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Student Budget Beauty: 21+ Wallet-Friendly Sephora Make-Up Picks
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Ace your look without failing your budget! This list rounds up over 21 student-friendly makeup must-haves from Sephora — affordable, high-quality staples to keep you fresh and confident every day.
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Face Essentials
 
Eyes on a Budget
 
Lips Under $20
 
Tools & Extras
 
Cheeks & Glow
 
Setting & Refreshing

Face Essentials

 
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Covers late-night study circles without creasing. Tip: Dab with your finger for quick touch-ups.
SEPHORA Bright Future Gel Serum Concealer 03
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Cult-favorite primer in a travel-friendly size. Note: Keeps makeup on through long lectures.
Mini Hydro Grip Hydrating Makeup Primer - MILK MAKEUP
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Affordable glow in a mini bottle. Tip: Mix into foundation for subtle radiance.
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Mini Positive Light Liquid Luminizer
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Lightweight, buildable coverage at a drugstore-like price. Note: Great shade range for students on a budget.
SEPHORA COLLECTION Best Skin Ever Liquid Foundation
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Eyes on a Budget

 
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Creamy liner that stays put. Note: Comes in fun colors for quick looks.
SEPHORA COLLECTION 12 Hour Colorful Contour Pencil Eyeliner
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Compact version of the classic palette. Tip: Perfect for dorm rooms or travel.
Mini Naked3 Eyeshadow Palette - Urban Decay
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Build your own palette for less. Note: Often on sale.
Single Eyeshadows
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Student-friendly size of a cult mascara. Tip: Lasts a semester if used daily.
Roller Lash Mini - Super-curling & lifting mascara
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Iconic volume in a budget mini. Note: Great for nights out.
Mini Better Than Sex Volumizing Mascara - Too Faced
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Lips Under $20

 
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Long-lasting color under $15. Tip: Huge shade selection.
Cream Lip Stain Liquid Lipstick - SEPHORA COLLECTION
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High shine in a mini tube. Note: Pocket-friendly for class.
Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer
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Non-sticky, glossy finish. Tip: Clean ingredients, student safe.
ShineOn Lip Oil Jelly
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Sheer color + hydration. Note: Great for no-makeup days.
Balmy Tint Hydrating Lip Balm
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Tools & Extras

 
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Pro quality at an affordable price. Tip: Works with liquid or powder.
PRO Foundation Brush #56 - SEPHORA COLLECTION
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Compact brush for on-the-go touch-ups. Note: Fits in a pencil case.
Small Blush Brush
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Control shine between classes. Tip: Under $10.
Blotting Paper, Oil Absorbing Sheets & ...
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Quick groomed brows without the splurge. Note: Transparent, universal hold.
SEPHORA COLLECTION Shape & Set Clear Eyebrow Gel
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Cheeks & Glow

 
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Pigmented blush at a student-friendly price. Tip: One dot per cheek does the job.
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Mini Soft Pinch Liquid Blush
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Easy cream bronzer in travel size. Note: Natural finish.
breezy cream cheek duo
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Affordable blushes and bronzers in many shades. Tip: Great for building a custom kit.
Colorful Face Powders – Blush, Bronze ...
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Setting & Refreshing

 
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Keep makeup fresh during long study days. Note: Budget mini size.
Urban Decay All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray
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Affordable mist to lock in makeup. Tip: Use before and after makeup for extra hold.
SEPHORA COLLECTION All Day Makeup Setting Spray
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