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Fav makeup products under $20
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items these are some of my favorite amazing quality makeup products that are affordable. They are all $20 or less and i've put them each in least to most expensive order (unless there's a sale)
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primers for oily skin
primers for dry skin
foundation for oily skin
foundations for dry skin
concealers for oily skin
concealers for oily skin
primers for oily skin
Its good for leaving a matte look on oily skin and it leaves the skin so smooth
Partners In Prime Photo Focus Face Primer - Wet n Wild | Ulta Beauty
Out of both the elf primers this is my fav for oily skin! it makes your foundation look so smooth! it lasts pretty long and has a cooling feel to it. It has a bit of a tacky feeling
Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
i love this primer since it’s so good. it lasts so long it’s one of the best and it makes your makeup look so good
Power Grip Primer - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Another primer that it so good for making your skin look so smooth and even while lasting a pretty long time
0.67 oz Pore Filler Blurring Face Primer - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
primers for dry skin
it contains aloe so it has a really nice cooling effect while being hydrating for the skin. it works best for sensitive skin.
Stay Cool Primer Stick - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
this primer works well with any skin type because of the way that it grips on to your makeup and how well it works with foundation
Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide
super underrated primer for dry skin since it hydrates so well and it makes your makeup last so long
Supercharged Dewy Skin Primer - Milani | Ulta Beauty
foundation for oily skin
it’s really good for a drugstore foundation, it can actually last all day it just doesn’t have many shades
Hard Candy Glamoflauge Full Coverage Foundation, 1507 Natural
this one’s is so underrated since not many people talk about it but it’s one of the cheapest i’ve seen and it’s still so good especially with a good primer
Soft Beige PhotoFocus Liquid Foundation - Wet n Wild | Ulta Beauty
If you’re looking for a foundation even more affordable then this one is still great and cheaper. It leaves a matte finish, lasts all day and it’s decent for oily skin.
Natural Beige 220 Fit Me Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
another amazing cheap option from this brand and if i had to pick one of the three this is def my fav!! It lasts all day and it has amazing coverage, it’s one of the best drug store foundations in my opinion
105 Natural Beige Infallible Pro-Matte Liquid Longwear Foundation - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
I would say it’s def one of my favs since many of the loreal foundations are good but it has really good buildable coverage!!
480 Radiant Sand Infallible Up to 32 Hour Fresh Wear Foundation - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
foundations for dry skin
Its so hydrating and it leaves a medium coverage but there are very few shades
Fair Bare Focus Tinted Hydrator Tinted Skin Veil - Wet n Wild | Ulta Beauty
it has a medium amount of coverage, a luminous and smooth finish while being lightweight and it lasts so long!
Classic Ivory Fit Me Dewy + Smooth Foundation - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
it has a light to medium coverage but a luminous finish, its very lightweight and really good ingredients for skin!
F4 Skin Silk Serum Foundation - Revolution Beauty | Ulta Beauty
It leaves such a nice and natural illuminating finish while also being so good for your skin. Its so underrated in my opinion.
Revlon Illuminance Skin-Caring Foundation - Natural Ochre - 1 fl oz
It is so glowy, lightweight and it lasts so long but it can somtimes enhance some dry spots for some skin types
220 Super Stay 24H Skin Tint + Vitamin C - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
This new formula works so well with dry skin since it hydrates so well but it is on the higher price range than the rest
Medium 11N Lightform Extended Hydration Foundation - Morphe | Ulta Beauty
concealers for oily skin
it works really well with oily skin since it tends to be on the drier side than most and its lightweight but without a good primer it can crease
035 Deep Fit Me Natural Finish Concealer - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
another great price and quality since it has a good amount of coverage and it’s lightweight
Nude Ivory Conceal + Perfect Longwear Concealer - Milani | Ulta Beauty
this concealer literally melts into your skin, blends so well and doesn't end up lookin cakey.
095 Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circle Treatment Concealer - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
sdef my fav, such good coverage, it doesn't budge at all, and it lasts so long! its a tarte shape tape dupe for sure.
