13 Makeup Products I Love that Won't Hurt Your Wallet

13 Makeup Products I Love that Won't Hurt Your Wallet

All prices were found online and may vary in store.
Kennady Cantrell
Kennady Cantrell Aug 14, 2017
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There's something so satisfying about doing your makeup with products that are crazy affordable. Not to say the expensive stuff isn't great as well, but when you make a good makeup find at your local Target or CVS it's like finding treasure. These are my favorite makeup products that I found at great prices that won't hurt your wallet. Some will be a bit expensive but they also last a long time.

E.L.F: Dual Concealer and Highlighter wand

Why it's great: It helps hide zits or other spots and does great highlighting

Price: $3

Neutrogena: Clear Face Break Out Free Liquid Lotion Sunscreen (SPF 55)

Why it's great: I use it for moisturizing my face before putting on makeup and it keeps it nice and sunburn free. I highly recommend it for people with oily skin.

Price: $10.19

Revlon: Colorstay Normal/Dry Foundation (with SPF 20)

Why it's great: It's a long lasting and smooth foundation, not to mention it has SPF which is perfect for anyone who hides from the sun like me!

Price: $9.69

Benefit: The Porefessional

Why it's great: It covers up any pores you may have and glides on like butter (in a good way). A little goes a long way with this product.

Price: $31

Tarte: Paaaarty-12 hour blush

Why it's great: It's an easy and light blush to apply on your cheeks.

Price: Free for a Sephora reward members, this is an item you can get on your birthday.

L'Oreal: Voluminous Feline in Black/Brown

Why it's great: It makes your eyelashes look super long and doesn't often clump them either.

Price: $7.99

NYX: Soft Matte Lip Cream-Cannes

Why it's great: I love using this color for natural looks because it's not super bright but also not super dull. Plus it smells like cake batter.

Price: $6.49

NYX: HD Finishing Powder

Why it's great: It gives your makeup a nice and matte finished off look. If your skin is a bit pinkish like mine, purchase it in mint green to help tone down your natural redness.

Price: $9.99

NYX: White eyeliner

Why it's great: I learned a trick a while back from youtube that if you want to make your eyes look bigger you should line your waterline with white eyeliner. This certainly does the trick and glides on easily.

Price: $7.99

Besame: 1946-Red Velvet Lipstick

Why it's great: I was in love with Peggy Carter's shade of lipstick in Marvel's "Agent Carter" and once I found the actual lipstick used on the show I had to have it. It's an awesome and fantastic shade of red made with 1940's era accurate ingredients.

Price: $22

Rimmel London: Stay Matte Powder Foundation

Why it's great: Really all you need is a light dusting on your face for it to work and that's it! Plus it lasts all day!

Price: $3.29

Urban Decay: Naked2-BASICS eye shadow palette

Why it's great: It's perfect for easy natural looks and can help create an easy smoky eye.

Price: $29.00

Too Faced: Sweet Peach eye shadow palette

Why it's great: It has so many nice and natural colors plus it smells like peaches.

Price: $49.00 (expensive but worth it)

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Kennady Cantrell
Kennady Cantrell Aug 14, 2017
At Disney College Program

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8 Bathtub-Free Lush Products College Students Need

No bathtub? No problem.
Sophia Hrycak
Sophia Hrycak Apr 19, 2018
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Good college morning, everyone! Welcome to another day of weird not-homey-ness, stress and wondering when you're going to squeeze in time to shower without a bathtub.

In this month since I've been at school, I have been saddened on numerous occasions because I miss baths. I have at least two beautiful-smelling bath bombs at home that I know would take all my stress away. Why am I not sinking in the liquid sunshine and feeling the allure of blackberry and sandalwood (or whatever the package says)? This community bathroom situation is not going to cut it anymore without a little help from the Lush gods. Are they listening? I hope so.

(I can't promise any of this will be budget-friendly, but sometimes sacrifices must be made.)

1. Cup O' Coffee

Spend less money at your campus Starbucks and enjoy the benefits of coffee with this self-preserving face/body mask that increases blood flow. Your skin will feel soft, and you will smell delicious. It lasts for about two months and doesn't need to be refrigerated!

Price: $11.95 / 5.2 oz

2. Ultrabland Facial Cleanser

You actually cannot use water with this product (I have been there and made that mistake). It is super great when you'd rather remove your makeup in peace and not have to weasel your way up to the crowded counter in the bathroom. A little goes a long way!

Price: $18.95 / 1.5

3. Shampoo Bars

Not only are they all super pretty and make your hair smell great, but these palm-sized bars last up to 80 washes and won't weigh your hair down with silicone or residue. The Karma Komba bar (above) works especially well for detangling, but each bar comes with its own unique benefits.

