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My All-Time Fav Products | Affordable Skincare, Makeup, Clothing + More!

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These are my most used products that I recommend to everyone! As a college student, I am always on the hunt for affordable, yet amazing products and this is a list of just that!
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Skincare, Haircare, and more

My everyday skincare and haircare essentials! I couldn't live without these products!

 
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The BEST lip repair for dry/cracking lips. This product saves my lips during the winter season!
Lip Medex - Medicated Relief
 
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This product keeps your dark eye bags to a minimum with this hydrating under eye stick! I don't like putting many skincare products near my eyes, but something made for your eyes is a perfect way to take care of all parts of your face!
soothing under eye stick
 
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If you struggle with acne, you need to try this! I have struggled with acne my whole life and this product significantly helps with large pimples and helps me prevent acne scars.
ITK Skincare 2% Salicylic Acid Spray Acne
 
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Sunscreen is a MUST! I use this mist every time I go outside. It doesn't bother my face or ruin my makeup like most sunscreens. This face mist is great!
Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Mist 3.4oz
 
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My favorite non-scented moisturizer!
CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion, 12oz
 
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Vanilla Cashmere is the best scent! If you want to smell good and hydrate your skin, this is the product for you!
eos Body Care Collection | Lotion, Shave Cream & More
 
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This brush is PERFECT if your hair gets tangled easily like mine! It doesn't pull out your hair and is pain free. Highly recommend to all. Would even be great for kids!
FHI Heat UNbrush Detangling Brush - DuoFlex
 
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If I use heat on my hair, I use this! Great and affordable heat protectant!
Hairitage Heat Protectant Spray - 6 fl oz
 
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The best leave-in conditioner! It smells amazing and leaves my hair feeling great too!
Marc Anthony Leave-In Conditioner Spray

Makeup

The best makeup items I have ever used! I keep going back to these items for everyday use!

 
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The best mascara I have ever used. Doesn't clump or smear, lengthens your lashes, and gives your lashes volume. Seriously can not recommend this product enough!
L'Oreal Paris Telescopic Lengthening Mascara
 
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My favorite, everyday foundation! So easy to apply and provides the perfect amount of coverage for me. I have never had issues with clumping, rubbing off, etc.
Maybelline Fit Me Shine-Free Matte Foundation Stick
 
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This is a great, affordable liquid blush. Rose is my fav color!
Profusion Cosmetics Blush Hour Liquid Blush Rose (Cool Pink)

Subscriptions

I love a good subscription service and these are affordable, yet great ones! I love trying new things and these allow me to try new things every month!

 
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LOVE LOVE LOVE! Take your quiz and get sent products for you! I subscribe to the glam bag. This is a perfect way to try 5 new products each month. I couldn't recommend enough!
IPSY
 
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This is a great way to try out new perfumes/colognes monthly. I have used this subscription for over a year now and have loved trying new scents each month.
Scentbird

Clothing

My most worn pieces in my closet! I love comfy and affordable clothing that still makes me feel cute!

 
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The comfiest shoes for working out, running, or going to work in! There is so many fun colors to choose from too!
Clifton 10 Women's Running & Walking Shoes
 
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The only jeans that fit me like a glove! I am 5ft tall and have such trouble finding jeans short enough for me, but still fit me around my waist. Aeropostale has a large selection of height and sizes, which is game changing for a petite person like m...
Women's & Teen Girls Jeans | Light & Dark Washes
 
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Cheap, comfy, lounge shorts. I sleep in these, work out in these, and run errands in these shorts. Under $8 and hold up great. I have 3 pairs now, bought 2 of them a couple years ago, and have no complaints!
Athletic Works Women's and Women’s Plus ButterCore Soft Performance Gym Shorts, Available in 1, 2 and 5-Pack, Sizes XS-4X - Walmart.com
 
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A great, affordable sports bra with a little more coverage than most. It can be worn as a tank top as well!
Avia Women's Medium Support Square Neck Sports Bra, Sizes S-XXXL - Walmart.com
 
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4 for $25, how can you say no! I got 4 tank tops over a year ago and have worn them probably every week since I got them. These are definitely the most worn pieces in my closet. Simple tank tops, but versatile, cute, and comfy!
Tops 4 for $25 | Tillys
 
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I have these shoes in 4 different colors, that how much I love them! I find them stylish, comfy, and can match any outfit! I am wearing my brown pair in my profile picture actually!
Womens Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Lugged High-Top Sneaker - White
 
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I know, I know… these are known as basic shoes, but I can't help but love them! They are comfy, cute, and easy to put on. If I am running late, these are the shoes I am grabbing!
Nike Air Force 1 Shoes. Nike.com
 
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I love these leggings! I have 2 pairs of the black and wear them weekly in the cooler months!
Leggings - Women's Clothing