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Your work-study paycheck may not be giving “unlimited beauty budget,” but trust, I know how to make a dollar outta your 15 cents, OK?

As a resident writer on the BuzzFeed Shopping team, I can't believe that I get to search the internet to help you find the best, most unique, life-changing products for my job.

Fazit is a small biz that creates *gorgeous* temporary body patches.

Promising review: "We absolutely loved these! I got so many compliments while wearing them at Disneyland, and I'll definitely be buying them again. They went on smoothly, stayed in place all day, and were so comfortable that I kept forgetting I was even wearing them. I accidentally rubbed my face several times, and they never came off. They also removed cleanly without leaving any sticky residue, which was a huge plus. Highly recommend!" —Lily Zah

Get it from Amazon for $10.22+ (available in 17 styles).

Some reviewers with brown eyes also say that it really makes their eyes pop! 

Moira is a small biz that offers vibrant, affordable beauty products.

Promising review: "Moira makes the best multi-chrome eyeliners at such an amazing price. You can't argue with the selection of colors for the price. This one Flare is a dark gold to green to bronze shift. The color shift is so dramatic and bright, but incredibly wearable at the same time. I use them to pop on the lower waterline, and they do not budge all day long. The color stays saturated and doesn't move until you take it off later. Super creamy and a line is incredibly easy to make. It does have microscopic glitter, but it shouldn't be a problem. All the colors are incredible and always get compliments when I wear them. Their normal eyeliners are also incredibly and insanely waterproof. Love this brand." —Nica

Get it from Amazon for $7.75+ (available in 16 colors).

Promising review: "Not only is the metallic shade subtle enough to stand out without an 'in your face' feeling, but this product stays on all day long. I work outside a little in Arizona and staying on all day is key for me! Highly recommend!" —Valeria Skoglund

Get it from Amazon for $6+ (available in eight shades). 

Fellow Buzzfeed Shopping writer, Emma Lord, actually owns this and says: "Hello, that is my face above, because I bought into the hype of all the 5-star reviews and now I will never look back!! Putting it on is like giving my eyelashes butterfly wings. It doesn't get clumpy, it stays put no matter how much you sweat, and you can apply it on very lightly if you don't want it to look so dramatic, or continue applying for longer lashes each time."

Promising reviews: "Saw this product on TikTok and thought it would be expensive looking at the results they got. I am beyond amazed with how my lashes look after about two coats. For around $5, you couldn’t ask for a better mascara! I will be buying this same one when I run out. I was not expecting to like it as much as I do! No complaints." —Kd

"I'm 65 and have thinning eyelashes. I've had a problem finding a mascara that would make my lashes look thicker again without being clumpy. Essence False Lash Effect has solved that problem. I can now confidently leave my house knowing that my lashes are visible and pretty and look natural. I will be buying this mascara for as long as they make it." —Tracey Weiss

Get it from Amazon for $4.97+ (available in four colors and a pack of three).

And then don't forget the mascara to really make them POP!

Promising review: "Amazing. It takes some time to get used to it, but I swear it works better than the traditional curler. Even better is how compact it is. Perfect for travel." —Lauren B. 

And make sure you check out the matching body mist to really up your warm, sugary-spiced scent trail.

Promising review: "I'm not a huge Pumpkin scent fan, but this is nice. I don't get a lot of Pumpkin. I get more nutmeg, vanilla, and milk froth. Then, after 30 minutes or so, I get a sweet milky vanilla that lingers for a while. This is not a strong scent; it's more subtle. This somewhat reminds me of VS Whipped Milk & Sugar (I like the EOS more), or VS Vanilla Mousse (a little). It hydrates and works well." —R

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in nine other scents).

Psst — it also has the cutest lil' flower tip that makes it come out looking very reminiscent of soft serve!

Promising review: "I bought two bottles two weeks ago in America, and I am more than sad that I can't get them in Germany! PLEASE RELEASE THEM HERE TOO!!!!! Please! My skin was never that soft, it's not sticky at all, and the smell is so good — love it!" —Jacq_elina

Get it from Ulta for $12.99 (also available in two other scents).

