Our 10 Must-Have Makeup Bag Picks Under $10
In this economy, having an affordable makeup routine is a must. We’re fans of getting the most bang for your buck where it counts: and that’s on everyday products. Think about how much you’ll save with beauty staples that cost you less than $10 each! And the best part is, no one will be the wiser (even you) because designer dupes are better than ever. If you’ve ever wanted to start fresh and build your best affordable makeup routine, this is your chance. Here are the 10 makeup bag must-haves–all under $10 each.
Primer might play a supporting role in your beauty routine but if you ask us, it’s definitely a main character. It elevates your makeup game by priming your skin for makeup and it keeps it looking better, longer. A quality hydrating primer with skincare ingredients like niacinamide, glycerine, cucumber juice and hyaluronic acid means you can even skip the foundation because your skin will look that good.
An eye upgrade for $6? Sign us up. This color-correcting concealer makes quick work of dark circles and gives the eyes a serious brightening boost. The comfy formula glides onto the skin effortlessly making blending a breeze. With shea butter and hyaluronic acid, your eyes are in for a real self-care treat.
If only it was super easy to contour and highlight your skin for a pro-worthy finish. Wait, it is! This $8 dual-ended contouring and highlight stick makes shaping and defining a breeze. It’s creamy and ultra blendable making it foolproof to use. Apply the contour end on areas you want to define, like along the hollows of the cheeks, temples and sides of your nose. Save the highlight end for areas you want to elevate and add a glowing finish to, like the cheekbones and along the bridge of the nose.
Shine happens and the best way to deal with it quickly is with a trusty loose powder. This powder does it better because it works on both warm and cool skin tones, helps set makeup, blurs imperfections and boosts the brightness of skin. Simply dust it onto skin lightly and say goodbye to excess shine.
Brown mascara is trending but we think it has the staying power for your affordable makeup routine. Not only does it give your lashes a pretty and natural effect, but it also gives the eyes a rich depth that’s softer than black. Consider this $7 tube a timeless classic.
6. Dewy and matte blush combo
An affordable blush duo that covers all your complexion and daily wear needs does exist. This cream and powder combo is like getting two blushes for one–and it’s $7. Go ahead and grab a few of the trending shades for the perfect colorful flush. The shades can be used alone or layered for a customized effect.
Go ahead and skip that pricey pro brow lamination and try this $7 laminating wax instead. It grooms brows instantly and makes them look polished and sleek without a lot of effort. The product's built-in comb and bristle brush ensure brows look their best any day of the week.
This neutral plumping lip liner is so worth its $4 price tag. This designer dupe is beloved for its smooth texture, long wear and semi-matte finish. Whether you use it as a lipstick base, to outline lips with gloss or even to fill in your whole pout, this liner is an affordable makeup routine must–trust us!
It’s versatile, anything but boring and guaranteed to make your lips look incredible for only $6. Clear tinted lip oil is the kind of product we can’t hype up enough. It gives your lips serious shine and a comfy lip feel, unlike a sticky gloss can. We love the versatility of a clear formula because you can use it with tinted lip liners to switch things up.
Makeup bag real estate is hard to come by and this 4-in-1 brush helps save space and face! This one $5 tool is an eyeshadow, eyeliner, blush and powder brush. Now that’s what we call a true affordable makeup must-have!
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