While to some, browsing beauty counters is not their idea of a good time, it is absolutely mine, and SpaceNK has become my go-to spot for an effective under-£30 buy.
Home to some of the best foundations, shampoos, facial SPFs and long-lasting perfumes, I could happily get lost among SpaceNK's brimming shelves. Both in-store and online, you'll find popular and premium brands like Diptyque, Hourglass and even Augustinus Bader, but there's also a wealth of more affordable names, too - making it quite the one-stop for all your beauty-related needs. Indeed, there are so many budget-friendly gems just waiting to be claimed and having spent an afternoon strolling around the retailer's stylish new Bath location, I have compiled quite the list.
So whatever you're in the market for, be it an ultra-hydrating Korean face mask or new mascara, here are the affordable buys I would recommend.












Under-£40 honourable mentions
If you're wanting to spend a little more, I've also shared three more of my picks that are just over the £30 threshold, but are still worth considering for their efficacy, high-quality ingredients and, in Glossier's case, chic-smelling notes.


