12 Under $20: Our Favorite Affordable Bath & Beauty Buys

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We’ve shown you the best foundations for your specific skin type, the ideal eyeshadow palette for every eye color and our favorite hair care products for creating the exact look you’re after. So today we’re switching it up a bit and focusing on 12 universal products that every girl can add to her beauty routine. From hair care and cosmetics to nail essentials and must-haves for those bath tub pampering sessions, we’ve found 12 of the best bath and beauty products that will work for everyone. Best of all, each of these items is under $20! Get ready to primp and pamper without breaking the bank. Here are our favorite ultra-affordable bath and beauty buys.

BATH PRODUCTS

There’s nothing better than settling into a warm and relaxing bath after a long, stressful day. These products will make the most of your “me time” by providing you with an ultra-rejuvenating bath experience complete with sweet scents, anti-aging scrubs and the hydration your winter skin is craving. Grab these three products, a nice glass of wine and a few candles, and suddenly your tub transforms into the ultimate zen zone.

No good bath is complete with a bath bomb and these luxe coconut and almond milk goodies from Ulta are the ideal affordable find. They moistuize and detoxify while giving your bath a relaxing, aromatherapy fragrance. These, at Ulta, are $6.50. <a href="https://bit.ly/2Dt0445" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Details here</a>. Image: Ulta — No good bath is complete without a bath bomb and these luxe coconut and almond milk goodies from Ulta are the ideal affordable find. They moisturize and detoxify while giving your bath a relaxing, aromatherapy fragrance. These, at Ulta, are $6.50 each. Details here. Image: Ulta

Who doesn't want moisturized, smooth and firmed skin? This miracle product from SheaMoisture gently sloughs away dry skin while moisturizing and leaving a calming olive and green tea fragrance. It is ultra-luxurious, yet totally affordable. This, by SheaMoisture, is $10.39. Details here. Image: Target — Who doesn’t want moisturized, smooth and firmed skin? This miracle product from SheaMoisture gently sloughs away dry skin while moisturizing and leaving a calming olive and green tea fragrance. It is ultra-luxurious, yet totally affordable. This, by SheaMoisture, is $10.39. Details here. Image: SheaMoisture

Top off your pampering session with this top notch body butter. The Soap & Glory Righteous Butter is a mega favorite in the beauty world because it holds hydration longer and leaves a feminine scent of bergamont, rose, jasmine, soft must & amber all while feeling lightweight on the skin. This, by Soap & Glory, is $15. <a href="https://bit.ly/2E2ptCN" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Details here</a>. Image: Ulta — Finish off your pampering session with this top-notch body butter. The Soap & Glory Righteous Butter is a mega favorite in the beauty world because it holds hydration longer and leaves a feminine scent of bergamot, rose, jasmine, fruit, soft musk and amber all while feeling lightweight on the skin. This, by Soap & Glory, is $15. Details here. Image: Ulta

COSMETICS

After pampering, it’s time to primp, and these cosmetics will enhance your natural beauty and ensure you’re ready to conquer the day without resulting in any beauty-buying guilt. All three of these cosmetic must-haves are ideal for everyday use, formulated to work with any skin type and affordable on any budget. If you’re on the hunt for easy-to-apply face, eye or lip products, these are a must.

The idea behind this foundation is your skin, but better and it definitely delivers. Its high-perfomring, skin-perfecting formula delvers a flawless application and is specifically made to work with any skin type. For under $6, you can't find a better foundation. This, by Wet n Wild, is $5.99. <a href="https://bit.ly/2DrA8pp" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Details here</a>. Image: Ulta — The idea behind this foundation is your skin, but better, and it definitely delivers. Its high-performing, skin-perfecting formula results in a flawless application and is specifically made to work with any skin type. For under $6, you just can’t find a better foundation. This, by Wet n Wild, is $5.99. Details here. Image: Ulta

Regardless of eye color or skill level, this easy-to-apply warm neutral palette will make any eye pop. It features 16 smooth, highly pigmented shades that range from everyday neutrals to sultry smokies and pops of shimmery color, making it versatile enough to create every look you're going for. It will quickly become your go-to palette. This, by Nyx Cosmetics, is $17.99. <a href="https://bit.ly/2DsgZDR" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Details here</a>. Image: Nyx — Regardless of eye color or skill level, this easy-to-apply warm neutral palette will make any eye pop. It features 16 smooth, highly pigmented shades that range from everyday neutrals to sultry smokies and pops of shimmery color, making it versatile enough to create every look you’re going for. It will quickly become your go-to palette. This, by Nyx Cosmetics, is $17.99. Details here. Image: Nyx

Searching for an everyday lip color? This SuperStay Matte Ink from Maybelline is the solution. Available in a wide range of colors, you're sure to find the perfect shade for you and since its made with a matte, long-lasting formula, you won't have to reapply throughout the day. Whats better than that?! This, by Maybelline, is $9.49. <a href="https://bit.ly/2E0iWbo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Details here</a>. Image: Maybelline — Searching for an everyday lip color? This SuperStay Matte Ink from Maybelline is the solution. Available in a wide range of colors, you’re sure to find the perfect shade for you, and since it is made with a matte, long-lasting formula, you won’t have to reapply throughout the day. What’s better than that?! This, by Maybelline, is $9.49. Details here. Image: Maybelline

HAIR CARE

Want to give yourself that “straight from the salon” style without burning a hole in your pocket? These hair care staples will quench dry, damaged locks and give hair that sought-after shine all while keeping excess oil at bay. Snag these three hair care miracle must-haves, and solve all of your strand struggles by strengthening, healing, smoothing and refreshing hair without making an expensive trip to the salon.

