- “I always recommend this photo blur powder from Pretty Smart if you want something that's going to set your makeup without that overly matte finish”17:25–17:28
- “This has more of a satin matte formula compared to the NYX Can't Stop Won't Stop Powder, which is much more of a powdery matte finish”17:30–17:36
- “This is still going to be skin-like, but it will set your makeup down”17:38–17:44
- “Maybe if you have dry skin, combo skin, or if you just don't want something that is as powdery matte, this is a great option”17:42–17:48
- “A great alternative to the Lawless Perfecting Powder, which also has that similar satin like finish”17:48–17:55
- “In this one, I'm usually in the shade light or light medium if I have a tan”17:55–17:58
- Source: Best drugstore makeup top 3 in every category - Jun 6, 2026
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Photo Blur Perfect Finish"I always recommend this photo blur powder from Pretty Smart if you want something that's going to set your makeup without that overly matte finish."$7.94
All-in-One Face Palette"It does have a translucent powder. It has a bronzer and a blush. Has an easy way to get multiple products."-
Tipsy Owl Illuminating Face Drops"Such a good underrated brand from the drugstore. Everything they offer, at least in my drugstore, is under $10."$9.98
Pretty Shiny Cream Highlighter"This is a very, very, very similar shade to Spotlight from Charlotte Tilbury."$29
Extra Pretty Pressed Blush"The extra pretty pressed blush from Pretty Smart in behind the scenes is the best."$8.97
Liquid Lip & Cheek Stain"I did find a dupe of this in my makeup drawers, and that's from Pretty Smart."$7.97Browse more
- “It does have a translucent powder. It has a bronzer and a blush. Has an easy way to get multiple products”5:37–5:44
- “It's a 100% matte palette”
- “We have a beautiful rosy kind of plumby rosy blush”6:57–7:01
- Source: First 10 makeup products I'd buy if starting fresh - Jan 3, 2026
- “Such a good underrated brand from the drugstore. Everything they offer, at least in my drugstore, is under $10”10:57–11:03
- “This one's fantastic though. It's our highlighter in golden bloom”11:11–11:16
- “I am wearing it on my cheeks today and it does pack some punch. Be warned. If you like a more natural highlighter, maybe this one's not the way to go”11:14–11:20
- “I love a good strong highlighter and this is one of the best from the drugstore”11:23–11:26
- Source: Best Drugstore Makeup of 2025 - Dec 12, 2025
- “This is a very, very, very similar shade to Spotlight from Charlotte Tilbury”19:41–19:51
- “When you just tap it on, it gives you that same lovely reflective glossy look that then has that dry down and it blends beautifully”19:58–20:05
- “I think that this is just as good”
- “This also does a really really good job of spreading, blending, and not exaggerating texture”20:58–21:04
- “It is a very, very good one”
- Source: Best drugstore dupes for high-end makeup - Nov 15, 2025
- “The extra pretty pressed blush from Pretty Smart in behind the scenes is the best”14:25–14:30
- “It looks good on its own or even topped over other blushes”14:32–14:38
- “Also has a little bit of that satin finish that gives a touch of glow, but it's really soft”14:36–14:40
- Source: Best drugstore makeup top 3 in every category - Jun 6, 2026
- “I did find a dupe of this in my makeup drawers, and that's from Pretty Smart”15:26–15:30
- “Does it not look exactly the same like first applied?”16:39–16:44
- “I feel like this one's a tiny less pigmented where I might have to add a little bit more, but it's blending out to look very similar shadewise and finishwise”16:50–16:55
- “Still getting that really pretty dewy finish”17:01–17:05
- “Shadewise and in terms of like how easy this blends into the skin, the overall finish, this is so similar”17:20–17:25
- Source: My New 9-5 Work Makeup Routine (Quick & Long Lasting) - Nov 8, 2025
Brand note
Pretty Smart is a budget-friendly drugstore brand that punches above its weight on pigment and finish. The Liquid Lip & Cheek Stain delivers a dewy, blendable flush that rivals higher-end options, though it's slightly less pigmented than the original it dupes. The Tipsy Owl Illuminating Face Drops are intensely bright — great if you like a strong highlight, but skip if you prefer subtle glow. Overall, the brand leans into satin and dewy textures across blushes, powders, and palettes, making it a solid pick for anyone who wants noticeable color without spending much.