Promising review: "Love love love this stuff. This is such a stellar product that is so versatile. Can be worn alone to put some glowy life to skin. Add to foundation or layer it. Beautiful. Use it as a base where you put highlighter on top. Mix some with moisturizer. This, in my opinion, is better than so many high-luxury brands that make similar products. And I am pretty sure it can be used by all skin types. It’s not oily feeling at all and it doesn’t dry out skin either. Just a total package. Can’t beat the price either." —Figgy08

Get it from Amazon for $14.97 (available in five shades, two sizes and a pack of two).

Promising review: "Best home mani ever! Great quality, well-designed, love the colors. They are easy to apply and stay on better than any others I have tried. Great value!! Will buy more and highly recommend Chillhouse products! Obsessed!" —Joy McDonnell

Get it from Amazon for $12.79+ (also available in 30 other styles).

And if you want to make your own pore pads with this, here are some cotton rounds, too!

Promising review: "I have oily skin, and this toner has become a staple in my routine. I primarily use it as a second-step cleanser after washing my face, and occasionally as a quick mask by applying it with cotton pads for a few minutes. It effectively removes any leftover impurities and excess oil without over-drying. The 16-ounce bottle is huge and very affordable — excellent value for money. I appreciate that it contains 100% natural witch hazel, but please note it also includes 14% Natural Grain Alcohol. You can definitely smell the alcohol when applying, but it doesn’t feel harsh on my skin. After use, my face feels fresh, clean, and never sticky or tight. It truly helps refine pores and control shine throughout the day. Highly recommended if you’re looking for a straightforward, effective, and budget-friendly toner!" —Jeannie

Get it from Amazon for $5.84 (also available in a two-pack).

Promising review: "I’m terrible about putting on lotion even though my skin is dry. I just hate it. But I love this stuff. It makes my skin feel great. Has a light, pleasant scent. Spray it on and rub it in. So easy! I just apply when going to bed or at least when I don’t have to put anything other than lounge clothes on right away. My skin looks and feels so much better, it makes me want to keep using it." —Slade

Get it from Amazon for $9.58 (also available in a pack of two or four).

Check out a TikTok of the glow oil in action. And if you'd prefer to apply with a tanning mitt like the creator in the video, you can get one from Amazon for $5.98. 

Promising review: "I love this stuff. It’s super moisturizing and smells so good. The scent is vanilla cocoa and mixes well with other vanilla scents. It doesn’t leave a sticky feeling, and I love that it leaves skin glowy and shimmery. BUY!" —I love this oil...

Get it from Amazon for $8.19. You can also check out Vaseline's radiant body oils and lotions for more options! 

Reviewers are split about how long-lasting the scent is. Again, I own it, and I feel like it's on par with the level of scent I get from most body mists... Hmm, I'd even say it's slightly better. But all of that is to say that I, personally, have never had super high longevity expectations for body mists, and I still feel like I can smell it on me at the end of the day. So, I think it's very decent for the price point.

Promising review: "This smells amazing, and the scent is long-lasting! Bought a bottle for my daughter and had to get one for myself!" —Anonymous 

Get it from Target for $16.99 or Athena Club for $16 (also available in eight other scents).

Promising reviews: "Like so many, I found this scent on TikTok. I was a bit skeptical at first, but finally got around to trying it. First off, this scent smells amazing! Almost every time I've worn it, I receive compliments. It has a sweet smell, almost like warm cake or sugar cookies with a hint of lemon. With such an affordable price, I would definitely recommend this to anyone curious about trying it." —Chrissy

"I was apprehensive when I bought this. I typically don't love perfumes with lemon because they remind me of cleaning products. This was definitely not like the others. Every time I wear it, at least one person will ask who made the cookies. It's a nice, light, lemon pound cake type scent. I'm buying again for sure!" —Melissa Fitzgerald

This is designed to work for all hair types, with at least one reviewer with 4C hair saying it works well for them, and a reviewer with fine hair raving that it doesn't make their hair feel greasy.

