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Home • Makeup

10 Best Beauty Products Under $10

Our glam squad shows you how to spend less and impress with beauty goodies that won't disappoint.
By Essence · Updated October 27, 2020
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Roller ball scents rock! They’re small and spillproof, and this particular jasmine bouquet is supersexy.

Flower Beauty Sultry Flowerball Fragrance ($9.99, Walmart).

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“This pumped-up new formula delivers continuous hydration and luminous skin,” said our Beauty and Style Director Pamela Edwards Christiani.

After your bath or shower, apply this vitamin-rich lotion to damp skin for ultimate moisture. Jergens Shea Butter Deep Conditioning Moisturizer ($3.98, 8 oz, Walmart).

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Bold lips are still hot for fall, so these punchy hues will keep you on trend. Maximize wear by dabbing foundation on your lips as a base before applying a pop of color. Avon Ultra Color Bold Lipstick in Pink Punch, Ruby Shock and Hi-Def Plum ($8 each, avon.com).

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Get ready for a deep clean, thanks to the charcoal, which acts as a magnet for dirt and impurities. You’ll feel the difference after one use! Bioré Deep Pore Charcoal Cleanser ($7.99, Target).

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Long-lasting lip formulas have been a pain to remove—until now. This winner easily erases color while leaving your kisser hydrated. Sephora Collection Oil-in-Gel Lipstick Remover ($9.50, Sephora).

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Say bye-bye to B.O. (and harsh chemicals) and hello to an all-natural deodorant that refreshes with tea tree oil.

Lavanila Healthy Mini Deodorant ant in Vanilla Grapefruit ($8, lavanila.com).

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“It’s the perfect pocket-size moisture zap for my son’s sensitive skin,” said our Beauty editor Nykia Spradley.

Family-friendly and travel-size, this multi-purpose stick heals chapped lips and dry skin and soothes rashes and burns. Mustela Hydra-stick with Cold Cream nutri-protective ($9.50, mustelausa.com).

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Gone are the days when men wash and go. This cream will keep his skin soft and touchable. Dove Men+Care Revitalize+ Face Lotion ($7.49, Walgreens).

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“Powerful capuacu butter and milk smooth my curls without weighing them down,” said our beauty assistant Andrea Jordan.

Combat dull, frizzy hair with a milky leave-in that locks in moisture and defines curls. Herbal Essences The Sleeker the Butter Smooth & Creamy Hair Milk ($4.99, CVS).

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This one’s for you, DIY nail art lovers. The handy set allows for simple drawing, marbling and dotting for an eye-catching personalized mani. Cina Nail Art Dotting Marble Tool Kit ($9.99, sallybeauty.com).

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