The 45 Best Ways To Make Your Face & Body Look Better For Under $30

Get a fresh, glowy look with this eye brightener stick. You’ll love it for so many reasons, but perhaps chief among them is how easy it is to use — just swipe it on your under eyes like you would a lip balm. The moisturizing formula can make you look well rested, too, thanks to botanical ingredients like jasmine and illuminating licorice root extract.

These one-use face towels are the skin-care hack you never knew you needed. After all, if you’re cleansing your face and then drying it on a dirty towel, you’re undoing all your hard work — and it may even lead to unnecessary breakouts. Each towel is ultra soft so as to be gentle even on sensitive skin. You can use them to dry your face or to remove your makeup, thanks to the lightly textured side that gently exfoliates.

Dry, irritated skin doesn’t stand a chance against this intensive balm. It has a thick, rich consistency that’s safe to use on both face and body, and is even recognized by dermatologists to help sooth itchiness from psoriasis and eczema. It works in part by protecting and building up your skin’s barrier, which helps keep things feeling smooth all day long.

If you want to heal a zit quickly and on the cheap, these acne patches are the way to go. Made from absorbent hydrocolloid, these patches adhere to the skin and start flattening pimples and reducing redness overnight. They even act as a barrier to help prevent picking and popping, too.

Prevent damage to your skin and hair before they even occur with this pair of satin pillowcases. Because they have so much slip, your hair and skin glide across it, which helps reduce breakage and creasing. Plus, they’re available in standard, queen, and king sizes. You’ll wake up feeling your best — and with less frizz, too.

• Available colors: 40+

Whether your skin is acne prone or just sensitive, this facial serum is here to hydrate and soothe. Its star ingredient is centella asiatica, a flowering tropical plant that leaves skin feeling soft, while helping to reduce redness and inflammation, too. The lightweight formula goes on like silky water, so it won’t feel greasy or tacky on your face.

Ensure your clothes look their best by carefully selecting what goes underneath them, like these no-show hipster panties. Not only are they a bargain since they come in a pack of six, but they’re also lightweight and seamless, so they’re virtually invisible under clothes. And since they’re made with spandex, they’ve got comfortable stretch, too.

• Available sizes: X-Small — X-Large
• Available colors: 15

If you’re doing your nails at home, this quick-drying top coat can help you preserve the finished product by drying your polish within a matter of seconds. Not only does it shield your polish from chipping, it can even help the color last longer thanks to its protective UV filters. It works in a flash to deliver a shiny, glossy finish you’ll adore.

One of the many enviable features of this facial mask is that it can be used for both hot and cold therapy. Just warm it in the microwave or chill it in the freezer and the gel beads inside will take on your desired temperature. From reducing puffy eyes to soothing irritated sinuses, this mask is bound to have you feeling and looking good.

• Available colors: 5

For subtle coverage, look no further than this nail concealer. If you don’t want a bold, brightly colored nail look but still want to amp things up from bare hands, this concealer provides a sheer tint that camouflages discoloration, chips, and any other concerns. Plus, the neutral shades give off quite the elegant air.

• Available colors: 5

Not only can wires and cups be uncomfortable, they can also show through underneath certain materials, which is where this seamless bralette comes in. It’s made from a stretchy microfiber material with a pull-on closure and feels soft to the touch. And thanks to the V-neckline front, you can even wear it under low-cut garments, too.

• Available sizes: X-Small — 2X-Large
• Available colors: 30

Create a gleaming smile with these teeth whitening pens. Not only are they incredibly wallet-friendly since they come in a three-pack, they’re also super easy to use. Just twist up the gel into the bristles, swipe it on your teeth, and smile for 30 seconds as it dries — that’s it. With consistent use, you can see results in as little as one week.

For that airbrushed makeup look, this pore-blurring compact is an excellent choice. Made with mineral powder, this compact comes with a puff applicator for tapping the product over your skin while setting your makeup. As a bonus, it’s awesome for absorbing excess oil, and the peachy packaging is super cute, too.

If your skin-care routine leaves your lips looking neglected, this exfoliating lip scrub can help. It’s made with Hawaiian kukui nut oil and sugar to both slough away dry, chapped skin and leave lips feeling soft and hydrated. Better yet, it’s made by a certified cruelty-free brand as well.

If you’ve put in the effort to create a gorgeous makeup look, ensure it lasts with this setting spray. The gentle formula doesn’t contain any parabens or sulfates but can still stand up to all-day wear. And because this dries to a matte finish, you won’t look greasy or shiny, even if you have oil-prone skin.

