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Luxury Results, Drugstore Budget - Skin Care and Hair Care That Won’t Break the Bank

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Expensive skincare and hair care isn’t always better. After trying products at every price point, these are the affordable gems that consistently outperform their cost. If you want the most bang for your buck, start here.
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Face Favorites

 
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My favorite drugstore cleanser for acne-prone skin. Helps keep pores clear without leaving my face feeling stripped or tight. Perfect for texture and acne prone skin and gentle enough to use daily.
Renewing SA (Salicylic Acid) Cleanser | Face Wash - CeraVe
 
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Leaves skin feeling SO soft in the morning. Honestly my go to day or night. I have not used a better moisturizer.
PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion - CeraVe
 
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Use to spot treat acne, and as a preventative. I put it on my acne prone spots before moisturizer and rarely ever get acne anymore.
Amazon Basics 10% Benzoyl Peroxide Gel
 
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Lightweight, absorbs quickly, and with consistent use makes skin brighter, helps with uneven skin tone, and leaves you looking glowy. 10/10
Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% Antioxidant

Body Favorites

 
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Great for bumps on arms and legs, doesn’t smell great but you can go over it with a scented body wash
SA Body Wash for Rough & Bumpy Skin - CeraVe
 
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Great if you have bumpy skin on your legs or arms, use under a deep moisturizer for best results.
Roughness Relief Cream, Fragrance Free Body Cream Dry Skin
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The best deep hydration, a little pricey for the list but 100% worth it. You can use it over a daily moisturizer to lock in the hydration, and a little goes a long way.
Moisturizing Cream - CeraVe
 
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Dupe of the Truly Beauty after shave oil, works really well for reducing ingrown hairs. Keeps skin hydrated and glowy.
Fruit Cake Smoothing Shave Oil

Hair Favorites

 
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Perfect for after styling to keep your hair moisturized, shiny, and frizz free.
Nexxus Styling Hair Care Hair Oil Repair & Nourish
 
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Lightweight, so it doesn’t leave hair greasy, works as a leave in conditioner, heat protectant, and detangler. It does really well at controlling frizz and you only need a couple sprays so it lasts a long time.
Miracle Rescue Multitasking Spray
 
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I have multiple shampoos on rotation but this one helps to prevent and repair any damage I may get from using heat. Lathers up incredibly well and just feels good overall. Since using I’ve notice a decrease in split ends and breakage.
Dove Damage Therapy Intensive Repair Shampoo
 
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Used once a week to prevent buildup. Smells good and doesn’t make your hair feel completely stripped and dried out.
L'Oreal Paris Clarify Sulfate Free Shampoo
 
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Seals the end of your hair making it look super smooth. Great for frizz and doesn’t weigh down your hair.
Bond Protein Repair Sealing Serum - OGX Beauty
 
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Incredibly priced glossing mask, lasts through several washes, and makes hair look and feel super smooth
L'Oreal Paris Sulfate Free Glossing Hair Mask