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Every season brings a fresh wave of beauty finds that prove great products don’t have to come with a luxury price tag. Here are a few standout gems under $30 that have caught our eye. From skincare essentials that brighten and rejuvenate to makeup must-haves that add instant flair, these budget-friendly picks from brands like Bioderma, Essie, Marcelle, Clinique and more are shaping up to be the next everyday favourites.
BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask
The BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask is a bestselling overnight hydrogel mask that deeply hydrates, enhances skin elasticity, and promotes a glassy, glowing complexion. Paraben-free, fragrance-free, and non-comedogenic, it also helps minimize pores for a smoother, more radiant skin texture.
$29.4 on Amazon
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Essie care on-a-roll apricot roller ball
The essie Care On-a-Roll Apricot Roller Ball is a mess-free, on-the-go cuticle oil pen that conditions and hydrates nails with a 97% natural, vegan, 8-free formula. Its quick-absorbing, apricot-scented oil keeps cuticles soft and healthy while delivering salon-quality care anytime, anywhere.
$9.32 on Amazon (was $12.46)
LANEIGE Lip Glowy Balm
Compact and glossy, the LANEIGE Lip Glowy Balm is a sheer-tinted, nourishing balm that keeps lips hydrated with Shea and Murumuru Seed butters, perfect for daytime wear.
$25.5 on Amazon
OA Studio Collection makeup Sponge Set
These six luxuriously soft, latex-free blenders designed for seamless application of cream, powder, or liquid cosmetics. Sculpted to perfection, their iconic drop shape glides over every contour for a flawless, airbrushed finish, wet or dry.
$19.85 on Amazon
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e.l.f. Power Grip Dewy Setting Spray
e.l.f. Power Grip Dewy Setting Spray locks in makeup with a feather-light, ultra-fine mist while leaving skin hydrated and luminous. Infused with hyaluronic acid, aloe, and squalane, it grips every look for long-lasting, dewy perfection without a sticky trace.
$12.98 on Amazon
Rimmel London - Wonder'Volume Thrill Seeker Mascara
Rimmel London’s Wonder’Volume Thrill Seeker Mascara delivers bold, gravity-defying volume with a weightless, smudge-proof finish. Each lash is sculpted to perfection in extreme black, leaving eyes impossible to ignore.
$5.94 on Amazon (was $7.99)
Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patch Original
Meet your bedside beauty essential: Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patch Original, the hydrocolloid miracle that transforms overnight. These invisible stickers protect, heal, and visibly absorb blemishes, so you wake up to calmer, clearer skin without a trace of fuss.
$17.97 on Amazon (was $21.99)
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Neutrogena Collagen Bank Face Moisturizer
It’s your daily collagen boost in a jar—Neutrogena’s Collagen Bank Moisturizer smooths, firms, and plumps skin with luxe micro-peptides and bakuchiol. Lightweight and fast-absorbing.
$23.19 on Amazon (was $26.73)
Maybelline Grippy Serum Primer
Just think of this Grippy Serum Primer as the perfect finishing touch for all your makeup looks. It hugs your skin, locks in your makeup for 24 hours, and keeps your face looking fresh.
$13.57 on Amazon (was $15.96)
L’Oréal Paris Infallible 3-Second Makeup Setting Spray
If you’re looking for a flawless (and affordable!) setting spray, this might be the one. Get all-day makeup in just 3 seconds with the Infallible 3-Second Setting Mist—lightweight, waterproof, and perfect for every skin type.
$15.27 on Amazon (was $17.96)
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Marcelle CC Cream SPF 35
With a creamy formula that has anti-aging and skin-correcting benefits (plus SPF 35!), this CC cream from Marcelle is a must-try for anyone who loves a hydrating tint.
$36.95 on Amazon
Grace & Stella Under Eye Brightener Balm Stick
If you’ve been hustling a little harder than usual (go you!), don’t forget to pamper yourself with this unique balm stick from Grace & Stella. Say goodbye to puffy eyes and dark circles and hello to a brighter, fresher you.
$9.95 on Amazon (was $13.95)
Maybelline New York Lifter Gloss
Get your best pout yet with this lifter gloss, infused with hyaluronic acid for hydration and a fuller look. With an extra large wand for easy application and 20 stunning shades to choose from, this non-sticky gloss gives your lips next-level shine and colour.
$13.99 on Amazon
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Maybelline Lifter Lip Liner
Pair your gloss with this creamy lip liner infused with hyaluronic acid and jojoba oil. This liner adds definition without drying out your lips. What more could a lip-liner-lover ask for?
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Thayers Alcohol-Free Rose Petal Witch Hazel Facial Toner
A toner is an essential part of any skincare routine, and this Thayers Alcohol-Free Rose Petal Witch Hazel Facial Toner gently soothes and hydrates the skin. It helps minimize the appearance of enlarged pores while maintaining a soft, balanced complexion. Ideal for normal and combination skin.
$13.23 on Amazon (was $15.54)
Clinique Moisture Surge Lip Hydro-Plump Treatment
Clinique’s multitasking lip treatment deeply hydrates and smooths lips while relieving dryness, making them soft, supple, and ready for makeup. It can be used day or night, as an overnight mask, or a quick pre-lipstick treatment, and is enriched with nourishing ingredients like shea butter, lipids, and ceramides.
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Vichy Anti-Acne Face Wash
Vichy’s Normaderm bundle is acne-fighting made easy: the purifying face wash zaps blemishes while the moisturizer keeps skin hydrated and happy. Together, they leave your skin clear, comfortable, and ready to take on the day.
$22.46 on Amazon (was $26.95)
Bioderma - Sensibio - H2O Micellar Water
This (practically famous) fragrance-free cleanser from Bioderma is designed specifically for sensitive skin. Its micellar technology effectively removes makeup and impurities without stripping the skin’s natural moisture, leaving it feeling refreshed and soothed.
$17.45 on Amazon (was $24.96)
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Essie Nail Polish
If you love a neutral nail, this Essie nail polish in Ballet Slippers is a pale pink nail polish with sheer undertones and a glossy shine finish.
$10.96 on Amazon
e.l.f. Monochromatic Multi Stick
The e.l.f. Monochromatic Multi Stick in Dazzling Peony is a creamy, all-in-one colour stick that effortlessly adds a cohesive flush to eyes, cheeks, and lips. Enriched with shea butter and vitamin E, it glides on smoothly, leaving a radiant, buildable shimmer that brightens your entire look.
$7.96 on Amazon
Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Washable Eyelash Mascara
This Maybelline mascara is a cult favourite, loved for its bamboo-infused formula that delivers full, fluttery lashes without a hint of smudge or flake. The Flex Tower brush effortlessly coats every lash, making it perfect for everything from subtle daytime looks to bold, statement-making eyes.
$10.19 on Amazon (was $12.96)
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Nutrius Brazilian Body Butter Cream
If you love a good body butter, this luxurious, nourishing formula from Nutrius is a must-try. This rich formula is infused with Cupuaçu butter for max hydration – just in time to battle the cooler, drier weather ahead.
$17.5 on Amazon
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