BEAUTY NEWS: THE $80 FULL FACE THAT BROKE THE INTERNET (IN A GOOD WAY)

If you’ve ever found yourself spiralling down a TikTok rabbit hole of 20-step beauty routines featuring $100 serums and enough contour to chisel Mount Rushmore, you’re not alone.

But while the internet’s makeup mavens are layering serums like lasagne, MCoBeauty has quietly become the go-to for girls who want that flawless, glowy, “I woke up like this” face - without selling a kidney.

Yep, you can achieve a full face for under $80. And not “budget face” energy either. We’re talking products that actually deliver.

BOUGIE ON A BUDGET

We all get hypnotised by frosted bottles and luxury branding. The guilt hits later, usually when your Afterpay balance looks like your phone number.

But MCoBeauty’s mission is simple, to makie quality, cruelty-free makeup that feels luxe, without the markup. And honestly? They’ve nailed it.

Let’s start with the holy grail of multitaskers: the Blush & Go Cream Stick ($24). It’s the kind of product that earns a permanent spot in your bag - creamy, blendable, and perfectly tinted to double as both blush and lip colour.

For the “bougie broke” crowd, that’s an instant win. You can swipe it on your cheeks, dab it on your lips, and be out the door in under a minute.

THE GLOW THAT WON’T COST YOU YOUR RENT

Next up, say hello to your new sunlit bestie: the Super Glow Bronzing Drops ($12). This one’s a multitasking genius too. Use it as a bronzer, mix it with your moisturiser for an all-over glow, or dab it under foundation for that warm, sunkissed sheen that screams “just got back from Santorini” (even if you’ve been stuck at your desk).

The texture is light, the payoff is silky, and it gives your complexion that golden-hour filter without any effort. And for twelve bucks? That’s cheaper than your morning oat latte habit.

CORRECT, CONCEAL, CONQUER

Every great look needs a little polish — and that’s where the Instant Camouflage & Contour Concealer ($20) comes in.

Think of it as your pocket Photoshop. It blurs imperfections, evens tone, and doubles as a contour stick if you go a shade deeper.

The formula is creamy but not cakey, meaning you can layer it up without looking like you’ve just frosted your face. Perfect for hiding the evidence of your 3 a.m. “one more episode” decisions.

LASHES THAT LIFT AND LAST

Finally, let’s talk about the real MVP: MCoBeauty’s UltraCurl Lifting Mascara ($24). One coat and your lashes look curled, separated, and actually lifted — no crumbling, no smudging, no weird spider-leg situation.

It’s one of those products that makes you look awake even when you’re not. Pair it with a coffee and a decent concealer, and people will think you’ve got your life together.

THE BEAUTY TAKEAWAY

All up, this four-product lineup, blush, bronzing drops, concealer, and mascara, clocks in at just $80. That’s a full glam look for the price of one high-end foundation.

MCoBeauty has nailed the formula for the real world: affordable, fuss-free, multitasking products that do the job (and look good on your bathroom shelf).

Whether you’re a uni student juggling bills, a mum who wants to feel human before the school run, or just someone who loves a bargain that doesn’t scream “cheap,” this brand’s for you.

Because great makeup shouldn’t come with buyer’s remorse and your glow-up definitely shouldn’t need a credit limit.