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    A $7 Olaplex Dupe And 36 Other Affordable Beauty Items To Snag Now — Like Right Now

    Because the world is still a dumpster fire and you deserve the best.

    1. Aveeno's Daily Moisturizing Body Oil Mist promises noticeably smoother skin in just a week thanks to vitamin E and fatty acid-rich ingredients like oat and jojoba oils. PS: Reviewers with sensitive skin (and even eczema) say it's a winner for them too. 

    reviewer image of the oil spray
    reviewer with soft skin after using the oil spray

    Promising review: "The smell is pleasant, warm, and not overpowering. Will be prepping my skin for the spring with it. Definitely also a beauty hack for giving legs a slight glow when it's officially skirts, shorts, and dress season. :)" —Mishell

    Get it from Amazon for $8.74.

    2. Milani's Make It Last 3-in-1 Setting Spray and Primer is a godsend for sweaty bbs everywhere.  Spray it on after you're done with your makeup and it'll lock in your look for 16 hours — no creases, smudges, or streaks in sight. 

    Reviewer holding the Make It Last Milani three-in-one setting spray and primer
    Reviewer wearing the Milani three-in-one setting spray and primer

    Promising review: "I have been on the hunt for a good setting spray that will actually work for my super oily acne-prone skin. I even splurged and got the highly praised Charlotte Tilbury setting spray. This Milani one is so much better! I have way less makeup transfer to a mask (as a nurse I'm wearing a face mask for 12+ hours) and my makeup is no longer easily melting/sweating/wiping away off my face. If you've been struggling like me, you need this." —Stef

    Get it from Amazon for $8.58+ (available in four styles).

    3. Seraphic Skincare's Korean Exfoliating Mitt scrubs away dead skin leaving you ready for a biggggg night in of applying your fake tanner. And if that's not your thing — no worries — it also helps unclog pores, prevent ingrown hairs, and eliminate bumps causes by keratosis pilaris. 

    a reviewer photo of the mitt covered in dead skin
    a reviewers leg covered in rolls of dead skin

    Promising review: "Right out of the box I could tell these mitts were going to be exactly what I needed. Excellent quality and easy to use! I’ve tried them twice already and my skin is now incredibly smooth! After I scrubbed my arm, I looked at the mitt and saw it was covered with dead skin cells. I’ll be buying more of these as gifts for girlfriends (in a fun spa gift basket)!" —Danielle Gill

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available individually or as a pair).

    4. Design Essentials' Curl Enhancing Mousse hydrates wavy and curly coifs with a healthy dose of almond and avocado oils. The soft-hold formula works wonders for 2A to 4C hair types and won't leave you crunchy — just defined. 

    reviewer with defined curls after using the mousse
    another reviewer's curls after using the mousse

    It's designed for wavy, curly, and coily hair!

    Promising review: "This mousse is THE ONE!!!! It smells incredible, it detangles effortlessly, and I can reactivate my curls after a good steam shower or spray bottle, thus longevity in product. My hair is tightly coiled and even though I have volume, it is fine not thick. This mousse doesn't flake, harden, or destroy my curl pattern. It moisturized, nourished, and defined my curls from root to tip. My search has finally ended." —MiMi H.

    Promising review: "I have fine, naturally curly/wavy hair and have tried nearly every brand, type, and combination of hair care products available. My search is over. Hold. Shine. Curl definition. Frizz control. No need to blow dry/diffuse. Look carries over to day two fantastically. Checks all the boxes. Now I just have to hope they never quit making it." —KDM

    Get it from Amazon for $14.95+ (available in two sizes). 

