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Affordable Beauty Finds Under $20
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items Okay, so i've tested a LOT of budget beauty products so you don't have to 😭 these are the ones that actually deliver and all under $20!
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Skincare
Make-up
my go-to makeup without spending too much 💕
these are affordable products that actually work & make your makeup look effortless!
grips your makeup so it stays all day! Def works x
Power Grip Primer - e.l.f. Cosmetics
super lightweight, blends easily, and works as a glow base, mixed with foundation, or on its own. it’s often compared to high-end products but way more affordable, which is why it’s so popular🫶🏻
Halo Glow Liquid Filter Complexion Booster | e.l.f. Cosmetics
lightweight but still covers dark circles and blemishes really well. it blends easily and gives that smooth, “your skin but better” look without feeling heavy, perfect for everyday makeup. Pairs well with the Halo Glow (elf)!
Best Skin Ever Concealer - Sephora
blends easily into skin and gives a natural, dewy glow without looking heavy or patchy.
Putty Cream Blush | e.l.f. Cosmetics
literally the best highlighter I’ve used. It gives a beautiful glow without looking glittery. I would repurchase this EVERY SINGLE TIME
MegaGlo™ Highlighting Powder | Precious Petals - Wet n Wild
blends effortlessly and never looks patchy! smells amazing too.😛
Murumuru Butter Bronzer - Physician's Formula
One of the most viral mascaras for a reason! It’s my most repurchased mascara, and I always come back to it.
Sky High Mascara - Maybelline
It has everything you need for soft glam or everyday looks in one palette.❤️
Ultimate Shadow Palettes | NYX Professional Makeup
non-sticky, comfortable, and comes in many shades. My everyday go-to.
Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss | NYX Professional Makeup
Kiko has the best lip products in the world!🙇♀️
Smart Fusion Lipstick - KIKO
Kiko for sure!
Lip Pencils & Lip Liners | KIKO
helps your makeup last longer without looking oily! One of the best out there.
Matte Makeup Setting Spray - NYX Cosmetics
Honestly, you can use either one or both, I don’t notice a huge difference. I usually go for the loose powder when I’m doing a full face because it sets everything so nicely, and I reach for the pressed one on the daily since it’s quicker but still l...
Loose/Pressed powder - e.l.f. Cosmetics
Skincare
everything I use for healthy, glowing skin ✨
This one removes makeup so easily, and there’s a version for every skin type so you don’t have to worry about breaking out.
Garnier Micellar Water in Face Cleansers - Walmart.com
This one is a bit better than the Garnier one, but also a little more expensive, still affordable though. It also comes in versions for every skin type, which I love.
Hydrating Facial Cleanser - CeraVe
Uhm, yes, this is a must-have if you want clearer, smoother skin. It helps reduce blemishes, control oil, and makes your skin texture look so much better.
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum for Oily Skin
Definitely needed, this really helps with bumps and that strawberry skin texture. Just make sure to use a moisturizer right after and stick to 2–3 times a week.🌸
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Hydrating Serum - The Ordinary | Sephora
Simple but so good. It does exactly what it’s supposed to do, and I love it overall.
Face Moisturizers | Sephora