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The Affordable Glow Up
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This is skincare that loves your face and respects your wallet.
Sections
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Cleanser
 
Moisturizer
 
Serums
 
Sunscreen
 
Masks
 
Toner

Cleanser

Great affordable cleansers
 
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For sensitive skin. No fragrance. $6-8
Micellar Gel Wash Simple
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Oily or acne prone skin. Gets rid of blackheads
The INKEY List Salicylic Acid Acne + Blackhead Cleanser
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Peptides and hyaluronic. $7-9
Holy Hydration! Clean Freak Daily Cleanser - e.l.f. Cosmetics
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Moisturizer

Delicious moisture for under $20
 
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Collagen, antioxidants, and zero parabens. $17
Vegan Collagen Every Day Lotion SPF 30 - Pacifica
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Aloe, avocado oil, and texture that plays well under makeup. $15
Slam Dunk Hydrating Moisturizer for Normal & Dry Skin Types
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Moisture and SPF $16-18
Aveeno Positively Radiant Sheer Daily Moisturizer - SPF 30 - 2.3 fl oz
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Affordable moisturizer. Great brand
The INKEY List USA Omega Water Cream Oil Free Moisturiser
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Serums

Affordable serums that work
 
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targets fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven texture.
The Ordinary - Buffet Anti-Aging Serum
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This stuff is the holy grail for breakouts.
Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Oil Control Serum - The Ordinary
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Gentle retinol. Dermatologist approved
CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum - 1 fl oz
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Brightens. Lightweight. Perfect.
Weekend Glow
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Sunscreen

Great sunscreens for your wallet
 
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Lightweight gel. Like wearing water. $12
UV Aqua Rich Hydrating Facial Moisturizer with SPF 50 | Biore Skincare
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Makeup primer and sunscreen in one.
elf Cosmetics Suntouchable Whoa Glow Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen
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A lush, hydrating body sunscreen ($15) beloved for its glow and moisture
Classic Lotion SPF 30 Sunscreen - Vacation
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Reef safe. $10
Alba Botanica : Sunscreen
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Masks

Amazing masks that won’t break the bank
 
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Deep cleaning mask for acne prone skin. $13
The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Masque
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Starts as a gel and bubbles to a foam. Super fun.
Hydrating Bubble Face Mask
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Tackles blemishes without stripping your skin
SheaMoisture African Black Soap Tamarind Extract & Tea Tree Oil ...
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Use overnight. . Wake up plump, fresh, and ready. $12
Holy Hydration! Overnight Face Mask
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Toner

Here’s a beautiful list of budget-friendly toners (most under $15–$20) that balance, brighten, calm, or clarify
 
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cult favorite with glycolic acid, aloe, and ginseng to exfoliate + brighten. $18
4.2 oz Glow Tonic 5% Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Toner - Pixi
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Fades dark spots, balances tone $14
Good Molecules - 4.0 oz Niacinamide Brightening Toner
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Vitamin C-packed, refreshing citrus toner that brightens while keeping things clean and natural. $12-14
Brightening Clementine + Vitamin C Illuminating Toner
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OG classic. Gentle, soothing, and packed with aloe. $10-12
Thayers Witch Hazel Alcohol-Free Toner | 12 fl oz
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Eye cream

 
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Depuffs and cheap
The INKEY List USA Caffeine Eye Cream
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Fragrance-free, gentle, and especially great for sensitive and dry skin. Improves puffiness and darkness
CeraVe - Eye Repair Cream for Dark Circles & Puffy Under Eyes
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Peptides, squalane, shea butter, and plant extracts in a lightweight cream that hydrates, de-puffs, and brightens. Works well under makeup and doesn’t irritate sensitive eyes.
Star Dew
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