
These 50 Cheap Things Make You Look So Much Better & Are Getting Really Popular
Looking to upgrade your beauty game? Then you’ve come to the right place. Ahead, you’ll find 50 products from Amazon that’ll make you look (and feel!) so much better, all hand-picked by our shopping editors and backed by thousands of five-star Amazon ratings. From skin care products and makeup to a few fashion-adjacent finds for good measure, these are the things you’ll want to reach for when you’re looking for your next confidence boost.
01This Gel Sheet Mask That You Wear Overnight
A sheet mask you can wear overnight, this collagen mask from Biodance has been flying off the (virtual) shelves at Amazon lately. The mask is full of skin-loving ingredients like niacinamide, collagen, and low-weight hyaluronic acid that penetrates deep into the skin to give you plump, glowy skin from within. The opaque gel mask fits snugly onto your face — then, as you sleep, the mask slowly becomes clear as your skin absorbs its ingredients so you wake up to bouncier, smoother skin.
02This Multi-Use Luminizer For An All Over Glow
L'Oreal's Lumi Glotion is Amazon's number-one best-selling highlighter, and for good reason — it's incredibly versatile, and it costs less than $15. The glow enhancer has glycerin and shea butter for all day hydration, along with luminous pearls to give your skin a natural-looking radiance. Use it as a highlighter on your cheekbones and other high points, mix it into your foundation for a boosted glow, or use it on its own in lieu of makeup for your most glowy look ever.
- Available shades: 5
03A Creamy Eyeshadow Stick That Doubles As Highlighter
With this convenient eyeshadow stick, eyeshadow application has never been easier. The cream-to-powder formula gives you excellent color payoff in just a few swipes, blends out easily, and has waterproof staying power that resists creasing. This champagne shimmer shade brings that perfect pop of shimmer to your eyes while still working well for everyday looks, but it also comes in 33 other shades that are all under $20. And if you get a shade that matches your skin tone, you can also use it as highlighter.
- Available shades: 34
04This Lip Liner Lip Stain That Stays Put All Day Long
For a lip look that won't budge, check out this lip liner stain that’s gone viral on TikTok. Just apply the clever stain to the outside of your lips and leave it on for up to five minutes while it dries, then peel it off with the included tweezers to reveal a lip liner stain that'll last all day long. The product has a natural matte finish with a comfortable, non-drying feel, and you can also use it on your entire lip for an all-over stain. It comes in two different shades, and it's no more than $15.
- Available shades: 2
05This Best-Selling, Double-Sided Eyebrow Pencil
Perfectly coiffed eyebrows make you look so much more put together in seconds, which is why this $2 brow pencil from e.l.f is a fantastically useful product. One end has a fine-tip pencil for filling in your brows, and the other has a spoolie to brush your brows into place. The pencil comes in five different shades, and it's sold over 20,000 times in the last month alone.
- Available shades: 5
06These Stain Erasers To Quickly Remove Red Wine & Coffee Stains From Teeth
Remove wine and coffee stain in seconds with these teeth whitening stain erasers. Not only do they remove stains in a flash, but they also help promote fresher breath. They’re sold in a 28-pack and each eraser is super tiny, so you can throw a few in all of your most-used bags.
07This Self-Tanning Lotion That Promotes Firm, Glowy Skin
For a subtle, natural-looking glow, this Jergens Natural Glow lotion doesn't disappoint, which is probably why it's sold over 20,000 times in the last month. The product leaves your skin more hydrated, nourished, and glowing, just like a typical body lotion, but it also gives you a natural-looking tan once you use it a few days in a row. It's pretty much impossible to overdo, and it costs less than $12.
- Available shades: 2
08A Three-Piece Hair Brush Set For Slicked Back Looks
For precise hairstyling, you'll want to check out this three-piece hairbrush set that'll give you laser-sharp precision. The set comes with a double-sided edge brush with nylon bristles on one end and a fine comb on the other, a larger bristle brush, and a fine-tooth comb with a stainless steel handle for easy parting. The brush set comes in 18 different colors, and at less than $5, it's very affordable.
09This Versatile Bodysuit That Hugs You In All The Right Places
Amazon's number-one best-seller in women's shapewear, this bodysuit hits all the right points. It's made of a super stretchy material that cinches your waist, and it has a no-compression bra design, a thong cut, and adjustable straps. It hugs you in all the right places, and even has a snap closure at the crotch. The bodysuit fits seamlessly under your clothes, but it's also cute and versatile enough to be worn on its own, whether as a top or as a layering piece.
