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Savvy Swaps: Our Best Picks for the Conscious Shopper
Forget about the price tag...
We recently did a luxe beauty wrap-up, where we told you the best products for elevating your vanity and beauty closet if you have a little cash to splurge.
But for our savvy, baddies-on-a-budget, we’re here for you, and we’ve got the 411 on the affordable vanity picks that’ll leave you looking and feeling like a million bucks, without the price tag that comes with it.
If you’ve taken a stroll down your local supermarket lately, you may have noticed just how huge the beauty aisle has become. With affordable, effective products as in demand as ever, it’s little wonder many beauty brands are choosing to launch directly into our grocery stores and seeing a high return on investment. We’re spoilt for choice these days, and with so many products constantly competing for our attention, we have the luxury of being able to pick and choose at will what we want to pop into our carts.
That’s where we come in. We’ve done the trial and testing on our moisturisers, our shower gels, lip products and more, and we’ve found the ones that punch well above their price tag, no luxury price tag required. Keep reading to find out more…
Header Image: Rimmel London

Advanced Care Triple Moisturising Body Wash
Dove
Price: $22.00
Hydrating and nourishing your skin should start in the shower, not afterwards. Dove’s triple moisturising body wash works instantly when applied to the skins surface to soften and replenish from deep under the surface for up to 24-hours. Powdered by 24hr Renewing MicroMoisture, it delivers millions of moisturising droplets that absorb int the skin to support your natural renewal process. At only $22 for 700ml, it’ll last you and your family weeks on end, even with consistent daily use. Talk about a good skin-vestment!

Gluta-Hya Serum Burst Lotion Dewy Radiance
Vaseline
Price: $10.99
This pretty-in-pink bottle burst onto the scene for Australia late last year and instantly went viral for its brightening skin effect (its 125k strong hashtag numbers doesn’t lie). Well known and loved in Asia, it’s most applauded for its quick-drying, ultra-nourishing effect on the skin without any greasy aftereffect, and with 10x more antioxidant power than regular Vitamin C, you’ll be ready to welcome the warmer months with the softest, glowiest skin of your life.

Whole Body Deodorant Spray Wild Rose
Rexona
Price: $12.50
Like your trusty Rexona spray deo, but better. Aluminium-free and deliciously freshly scented, Rexona’s newest whole body deodorant features patented Body Adapt Technology to stop odour before it even starts, not just for your armpits, but all over. Lightweight and gentle on the skin, it works best when paired with Rexona’s newest deodorant cream, so you can go about your day from gym to office with total peace of mind.

Passionfruit Shower Gel
The Body Shop
Price: $15.00
The Body Shop’s newest Passionfruit range is transporting us straight out of winter and into a summer fruit market. With notes of juicy passionfruit, a hint of peach, and a touch of fresh vanilla, this shower gel deeply cleanses the skin and leaves behind a fruity scent. Made with 92% ingredients of natural origin, you can rest assured your skin will be treated to nothing but goodness post-shower.

Triple Whitening Toothpaste Pink Marshmallow
Gem
Price: $12.99
This isn’t your average toothpaste. With science-backed ingredients that gently cleanse and whiten the teeth, this delicious paste includes an oral probiotic to balance the mouth’s microbiome with every cleanse. For those who love pink, it’s pink paste looks and tastes just like a soft marshmallow. We guarantee you’ll be excited about your next teeth brush after this.

Pro V Nutrient Blends Miracle Moisture Boost Shampoo
Pantene
Price: $17.99
Pantene going viral in 2025 was the haircare hack we’re adopted into our daily routines, and haven’t looked back on. Made with Pro-V Formula and Rosewater, Pantene’s Nutrient Blends range gently cleanses the hair from root to tip for the softest, shiniest hair of your life. The range has all-star claims, including 2x damage repair for colour or heat treated hair, as well as a sulphate-free formula for best preserving your hairs natural moisture. For an extra boost of hydration and the ultimate frizz-tamer, pair it with the Pro V Nutrient Blends Miracle Moisture Boost Conditioner and your hair will shine for days on end.

Smoothing Almond Oil Body Wash
MCoBeauty
Price: $25.00
Oil in the shower is a game-changer for soft, glowing skin without teh heavy-lifting of a moisturiser. MCoBeauty’s newest almond body wash transforms your daily shower into a spa-like ritual with a side-note of a delicious almond dessert. Simply lather a little into your palms (a little goes a long way), and drench all-over before rinsing off. It’s lightweight blend of Sweet Almond Oil, Vitamin E and Sunflower Seed Oil leaves the skin glowing and feeling nourished.

Lasting Finish Lip Liner Cappuccino 705
Rimmel London
Price: $12.95
Unless you’ve been living under a TikTok shaped rock, you would have seen Rimmel London’s cappuccino lip liner all over your FYP, and as a bold lover of rich, chocolatey lip-looks, we’re just as obsessed with this one as you are. Creamy, long-lasting and transfer proof, this pencil creates ultra precise lip shape definition with the ability to easily blend into the middle of the lips for a y2k bold lip combo. Pair it with Rimmel London’s Oh my Gloss Lip Oil in Clear Cloud for a glossy, chocolate-y finish.

