29 Beauty Gifts You’d Never Guess Are Under $20

Saving money is no easy feat around the holidays. However, we have a long list of exceptional beauty buys, hard-working skin care and cozy-smelling scents for everyone on your list. With this list of gifts that won’t break the bank, giving gets a little bit easier. Here are 29 beauty gifts so good, you would never know they’re under $20.

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Kosas 10-Second Eye ($15)

On mornings when you’re in a rush or changing quickly from day to night, forget the complicated palettes. This clean, gel watercolor eyeshadow swipes on for an instant pop of color and glimmer.

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Olive & June Checkerboard French Press-Ons ($10)

Press-on nails are trending right now, and Olive & June’s are some of the longest-lasting around. Funky french nails are in, so this fresh take on the classic look will suit any hand.

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The INKEY List Retinol Serum ($11)

Retinol serum under $20? Unheard of. Not only is this serum a bargain, it’s not messing around. The slow-release vitamin A formula boosts skin’s clarity, evens out skin tone and brightens a ruddy complexion.

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Tower 28 BeachPlease Luminous Tinted Balm ($20)

As a society, we’re still not over the magic of blush, and why should we be? But you don’t have to shake out the piggy bank to get a good rosy hue going. This Tower 28 Tinted Balm isn’t only an amazing blush for cheeks, but it could also be used for lips and lids.

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Sunday Riley Saturn Sulfur Spot Treatment ($20)

This sulfur-heavy formula has your back when it comes to breakouts. It’s a medicated spot treatment-mask that promises to clear up acne and prevent new blemishes from popping up.

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Summer Fridays Self-Care Club Reusable Cotton Rounds ($12)

Makeup removal and skin cleansing have moved towards being more sustainable, swapping makeup wipes and single-use cotton pads for reusable items. Summer Fridays offers four washable cotton rounds that feel amazing on your skin. They even come with a limited-edition canvas bag.

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Being Frenshe Milky Moisturizing Bath Bomb Set with Essential Oils ($15)

Bath bombs are always a hit. This bath bomb from the mind of Ashley Tisdale features upcycled vanilla and soothing essential oils for a multi-sensorial experience. Plus, she says this scent was made to embody the smell of making Trader Joe’s Jasmine Rice.

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Sephora Collection Merry & Bright Eyeshadow Palette ($15)

A true holiday treat, this palette features 16 shades that are perfect for creating a holiday Sugar Plum Fairy look but are also easily wearable past December. Matte, shimmer and metallic shades give you the ability to build your look in a hundred different ways.

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Origins Mask This Way 5-Mask Starter Set ($20)

Some days we need a retexturizing mask, and some evenings, we need an overnight. Luckily this set from Origins features five all-star masks. Each mask offers different benefits, from clearing pores to nourishing skin.

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NEST Holiday Votive Candle ($18)

NEST has a wide variety of luxurious, richly scented candles, but ’tis it’s the season for holiday scents. This candle features a blend of pomegranate, mandarin orange, pine, cloves, cinnamon and a hint of vanilla and amber.

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Saje Natural Wellness Lavender Relaxing Mist ($16)

Mist this on your face for a hit of hydration, or spray it on your pillow to help you unwind before bed. With this mist in your arsenal, you’re always just a couple of spritzes away from relaxation.

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Herbivore Botanicals Coconut Bath Soak ($20)

Silky soft skin with a side of coconut and vanilla scents sounds ideal. This bath soak will leave skin hydrated and soothed.

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Three Ships Buttercream Hydrating Lip Mask ($18)

We love wearing this lip mask and waking up to lips that are still plump and glossy. While you rest, the mask works to build up a protective barrier to lock in moisture.

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EWC Slow Coconut Body Polish ($16)

Not only will this body polish exfoliate skin and smooth texture, it also works to visibly reduce hair thickness. It’s perfect to use between waxes or to prevent ingrown hairs from shaving. On top of all that, the coconut smell will transport you to the seaside.

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Evio Skin Lip Serum ($16)

Packed with the healing powers of hemp and peppermint, which are high in omegas, this lip balm locks in moisture on the pout to keep the lips full and plump.

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Touchland Power Mist Hand Sanitizer ($9)

Spray away germs with Touchland’s cult-classic hand sanitizer spray, which houses ingredients like aloe vera, radish root ferment, lemon essential oil and ethyl alcohol to kill germs and deeply moisturize.

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Miss Spa Bakuchiol Repairing Facial Sheet Mask ($4) and Miss Spa Chin Lift Firming V-Line Patch ($8)

Whether you’re in need of a brightening boost or a chin de-puff, these two masks are the perfect addition to your loved ones’ skin-care collection.

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Cleanlogic Detoxify Charcoal Foam Body Sponge ($8)

This charcoal sponge is made to use in the shower, and it deeply cleanses to remove dirt and oil off the top layer of your skin. To use, rub in conjunction with your body wash in circular motions until your skin feels brand new.

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Slip Bombshell Duo Skinny Scrunchies ($16)

They look sleek in your hair or on your wrist, they’re designed to avoid hair creases and they’re gentle on the hair—they’re Slip Scrunchies, and if you don’t have one by now you’re seriously missing out.

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Lavanilla The Healthy Fragrance ($16)

Fragrance can often be hard to gift, but this one smells glorious on anyone with notes of goji berry, Madagascar vanilla and chamomile.

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Frank Body Buff Marshmallow Body Scrub ($20)

The ultimate end-of-day treat, this marshmallow-infused body scrub slough off the day without stripping the moisture barrier Also included: hydrating shea butter, exfoliating quartz and hydrating marshmallow root.

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St. Moriz Advanced Pro Formula Tan Boosting Facial Serum ($19)

Made for your always-bronzed loved one, three to six drops of this glow-enhancer is a one-stop-shop for a light, medium or dark bronze.

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Starface Hydro-Stars ($15)

These trendy and functional pimple patches add a bit of fun to not-so-fun breakouts. Even better, the hydrocolloid–powered formula actually works to dry and clear blemishes.

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NUDESTIX Nudeskin Hydra-Peptide Lip Butter ($18)

Moisturize and protect the pout with this shea and avocado-infused lip butter, which keeps the lips loaded with essential vitamins and leaves them supple and hydrated.

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Smile Direct Club Electric Toothbrush ($19)

Give the gift of a whiter smile without the hefty price tag. Smile Direct Club’s Electric Toothbrush is designed to clean your teeth up to 50-percent better than a manual toothbrush. Plus, it comes in a three-in-one case that also acts as a counter stand, mirror mount and travel cover.

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Eve Milan Hydrating Toner ($15)

A facial spray is a must when an afternoon pick-me-up is in order. This one is formulated with hibiscus and rosewater for brighter and calmer-looking skin.

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Glossier Cloud Paint ($20)

An oldie, but definitely a goodie, Glossier’s Cloud Paint blends seamlessly into the cheeks for an effortless glow that lasts all day and night.

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Rae Sleep Capsules ($15)

Induce a good night’s rest with these calm-inducing capsules. Included in the ingredient list: melatonin to calm the body, chamomile to rest the mind and L-Theanine to reduce stress.

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