- Available sizes: XXS/XS — 4XL/5XL
- Available colors: 9
10A Hair Wax Stick For Gel-Like Hold Without The Crunch
Do you like a slicked-back look, but don't like all the crunchiness? Then check out this hair wax stick from Bed Head that leaves your hair with soft, pliable hold. Formulated with beeswax for texture and castor oil for nourishment, the stick gives your hair grip and definition that looks so much better than a gel. The under-$15 wax is easy to work in and reshape with, and it even has a soothing lavender scent.
11This Color-Correcting & Brightening Under-Eye Concealer
For a more natural-looking alternative to traditional concealer, try this color-correcting eye brightener from e.l.f — it's even become Amazon's number-one new release in the concealer category. The medium-coverage brightener uses illuminating pearls to reduce the appearance of tired-looking under-eyes, and it's infused with hyaluronic acid and squalane so it won't leave your skin looking dry or cakey. Plus, it's no more than $6.
- Available shades: 6
12These Seamless Undies To Prevent Panty Lines From Ruining Your Look
Want to avoid panty lines, but don't like wearing thongs? These seamless undies are just what you need. They have a cheeky bikini cut for just the right amount of coverage, but their nylon material and 3-D cutting means they don't show any panty lines. They have a cotton crotch for breathability, they come in packs of six or seven, and each pair comes out to less than $3.
- Available sizes: X-Small — X-Large
- Available colors: 16
13These Foot Masks That’ll Give You Your Softest Feet Ever
An Amazon cult-favorite, these foot peel masks have amassed over 50,000 five-star ratings, and for good reason — they leave you with the kind of baby soft feet you can't achieve with pedicures alone. Just slip your feet into the masks, leave them on for an hour, and rinse. Then, over the next week or two, all your feet's dried skin and calluses will gently peel off, leaving you with soft, super-smooth soles.
14These Gold Claw Clips That Look So Elevated & Polished
Kick your regular claw clips up a notch with these large metal claw clips that look so much chicer than their plastic counterparts. The pack comes with six unique clips for under $10, each of which is made of a high quality metal alloy. Their powerful springs hold even thick and curly hair in place, and the clips' almost exclusively five-star reviews attest to their durability, grip, and elegant appearance.
15This Oversized Button-Down Shirt That’s Soft, Comfy, & Always Chic
Look so put together and chic with this cute button-down shirt that's just as comfortable as any old T-shirt. The classic white button down goes with everything, works for any occasion, and will literally never go out of style. Reviewers love how the shirt is breathable and lightweight, but not at all see-through, and also report that it’s incredibly soft.
- Available sizes: X-Small — 4X-Large
- Available colors and styles: 12
16These Beauty Sponges For Flawless, Pro-Quality Makeup
There's nothing like a sponge to make your makeup look perfectly blended — and this pack of makeup sponges gets you five for less than $10 so you always have a fresh one on hand. They're a nice manageable size, and work best to blend makeup once they're a little damp. Reviewers note that they dry quickly so they're easy to wash in between uses, and that they're fantastic quality for the price.
17This Hair Waver For Beachy Waves In Minutes
For effortlessly wavy, beachy hair, check out this hair waver that's under $40. Like a crimper but more natural-looking, the tool gets you loose waves with minimal effort. The barrels are made of tourmaline ceramic to protect your hair from heat damage and make it smooth and shiny, and the device has 10 different temperature settings and an auto-off function. It even comes with a heat protective glove so you won't burn your fingers.
18A Pair Of Sleek Jeggings That Look Like Real Denim
These Amazon Essentials jeggings look like a nice, tailored pair of jeans, but in reality they're as stretchy and comfortable as a pair of leggings. They're made of a cotton/polyester blend that makes them soft, stretchy, and breathable, and they have both front and back pockets like a real pair of jeans. They come in eight different colors, from blue to black to khaki.
- Available sizes: X-Small — 4X
- Available colors: 8
19This Brow Gel That Frames Your Face With A Few Swipes
Like mascara for your eyebrows, this Elizabeth Mott brow gel gives you more defined, tidy brows in seconds. The water-resistant gel fills in any sparse areas and helps your brows stay in place all day long with just a few swipes of product. On days when you have less than five minutes to throw on makeup, this is a hero product, as it helps frame your face and makes you look so much more put together. The gel comes in six natural colors, and it's less than $15.
