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1. Vogue Effects Eyeliner Stamps tackles the seemingly impossible task of drawing the perfect cat-eye by simply stamping on pro-level wings. Will you get all the credit? Obviously.
2. Revlon One-Step Hot Air Brush brings pro-like blowouts right to your ~fingertips~ by creating sleek, frizz-free 'dos in half the time. How? Flexible tangle-free bristles smooth and style your hair as you brush, while negative ions condition and reduce static as you dry. The result: an easy-peasy glossy mane.
3. Seche Vive Gel Effect Top Coat Nail Polish lets you always have pro-like gel manis ~on hand~ *without* blowing your weekly budget. It'll keep your nails looking freshly-done for up to 14 days (!!!) so chipped, messy-looking hands will be a thing of the past.
4. Kat Von D Tattoo Liner fights sweat, water, or really any natural element so it can look freshly applied all 👏 darn 👏 day. AND its superfine and flexible brush makes sure your application is easily ~on point~. Basically, this cult-favorite is here for you through thick and thin (and everything in-between).
5. Neutrogena Anti-Residue Shampoo hits the reset button for dull, damaged hair. Just a weekly rinse with this will remove dulling residues (hello, styling products) and bring your mane back to its previous ✨shiny✨ state.
6. Benton Aloe BHA Skin Toner has an easy-to-pump that'll only require you to blend with your fingers (no cotton pads required) before moisturizing. Aloe, salicylic acid, and snail mucin work together to drastically moisturize and soothe your complexion — people with redness especially love this, and say they see results of calmer skin ~overnight~!
7. Fanola No Yellow Shampoo brightens your blonde hair to fully platinum in just one to three minutes. Meaning: you get to maintain platinum blonde tresses ALL YEAR without a trip to the pricey salon — so long, roots.
8. Haus Laboratories Lip Gloss make Gaga fans (or any human, really) forever grateful when they get to pucker up in STYLE every darn day. Each shade boasts mirror-like shine, glides effortlessly on, and makes lips look smooth and full 💋.
9. Glossier Brow Flick simply ensures your caterpillars will always look SO. GOOD. with barely any effort — and it'll look totally natural, thanks to this tool's ultra-fine tip. Bold brows make you feel 🔥; it's just science.
10. Coty Airspun Loose Powder works as both a setting and face powder so oily T-zones, acne, and scars are basically nonexistent from the minute you put it on. If 24/7 shine control and steadfast makeup sound good to you, then you just found yourself a new best friend.
11. Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patches drain 👏 those 👏 zits 👏 so you can avoid picking or any of the other lovely benefits of a usually longer-lasting breakout. They're gentler than acne cream, speed up recovery to practically overnight, and do all the ~heavy lifting~ for you.
12. Or! Dr. Jart Focuspot™ Blemish Micro Tip Patches`tackle deeper, cystic acne thanks to their self-dissolving micro tips that work like your derm's usual methods. A combo of hyaluronic acid, vitamin B3, and peptides melt into the zit within ~two hours~ to soothe inflammation that usually takes MUCH longer to heal.
13. Vivienne Sabó Classic French Mascara has already converted many a brand snob into a believer in lower-priced mascaras. It's a one-stop journey to thick, fanned lashes in just a bat of the eye — aka all the results you expect from high-end labels, just without the scary spending.
14. HerStyler Hair Repair Serum takes matters into its own hands when it comes to treating fried, damaged tresses. Infused with vitamin E, aloe vera, and argan oil, this bb works overtime to restore shine, flatten frizz, and overall bring that tired mane back to LIFE. And all it takes a few swipes of your fingers.
15. Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick lasts (and lasts) without feathering or drying — it's buildable, actually hydrating, and helps make your pucker look fuller and wider. Aka it is WELL worth the splurge.
16. Juno & Co. Microfiber Velvet Sponge will make your beauty routine feel extra luxurious every morning. Not only is it *super* soft, but it blends and contours better than most traditional sponges — meaning, you're about to have a new set of "skills".
17. The Birchbox+BuzzFeed Splurge-Worthy Beauty Box helps you enjoy the ultimate treat-yourself routine — aka start 2020 off RIGHT. Your hair *and* skin will look and feel top-notch, thanks to this collection of luxe brands.
18. Ecotools Makeup Brush Cleansing Shampoo washes away months (years?) of gunk off your brushes, and conditions old bristles back to their original form in a matter of minutes. Even if you're lazy you can handle this, I promise.
19. Schick Silk Touch-Up Dermaplaning Tools remove peach fuzz and shape brows painlessly (and without paying for a wax). They're gentle, precise, and won't leave irritation marks like most threading or razors. Aka your face will be as smooth as a baby's bottom and you'll never have to pay the price.
20. Cirepil Blue Wax is not only the brand that most higher-end salons use, but it's easy as all heck to use at home for literally half the cost. People swear it's practically painless, leaves zero bumps or redness, and gives them the same results as a professional session. Feel free to tip yourself.
21. Lorac Lux Diamond Palette (almost literally) puts a sparkle in your eye with 20 mesmerizing shades in velvety matte and metallic shimmer. Each one is buttery smooth, amazingly pigmented, and super nourishing (ty, chamomile and cornflower extracts).
22. CeraVe Moisturizing Cream helps you flake on super dry and red skin with literally just this product. It's so thick yet effective that it's earned the National Eczema Seal of Acceptance, which you'll definitely understand when your complexion finally feels hydrated for 24 hours.