Price: $10.95-$12.95, but mostly $11.95 / 1.9 oz

4. Sleepy Lotion

Wind down after a long day in front of your computer and get ready to fix cracked winter skin with a lavender body lotion. that will hydrate your skin and lull you right to sleep. It's super new and super popular so if you snag some, cherish it.

Price: $9.95 / 3.1 oz

5. No Drought Dry Shampoo

Sometimes there's just no time to wash your hair, and that's totally cool. This powder shampoo takes the place of regular shampoo, blends right in with even dark hair, and won't make greasiness worse like some spray dry shampoos do. It smells citrusy, so no one will ever be able to tell you skipped a wash... or four.

Price: $8.95 / 1.9 oz bottle

6. Jungle Conditioner Bar

We all know there's no time every morning to fix hair that has a mind of its own, so be proactive with this bar that tames wild hair so your straightener doesn't have to!

Price: $11.95 / 1.7 oz

7. Rub Rub Rub Body Scrub

Tired of being covered in dorm room grime? Me too. This scrub comes in a pretty bar and in a jar, but both work well to rub off dead skin and general college dirt.

Price: $9.95 / 4.5 oz bar, $22.95 / 11.6 fl oz tub

8. Bonus: Lush Tins

To transport all of Lush's minimal-packaging goodies to the shower, these reusable tins are great for you and great for the environment! Lush's shampoo, soap, and conditioner bars come "naked", so having somewhere to put them when they're not in use is probably a good idea.

Price: $3.95 / tin made to shape your product

Good luck spending all your money, and happy college!

Cover Image Credit: Raina Shannon
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Sophia Hrycak Apr 19, 2018
At Butler University

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Farsali's Unicorn Essence Is A MUST Have For Any Beauty Regimen

The famous brand has been raved about all over social media. But is the product actually worth it?
Ishah Tariq
Ishah Tariq Apr 18, 2018
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Almost all magazines and top beauty influencers have had something to say about the fast-growing beauty and skin care company Farsali. Although there are only six products available for purchase, the company quickly gained popularity.

The founder of the company, Sal Ali, told Yahoo Beauty, “I created Farsali as a gift for my wife. We are more than just husband and wife — we’re best friends, so we talk to each other about everything”.

Out of the six available products, there are three in specific that have become essential to any beauty and skincare routine: the Rose Gold Elixir, Unicorn Essence and the Jelly Beam.

The Unicorn Essence antioxidant serum and primer is an absolute must-have. Since it is oil-free it does not clog my pores, but instead, it works as a serum. This allows the skin to completely absorb the product without leaving it feeling heavy or greasy at all.

The main issue with most serums and primers is that they feel so heavy when applied to the skin. Some products I have tried made my skin feel like I was weighing it down. I always felt like washing my face right after I applied it in order to feel clean again. Also, other products ended up being too thick, so they did not settle well onto my skin at all.

However, the Unicorn Essence contains ingredients that provide antioxidants and vitamin C to ensure healthier skin (acai berry, goji berry, blueberry, and tamarind). It is perfect for moisturizing, enhancing, and protecting the skin without any added residue or odors.

Finding primers that actually smell good is pretty hard. I have no clue as to what some companies put into their products... they just don’t smell very nice. Farsali’s Unicorn Essence is “heavenly sweet” and has an “uplifting aroma.”

It seriously has one of those fragrances that you cannot stop sniffing. Yes, that sounds strange, but anyone who has tried it will say the same thing.

This all in one serum and primer allows for makeup to be applied perfectly smooth, while also preventing creasing from the use of concealer and even helping foundation last longer.

These are not even all the benefits! Enhance eyeshadow pigments, prevent eyeshadow creasing and even enhance highlighter to get that blinding glow all with Farsali’s magnificent Unicorn Essence serum and primer.

The way in which the product is dispensed has transformed the way moisturizing primers have been used. Not only is the one fl oz bottle super attractive…the liquid itself is eye-catching. Once I use the dropper to dispense the serum/primer onto my skin, I immediately see the sparkles. It is called Unicorn Essence for a reason.

The Unicorn Essence is definitely a holy grail for my beauty regimen. It has allowed my skin to feel fresh and balanced. This product has also prevented my foundation from looking cakey or creating any dry patches.

So, YES, Farsali's famous Unicorn Essence really does live up to its hype.This is definitely one of the only primers I have no doubts in and will always continue to use!!

Cover Image Credit: @farsalicare / instagram
Ishah Tariq
Ishah Tariq Apr 18, 2018
At Aspiring Journalism Professionals

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