These Brilliant, Cheap Things Make You Look So Much Better, You'll Use Them Constantly

You probably know all about the hydrating benefits of COSRX’s snail mucin essence, a K-beauty product touted by countless beauty experts and celebs. And now, you can get all of snail mucin's calming, hydrating, and skin barrier-repairing benefits with these snail mucin hydrogel face masks. Formulated with other powerhouse ingredients like niacinamide, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid, the masks deliver intense moisture to your face over the course of a few hours, or you can also wear them overnight to wake up to glowing skin.

Punctuate and elevate any look in seconds with this waist belt that’s sold in a two-pack. While the belt gives the illusion that it's made of an expensive-looking leather material, they're actually completely elastic — so they fit your measurements perfectly while staying comfortable, too. The belt has an attractive gold buckle in the front, and the belt's stretchiness means you can wear it all types of ways. Wear it low on your hips with trousers, or higher at your natural waistline to cinch loose dresses.

• Available colors: 12
• Available sizes: 22”-26” — 41”-45”

Attention all oily-skinned folks — this clever powder from Etude is about to become your new best friend. The translucent powder stops shine in its tracks, giving you a satiny matte finish that, according to reviewers, lasts all day long. It's formulated with cotton extract and sugar polymer to absorb excess oil without drying out your skin, and it'll run you less than $10.

Give the look of an intentionally layered 'fit without adding unnecessary bulk with these faux collars. Made of 100% cotton and resembling an expensive-looking dress shirt, the collars add a touch of elevation to crewneck sweaters and sweatshirts. They have comfortable, adjustable arm straps so they’ll stay in place all day long, and they come in a handful of different colors.

• Available colors: 7
• Available sizes: Medium — Large

Get a flawless lash look every time with this lash comb that brushes out mascara clumps to give you perfectly separated, natural-looking lashes. The tool has 30 stainless steel tines that glide effortlessly through lashes, just after you've applied mascara, to separate out any clumpiness. It comes with a cap for safely stashing it in your makeup bag, and it'll run you no more than $5.

• Available colors: 6

These latex elastics make a small but impactful difference. The set comes with 250 clear elastics that are especially useful for braids. They work on all hair types and textures, and this giant pack will last you forever.

This serum from K-beauty brand Anua hits that skin care sweet spot: powerful yet affordable. The fragrance-free serum contains a high 10% concentration of niacinamide along with 4% tranexamic acid for maximum brightening, as well as hydrating hyaluronic acid and barrier supporting ceramides to help calm and repair your skin. And reviewers have left some impressive before-and-after photos if you’re still not sold.

How clever is this clothing cinch clip? The tiny plastic accessory packs a big punch, effortlessly adding a gather or a cinch wherever you place it. Use it to add a cinched waistline on loose dresses, to add the illusion of a slit or bustle on skirts, or to crop baggy hems, making your clothes look perfectly tailored to you without the cost of a tailor. The rings is removable and reusable, and this set comes with rings in four different sizes for no more than $25.

Highlighting drops or bronzing drops? Now you don't have to choose thanks to this duo from e.l.f. The set comes with two products — a tube of Thirst Burst Drops with a hydrating hibiscus complex and a serum-level 5% niacinamide, along with a tube of bronzing drops with antioxidants and light-reflecting particles to give your skin a sun-kissed glow. Best when used together, the two products combine to give you a boost of hydration and a subtle, natural-looking tan — so they’re especially perfect for the colder months.

An absolute must for anyone with blonde hair (or blonde highlights), purple shampoo will have your hair looking more toned in no time, and you don't even have to add an extra step to your routine. This purple shampoo by Matrix delivers a high concentration of purple pigments to your hair — extra points if you let it sit for a few minutes before rinsing — for a cooler look after just one application.

Infused with hyaluronic acid to hydrate your skin while they deliver a faux tan, these bronzing drops from L’Oreal can be mixed in with your moisturizer or body lotion to gradually tan your skin over the course of the day. Start with a tiny bit, and build up to the exact sun-kissed glow you're looking for, all for less than $20.

Never again walk around with dirty shoes — this shoe cleaner kit makes it easier than ever to keep your kicks looking new and clean. Amazon's number-one best-seller in shoe cleaner kits, the set comes with a bottle of Pink Miracle shoe cleaner and a gentle, wooden-handled scrub brush. Safe for use on all types of shoe fabrics, from canvas and vinyl to leather and suede, the concentrated cleaner scrubs away built up dirt — and a little goes a long way.