370 Biscuit Infallible Full Wear Waterproof Concealer - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
concealers for oily skin
its a full coverage concealer by covering instantly and correcting blemishes and scars. it lasts pretty long, its very hydrating, and it leaves a very natural finish.
Best Skin Ever Full Coverage Multi-Use Hydrating Concealer
Its one of my favs! such a good concealer, it so good to cover everything on your face
Light Bare With Me Hydrating Face & Body Concealer Serum - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
it has a thick consistency, really good coverage, and its very hydrating Since its from a skincare brand, its a skincare infused concealer so its amazing for your skin
145 Radiant Skin Brightening Serum Concealer - TULA | Ulta Beauty
it has a thin consistency that gives you a light to medium coverage that looks very natural so it works well with skin tints to have a smooth base.
Best Skin Ever Multi-Use Hydrating Glow Concealer
Blushes
A little bit of a gold shimmer so it doesn’t work great for skin that has a lot of texture or acne, otherwise it looks so good on the skin and leaves it looking so pretty.
Peach Bums MegaGlo Makeup Stick Blush - Wet n Wild | Ulta Beauty
Its a very pigmented blush that lasts so long on the face while leaving it looking so gorgeous and it has some glitter to it.
Peach Perfect Camo Liquid Blush - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
This blush leaves a more subtle glow on the skin as its more radiant than glowy. It has a good amount of pigment and its pretty easy to work with.
20 Mauve Fit Me Blush - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
If you aren’t really into makeup or just don’t like wearing too much this blush is very easy to use as they are very light, it looks really good with very light to no makeup.
House of Hur - Moist Ampoule Blusher Mini - 9 Colors | YesStyle
It has shea butter in it and its a very hydrating blush so its great for dry skin. It leaves a little of a sheer look as it leaves a pretty glass skin look but it has a good amount of pigment while it also blends onto your skin.
Lucky U Instant Crush Lip & Cheek Balm - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
This leaves a very sheer dewy look that is so good for a natural makeup look especially if you don’t feel like wearing a lot or any makeup. They aren’t too pigmented, pretty buildable, super thin and lightweight and they blend onto your skin so well.
Coral Crush Cheek Kiss Cream Blush - Milani | Ulta Beauty
It has a glowy shine so it also doesn’t work great for skin with a lot of texture or acne since it can emphasize it. It leaves a blurring look on the face so it makes it look like a filter.
Berry Amore Baked Blush - Radiant Powder Blush - Milani | Ulta Beauty
This dewy formula leaves a pigmented dewy look to your skin while also being super easy to blend out and it lasts so long
605 Dewy Bright Pink Lumi Le Liquid Blush - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
This blush is perfect for a natural look as it leaves it dewy, it also doesn’t leave your makeup patchy, and it applies seamlessly
BeachPlease Lip + Cheek Dewy Cream Blush
contours
Its super bendable and buildable as its a very creamy and smooth. They tend to leave a warmer look, the highlighter is also really good but it doesn’t have a lot of shades.
Medium/Tan MegaGlo Dual-Ended Contour Stick - Wet n Wild | Ulta Beauty
It leaves a very nice natural glow without any glitter or sparkles, Its super easy to blend out, and it doesn’t dry super fast but it can get patchy on certain skin types.
Fair/Light Halo Glow Contour Beauty Wand - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Its a super creamy formula that is so easy to blend and apply, it has a cool undertone that helps create more definition, and it doesn’t end up looking patchy. It also has a really good highlighter so its a 2 in 1 product.
Rich Wonder Stick Cream Highlight & Contour Stick - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
bronzers
This bronzer is super buildable and it leaves such a nice natural sun kissed glow to your skin. But this bronzer can vary depending on how you use it because it needs to warm up a little to work better so applying it with your finger and then blendin...
Bronzed Belle Putty Bronzer - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
My fav! its so amazingly smooth and its so easy to blend. Its long lasting, it leaves a silky blurred finish, and doesn’t feel too dry on the skin. Its so pigmented and they have so many shades.
