Here is my updated 2026 list of holy grail budget friendly beauty items! This list is under construction but I wanted to share what I have so far. Please be patient with me while I update this list, thank you!
Sections
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Lips
Face
Eyes
Skin Care
Brushes & Tools
Lips
A good alternative & affordable dupe for the Dior Lip Plumping Gloss.
A good alternative & affordable dupe for the Dior Lip Plumping Gloss. I like adding this as a top layer with the L'Oreal Infallible Lipstick for a glossy finish.
I have been loving this non-transfer proof lip tint serum. This is a staple in my lippie purse rotation. I have it in 4 colors to match my various outfits!
Paradise Paradise-Hyaluron-Tint-Lip-Stain-Serum
I have been loving this non-transfer proof lip tint serum. This is a staple in my lippie purse rotation. I have it in 4 colors to match my various outfits!
I have been loving this non-transfer proof lip tint serum. This is a staple in my lippie purse rotation. I have it in 4 colors to match my various outfits!
This is my favorite redness eraser product & I've tried a bunch! This is perfect if your skin is typically on more on the red side. This primer is a great base layer for any makeup routine!
I've been loving this pink setting powder to set my liquid/cream makeup to help set my makeup with a blurring effect so that my powder makeup gives a more flawless finished look.
Glittery lavender waterproof eyeliner pencil. I like to use this for both eyeliner & eyeshadow!
Epic Wear Waterproof Eyeliner | NYX Professional Makeup
Bright pink liquid eyeliner
Vivid Brights Liquid Eyeliner | NYX Professional Makeup
Glittery cream eyeliner pencil that can be used for both eyeliner, eyeshadow, or as highlighter for your inner eye makeup
Vivid Rich Mechanical Pencil | NYX Professional Makeup
Liquid glittery rose gold eyeshadow with an easy applicator & it dries quickly!
Liquid Eyeshadow:Ultimate Glow Shot | NYX Professional Makeup
Liquid glittery gold eyeshadow with an easy applicator & it dries quickly!
Liquid Eyeshadow:Ultimate Glow Shot | NYX Professional Makeup
Mini rose gold eyeshadow pallet
Elf Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow – 29924
Rose gold eyeshadow stick for easy eyeshadow application.
No-Budge Shadow Stick - Elf Cosmetics
Pink eyeshadow stick for easy eyeshadow application.
No Budge Shadow Stick
Gold eyeshadow stick for easy eyeshadow application.
No-Budge Shadow Stick - ELF Cosmetics
Waterproof lash glue - my favorite drugstore lashglue. I've been using this for a few years now & it's the only lash glue currently in my makeup rotation.
KISS Strip Lash Adhesive – Clear
Skin Care
After trying a bunch of different ingrown hair treatments, this has been by far the best! Its super easy on your skin & doesn't leave any residue on your skin. This bottle may be small, but because a little goes a long way, it lasts a long time.
Smoothing Solution Ingrown Hair Treatment - Roll On Product
My favorite facial spray to help calm my skin when its feeling irritated.
Fix All Recovery Spray | Hypochlorous Acid Skin Spray
I love using this after I use a makeup wipe to get the excess makeup off my face that a makeup wipe may have missed.
Garnier Micellar Water Hydrating Facial Cleanser & Makeup Remover - Basic Cleansing - 23.7 fl oz
My favorite makeup remover wipes! They're soft on my skin & easily removes makeup with one wipe.
The Face Shop Rice Water Bright Vegan Cleansing Wipes - 50ct
I prefer this light oil cleanser to the Anua cleansing oil. It's easy on my skin & one bottle lasts a long time.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil Korean Skincare Soothing and Gentle Oil Cleanser for Makeup Impurities Removal - 200ml
I know this is a foaming face wash, but I've only used this to clean my makeup brushes
Garnier SkinActive Micellar Foaming Face Wash, 6.7 OZ
I love using this at least once a week to clear the blackheads & excess sebum from my nose.
Hero Mighty Patch Nose - 10ct
I love using this face patch set to clear my pores. There is a noticeable difference between the before & after!
Hero Mighty Patch Face - 5ct
I have been loving this to help reduce redness caused by acne. I saw a noticable difference after a few hours had gone by. This is a game changer for my red skin girlies!
ITK Skincare Blemish Acne Spot Treatment with 0.5% Salicylic Acid + Tea Tree Oil for All Skin Types, 0.5 oz
Brushes & Tools
This eyebrow kit is great for easily trimming your & plucking your eyebrows.
On Point Eyebrow Kit
I love using this brush to blur my powder makeup for flawless application.
Powder Blurring Brush
My favorite beauty blender for all my liquid & cream makeup needs!
Total Face Sponge Duo
This was the perfect replacement for my dual-sided eyebrow brush.
Precision Dual-Sided Eyebrow Brush
I've been using this large contouring brush for years for powder contour & bronzer.
Contouring Brush
The perfect small concealer brush for small touchups.
Essentials Small Concealer Brush
Affordable liquid blush brush
Camo Liquid Blush Brush
I've tried a few different triangle puffs but this is by far my favorite! They also last forever so this 6PC set will last forever! I like to make these last longer by washing them on delicate cycle in my washing machine.
