55 Weird, Cheap Things You Didn't Know About That Make You Look So Much Better

This set of 24 under-eye masks is packed with nourishing ingredients like collagen and hyaluronic acid, along with plant extracts to help hydrate and strengthen delicate skin. Caffeine helps perk up under-eyes so you look more refreshed and awake. But the best part of these might be the bright colors and glittery effect, which is just fun.

If you’re looking for high-watt glow, this shimmering body oil, made with melanin-rich skin in mind, delivers. Its moisturizing formula leaves skin soft while also infusing it with a coppery shimmer that shines and catches the light. It soaks into the skin nicely and has a light, pleasant scent.

Achieve the slick-backed style of your dreams with this clever hair finishing stick. A translucent gel that helps to tame frizz and fly aways, the applicator looks like a mascara wand — it’s easy to use and leaves hair smooth, sleek, and basically perfect. Ingredients like aloe vera and vitamin E hydrate hair at the same time, so won’t leave it feeling like a helmet.

These textured toner pads are a simple addition to your skin-care routine, and can be a game changer if you tend toward overly oily skin. With a few swipes, the alpha hydroxy-infused formula helps absorb excess oil, clear sebum, and leave pores looking smaller. Start with the textured side to exfoliate just a bit, then finish with the smooth side.

Packed with powerhouse ingredients like retinol and collagen peptides, these chin masks help to hydrate and rejuvenate skin. Unlike other sheet masks, these tightly hug your chin and neck for a lifted effect, with hooks that wrap around your ears for a snug fit. This is a pack of five, and the addition of 24-karat gold makes them feel so luxurious.

With nearly 30,000 five-star ratings, this bronzing lotion is a reviewer favorite that really works — and it comes in at a budget-friendly price point to boot. It gives your skin a bronze glow that doesn’t look fake or unnatural, and the formula lets you build a gradual tan over the course of a few days. Coconut water and antioxidants help keep skin moisturized, smooth, and soft.

This dreamy body wash is formulated with rosehip and jojoba oils to leave your skin feeling clean while helping soothe and hydrate. The luxurious oil becomes a rich lather designed to condition and protect the skin barrier. One shopper shared that it leaves skin feeling “soft and glowy, not oily.”

This eyebrow gel is small but mighty, with a double-sided applicator that helps transform your brows in minutes. A tinted wax and gel hybrid, it works to sculpt and condition brows while keeping them firmly in place. Use the brush or comb applicator to shape them to your liking. This keeps your brows looking snatched for hours on end.

Applying your daily SPF is easy with this popular tinted sunscreen. Unlike other mineral sunscreens, this doesn’t look or feel chalky — it goes on smooth, sinks right into skin, and doesn’t feel greasy. Since it’s tinted, you don’t need to worry about a white cast. One reviewer wrote, “The tint surprised me in a good way. It’s very subtle but just enough to even out my skin tone a little, which is nice on days I’m not wearing makeup.”

This inexpensive setting spray has gained a cult following for a reason: It helps makeup stay in place for up to 16 hours while leaving behind a dewy, glowing finish. Spritz it all over your face before and after doing makeup — it both primes and sets — or whenever you want to refresh your look.

The delicate areas of your skin deserve a little extra love when it comes to hair removal, and that’s where this shaving cream comes in. Made for the bikini line and armpits — though can be used anywhere — it’s loaded with skin-treating ingredients like aloe vera and shea butter. It helps prevent the growth of ingrown hairs and irritation, and is fragrance-free.

Skip the expensive gel manicure and opt for these acrylic nails. Made with the full gel mani process, they cost a fraction of the price and look amazing. They come with a variety of nail sizes so that you can find the set that looks most natural on you and they’re easy to apply since they come with everything you need.

Self-tanner is the fastest, and often cheapest, way to get a faux glow, but it can be intimidating. That’s why these self-tan drops are so fab — they’re a breeze to use and hard to mess up, making them perfect for beginners. Mix a few drops with your favorite moisturizer, then apply to your skin for a tan that develops over a few hours. More drops equal a deeper tan, so you can really customize the end result.

