Temu Haul Review: What’s Hot and What’s Not

I recently bought lot of stuff from Temu that had everything from fashion finds to budget gadgets—and let me tell you, it was a mixed bag (literally). Here’s the full breakdown of what’s worth buying and what to skip, so you don’t waste your time or money.

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🔥 What’s HOT

1. Oversized Graphic Tees

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½

Soft, true to size, and trendy. I paired mine with biker shorts and it gave total Pinterest-girl energy. Plus, they wash well and the prints don’t fade.

Style tip: Size up for a real oversized fit.

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2. Makeup Brush Set (20 pcs)

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Surprisingly high quality! The bristles are soft, no shedding, and they look sleek on a vanity. Comparable to sets 3x the price.

Best for: Beginners or backup travel kits.

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3. Acrylic Makeup Organizer

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Perfect for a vanity glow-up. It looks more expensive than it is, and fits a ton of products. One drawer was slightly stiff but loosened over time.

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4. Foldable Travel Mirror with LED Light

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

This one surprised me. Lightweight, USB rechargeable, and actually bright. Great for touch-ups on-the-go or keeping in your travel bag.

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5. Silicone Heat-Resistant Mat (for Hair Tools)

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Simple but super useful. Protects your counter and keeps flat irons in place. A small thing you’ll end up loving daily.

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🚫 What’s NOT

1. Sheer Button-Up Cover-Up

Rating: ⭐⭐

Looked cute online but was way too thin and wrinkled easily. Felt more like tissue paper than clothing.

Verdict: Skip and invest in a better beach cover-up.

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2. “Name Brand Dupe” Sneakers

Rating: ⭐⭐½

They looked okay from a distance but felt plasticky and uncomfortable after 20 minutes of wear. Not made for long walks.

Tip: Stick to name brands when it comes to shoes.

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3. Velvet Hair Clips Set

Rating: ⭐⭐

Pretty in photos, but the clips were weak and didn’t hold hair well. Most snapped after a few uses.

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4. Wireless Mini Speaker

Rating: ⭐½

Sound was tinny and volume was low—even in a quiet room. Not worth even the low price.

Better alternative: Spend a little more on an Amazon mini speaker instead.

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Final Thoughts

Temu is a fun, budget-friendly place to discover trendy items, but not everything is a win. I recommend sticking to:

Fashion basics

Makeup accessories

Storage/organization items

And skipping:

Electronics

Certain fashion dupes

Ultra-cheap accessories

If you're smart about what you pick, a Temu haul can totally be worth it!

Also checkout my Soccer haul from Temu , I was amazed to find those products as such reasonable rates!