Read more about tea tree oil and how it can help with dandruff from Mayo Clinic

Promising review: "This is a great lightweight deep conditioner. It smells good, and I get three uses out of each pack. Does not make your hair feel weighed down. Leaves your scalp feeling refreshed and hair feeling very soft." —P. Kaye

Get a six-pack from Amazon for $11.82 (also available in four other types).

Promising reviews: "I have super frizzy, curly hair and live in New England, where we have super humid summers. I have been struggling to find a product that de-frizzes my hair without making it look oiled down, and this is it. I put it in my wet hair after washing, towel dried, and put my hair in a ponytail to go to work. My hair was frizz-free all night — even working outside in high humidity. People even asked if I did something to my hair! This is an amazing product for the price. Absolutely buying again and would recommend to anyone with a frizz issue." —Marissa 

"My baby has curly hair, and since the texture is a lot different than mine, I have been trying out different products for her hair. I saw this one on TikTok and decided to give it a try. It is slowly becoming one of my go-to products for her! It does not leave the hair crunchy at all, and it moisturizes her curls nicely. Also smells good!" —Heather 

You can use it on your legs, arms, underarms, and the bikini line, and it comes with a spatula for removing the cream!

Promising review: "I have been looking for a good hair removal for my sensitive skin, and this one is perfect. It has a great odor and leaves my skin feeling smooth and silky. It does not burn my skin at all, even when I leave it on for 15 minutes or more. This is definitely my new hair removal cream. I will recommend this one to everyone." —Crystal

Get it from Amazon for $9.47 (also available in a pack of two).

Promising review: "This is the most moisturizing lip treatment on the market. When my lips started getting dry due to the cold season, I was thinking of buying the Laneige lip mask, but it’s soooo expensive. This is a fraction of the cost and feels just the same. Very good product." —Riya

Get a set of three from Amazon for $9.90 (available in five scent combos). 

Promising review: "I’ve used this setting spray a few times now and I absolutely love it. It really helps my makeup stay in place all day without needing touch-ups, even in heat or humidity. The mist is super fine and dries quickly without feeling sticky or heavy on the skin. It sets everything beautifully without ruining your makeup or leaving any residue. I also love that it doesn’t have a strong scent. If you want your makeup to last and still feel comfortable, this is a great choice. Definitely a new favorite in my routine!" —YSantiago

Get it from Amazon for $10.86+ (available in two sizes). 

Promising review: "This is by far my favorite lip gloss on Amazon. The lip gloss keeps your lips moisturized and plump throughout the day. Highly recommend if you haven’t tried already!" —Brianna Clark 

Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in six shades and in two-packs). 

The color-adaptive formula is designed so that one or two of the five shades should work on any skin tone. Check out a TikTok of the brightener in action. 

Promising reviews: "Took years off my eyes! This product is so reasonably priced. I came across a TikTok promoting this and decided to take a chance since the price was super reasonable. My eyes looked brighter in a good way, and the concealer worked so well that I felt I looked younger. I got compliments from friends asking what I did differently with my makeup. I recommend it." —Placeholder

"Seriously amazing for the price. This product makes it looks like I didn’t just have a toddler who kept me up all night. Will definitely buy again." —Bethany Richardson

Get it from Amazon for $6 (available in five shades). 

Promising review: “If you use St. Tropez tan products or any fake tanner, do yourself a favor and try this. This stuff is AWESOME. Dries quickly, lasts longer, does NOT make your skin stinky, applies evenly, and you get a fair amount of product!! Other tanners I’ve used become VERY noticeable when they start fading. Gross hand lines, patchy white spots, etc., but not this stuff. The best one-hour tan I have ever used!” —Review Writer 

Get it from Amazon for $12.97+ (available in 10 options and two sizes).