Butta Biscuit Buttermelt Pressed Powder Natural Finish Bronzer - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
This leaves such a natural bronze flush to the skin without looking orange, it isn’t too pigmented and its super easy to build it up and blend onto your skin as its so soft and smooth.
ColourPop®: Shop Silver Strand Beach - Golden Bronze | Bronzer
Its such a good creamy formula and its quality is so good as it melts onto your skin as it leaves the perfect definition to your face and it blends so nicely. It lasts a really long time and its one of my favs for beginners at makeup.
Spilling Tea Cheek Kiss Cream Bronzer - Milani | Ulta Beauty
This is such a buttery and creamy formula that is super easy to blend out and it leaves such a natural bronze on the skin but be careful what brush you use since it can fallout.
Deep Bronzer Butter Bronzer Murumuru Butter Bronzer - Physicians Formula | Ulta Beauty
highlighters
It leaves a very natural look as it adds a very subtle shine and glow to the skin. It’s not a very bright glittery look, it leaves more of a natural sheen to the face.
Be My Sunlight 40 Pure Nude Sunlighter - Essence | Ulta Beauty
This is a good highlight when being new with makeup its so easy to use and a little bit goes a long way. The shades are so pretty, the golden one has such a pretty subtle golden shine to it, and the lighter one has a beautiful champagne color.
Blossom Glow MegaGlo Highlighting Powder - Wet n Wild | Ulta Beauty
My fav! Its such an underrated highlighter, its kind of a dupe of benefit highlighter. Theres such beautiful shades and they all look absolutely beautiful not the skin, it lasts so long but the lid tends to break so you have to be really careful.
Make An Impact Highlight Reloaded - Revolution Beauty | Ulta Beauty
One of my favs! Its a cream powder formula that melts onto your skin and it lasts all day as it doesn’t budge or move your makeup. All the shades are so pretty.
Flexitarian Super Shock Highlighter - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
This is more of a subtle and smooth highlighter as it leaves a smoother shine and glow on the face.
Champagne D'Oro Baked Highlighter - Milani | Ulta Beauty
this highligher makes the skin look absolutely beautiful as it makes it look so pearly and a little goes a long way with how reflective it it.
lilybyred - Luv Beam Glow Veil - 4 Colors | YesStyle
eyebrow products
One of the cheapest yet so good for its price! Its great for filling in your brows and also for defining since its at a middle ground size wise. It lasts all day and it makes your brows look so good.
Neutral Brown Instant Lift Brow Pencil - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Another one of my favs! so good for how cheap it is! Its so good to use to get those fine hair strokes and to fill out your eyebrow as well. It leaves you brows looking so natural with how it blends with your brows.
Ash Brown Ultimate Brow Micro Brow Pencil - Wet n Wild | Ulta Beauty
Its super fine and its amazing at creating hair like natural strokes, its waterproof so it lasts all day. But you have to be careful with the strokes because since its very thin the color pen can break off.
Auburn Brow Stylist Definer Waterproof Eyebrow Pencil - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
One of my favs! The tip of the pencil is small so it makes it so easy to get those precise natural hair strokes. Its so good for every day use and it doesn’t run out as fast as others.
Taupe Micro Brow Pencil Vegan Eyebrow Pencil - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
Another one of my favs! It looks like your eyebrows are laminated with how good it looks and they do not move all day. You have to be careful and make sure to do one brow at a time since it dries really fast.
Ardell Lamilift Brow Glue Ardell Brow Lamination
It is a little bit harder to get used to using this type of product but the brows stay in place so nicely and it has a dryer finish. It can flake a little but not as bad as others.
Soap Brow - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Its one of my favs its so good and underrated in my opinion, it lays the brows so well and lasts so long. But it can get kind of hard to use and messy since its a pretty wet formula.
Glued Brow & Edge Gel - Got 2b | Ulta Beauty
If you're looking for something more intense this is the one. Its is more of an intense brow gel that makes it look like you got your brows laminated all day.
