We Cracked The Code On The $18 Hailey Bieber Smoothie. Here’s How To Make It For Under $5.

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The Hailey Bieber Strawberry Glaze Smoothie from Erewhon has become a cultural phenomenon, with its $18 price tag and celebrity skincare claims flooding social media. But what if you could enjoy this viral “skinfood” treat at home—without the Hollywood markup? We dove deep, decoded the ingredients, and sourced affordable swaps so you can blend up this beauty-boosting smoothie for less than $5 per serving.

What’s Really in the $18 Hailey Bieber Smoothie?

The Erewhon original boasts a long list of trendy, pricey ingredients:

Fresh and frozen strawberries
Almond milk
Avocado
Dates
Collagen powder
Coconut cream
Sea moss gel
Maple syrup and stevia
Coconut water
Vanilla

Some ingredients (like sea moss and high-end collagen) can drive up the cost fast. But with a few smart swaps, you can recreate the flavor, texture, and skin-loving benefits—without emptying your wallet1 2 3.

The Affordable “Dupe” Ingredients

Here’s how to get the same creamy, strawberry shortcake vibes for a fraction of the price:

Expensive Ingredient	Affordable Swap & Price Estimate (per serving)
Fresh Organic Strawberries	Regular strawberries, fresh or frozen ($0.75)
Almond Milk (premium)	Store-brand almond milk ($0.25)
Avocado	1/4 regular avocado ($0.30)
Medjool Dates	Store-brand or bulk dates ($0.20)
Designer Collagen Powder	Budget-friendly collagen (like Thrive Market, $0.60)
Coconut Cream (organic)	Aroy-D or Trader Joe’s coconut cream ($0.25)6
Sea Moss Gel	Skip it or use Double Wood’s affordable capsules ($0.20)5
Maple Syrup/Stevia	Just use dates for sweetness (already included)
Coconut Water	Optional, or skip for savings
Vanilla Extract	Generic vanilla ($0.10)

DIY Hailey Bieber Smoothie Recipe (Under $5)

Ingredients:

1 cup frozen strawberries ($0.75)
1/2 cup almond milk ($0.25)
1/4 avocado ($0.30)
2 pitted dates ($0.20)
2 scoops affordable vanilla collagen powder ($0.60)4
1 splash coconut cream for the cup ($0.25)6
1 tsp vanilla extract ($0.10)
Optional: 1/2 banana for extra creaminess ($0.15)
Optional: 1 capsule sea moss, opened and sprinkled in ($0.20)5

For the Strawberry Glaze:

1/4 cup strawberries, blended ($0.20)
1 tsp maple syrup (optional, $0.05)

Total Cost per Serving: $2.70–$3.00 (even with optional add-ins!)

Instructions:

Make the Strawberry Glaze: Blend 1/4 cup strawberries with maple syrup (if using) until smooth. Set aside.
Blend the Smoothie: In a blender, combine almond milk, avocado, dates, collagen powder, frozen strawberries, vanilla, and banana (if using). Blend until creamy and smooth1 2 3.
Decorate the Glass: Add a swirl of strawberry glaze and a generous spoonful of coconut cream to the inside of your glass.
Pour and Enjoy: Pour in your smoothie, top with extra glaze and coconut cream, and enjoy immediately!

Why This Dupe Works

Collagen Savings: Skip the $40+ celebrity brands—Thrive Market or Live Conscious offer high-quality collagen for less than $1 per serving4.
Coconut Cream: Aroy-D or Trader Joe’s coconut cream is rich, thick, and budget-friendly6.
Sea Moss: If you want the “skinfood” hype, Double Wood’s capsules or gel are a fraction of Erewhon’s markup5. Or, skip it—most home testers agree it’s not essential for flavor1 3.
Natural Sweetness: Dates alone provide plenty of sweetness, so you can skip extra syrups.

The Verdict

Making the Hailey Bieber smoothie at home isn’t just possible—it’s delicious, Instagram-worthy, and way more affordable. For under $5, you get all the creamy, strawberry shortcake flavor and skin-boosting benefits, minus the LA price tag.

So next time you crave that Erewhon experience, grab your blender and treat yourself—your skin (and your wallet) will thank you.

Have you tried this dupe? Share your results and tag us—let’s see those homemade smoothie masterpieces!

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