're perfect for someone that's entering into their eyeshadow era. It's not too overwhelming," she said.

So, if you're not much of an eyeshadow gal and still wanna zhoosh up your makeup look with a little shading on the eyes—this one's perfect for you!

Ardell Demi Wispies in Black, $11.

Yes, Kelly's even doing a lash. The girl's got some spare change! She rates Ardell Demi Wispies.

"They're just so good," said Kelly.

As someone who isterribleat applying lashes, I've been trialling the Ardell Naked Lashes—and have found they're lovely and lightweight and easy to apply. Trust me, if I can apply them so can you!

L'Oréal Paris Lash Paradise Mascara in 'Black', $15.

When it comes to mascara, everyone knows expensive does not always mean better. And there are some high-quality chemist formulas that you can pick up for less than half the price.

Kelly's recommendation? L'Oréal Paris Lash Paradise Mascara—an excellent mascara for adding both volume and length. The best part is that it's formulated with castor oil - so you don't have to deal with flaking or panda eyes. Yay!

Revlon Colorstay Suede Ink Lip in 'Hot Girl', $20.99.

To finish her chemist-bought makeup look, Kelly said she would opt for the creamy, matte Revlon Colorstay Suede Ink Lip in 'Hot Girl' for a pop of colour on the lips.

Now, while I'm not much of a matte lip girl, I've tried this myself and can vouch for the amazing staying power. Taylor Swift, eat your heart out!