Nothing feels like it's inexpensive anymore…even drugstore brands are entering the $15-$20+ price range! Sometimes, I just want to treat myself guilt-free, so I'm compiling my favorite drug store “treats” that are still under $10 in this economy!
It's only $4, feels better than a lot of the luxury lip balms out there, and the scents are fantastic. My personal favorite is peach. Also very compact and will fit in most every purse or even a big wallet.
e.l.f. Squeeze Me Lip Balm - Strawberry - 0.21oz
Under $9 at most retailers, and while it may feel silly, it's great to cool down during a hot day. I always have this in my bag, and my mom-friends love it to cool down their kids after some playground time or long times in the stroller.
Travel Size Natural Mineral Water Facial Spray - Evian Mineral Spray | Ulta Beauty
There's something that feels really decadent about applying your skincare with a brush (I usually apply face masks and sometimes serums with brushes). For under $10 for this entire set, you'll be fully stocked for a DIY spa night.
EcoTools Hydro Glow Skincare Brush Kit - 5pc
Unsure if I'll call this a dupe just yet for the Makeup by Mario version, but at $7 it's one of the better skincare infused lippies I've tried. I'll keep testing to keep you updated on whether or not it reaches real dupeness.
I have many colors of these, and they're great as both lip liner and matte lipstick. Feels more luxurious than its $8 price tag but a really nice way to experiment with color.
MaybellineSuperstay Ink Crayon Lipstick - Own Your Empire - 0.04oz: Matte Finish, 8-Hour Wear, Precision Tip, Nourishing
Tonymoly face masks are the ultimate treat yourself with no guilt. At Target, they're under $4 and at some K-beauty retailers, they're as low as a $1 a pack! All different varieties, doesn't irritate skin, nor do many of their masks use harsh ingredi...
TONYMOLY Aloe Face Sheet Mask - 0.74oz
Don't laugh, but I'm a sucker for Bath & Body Works lotions and sprays, and their travel ones are $9. They also run so many sales that a lot of the time, they're CHEAPER than that. I also love that they carry so many different scents, and I feel ...
Vanilla Romance Travel Size Ultimate Hydration Body Cream | Bath & Body Works
It's giving Dibs baked bronzer launch, except it was here first and it's only $9…
Milani Baked Bronzer - Dolce, 0.25 Ounce
I am, what you may call, obsessed with this stuff. $7 on Amazon, and $10 at Target. There's a quad of more colors for $13 on Amazon too. Just sayin'
Revolution Beauty Reloaded Highlighter, Dare
I know bubble baths aren't everyone's thing, but I love how shimmery this one is. It's also probably the cheapest thing at Anthropologie at $9 so, I feel bougie buying it. Definitely treat territory.
Sunday Rain Rose Bubble Bath
Literally everyone is coming out with a glow oil now, which makes me regret shelling out the bigger bucks I did for versions from Nuxe (and Tom Ford). This oil looks like a promising dupe, and a little treat at $10 a bottle.
Tree Hut Tropic Glow Shimmer Body Mist - 5.2 fl oz
Once again, the mask wins. Hand masks are great “everything shower” moments. I have really dry cuticles so I love these! Only $5from Sephora! When is anything $5 at Sephora anymore?
Hydrating Hand Mask in Coconut + Mango
Where I live in SoCal, matcha lattes cost close to $10 each, so I'm giving myself the little luxury of at home matcha lattes with this powder. A much better deal at $8 per bag, and a little goes a long way.
Jade Leaf Organic Japanese Matcha Culinary Green Tea Powder for Smoothies, Lattes, and Baking, .7 oz (20 Servings)
It's like Rhode but WAY cheaper
the super peptide glossy lip treatment
One of the better budget serums that's cooling and brightening without breaking the bank!