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The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room

These underrated finds were made for us and by us. 
The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
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By Samantha Callender · Updated October 26, 2020

It’s no secret that the beauty industry is dominated by brands that sometimes struggle to include a full range of skin tone-friendly products in their lineup. And it’s even less suprising that practically none of these makeup giants are Black-owned.  

Although Black bloggers and experts continue to establish themselves as an authority to these global brands, entrepreneurs are also taking matters into their own hands by creating products for us and by us. Some have gone on to become household names (IMAN Cosmetics, Sascha Buttercup, and Shea Moisture to name a few), but there are still hundreds of lesser-known ones just waiting to be discovered.

Before you head back to school, get familiar with 17 of our favorites and consider adding them to your dorm room shopping list. 

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01
Tajj Cosmetics Blush in Melanic

This line was made specifically for brown skin, so we guarantee you’ll actually be able to see this beautiful peach hue after applying. 

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at Tajj Cosmetics $18 Buy Here
02
MDMflow Lipstick in Supreme

Red lipstick is a classic beauty staple and this shade brings the heat.

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at MDMflow $19 Buy Here
03
Beelux Goods Lust Highlighter

Get your glow on with this shimmery highlighter that will take your end of summer tan to new levels.

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at Beelux Goods $10 Buy Here
04
Colour U Cosmetics 12 Hr. Lip Paint in Vamp

Achieve a perfect plum pout with this lip paint that stays put all day. 

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at Colour U Cosmetics $18 Buy Here
05
Life of a Bombshell Palette

Filled with shades that range from warm neutrals to deep plums, this palette is just what you need for the upcoming fall season. 

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at Life of a Bombshell $16 Buy Here
06
The Crayon Case Murda Matte Lipstick

This sultry shade is a perfect way to vamp up your look and the long wear is a bonus!

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at The Crayon Case $12 Buy Here
07
Vera Moore Concealer Plus

Find your perfect shade of concealer with this beauty brand that caters to the rich undertones of brown skin. 

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at Vera Moore Cosmetics $19 Buy Here
08
Honey Kissed Cosmetics Bronze & Bougie Illuminator

This rich pigment is an all-in-one product that can be used almost anywhere on the body for a head-to-toe glow.

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at Honey Kissed Cosmetics $12 Buy Here
09
Amby Rose The Shard Lipstick

The popular UK-based blogger recently unveiled her first makeup collection and it includes this pretty purple shade.

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at Amby Rose $16 Buy Here
10
Danessa Myricks Beauty Constellation Glitter

This Black woman-owned company makes a bold blue pigment that shows up and shows out on brown skin.

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at Danessa Myricks Beauty $15 Buy Here
11
Ladie Mae Cosmetics Lipstick in Hourglass

This vitamin E-infused shade dries into a matte finish. 

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at Ladie Mae Cosmetics $20 Buy Here
12
RD Beauty #TheGoals Lash

When mascara isn’t enough, create more length and volume with a pair of these lashes.  

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at RD Beauty $8 Buy Here
13
B.A.A.B.S Felt Tip Liner

This super fine applicator makes drawing winged lines easier than ever.

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at B.A.A.B.S $12 Buy Here
14
Nicolet Beauty Vegan Lip Gloss

This cruelty-free and vegan line brings rich colors to their potted lip gloss, like this succulent berry shade. 

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at Nicolet Beauty $14 Buy Here
15
Magnolia Makeup Creole Tomato Eyeshadow

Give this New Orleans, LA- based makeup brand a try and have fun experimenting with truly bold colors.

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at Magnolia Makeup $12 Buy Here
16
Laws of Nature Cosmetics Foxy Finish Mineral Loose Foundation

This is easy-to-use and buildable formula delivers full coverage that is also lightweight. 

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at Laws of Nature Cosmetics $20 Buy Here
17
Jay-Jill Cosmetics Concealer Pots

Give this full service beauty brand a try, starting with its concealers that melt into your skin and blend perfectly with foundation.

The Under $20 Black-Owned Makeup Finds That Belong In Your Dorm Room
available at Jay-Jill Cosmetics $16 Buy Here
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