    5. Cuccio's plant-based Cuticle Revitalizing Oil helps nails that have been hurting from months of missed manicures. The natural formula hydrates dry skin and strengthens your nails so you can work on growing them out, if that's something you've always dreamt of doing!

    a reviewer holding the milk- and honey-infused cuticle oil
    a different reviewer holding the pomegranate cuticle oil

    Promising review: "This product... There is so much I can say. I’ve used so many other cuticle oils, and they’ve only kept them oily and smooth for about two hours... This stuff not only smells like heaven, but it’s a HUGE bottle for the price, which was the first perk.... Then I used It for my own manicures and OMG. My cuticles were still smooth the next day when I went to work. It not only softened them, but helped the dry skin on the areas that it got on. The smell is wonderful. I’ve been putting it on at night before bed, and it lasts ALL DAY the next day. About a week of use so far, and I’ve had at least two people ask me how my cuticles look like they do, and did I JUST get a manicure?! NOPE! It’s this stuff. I swear I would buy stock in it if I could." —Whitney Bryant

    Get it from Amazon for $8.41+ (available in three sizes and seven scents).

    6. Bestland's Finishing Stick looks like a mascara wand, but it's actually for the hairs on your head! If flyaways are something that bug you, give your hairline a good swipe and watch them be tamed without a fight.

    before of a reviewer with lots of flyaway hair
    after of the same reviewer with much smoother hair

    Or if you have textured hair, a 24-hour edge tamer (but reminder: No one has to lay their edges — it's a personal choice!).

    Promising review: "Seriously, how on earth does this work?? I have tried everything to get my baby hairs that never really grew back from chemo to lay down and nothing worked. This product works. I mean, it WORKS. So, in the picture I uploaded, the hair that is sticking up on the left side of my head (right side on the picture) is what I am talking about. You can see that there's a good bit of it and that it basically just stood almost straight out. Not anymore. Not with this finishing stick. And it doesn't make your hair crunchy or shiny, either. Y'all, I'm serious! This product is simply amazing." —Liesl McQuillan

    Get it from Amazon for $7.98.

    7. Flower Beauty's Lip & Cheek Gel Crush takes care of your blush and lip color in one go. Yes it's smooth, perfectly pigmented, and smells real sweet, but it also comes in a dispenser that looks like a teensy lil' deodorant tube and that really tickles me pink. 

    the three different gel crush colors
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Absolutely stunning — beautiful pigment, glow, and sheen. I am a loyalist to buying my makeup at Sephora and Saks but went out on a limb to try this lip/cheek creme and now, I am hooked! I have olive skin with warm undertones and this gives such a natural, beautiful flushed tone to cheeks. The formulation is also not drying on lips. Gorgeous! Will continue to purchase!" —Playroom_curator

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three shades).

    8. Venus Visage's Teeth Whitening Pen can brighten your smile by four to eight shades with regular use. Whether your stains are due to coffee, tea, more coffee, wine, yet more coffee...or soda, this is sure to help. 

    Promising review: "I really liked this product because it gave me significant results in just a few days. I have tried other whitening products but I definitely think this one is my favorite because it's not only easy to use but also works very well. There is also no weird aftertaste, and all I do is keep my mouth open wide for around 30 seconds. The whitening capabilities were also great, and I know this because my teeth were stained before but now they are not. Lastly these pens were very easy to use because all you have to do is twist the dial at the bottom of the pen clockwise, and product comes out. So overall I would rate this pen a 10/10 and I am definitely planning on buying more." —Roy Joseph

    Get it from Amazon for $14.44.

    9. Garnier Fructis' Sleek & Shine Intensely Smooth Leave-In Conditioning Cream keeps your hair smooth and frizz free for up to three days thanks to a formula rich in argan oil. That way, you don't have to worry about washing, drying, and styling every day of the week.

    reviewer showing her hair
    same reviewer after using the product with day 2 hair

    Psst! You can use this on DRY hair *and* would you just look at that price!

    Promising review: "I'm very impressed with this product! I have badly damaged hair like a bird's nest due to frequent hair coloring, Japanese perm, and hot tools for styling. I was at first reluctant to buy this since it was so cheap and I normally use expensive salon brands. Since I've been using so many products and it didn't take away the tangle or frizz very well, I decided to purchase this product based on its high reviews. I am so glad I did! It got rid of my tangles and made my hair very soft and smooth. Just because it's cheap doesn't mean it won't work as well. In this case it worked spectacularly! I am also impressed with the smell. I am very allergic to perfume and this has a very light, fruity smell that didn't cause me to sneeze." —honeydew

    Get it from Amazon for $2.82.