Promising reviews: "Just tried this primer along with the E.l.f. Soft Glam Satin Foundation, and I cannot say enough good things! The primer felt clean and light going on. This is hands down the best primer I have used. The two products are amazing. Def my new favs! Love love love!" —Cozette

"After having used the travel-size version of this primer, I got obsessed with the feeling: cooling, moisturizing, smoothing. 😍 It did not feel sticky. Rather than a primer it felt like a moisturizer. I bought the real-size version and will continue to do so. It is very easy to use, and the cooling effect is almost addictive. It was my favorite step in my morning makeup routine for work all summer. I recommend it." —Tania

Get it from Amazon for $8 (also in a pack of two).

Promising review: "First off, if you have extremely oily skin, this. is. it. I was so tired of getting blotting powder/wipes. It felt wasteful and always left residue on my face. I saw this on TikTok and NEEDED it. It was backordered, but then I got an email saying it was in stock, and I was SO excited. Not only is it affordable, but it's washable, which helps you save money and be less wasteful." —Kelsey B.

Also this is the body wash version of their mega viral and effective facial Super Serum.

Check out a TikTok of the Olay Super Serum Body Wash in action. 

Promising review: "I love love love this body wash. It smells SO expensive and like a luxurious perfume without being too much — still very much gentle but long-lasting at the same time. Delicious spicy scent that's also delicate. It really made my skin feel smooth and soft after use with good moisture level. Totally useful. Good for my sensitive skin. Large bottle and easy-to-use pump. I will 100% buy again!" —Jordan Alderon

Get it from Amazon for $13.97+ (available in four variations and two sizes). 

Promising review: "This product delivers exactly as promised and is incredibly easy to use. I suffer from dry skin and often apply various products to soften my feet. With this, I simply spray it on and immediately massage it in with my hands. The dead skin comes off effortlessly. There's no waiting time, and it's gentle on the skin. It leaves my feet feeling exceptionally soft. This has quickly become my new favorite thing." —KimT

Get it from Amazon for $5.48 (also available in a pack of two). 

They estimate that your skin should start shedding between 6 and 11 days after application.

Dermora is a small biz that offers skincare solutions for your face and feet in the form of lip, eye, and foot masks.

Promising review: "Let me start off by saying this mask is absolutely amazing! My friend and I decided to split the pack of booties and have a girls' night in. We are amazed at the results we got from the booties. On day five, the magic started to happen. Our feet started to peel, and by days 10 and 12, we were both done peeling, and our feet were super soft!" —Yaara E.

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in five scents and in a pack of four).

This is designed to work on all hair types, with reviewers with straight hair and 2b–4c curls mentioning it worked for them! 

Promising review: "I have tried everything on the market to fix my damaged, bleached hair that keeps breaking off. I stumbled across this hair treatment on TikTok. I had never heard of it before, but I decided to give it a try. I used it for the first time yesterday, and I couldn't believe how amazing it made my hair feel and look. It's sooo soft, shiny, bouncy, and nourished. My bleached rat's nest now looks and feels like hair again." —Eline

Check out BuzzFeed's full review of the Elizavecca hair treatment for more deets!

Promising reviews: "I saw this on TikTok and decided to try it, and it did not disappoint. No frizz, soft curls, and no shrinkage. It has great slip and not a strong smell at all; very pleasant. The size of the product is huge, and it will last me awhile. Definitely a staple for me. Highly recommend!" —MamaAKC

"This works like a dream. It smells great and brought my curls back to life. The amount of product you get for the price you pay *chef's kiss*. I will definitely be buying this again." —Lily

Get it from Amazon for $6.69 (also available in a pack of three). 

Promising review: "While I haven't tried the Benefit Lip Tint, I saw this on TikTok and appreciated the lower price point. I am SO glad I gave this a chance! I only have the Cherry color, but it is the perfect bit of natural color, and can be deepened as desired upon application. There is no sticky residue and it is not drying or irritating at all. Looks great alone but even better with gloss on top. Love!" —Mollie

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 11 shades and four combo packs). 