- Available shades: 6
20These Pearl Clips For Cinching The Waist On Your Jeans
With these faux-pearl cinching clips, a too-big pair of pants can look even better than a pair that fits perfectly — because you can add some bling to the waist line as you fit them to your measurements. Each of these five safety pins has a different pearl and crystal design so you can look perfectly chic as you tighten up the waistline on denim that doesn't fit, hold together an open cardigan, or shorten a V-neck. And the entire set is less than $10.
21An Ice Roller To Soothe Puffiness & Inflammation
Amp up your morning skin care routine with this cryotherapy ice roller. Designed to decrease inflammation, the ice roller helps to depuff skin and calm irritation. Just keep it in the freezer so it's ready to go on early mornings when your skin is looking (or feeling) tired — it's great at helping you look rested and refreshed even when you're sleep deprived. And the luxury-feeling tool is less than $10.
- Available colors: 17
22This Chic Jumpsuit That’s An Easy Outfit On Its Own
When you want to look incredibly chic and stylish, but have no idea what to wear, reach for this jumpsuit. Its ruched bodice and square neckline give it structure, and its wide straps make it easy to wear with a bra. The jumpsuit has wide, flowy, full-length pant legs, and it even has pockets. Just throw it in the washing machine when it’s time to wash it, and this easy to care for look will be on repeat all season.
- Available sizes: Small — X-Large
- Available colors: 13
23This Hot Air Brush For Smooth, Shiny Blowouts In 1 Step
Bouncy blowouts have never been so easy with this convenient blow dryer brush. Instead of having to navigate a round brush in one hand and a blow dryer in the other, this product combines the two so you get a smoother, more voluminous blowout without any skills required. The drier's negative ion technology helps hair to lock in moisture and reduce frizz for more shine, while the one-step product helps you avoid the damage that comes with multiple heat styling steps — blow drying and then straightening or curling. Best of all, it’s no more than $40.
24This Double-Sided Body Tape To Prevent Wardrobe Mishaps
Amazon's number-one best-seller in lingerie tape, this double-sided body and clothing tape has sold over 30,000 times in the last month. The super-versatile tape comes in 3-inch clear strips that are easy to use anywhere. Prevent bra straps from poking out, low necklines from sagging down, or socks from slipping off your heels so you can feel more comfortable and free no matter what you're wearing. And this pack comes with 50 strips, so you'll pretty much never run out.
25A High-Quality Eyelash Curler With Replaceable Rubber Pads
You’d be surprised by what a big difference curled eyelashes can make, whether you wear mascara or not. The stainless steel tool is designed to curl eyelashes perfectly without pinching or pulling, with an ergonomic handle and a flawlessly calibrated hinge for uniform pressure. But the best part is everything it comes with: five rubber pad replacements, a pair of tweezers, and a satin bag to hold it all.
- Available colors: 4
26A User-Friendly Kit So You Can DIY Your Eyelash Extensions
Get the look of professional eyelash extensions without the price tag with this at-home lash extension kit. The kit gives you everything you need to do you own lash extensions that last for up to a week, so you can wake up and go each morning without spending too much time on your makeup. The kit comes with short, medium, and long eyelash wisps, along with an applicator, bonding and sealing solution, and a remover for gently taking off the semi-permanent extensions.
27This Compact Lint Roller To Stash In Your Bag
Spiff up your outfits on the go with this portable lint roller. Remove lint, pet hair, crumbs, and dust from clothing no matter where you are with this roller that shrinks down to 5 inches long when it's not in use so it fits inside your bag. The roller comes with 30 tear-off sheets with excellent adhesive, it's less than $15, and it comes in five cute colors.
- Available colors: 5
28These H-Band Sandals That Are So Much More Elevated Than Flip Flops
Forget cheap-looking flip flops, and instead grab a pair of these stylish H-band slides. They're made of a durable faux leather and have a comfortable, plush sole. They're functional enough to wear around during the day, but elevated enough for nighttime looks, too. And the best part? They come in 24 different colors to suit anyone's style. Plus, they're no more than $40 per pair, though they look like they cost 10 times the price.
- Available sizes: 5 — 13
- Available colors: 24
29This Balm That Neutralizes Redness & Helps Heal Breakouts
Breakouts still need care while they're healing, which is where this Rescue Balm by Hero Cosmetics comes in. The balm is chock-full of skin-loving ingredients to help breakouts heal, like peptides and shea butter, and it has green pigments to color-correct any redness in the skin. The shine-free balm won't clog pores, making it the ideal primer for acne-prone skin and meaning your breakouts and their accompanying redness will be a thing of the past.
