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    36 Cheap Things That'll Actually Help You Look More Put-Together

    I really feel like now is when I stop wearing leggings every day. But we'll see.

    1. A super-comfy T-shirt dress so you have something a little more ~upscale~ to throw on when paired with either heels (eh) or flats. And you better bet you'll feel like you're still in your PJs while at work. Best Dressed, INDEED.

    2. A charcoal toothpaste, because this'll give you fresh pearly whites without costing you a lot of *green*, making a mess of your sink, OR requiring any more effort than just regularly brushing.

    3. A pair of platform espadrilles for easily *elevating* your style while staying comfortably low to the ground. Priorities.

    4. A facial hair remover to remove peach fuzz (if you want to) painlessly (and without paying for a wax). It's 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 drag yourself to the salon.

    5. A quality razor that'll take close shaves to a whole new level so you can toss dull, irritating blades. It has 🚨five blades🚨 to ensure comfort and precision, and even moisturizes your skin as you go. I do believe smooth legs are finally on the horizon.

    6. A front-tie T-shirt in both short and long sleeves so you can stay your relentlessly comfortable self while still managing to look *extra* presentable for work.

    7. A double-sided Revlon liquid lipstick, because a classic red lip = instantly chic...leggings be damned. PLUS this one boasts a glossy topcoat and lasts up to ~16 hours~. Drink all the coffee you want — this'll keep you looking *done up* the whole time.

    8. An ultra-slim pocket wallet to fit all your cash and cards without the bulky pocket. Tl;dr: you'll have no excuse to leave your MetroCard in the wrong jacket pocket now.

    9. A bitter-tasting varnish for finally joining the thousands of people who have already kicked the pesky habit of biting their nails by using this. It dries clear, but you'll know it's there thanks to its bitter taste. Fresh manis > picked cuticles.

    10. A sleeveless mock-neck top with gold buttons that'll dress up your go-to jeans for a way more ~polished~ effect than your regular tees.

    11. An Xtava large hair diffuser for enhancing your natural curls' texture and definition with ~360 degree~ airflow to dry hair evenly, maximize volume, and cancel pesky frizz. It even features extra-long tips with drying vents to speedily dry thick, long hair from root to tip. Goodbye, flyaways. Hello, sleek blowouts.

    12. A faux crocodile leather wrap belt that'll meet you in the middle when it comes to updating just about every ensemble you own. Suddenly looking sophisticated at the office isn't just a fantasy.

    13. A bottle of Teddie Organics rose water toner spray so you can tell redness and oily T-zones to take a hike and leave you with a dewy, refreshed complexion that lasts allll day. You just have to spritz.

    14. A faux leather bucket bag, because this'll be the only thing you need to grab on your way out the door to look a little more put-together. Maybe just change out of your pajamas first.

    15. A bottle of Fanola purple shampoo for brightening your blonde hair to fully platinum in just one to three minutes. Translation: you get to maintain platinum blonde tresses ALL THE TIME without a trip to the pricey salon.

    16. A pair of snake-print palazzo trousers that'll encourage you to ditch your overused denim in favor of bottoms that are not only MUCH more relaxed, but will instantly make you look promotion-ready.

    17. A Maybelline BB cream so you can skip foundation altogether, thanks to its ability to blur pores, hydrate skin, and give you a ~natural-looking glow~. Go ahead, hit the snooze button again.

    18. An off-the-shoulder maxi dress with side slits and POCKETS, because this'll let you rely on a trendy one-and-done outfit that you can throw on whenever you want to look more sophisticated. Who wears black jeans every single day? I don't recall....

    19. A pack of Rael pimple patches for draining zits overnight and reducing the lifetime of your breakout faster than you can say pop. They take a second to slap on, speed up recovery to practically overnight, and help you totally skip the whole "how to conceal this flaky scar" process.

    20. A short-sleeved bodysuit that'll prove to be your most reliable top. It's basic, cute, and will cancel any fear of your outfit becoming *untucked*. Basically it'll do all the work of making you look composed.

    21. A cult-favorite NYX liquid eyeliner so you can (at long last last) master the cat-eye. This checks off all the boxes needed to win the champion drugstore title: it's super-pigmented (this ink is blacker than black), has a smooth AF formula for easy application, and boasts a tip so fine, you can play with graphic line designs.

    22. A pair of seamless hipster undies, because this is your moment to tell panty lines the ~bottom line~: they are no longer welcome to ruin our pencil skirts. Sorry not sorry.

    23. A Maybelline under-eye concealer for treating dark circles so quickly it won't even feel like an extra step. Look who's drinking water and sleeping! At least so it seems.

    24. A pair of delicate earring climbers that'll save the day for those of us who never take out our earrings — these'll make sure you still look polished and on-trend every day when just keeping these in.

    25. A cold-pressed rosehip oil so you can reap the benefits of clear skin without a complicated routine (as if). It'll brighten skin, dramatically reduce stubborn breakouts and pigmentation, and moisturize dehydrated skin by combining antioxidants and essential fatty acids. What an overachiever.

    26. A striped belted jumpsuit, because is there anything better than a one-and-done outfit that makes you look dressed up? No. Your sweats could NEVER.

    27. A waterproof tote bag for a stylish sidekick no matter your activity. It works as a gym bag (lol), to carry your books, go to the grocery store, you get it. It fits a surprising amount so if you're one to bring your entire bathroom everywhere you go, you'll no longer need to deal with a bulky purse.

    28. A set of Neogen lemon peeling pads that'll seriously upgrade your beauty routine with extremely little effort. The combo of lactic acid, glycolic acid, and lemon, orange, and papaya extracts work together to clear clogged pores, fade scars, and brighten the heck out of your skin. And all it takes is a flick of your wrist.

    29. A stylish baseball cap so you can ~cut out~ any bad hair days — and by that I mean we haven't washed our hair in about three days. No one shall know.

    30. A pack of Goodwipes hygiene wipes, because if you don't have time to shower after working out (more like you just slept too long) these'll swoop in and save the day. Goodbye, acne-causing bacteria. Hello, lovely-smelling armpits.

    31. A pair of waterproof sneakers for a cute new twist to "rain boots." These'll make sure your outfits never get ~soggy~ again, rain or shine. Yes, this means you'll have to leave the house.

    32. A Mizon all-in-one moisturizer that'll bring the rewards of the lauded ~black snail~ right to your fingertips. It won't be slow to show you why it's usually so expensive: minimized pores, cleared blackheads, and a brighter complexion are just some of what this brings to the table. All you have to do is remember to moisturize. Easy.

    33. An A-line pleated midi skirt with POCKETS so you can update all your usual T-shirts to make dressing up easier than ever. Heck, this may feel better than wearing your jeans — which is why they're being replaced.

    34. A Sally Hansen gel effect top coat, because this'll keep pro-level nails ~on hand~ without ever leaving the house. Meaning, you'll get all the perks of a fancy gel mani straight from your couch — it's fast-dry, high-shine, and will make your hard work last (and last).

    35. A pair of vintage-y round sunglasses for always looking effortlessly cool — key word "effortless." Am I wearing makeup underneath these? Absolutely not.

    36. A Garnier Fructis in-shower styler that'll truly cut your morning routine in half. It can be mixed into your shampoo to streamline your shower (but keep all the conditioning benefits), and uses argan oil and plant keratin to smooth each and every strand as you blow dry, aka you won't need to straighten. Shiny hair AND more time to sleep? Be still, my heart.

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