Excess nose sebum has met its match with these hydrocolloid nose patches from Hero Cosmetics. The strips contain the same hydrocolloid used in Hero's iconic pimple patches, giving you a great alternative to traditional adhesive, abrasive nose patches. Designed to be used overnight, the patches gently absorb oil while you sleep so you wake up to smaller looking pores and clearer skin, all for less than $2 per patch.

Claw clip updos don't have to be casual, as exemplified by these oversized acetate claw clips with gold hardware and a tortoiseshell pattern. The clips have a strong spring to hold even long and thick hair, and they’re such an easy way to give yourself an elegant-looking updo in seconds flat. Four clips will run you no more than $10, and they come in a ton of different colors and styles, too.

• Available styles: 40

These heated hair rollers from Remington will amp up your roller game for bouncy curls that last all day long. The set comes with 20 velvet rollers — six large, 10 medium, and four small — with thermal cores that retain heat for longer. Just heat up the curlers, roll them into your hair, and secure them with the included crease-free J-clips. Once they cool, you'll be left with a bouncy, '90s-inspired 'do that's fluffy and voluminous.

Make your nails look better while actually getting them healthier, too, with this Hard To Resist nail strengthener by essie. The toning strengthener gives your nails a clear, shiny coat with a subtle wash of purple pigment to neutralize any yellow tones, all while strengthening dry and brittle nails and providing a barrier to protect your nails from daily wear and tear. And the best part? The product is no more than $10.

This portable mirror is not your typical makeup mirror. It has completely customizable lighting options so you can match the lighting of wherever you're going to be, making sure your makeup looks optimal no matter what you have planned. Going to the office? Use cool, bright light. Going to a nighttime party? Use warmer light. The mirror's LEDs are fully dimmable, it's easy to travel with since it's the size of a tablet, and it's rechargeable with a USB-C.

There's hardly an easier way to elevate your look than by whitening your teeth — and these whitening strips make it practically effortless (and surprisingly affordable, too, at a little more than $1 per treatment). While the strips give you noticeable results after just one 30-minute application, they'll give you your brightest smile ever after 14 days. They even come in fun flavors like peach and coconut, too.

• Available flavors: 8

Neutral socks that won't clash with anything are an unexpected way to elevate your looks — and the socks in this pack of six are made mostly of cotton so they're super breathable and comfortable, too. They have a ribbed pattern that gives them a nice look and a bit of extra warmth, and each pair of socks comes out to less than $3. While this set comes in several wearable, trendy neutrals, the socks also come in a few other tasteful color options.

• Available colors: 5
• Available sizes: 5-9 — 9-11

There's no need to reuse the same makeup sponges over and over again with this affordable pack of eight new makeup sponges. The sponges comes in two different shapes — a traditional water droplet shape that's best for applying powders like blush and setting powder, and an angled shape that's best for applying liquid foundation. You'll be left with your most flawlessly blended base ever, and each new sponge comes out to less than $1.

Never again find yourself stuck with an embarrassing stain with these Tide To Go pens — the product is a cult classic for a reason, and this pack comes with three pens for less than $10. If ever you get a food or drink stain while you're out and about, just press the pen onto the freshly blotted stain and rub to release the stain and make the pesky mark practically invisible.

Give yourself a sun-kissed glow in seconds with this Thank Me Later glow enhancer by Elizabeth Mott, which doubles as a primer. The liquid product can be used so many different ways — wear it alone for a subtle glow, wear it under foundation for a more even finish, or use it as a liquid highlighter or bronzer to bring some illumination into your complexion. It comes in four flexible shades, and it's less than $20.

• Available shades: 4

For a preppy-chic way to elevate any hair style, invest in this set of seven headbands — that, at less than $10, is shockingly affordable. While each headband is a tasteful neutral color, they have plenty of different styles to suit the needs of any outfit. Some are more simple, made with a knotted or padded cloth, while others, like the string of pearls, are elegant enough to dress up for nice events.

If you're a fan of instant gratification beauty products, these hydrogel under-eye patches are for you. Infused with skin-loving ingredients like hyaluronic acid, green tea extract, and centella asiatica extract, the patches visibly brighten and de-puff the under-eye area after just one 20-minute application. Each pair in this set comes out to around 50 cente each, and if you want an even greater de-puffing effect, store them in the fridge.

