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1. E.l.f. is a drugstore staple, and I'll be darned if they don't deliver every time. They have everything from foundation to brushes to primer, and even skincare.
2. ColourPop is a bold makeup lover's dream, offering every kind of makeup product imaginable in bombastic colors and adorable packaging, all at super cheap prices.
3. Physicians Formula is probably best known as that brand you always walk past at CVS, but they consistently make clean and safe makeup that's super affordable.
4. BH Cosmetics makes simple, bold makeup ideal for experimenting that's so cheap it would be a crime not to throw it in your cart.
5. Beauty Bay carries a TON of makeup, from budget brands like Wet n Wild to luxury ones like Anna Sui, as well as their own makeup and skincare at a sexily low price.
6. Ulta has everything you need in a digital beauty store, in addition to the tons of stores they have nationwide. Don't miss out on their rewards program, exclusive beauty drops, and big sales!
7. C'est Moi is a clean, cruelty-free makeup brand that creates formulas for sensitive skin. Their simple but chic products range from mascara to tinted moisturizers to vibrant eye pencils.
8. Flower Beauty's blossom-themed makeup is natural-looking but bright at the same time, and most importantly, nearly everything is under $15 (even the face makeup)!
9. Honest Beauty makes well-designed, sustainable beauty products that often incorporate skincare and botanical elements.
10. HipDot's novelty palettes and multi-use, affordable products will make you (and your wallet) smile.
11. Walmart, since you're already there to buy some patio chairs and groceries, so why not some quality beauty supplies for super cheap?
12. The Crayon Case's school supply-themed makeup products seem expensive (because of how pleasing they look), but assembling your backpack of makeup is budget-friendly.
13. Nyx is beloved by the people (but especially broke middle school me) for creating long-lasting, functional makeup that always delivers when you need it to.
14. Luna Magic's sister founders were inspired by their Afro-Latina heritage in creating this vibrant and affordable makeup line.
15. Essence might make you do a double-take with their super cheap prices, but they've got a ton of fan-favorite products to prove their quality.
16. L.A. Girl fans definitely already know, but they continue to pump out super-cheap makeup products that rival high-end brands.
17. Wet n Wild is probably responsible for your first goth eyeliner or blinding highlighter, but they're actually always coming out with new (cheap) products you'll want to buy immediately.
18. Black Opal makes highly pigmented and richly formulated makeup for women of color, and is also Black-owned.
19. Sephora's website, aka the big daddy of all makeup stores, has so many exclusive beauty lines, skincare kits, makeup tools, and deals, that you might have to force yourself away from the screen for your wallet's sake. I know I do.
21. Burt's Bees are the self-proclaimed "hands-on, tree-hugging, greased elbow do-gooders" of drugstore makeup, and their prices are shockingly low for a company with such high environmental standards.
22. CVS is exactly what you think of when you think of drugstore makeup; it's always there for you on what feels like every street corner, whether it's medication you need, or, in this case, last-minute products for any beauty emergency.
23. KimChi Chic Beauty makes brightly-pigmented makeup, all with the signature Kim Chi (from Rupaul's Drag Race)! flair.
24. M2U NYC, a Gen Z brand through and through, makes makeup so affordable and trendy it'll leave you pinching yourself.
25. Joah Beauty makes K-Beauty inspired drugstore makeup and skincare that's joyfully cheap.
When there are dozens of places to buy cheap makeup, there for the buying:
