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Must-Have AFFORDABLE Skincare

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Nice skin at an affordable price? Sign me up! These are products I've tried and loved as I've worked to find my PERFECT skincare routine.
 
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This is my daily non-negotiable serum! It helps keep my skin hydrated and feeling so soft. Not only does it work, but it's SO affordable. Win, win!
Good Molecules Hyaluronic Acid Serum | Ulta Beauty
 
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This was the one product I added to my skincare routine that made a VISIBLE difference in how bright and glowy my skin was! I put this on every morning after washing my face, before my moisturizer!
Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner | Ulta Beauty
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This is my tried-and-true facial cleanser! I love the CeraVe brand and their versatile options for cleansers that fit your skin type.
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser | Ulta Beauty
 
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I use this as the first step in my double cleansing routine. It helps to loosen up all the leftover makeup on my face before going in with my actual cleanser. It's a great dupe for more expensive brands, but I love that it's affordable and accessible...
Prequel Pre-Gleanse Nourishing Oil Cleanser
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This milky toner makes my skin SO glowy and smooth. It's the perfect base before I put on the rest of my makeup every day.
BYOMA Hydrating Milky Toner | Ulta Beauty
 
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I like using this product at night before bed. It's gentle on my skin, but I still feel like it does its job overnight.
The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid* 2% Emulsion | Sephora
 
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This was one of the first cleansing balms I ever used and it's one that I rebuy again and again. It helps dissolve my makeup and is the perfect first cleansing step in my double cleansing routine. Bonus points that it's available almost anywhere and ...
e.l.f. Cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm
 
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This toner feels so good on my skin and is the perfect prep step before putting on my makeup.
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow PHA + BHA Pore-Tight Toner | Sephora
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I use this facial cleanser daily, paired with the Prequel cleansing oil. This glycerin cleanser makes my skin feel SO hydrated and smooth. If you need an acne-fighting version, Prequel also sells this cleanser with salicylic acid.
Prequel Facial Gleanser Cleanser
 
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Living in Arizona, a face SPF is a MUST before I go out for the day. I love BYOMA's sunscreen because it feels light on my skin and works well under my makeup. I also love that it's SPF 50, so my skin feels very protected.
BYOMA Ultra-Lightweight Face Fluid SPF 50
 
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I love to put on under-eye patches while I'm making my coffee and getting my morning going. These are affordable and work so well to brighten up my tired under-eyes while I'm getting ready in the morning.
MEDIHEAL Retinol Collagen Eye Ampoule Patch
 
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Vitamin C is a crucial step in my morning skincare routine. I love the way it helps even out my skintone and texture. It can be hard to find an affordable vitamin C serum that works, but I love this Bubble product.
Bubble Day Dream Vitamin C + Niacinamide Tone & Texture Serum
 
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I like using this Glycolic Acid toner before bed. Not only do I use this on my face, but I use it to treat the small bumps that I get on the backs of my arms. I love that I can grab this versatile toner for under $15.
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toning Solution
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I keep this spray handy in my gym bag to put on after my workouts. A few sprays help to clear up any bacteria and sweat on my face and prevent breakouts without drying out my face.
Peach Slices Fix All Recovery Spray for Acne Treatment, 4 fl oz