If there’s one trend we’re here for, it’s dupes. While we love to treat ourselves every once in a while with a pricier product we’ve maybe had our eye on for a while, dupes, or affordable alternatives to more expensive products, are more realistic for everyday use and often work just as well as the OG high-end option. And, many of these dupes are waiting for you to try them in the stores you would least expect. One perfect example? Costco! Costco is known for having lots of name brands in bulk sizes for great deals, but this isn’t limited to your groceries/food items; it pertains to beauty and fashion items as well! Even more, they have some options in their beauty and apparel aisles that are not name brand, but compare very similarly to high-end, name brand products (aka dupes). Keep reading for the best Costco dupes of your favorite beauty and fashion brands.
Are Costco’s beauty and fashion items good?
In short, yes! Costco has a wide selection of beauty products stocked up in their aisles (as well as online), that include both a mix of name brands and off-brands (like Costco’s in-house brand, Kirkland). Majority of their selections have high-quality ingredients, work well overall and sell at an impressive price.
As far as their fashion selections, these also have a great reputation among Costco shoppers and reviewers. Many compare some of their athletic apparel to name brands like Lululemon and Aritzia, and they even have Ugg dupes that have gone viral on social media. Those who have tried these fan-favorites claim they’re shockingly similar to the OG name brand products, feel soft and luxe, as well as are super affordable.
The best days to shop at Costco
It always helps to have some insider shopping tips before you head to the store to check out these dupes. While you’re pretty much guaranteed to get a good deal no matter when you go to Costco, there are a few times of the week you can find even better deals. As far as clearance sections go, it’s been said that the best day of the week to shop at Costco is on Monday, as many sales end on Sunday and therefore, Monday will have new markdowns.
Ultimately though, every Costco warehouse is different and will have different markdowns, such as “manager markdowns,” that won’t necessarily be a store-wide sale at all locations or online. We suggest you start paying close attention to the markdown signs on your next Costco trips to see if you notice any pattern with days you shop and specific sales.
The 5 best Costco beauty and fashion dupes
Keep reading for our favorite Costco beauty and fashion dupes for more expensive, high end products.
Kirkland Signature Hair Regrowth Treatment Extra Strength for Men: Dupe for Rogaine Men’s Hair Treatment Solution
If you suffer from hair loss and thinning hair, you’re likely already familiar with Rogaine, the leading name-brand Minoxidil solution. While many swear by minoxidil for hair growth, Rogaine can be a bit pricey. This trial size Rogaine Men’s Hair Treatment Solution costs $60.99 for just three 2 fl. oz. bottles. But at Costco, they sell essentially the same exact formula (both are 5% minoxidil topical solutions), Kirkland Signature Hair Regrowth Treatment Extra Strength for Men, but it costs just $17.99 for six 2 fl. oz. bottles (!!). A strong start to the best Costco dupes!
Kirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo: Dupe for Pureology Hydrate Shampoo
While we love a luxe moisturizing and hydrating shampoo for our dry hair, we don’t love having to spend $37 for just one 9 fl. oz. bottle — which is what you’ll spend on the popular Pureology Hydrate Shampoo. Thankfully, many who have tried Kirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo say it’s a great dupe for Pureology’s version, and costs a fraction of the price for more than triple the size — $11.99 for 33.8 fl. oz. to be exact.
However, one word of caution: some say that ever since Kirkland reformulated the shampoo, it’s not as similar as the OG formula was to the Pureology shampoo. But it’s still worth giving a shot in our opinion for that deal!
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Nutrius Brazilian Body Butter Cream: Dupe for Sol de Janeiro body creams
The Sol de Janeiro body creams have a cult-following, and for good reason: they truly do smell incredible, and are so soft and smoothing on. However, they do cost $48 for one tub. Not to fear, Costco sells a dupe for the body creams — and it costs just $24.99 for two tubs! Nutrius Brazilian Body Butter Cream is a great dupe for those wanting a similar scent to Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream and Sol de Janeiro Bom Dia Bright Cream, but don’t want to break the bank.
@sincerelyyoursnatalie Nutrius body lotion and body wash from Costco is an amazing dupe for Sol de Janeiro. #costcofinds #dupes #soldejaniero
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Izod Ladies’ Strap Sandal: Dupe for Birkenstock Gizeh Sandal
A comfortable sandal is a must, but paying $99 for a pair is not. Enter, one of our favorite Costco dupes: Izod Ladies’ Strap Sandal, $21.99, a dupe for Birkenstock Gizeh Sandal. Not only do they look similar in style, with both having a thick, thong strap design, but they are both so comfortable for everyday wear as well.
Kirkland Signature Unisex Shearling Slipper: Dupe for Ugg Tasman Slipper
Ugg Tasman Slippers went viral a couple of years back for their chic design and easy slip-on style, and everyone wanted to get their hands on a pair, but they unfortunately cost $110. Costco came out with a similar version to the Ugg style, Kirkland Signature Unisex Shearling Slipper, that costs $25, a quarter of Ugg’s price. Both have similar color schemes and a geometric trim, and are both warm and cozy for fall and winter.
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