There's nothing like an annoying deodorant stain to ruin an outfit. But you'll never again find yourself in this pickle if you pick up a pair of these deodorant removing sponges. Since they're offered in a convenient two-pack, you can keep one at home and one stashed somewhere convenient — like in your travel bag, in your car, or at your desk. The sponges need no water to gently remove deodorant stains, and they come out to less than $5 each.

For a natural-looking blush that couldn't be any easier to apply, check out this cream-to-powder blush and bronzer stick from Julep Beauty. The product has buildable, blendable pigments for a customizable wash of color, along with soft-focus powders that blur imperfections, too. The product comes in both bronze and blush shades, and while it feels so expensive, it goes for less than $15.

• Available shades: 12

Staying completely invisible under clothes while still providing strong support, this Calvin Klein seamless bra is about to become your new go-to. The lightly lined V-neck has removable pads, smooth edges that mean it won't give you bra lines, and a microfiber fabric that's soft to the touch. It's soft and stretchy, too, so it feels like you're wearing practically nothing.

• Available colors: 25
• Available sizes: X-Small — 2X

Get the most effortless, cool-girl waves in no time with this hair waver by Bedhead. The appliance gives you the perfect loose waves with hardly any effort — just clamp your hair in the waver, starting at the roots and working your way down, and you'll be left with smooth, shiny waves that'll last all day long. The appliance has 10 temperature settings, and it even comes with a heat protective glove.

Rock braless looks without the fear of a nip slip with these Nippies nipple covers. The silicone covers have a medical-grade adhesive that can be used again and again without wearing out or irritating skin, along with tapered seamless edges so they disappear under your clothes. They come in two different sizes and five different shades, they're less than $30, and they've racked up over 30,000 five-star ratings on Amazon.

• Available shades: 5

For a clinically effective retinol without the clinical price, check out this retinol serum from Bliss. The product uses retinol to increase skin cell turnover for a smoother, clearer complexion, along with peptides to support collagen production and squalane to help skin retain moisture. In one study, 90% of users saw improvement after four weeks of use — and at less than $25 for two ounces of product, what to you have to loose?

Finally, the perfect everyday earring that's simple, lightweight, and just chunky enough. These hoops are plated in real 14-karat gold so they're high-quality and durable, but they're still impressively under $15. They have an ideal 22-millimeter size that makes them great for all situations — shiny and noticeable for dressing up for nice events, professional enough for work, and comfortable enough for casual wear, too.

One piece in the puzzle of clear skin? Making sure you’re washing and drying with clean towels that are free of built up bacteria. These disposable towels help you do just that, giving you a totally clean towel to reach for after drying your face. The disposable towels go for right around $15 for a pack of 50, and they have so many other uses besides patting your face dry — use them for removing face masks, cleaning your body, or even wiping your countertops.

Get your sweaters looking fresh and new in no time with this cashmere comb. The tool has a wooden handle and teeth that gently comb out excess lint and pills from all types of materials (not just cashmere). You’re about to make all of your sweaters look so much more expensive for no more than $10.

This product takes your typical scalp massager brush and kicks it up a notch. The double-sided brush has a standard side with large silicone bristles that are best used while you’re shampooing. But the other side is designed for use on dry hair, with fine bristles that brush out tangles and also remove dandruff. The two-in-one shampoo brush has been racking up almost exclusively five-star ratings, and it’s less than $15.

• Available colors: 2

A comfortable base layer that’ll have you looking put together in no time, this long-sleeve V-neck bodysuit goes for less than $50 but looks incredibly expensive. It has long sleeves and a thick, opaque fabric to keep you warm during the colder months, and a thong-cut bottom for a seamless finish under tight bottoms. The bodysuit is easy to dress down or dress up, and it comes in a handful of different colors.

• Available colors: 9
• Available sizes: X-Small — X-Large

Want to super charge your teeth whitening? These whitening pens get you dental grade whitening for less than $20. They’re super easy to use — just twist the pen to release the formula, brush it onto your teeth, leave it on for 10 minutes, and rinse. Use for five days consecutively and you should see noticeable results.

What’s better than an elegant gold necklace you can wear every day? Two of them, of course. These layered necklaces are plated in 14-karat gold for durability, and they cost no more than $15 for two. While you can wear them separately, the two dainty necklaces — one a paper clip chain and one a chunky chain with a toggle clasp — are designed to look especially nice together.