    10. Lovoir's Flick Stick was made for those who LOVE the look of winged liner, but can't help but shake like a leaf when attempting to paint them on. Now, you can stamp 'em on and call it a day.

    a reviewer wearing the black winged eye liner
    a different reviewer holding the eye liner stamps

    This set comes with two stamps — one for your right eye and one for your left. Once you apply the wing, flip the pen over to find a fine tip applicator so you can finish off your look.

    Promising review: "This thing is amaaaazing! I pretty much gave up on winged eyeliner because I just couldn’t get it right. Didn’t even know stamps existed and randomly came across this and it had good reviews so I gave it a chance. Got it in the mail and tried it right away and was sooo excited that I used the left stamp for both sides and it looked a little crooked. Then I remembered there’s a right and a left. Tried it again and it turned out beautifully. There’s just something about winged eyeliner that’s so fly. Ohhh and another thing. It’s pretty darn sturdy! I took a nap and caught myself rubbing my eye a little and thought 'dang I messed up my eyeliner' and when I got up and checked it was still in tact! It def lasts all day." —Chrissy

    Get it from Amazon for $14.97+ (available in three sizes).

    11. NYX's Concealer Color Correcting Palette has everything you need for a lil' touch up whether you're concerned about neutralizing red spots, erasing dark circles, or addressing dullness. This way, no one has to know you were up until 3 a.m. rewatching Temptation Island.

    The palette with yellow, green, purple, peach, pink, and brown color correctors
    model before and after applying the color correctors, with a more evened-out complexion after
    @NYXCosmetics / Via www.instagram.com, NYX Cosmetics

    The palette features six shades which are light and medium (to camouflage spots that aren't too dark), yellow and peach (to conceal dullness and dark circles), green (to cover redness), and purple and pink (to brighten). The concealers have a creamy, hydrating formula. Apply the color that will conceal the spot that you want to cover and then put your foundation on top of it as usual. NO, you won't have a purple spot or green spot of concealer sitting on your face. Once you apply your foundation, it won't be detectable at all. Happy blending! BTW, NYX is cruelty-free!

    Promising review: "I use this every morning on my darker 'age spots' at the outer corners of my eyes and also apply a bit on darker under-eye circles. The mixture of yellow with a bit of the apricot color works wonders for the eye area! And stays ALL DAY without setting powder/spray. A light coat of the green is great for any redness — wear it under your concealer or foundation for a more polished look. (The green can be a little chalky, so apply sparingly and in good lighting). I am impressed how beautifully this product applies and blends. Totally replaced the need for under-eye concealer for me." —NYX Customer

    Get it from NYX Cosmetics for $12 or Amazon for $11.79.

    12. JRose Beauty's Sugar Lip Scrub gently exfoliates chapped smackers, leaving them soft, smooth, and smellin' like a peach (or strawberry / watermelon / mango / raspberry / cranberry). 🍉 🍓 🥭 

    hand holding six lip scrub tubes of different flavors
    JRose Beauty

    JRose Beauty is a Filipina-owned small biz run by Jomelene Rose, who started her brand at just 16 years old! Here you'll find many of your favorite K-beauty brands, as well as handmade jewelry and accessories.

    Get it from JRose Beauty for $3.25 (available in six flavors).

    13. Essence's Lash Princess Mascara gives you a falsies-level look for less than 5 bucks. It seems questionable, I know, but for confirmation you need only to look at the 143,000+ 5-star reviews!!

    buzzfeed editor's eyes before and after using the mascara with the done lashes looking darker and longer
    Kayla Boyd / BuzzFeed

    BuzzFeed editor Kayla Boyd tried this out and raves: 

    "As someone who isn't a big fan of false lashes (the glue irritates my eyes and I'm terrible at applying them) this budget-friendly holy grail does the trick for both lengthening and volumizing my lashes. After you've given it a minute to dry, it lasts all day long and doesn't smudge or fade. It seriously gives the effect of false lashes without the discomfort."

