10 Items Priced at $20 or Below: Kristen Bell's Premiere Look for "Nobody Wants This" Was Elegant and Easygoing.

      Published on 20 October 2025

      (Image credit: Getty Images) The eagerly awaited second season of Nobody Wants This will be available on Netflix starting October 23. Last week, the star-studded cast, featuring Kristen Bell, Adam Brody, and Justine Lupe, celebrated the show's premiere in Los Angeles. While I thought everyone looked amazing at the red carpet event, Bell's subtle and slightly smoky makeup truly stood out. If you feel the same way, I have great news: you can recreate the entire look using makeup products that cost $21 or less. Indeed. Bell's makeup artist, Simone Almekias-Siegl, crafted her "super simple but classy" look using entirely affordable products. If this isn't proof that drugstore gems do exist, I don't know what is. Continue reading to see all 10 specific items.

      Versed Stay Liquid Eyeshadow in Poetic "I always begin my application on the eyes," Almekias-Siegl mentioned in a press release. "I applied Poetic with a hint of Mystic on her crease and edge to create a soft smoky effect. I adore the shade this combination created! It’s warm and flattering to her complexion. It also applies smoothly and doesn’t crease."

      Versed High Points Illuminating Stick in Baroque Next, Almekias-Siegl chose this cream highlighter. "I then used a touch of [the shade] Baroque under her brows to add a little highlight and on the center of her lid," she noted.

      Versed Day Lash Lifting and Defining Mascara in Black The final step in Bell's sleek and elegant eye makeup routine was a few swipes of this affordable mascara. "I love applying several coats to truly lift, lengthen, and define her lashes," Almekias-Siegl expressed. "This mascara does not clump!”

      Versed Smooth Skin Face Primer After finishing the eyes, Almekias-Siegl focused on her complexion. The first product she used was this skin-smoothing primer. "I applied a small amount of the Versed Face Primer on her T-zone only! I prefer to keep her skin looking natural rather than matte," she added.

      Versed Skin Solution Multi-Serum Skin Tint Foundation - SPF 40 "To even her skin tone, I chose the Skin Tint in shade 6O. This lightweight, creamy, buildable Skin Tint has the perfect texture for achieving a fresh, even complexion. It stays in place all day. I absolutely love it, and the added SPF is a bonus (especially for daytime use).”

      Versed Mood Lighting Luminizing Glow Drops Bronzer in Sheer Golden Bell's exceptionally dewy skin wasn't solely due to the skin tint, though. Almekias-Siegl combined a drop of these Glow Drops in Sheer Golden with the tint to achieve an even more "enhanced" appearance.

      Versed Skin Solution Serum Concealer in 4W "To eliminate any dark circles under her eyes and conceal redness around her nose and chin, I applied the Versed Serum Concealer in shade 4W. This creamy formula provides excellent coverage, leaving the skin looking flawless." The best part about this drugstore concealer? "It self-sets, so you don’t have to worry about creasing."

      Versed Warm Dimension Bronzer Stick in August Next, Almekias-Siegl used this cream bronzer to add dimension to Bell's dewy complexion. "This creamy formula is easy to blend and seamlessly integrates into the skin," she noted.

      Versed Shade Swipe Blush Stick in Pinch For blush, Almekias-Siegl selected Versed's Shade Swipe Blush Stick in the shade Pinch. "This versatile, buildable cream blush blends beautifully into the cheeks," she explained. "The formula is flexible, lightweight, and simple to layer."

      Versed Shade Swipe Blush Stick in Bloom "For my final step, I used [the] Blush Stick in Bloom for the lips," Almekias-Siegl said. "I applied it with my fingers for a soft lip color effect!”

      Kaitlyn McLintock is a Beauty Editor at Who What Wear, with a decade of experience in the editorial field. She has previously contributed to other leading publications, such as Byrdie, InStyle, The Zoe Report, Bustle, and more. She covers an array of beauty and wellness topics but has a particular passion for skincare content, whether it's writing about innovative treatments, exploring ingredient benefits, or testing the latest at-home skincare devices. After living in Los Angeles, California, and Austin, Texas, she has returned to her home state of Michigan. When she isn’t writing, researching, or trying out beauty products, she’s diving into her growing book collection or swimming in the Great Lakes.