Clear Brow Laminating Gel - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
This brow gel keeps your eyebrows in place all day but still leaves a natural soft feathery look.
Clear Super Lock Brow Glue Waterproof Eyebrow Gel - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
mascara
My fav its such a good mascara! The wand is perfect, it doesn’t clump at all and it gets every single lash, it also holds the curl so well. I put both the orange or green one since they are both amazing.
COVERGIRL LashBlast Volume Mascara - 805 Black - 0.44 fl oz
My fav, Its such a good mascara! The wand is perfect, it doesn’t clump at all and it gets every single lash, it also holds the curl so well. I put both the orange or green one since they are both amazing.
COVERGIRL Clump Crusher Extension Mascara - Black - 0.44 fl oz
The wand of this one is so good that it makes the lashes look so long its amazing def one of my top fav mascaras and its so underrated. It lasts so long and it doesn’t end up looking like panda eyes after a while.
Blackest Black Voluminous Butterfly Mascara - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
A really good mascara since it makes the lashes look so nice and so pretty long, it doesn’t flake and the waterproof version is amazing as it will not budge.
Brownish Black Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
The wand is so nice and It makes the lashes look so long but its not for volume its for length. By itself its really good but its amazing when its layered with another mascara because my itself its a little too wet.
Blackest Black Telescopic Original Washable Mascara - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
This is such a good mascara for volume but not the best for length. It so good because it doesn’t flake or clump most of the time when most volumizing mascaras do.
Very Black Lash Sensational Firework Waterproof Mascara - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
Its such a good mascara for both volume and length while also adding some curl to the eyelashes. It gets every eyelash but the waterproof version is the best so that it doesn’t weigh down your eyelashes.
Black Voluminous Panorama Waterproof Mascara - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
powders
its my fav! it works almost the same as high end powders. Its so good and it leaves the skin looking so nice while lasting a long time. Its good for any skin type but it works best for oily skin
Translucent Photo Focus Loose Setting Powder - Wet n Wild | Ulta Beauty
This powder is a dupe of the huda beauty powder and its one of my favs for people with dry skin. It leaves the skin super smooth and leaves a bright under eye. it also lasts all day!
Dark Fit Me Loose Finishing Powder - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
This powder blurs out and its locks your makeup for such a long time and its very lightweight. Keep in mind, it’s just a smaller size so it wouldn’t last as long.
Banana Conceal + Perfect Blur Out Powder - Milani | Ulta Beauty
I love this powder and i wish it was more known. It locks your makeup in place and it leaves your face looking so smooth for such a long time.
Kimchi Mini Puff Puff Pass - JCPenney
This powder makes it look like there’s a filter on your face with how smooth it ends up looking. It lasts a decent amount of time and its very lightweight.
Tan Warm Halo Glow Powder Filter Pressed Powder - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
This is one of my fav powders especially for people with oily skin! It blurs your makeup so well, controls the oils and locks the makeup in place
Brightening Light Pink Infallible Blur-Fection Longwear Loose Setting Powder - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
Def not talked about enough! This powder leaves a really nice glow but matte look on your face and it lasts a pretty long time.
Jason Wu Beauty Ready Set Matte Powder, Color: Translucent - JCPenney
setting spray
This is such a good setting spray since it locks your makeup in place pretty good without setting powder but its one of the best with setting powders since it doesn't smudge at all.
2.02 oz Matte Finish Long Lasting Makeup Setting Spray Vegan Formula - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
This setting spray works great with oily skin since it doesn't make your face oily and it keeps your makeup on
2.03 oz Make It Last Original - Natural Finish Setting Spray - Milani | Ulta Beauty
One of my fav setting sprays since it leaves a very natural finish and it lasts so long while not smudging from sweat and its transferproof. It leaves a pretty matte look locked on your face.
Infallible 3-Second Setting Mist Spray - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
This leaves a very matte look on your makeup and leaves no shine. Its a very lightweight setting spray, its transfer proof and it lasts pretty long.
Superfix Misting Spray - Revolution Beauty | Ulta Beauty