11-05-2025
31 Amazing Beauty Products That Cost Less Than A Latte
Lottabody's Coconut Oil Foaming Curl Mousse to help create uniform, well-defined curls throughout your hair while leaving it feeling soft and nourished. Its hydrating formula includes a blend of coconut and shea oils that reviewers say leaves their hair shiny (but *not* greasy)!
A fan-fave Kiss PowerFlex Maximum Speed Nail Glue that dries in seconds, lasts over a week, comes off easily without damaging your long-term reusable press-ons, and costs only two dollars — yes, you heard me!
A TikTok-viral yerba mate eye gel made with caffeine and hyaluronic acid to help reduce eye puffiness. The cooling sensation helps instantly refresh tired eyes, and reviewers say it absorbs quickly and leaves their skin feeling hydrated (but not greasy)!
*Plus* an under-eye brightener to help transform your bags with its enriching formula of hydrating hyaluronic acid and soothing shea butter. It adapts effortlessly to your skin tone to conceal dark circles while delivering a natural, bright finish. If you want a radiant look, this is a must!
An E.l.f. multistick — in one simple step, you can add a splash of color to your eyes, lips, and cheeks! It applies as a blendable cream, then dries like a powder to create a more matte look. If you hate juggling several products, this multistick is endlessly versatile, and it's waaaay cheaper than the $39 one from Nars.
A tube of Essence "What the Fake!" Plumping Lip Filler if you don't want actual lip fillers but still crave that perfect pout. This non-sticky gloss is formulated with vitamin E and hyaluronic acid, so your lips won't just look hydrated; they actually will be.
And their color-changing lipstick, which has a beautiful shimmery tint designed to complement all skin tones. The vegan, cruelty-formula formula delivers a smooth, hydrating finish that feels as good as it looks!
An eyebrow soap kit to get the perfect feathery, laminated brow look at home. This clear, organic formula shapes and holds your brows all day long without any flakiness or stickiness. Plus, it's waterproof and smudge-proof, so your brows will be on point, rain or shine.
A ~weightless~ liquid cream blush for people who are going for the soft, dewy lewk but aren't ready to drop $25 on the Rare Beauty blush. This one stands out for its rich pigmentation and smooth blendability, made even easier with the built-in sponge applicator. Definitely a compliment earner!
A TikTok-viral "Soft" perfume rollerball that packs a punch with its sweet, long-lasting fragrance that reviewers compare to lemon cake, warm vanilla scones, and this $65 bottle of Pink Sugar. Plus, it has high sillage so prepare to be turning heads when you're walking down the street — and all for under 10 dollars. 🙌
Some corkscrew Goody hair pins so you no longer need to use half your bobby pin collection to secure an updo and then go on a scavenger hunt to take them all out. These will keep your bun locked in place so you can tear up the dance floor without worrying about redoing your hair.
A pack of oil blotting papers for when you're at a party, feeling fabulous, and suddenly catch a glimpse of shine on your forehead. No sweat! Just whip out one of these ultra-thin, easy-to-use blotting sheets and dab away excess oil without disturbing your makeup.
A tube of the bestselling, $5 (!) Essence mascara to get you the same results as those premium mascaras that go for $30+. It helps deliver dramatic length and volume without the need for false lashes. And the wand is really great for getting an even application that doesn't clump.
And their Volume Booster lash primer that creates a moisturizing shield for mascara to cling to, so not only does it give you the ultimate long, fluttery lashes, but it helps protect them too — and even provides a lil' conditioning treatment thanks to mango butter and acai oil in the formula.
An eyelash comb to glide through your lashes after applying mascara to separate, define, and de-clump — giving you a perfectly fluttery look (and saving you from those dreaded spider lashes).
Marc Anthony "Grow Long" Leave-In Conditioner Spray that detangles while strengthening and nourishing your locks so they can grow to be as long as Rapunzel's. Why bother with several products when you can get everything you need in one spray (complete with biotin, vitamin E, caffeine, and ginseng) instead?
