37 Inexpensive Products You'll Wish You Bought Sooner

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Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener perfect for anyone who wants to trick everyone around them into thinking they got a full nine hours of sleep when in reality, they got maybe six. 😖 This stuff is basically the makeup of the future because it's designed with a color-adapting formula to help your bags go bye bye, giving you instant coverage with a lightweight feel. And let's not forget it's much cheaper than the $33 Becca version.
A three-pack of vintage-inspired sunglasses just as stylish as Ray-Bans *AND* they're even polarized! Yep, go ahead and buy yourself a few colors to match your outfits.
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Moisturizing Face SPF 60 Serum that'll help hydrate your skin while protecting you from the sun's harsh rays. Your skin will be smooth, white-cast-free, and ready for your makeup routine (or to hit the road if you're going ~au naturale~ today).
A cute lil' insect catcher you can set up inside or outside to help stop fruit flies, gnats, mosquitoes, and more from invading your personal space. These are scentless, noiseless, and wayyy more affordable than those electric or liquid versions.
A cult-fave supportive seamless compressive bodysuit some reviewers are saying is just as good as the Skims version (and like half the price). It'll help support and smooth you either under your fancy new dress or on its own with a pair of jeans.
An easy-to-apply one-hour (!!) self-tanner so you can get that perfect color before you even step foot in the sand. Which means, you'll already be looking like a local and don't have to risk actually tanning which can be bad for your skin. AND that means more time for splashing around in the waves!! 🌊
Essence's Lash Princess mascara that will give you the look of wearing falsies, without the hassle of making sure you actually know how to put them on. Not to mention, the end result will be basically the same as you would get with higher end versions, only significantly cheaper.
A bottle of sulfate-free biotin shampoo infused with botanical extracts to help thicken and hydrate your hair while also clarifying and cleansing product buildup on your scalp. Yeah, go ahead and just toss your prescription for that expensive shampoo, you won't be needing it anymore.
A set of cult-favorite, absurdly affordable moisture-wicking exercise socks to add a little extra cushion to your feet while supporting your arch and your heels. You'll have a pep in your step knowing you won't be covered in blisters and your wallet won't be empty.
A set of chic, highly popular wireless Bluetooth earbuds comparable to AirPods, except these are actually waterproof… like accidentally-step-into-the-shower-with-them-still-in waterproof!! You can even jam out to your fave songs up to one meter deep for 30 minutes.
Eos' Shea Butter Vanilla Cashmere body lotion with a smell so delightful you may be tempted to try a bite (but please, don't do that). And your nose won't be the only happy thing. Your skin is going to love the lightweight but long-lasting moisturization.
E.l.f.'s sheer tint, hyaluronic acid-infused "Squeeze Me" lip balm, which will help moisturize your lips. It is perfect for anyone who *hates* how chapped their lips get when the seasons change and is available in delectable flavors like vanilla frosting, peach, and strawberry.
An affordable, Lululemon-esque longline sports bra made with flexible fabric to let you move freely throughout your workout or while running errands. Warning: You may end up with 10 different colors before you even realize what you've done, but for how much you're saving by skipping out on the name brand, you won't mind.
L'Oréal Paris Makeup True Match Lumi Glotion to instantly give you a ✨glow✨ while also hydrating your skin. The subtle tint will provide you a nice, light coverage on those days when you absolutely *cannot* with a full face of makeup.
Marc Anthony "Grow Long" Leave-In Conditioner Spray that's giving Olaplex results at a drug store price. 🙌🏼 It's made with caffeine, gin`seng, and vitamin E to help detangle, smooth frizz, and reduce split ends and breakage.
A bottle of Nyx matte setting spray you can just spritz right on top of your makeup to protect all your hard work and prevent it from smudging or fading. 🙌🏼
A six-piece (!!) set of high-performance matte lipsticks so you can have ~options~ and still pay less than what you'd pay for *one* color of another brand. Don't worry, just because they're inexpensive doesn't mean they are cheap — reviewers are saying they perform just as well as those more expensive brands.
An affordable cult-favorite luxury-scented candle that smells so delicious and quiiite similar to the beloved (and expensive) Le Labo's Santal 33. You're gonna wanna spend all night at home until you've burned through this bad boy it smells that good.