This leave-in conditioner spray helps to detangle knots while adding moisture to help eliminate split ends and reverse damage. Leaving hair smoother and shinier, it features caffeine and ginseng which can also help boost hair growth. One shopper called it a “[miracle] in a bottle,” while another shopper referred to it as the “BEST leave-in conditioner I’ve used ever.”

With over 34,000 five-star ratings, this glowing lotion is a fan-favorite on Amazon — and has an incredibly low price point to boot. This hydrating face highlighter offers light coverage you can use all over, with a touch of bronze shimmer that gives skin a sun-kissed glow. “I use it alone on no makeup days or mix it with my foundation for extra radiance,” one shopper shared. “It’s not greasy and feels very light on my skin.”

This hairline powder just may help you extend time between hair salon appointments. A simple applicator puff allows you to dab it over your roots, concealing gray hairs and grown-out highlights with a seamless look. “It looks natural, stays put all day, and gives my hair a fuller, thicker appearance without feeling heavy or chalky,” one shopper raved.

Make this hydrating primer one of the first steps in your daily makeup routine. It works to smooth out skin in seconds, leaving a natural finish that isn’t too matte or shiny. It also helps makeup last longer throughout the day. On top of that, it’s backed by a 4.5-star rating after over 40,000 reviewers weighed in.

Easily achieve the chic and minimalist bare nail look with this illuminating nail concealer. Instead of adding pigment like a nail polish, this concealer helps to hide imperfections and offers a subtle sheen to make naked-looking nails appear brighter — think of it as a filter for your nails. The formula also helps strengthen and rejuvenate.

A few swipes of these glycolic acid pads is designed to leave your skin looking and feeling firmer and smoother. They deep clean while ingredients like glycolic and salicylic acids gently exfoliate, getting rid of dead, dry skin. Hyaluronic acid hydrates, and niacinamide and vitamin C tone and refresh. This 50-pack will enhance your skin-care routine for a long time.

Massaging cream into your skin can be annoying for those who just don’t have the time or patience. This body milk spray is a game changer. Infused with vegan collagen pepties, the fine, nonaerosol mist is just as hydrating as lotion, but absorbs super-quickly. The jasmine vanilla scent of is warm and comforting.

This glass foot scrubber is unlike traditional rasps, featuring a less abrasive surface that gently gets rid of dead skin and callouses. “I don't know how it does what it does, but neither pumice nor graders nor any other foot scrubber mask holds a candle to this magnificent object,” one shopper raved. “There's absolutely no risk of hurting your living flesh. The speed at which it works bends the laws of physics.”

This popular body wash is ideal for anyone dealing with unwanted body acne. Formulated with time-released salicylic acid, it works to gently exfoliate skin and clean out clogged pores. It’s also made with oils that hydrate so that skin doesn’t get too dried out in the process. And because it’s fragrance-free, it’s ideal for sensitive skin.

This leave-in conditioner spray packs a punch. A few spritzes help detangle knots, get rid of frizz, prevent breakage, moisturize dry hair, and strengthen and protect at the same time. Designed to work for any texture, it’s safe for color-treated hair, and the paraben-, phthalate-, and mineral-oil free ingredient list is impressive.

Hydrating but lightweight, this dry oil can be used on your face, body, and hair. It’s made with a blend of botanical oils for moisture and vitamin E for an antioxidant boost, all without feeling heavy or too oily. You can mix this with your favorite moisturizer, apply it all over your body, or put it in a spray bottle and spritz it over hair for nourishing shine.

Even your favorite mascara can clump and leave lashes looking messy. That’s why this little lash separator brush is great to have on hand. Dense tines work to keep lashes separated and spaced out perfectly, getting rid of excess mascara without ruining your look. It’s so easy to use and makes a surprising difference.

Heatless curls have surpassed a trend and are now a staple in many hair care routines. This heatless curl set makes them so easy. Simply wrap your hair around the rod, then use the included scrunchies to keep the ends in place without leaving dents behind. This is flexible and comfy to sleep in and when you take it out, you’ll be left with soft, smooth curls.

With almost 35,000 five-star ratings, these foot peel masks are a shopper favorite — and that’s because they work. The two little booties are packed with a powerful blend of exfoliating fruit acids and you wear them for about an hour. Once removed, you’ll notice dead skin literally peeling off for days until your feet are left smooth and soft.

