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1. A e.l.f. eyeshadow palette with a range of neutral hues so you can achieve the perfect nude eye with a couple swipes of a brush.
Promising review: "I am in love with this palette. The colors blend easily, are, versatile, and I use it almost daily!!" —MrsLamar0309
Price: $10.00
2. An Aveeno serum to add a dewy glow (and lots of hydration) to your skin, making makeup even more optional.
Promising review: "I started using this line, and I was pretty satisfied with the results. Once I added the max glow drops, my skin became so dewy and pretty on its own I rarely wear make up anymore!! I'm 28, ccombination skin. So happy and thankful for this product!" —Stormies13
Price: $17.97
3. A bottle of Garnier micellar water that can help remove dirt, leaving your skin squeaky clean and soft so you can skip the foundation.
4. A L'Oreal BB cream, because there's nothing better than a product that does double-duty. And this one promises to do even more than that by priming, correcting, hydrating, and perfecting your skin for an effortless look.
Promising review: "I had no idea what I was getting into. Just recovered from severe acne, lots of scarring and I grabbed this product. I still am not sure of it's actual purpose, all I know is as soon as I put it on, my skin looks amazing different! Love this forever!!!" —Tmoney1212
Price: $7.96 (available in five shades)
5. A Maybelline primer that'll really have people thinking maybe you were born with it. Wear it alone, under your favorite foundation, or use it to prep your eyelids for everything from neutral shadows to glittery glosses.
Promising review: "Whenever I use Maybelline Facestudio Master Prime Primer my pores instantly disappear in seconds. It makes everything else so easy to apply and blend and lasts all day." —michellekayllee
Price: $7.98
6. A NYX primer that'll create a smooth base, whether you choose to layer on lots of color or keep things neutral.
7. A Flower Beauty lipstick, because some days all you want is a solid pop of a color for your lips. And good for us — this one is packed with antioxidants to protect and condition lips, all while providing long-lasting color.
Promising review: "I don't wear a ton of lipstick, so I don't like to spend a ton of money, which can lead to a lot of terrible lipsticks, but this one is fantastic! It's affordable, so I can get a ton of colors and goes on smooth. It even lasts for a surprisingly long time, so I don't have to reapply that often. Love it!" —MJ
Price: $5.98
8. A classic L'Oreal mascara to give your lashes a boost without any clumping. A few swipes of this and you're out the door!
Price: $6.74 (available in four shades)
9. A Maybelline finishing powder that'll give you the level of matte you're looking for and help keep the rest of your makeup in place.
10. A Maybelline concealer with a built-in sponge applicator so you can easily dab and go. Honestly, this thing is great and compact, just toss one in your purse!
Promising review: "I have been using this for over 6 months. It works great for hiding dark circles under my eyes. I can see the difference immediately. I bought this in the color of 'Honey'. I recommend this if you have tired-looking eyes and dark circles; even helps with the wrinkles. Very light and easy to apply and blend with the sponge applicator on top." —MomFromBG
Price: $7.98 (available in 11 shades)
11. A Burt's Bees mascara that'll nourish your lashes (thanks to its jojoba oil and moisturizing glycerin formula) while making your eyes pop.
Promising review: "I couldn't wait to use this product and I was not disappointed! My lashes were soft and moveable even with the mascara on!! It looked like they grew a mile after using the mascara as well! It doesn't have that chemical smell that often makes your eyes water when applying other mascara. The applicator is great for applying evenly... I'm OBSESSED! I only had to apply ONE coat! This needs to be in everyone's make up bag!!!" —CatLady2790
Price: $9.43 (Available in two shades)
12. A Burt's Bees undereye cream made with hibiscus and apple so it not only firms and renews, it also smells like a dream.
Promising review: "This product is a life-savor! Really helps reduce lines, wrinkles and puffiness under my eyes." —mcheerchck
Price: $11.69
13. A Burt's Bees blush made with bamboo, honey, and more natural ingredients that'll nourish your skin so you'll glow from the inside out.
Promising review: "A little goes a long way with the blush. It goes on lightly but gives a good blush effect. The color is exactly as it shows on the site and works very well for my skin type. All of the makeup cleans with just a washcloth and water. My skin is sensitive and easy cleanup makes my life so much easier." —HS4HMOM
Price: $9.43 (available in three shades)
14. A L'Oreal Paris color correcting kit so you can neutralize your skin tone without needing full coverage makeup.
Price: $8.99
15. A Neutrogena under-eye cream because sometimes eight hours of sleep isn't enough to get rid of dark eye circles.
Promising review: "This is the best hydrating eye gel. It instantly hydrates as you put it on. It makes your eyes appear brighter and younger. Also, I like to use it in the middle of the day because it rejuvenates my eye area after a long day of looking at the computer. I wholeheartedly recommend this eye gel." —LadyTeeJ
Price: $14.97
16. A Burt's Bees stick made with coconut oil that'll give your cheeks a subtle hint of color.
17. An Garnier eye-depuffer to make you look more awake, even if you didn't get much rest last night. Just roll it under your eyes for instant de-puffing action, easy as that.
Promising review: "I love it. I have two babies under five so I have circles. Besides covering and de-puffing my circles, it's the easiest way to make yourself look so much better. If you're going out and have five minutes, stick this under your eyes, pat it with your finger, add a little mascara, gloss and you're out (blush if you want) but for me its a god send. It's in my purse as a go-to item!" —MelissaS
Price: $7.79
18. A Revlon foundation with a cult-following (really, it has almost 3,000 reviews!) that'll deliver a lightweight coverage and protect your skin from pollutants. Rushed mornings have nothing on you.
19. An e.l.f. clear gel that'll look as great on your brows as it does on your lashes. It creates a glossy finish so they feel *and* appear healthy.
Promising review: "It's amazing! The brow formula doesn't flake and keeps my THICK eyebrows in place! I don't fill my eyebrows, so this makes me feel really put together! The lash side is great too. I experienced flakes my first time using it, but no other time than that. Mascara is too much for my lashes so this is an excellent alternative. Will keep buying!!" —Jinchee
Price: $2.00+
20. A set of Real Techniques tools, because nailing any makeup look is easier when you're equipped with everything you need. This set comes with four essential brushes and a sponge.
21. A NYX jumbo eye pencil that comes in several shades, including several sparkly neutrals, to give your lids a quick little pizzazz without sacrificing the no-makeup look.
22. An Aveeno moisturizer with SPF 30, because there's always room in your makeup routine for a moisturizer that'll protect your skin from harmful rays while boosting its glow factor.
23. A Physicians Formula bronzer to give you a hint of color, no matter what makeup look you're going with that day.
24. A Chapstick balm for when you need to moisturize your lips and want to give them a sheer swipe of color.
Promising review: "I love this Chapstick! Great color but more important great hydration. We just moved and couldn't find any of my Chapsticks or lipsticks. My lips where so chapped and hurting badly so i ordered the merlot and the rose petal. I was greatly surprised when my lips felt better after first use and within two days no more chapped lips. Best Chapstick I have ever used and color is a great bonus. Ordering more asap!" —FDwifey
Price: $4.46+ (available in six shades)
25. And a NYX brow gel that comes in a variety of colors so you can match it to tame your brows while adding volume.
Promising review: "It keeps your brows in place and also gives you a very nice shade of color while you are brushing it. I recommend to first fill them with a brow pen or whatever you use and then brush them with the tinted brow mascara. It makes your brows look soooooo good" —Yeskeylee
Price: $3.05+ (available in five shades)
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