    Promising review: "After using Lights, Camera, Lashes by Tarte for the past year, I got tired of breaking the bank over mascara. My sister suggested Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect and I IMMEDIATELY fell in love. It provides dramatic length and great volume. I can honestly say I can’t stop looking at my eyelashes in the mirror every single day because of how awesome they look. Also, it is very long-wearing. I go from an eight-hour workday right to the gym and sweat like wild...and this stuff doesn’t budge! I love it!!" —Carrie E Miller

    Get it from Amazon for $3.99.

    For more info and review pics, check out Kayla's full Essence Lash Princess Mascara review! You can also check out her review of the mascara on TikTok!

    14. Bio-Oil will come in clutch for anyone out there who spent their teen years picking and prodding at pimples. If you were left with acne scars and skin damage as a result, it'll swoop in an encourage new collagen production and help with elasticity. 

    Promising review: "If I could give this product more than 5 stars, I would. Let me tell you my story. A few months ago I bought a new product made with charcoal (won't mention the brand or name) and it was formulated to minimize pores. It BURNED my skin. My cheeks, chin, and forehead were on fire. My skin was cracked, red, itchy, swollen, and EXTREMELY dry. I tried using moisturizer, aloe vera, Vaseline... EVERYTHING was hurting my skin even more. A friend told me about Bio-Oil and I decided to give it a try. Immediately after the first application my skin felt so much better. As I was massaging the oil into my skin I could feel the peeled skin coming off. My face wasn't feeling itchy anymore, and the dryness disappeared immediately. It only took two applications of this oil to make my skin heal almost completely. Now I use it on a daily basis, two times a day (morning and night) and my skin has never felt so healthy. This is the best product I've ever tried, and trust me, I've tried A LOT." —Natalia Vazquez

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in three sizes).

    15. Sephora Collection's Lipstories Lipstick is just the ticket if you're looking to try a bright new shade that might be out of your comfort zone. The matte, satin, and metallic finishes go for $6 to $9, so if you don't end up wearing it out of the house it's not even a big deal!

    model wearing bright pink lipstick
    three models' arms with swatches of the different lipstick colors
    Sephora

    Promising review: "I’ve been buying $20 lipsticks for years and I’ve never really found one that I’ve stuck to and repurchased. I picked up Festival Lights as a bit of an impulse buy and it’s my favorite shade I’ve ever tried. Some metallic shades are a bit too sparkly for me, but this is perfect and looks really nice! It stayed on the full length of an eight-hour shift and I love the color so much. I will definitely buy again and will look at the other shades next time I’m in store!" —NonaiX

    Get it from Sephora for $6+ (originally $9; available in 48 shades).

    16. Coty Airspun Loose Face Powder — a $5 translucent setting powder — that one reviewer says in on par with Laura Mercier's, which goes for 8x the price!!!

    Reviewer wearing the powder showing it helped reduce shine
    Another reviewer wearing the powder, showing it didn't crease or flake

    Promising review: "Kept seeing this in lots of makeup tutorials and reviews but could never seem to find in store. I was very happy to find on here and instantly ordered! I love it! The smell is amazing. It’s lightweight and doesn’t look caked on even after adding my normal powder foundation over it for better match in color." —Paola Erives

    Get it from Amazon for $5.72 (available in six shades, two sizes and also a two-pack).

    17. Juvia's Place's The Violets Eyeshadow Palette offers SUPER pigmented shades of eggplant, amethyst, and orchid that promise an eye-popping look. 

    model's arm showing swatches of the purple eyeshadows
    the purple eyeshadow palette
    Juvia's Place

    Juvia's Place is a Black woman-owned small biz dedicated to inclusive beauty for all genders and skin tones, and their vibrant products celebrate founder Chichi Eburu's African heritage.

