Just 25 Affordable Reviewer-Loved Beauty Items
E.l.f. Power Grip Primer because in order to serve face, you gotta — and I mean GOTTA — start with a primer that will keep your look locked in place all day and night. This is infused with hyaluronic acid, AND reviewers say it's basically like Milk Makeup's Hydro Grip Primer.
Beauty of Joseon's Daily Relief SPF 40 Sunscreen to be the perfect base layer since it's lightweight, non-greasy, and totally invisible under makeup. Reviewers of all skin types love this non-comedogenic formula and how it leaves their skin feeling so moisturized.
Or CeraVe's Tinted Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen if you want to go for the "no-makeup" makeup look and care about protecting your precious skin from harmful UV rays. This gives you juuussttt the right amount of coverage and is even infused with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to keep your skin moisturized.
A hydrating Yerba Mate Wake Up eye gel formulated with caffeine and hyaluronic acid to help your under-eyes look a whole lot brighter and less puffy. As Katy Perry once said... "I'm wide awake."
Or Catrice's "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener — so many reviewers love the lightweight, color-adapting formula, and once you see how seamlessly this blends into skin, you will too. Plus, it's got hyaluronic acid and shea butter to moisturize the gentle skin under your eyes.
Plus, an adorable hydrating eye stick to target puffiness and help reduce the look of dark circles and lines. With Icelandic glacial water, moss and seaweed extracts, and niacinamide, this little polar bear will be your new best friend. It's small enough to fit in your makeup bag, and some reviewers even put this in the refrigerator for an extra cooling effect.
An internet-beloved set of makeup sponges since it's time to replace your Beauty Blender that you've held onto for a little too long (which is fair enough since you paid $20 for it!). You get five of these for less than $10, and they will help you get that flawless look you're going for. Blend, baby, blend!
And a set of makeup brushes that have over 39,000 5-star reviews because of how high quality they are for such a reasonable price. Whether you're a beginner to makeup or self-identify as a Certified MUA, you'll love these soft, smooth brushes. Plus, they even come with a case for travel!
L'Oreal's illuminating Lumi Glotion you can use as a luminous base under your other makeup products, or use on those no-makeup days where you just want a natural glow. This has glycerin and shea butter for extra moisture and reviewers even say this is better than the Saie Glowy Super Gel and the Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi drops!
A satin-finish TirTir cushion foundation that boasts *clears throat* 72-hour wear, buildable coverage, a formula infused with hibiscus and red propolis extracts for skin elasticity, and an included puff and mirror for easy retouches. I mean, it doesn't get better than that, am I right?
A tube of Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later eye primer because there's nothing worse than taking your sweet, sweet time perfecting a smokey eye for it to crease two hours later. This primer will ensure your shadow stays put and will really allow the pigment to *pop*.
A creamy eyeshadow stick if your second priority after serving a killer face card is an efficient makeup routine. This easy-to-use stick doesn't require a brush for application and will give your eyes a nice glow no matter what shimmery, matte, or metallic shade you choose.
And a 16-shade eye shadow palette with enough colors to create a natural look, a smokey eye, or a full colorful glam, depending on which palette combo you choose. Reviewers love how compact this is and appreciate how easily the shades blend together.
Nyx's Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil to add some extra drama to your lash line and water line. It's super pigmented, and the twist-up design is perfect for those who don't want to bother with sharpening. Oh, and did I mention it's got over 70,000 5-star reviews!
A cruelty-free Essence Lash Princess mascara that gives instant volume and length while also being smudge-proof, so you don't have to worry about looking like a hot mess by the end of the day. And the best part? Reviewers say this $5 mascara delivers the same (if not better) results as options from high-end brands like Too Faced and Benefit — no wonder it has over 260,000 5-star ratings!
Or, this cruelty-free E.l.f tubing mascara if you love va-va-va-voom volume without the worry of smearing, flaking, or smudging throughout the day. Seriously, it's about time you get on the tubing mascara bandwagon, and this one is a must-have!
A Physicians Formula Murumuru Butter Bronzer to bring out your inner bronzed goddess and convince everyone that your side job is basking in the sun. This buttery formula blends in so smoothly, and it's even hypoallergenic (shout out to those with acne-prone skin)!
A NYX extreme hold eyebrow gel, a non-sticky formula that's literally called "The Brow Glue" — and for good reason, because it holds for up to 16 hours! This will keep those little hairs in place and on fleek without any flaky residue throughout the day. Anastasia Beverly Hills... count your days.
A NYX Slim Lip Liner, which some reviewers go so far as to call a "staple" in their makeup routine. Its creamy formula glides on the lips so smoothly, and it will look great under your fave lipstick or lip gloss.
Or a Wonderskin lip stain to give your pout a pop of color that'll last all day and night. Whether you leave it on for 15 seconds for a soft, subtle look or let it sit for up to a minute for a more dramatic look, you'll love that you won't need to even think about touchups throughout the day!
And NYX's Lip IV Hydrating Gloss Stain — you'll get that classic glossy look when you first apply it, and then it'll leave you with a natural tint to your lips (so basically, it's a 2-in-1 product!). It's infused with vitamin B12 and coconut water, giving you moisture for up to 12 hours!
An E.l.f Glow Reviver Lip Oil infused with jojoba oil to give you some hydrated, smooch-worthy lips. Anyone who has ever pined over the Dior Lip Oil knows that their mind has been completely changed once they try out this more affordable alternative.
Maybelline's Cheek Heat gel-cream blush that's a great swap for Glossier Cloud Paint, in case that $22 a tube is making you want to ration product for the next three years. This water-based formula is super buildable, so it'll be great for natural and glam looks.
These glamorous reusable magnetic lashes that nobody would bat an eye at if you told them you splurged and got professional lash extensions. And you'll be so glad these don't require any gloopy lash glue since they magically stick right onto the included eyeliner!
A Milani Make It Last setting spray so you can lock in your look for up to 16 hours, making sure there's no sign of smudging or creasing. It's technically a 3-in-1 since you can use it as a priming spray, finishing spray, and as a corrector for any makeup mishaps. Plus, reviewers say it's just as good as the Urban Decay All Nighter spray.
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