As beauty editors (and self-professed product junkies), nothing gets our adrenaline pumping quite like an impromptu visit to the most mystical of makeup meccas -- Sephora. Hearts racing and hands grabbing, our typical shopping M.O. involves walking through the aisles with childlike abandon and subjecting our limbs to the beautifying mercy of countless products. From lipsticks to perfume to eye cream, we want it all. And while this strategy has proven beneficial for our ever-evolving beauty collection, over time, it's done a serious number on our bank account. (Blame it on our champagne taste.)
So, in an effort to shape up our spending habits, we did some research and discovered that it's totally possible to walk through Sephora's doors without having to hide our credit card (or leave it behind altogether). Though our initial expectations were set pretty low, you can imagine our delight when we discovered a plethora of top-selling products that come in at $10 or less. And, as the generous beauty lovers that we are, we couldn't wait to share. Ahead, 17 editor-approved Sephora buys that are considerably less than a bucket of popcorn and ticket to "Wonder Woman."
This dreamy, rose-scented balm is a reigning best-seller at Sephora. Suitable for both lips and skin, it delicately heals even the most stubborn cases of chapped and cracked skin. With a simple ingredient list (petroleum, cotton seed oil, and the brand's top secret brand of botanical oils), this salve is a total steal and in all honesty, yields results that rival its (much pricier) counterparts.
It can't be denied that 2017 is the year of shimmer. This Sephora Collection luminizing primer imparts a gorgeous, natural-looking glow. Subtle golden flecks make skin look healthy and radiant -- and keeps foundation in place on the hottest of days.
When it comes to Sephora's selection of cult-worthy haircare, Verb is the new kid on the block. We love this travel-sized dry shampoo for its lighter-than-air volume, clean formulation (you won't find any parabens, sulfates, or phthalates), and the non-chalky formula that never leaves behind icky white residue. We're tossing one in our gym bag and another in our purse.
Makeup Eraser The Original Makeup Eraser Heart, $10
Though completely non-negotiable, removing our makeup at the end of the day feels like the chore to end all chores. Enter: The Original Makeup Eraser. Both adorable and efficient, this heart-shaped eraser cloth from Sephora removes stubborn makeup in one fell swoop and will withstand up to 1,000 washes. For a mere ten dollars, that's what we call beauty for your buck.