    Promising review: "Wow! Super uber pigmented and lasted ALL DAY without creasing halfway through like some shadows. Love this palette and CANNOT wait to try more!" —Dani

    Get it from Juvia's Place for $7 (originally $14) or Ulta for $10.50 (originally $15).

    18. Reecho's Clip-In Hair Extensions add instant volume to any do. No more burning yourself on a curling iron or leaving the house only to question if you turned off said curling iron 30 minutes later!

    a reviewer holding the blonde extensions
    the same reviewer with the extensions in

    Promising review: "This was the best nine dollars I've spent in a long time! The color is a perfect match to my hair. The hair is very long — I cut at least 12 inches off. It stays in place very well. This is a fun addition to my going out look." —SBonert

    Get them from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in six lengths and 40+ colors).

    Find out more in my colleague's Reecho hair extensions deep dive!

    19. Maybelline's Instant Age Rewind Concealer erases dark circles, redness, and acne. If a full face of makeup isn't for you, but you would like a lil' bit of convenient, easy-to-use coverage, check it out.

    BuzzFeed editor applying the concealer under eyes
    BuzzFeed editor showing the under-eye coverage
    Kayla Suazo / BuzzFeed

    Promising review: "Best coverage for under-eye bags and dark circles! I have used a lot of expensive eye products in the past and this has them all beat. I have light- to medium-olive complexion and was perplexed as to what color to choose. I went with the Brightener and it was a perfect match. My daughter is darker olive and it also looks good on her. Looks and feels great and can't beat the price." —Ana R.

    Get it from Amazon for $5.41+ (available in 18 shades).

    Want more? Check out a BuzzFeeder's full review of Maybelline's Instant Age Rewind Concealer.

    20. Fluide's Universal Crayon will have your whole face shimmering and hydrated with its nourishing (and non-smudge) shea butter formula. Lids, lips, cheekbones, noses — go ahead and apply it wherever you'd like a lil' bit of oomph.

    Model applying orange shimmer to eyelids
    a different model wearing the shade celestial
    Fluide, Amazon

    Fluide is a queer-owned and woman-owned business specializing in vegan, cruelty-free and paraben-free cosmetics.

    Promising review: "I'm a huge fan of quick and easy enhancements and it doesn't get any easier than this. Drag across your eyelids, lips, rub into your cheeks and nose for a fabulous rosy shimmer." —Teneca Kennedy

    Get it from Fluide or Amazon for $12 (available in four colors).

    21. Mighty Patch Hydrocolloid Spot Treatments speedily pull the pus out of your most worrisome whiteheads. (Sorry that was a gross sentence, but it is what it is. 🤷‍♀️) Before you head to bed, just slap the dots right on any zits and they'll work their magic overnight.

    The red and white box which comes with 36 patches
    A reviewer's before and after photo which shows how the patch has drawn pus out of a pimple

    Promising review: "I do not claim to understand the science behind these tiny miracles, but they have changed my life. I spent my workday looking forward to going home and putting one of these bad boys on my newly erupted Mt. Zit and the overnight results were Shocking. Not only is it grossly satisfying, but it saved me several days of walking around with a bloody crater in my face because my previous method of dealing with unsightly blemishes was to pick pick pick." — Adg

    Get a pack of 36 from Amazon for $11.69.

    22. Or — if you're looking to turn tackling your acne into a real moment — Truly's PowerPuff Girls pimple patches are in order. 

    powerpuff girls pimple patches
    model wearing buttercup pimple patches on face
    Truly

    Each pack comes with 27 patches to kick pimples to the curb!

    Truly is a small biz that specializes in clean beauty. Their formulas start with clean, vegan bases and then they work in powerful, high-end skincare ingredients. 

    Get a pack from Truly for $13.

