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Budget-Friendly Beauty Must-Haves
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Kia Seastrunk
You don’t need a high price tag to get high-performing makeup. This list is packed with affordable favorites I keep in rotation—products that show up with solid pigment, smooth application, and reliable wear. From everyday basics to a few versatile s...
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Elf Cosmetics
 
Essence
 
Juvia's Place
 
Colourpop
 
NYX

Elf Cosmetics

Elf cosmetics must-haves

 
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If you want your makeup to stay in this heat, you need this
Power Grip Primer
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If you are looking for a medium-coverage concealer that offers a great variety of shades
Hydrating Camo Concealer
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Pairs well with the power grip primer
Power Grip Dewy Setting Spray
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I use this as a bronzer
Medium/Tan Halo Glow Contour Beauty Wand - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
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One of my fav eye creams that actually work
Holy Hydration! Illuminating Eye Cream - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
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Essence

 
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If you are looking for a pigmented shimmery shadow palette
Welcome to Sin City Eyeshadow Palette - Essence | Ulta Beauty
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Great mascara for your natural lashes
Black Lash Princess False Lash Effect Waterproof Mascara - Essence | Ulta Beauty
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Juvia's Place

 
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If you are looking for a very pigmented bronzer
Dark Bronzed Duo - Juvia's Place | Ulta Beauty
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One of my holy grail blushes
Vol 1 Blushed Duo - Juvia's Place | Ulta Beauty
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Be very careful when applying this because she is pigmented
Pinch Me Blushed Cream Blush - Juvia's Place | Ulta Beauty
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Colourpop

 
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Great as an eyeshadow topper and even better as a highlighter
Super Shock Shadow
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One of my favorite setting powders if you're on a budget
Translucent No Filter Loose Setting Powder
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NYX

 
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Best collection/variety of lip glosses
Butter Lip Gloss
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Your brows will be SET after using this
The Brow Glue Laminating Setting Gel
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One of my favorite and non-sticky clear glosses
Fat Oil Lip Drip Lip Oil
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A little bit on the red side but pretty pigmented
Buttermelt Pressed Powder Natural Finish Bronzer
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Add this to your setting spray collection and thank me later
The Face Glue Gripping Setting Spray
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