Full Face Makeup Routine Under Rs. 10,000
A complete 6-step face — primer to lips — built entirely from real, currently-priced TopShelf products, with a running total so you know exactly what you're spending.
A full face doesn't require a full paycheck. Using real, currently listed prices from Maybelline, L'Oréal Paris, and NYX on TopShelf, here's a complete six-step routine — primer through lips — that comes in comfortably under Rs. 10,000, with a running total so you can see exactly where the budget goes.
The Routine, Step by Step
| Step | Product | Price | Running Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Primer | Maybelline Baby Skin Instant Pore Eraser Primer | Rs. 1,999 | Rs. 1,999 |
| 2. Base | L'Oréal Paris Infallible 24H Matte Cover Foundation | Rs. 2,199 | Rs. 4,198 |
| 3. Concealer | Maybelline Fit Me Concealer | Rs. 2,399 | Rs. 6,597 |
| 4. Mascara | L'Oréal Paris Lash Paradise Mascara | Rs. 2,299 | Rs. 8,896 |
| 5. Eyeliner | NYX Epic Smoke Liner, Vegan Smokey Eyeliner | Rs. 999 | Rs. 9,895 |
| 6. Lips | NYX Butter Lip Gloss | Rs. 1,799 | Rs. 11,694* |
*Six full-size products lands just over Rs. 10,000. Swap NYX Butter Lip Gloss (Rs. 1,799) for a Maybelline Lifter Lip Liner (Rs. 999) to bring the total to Rs. 10,894, or skip the standalone concealer and use extra foundation coverage to land closer to Rs. 9,295 for a genuinely complete five-step face.
The Rs. 8,000 Version: Five Steps, Tighter Budget
| Step | Product | Price | Running Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Base | L'Oréal Paris Infallible 24H-Matte Mattifying Foundation | Rs. 2,499 | Rs. 2,499 |
| 2. Eyes | Maybelline Colorshow Eyeshadow | Rs. 1,150 | Rs. 3,649 |
| 3. Mascara | NYX Worth The Hype Volumizing Mascara | Rs. 2,399 | Rs. 6,048 |
| 4. Brows | NYX Powder Louder Brow Pencil | Rs. 2,399 | Rs. 8,447 |
| 5. Lips | Maybelline Lifter Lip Liner / Contour | Rs. 999 | Rs. 9,446 |
How to Cut This Down Further
If your budget is tighter than Rs. 8,000, the two easiest cuts are skipping a standalone eyeshadow (using a brow pencil or liner to define eyes minimally) and choosing a tinted moisturizer or BB-cream-style base instead of separate foundation and concealer. Mascara and a base product are the two items worth prioritizing if you're forced to choose — they affect the whole look the most per rupee spent, while eyeshadow and brow definition are easier to skip on a low-budget day.
Why Mixing Brands Beats Buying One Brand's Full Range
Both routines above intentionally pull from all three brands rather than sticking to one, because each brand has a category it does best — L'Oréal Paris for long-wear base, Maybelline for reliable lips and basics, NYX for pigmented color and liner. Building a routine this way consistently produces a better-performing full face for the same total spend than committing to a single brand across every step.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these exact prices guaranteed?
Prices reflect current TopShelf listings at the time of writing and can change with promotions or stock updates — check the product page for the latest price.
What's the single most important product to splurge on?
Foundation or base makeup affects the whole look the most, making it the product worth prioritizing if your budget is tight.
Can I substitute any of these products with a different shade or finish?
Yes — the routine is built around product type and price tier rather than one specific shade, so swapping within the same product line for your shade match won't meaningfully change the total.
Sources & Verified Links: TopShelf Pakistan — Makeup Collection