Formulated with honey, hibiscus oil and pineapple extract, this affordable hair mask will make you feel like you just left the salon. It strengthens, moisturizes and prevents breakage in hair without containing harsh silicone. It is especially ideal for chemically damaged or color treated hair. This, by Maui Moisture, is $7.09. <a href="https://bit.ly/2Dq06th" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Details here</a>. Image: Ulta — Formulated with honey, hibiscus oil and pineapple extract, this affordable hair mask will make you feel like you just left the salon for under $10. It strengthens, moisturizes and prevents breakage of hair without containing harsh silicone. It is especially ideal for chemically damaged or color-treated strands. This, by Maui Moisture, is $6.99. Details here. Image: Ulta

For many of us, heat-styling is an everyday necessity. This smoothing serum by hair care guru, Paul Mitchell, conditions and seals strands to ensure even the most dry and damaged locks appear silky, shiny and frizz-free. Plus, hair will soak this up rather than creating in greasy mess. This, by Paul Mitchell, is $19.99. <a href="https://bit.ly/2DY83XK" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Details here</a>. Image: Ulta — For many of us, heat-styling is an everyday necessity. This smoothing serum by hair care guru Paul Mitchell conditions and seals strands to ensure even the driest and most damaged locks appear silky, shiny and frizz-free. Plus, hair will soak this up so you’ll never worry about it looking greasy. This, by Paul Mitchell, is $19.99. Details here. Image: Ulta

Some days there just isnt enough time to wash your hair. Enter: Batiste clean & light dry shampoo. This quick and convenient product will refresh hair and rid of excess oil while leaving a light, flowery scent and revitalzing lifeless locks. This, by Batiste, is $7.99. <a href="https://bit.ly/2DZHJN0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Details here</a>. Image: Target — Some days there just isn’t enough time to wash your hair. Enter: Batiste clean & light dry shampoo. This quick and convenient product will refresh hair and rid of excess oil while leaving a light, flowery scent and revitalizing lifeless locks. This, by Batiste, is $7.99. Details here. Image: Target

NAIL ESSENTIALS

Lastly, if you’re eliminating excess spending from your life this year, that bi-monthly trip to the nail salon has got to go — but don’t worry! These nail care products will make at-home painting easy and mess-free. Plus, your nails will thank you for taking a break from harsh gels and acrylics. Plus, this cuticle cream is like a body butter made specifically for your nail beds — you’ll be happily surprised at how clean and beautiful your nails will look with these budget-friendly products.

With this product, visits to the nail salon and time spent under harsh UV light is totally overrated. This at-home miracle gel polish looks smooth, shiny and professional without any light and lasts up to 14 days! It is available in 82 (yes, 82!) flattering shades and works best when paired with the Miracle Gel Top Coat. This, by Sally Hansen, is $9.99. <a href="https://bit.ly/2DrGdSL" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Details here</a>. Image: Ulta — With Sally Hansen’s Miracle Gel, visits to the nail salon and time spent under harsh UV light is totally overrated. This at-home miracle gel polish looks smooth, shiny and professional without any light and lasts up to 14 days! It is available in 82 (yes, 82!) flattering shades and works best when paired with the Miracle Gel Top Coat. This, by Sally Hansen, is $9.99. Details here. Image: Ulta

Need to nourish and moistuize your cuticles? This lemon butter cuticle cream is 100% natural and packed with buttery ingredients to pamper both your paws and your claws. This product will soften your cuticles and nourish brittle nails while leaving a fresh, clean scent and healthy, naturally beautiful nails. This, by Burt's Bees, is $5.89. <a href="https://bit.ly/2DYt1pr" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Details here</a>. Image: Burt's Bees — Need to nourish and moisturize your cuticles? This lemon butter cuticle cream by Burt’s Bees is 100% natural and packed with buttery ingredients to pamper both your paws and your claws. This product will soften your cuticles and nourish brittle nails while leaving a fresh, clean scent. The results? Healthy, naturally beautiful nails. This, by Burt’s Bees, is $5.89. Details here. Image: Burt’s Bees

Now, this product may seem a bit random, but one of our most dreaded tasks of doing our nails at home is removing color and dealing with messy, potent acetone. These nail polish remover pads take all the frustration out of removing nail polish by pre-soaking felt pads that make removal as easy as one swipe. You'll quickly become as addicted to these as we are. These, by Cutex, are $3.49. <a href="https://bit.ly/2DZIGF4" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Details here</a>. Image: Target — Now, this product may seem a bit random, but one of our most dreaded tasks of doing our nails at home is removing color and dealing with messy, potent acetone. These nail polish remover pads take all the frustration out of removing nail polish thanks to the pre-soaked felt pads that make removal as easy as one swipe. You’ll quickly become as addicted to these as we are. These, by Cutex, are $3.49. Details here. Image: Target

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