Our Favorite Budget-Friendly Skincare Products to Shop Right Now

Sticking to a budget is easier said than done, especially when it comes to shopping for skincare. Luxe packaging, unique ingredients and impressive-seeming results are enticing, but we have news for you — you can get all of the above in a product without breaking the bank. From radiance-boosting serums to exfoliating cleansers, there are so many amazing drugstore buys on shelves right now. Here, we’re rounding up our affordable favorites that are good for the skin and easy on the wallet.   

L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Cleansing Gel, $9.97 (MSRP)

Formulated with glycolic acid, this cleanser helps resurface skin as it removes impurities. After use, pores appear minimized and skin looks brighter. 

Thayers Rose Petal Witch Hazel Facial Serum, $9.99 (MSRP)

Hydrate, even tone, calm redness and protect skin with this multitasking $10 serum. Ingredients include hyaluronic acid, rosewater, vitamin C and Thayers’ witch hazel and aloe vera blend.

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral SPF Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid, $34.99 (MSRP)

You’ll never “forget” to apply SPF in the morning again with this cream that doubles as sunscreen and moisturizer. It contains hyaluronic acid to offer 12-hour hydration, plus mineral SPF 30 sunscreen to protect skin.

Vichy LiftActiv Supreme H.A. Wrinkle Corrector, $37.50 (MSRP)

In addition to hydrating, hyaluronic acid helps plump skin and visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This serum contains a potent dose of the ingredient, as well as vitamin C and volcanic water to prevent premature aging and strengthen the skin barrier. 

CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser, $17.38 (MSRP)

If you love the sensation of foaming cleansers but don’t love how drying they can be, reach for this cream-to-foam formula. It helps effectively remove impurities without stripping the skin of essential moisture, and it contains ceramides, amino acids and hyaluronic acid for hydrating benefits. 

Garnier Green Labs Pinea-C Brightening Serum Cream SPF 30, $21.99 (MSRP)

With the Garnier Serum Creams, you get three products in one for just $22. This formula works as a serum, lightweight moisturizer and a broad-spectrum sunscreen and contains pineapple and vitamin C to brighten and target dark spots. 

Design: Hannah Packer

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