Beauty fans race to Aldi to stock up on a La Mer dupe – it’s £368 cheaper than the posh serum with ‘spot on’ ingredients
SHOPPERS are legging it to get to their nearest Aldi store, desperate to stock up on the newest beauty dupe.
So if the cost of living crisis has made your purse feel tighter than ever before, and you can’t afford to splash the cash on luxury skincare buys, fear not, Aldi has got you covered.
The much-loved chain has just released a range of new middle aisle buys – and it’s a La Mer dupe that’s left shoppers beaming.
Beauty enthusiast Chloe Parry, who is from the UK, was overjoyed when she spotted the cheap product in her local store.
Thrilled with her find, Chloe took to social media to alert others, leaving many open-mouthed.
Posting on Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK, a private Facebook group with 2.6 million members, the Aldi shopper shared a snap of her purchase – the La Soie Serum.
Clearly very pleased with the Lacura Concentrate Serum, Chloe beamed: “La Mer dupe in Aldi today.
“I’ve compared the ingredients and they seem spot on.”
The cheap dermatologically tested serum is enriched with a blend of Algae Extracts, Macadamia and Sesame Seed Oils.
The velvety, gel serum helps to soothe the complexion and replenish the skin’s moisture barrier.
It is a dupe for the La Mer Concentrate Serum, a pricey product loved by celebs including Jennifer Lopez, Demi Moore and Kim Kardashian.
But unlike the luxurious serum, the Aldi buy, which comes in a similar green bottle, is much more affordable.
A 30ml bottle of the La Mer product will set you back a jaw-dropping £375 – yes, you heard that correctly – an amount many of us could simply not justify (or afford).
However, for just £6.99, this Specialbuy is a real steal – a whopping £368.01 cheaper than the cult classic product.
What are the best Aldi beauty dupes?
ALDI has become well-known for its affordable beauty dupes that often rival high-end brands in terms of quality and effectiveness.
Here are some of the best Aldi beauty dupes that have garnered rave reviews:
Lacura Healthy Glow Exfoliating Tonic
Dupe for: Pixi Glow Tonic
Price: £3.99 (compared to Pixi’s £18)
Description: This exfoliating tonic contains glycolic acid and works to gently exfoliate and brighten the skin. It’s a fantastic, budget-friendly alternative to the popular Pixi Glow Tonic.
Lacura Q10 Renew Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream
Dupe for: Nivea Q10 Plus Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream
Price: £1.45 (compared to Nivea’s £10)
Lacura Caviar Illumination Day Cream
Dupe for: La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream
Price: £6.99 (compared to La Prairie’s £292)
Lacura Hot Cloth Cleanser
Dupe for: Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser
Price: £3.99 (compared to Liz Earle’s £17.50)
Lacura Snapshot Ready Foundation Primer
Dupe for: Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer
Price: £5.99 (compared to Smashbox’s £26)
Lacura Miracle Cream
Dupe for: Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream
Price: £3.99 (compared to Elizabeth Arden’s £28)
Lacura Ebony Rose Face Mask
Dupe for: Fresh Rose Face Mask
Price: £6.99 (compared to Fresh’s £52)
Lacura Charcoal Clearing Mudmask
Dupe for: GlamGlow Supermud Clearing Treatment
Price: £5.99 (compared to GlamGlow’s £42)
Lacura Velvet Touch Foundation
Dupe for: Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation
Price: £5.99 (compared to Estée Lauder’s £34)
Lacura Tinted Lip Oils
Dupe for: Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Tinted Oil
Price: £3.99 (compared to Rare Beauty’s £20)
It’s no surprise that Chloe was so thrilled with her purchase, as she added: “What a treat.”
Social media users were impressed with the affordable find and many were keen to get their hands on it.
One person said: “Will have to have a look.”
It’s really good, I highly recommend it
Facebook user
Another added: “Need to go.”
Whilst a third tagged an Aldi shopper and commented: “Get me some.”
Meanwhile, other beauty fans claimed that they have used the product and would recommend it.
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One woman beamed: “I got the dupe last time it was out. My skin loves it. I’ve never bought La Crème de la Mer, so can’t compare. I’m not complaining.”
A second chimed in: “It’s really good, I highly recommend it.”
And someone else shared: “I used it last night, brilliant.”
I’d rather try a somewhat dupe than pay £300+ on something that may have been a complete waste of money for my skin
Chloe Parry
However, at the same time, one eagle-eyed user claimed: “The sea silt in La Mer is patented so the ingredients will be different. You will never get the same formula from a cheaper option.”
But to this, Chloe later wrote: “Not all ingredients may be identical but if it’s a cheaper price then wooo!
“Not everyone has the same skin type, or same reactions! I’ve religiously bought Aldi skincare dupes and never had an issue and always had a positive experience with them!
“I’d rather try a somewhat dupe than pay £300+ on something that may have been a complete waste of money for my skin.”