Promising review: "Diva, stop letting these influencers sway you into spending your hard-earned (and scarce) beans on $20–$30 subpar lip balms — you’re paying for the brand, and the quality is questionable. E.l.f. KNOCKED THEM BOTH OUTTA THE PARK WITH THIS! SO BUTTERY, SO YUMMY, SOOOOOOO MUCH PRODUCT!!!!! I wasn’t expecting the tube to be so generous in size, by far the biggest amount I've seen from the market. The flavors are divine, the color payoff is even better than Summer Fridays … and it’s only $9, you cannot go wrong. I just can’t fathom any balm being priced above $12, E.l.f. always hits and barely misses. 🩷💋" —SONIA

Get it from Amazon for $8+ (available in 14 flavors). 

BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Negesti Kaudo uses this: "I got a facial a couple of years ago, and I could tell something was different about my extractions, so I asked the aesthetician to write down the name of the product. I went home and immediately bought this! I LOVE IT. I love it more than any other skincare tool that I own. This thing gets gunk out like nothing I've ever tried before, and the first time I used it, I was absolutely disgusted. But I kept on using it. I don't have much acne, but I do have oily combination skin and visibly clogged pores, so this has been a lifesaver when I don't have time to visit an aesthetician. You have to use it while your face is still wet, so after washing your face or even using toner, and you just start scraping. Make sure you have a paper towel near (and maybe a camera) because you will be amazed and disgusted all at once, but you will literally never stop using. I use mine every other day to once a week if I'm having skincare issues, but it also does a great job with monthly use (it's just much grosser)! I follow mine up with Clinique's Clarifying Lotion 3 and Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel!"

Promising review: "Don't doubt it, a staple in skincare. I got this little device from a TikTok and decided to give it a try. I never knew I needed it until the first time I tried it. The vibrations magically bring up all the stubborn blackheads you can’t reach with just your fingers, especially if you have acrylics like me." —Paige Chaney

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in three colors and in a waterproof version).

Promising review: "After just two days of use, this adorable little octopus has done wonders for me, smells great too. Here's how I used it: I wore down the stick just a little to where the texture from the salt is visible, scrubbed around on my face so there was plenty of product, then I used my fingers to gently massage all the gunk away. Rinse, pat dry, and enjoy the softness. Highly recommended for people with sensitive skin like mine." —LuckLocust

Get it from Amazon for $13 (also available in a set of two).

Promising review: "I used this product years ago and had the most amazing skin, but I assumed it was mostly genetics. Now that my skin is showing signs of aging, I decided to give it another try — and I’m so glad I did. My skin is transforming daily. They say your skin can rebuild itself, and it really does — especially when you remove the buildup of dead skin cells. I’ve been using it morning and night, and I genuinely look younger. My skin feels polished, my pores are noticeably smaller, and I need much less makeup. Such a fantastic product — highly recommend!" —Sweet Caroline 

Get it from Amazon for $4.66 (also available in a pack of two).

This is designed for all hair types, but it is recommended that shoppers with fine hair use only about a drop, while shoppers with thicker, curlier, or coarser hair can use up to three or four drops.

Promising review: "I found this product through a BuzzFeed article for those with frizzy hair, and THIS PRODUCT DID NOT DISAPPOINT, PEOPLE! I put this serum through the wringer; I got this to stand up to Bay Area fog AND the nasty, humid heat wave we got a couple of weeks ago. No frizz, no extra curls. Nothing! On top of that, it made my hair super glossy. I'm very impressed. Heads-up, though, a little goes a long way. One pump is enough to cover my hair, and I have medium-length hair. Also, it can make your hair look oily if you use too much. I do have oily hair, so working on my ends first, then working to my roots, works for me." —Jazmine Carbajal

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a pack of two or four).

To learn more, check out our full write-up of this serum.

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BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way.

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