‘Great for stocking fillers’ people say & run to Home Bargains to nab Laneige dupe that’s £19 cheaper than posh lip balm
SHOPPERS are rushing to get to their nearest Home Bargains store, eager to get their hands on a brand new beauty buy.
So if you’re on a budget but don’t want to scrimp on your beauty routine, then you’ve come to the right place.
Recently, we’ve seen shoppers go wild for a lip mask that’s taken the world by storm.
The Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask banishes flaky lips and leaves you with a kiss-worthy pout.
The lip saviour has earned cult status on social media and has totted up nearly 500 million views on TikTok alone.
A quick search for the buy will throw up thousands of favourable reviews as content creators pose with the pretty pink tubs.
But if the thought of spending £21 on a pot of lip balm sends shivers down your spine, then fear not, as Home Bargains have got you covered.
One savvy shopper was left stunned when browsing the aisles in her local Home Bargains, when she spotted the brilliant dupe buy.
Thrilled with her find, Lyndsay Northey took to social media to alert others, leaving many open-mouthed.
Posting on Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK, a private Facebook group with 2.5 million members, the bargain hunter shared a snap of her recent purchases – two lip sleeping masks.
Strikingly similar to one of the most popular buys on the market – a K-beauty invention, the viral Lip Sleeping Mask EX, these lip sleeping masks are sure to leave you with soft, luscious lips.
Alongside her post, Lyndsay wrote: “For anyone who likes the Laneige lip sleeping masks, Home Bargains are selling these for £1.99 each.
“These were in Brockhurst Gate, Gosport branch.”
Lyndsay bought both flavours of the new cheap buy – Candy Berries and Strawberry & Lemonade.
Whilst the lip sleeping masks are intended to be applied before bed, they can also be used as an everyday lip balm.
5 things you didn't know about Home Bargains
- Home Bargains was founded by Tom Morris
- It’s official name is TJ Morris Ltd but trades as Home Bargains
- The first store was opened in Liverpool in 1976
- Around 30% of the stores range comprises clearance lines
- There are 575 stores nationwide
These affordable buys, which are £19 cheaper than the posh version, will reveal healthy and radiant lips with reduced lines.
The beauty products come with a silicone applicator, similar to the viral Laneige buy, to ensure that every part of your lips enjoys nourishment.
Good for stocking fillers or birthday presents
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Lyndsay’s post has clearly impressed many, as it has quickly racked up 147 likes and 117 comments.
Beauty fans were stunned to see the dupe buys and many were keen to stock up.
Right up my street. I’ll nip in tomorrow and see if I can find some!
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One person said: “Great Christmas presents. I know I’m thinking early. [These are] good for stocking fillers or birthday presents.”
Another added: “Need the blue one.”
A third commented: “Ooooh right up my street. I’ll nip in tomorrow and see if I can find some!”
Best beauty dupes
Fabulous' Beauty Editor, Tara Ledden revealed the cheaper version of your favourite beauty products that you should have in your cupboard.
“A huge 55% of us would like to spend less on our beauty routines according to new research from E.l.f. Cosmetics, so it’s no wonder there’s millions of #dupe videos on Tiktok.
“While some dupes are easy to spot given their look-a-like packing, they’re often lacking when it comes to the contents.
“In fact, some of the best dupes look nothing like the luxury product they’re a dead-ringer for – and, trust me, they’re the ones you want.”
REAL: Benefit Hoola Matte Bronzer, £32.50 DUPE: Natural Collection Bronzer, £3.50 which is a saving of £29. The Natural Collection Bronzer comes in more shades, although it doesn’t have a mirror in the compact.
REAL: Milk Make-up Hydro-Grip Primer, £35 DUPE: E.l.f. Power Grip Primer, £10. These two share a similar green hue, as well as the same long-wearing, mattifying properties – although, E.l.f’s is so popular it’s just as hard to get hold of.
REAL: Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Lipstick, £28 DUPE: L’Oreal Paris Color Riche Satin Lipstick Beige A Nu, £8.99. The shades of these two lipsticks are virtually identical on the lips, although while Charlotte Tilbury’s is matte, the L’Oreal Paris Lipstick has a satin finish – which actually makes it more comfortable if you’re wearing all day.
REAL: Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation, £40 DUPE: Collection Lasting Perfection Matte Foundation, £6.99. While they don’t look alike from the outside, the formula, consistency and staying power of both foundations is pretty similar – unfortunately, the Collection only comes in 20 shades vs Estee Lauder’s 60 options.
REAL: Glossier Boy Brow, £20 DUPE: Essence Make Me Brow Gel, £2.50. There’s a whole Reddit thread dedicated to this dupe, so you know it’s got to be good. They both have a waxy consistency and added fibres to make brows look fuller. I have to say, the shade range is far better with Boy Brow, but if you’re brunette, there’s plenty of Essence shade options to try.
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At the same time, many Facebook users tagged their friends and loved ones to alert them to the high-street find.
One woman asked a Home Bargains fan: “If you see this when you’re next in there, grab me one.”
A second person mentioned a friend and wrote: “Keep an eye out for me please. If you see, can you get me one of each.”
Whilst someone else alerted a savvy shopper and penned: “If yours have these, grab them please.”