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Budget Baddie: Makeup Must Haves 💋

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Budget Friendly Baddie Makeup Recs to fit your budget & lifestyle
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Budget Friendly Makeup Must Haves

 
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Beautiful skin that won’t break the bank. This budget-friendly gem delivers rich hydration without the hefty price tag. With ingredients like hyaluronic acid and peptides, it keeps your skin feeling plump, soft, and nourished all day. Perfect for all...
Face Moisturizer | Face Cream - e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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This stuff works wonders to make foundation last all day!
Poreless Putty Face Primer | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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Power Grip Primer with 4% niacinamide is a STAPLE in my daily makeup routine!
Power Grip Primer | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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My allergist recommended this to me because of the eczema around my eyes. It was so painful and made me look about 10 years older. I promise when I tried the vanicream samples they gave me…there was a huge difference overnight! And within days it van...
VANICREAM - Moisturizers | Ulta Beauty
 
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e.l.f.’s setting spray is a true lifesaver for keeping makeup fresh all day without the shine. I love it because it locks everything in place without feeling heavy, giving a natural finish that lasts. If you’re looking for affordable staying power, t...
Makeup Setting Spray, Face Mist & Powder - e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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This setting spray is a great option at a great price!
Make It Last Original - Natural Finish Setting Spray - Milani Cosmetics
 
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Great color correction coverage
Face Concealer & Color Corrector Makeup | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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I love a concealer that brightens without looking heavy, and this one nails it. It’s perfect for those days when I want a touch of glow under my eyes or around the cheeks, and it’s super easy to blend. I recommend this for anyone who loves a bit of r...
Born To Glow Radiant Concealer | NYX Professional Makeup
 
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I use the orange one for color correction 😌
L.A. Girl : Face Concealer : Target
 
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Awesome makeup brush set for an amazing price!
e.l.f. Full Face & Eye Makeup Brush Set With Travel Case - 12pc
 
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Beautiful makeup brushes for about $32 for the entire set.
Luxe Premium Makeup Brushes Set for Face and Eye - 14psc, Black
 
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The e.l.f. Precision Sponge Blender is my go-to for flawless blending without the hefty price tag. It’s perfect for everything from foundation to concealer, with a shape that fits every contour of your face. If you want that airbrushed finish, this s...
Precision Sculpting Makeup Sponge | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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I swear by this foundation when I want a smooth, matte finish that looks like skin, not makeup! It’s affordable and delivers an even tone without the cakey feeling, making it perfect for everyday glam. If you’re looking to feel polished without spend...
Maybelline Fit Me Foundation - Target
 
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Awesome budget friendly foundation with good coverage.
Pretty Fresh Foundation - ColourPop
 
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Buildable coverage in several shades at a very affordable price
Soft Glam Foundation - Medium Coverage - e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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Full coverage that’s fully affordable
Foundation Makeup & CC Cream | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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Perfect bronzer that melts into any skin tone perfectly
Baked Bronzer | Milani Cosmetics
 
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This highlighter is smooth, creamy, and easy to blend
Supercharged Highlighter Multistick
 
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If you want your eyeshadow to last long & sit nicely on your lids, check this out.
Eyeshadow Primer | Eye Primer and Brightener - e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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Love this liquid blush and a little goes a long way.
Camo Liquid Blush | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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Awesome blush colors that will match any skin tone.
Blush Products & Powders - Milani Cosmetics
 
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I absolutely LOVE this eyeshadow palette. It’s perfect to create an everyday look.
9T Neutral Territory Artistry Palette
 
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These shadows are my favorite for when I want color that pops on melanin-rich skin! They’re super pigmented, blend easily, and come in every shade you could dream of—perfect for creating bold or subtle looks. I recommend them because they make experi...
Pressed Powder Shadow - ColourPop
 
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Love the pigments in this eyeshadow palette
Milani Gilded Mini Eyeshadow Palette - Whiskey Business - 0.17oz
 
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Pretty palette without spending an arm or a leg
Maybelline The Blushed Nudes Eye Shadow - Palette 20 - 0.34oz
 
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Legit good quality that could pass for high end eyeshadow.
Bite Size Mini Eyeshadow Palette - Travel Size | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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Great water proof eyeliner at an affordable price
Liquid Eyeliner & Eyeliner Pencils | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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Absolute must have for perfect brows! Even more perfect for all you goddesses who are keeping a close eye on their budget, like me 😉
Clear Brow & Lash Mascara
 
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Perfect for filling in your eyebrows and won’t break the bank!
Best Eyebrow Pencil - Instant Lift Brow Pencil | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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My secret for lifted, defined lashes that last all day. It adds incredible curl and volume without clumping, giving your lashes that perfect flutter. For an affordable mascara that truly delivers, this one is a gem!
Lash 'N Roll Curling & Lifting Mascara | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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This mascara is everything for adding volume and length without clumping. It makes my lashes look fuller and opens up my eyes in just a few swipes—perfect for any makeup look. I recommend it because it gives a big lash look without the big price.
Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara - Target
 
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This lip crème gives a beautiful matte finish that’s soft and non-drying, with colors that pop against melanin-rich skin. It’s my favorite for when I want a matte look that’s comfortable for hours. I’m recommending it because it’s a rare combo of qua...
Black Radiance : Lip Makeup - Target
 
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These glosses are so smooth and hydrating, giving that juicy shine without the stickiness. They’re my go-to for a quick swipe of color that feels comfortable and looks gorgeous. I love them because they’re affordable, flattering, and come in so many ...
Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss | NYX Professional Makeup
 
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Love these lip oils and it’s at a budget friendly price
Fruit Fetish Lip Oils - Milani Cosmetics
 
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Creamy and luscious at a decent price point
Keep It Full Nourishing Lip Plumper
 
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This lipstick is a game-changer for long-lasting color that doesn’t dry out your lips. I love how it holds up through eating, drinking, and everything in between without budging! I’m recommending it because it’s perfect for anyone who wants bold lips...
Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick - 0.17 Fl Oz - Target
 
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Pinky out is my fav color on these lipies
Pout Clout Lip Plumping Gloss Pen | e.l.f. Cosmetics
 
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You can never go wrong when it comes to quality at a good price point when it comes to E.L.F
Glow Reviver Lip Oil