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1. Maybelline Fit Me Foundation boasts ~40 shades~ so you're likely to find a close match for your skin — which is great, because it's already a wildly popular choice for blurring enlarged pores and controlling excess oil all day, every day.
2. Tonymoly I'm Real Face Mask Sheet Pack triumphs as a cult-favorite among mask lovers, thanks to the wide variety included, their soothing effects, and surprising affordability. Each (all-natural) formula targets a different goal, from brightening to clearing breakouts so no matter what you're *covered*. Suddenly, feeling like you're at a spa can cost next to nothing.
3. 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.
4. Revlon ColorStay Brow Pencil grooms hairs into place with just a flick of the wrist. Its angled tip applicator pencil fills in your brows précisément, while the blending brush softens the color and ensures a natural finish.
5. Garnier Fructis Smoothing Treat One-Minute Hair Mask takes a grand total of ~60 seconds~ to restore dry, damaged hair into locks that S H I N E, thanks to nourishing avocado extracts. So long, frizz. Hello, slo-mo hair toss.
6. ChapStick Conditioning Lip Scrub makes your pucker as even as possible, therefore wishing flaky lips (and feathering lipstick) farewell. Not to mention its formula of maracuja and coconut oil, shea butter, and vitamin E will ensure its all ~smooth~ sailing from here.
7. Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Palette gives higher-end versions a run for their money, thanks to its silky finish, smooth blendability, intense color payout, and a-m-a-z-i-n-g pigment. ~Color~ me impressed.
8. Alba Botanica Maximum Strength Deep Clean Astringent combines the power of 2% salicylic acid, witch hazel, and willow bark solution to effectively treat those annoying active breakouts quickly and easily. Any last words, pimples? Too late.
9. Sally Hansen Color Therapy Nail Polish lets you keep pro-level nails ~on hand~ without the hefty bill. Not only does this last longer without chipping than most polishes (reviewers say up to 10 days!), but actually improves your natural nails' overall health and strength with argan oil.
10. Patchology FlashPatch Illuminating Eye Gels take a mere five minutes of your time to *perk up* tired under-eyes, courtesy of their caffeine formula. Aka you'll be able to put puffiness and dark circles to ~rest~, even if you binged The Office all night.
11. Revlon ColorStay Skinny Liquid Eyeliner prefers the minimalist approach — at least when it comes to its fine, fine tip. Its super skinny applicator allows total control and a neat finish, while its long-lasting color formula will stay in place all darn day. No smears, fears, or tears here.
12. 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.
13. Goody Hair SlideProof Hair Tie Elastics hold updo's in place without sliding *or* pinching, thanks to their gentle (but strong!) hold. And yes — reviewers say these can keep up during workouts. FINALLY.
14. HomeMediCare Spot 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.
15. Maybelline Volum' Express The Colossal Mascara plumps your lashes to practically falsies level thanks to its collagen-infused formula and thick brush. And you better bet you'll never see a clump.
16. Wet n Wild brushes save you boatloads of money, but never sacrifice quality. Their two-toned synthetic Polymax fibers feel just like natural hairs (in a totally non-creepy way) and even have ergonomic handles for total control.
17. Nyx Professional Makeup Butter Gloss comes in a whopping 26 shades so you can cheaply stock up on a slew of fun lip shades. Each glossy shade delivers sheer to medium coverage, never feels sticky, and essentially ~melts~ onto your pucker.
18. Pond's Cold Cream Cleanser acts as the only skincare step you need at the end of the day. It effortlessly removes even waterproof makeup, moisturizes, and deep-cleanses your pores — all at once. Anything to get us to bed faster, right?
19. E.l.f. Cosmetics Bronzer Palette delivers a tan-like, sun-kissed glow so you can look totally refreshed, even if you've yet to make it to the beach. It's sheer, soft, and easily buildable so you can choose your level of *radiance*.
20. Revlon Shine Nail Buffer lets you maintain shiny, strong nails without the need for professional manis. It shapes and shines even brittle nails so they always look *well-groomed*.
21. Burt's Bees Moisturizing Lip Shimmer soothes chapped lips with sunflower oil, vitamin E, and peppermint oil. Plus, it adds a subtle touch of shimmer and color. So you...basically...woke up like this.
22. Maybelline Makeup Baby Skin Instant Pore Eraser creates a smooth and long-lasting base for your foundation to ensure you ~look~ lasts all darn day. But that's not all: it drastically blurs pores, moisturizes your skin, and creates a soft, matte finish. Tl;dr: this is a blessing not so in disguise.
23. Yes To Charcoal Scrub and Cleanser Stick helps you wish pimples adieu with just a flick of your wrist. It uses charcoal, moisturizing avocado, and coconut oil to help you gently exfoliate your way back to clear skin *and* no more excess oil.
24. Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Leave-In Conditioning Cream ~smooths~ things over between you and tangles by nourishing each and every strand with vitamin E and argan oil. AND! Your now glossy mane will stay frizz-free, even in the toughest humidity.
25. Broadway Vita-Lip Clear Lip Gloss nourishes the heck out of your lips with three effective formulas. Rosehip oil moisturizes and heals cracked lips, mint oil delivers a cooling effect, and coconut oil ensures lasting hydration. Win, win, win.
26. L'Oreal Lock It Bold Control Hairspray fights humidity for up to ~48 hours~ so you don't need to worry about frizz ruining your perfect updo. It even adds a touch of volume — all while feeling super lightweight.
27. Ohii True Matte Lipstick boasts a velvety matte finish allll darn day *without* feathering or bleeding, meaning you can show off a bold red lip 'til sundown. Plus! This line is designed to complement all skin tones.
28. Neutrogena Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes wipe off the toughest waterproof eyeliners and mascaras before you even have time to even CONSIDER giving up and going to bed without a fresh face.
29. L.A. Girl Pro Conceal HD Concealer redefines "out of sight, out of mind" by making breakouts, dark under-eyes, WHATEVER disappear in a minute flat. Did I mention it's available in ~28~ shades?
30. Revlon Kiss Lip Balm hydrates your pout with natural fruit oils, while also giving you a subtle tint of sheer color *and* a touch of shine. All this plus SPF 20?! I'm pretty sure this is what they mean by having it all.
But remember the cardinal rule no matter how little you spend on makeup:
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