A set of sophisticated cylindrical wineglasses pretty much as aesthetically pleasing as a glass can be. Whether you drink wine, champagne, cocktails, or just want to elevate your soda or water, you'll feel far more ~bougie~ when you're drinking out of these (especially since you know you saved a lot of money not buying the Crate & Barrel version).
A breezy long-sleeve crochet swimsuit cover-up perfect for getting you from point A to point B (aka the hotel room to the beach) without ending up in a puddle of sweat before you actually reach your destination. Plus it's just cute as heck.
A lil' polar bear hydrating eye stick formulated with Iceland glacial water to help tighten skin and reduce the appearance of dark circles. I mean, come on, the adorable little bear PLUS fancy glacier water from Iceland, all while making me look like I actually slept last night?! That just sounds like it would cost a small fortune — but lucky for you, it's not even $10!!
A reviewer-beloved straw fedora with UPF 80 so you can look stylish as heck while still protecting your precious face from the sun's damaging rays. And it's even perfect for your more ~wild~ adventures with a hidden strap inside so you can adjust it to fit snuggly, and a chin strap if that's not enough.
E.l.f.'s Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm, which starts off as a solid and melts into a nourishing oil that'll help remove all your makeup just as easily as the more expensive versions. Your skin is gonna feel hydrated and silky smooth once your 12-hour-old makeup melts away.
A Petcube that'll let you watch your pets with high-quality, wide-angle video that also has night vision. Now, you can get alerts and see what your doggo is doing while you're out and about for a fraction of the price of a Furbo.
A ~weightless~ liquid cream blush so good Selena might even use it herself. With its highly pigmented and blendable formula, you'll be creating gorgeous looks worthy of being on the red carpet.
A pair of ~Dreamlux~ leggings beloved by reviewers as a great alternative to that one v popular athleisure brand… except these are ~way~ more affordable (we're talking $70 cheaper 😱). Get ready for your newest obsession — your closet is about to get a lottttt fuller.
A set of toss-and-chop salad tongs to achieve those amazing, bite-size pieces like you can get at restaurants because somehow salad is SO much better when all the pieces are teeny and easy to eat. These will work for everything from the lettuce to veggies to meat. Your vegetable intake is about to drastically increase.
A crossbody phone wallet reminiscent of the Bandolier version except cheaper *and* with RFID-blocking. Your belongings will all be safe and easily accessible while you can use your hands to hold onto your coffee or gelato as you tour the town.
A set of satin pillowcases designed with your delicate skin and hair in mind. These will have you waking up refreshed and ~almost~ as put together as basically any character in a movie during those *I woke up like this* scenes. So no, you don't need to splurge on Slip, Kitsch, and Blissy.
A Cosori gooseneck electric kettle so you can brew the perfectly hot cup of coffee or tea at the ~exact~ temperature you want without needing a stove. Added bonus, this thing is gorgeous so you won't even need to find a place to store it — you can just let it sit out and serve as decor.
A ridiculously soft oversized hoodie comparable to Aritzia, Skims, and Abercrombie. TBH I even have one from Lululemon that this looks awfully similar to, except I paid almost $100 (🫠). Feels like that means I can just buy two (or three) of these... girl math, amirite??
An almost unbelievably soft waffle weave blanket made with bamboo that is so comfy and cozy you're gonna want to buy one for every bed and couch in your house... and probably an extra or two in case you have guests over.
An adorable, roomy duffel bag comparable to the Herschel duffle for half the price. Reviewers love that it's durable, water-resistant, has a luggage strap to easily attach to your suitcase, and has two handle lengths. Go ahead and book that weekend trip you've been dreaming about, this is officially your sign.
Maybelline's Total Temptation Eyebrow Definer Pencil to transform your sparse brows into the full ones of your dreams. You can make 'em bushier than a bunny's tail if that's the vibe you're going for.
A Lululemon-inspired mini belted pack designed to hold all your essentials all day long. And just like the Lululemon version, this bad boy can hold a shocking amount of stuff!
A nine-pair set of hypoallergenic golden hoop earrings so you can wear a different pair every day of the week and still have two pairs leftover! Not to mention no one will ever know these aren't real gold, and you could buy easily 10 packs of these for the price of one pair of solid gold. If you ask me nine > less than one.
A pair of classic white sneakers because this style is truly a staple but by golly there's no way you're spending hundreds on a pair of plain shoes just because of their brand name!!