• Available styles: 13

One of the most effective acne treatments on the market, Differin was available only by prescription until a few years ago. But now you can snag this large tube on Amazon for less than $30. A powerful type of retinoid, adapalene works by helping your skin cells turn over at a higher rate, treating acne and clogged pores in the process. Touted by thousands as a skin savior, just check all the before-and-after photos to see for yourself.

Confidently make sure your clothes are fitting just how you want them with this double-sided tape by Fearless. This pack comes with 50 strips that all measure 3 inches long and a half inch wide, so you don’t even have to cut them to the appropriate size. The double-sided tape is made with a gentle, skin-friendly adhesive, and is great at keeping shirt straps, sock heels, or dress backs firmly in place.

Get your hair looking smooth and shiny with hardly any effort with this best-selling hair protein treatment. Just apply the cream like a hair mask and let it sit for 10 minutes before rinsing it out and revealing smoother, stronger locks. The product is the perfect carry-on size (100 milliliters), it’s backed by over 35,000 five-star ratings, and it’s under $10.

This satin midi skirt is a total wardrobe staple — it’s appropriate for so many situations because it’s easy to dress up with heels and a blouse or dress down with sneakers and a chunky sweater, but it always leaves you looking elegant no matter what. It even has a hidden elastic waist band so it looks perfectly tailored and expensive, and it has a slight flare at the bottom. It’s made of a shiny satin material and comes in so many colors and prints, including leopard.

• Available colors: 29
• Available sizes: Small — 3X-Large

You’ve probably heard all about Tower 28’s buzzy SOS Spray, a one-ingredient, antimicrobial hypochlorous acid spray that’s especially effective for acne-prone skin. But there are so many other (more affordable) hypochlorous acid sprays on Amazon, including this option from Briotech. It comes in a large 4-ounce size for no more than $15, and it’s just as effective at calming and soothing redness and inflammation while remaining totally non-irritating for sensitive skin.

Designed for everyday wear, these cubic zirconia studs from Amazon Essentials are full of timeless elegance. The simple studs have sterling silver posts (and they also come in gold-plated options), making them durable and safe for sensitive ears, while the cubic zirconia gives a diamond-like sheen. The studs come in lots of different size options, too, so you can choose what works best for your earscape.

• Available colors: 4
• Available sizes: 6.5 mm — 8.5 mm

Ideal for long hair, this Revlon One-Step brush is Amazon’s current bestseller in hot-air hair brushes. It dries hair while adding plenty of volume, so there’s no need for the two handed blow-dryer-and-round-brush approach to achieve a bouncy blowout. The dryer has tangle-free bristles that reduce frizz while they dry hair in a snap, so you’re left with a polished-looking hairdo for less than $35. And in case you needed more convincing, the product has racked up over 400,000 five-star ratings on Amazon.

Give your pants the perfect fit without having to go to the tailor with these Comfy Clothiers waist extenders. Don’t donate ill-fitting pants just yet — the extenders let you add an extra inch or two to any waistline by hooking around the pants’ existing button and creating a new, extended button. And since this is a pack of six, you can keep one on every pair of jeans you own.

For brows that are noticeably fuller and thicker, check out this eyebrow growth serum. The serum uses tried-and-true hair growth ingredients like peptides, biotin, and panthenol (vitamin B5), and it has a super clever applicator, too — the doe foot on top lets you deposit product, while the spoolie evenly distributes it among your brow hairs. Reviewers say the product gives noticeable results, and it rings up at under $30.

Another pill remover, this one is electric and buzzes away pills in seconds flat — and it’s less than $15. The rechargeable fabric shaver has strong and sharp blades that are safely behind a screen and can cut through all types of fabric pills. The shaver has a lint collector to catch all the fuzz, and you can even use it on non-clothing items like bedding, furniture, and plush toys.

Get your softest, smoothest lips ever with this organic lip scrub that’ll run you no more than $15. The scrub is made with naturally nourishing ingredients like beeswax and vitamin E, along with sugar crystals to physically exfoliate dead skin to reveal a more hydrated, softer pout. You’ll also get a much better lipstick application when you start with lips that are flake-free and nourished.

Never again worry about panty lines with these seamless thongs that come in the most affordable seven-pack for less than $20. The no-show thongs feature laser-cut seams that’s don’t dig into skin or create panty lines, so they’re perfect for wearing underneath leggings or tight dresses and skirts. The thongs are made of a stretchy nylon with 100% cotton crotches, and their low-cut design makes them as cute as they are comfy and practical.

