Walking into Sephora can be a little overwhelming sometimes. With all the high-end and luxury makeup around you, it can be easy to get lost in the prices and end up spending way more than you originally wanted. Breaking the bank at Sephora isn’t uncommon, but that doesn’t mean there are no affordable products there to help keep your wallet from getting hurt. Here’s a list I’ve compiled of some of the most affordable makeup products, priced $20 or less, at Sephora. Shop smarter and save more!
The High-Spreadability Fluid Primer from The Ordinary is a pore-filling primer that reduces the look of fine lines and gives your face a smooth base for your foundation. It’s lightweight and has a slippery silicone feel, but works well in not letting your makeup slide off. It’s vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free, and great for normal to dry skin.
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You’re not going to find many foundations at Sephora that are full-size and less than $20. Luckily, the Sephora Collection has some pretty affordable makeup products available for you. I’m going to try to keep most of the products on this list outside of the Sephora Collection because they’re very hit-or-miss, but for $20, this foundation is a great affordable option! It’s super lightweight and has medium-to-buildable coverage. It’s great for normal to oily skin and has an oil-free formula that allows it to melt naturally right into your skin. With over 60 shades, you’ll be sure to find the perfect foundation for you without having to break the bank.
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Kaja Beauty is a Korean beauty brand that popped into Sephoras in the U.S. about a year ago with their super cute packaging. The Don’t Settle Concealer from their line has light-to-medium coverage that reduces the look of blemishes and dark circles. It’s super lightweight, so it doesn’t feel or look cakey under your eyes. It also doesn’t emphasize any dryness and is perfect for spot concealing.
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These bronzers from the Sephora Collection are capable of making you look like a bronzed goddess. For being the cheapest bronzers at Sephora, these exceed all expectations. They’re not too orangey and give your face a natural contour without making you look muddy. They come in 2 finishes – matte or shimmer, and provide a healthy glow from within type of look.
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These jelly highlighters are literally out of this world! This is a multi-use product that you can apply to your cheeks, eyes, brow bone, and pretty much any other part of your face and body as a topper for a blinding glow. It’s not subtle by any means and is definitely perfect if you’re looking for high-intense shine. The jelly texture applies wet but dries completely and doesn’t disrupt any makeup that’s underneath it. You definitely don’t want to sleep on this product!
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I was trying to stay away from listing any minis, but there are no other eyeshadow palettes at Sephora that are less than $20. The Tarteist PRO to go Amazonian Clay Palette is the perfect on-the-go, travel-friendly, all you need in one, everyday palette. The shades are super buttery, smooth, and easily blendable. You seriously can’t go wrong with the 6 shades that it offers.
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With this mascara’s long-wear formula, your lashes will stay lengthened all day and night. Seriously, this stuff does not budge. As a tubing mascara, its staying power is incredibly long and water-resistant. No need to worry about your mascara flaking throughout the day. You could even take a nap and wake up smudge-free. It’s great for sensitive eyes and is easy to apply/remove. Just use warm water and gentle pressure, and the tubes slide right off! Trick everyone into thinking you have lash extensions for less than $20!
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Keep your lips hydrated at an affordable price! This rollerball lip gloss from INC.redible is just as the brand name says, incredible! From its cute packaging to its scents to its high shine, this lip gloss is everything that you need to take you back to the ’90s. The rollerball allows the gloss to apply smoothly onto your lips while giving them a nice cooling effect. It’s not too thick and sticky, and keeps your lips looking super plump and juicy!
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