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Bougie On A Budget: Holy Grail Beauty Products Under $20

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Don't break the bank on beauty products! There are tons of high quality options at affordable prices. Here are some of my faves.
 
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Maybe a bit of a boring pick but she's widely available and loved for good reason. A classic!
Original Lip Therapy Lip Balm - Vaseline | Ulta Beauty
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I love these bite-sized eyeshadow palettes so much. They're great for travel or for someone who tends to do the same eyeshadow look every day. If you're on a budget or just want to avoid hoarding makeup when you use the same 3 shades over and over, y...
Cream & Sugar Bite Size Eyeshadow Palette - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
 
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I bought this brow product once in college and I've never looked back. This is a classic!
Neutral Brown Instant Lift Brow Pencil - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
 
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Brush cleaning made cheap and easy! And this is your sign to clean your brushes ;)
Silicone Brush Cleaner - J.Cat Beauty | Ulta Beauty
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Budget friendly SHIMMER! This holds its own even against higher end products. Such a payoff!
Golden Flower Crown MegaGlo Highlighting Powder - Wet n Wild | Ulta Beauty
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These nails are amazing! Long lasting, classic, and beautiful.
Olive & June Press-On Fake Nails - Oval Medium - Velvet - 42ct
 
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TWO lip glosses for $9?! YUP.
e.l.f. Squeeze Me More Lip Balm Duo - Cherry & Bubblegum - 2ct
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Get your hands on this viral scent for CHEAP
eos Mini Body Lotion - Vanilla Cashmere - Travel Size - 2.5 fl oz
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There are soooo many different Tree Hut scrubs. All of them are super affordable and a great way to elevate your shower experience.
Tree Hut Coco Colada Shea Sugar Coconut Body Scrub - 18oz
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This lip oil is THAT GIRL. Affordable af, quite the shade range, and high quality!
e.l.f. Glow Reviver Lip Oil - Pink Quartz - 0.25 fl oz
 
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The key to a good makeup look is all about the base…and trust me, this primer makes a great base.
e.l.f. Power Grip Primer Mini - Iridescent - 0.5 fl oz
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This is *the* drug store mascara. It's available pretty much every where and sooo so good!
Maybelline Colossal Bubble Mascara - Blackest Black - 0.33 fl oz
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Don't buy any other nail polish at the store besides essie. The shade range is too die for. Beyond that, though, the polish actually lasts. Worth the $10 to say the least!
essie Salon-Quality Vegan Nail Polish - Ballet Slippers - 0.46 fl oz
 
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A whole eyeshadow palette for $9??? YUP. Sign me up! Regardless of your favorite color, there's a budget-friendly, high quality paletter for you. :)
ColourPop 9-Pan Eyeshadow Makeup Palette - Blush Baby - 0.3oz
 
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The only bronzer I'll ever buy!
ColourPop Bronze Stix - Shell Beach - 0.28oz
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Highlight yourself to the moon! The payoff from this highlighter is next level.
ColourPop Super Shock Cosmetic Highlighter - Lunch Money - 0.15oz
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Real ones remember the 2016 ColourPop matte lips…here's the 2026 version ;)
ColourPop HydraPop Glossy Lip Stain - Fruit Punch - 0.11 fl oz
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Another highkey mascara at a lowkey price!
Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Washable Mascara, Blackest Black
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Sooo cheap and one of the best ways to remove your makeup after a long day 🥰
Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water All in 1 Makeup Remover, Adult, 3.4 fl oz
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Another STAPLE drug store brand!
CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser, Makeup Remover and Face Wash, with Hyaluronic Acid, Fragrance Free, 12 fl oz
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Potential hot take but these are the *best* makeup sponges out there!
Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge Makeup Sponge, Orange, 2 count
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