Or an OGX leave-in conditioning cream for moisturizing and defining your lovely curls without weighing them down and losing volume. It's formulated with argan oil, so your hair is getting fed the good stuff — just take a look at one reviewer's awesome progress pic below!
E.l.f.'s Hydrating Core Lip Shine in the shade "Ecstatic" that reviewers say is a solid replica of Clinique's Black Honey (ya know, the tinted lip balm famous for looking good on everyyyone), but for a fraction of the price! This one doesn't change colors as magically, but it is a beautiful, subtle tint with a non-sticky formula you'll be happy to have in your bag when you see a cute person at the grocery store.
And E.l.f.'s moisturizing "Squeeze Me" lip balm because you deserve to serve "I just have naturally glossy, perfect lips" on the daily. It's made with hyaluronic acid for extra moisture, tinted for a little color, and flavored as a touch of fun for your inner child.
E.l.f.'s Holy Hydration cleansing balm that literally melts away every trace of makeup (yes, even waterproof mascara!) without stripping your skin. It's packed with skin-loving ingredients like hyaluronic acid and ceramides to help leave your face feeling soft, hydrated, and so smooth — and reviewers with sensitive skin give it their seal of approval!
A popular set of makeup sponges for perfectly blended foundation, concealer, and any other base makeup. They're super fluffy and bouncy, with many reviewers actually preferring these to the OG Beauty Blender. And honestly, who can blame them? With how well they get the job done and at such an affordable price, they're a total game changer for your makeup routine.
A versatile lip stain set that can also be used to add some color to your cheeks or eyelids! They're waterproof and sweat-proof (perfect for wearing to the gym on the days you know your crush will be there) and come in a gorgeous array of tones — each one guaranteed to give you a juicy pout that doesn't leave a stain on every cup you use.
A lightweight tinted hydrator people compare to high-end skin tints like Glossier's, providing amazing coverage while still looking super natural with *just* the right amount of glow. ✨ It goes on like a regular moisturizer, but with a little extra oomph — it helps even out your skin tone, reduce redness, and blur pores. And thanks to hyaluronic acid and squalane in the formula, your skin will feel soft and hydrated (in addition to looking fan-tastic)!
A pack of multipurpose dermaplaning razors for gently exfoliating, removing dead skin cells, peach fuzz, and even those little makeup buildup spots. It comes with a precision cover, so you can shape your brows without the risk of any mishaps. And it can even help your skincare absorb better and gives your makeup a smoother base!
Maybelline's Instant Age Rewind Concealer, which is used by even professional makeup artists because of how well it minimizes fine lines, dark spots, and redness. The lightweight formula blends beautifully (made even easier by the built-in sponge applicator), giving you fuller coverage without feeling heavy or cakey!
A pack of wispy anime fake lashes because I think everyone should try this lash style at least once in their life. They are just so pretty and add such an elegant yet seductive element to every look. If you've ever felt like lashes just don't work for you, definitely give these a try before throwing in the towel!
A color corrector to counteract any discoloration and create an even base for your foundation and concealer without creasing them. They offer five shades, including a green corrector to help balance out redness and a peach one for brightening dark spots.
A Rimmel mattifying primer because your face doesn't need to shine like the bat signal. This creates a nice even skin tone and gives you the perfect base to help prevent patchy makeup that comes from sweating while you dance the night away.
An Elizavecca hair treatment that adds that extra oomph and softness to your hair when it's been feeling a bit lackluster. This stuff is packed with collagen, ceramide 3, and other nourishing ingredients that'll help get you silky soft strands even Legolas would be jealous of. You simply won't find another hair mask that works this well and is this affordable (*side-eyes Olaplex*).
An Ebin New York 24-hour edge tamer to help lay your edges without any flakiness, residue or product buildup from repeated use. It's also enriched with castor oil, leaving you with a smooth finish that has a natural shine.
Or a residue-free pomade hair wax stick because we all have baby hairs and flyaways, and sometimes you want to tame them for the perfect slick-back look. Reviewers with all different hair types vouch for how well this stuff holds up, whether they're working out or braving the elements — one reviewer even calls it their "weapon against humidity."
