For the last few months I have really been into trying some budget friendly products. Through Instagram I have seen a lot of bloggers talking about products from Trader Joe’s that are extremely budget friendly, but also amazing. Basically I’m looking for the most bang for my buck.
I will start by talking about the Shea Butter and Coconut Oil Hair Mask. I heard about this product through Stylin by Aylin. She is always raving about this product so I had to try it. I will say I am not someone to go on and on about a product unless I really like it, but this product I haven’t stopped talking about. The smell alone makes it worth buying. Imagine the most amazing coconut tanning oil scent… that’s what it smells like. The first time I used it I was blown away. I have pretty wavy hair that gets very big and dried out looking when I blow-dry it. The first time I used this hair mask I was in shock. My hair was softer and the texture was different than it normally is. After I blow-dried it, it was much straighter than usual. It was a very pleasant surprise.
Now I use it a couple times a week. I especially like using it after I have a day at the beach.
My rating: ★★★★★
Price: $3.99
Next up is the Shea Butter and Coconut Oil Hair Serum. After I had bought the Hair Mask, I had come across the serum on another trip to Trader Joe’s. I thought, hmm this is worth a try, even if it’s just for the smell.
I really like this product. My hair frizzes very easily when it’s humid. Recently, I was in the Keys with my family and the nights were humid. After showering and getting ready to go out to dinner, the last thing I want is for my hair to poof up. This was the first time I had tried this product and I was very happy with the results. It’s a lightweight product so my hair didn’t feel greasy or heavy. It just smelt great and frizz was not a problem. Also, it does add a very nice shine.
My rating: ★★★★
Price: $3.99
The next product worth mentioning is the Moisturizing Face Lotion with SPF 15. Normally I buy the Neutrogena Face Lotion with SPF 15, but the price point was so good, I figured it was definitely worth a try.
There isn’t much of a difference between the two brands in my opinion. The Trader Joe’s brand is slightly thicker, but it is not heavy at all. I like that it has an SPF and my skin has been feeling extra soft since using it. In fact, I have both brands and I have been consistently using the Trader Joe’s brand.
My rating: ★★★★
Price: $3.99
Ok, so this product I came across randomly during a Google search for something unrelated. I came across an article that says its basically a dupe of La Mer. Being skin-obsessed, I recognized the brand La Mer right away. I have read about it in articles and how celebrities such as Beyonce, Blake Lively, Kim Kardashian, and Chrissy Teigen are said to be obsessed with it. So of course when I saw this I was immediately intrigued that I could possibly have a similar product for a fraction of the cost.
Long story short, I really like this product. I have never used La Mer, so I have nothing to actually compare it to, but the consistency is different from anything I have ever used, so I liked that. Also, it is very moisturizing. I put it all over my face and neck before I go to bed and sometimes I mix it into my moisturizer during the day.
My husband likes it because it is not greasy feeling and absorbs quickly. He likes it over face oils.
I have been happy with the way my skin looks when I wake up since I have been using it. It looks brighter and healthier than I remember.
My rating: ★★★★
Price: $8.99
All of these products are worth trying, and for the price, you don’t have to feel guilty about buying them.
Does anyone have any beauty products from Trader Joe’s that are worth sharing? ♥︎
City of Chic 