Beauty On A Budget: Get Gorgeous for $20 or Less

We’ve rounded up our favorite budget-friendly buys.

EOS Blueberry Acai Shea Butter ($3.29) - Each month, our editors handpick the newest products and trends that will keep you looking and feeling your best. And while we’re all about getting gorgeous, that doesn’t mean your beauty regime should break the bank. As April is Financial Capability Month, we’ve rounded up our favorite budget-friendly buys, all for $20 or less. Now, that’s a good look. By Britt Middleton This sweet sphere-shaped lip balm is packed with antioxidant-rich vitamin E, soothing shea butter and jojoba oil, perfect for smooching. Plus, it’s just so cute. (Photo: Evolution Of Smooth)

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EOS Blueberry Acai Shea Butter ($3.29) - Each month, our editors handpick the newest products and trends that will keep you looking and feeling your best. And while we’re all about getting gorgeous, that doesn’t mean your beauty regime should break the bank. As April is Financial Capability Month, we’ve rounded up our favorite budget-friendly buys, all for $20 or less. Now, that’s a good look. By Britt Middleton This sweet sphere-shaped lip balm is packed with antioxidant-rich vitamin E, soothing shea butter and jojoba oil, perfect for smooching. Plus, it’s just so cute. (Photo: Evolution Of Smooth)

Butter London Lolly Brights Lip Gloss in Chuffed ($20) - Ladies, make room in your makeup bag, because this new iridescent orange hue will be your go-to this season.  (Photo: ULTA) 

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Butter London Lolly Brights Lip Gloss in Chuffed ($20) - Ladies, make room in your makeup bag, because this new iridescent orange hue will be your go-to this season.  (Photo: ULTA) 

Rimmel London Scandaleyes Mascara ($5.99) - We couldn’t believe how fluttery our lashes looked with a few swipes of Rimmel’s newest formula, which promises the look of falsies with half the effort. (Photo: Rimmel London)

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Rimmel London Scandaleyes Mascara ($5.99) - We couldn’t believe how fluttery our lashes looked with a few swipes of Rimmel’s newest formula, which promises the look of falsies with half the effort. (Photo: Rimmel London)

Tropic Isle Living Jamaican Black Castor Oil ($10.99) - Forget those overpriced serums—all-natural Jamaican Black Castor oil can help regrow eyelashes and thicken sparse eyebrows at a fraction of the costs. Swipe some on 1-2 times a day with a clean mascara wand for results in as early as a month. (Photo: Tropic Isle Living)

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Tropic Isle Living Jamaican Black Castor Oil ($10.99) - Forget those overpriced serums—all-natural Jamaican Black Castor oil can help regrow eyelashes and thicken sparse eyebrows at a fraction of the costs. Swipe some on 1-2 times a day with a clean mascara wand for results in as early as a month. (Photo: Tropic Isle Living)

Tenoverten The Shield Top Coat ($18) - Now that we’ve showed you the hottest nail shades for spring, do keep them looking fresh for days. This multitasking top coat defends against chips and smudges and imparts incredible, long-lasting shine. (Photo: SEPHORA)

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Tenoverten The Shield Top Coat ($18) - Now that we’ve showed you the hottest nail shades for spring, do keep them looking fresh for days. This multitasking top coat defends against chips and smudges and imparts incredible, long-lasting shine. (Photo: SEPHORA)

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Ole Henriksen's The Clean Truth Cleansing Cloths ($15) - These cleansing cloths remove dirt, oil and stubborn makeup in a snap. Plus, they brighten your complexion with vitamin C and CoQ10, a reparative antioxidant that improves skin health. (Photo: SEPHORA)

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Ole Henriksen's The Clean Truth Cleansing Cloths ($15) - These cleansing cloths remove dirt, oil and stubborn makeup in a snap. Plus, they brighten your complexion with vitamin C and CoQ10, a reparative antioxidant that improves skin health. (Photo: SEPHORA)

Sephora Pore Clarifying Mask ($5) - Ideal for acne-prone and sensitive skin, this textured face mask unclogs pores and purges skin of impurities that cause breakouts. At five bucks a pack, there’s no reason not to stock up. (Photo: SEPHORA)

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Sephora Pore Clarifying Mask ($5) - Ideal for acne-prone and sensitive skin, this textured face mask unclogs pores and purges skin of impurities that cause breakouts. At five bucks a pack, there’s no reason not to stock up. (Photo: SEPHORA)

Shea Moisture Superfruit Complex Hand and Body Scrub ($9.99) - Bikini season is upon us, and this nourishing sugar scrub made with mango butter and green coffee bean extract is the perfect way to prep skin for maximum exposure. (Photo: ULTA) 

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Shea Moisture Superfruit Complex Hand and Body Scrub ($9.99) - Bikini season is upon us, and this nourishing sugar scrub made with mango butter and green coffee bean extract is the perfect way to prep skin for maximum exposure. (Photo: ULTA) 

Camille Rose Naturals Coconut Water Penetrating Hair Treatment ($20) - Dry, damaged locks are no match for this deep conditioning mask, a yummy mix of hydrating coconut water, aloe vera juice and coconut oil.  (Photo: Camille Rose Naturals)

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Camille Rose Naturals Coconut Water Penetrating Hair Treatment ($20) - Dry, damaged locks are no match for this deep conditioning mask, a yummy mix of hydrating coconut water, aloe vera juice and coconut oil.  (Photo: Camille Rose Naturals)

MOOM Organic Eyebrow Shaping Kit ($9.99) - We love a trip to our favorite waxing spot, but we all know this can wreak havoc on our budget—which is why we’re fans of extending our sessions with this at-home waxing kit made from organic sugar cane and soothing organic chamomile tea. (Photo: ULTA)

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MOOM Organic Eyebrow Shaping Kit ($9.99) - We love a trip to our favorite waxing spot, but we all know this can wreak havoc on our budget—which is why we’re fans of extending our sessions with this at-home waxing kit made from organic sugar cane and soothing organic chamomile tea. (Photo: ULTA)