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POV: You just found the perfect eyeshadow palette. It's 56 shades, covered in adorable packaging and super fun...but it's also 50 dollars. Sometimes it can feel like makeup is designed to break the bank. But don't worry, girl—we got you covered with five products that are amazing *and* cheap.

Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara

Ulta, $13

A TikTok fan favorite, this mascara is known for lengthening and thickening eyelashes. This is the perfect mascara to throw on before school for that effortless "no makeup" look.

L.A. Girl Neutrals 15 color eyeshadow palette

Ulta, $13

The wide variety of shades and colors are perfect for blending and experimenting. And despite being much cheaper than other brands, this palette is just as pigmented. At around $1.15 per shade, this purchase is *such* a steal.

E.l.f. Lip Lacquer

Amazon, $3

This lip gloss is a near perfect Glossier dupe—and  7 dollars cheaper. It's glossy, moisturizing and comes in lots of cute colors. With over 26,500 reviewers, it has an average of 4.4 stars on Amazon. 

Revlon Colorstay Eyeliner Pencil

Amazon, $6

Looking for the perfect cat eye? Revlon has you covered. This eyeliner is known for lasting an entire day while still being waterproof. (Bonus: It comes with a smudger and pull-out sharpener.) 

Maybelline New York Brow Fast Sculpt Gel Mascara

Target, $8

Easy to use and long-lasting, this brow mascara is an excellent way to keep those eyebrows looking fly without your money flying away. 

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by Charlotte Ury | 11/12/2022