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Boots BOGOF sale: The best make-up to buy including Maybelline mascara and Physicians Formula bronzer
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Whether you need to re-stock your favourite primer or are looking to upgrade your make-up stash with the latest beauty buys, the Boots buy-one-get-one-free sale is just the time to do it.
The offers start on Thursday 18 February and only last one day, so you’ll have to act quickly if you want to snap up a bargain.
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Boots has included more than 3,000 big-name products, spanning everything from foundation and eyeshadow to lipsticks from cult brands such as Maybelline, Lime Crime and Nyx.
If your own beauty arsenal is already well stocked, don’t miss out on the discount by using the sale as an opportunity to pick up a present for your loved ones, be it as a lockdown treat or to stow away until their birthday.
With so many products included in the sale, it can be hard to know which ones are worth splashing the cash on.
So, to save you from hours of scrolling, we’ve rounded up our top picks, including the must-have mascara that’s become a viral sensation on TikTok.
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Maybelline sensational sky high mascara: £9.99, Boots.com
In addition to viral dance moves, TikTok is now convincing us we need to add certain beauty products into our daily routines, including this Maybelline mascara, which is the app’s latest sensation with more than 124 million views on the hashtag #skyhighmascara.
The mascara promises to volumise and extend every single lash from root to tip for a limitless length look and, at just £9.99, it is a real steal. Judging by the videos shared on TikTok, it does exactly what it says on the tin, leaving even short and thin lashes full, fluffy and long.
Maybelline says the formula has been infused with bamboo extract and fibres for long lashes that never get weighed down.
Essie gel couture top coat nail polish: £9.99, Boots.com
The secret to a long-lasting manicure is a solid layer of top coat. With salons shut for the time being, you’re going to want to make sure your nails are primed to stay in place and chip-free for as long as possible.
This one from cult nail brand Essie is an ultra-glossy quick drying top coat that seals and helps protect the nail bed, as well as magnifying shine for an ultra-glossy finish. While it is described as a gel polish, no base coat or UV or LED lamp are needed for application – simply allow your polish of choice to dry and then apply the quick-drying top coat to lock in your mani.
E.l.f. poreless putty primer universal sheer: £8, Boots.com
Another TikTok recommendation, the e.l.f poreless putty primer has been praised by customers for its ability to smooth out the skin and fill in pores for a subtly blurred effect.
A great product if the winter weather has left your skin feeling a little lacklustre, the primer is infused with squalane which helps grip make-up for all-day wear and protects skin from moisture loss. The velvety texture means it is ideal for all skin types and it can also be used on the eyelids prior to eyeshadow application to lock your look in place.
Nyx set spray matte finish long lasting: £7, Boots.com
After spending hours perfecting your make-up look, the last thing you want is for it to become ruined by blustering winds and impromptu downpours. That's where setting sprays come in.
This one from Nyx promises to deliver a fresh look that lasts, with a shine-free matte finish that feels lightweight and comfortable on the skin while working hard to make sure your make-up stays put. It keeps both cream and powder foundations in place, and the formula provides the skin with a burst of hydration.
Physicians Formula murumuru butter bronzer: £12.99, Boots.com
Whatever the time of year, a bronzer can help to create a healthy faux glow and add a little dimension and warmth to your skin.
When it comes to picking the right one for your complexion, we recommend investing in this TikTok-approved bronzer from Physicians Formula, which is available in eight different shades.
Infused with murumuru butter, the bronzer is made with ultra-refined pearl and soft-focus pigments that smooth texture, brighten skin tone and deliver a gorgeous bronze finish. The brand states that it has a creamy and soft texture that combines the best features of a powder and cream, meaning it instantly melts into skin to leave you with a dewy finish. It also comes with unique sponge applicator specially designed to be used with a creamy bronzer formula.
L’Oréal Paris true match foundation: £9.99, Boots.com
Finding the perfect foundation is no mean feat, but this one from L’Oreal takes all the hassle out of searching for “the one” with its impressive range of 40 shades.
The lightweight liquid foundation is made with skin-perfecting pigments for a natural finish and delivers long-wearing, even coverage. Blendable and buildable, it is also enriched with a moisturising complex of hyaluronic acid, glycerin and aloe vera extract, while vitamin B2 and provitamin B5 make for an anti-pollutant formula that promises to improve skin quality over time through hydration. It also has SPF17, which provides protection from the damaging effects of the sun.
Lime Crime eyeshadow palette venus XL: £56, Boots.com
For an eyeshadow palette that can take you from day to night, the Lime Crime venus XL is a worthy investment.
Featuring 18 shades in four finishes – matte, sparkle, glow and metallic – the palette means you can create a multitude of goddess-worthy looks. Ranging from palest peach to deep terracotta, the pigments have been designed to deliver minimal fading, promising one-swipe coverage. A cult classic among beauty fans, we also love that the palette arrives in a beautifully mirrored gilded pink box, in homage to Venus herself.
Soap & Glory sexy mother pucker lipstick: £9, Boots.com
If the combination of cold weather and central heating has left your lips feeling parched, you’re going to need a lipstick that not only provides the perfect look, but feels like skincare in a tube. Enter the Soap & Glory sexy mother pucker lipstick.
Creamy and conditioning, the brand states that the lipstick has been formulated with its own hydra-boosting moisture-wrap technology, which means it glides easily onto your lips and stays firmly in place as you go about your day. There are three finishes to choose from – matte, satin and high shine – and three different colour ranges, including a nudes, reds and pinks collection, meaning there’s something to suit everyone.
Maybelline eraser eye concealer: £8.99, Boots.com
Say goodbye to panda eyes with this cult concealer that’s formulated with coloured pigments to perfect the under-eye area and visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines and dark spots.
Its unique formula is enriched with goji berry to hydrate skin while remaining gentle on the delicate eye area and delivering a flawless finish. It also features a built-in sponge applicator for mess-free usage.
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