Give your body the same TLC as your face with this turmeric body scrub. It contains sea salt to exfoliate away dead skin plus turmeric which delivers soothing antioxidants that brighten skin. The combination of shea butter, collagen, jojoba oil, and coconut oil in the formula ensures that the skin underneath your exfoliated layer will feel soft and supple after use.

If blocked pores are a skin-care concern, try this green tea bubble cleanser. Simple pump it into your hand, lather it on, and watch as it bubbles up for a refreshing deep clean. The ingredients like pennywort and jasmine help to remove impurities from your pores, all while delivering a pleasant green tea scent.

Sometimes extra dry, sensitive skin needs a little extra attention, and this overnight recovery balm can help. The rich formula includes enzymatic oils, along with jojoba and sunflower oils to provide lots of moisture. It even uses vitamin C, which can help brighten the look of skin over time, too.

Establishing a tried and true skincare routine is key to maintaining your face and body, and this liquid exfoliant and toner is worthy of a spot in your medicine cabinet. It’s formulated with brightening vitamin C, but also alpha hydroxy and beta hydroxy acids to help create a resurfacing effect for your skin. It even uses salicylic acid, which can help with acne, making this toner a true skin-care multitasker.

You can finally get a little color on your face without forgoing the sunscreen with these facial tanning drops. Part of what makes them so unique is how customizable and buildable they are. Just add a few drops to your moisturizer of choice and rub it in for a natural-looking tan, which will deepen depending on how many drops you use.

For fans of physical exfoliation over chemical options, this body scrubber brush is a slam dunk. There are so many benefits to exfoliation besides smoother skin, like reducing uncomfortable ingrown hairs and razor burn. Thankfully, this brush makes it simple to enjoy those results thanks to its easy-to-grip handle. Just swipe the soft silicone bristles across your skin and enjoy.

• Available colors: 2

This glow-enhancing lotion does the work of multiple products all in one versatile tube. This “glotion” hydrates the skin while providing a luminous sheen that’s noticeable without being overpowering. It contains shea butter for extra hydration and can be used as an all-over bronzer or as a targeted highlighter on areas like your cheekbones.

• Available colors: 6

To amp up the effectiveness of your showers, add this body wash for rough and bumpy skin into the mix from dermatologist-approved brand CeraVe. Ideal for keratosis pilaris, it contains salicylic acid to help exfoliate and reduce oil for smoother skin. And because it’s formulated with niacinamide and hyaluronic acid, it has a calming, moisturizing effect as well.

Avoid dryness, which can make your skin look dull, using this glimmery body lotion. It has a subtle sheen for glowy skin, as well as lots of powerful ingredients. It’s formulated with vitamin A as an antioxidant as well as beeswax to help your skin retain its moisture. And who can say no to a summery coconut scent?

A carpenter is only as good as their tools, they say, so level up your tool kit with this makeup brush set. With wooden handles and soft, dense nylon bristles, these brushes are here to help you tackle any product or technique. The set comes with a holder and a whopping 17 brushes, including a powder brush, a flat angled brush, a lip brush, and so many more.

• Available colors: 7

If you’ve got a low back or a plunging neckline and hate the look of bra straps, these nipple covers have you, well, covered. They’re made from adhesive, body-safe silicone you can stick directly over your skin to ensure coverage even in tight or semi-sheer looks. And because they’re water resistant, you won’t need to worry about sweat or inclement weather.

• Available sizes: Small & Large
• Available colors: 5

If you’d like to give your lashes a bit more oomph, this eyelash serum is key. All you have to do is swipe it along your lash line, and let the ingredients get to work encouraging hair growth. And because it’s formulated with arginine, it helps to strengthen the existing hairs and prevent breakage as well. One reviewer wrote, “I always buy the more expensive brands. This has been working just as well. Makes your lashes look great, and quality is good!”

This makeup mirror is here to revolutionize your getting-ready routine. Not only does it come lined with helpful LED bulbs to illuminate the lovely canvas of your face, it also has a magnification spot mirror for precise details. And because there’s a holder for your phone at the base, you can following along with video tutorials as you work, too.

For DIY pedicures in the comfort of your own home, look no further than this glass foot file. And while a glass buffing tool may sound scary, it’s actually gentler on your skin than metal rasp tools. Simple exfoliate your calluses away by buffing in a circular motion and you can wash and reuse your file again and again.

Get the luxurious feeling of a spa facial in your bathroom with this rose quartz roller. It has a wide end for larger areas like the cheeks and forehead and a smaller end for detail work; all you have to do is roll in an upward motion across your face to help release tension and reduce puffiness. For a cold therapy experience, just refrigerate the roller before use.