Soft Serve Body Mist
Sundae Body
Price: $25.00
Like a delicate, rich dessert, Sundae’s newest body mist is the brand’s first-ever face and body spritz that’ll transport you to a caramel-filled, sweet-treat haze instantly. Its ultra-fine mist atomiser leaves a delicious aroma that lingers for long-wear use, leaving you wrapped up in delicious, toasty joy. With notes of thick caramel, pistachios, and vanilla bean, this mist is your new go-to for smelling good enough to eat.

Fructis Hair Drink Banana
Garnier
Price: $17.99
Every now and then, we’ll discover a hair gloss so good that we find ourselves constantly topping up when in-store, even if we have plenty at home – Garniers Banana Hair Drink is one of those products. Coming in under $20, this refreshing hair drink was made for a post-shampoo, pre-conditioner glossing, and is an absolute life-saver for those struggling with dry, frizzy ends and no solutions. Made with Lamellar technology and 97% naturally derived ingredients, it provides deep hair nourishment for a mirror-like shine, days after initial wash. Plus, it smells so good, you’ll almost forget it’s not actual food.

Conceal + Perfect 2-In-1 Foundation + Concealer
Milani
Price: $26.99
Savvy in more ways than just their price point, Milani’s 2-in-1 conceal and perfect is the perfect face base for those looking to set their face quickly. A make-up multitasker, it instantly blurs dark and puffy under-eyes as well as redness and pigmentation on the face. Its medium to full coverage finish means you can customise the look you’re going for on any given day, from natural to more glam, it’s totally unique to however you want to frame it. Coming in under $30, it’s a savvy must-have for your Spring-time routine.

Ultimate Tanning Mousse in Ultra Dark
Baddest Bod
Price: $39.95
Like its name implies, this tan will give you the baddest bod overnight – no UV rays required. This ultra-dark formula was designed for those who love to develop a rich, natural tan without that added scent or tackiness of your regular bottles (a must-have savvy swap for those looking to ditch the sun/salon for good). Its quick dry, streak-free application works best while you sleep for a deeply glowing, sun-kissed look so that come morning, you’re instantly ready to go. As winter comes to a close, we’ll be prepping our flawless tan routine with Baddest Bod so that by summer, we’re good to glow.

Comfort Glide White Tea Razor
Gillette Venus
Price: $18.00
For a razor-close shave, Gillette’s Venus range is your go-to. This 3-blade razor comes built-in with a lathering strip to coat the skin in soft, skin-loving nourishment so you can shave with total peace of mind. Its rounded head easily contours to anywhere on the body, hugging the skin and shaving even those hard to reach areas. Its White Tea scent leaves a lingering freshness that’ll have you feeling smooth, clean, and ready to take on the day.

BIAB Gel Nail Polish - Sheer Nude
OXX Cosmetics
Price: $6.00
If you’re after a stronger, healthier and more long-term solution to nail-care without the compromise of your favourite colours, BIAB is your newest beauty go-to. BIAB, or ‘Builder In A Bottle’, works to strengthen the natural nails by applying a thick, glossy coat over the top and sealing it in with a top-coat. Chip-resistant and safe to wear for up to 3-weeks of use, BIAB cures in just 90-seconds flat, giving you more time to live your life outside the salon.

Bronze Stick - Biscuit
OXX Cosmetics
Price: $6.00
If you haven’t made the switch to a cream bronzer yet, do your beauty routine a favour and swap it in this spring. OXX’s bronzing stick boasts a creamy, easy-to-blend formula that allows you to apply to the jawline and cheekbones with ease, blending it out to a naturally sun-kissed glow. Its delicate enough to allow you to work it up to a level you’re comfortable with, meaning you can keep it on-hand all year round and it’ll match your seasonal make-up looks. Our tip? Apply a little to your collarbones and blend out for an ultra-defined décolletage.

AgentSync
Price: $On enquiry
When we’re thinking savvy, we’re thinking beyond the products we use and into the lifestyle we lead.Founded by Jessica Whatman, AgentSync is an online business tool built for small and independent businesses looking to fix the juggle of an endless workload that we know all too well. AgentSync connects business owners with highly skilled virtual assistants, skilled in helping delegate workloads, reclaim their time, and scale sustainably. As the pressure to perform in today’s age only grows, outsourcing is a key growth strategy to differentiate your brand from the norm.
But don’t just take our word for it, founder of bohemian boutique La Bohème Lifestyle Stephanie Davies turned to AgentSync when the pressures of running a successful shop adn online business became almost too much to handle. After an in-depth analysis of Stephanie’s business needs, she was matched with a VA who immediately stepped in to manage her Shopify store, streamline customer service, and handle critical back-end operations. The result? Stephanie now has time to focus on her boutique’s strategy and growth.
With your business’s best interest at heart, AgentSync might just be the smartest gift you can give your entrepreneurial journey. More time, less stress, and a clear path to sustainable growth.
Enquire HERE to find a solution that’ll work best for you.
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