• Available colors: 18
• Available sizes: X-Small — X-Large

These facial ice globes do more than make you feel like you’re at a fancy spa — they’re cooling and soothing when applied to the face, so they help to reduce puffiness, inflammation, and redness. The globes are lightweight and, especially when stored in the freezer, help you massage your face to increase blood circulation and lymphatic drainage while also reducing inflammation.

• Available colors: 9

It turns out an Apple Watch can be dressy — if you wear it with an attractive leather band like this one. Never again dress down a look with your smart watch’s athletic band with this dressy leather strap. It has a dark color that does with practically everything, along with elegant gold hardware and lots of holes in the strap which means that one size fits most. The strap is compatible with almost all Apple Watches, and it comes in a ton of different color options to match your vibe.

• Available colors: 23

Get two benefits in one with this glycolic acid and kombucha face wash. Not only will it cleanse skin of makeup, oil, and other impurities, but it also gives you a gentle yet effective chemical exfoliation with the addition of glycolic acid. Combined with kombucha, it works to slough off dead skin cells so you’re left with a softer, brighter complexion. The product also has niacinamide to brighten and shea butter to nourish, and it’s less than $25.

Elevate your casual athlesiure looks for less than $35 with these faux-leather leggings. The leggings are made of a buttery soft polyamide fabric so they’re just as soft as conventional leggings (if not softer). But they have a satiny faux-leather finish that makes them look so much more elevated, so you can pair them with blouses and sweaters for a more dressed up look. The pants have a high waist and four-way stretch, and they come in a handful of color options.

• Available colors: 9
• Available sizes: XX-Small — X-Large

Looking to add a bit more hydration to dull, dry skin? A toner is the way to go. This essence toner spray by SeoulCeuticals is full of refreshing, hydrating ingredients, and is designed to be gentle and soothing to even irritated skin. Aloe, green tea, and cucumber extract all give the product its refreshing feel — spritz it on after cleansing and before moisturizing for an extra layer of moisture, or give your skin a midday refresh any time.

How clever are these elastic boot clip straps? The adjustable straps are designed to clip onto the bottom of your pant legs and wrap underneath your foot like stirrups, invisibly keeping your pant legs tucked into your boots all day long. The clips are made with plastic teeth so they won’t damage your clothes, and they’re useful in other cases, too — like keeping a fitted sheet on the bed or attaching gloves to jackets.

Your eyebrows frame your whole face, so it really does make a different how you style them. Fill in sparse brows in seconds flat with this Brow Wiz pencil from iconic eyebrow brand Anastasia Beverly Hills, and you’ll see for yourself. The pencil features a twist-up tip that’s thin enough to mimic brow hairs, while the spoolie on the other end lets you brush brows into place for perfectly shaped and balanced brows in no time.

• Available colors: 12

If you thought sneakers only get dirtier and worse-looking with age, think again. These sneaker cleaning sponges make cleaning your kicks a breeze, and they come out to only $1 each with this pack of 20. Just add a little water, rub the white side on your shoes, and watch dirt and grime dissolve before your eyes as the orange side wipes everything away. The sponges are travel-friendly, too, so you can have clean shoes wherever you go.

Bond-repairing treatments for your hair don’t have to cost an arm and a leg, as exemplified by this treatment that comes in a large 6.7-ounce jar for no more than $25. When applied like a hair mask, the treatment penetrates deep into your hair’s shaft to repair damage from the inside out, leaving you with stronger, healthier hair and salon-worthy results. Suitable for use on all hair types, the treatment is cruelty-free and vegan, too.

Rock daring looks with confidence and ease with this boob tape kit that comes complete with nipple covers and a roll of super-strong but gentle tape. Comfortable and flexible, the tape lets you go braless and provides invisible support however you need it, whether you’re wearing a backless dress, a deep V-neck, or a strapless top. Reviewers rave about how strong the tape is, and the whole set is no more than $20.

Another tool you should absolutely have in your breakout toolbox, these hydrocolloid pimple patches help gently absorb gunk out of pimples without any squeezing or irritation. They’re some of the most affordable pimple patches on the market, and they have another benefit, too — they contain salicylic acid and tea tree oil to combat active breakouts to help your skin heal faster from pimples.