    23. L’Oréal Paris Volume-Building Mascara makes eyes pop whether you pick it up in cobalt blue, burgundy, or deep green. If the majority of your face will still be hidden behind a mask this fall, might as well go big or go home with your eye look, right?

    a model wearing the cobalt mascara
    the purple mascara
    Amazon

    Promising review: "So very blue! The blue is vibrant and has a nice thickness. People noticed my blue eyelashes from down the hallway at work, so it does not need to be seen up close to be appreciated by others. I am madly in love with this product." —Merry Sunshinee

    Get it from Amazon for $7.19+ (available in 11 colors).

    24. Revlon's Oil-Absorbing Volcanic Face Roller works just like your go-to oil-blotting sheets but it doesn't create any extra waste. Just roll the mattifying stick all over your T-zone (or anywhere else that gets greasy) and soak up excess oil.

    The black roller which has a twist-off lid that secures the volcanic stone
    A reviewer's oil-free complexion after using the roller

    In case you're wondering — no, the volcanic roller doesn't mess up your makeup. And once you've given your face a quick touch-up, just twist off the top of the roller to release the stone and give it a wash before your next use.

    Promising review: "This rolling device is like pure magic. You simply roll it around your oily areas and BOOM the oil magically vanishes into the ball never to be seen again! This is an item that #tiktokmademebuy for sure! I saw a video on TikTok and immediately went on the hunt only to be disappointed that this item was sold out everywhere! I eventually got added to a waiting list her on Amazon and once they had it in stock again, they charged my card and sent it my way! If you have the chance to purchase this and you have oily skin, get yourself on the waiting list if you need to and just kick it until it shows up. You will be pleased. Thank me later. ;)" —Veronica Cooper

    Get it from Amazon for $9.98.

    25. Peripera's Ink Velvet Lip Tint is just the thing for days when you want to put in as little effort as possible. Swipe on the long-lasting emollient formula and go about your day as usual — no sipping through a straw or eating your salad like a Kardashian — because it's that dang durable.

    reviewer wearing the coral link ink and holding the product
    reviewer in a pink shade

    Promising review: "My go-to lip stain forever. I will never buy another stain product. This is the best formula I have ever used and the colors are highly pigmented." —Tracie Higgins

    Get it from Amazon for $9.90 (available in seven shades).

    26. Neutrogena's Makeup Remover Eraser Stick makes it easy to clean up mistakes so if you're having one heck of a morning, fixing up your failed cat-eye will at least be easier than ever.

    Model using the stick to correct eyeliner
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Why didn’t someone think of this sooner? For years, I’ve been using cotton swabs dipped in makeup remover to remove little goofs or mistakes. This is so much better and portable! Erases waterproof mascara marks around my eyes easily. Must-buy product!!" —Katherine Riordan

    Get it from Amazon for $7.97

    27. TruSkin Vitamin C Serum wards off wrinkles, evens out dark spots, and helps brighten your overall complexion with a 🍃 plant-based 🍃 blend of ingredients including hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, witch hazel, and jojoba oil. And don't let the tiny bottle fool you — it'll be around for the long haul.

    A reviewer's before and after pictures which show her skin is much brighter and clearer
    A different reviewer holding the 1-ounce bottle

    Promising reviews: "My search for an amazing serum is finally over. I just purchased my third bottle and I am hooked! My skin looks flawless and I have been getting so many compliments about how great I look. My skin glows as if I just walked out of a spa treatment. A little goes along way, the bottle usually last me about 3.5 months. I use it every morning and every night. Thank you for his amazing product!" —jaime handley

    Get if from Amazon for $19.99.

    28. Garnier's SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water works as a cleanser and makeup remover. Use it in the a.m. and p.m. to hit refresh on your face before applying your regular moisturizer and serum.

    Promising review: "I keep re-buying bottle after bottle. It is amazing, work great as a first-step cleanser as well as makeup remover. I use it daily and a bottle can last me for three to four months!" —Thu V.

    Get it from Amazon for $7.34+ (available individually or in a pack of two).

