When it comes to back to school shopping, it can be expensive. Books, folders and binders, but for some of the students out there, the real money goes into their makeup supply. Some cosmetic brands that sell out of exclusive retail stores, such as Sephora or Ulta, can burn a real hole in your pocket. While other drugstore brands, such as CoverGirl or Maybelline, are more affordable and accessible.

For those who are on a budget, the more affordable brands may be the route to go. However, you can still get a high quality brand at a low price without blowing your college tuition, and still look fierce in the hallway.

If you have your eye on the new Kylie Jenner Lip Kit, but you don’t want to splurge on the $29 liquid lipstick and liner in the color of Dolce K, try Colourpop Cosmetics Ultra Matte Lip in the color of Beeper for only $6. If you are on the hunt for the perfect eyeshadow palette, try the L’Oreal La Palette Nude for $19.99 instead of maxing out your credit card on the Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette that’s double the price.

In a recent survey,  many people had said that they spend a generous amount of money on makeup, while 38.6 percent said that only a little amount of makeup they have is expensive. When asked what types of brands people used, the replies scattered, but a majority replied with Urban Decay, Elf, NYX and Maybelline. Every person has their own way of picking out what they like and how much they actually want to spend. An easier solution would be to take an easy way out and get something you like for a reasonable price.

As girls get older, make up can be a huge part of their growing experience. Why spend a lot of money on makeup when you can get it for affordable prices? There are many dupes out there for the expensive products that would serve well in your makeup bag. You just have to find what you want as an individual, yet still following the trends of the media but at a more reasonable cost.