23. Kiehl's Daily Reviving Concentrate brings out your ~inner glow~, even if it's currently hidden under stressed-out skin. It's infused with ginger root, sunflower oil, and tamanu oil to quickly energize and brighten tired complexions. Who stayed up all night looking at Baby Yoda memes? According to our radiant skin, not us.
24. Brilliant Beauty Eyelash Curler pumps up your lashes' volume without ~maxing out~ your card — all before you even put on mascara. Reviewers with short lashes swear by these, because they effectively lengthen without tugging or pulling!
25. Coco & Eve Like A Virgin Hair Masque allows you to rewind when it comes to years of coloring. Its astoundingly nourishing coconut and fig blend does such a good job at restoring shine and health, you'll wonder if you've ever SEEN bleach.
26. Maybelline Instant Rewind Treatment Concealer uses a sponge applicator tip and goji berry extracts to treat dark circles and puffy under-eyes très vite so you can forget all about your 2 a.m. Netflix binge in one quick, easy step.
27. Tarte Pearly Girl Vegan Teeth Whitening Pen works on-the-go to help give your grin a boost — not to mention its soft-bristle brush works well even on uneven teeth thanks to its 360° application. AND it's bleach-free, which is great for avoiding sensitivity!
28. Cosmedica Skincare Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum treats your skin to this widely loved, holy grail ingredient...for cheap! It addresses really every general skincare goal — an even skin tone, brightness, hydration, and a smooth and soft complexion. Think of this as an easy-peasy form of TLC.
29. Lipstick Queen Lipstick puts an end to hunting down a shade that feels natural. This little stick of magic shifts into a fitting hue based on your lips' pH level, which is a heck of a lot easier than standing in front of the makeup counter for approximately 17 hours.
30. Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Color lives up to its fancy name. It simplifies creating a gorgeous smoky eye to just a few easy swipes, thanks to its creamy formula. Good thing your not-so-hard work will last all day.
31. Acure Brightening Facial Scrub multitasks like no other exfoliant by clearing excess oil, treating breakouts, and bringing out a glowing complexion from underneath. Gone are the days of dimming your bank account in the name of brighter skin.
32. Lorac Front of the Line PRO Liquid Eyeliner ~hands~ over total control so you can easily guide its tip over your lash line. Its flexible tip is designed to glide smoothly and deliver a bold, precise finish. And! It's water-resistant in case you cry tears of joy.
33. Undone Beauty Lip + Cheek Cream allows you to maintain a rosy glow all day in the easiest way possible. It'll give you the same effects as both a designer creamy blush and lip tint, but lets you decide how much you'd like to build.
34. Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Facial Cream accomplishes quite the magic trick. It transforms ~atmospheric vapor~ into a fresh water formula to provide nourishing hydration that lasts up to 72 hours (!!!). The cherry on top: its hyaluronic acid helps you kiss dull and uneven skin tones goodbye. Talk about cloud nine.
35. Bioré Deep Cleaning Pore Strips draw blackheads, dirt, and oil out of clogged pores from your nose and forehead like a freaking magnet. Deep clean does not even BEGIN to define these.
36. PleasingCare Natural Bamboo Charcoal Oil Absorbing Tissues confront midday shiny T-zones head on by absorbing excess oil, controlling shine, AND soothing irritated complexions with bamboo charcoal. Blotting has never been so satisfying.
37. Covergirl TruBlend Undercover Concealer prevents ruining your entire morning in the name of covering a pimple, and surprise yourself with how quickly this'll get the job done. Its stick design is easy to use and blend, plus reviewers say it takes *very* little to achieve full coverage without additional foundation. No fuss. No mess.
38. Remilia Keratin Hair Treatment needs only a *drop* of its powerful blend of vitamin B5, silk proteins, and keratin to treat oily roots, hydrate parched locks, and strengthen damaged manes. You can use them as both a heat protectant and a quick repair serum!
39. Obagi Nu-Derm Gentle Facial Cleanser does it all for people in search of clearer complexions: a complex of oat amino acids and alfalfa extract detoxifies breakouts, controls excess oil, and evens skin tone, while aloe vera soothes inflammation and cools redness. Let us say thanks that this miraculously doesn't require a prescription.
40. Diane Fromm Twist Flex Rods style your hair into gorgeous ringlets while you catch up on your beauty sleep (and give your locks a needed break from heat tools). Consider these to be your overnight hairstylist that you absolutely do not need to tip.
41. Tend Skin Care Solution nixes ingrown hairs and razor bumps ~in the bud~. When applied before waxing or shaving, it drastically reduces redness, irritation, and bumps — even in the bikini area!
42. Radha Beauty Rosehip Oil requires merely a few drops to tackle redness, scarring, pimples, and everything in-between. Reviewers use this before bed and wake up to ✨glowing✨, healing skin! Nothing will get in your way of clear skin again...not on this bb's watch.
43. MediHeal Ampule Masks come in a slew of formulas to target specific skin goals — they're quick, effective, and most importantly, cheap! We're talking tea tree oil (to clear acne), collagen (to lift and firm), an intensive hydrating formula (to deeply moisturize), and more. These + 15 minutes = happy, happy skin.
44. Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer comes at a high price, but has already proven to be worth the splurge (at least according to hundreds of happy reviewers). Not only is it engineered to protect your hair from damage, but dries even thick manes quickly and easily. AND it'll promote extra shine, leaving you with slo-mo worthy, shiny locks in no time.
But remember the cardinal rule no matter how much you spend on makeup:
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