30A Zero-Waste Face Roller That Absorbs Oil & Reduces Shine
Zap oiliness on the go with this oil-absorbing face roller. Unlike blotting sheets, this product is zero-waste — it has an oil-absorbing volcanic stone roller that blots and mattifies skin and can be reused over and over. When it's time to clean, just pop the roller ball out, wash it with soap and water, let it dry, and put it back in the roller.
31This Super-Chic Dress At An Amazing Price Point
This super wearable dress is about to become your new favorite wardrobe addition. Comfy and chic, the sleeveless sweater dress has an adorable flounce hem and a bodycon silhouette that’s fitted but not too tight. It has an elegant high neckline and works for just about any situation — from lunch with friends to a night out. The dress comes in 19 different colors, and reviewers rave about the dress’s fit and value.
- Available sizes: X-Small — X-Large
- Available colors: 19
32An On-The-Go Powder For Easy Touch-Ups
A powder foundation you can keep in your bag for touch-ups on the go? This color correcting powder foundation by Laura Geller is just the ticket. The travel-size powder doesn’t require a separate brush, but rather has a built-in applicator you can use to pat on product wherever you need it. It offers buildable coverage so you can add as much or as little as you need, giving you the perfect base all day long.
- Available shades: 9
33These Button Extenders To Adjust Your Pants’ Waistlines
Need to add an extra inch or two to your waistline? These button extenders make it easy to do just that, so you don’t have to choose between sacrificing your favorite pair of jeans or squeezing into pants that don’t fit. This 12-pack of extenders comes with a few different colors, styles, and extension lengths, and the whole pack is less than $10.
34This Hydrating & Glow-Boosting Face Serum
One of the easiest ways to get glowy, hydrated skin, this snail mucin serum by SeoulCeuticals only costs around $20. Super gentle and effective, the serum contains hydrating snail mucin and hyaluronic acid along with calming centella, making it perfect for dry or sensitive skin types. A few drops every night, after cleansing and before moisturizing, will leave you with a noticeably smoother, suppler, more hydrated complexion.
35These Sponges That Make Your Sneakers Look Brand New
Never again settle for dirty, scuffed shoes with these sneaker cleaners that easily clean shoe soles with just a few swipes. The pack comes with five individually packaged, pre-moistened sponges that are easy to take with you on the go — use them to clean off your shoes in a pinch, or to wipe down your purse, gym bag, or other accessories. Their dual layer technology makes them super effective at removing tough scuffs, and they go for around $3 each.
36This Barely There Polish That Gives You A “Your-Nails-But-Better” Finish
Make your nails both look and feel healthy with this illuminating nail concealer polish. The clever polish adds a wash of milky, luminous color that neutralizes any yellowing or staining, giving nails a sheer veil of color that looks so elegant — it even adds a subtle touch of shimmer, too. Reviewers call it a “your nails but better” polish, which is probably why it’s sold over 8,000 times in the last month alone.
- Available shades: 5
37This At-Home Whitening Kit With Thousands Of 5-Star Amazon Ratings
There’s no need to spend an arm and a leg on a professional teeth whitening treatment with this Cali White kit that’s been getting super popular on Amazon lately. The professional-level formula whitens teeth with a combination of carbamide peroxide gel and an LED light — just fill the trays with the gel, place them in your mouth and turn on the light, and wait 10 minutes. You’ll be left with brighter pearly whites after just one use, but use the kit for seven to 10 days for full whitening results.
38This Sweater Drying Rack So Your Knits Won’t Stretch, Wrinkle, Or Lose Their Shape
Prevent your sweaters and other delicate knits from creasing, wrinkling, stretching out, or losing their shape with this drying rack from OXO. It’s an easy way to ensure you always look polished from top to bottom, and you’ll wind up using it so often.
39This Skin Care/Makeup Hybrid That Makes Your Skin *So* Glowy
Give your complexion a natural looking radiance with this Halo Glow liquid filter by e.l.f. The hybrid concealer/foundation/highlighter is infused with both subtle shimmer and hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and squalane to give your skin the ultimate glow. It works however you want to use it — as a highlighter on the high points of your face, mixed into your foundation, or just by itself for a radiant, flawless-looking complexion.
- Available shades: 12
40These Bra Extenders That Add A Couple Of Inches For Extra Comfort
Have bras that are too tight? There’s no need to throw them out with these handy bra extenders. The extenders give you up to an extra 2 inches to make your bra sit more comfortably and smoothly against your skin. They’re also perfect for adding some comfort while you’re pregnant or breastfeeding without having to buy all new bras, and this set comes with nine extenders for less than $10.
