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Summer Essentials Under $10

Summer's around the corner so a beauty re-up is in order! Here are 10 of our favorite summer must-haves that won't break the bank!
By Virginia Lowman · Updated October 27, 2020
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Summer Beauty Must-Haves

Summer’s around the corner so a beauty re-up is in order! Here are 10 of our favorite summer must-haves that won’t break the bank!

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On-the-Go Skin Saver

A Frenchie favorite, micellar water is the ultimate skincare save all. Makeup remover? Check. Cleanser? Check. Skin refresher? Check.

$6.99, at target.com

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Lash Amplifier

Make the most of your lashes with the newest addition to Maybelline’s ‘Colossal’ line. Two coats and your lashes are next-level gorgeous. Skip the shadow and the liner— you won’t need it.

Maybelline The Colossal Spider Effect Mascara ($6, at drugstores)

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Nail Conditioner

Brittle nails be gone! This nail polish remover has a gel base that conditions as it removes color. Win-win!

Caption Onto the Next Creme Remover ($5.95, at dermstore.com)

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Perfect Summer Pout

Balmy lips fare better in warm weather. This lip stain is has stay power and strong color wear for all of those poolside cocktails you’ll be sipping on.

e.l.f. Acqua Beauty Radiant Gel Lip Stain ($4, at elfcosmetics.com)

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Perfect Tropical Polish

Whether you’re a negative space mani girl or a fan of the basic french, a pop of color is essential for any summer nail look. This Sunshine State of Mind coral hue from Essie is the perfect all-occasion shade.

Essie Nail Color in Sunshine State of Mind ($8.50, at essie.com)

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Pearly White Perfector

What’s a summer selfie if your smile isn’t pearly white? Hello’s new Extra Whitening Fluoride Toothpaste is sure to become a staple in your morning beauty routine.

Hello Adult Flouride Whitening Toothpaste ($4.49, at tartget.com)

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Ultimate Heel Softener

Admit it, your heels could use a little help. This Pedi Spa Gentle Exfoliating foot scrub is the easy way to make sure that your feet stay sandal-ready.

PediSpa Gentle Exfoliating Foot Mask ($9.99, at target.com)

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Ultimate Lip Conditioning Balm

Warm weather means dryer skin. Keep your lips hydrated and smooth with this easy-to-carry on-the-go balm to touch up through out the day.

Vaseline Lip Therapy Lip Balm Tin in Aloe Vera ($4.39, at walgreens.com)

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After-Sun Soother

After a day in the sun, your skin needs a break and a boost of hydration This sheet mask is packed with nourishing goodies like coconut juice, Vitamin B & C and free-radical fighting antioxidants.

Leaders Coconut Gel Mask with Brocolli ($6, at ulta.com)

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Double-Duty Brow Shaper

Warmer temperatures mean less makeup, but that’s no excuse for your brow game to falter. We love this brow pencil because it’s cocktailed with a highlighter to ensure maximum fleekage.

Soap & Glory Arch de Triomph Eyebrow Shaper & Highlighter ($9, at soapandglory.com)

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