    29. Heritage Store's Castor Oil reduces inflammation, and intensely moisturizes hair and skin. The cold-pressed vegan formula can be used on your scalp, eyebrows, skin, and even mixed into your moisturizer to promote extra hydration. Reviews all agree it's a versatile skincare essential.

    bottle of castor oil
    A model using a spoolie brush to apply oil to their eyebrows
    Target

    Promising review: "I’ve used many different eyelash serums, name brand, designers, cheap brands, etc. and this is the holy grail. I don’t use it consistently and my eyelash growth is visible. I try to use it every evening as often as I remember and it has worked just as well, if not better than those other serums — even prescription." —PickledCabbage

    Get it from Target for $9.49.

    30. The Inkey List Salycylic Acid Cleanser combines 2% salicylic acid + 0.5% allantoin + zinc compound to unclog pores, exfoliate, and reduce oil production. And diiiiid we mention it's only $10?!

    A model pouring out some of the clear cleanser
    Sephora

    Promising review: "Such an amazing product at an amazing price! I suffered with acne, huge pores, terrible oil, and a lot of hyperpigmentation on my face and neck. This product was the only thing that helped! I rarely get acne now, my pores are so much smaller and my face is less shiny!" —Ztanns

    Get it from Sephora for $10.99.

    31. Peach Slices Gel Moisturizer delivers an instant wave of hydration with a silky formula that goes on more like a serum. The USDA-certified organic and cruelty-free product also calms, brightens, and evens out skin tone with the aid of annatto seeds, grapefruit, and honey.

    A gif of a model squeezing the moisturizer out of the bottle and onto their hand
    Peach Slices

    Promising review: "Lovely smell! Seriously my favorite moisturizer. The price is awesome! It glides on your skin and soaks in perfectly. Love everything about it! I use it every day now. I stopped using other moisturizers!" —Carrie W.

    Get it from Peach & Lilly for $11.99.

    32. Sky Organics' Castor Oil is loaded with fatty acids that nourish and hydrate your scalp thus encouraging healthy hair growth. For the best results, use it as a hair mask while you watch the new season of Euphoria. (AKA use it for ~45 minutes to an hour.)

    a reviewer's before photo showing a bald spot on their scalp
    the same reviewer's after showing new hair growth in the previously bald spot

    The clean formula can be used on your eyebrows and eyelashes, too! Apply one to two drops to a cotton swab and then gently brush through your hair to condition and nourish.

    Promising review: "I doubted it at first but I was desperate to get my hair back so I just wanted to give it a try. IT ABSOLUTELY WORKED after two months. I had a completely bald spot on my head, like no hair at all. After two months there is baby hair coming out and filling that spot up. I believe after two more months that spot will look completely full and back normal !!!! Update: bought this June 20, 2020, and now it’s April 18, 2021, my bald spot is completely grown and full of hair. Applied twice a week and left it overnight. I am so happy now!" —Phoebe Lam

    Get it from Amazon for $10.79.

    33. Hero Cosmetics' Superfuel Serum Stick cools your skin on contact and leaves you glowing thanks to key ingredients like green microalgae, lactic acid, and elderberry fruit extract that keep oil under control and give your skin a big ol' boost of antioxidants.

    the green serum tube
    a model twisting the tube open
    Hero Cosmetics

    Promising review: "I really like how it feels on my skin! I have tried a couple of stick-form products and they don't feel that great because they are oily or to sticky. Also love the glow it gives!" —SGWN

    Get it from Urban Outfitters or Hero Cosmetics for $12.99.

    34. Radha Beauty Rosehip Oil addresses all sorts of skin concerns (think: blemishes, fine lines, age spots, and scarring) thanks to its natural vitamin-, antioxidant-, and essential fatty acid-filled formula. If you're trying to combat more than one issue and want to keep your routine simple, try this baby out!