41These Affordable Under-Eye Patches With Glowing Reviews
With this 30-pack of under-eye patches that goes for no more than $10, you can treat yourself to the little luxury every day. These have been selling like hotcakes (over 10,000 times in the last month), and for good reason — they come with three different formulas that help to brighten undereyes, reduce inflammation and puffiness, and enhance skin’s hydration and elasticity, respectively. Reviewers say they work amazingly, too.
42A Portable Garment Steamer For Wrinkle-Free Clothing Wherever You Are
Amazon’s number-one best-seller in garment steamers, this portable steamer has sold over 50,000 times in the last month alone. Easy to use and small enough to take with you when you travel, the steamer has a convenient 9-foot cord and a large water capacity that can provide up to 15 minutes of continuous steaming. The steamer is no more than $30, and it has over 75,000 five-star ratings, to boot.
43This Facial Mask That Soothes Tired, Puffy Skin
Add a moment of luxury to your morning while you decrease inflammation and puffiness with this therapeutic facial mask. Designed to be stored in the fridge or freezer, the mask instantly soothes and refreshes your complexion within just a few minutes of use. It has straps to keep it securely onto your face, and it isn’t just for cryotherapy — pop the mask in the microwave to warm it up and use it for headache or dry eye relief.
44This Gel Nail Strips For Easy, DIY Gel Manicures
Get a sharp-looking gel manicure for a fraction of the salon cost with these gel nail strips. Amazon’s number-one best-selling product in the nail art category, the strips are made of a semi-cured gel polish that’s malleable and easy to apply — then, finish curing them under a UV lamp for a hard, gel-like finish that lasts for up to two weeks. The set comes with 30 pieces that fit any size nail, along with a file, wooden stick, and prep pads, all for under $15.
45A Wireless, Invisible Bra That Still Gives Great Support
The perfect combination of comfort and support, this wireless bra is made of a buttery soft fabric and leaves you with a seamless finish under your clothing for no more than $25. Its pads are designed to stay in place, it has a hook and eye back closure with adjustable straps, and it moves with you rather than feeling stiff and uncomfortable. You’ll hardly feel it and you won’t see it under clothes, so your outfit will look much more polished.
- Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 19
46This Fabric Shaver That Keeps Your Knits Looking Like New
Make old sweaters, shirts, and sweatshirts look brand new by removing all the pills in a snap with this fabric shaver and lint remover. The handheld, battery-operated device has three different settings depending on how closely you want to shave your clothing, and catches all fuzz in the detachable lint catcher for easy disposal. The shaver costs under $15, and it has a whopping 85,000 five-star ratings on Amazon.
47These Cheap Hydrocolloid Patches That Help Pimples Heal Faster
Ultra thin and translucent, these hydrocolloid pimple patches are a complete lifesaver when you have blemishes, and they’re discreet enough to be used during the day. Designed to remove excess fluid from pimples and create the perfect healing environment, they reduce pimple size dramatically in just a few hours. The best part? Just $20 gets you a pack of 120 dots.
48This Hair Fiber Powder That Makes Your Roots Look So Much Fuller
Make your hair look dramatically thicker in seconds with these hair fibers by Boldify. The fibers come in a powder form that you gently shake on your roots and sparse areas, where they attach onto your existing hair and make it look so much fuller, naturally. The wind- and water-resistant fibers will stay put all day long, but they still wash out easily with shampoo. They come in 14 different colors to match your hair perfectly, and they’re less than $35.
49A Fancy-Looking Dress That Looks Amazing On Everyone
This flowy, tie back dress is so gorgeous, you’ll never believe it’s under $35. The dress has ruffle detailing at the hem, a ruched bodice, and balloon sleeves that make it look so fancy, alone with a tie back detail that means you can fit the dress to your exact measurements without the need for a tailor. It’s easy to dress up or down, and it even comes in over 20 different colors.
- Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
- Available colors: 21
50A Cult-Favorite French Moisturizer That Preps & Primes Your Skin
This cult-favorite face cream from French beauty brand Embryolisse has been around since the 1950s and, to this day, remains a favorite of professional makeup artists, so you know it’s good. It works especially well as a primer underneath makeup, leaving you with a smooth, hydrated, subtly dewy finish. But it’s a fantastic product any time of day, striking that perfect balance between lightweight and deeply hydrating with ingredients like aloe and shea butter.