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1. Garnier Sleek and Shine serum smooths even the most stubborn frizz and is highly-rated for keeping flyaways down in up to 90% humidity, so you won't have to worry about the weather wrecking your 'do.
2. Wet n wild MegaGlo Highlighter lights up your face with a ton of glow, but no chunky glitter, so your complexion will look naturally luminous. Like you're lit from within!
3. Burt's Bees lip balm completely banishes flaky lips, keeping your pout hydrated with a combination of 100% natural ingredients and a wide range of delicious scents.
4. Maybelline eyeshadow singles give you total makeup freedom, whether you want to add a pop of bold color or sweep on a neutral everyday shade.
5. Neutrogena Deep Clean scrub gets the gunk out of your pores and softens skin with an oil-free, beta hydroxy acid formula. But the best part? The formula is also super gentle, making it safe to use every single day.
6. Walmart's Beauty Box arrives in your mail quarterly, stuffed to the gills with samples from brands you already love and brands you're going to love — and all you have to do is pay for shipping!
7. NYX Butter Glosses have awesome pigmentation and a super buttery formula (it's right in the name!), so you won't have to deal with sticky gloss all day.
8. Black Radiance Pressed Powder is specifically designed for darker skin tones. This oil-free powder is perfect for on-the-go touchups — it can mattify that oily t-zone and naturally contour those cheekbones in a matter of seconds.
9. Wet n wild Liquid Catsuit Lipstick lasts absolutely forever on your lips — this magical matte liquid lipstick won't budge through pizza, rainstorms, or makeouts, trust me.
10. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Overnight Mask takes the formula of the cult-favorite moisturizer and packs all of its benefits into a mask that works overnight. Talk about beauty sleep!
11. Real Techniques blending sponges have the same bouncy texture as other sponges five times the price. They'll also give your foundation the same airbrushed texture, and a basically poreless finish.
12. Rimmel Scandaleyes liner keeps your eyes looking poppin' with complementary shades that'll make a ton of different eye colors totally stand out. It's also mega waterproof, so this stuff isn't coming off until you're ready.
13. Wet n wild Photo Focus Foundation evens out skin and is specifically formulated to look great in photos, so get ready to take a ton of selfies. You deserve it.
14. Covergirl blushes are a classic for a reason — they're super blendable and buildable, so you can rock 'em whether you want just a little flush or a full-on rosy look.
15. E.L.F Eyeshadow Primer provides a perfect, smooth canvas for just about any eye look you can imagine. It packs just enough pigment to remove any redness or imperfections, but not so much that it'll interfere with your shadows.
16. NYX HD Concealer blends beautifully and has the perfect amount of non-cakey coverage, so just go ahead and say goodbye forever to dark circles, acne, and redness.
17. Maybelline Great Lash mascara is a standby in makeup bags everywhere. It curls, defines, and stays on, plus it's hypoallergenic and safe for people who wear contacts.
18. Covergirl Exhibitionist Lipstick comes in a ton of shades, and no matter what kind of look you're going for, the creamy formula is super comfortable and won't feel ridiculously dry on your lips. Plus, it'll stay put — no more having to worry that your red lipstick just stained your white blouse!
19. Maybelline Fit Me Blush blends like a dream and comes in a ton of shades, so you're sure to find one that'll make your skin ~glow.~
20. Neutrogena MoistureSmooth Color Sticks pack a ton of moisture and a sheer wash of color that'll enhance your natural lips and leave your pout looking perfect.
21. NYX Jumbo Eye Pencils multitask as an eye base, an eyeshadow, an eyeliner, and more — the white shade "Milk" is a fan fave for tightlining and brightening.
22. Essie nail polishes last forever on the nails and come in classic and trendy shades that are sure to go with your look of the moment.
23. Maybelline Brow Precise pencil lets you fill in your brows with perfect, tiny, hair-like strokes, so you can customize exactly how much definition you want.
24. eos Lip and Cheek Tints provide a sheer wash of color that's buildable, so you can just leave it as a tint or rock a bolder style. Plus, since it's a multi-use product, it's perfect to throw in your bag for those days when you need something on the go.
25. Real Techniques eye brushes are mega soft and will blend even the toughest of shadows into a perfectly smooth look.
26. Ardell lashes bring mega drama to your look. Plus, they're reusable — so you can save them for special events or just a regular Tuesday. Wear 'em whenever. Live your life.
27. Lipsmacker tsum tsums truly are the best of both worlds. They're cute AF and contain a lip balm that's both ultra-hydrating and smells like your childhood.
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