    Promising review: "My new holy grail! I have super sensitive, acne-prone skin in a very dry climate. This stuff is seriously so amazing. I use it from my face to my toes. It has completely eradicated any dry skin I had and makes me glow. I’ve gotten so many compliments on my skin since I’ve started using it, even my boyfriend noticed! I love it after chemical peels, too. It gets rid of peeling and dry patches as well as soothing any redness. It’s a decent-sized bottle for what you pay!" —Brynnieb09

    Get it from Amazon for $14.95.

    35. L'Oréal's Voluminous Primer Mascara gives your lashes just the lift they need so your mascara can lend them the most dramatic boost they've seen yet.

    BuzzFeed Staff Writer Allison Faccenda shows the results after using L'Oreal Primer with mascara
    BuzzFeed Staff Writer applies L'Oreal Voluminous Primer before applying mascara
    Allison Faccenda / BuzzFeed

    BuzzFeed Shopping writer Ali Faccenda uses this and loves it. She says:

    "Over the years I've noticed my lashes falling out and they're not as voluminous and long as they once were (*cries*). This mascara primer has changed all of that. I use it in tandem with the Thrive Causemetics mascara for a dynamic duo that hasn't failed me yet. The primer base adds a noticeable amount of fibers to thicken my thin lashes, which gives me a full-lash look."

    Promising review: "This voluminous primer works! A MUST-BUY FOR MASCARA USERS!!!! I have long lashes and have been satisfied with my routine thus far. I typically use waterproof mascara but the curl effect wears off after about an hour, my lashes basically start drooping so I have to re-curl a few times throughout the day. This product has eliminated my problems so it saves me a ton a time! I actually look forward to doing my eye makeup now and don't know how I ever lived without this! It makes the lash hairs thicker, separates the hairs (helping to fill the gaps, making lashes look fuller), and it helps mascara adhere easily and evenly! PLUS, it makes my eyelashes look WAYYYYYY better, so it definitely lives up to my expectation. I have sensitive eyes and wear contacts and have been using this for almost a month, I've had ZERO issues in that area. I don't normally buy L'Oréal so this was a happy experience that encouraged me to buy other products from this company." —CC Hustle

    Get it from Amazon for $6.40+ (available individually or in a pack of two).

    36. Elizabeth Mott's Thank Me Later Eye Shadow Base ensures your lewk stands the test of time and doesn't crease, smudge, or fall victim to oiliness just minutes after you're done applying it. 

    reviewer at 8:30 a.m. showing off their eye makeup
    the same reviewer at 6:30 p.m. showing their eye makeup still looks the s

    Promising review: "So let me start by saying I have used nearly every eyeshadow primer available. From high end to low...they don't hold a candle to Thank Me Later. I have very oily skin. Using this primer, shadow lasts a full eight hours or more. I could get maybe five or six out of the other brands if I was lucky. I got this as a sample in my Ipsy bag, and I had to buy the full-size product straight away! I couldn't be happier with my purchase. Thank you, Elizabeth Mott, for finally making a primer that lasts! I love this stuff!" —Melissa Mae

    Get it from Amazon for $13.68.

    37. And — as promised — Elizavecca's $7 Cer-100 Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment delivers results that reviewers claim are just as impressive as another brand that may or may not rhyme with ~Polaflex.~ 

    The collagen protein treatment in its container
    The writer's hair before and after two uses
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    Promising review: "This stuff is amazing! I saw this as a beauty recommendation on BuzzFeed as a dupe for Olaplex (which I had tried and wasn't blown away by) so I thought I would give it a try — and I'm so thankful I did! My bleached and heat-damaged hair feels so soft, is more manageable, and looks healthier after each use. I agree with other reviewers that it seems like a big price tag for the size of the bottle, but a little bit does go a long way and it is so worth it. I wish it came in a larger size bottle so I didn't have to reorder so quickly." —Carly S. Whitson

    Get it from Amazon for $6.70.

    Check out a former BuzzFeeder's full Elizavecca Protein Hair Treatment review for more info. 

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