From skincare to hair care, makeup to bath essentials, there’s something under ₹999 for everyone out there. You don’t need to burn a hole in your pocket to build your vanity. You can get fool-proof formulations that get the job done, and professional approved care essentials at an affordable price. And if you’re lucky, you might just find a luxe beauty or mini that will fit your budget. How cool is that? So without further ado, let’s dive into the best of our budget picks across categories that will complete your vanity without making a dent in your wallet.
SKINCARE
Alia Bhatt approves of this cleanser, dermatologists highly recommend it, and so do we! It’s under your budget and trusted by many experts to get the job done without stripping your skin off moisture! The mild lathering formula of this cleanser works for dry to normal, and even sensitive skin. Soap-free and non-irritating will not clog your pores, and helps maintain your skin’s pH balance. Made with panthenol, glycerin, and niacinamide, will keep your skin looking and feeling soft and radiant.
Add value to your vanity with this high-strength serum – this extraordinary formula from The Ordinary is a great addition to your skincare routine if your goal is to have radiant-looking, smoother skin. Ideal for blemish prone skin, this lightweight water-based serum helps boost skin brightness and improves smoothness. Clinically proven to give the best results in just 8 weeks. Keep in mind though, that is formulation aids in removing blemishes but is not an ideal treatment for acne.
This moisturiser is selling out like hot cakes, and why not? It offers 72 hours of hydration, is supremely lightweight, and is dermatologically tested. It’s everything we’re looking for in a moisturiser on a budget. Why do you think celebrities like Jennifer Garner and Kim K can’t stop using this? Containing hyaluronic acid and glycerin, this hydro boost gel is the secret to these celebrities’ smooth, glow-y skin.
This dewy new budget pick priced at only ₹399 will offer you the sun protection you need, and leave behind a coveted glow. A unique blend of active and natural ingredients, this sunscreen contains the goodness of watermelon paired with the effectiveness of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid. It offers optimal protection from UV rays and blue light, and aids in enhancing skin’s texture.
This is what professional hair care on a budget looks like! This formula provides 13 times the resistance to hair damage and gives your hair the nourishment it needs. Made by professionals for the pros, this shampoo helps strengthen and restore the hair fibre with its highly concentrated formula to give a salon-like finish. Bring the salon home with this reparative shampoo at just ₹745.
Need a hair spa? Try this creamy hair mask! Infused with amino acids, vitamins, and proteins, it actively and intensely repairs the inner and outer structure of your hair while protecting it from further damage. Also, this hair mask can help strengthen the hair, scalp, and the follicle with just a few uses. Make that investment to restore your tresses to its natural state – using it once a week is plenty.
Bid goodbye to frizz with this professional care system that will help keep your hair smooth and straight for up to 72 hours. Made with shea butter, minus the parabens, this professionally created conditioner is ideal for maintaining straightened hair, while moisturising, detangling, and controlling frizz. Safe to use on chemically-treated hair too, add this stylist approved conditioner to your cart STAT to get smoother, manageable hair.
87% of users saw reduced hairfall in 6 weeks, and agreed that their hair looked thicker in just 8 weeks! Need more proof of why this is a good addition to your routine? 97% of users agreed that their scalp feels and stays hydrated. Proven to show real results, this hair growth serum is worth every penny. It is created with a blend of potent ingredients that will make your hair look and feel healthy.
Gigi Hadid’s makeup artist loves this brand, and I swear by it too! 18 shades that are made to match the Indian skin tone, and infused with the goodness of SPF 22, this foundation is a best-seller, and for good reason. Love a natural matte finish? Then this foundation is it! Worried about that unnecessary shine? Its 16 hour oil control formulation has you covered. Oh, and it's sensitive skin-friendly too!
Been eyeing the Clinique Black Honey lipstick? Here’s an affordable dupe that will get the job done in just ₹499. For days when you feel natural is the way to go, this lipstick is sure to come in handy. Enriched with natural ingredients like macadamia oil, olive oil, jojoba oil, and shea butter, this lipstick leaves behind a sheer natural tint according to your pH balance. It's nourishing, natural, and the perfect dupe on a budget.
Controls oil and shine for 8+ hours and suits all skin tones because of its translucent shade! We can’t do summer without a good ol’ setting powder, because nobody wants makeup melting down their face. So here’s a product that won’t make a dent in your pocket. Smoothen out pores, fine lines, and wrinkles with a few dabs of this powder and you’re good to head out under the sun.
Not only are her movies a hit, but so is Katrina Kaif’s makeup brand. This easy to use, highly-pigmented creme blush formulation is sure to come in handy to create a gorgeous sun-kissed look. The smooth mousse-like texture blends like a dream, and feels super lightweight on the skin. It's highly pigmented so a little goes a long way. So all you have to do is just dab, blend, and go!
