With so many affordable beauty products on the market, it can be difficult to sift through the junk to find the good stuff. You know, the stuff that really works. Not all beauty products are created equal, and any beauty guru can tell you that if she's worth her weight in Ulta gift cards .
So what are we looking for as we browse through the overstocked shelves of any drugstore, beauty counter, or online destination? We're looking for products that get results. And how do we know if these products produce the magic that they so often promise? The answer is, the customers tell us. If a person continues to come back again and again and repurchase the same product, that means it has to be working!
So how do you find these pot-of-gold products? We've hand-picked ten of the most affordable high-end beauty products coveted by makeup mavens and given you a little rundown of what they do, how much they cost, and where to purchase them. If you're looking for the perfect at-home facial starter kit, a moisturizing lip balm that keeps your pout smooth all day, or a vitamin C-infused face wash that keeps your pores pure and your skin refreshed, we've got you covered!
Fleur & Bee Skincare Starter Set, $80
Sometimes skincare can seem like a lot. Knowing where to start can be daunting. Don't worry, Fleur & Bee has a perfect skincare starter kit that is oh so amazing! This simple and natural routine actually works and will leave your skin feeling fresh and glowy. The kit includes 5 full-sized products that you will love:
- So Clean! – Natural Facial Cleanser
- Rose and Shine – Refreshing Rose Water Toner
- Nectar of the C – Rejuvenating Vitamin C Serum
- Eyes Eyes Baby – Anti-Aging Eye Cream
- Crème de la Cream – Moisturizing Face Cream
Shop The Starter Kit, (Fleur & Bee, $80)
Hanacure All-in-One Facial Starter Kit, $29
This Korean all-in-one facial is designed to help all skin types with some of the most common problems our skin faces as it ages. It removes impurities while lifting, smoothing, invigorating, and toning, giving skin a visibly younger appearance.
Shop Hanacure Facial Starter Kit, (Violet Grey, $29)
DHC Deep Cleansing Oil, $28
It's hard to remove makeup and excess dirt without feeling like you're drying out your skin or scrubbing your face raw. This Deep Cleansing Oil from DHC makes the job a cinch!
Shop The DHC Deep Cleansing Oil, (Dermstore, $28)
Peter Thomas Roth Pumpkin Enzyme Mask, $35
Looking for a highly powerful exfoliating treatment that helps aging skin to fight against dullness? Perfect for anyone with a congested complexion, this pumpkin enzyme mask is a fan-favorite from the beauty mavens at Peter Thomas Roth.
Shop The Pumpkin Enzyme Mask, (Walmart, $35)
Kosas LipFuel, $18
We know you have a drawer full of half-used lip balms already, but Kosas LipFuel is different from every other balm you've ever tried. It is infused with hyaluronic acid, which is powered by active botanicals. Because of this, the plumping and soothing action is unparalleled. This vitamin E-infused balm comes in both neutral and pigmented colors.
Shop Kosas LipFuel, (Violet Grey, $18)
Epionce Lytic Gel Cleanser, $28.80
Menthol and willow bark extract are the key ingredients in this gel cleanser which help to remove dirt and excess oil from your pores without disturbing the natural moisture barrier your skin needs.
Shop The Lytic Gel Cleanser, (Dermstore, $28.80)
Color Wow Dreamcoat Supernatural Spray, $28
This lightweight hair serum is a quick and easy way to refresh and nourish hair that feels dry and flat. It also protects against humidity and protects color-treated hair. Sounds like a winner!
Shop The Dreamcoat Supernatural Spray, (Dermstore, $28)
RapidLash RapidBrow Eyebrow Enhancing Serum, $28
This popular eyebrow enhancing serum is great for anyone who could use a little bit of extra help in the eyebrow department. We all know a full brow is very in right now!
Shop The Serum, (Walmart, $28)
South Seas Skincare Tahitian Tan Mist, $28
If you want to maintain that summer glow well into the colder months, you're going to need a little help. We all know tanning beds are an absolute disaster for your skin so instead try this dry-mist formula with zero grease or streaks from South Seas Skincare.
Shop The Tahitian Tan Mist, (Dermstore, $28)
Joanna Vargas Vitamin C Face Wash, $40
Do you want clear, glowy skin that looks like it was kissed by the dewdrops of a soft summer rain? Joanna Vargas Vitamin C Face Wash is your new weapon of choice! Choose this brightening cream-gel cleanser for a flawless complexion, and you won't regret it.
Shop The Vitamin C Face Wash, (Violet Grey, $40)
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