7 Skincare Products Under $25 to Refresh Your Routine on a Budget

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.   

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L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Cleansing Gel

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

Garnier Green Labs Canna-B Pore Perfecting 3IN1 Cleanse + Exfoliate + Mask Serum Cream

This three-in-one product is the ultimate bargain! It's a cleanser, exfoliator and mask that utilizes the powers of cannabis sativa seed oil mixed with derm-approved ingredients niacinamide and vitamin B.

La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Hand Cream

These days, we’re washing our hands a lot more than usual, so investing in a quality hand cream is wise. But quality doesn’t have to mean pricey. Case in point: This shea butter hand cream immediately soothes hands and is resistant to hand washing. It's even approved by the National Eczema Association.

For Under $25 You Can Get...

Thayers Coconut Water Facial Mist

This pH balanced, gentle mist tones and moisturizes skin with a blend of coconut water, aloe vera and non-distilled witch hazel. We like keeping it deskside to spritz throughout the day. Trust us, you’ll get your money’s worth.

Carol’s Daughter Body Jelly All Natural Multi-Tasker

Perfect for all-over use,  on elbows, heels and lips or even for removing face makeup — this moisturizer is, as its name describes, a true multi-tasker. Sweet almond oil, jojoba oil, and other all-natural ingredients nourish leaving skin with a healthy-looking glow. You’ll save cash by cutting down on other products in your skincare routine.

CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser

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. 

Vichy Normaderm S.O.S Acne Rescue Spot Corrector

Looking for an effective, but affordable spot corrector to treat a flare-up? This one dries up and reduces the number and severity of acne blemishes. Not to mention, the lightweight texture is absorbed quickly.

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