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My Favorite Affordable Skincare Picks
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items Great skincare doesn’t have to be expensive. These affordable finds are easy to use, dermatologist-loved, and perfect for anyone building a solid daily routine on a budget
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Cleansers under $15
Serums & Treatments (Under $20)
Moisturizers
Sunscreen (under $25)
Cleansers under $15
A dermatologist-loved foaming cleanser that balances oil and removes impurities without stripping or irritating the skin
Toleriane Purifying Foaming Facial Wash
Infused with oat milk and niacinamide, this gentle, fragrance-free cleanser is great for sensitive or redness-prone skin types.
Pure Skin Face Cleanser For Sensitive Skin
A nourishing balm that melts away makeup, sunscreen, and buildup with oat kernel oil and colloidal oatmeal — ideal as a first cleanse.
The INKEY List USA Oat Cleansing Balm
A creamy, non-foaming cleanser with ceramides and hyaluronic acid that gently removes dirt while keeping your skin barrier strong and hydrated. Perfect for normal to dry skin.
Hydrating Facial Cleanser: Skin Refresh
Serums & Treatments (Under $20)
Deeply hydrates and plumps the skin using multiple molecular weights of hyaluronic acid. Great for all skin types needing moisture.
The Ordinary | Clinical Formulations with Integrity
A cult favorite for clearing pores, balancing oil, and improving uneven tone — all while staying gentle and affordable.
The Ordinary Niacinamide
A powerful brightening serum that helps minimize large pores and reduce redness while improving texture and clarity.
Niacinamide Serum 12% Plus Zinc 2%
An ideal starter retinol — helps smooth fine lines, boost collagen, and improve skin texture without heavy irritation.
The INKEY List Retinol Anti-Aging Serum - Sephora
Moisturizers
A rich, dermatologist-developed cream that delivers 24-hour hydration with ceramides and hyaluronic acid to restore the skin barrier.
Deep Hydration Moisturizing Cream - Skincare
Lightweight yet nourishing, this cream hydrates and brightens with hyaluronic acid and peptides — a great budget dupe for luxury moisturizers
Holy Hydration! Face Cream
Free of dyes, fragrance, and parabens — a simple, dermatologist-approved formula ideal for sensitive or reactive skin
Vanicream™ Moisturizing Cream for Dry, Sensitive Skin
This cult-favorite gel cream delivers a burst of hydration with hyaluronic acid and absorbs quickly for a smooth, fresh finish
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel & Oil-Free Face Moisturizer
Sunscreen (under $25)
A silky, broad-spectrum sunscreen that provides powerful UV protection without leaving a white cast. Great for daily wear
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra Light Fluid Facial Sunscreen SPF 60
Lightweight, hydrating, and fragrance-free — a great everyday sunscreen that feels like skincare.
Bondi Sands SPF 50 Fragrance Free Face Sunscreen Lotion | 2.53 FL OZ | Suncare
A gentle, mineral-based sunscreen formulated with ceramides and niacinamide for sensitive or dry skin
CeraVe Sunscreen and SPF Moisturizers | Skincare
A glowy SPF that doubles as a primer — gives skin a subtle sheen while protecting it from sun damage
Elf Suntouchable Whoa Glow Makeup Primer with SPF 30