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Best Budget Skincare Basics That Actually Work Good Skin Doesn't Need a Big Budget: The Five Basics

Five staples. That's the whole routine: a gentle cleanser, a plain moisturizer, sunscreen, lip balm, and micellar water. Picked for real specs, kept to a budget-minded short list.

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The roundup

CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser, Moisturizing Face Wash For Dry Skin, Hyaluronic Acid +

  • Developed with dermatologists
  • three essential ceramides (1, 3, 6-II) plus hyaluronic acid
  • MVE Technology continually releases moisturizing ingredients for 24-hour hydration
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CeraVe Moisturizing Cream, Body and Face Moisturizer for Dry Skin, Body Cream with

  • 19 oz cream for face and body
  • three essential ceramides (1,3,6-II) plus hyaluronic acid
  • MVE Technology releases a steady stream of moisturizing ingredients day and night
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Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen For Face & Body, SPF 55 Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB

  • Broad Spectrum SPF 55 with Dry-Touch technology for a non-greasy, ultra-light feel
  • formulated with Helioplex for UVA/UVB protection
  • water-resistant for up to 80 minutes
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Burt's Bees Lip Balm - Original Beeswax, Cucumber Mint, Watermelon & Sweet Mandarin, With

  • Four tubes: Original Beeswax, Cucumber Mint, Watermelon and Sweet Mandarin
  • responsibly sourced beeswax with nourishing oils and butters, tint-free with matte finish
  • formulated without parabens, phthalates, petrolatum or SLS
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Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water, All-in-1 Makeup Remover and Facial Cleanser, For All

  • All-in-1 cleanser and makeup remover: cleanses, removes makeup and refreshes skin
  • micelle technology attracts dirt, oil and makeup like a magnet without harsh rubbing
  • oil-free, alcohol-free, fragrance-free
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