These days, social media bombards us with product advertisements. Hosts of Youtubers make videos reviewing makeup and skincare products, prompting people to go out and buy or steer clear of new products. The problem that sometimes arises with this is the idea that you NEED these products more then you do or that you have to spend money to get good makeup.

There are ways to get skincare and makeup products that won't cost a ton of money. For instance, E.L.F (Eyes. Lips. Face Cosmetics) is a makeup line that is cruelty free and sells a large variety of products for those on a budget. This can be important because items add up very fast and often end up costing more than you thought initially.

Another great brand that does not run too pricey and is cruelty free is NYX cosmetics. NYX cosmetics stays up to date on the new trends and makes great dupes (cheaper versions of high quality products) of them. NYX sells liquid lipsticks in multiple colors for $6.99 at stores like Ulta Beauty and Target. So instead of spending $19.99 for an Anastasia Beverly Hills liquid lipstick, you can spend less than half as much by buying a different brand.

This also applies to skincare musts, like sunscreen and facial cleansers. Some of the leading brands such as Perricone MD can run fairly pricey. Although quality face care is worth it, not everybody has the money to drop when it comes to these types of necessities. The brands Neutrogena and Aveeno both provide face and body sunscreen for normally under a price range of around $10.

When it comes to acne lines, from personal experience and thinking about money conscientiously, the brand Acne Free is a steal. Acne Free has a regular and sensitive skin kit that both cost $19.99 as well as a severe acne kit that costs $29.99. This brand is just as good as Proactive and has a similar system to it. There is a cleanser, toner and spot cream that come in each kit. The severe acne kit is the only kit that includes one additional item, thus the additional price.

So, the next time you go out looking for skincare or makeup products, remember to look into the alternatives for insanely expensive products. After all, the more money you save, the more you have to spend on clothes.