When it comes to skin care, look for options that contain powerful active ingredients, like this vitamin C serum. Vitamin C can give skin a brightening, glowing effect, but this serum doesn’t stop there. It also boasts hyaluronic acid for moisture and vitamin E for helping to maintain your skin’s barrier, making this serum a multifaceted must have.

Level up your showers with this Japanese exfoliating towel. Because it has a unique, open knit, not only does it lather up much more efficiently than a washcloth, it also has gentle exfoliating properties as well. It’s extra long to reach all parts of your body, and the durable weave is even rip resistant, too.

• Available colors: 5

Get a summer glow any time of the year with this instant-sun body mousse. While it’s convenient that this glow develops in just a few hours, it’s even more convenient that it sets in 60 seconds, so you won’t need to worry about feeling sticky or the product transferring. Choose between a light and dark bronze option.

• Available colors: 2

For everyday roughness or more severe cracking, this foot cream is about to become your new go-to treatment from the ankles down. Boasting a 4.6-star overall rating after 80,000 reviews, it’s made with mineral oil to deliver moisture in spades, with paraffin wax to lock in that moisture and protect your skin from drying out. Simply exfoliate your feet prior to application for best results.

Amazon users adore this lip oil, with over 14,000 of them weighing in to give it an impressive 4.5-star overall rating. And for good reason, because not only does it provide a sheer glossy shine, it also hydrates lips thanks to the vegan squalane and other oils. Better yet, the formula doesn’t feel greasy or sticky on your lips.

• Available colors: 7

This redness-relieving night cream is a great option for anyone who has red, irritated skin, whether from rosacea or just irritation. Using ingredients like licorice extract and caffeine, this cream helps to soothe the skin and lock in moisture, so dryness won’t contribute to even more redness. Formulated for sensitive skin, it’s hypoallergenic and fragrance free.

These ingrown hair pads are safe for sensitive skin, making them an excellent way to ensure bikini lines and underarms remain bump-free. They’re formulated with exfoliating alpha hydroxy and beta hydroxy acids to help remove dead skin that would otherwise trap growing hairs that would result in pesky razor bumps. Better yet, they’re compostable, too.

Neglecting your cuticles can prevent your hands from looking their best, so add this scented cuticle oil into your next home manicure routine. It uses mineral oil to both soften and hydrate cuticles, which can help prevent those painful tears. The packaging is so stunning, too, as each vial includes real flowers at the bottom of the bottle.

• Available scents: 30

The key to striking brows is a natural look, and this micro brow pencil lets you create tiny, hair-like strokes that mimic the real deal with ease. And since there’s a spoolie brush on the opposite end, blending it in is a cinch. Plus, it’s highly rated, with over 13,000 Amazon users weighing in to give it a stellar 4.6-star overall rating.

Level up your DIY pedicures with these clever toe separators. They’re made from a firm yet soft gel material, giving them more structure and support than foam models to space out your toes as you polish. And because they’re not as porous as foam versions, they’re much easier to clean and reuse.

• Available colors: 5

Reduce under-eye puffiness and brighten skin with these “chilled rosé” eye patches. Because they’re infused with hyaluronic acid, they’ll add moisture, while antioxidant-rich grape and strawberry extracts add protection. Their soothing effect is heightened if you store them in the refrigerator for a cooling treatment, too. As one five-star reviewer wrote, “I absolutely love these eye patches. Not only are they prettier than most I’ve seen, but they actually work. I truly notice a difference after wearing them.”

If shaving your face isn’t a part of your beauty routine, these facial razors will make you reconsider. Using a tiny, precise razor to remove dead skin and micro hairs from your face not only helps your products absorb more easily, they can even help your makeup look smoother and more even. In fact, the razors can even remove the top layer of dead skin cells for a brighter complexion. They’re constructed with a stainless steel blades and easy-to-grip handles.

Less intense than in-office microneedling, this derma roller uses a similar technique to exfoliate the skin and improve texture. This roller boasts nearly 200 titanium needles that lightly pierce the skin, which also helps your serums and lotions absorb more efficiently. Just clean the tool after use and you can reuse it again and again.

• Available colors: 2

This eyelash curler not only looks pretty, but it works well, too. It’s made from stainless steel with an ergonomic grip, and features a calibrated hinge that provides uniform pressure to curl all lashes evenly. All it takes is a few seconds of pressure for dramatic, curled looks. And not only does this curler come with a cute storage sack, it even includes replacement pads, too.

• Available colors: 4

Try this vegan lip butter for a beautiful hybrid of skin care and makeup. Not only does it soothe chapped lips with shea butter and agave, but it also delivers buildable color in a range of rosy tones. The result is a velvety finish that feels soft without any tacky, greasy residue. And for those who want the smoothness without the color, there’s even a clear option.

• Available colors: 9