Sticking to a budget is easier said than done, especially when it comes to buying skin care products. The fancy packaging, unique ingredients, and seemingly impressive results are appealing, but we’ve got news for you – you can get all of the above in one product without breaking the bank. From radiance-boosting serums to exfoliating cleansers, there are so many amazing drugstore buys right now. Here, we rounded up our affordable favorites that are good on the skin and nice on the wallet.
L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Cleansing Gel
Formulated with glycolic acid, this cleanser helps resurface skin while removing impurities. After use, pores appear minimized and skin appears brighter.
Garnier Green Labs Canna-B Pore Perfecting 3IN1 Cleanse + Exfoliate + Mask Serum Cream
This three-in-one product is the best deal! It is a cleanser, exfoliator, and mask that utilizes the powers of cannabis sativa seed oil blended with Derm approved ingredients niacinamide and vitamin B.
Best Cheap Skin Care
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Hand Cream
These days, we wash our hands a lot more than usual, so investing in a quality hand cream is wise. But quality doesn’t have to mean expensive. Case in point: This shea butter hand cream soothes hands immediately and is resistant to hand washing. It’s even approved by the National Eczema Association.
Thayers Coconut Water Facial Mist
This gentle, pH-balanced mist tones and hydrates skin with a blend of coconut water, aloe vera, and undistilled witch hazel. We like to keep it on the desk to spray throughout the day. Trust us, you will get your money’s worth.
Carol’s Daughter Body Jelly All Natural Multi-Tasker
Perfect for general use, on elbows, heels and lips or even to remove makeup from the face – this moisturizer is, as the name describes it, a true multitasker. Sweet almond oil, jojoba oil, and other all-natural ingredients nourish and leave skin with a healthy-looking glow. You’ll save money by cutting back on other products in your skincare routine.
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream-to-Foam Cleanser
If you love the feel of foaming cleansers but don’t love how dry they can be, look for this cream-to-foam formula. Helps effectively remove impurities without stripping essential moisture from the skin, and contains ceramides, amino acids, and hyaluronic acid for hydrating benefits.
Vichy Normaderm S.O.S Acne Rescue Spot Corrector
Looking for an effective yet affordable blemish corrector to treat a breakout? This dries up and reduces the number and severity of acne blemishes. Not to mention, the lightweight texture absorbs quickly.