Shoppers love this ultra-inexpensive eyebrow gel, which has a lightweight feel but keeps your brows locked where you want for up to 24 hours. You can opt for a transparent gel if you just want hold, but if you’re looking for subtle tint, you can choose between four different shades. “I fill my brows in slightly then use the product and I get perfect brows everytime,” one reviewer wrote.

Made with tea tree and peppermint oils, this body wash has an invigorating effect that not only leaves you clean, but also can help soothe dry, itchy skin. Coconut, olive, and jojoba oils make it extra moisturizing as well. “This body wash is fabulous. If you have any skin issues, it helps solve them,” one reviewer shared. “[...] It's a re-set for tired or problematic skin.”

Swap out your curling wand for this hair waver that helps you get perfect beachy waves with minimal effort. The unique design can create vintage Hollywood glam waves or loose waves, and you can add texturizing spray to get a cool, piecey look. It’s easy to use, with a dial to adjust the temperature up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, and has a 6-foot long, tangle-resistant cord.

Smoothly cover up imperfections with this hydrating liquid concealer. It offers crease-free coverage that lasts throughout the day, is hydrating so it won’t dry out skin, and it’s available in a wide range of colors for different skin tones. “This concealer works miracles, one reviewer gushed. “[... It's] very light weight and it works as a concealer and highlighter.”

This liquid highlighter is available in a wide range of shades to match your skin tone, with just a slight shimmer that gives skin a dewy, natural-looking glow. It’s also packed with nourishing ingredients, like squalane and hyaluronic acid, to help keep skin hydrated and happy.

One warning about this lip scrub: It smells and tastes so good that you might be tempted to eat it (do not attempt, obviously). It’s made with Hawaiian kukui oil and shea butter that help to smooth and moisturize lips, as well as coarse cane sugar that sloughs away dead, dry skin. Once you’re done using this, your lips should be softer than ever.

Skip the pricey laser procedures and opt to get results at home with this teeth whitening pen. It’s a fraction of the price and promises to lift stains in as little as seven days. It’s made with 9% hydrogen peroxide with 40 treatments, is safe to use daily, and should even be suitable for more sensitive teeth and gums.

If you feel like your hair needs a little boost, try adding this hair gloss into the mix. Packed with nourishing ingredients like vitamin E and babassu oil, this hydrates hair and helps amp up color while leaving behind serious shine. Simply add to shampooed hair, let it soak in for at least 10 minutes, then wash it out.

This papaya cleanser is a little bit different than traditional fare: It comes in powder form rather than liquid. Not only does this keep all ingredients undiluted so you can experience their full potential, but it also makes this much easier to travel with. Add a little water and it foams up nicely to give your face a deep cleanse that moisturizes and gently exfoliates.

This lip crayon is inexpensive and delivers rich, matte color that stays on for hours without feeling too dry. You can choose between 27 different shades and the crayon-like shape makes it so easy to apply, even if you feel like you’re not great with makeup. “Once it’s on, it’s not going anywhere!” one reviewer wrote. “I can’t stand sticky lipsticks, and this one is not sticky at all!!”

Packed with a high concentration of snail mucin, along with hyaluronic acid and centella asiatica, this serum helps smooth, plump, and brighten skin while you’re sleeping. “This product is in my holy grail,” one shopper raved in a review. “It [...] has helped to maintain brightness, tone, and smooth skin texture.”

There’s a reason dry brushing is having such a moment: It can help exfoliate away dry skin while also potentially boosting circulation. And with the right dry brush, it can even feel a bit like a massage. This one has durable bristles that don’t feel too scratchy, as well as a stretchy strap so it fits comfortably in your hand.

This multi-use jelly shadow stick is handy to keep in your makeup bag at all times. It can be used as eye shadow, highlighter, or lip balm, with a jelly-like texture that feels both hydrating and lightweight. The colors have a nice shimmer that doesn’t feel overpowering, and they’re easy to blend out to what you want. Choose between 10 different shades.

While castor oil has a multitude of uses, this organic castor oil is meant to be used on your eyebrows and eyelashes. The oil is thought to help boost hair growth, leading to fuller, fluffier brows and lashes. This product makes it easy to test out that theory, thanks to the two tiny application brushes it comes with. It also doubles as a soothing moisturizer for skin.

If you haven’t already switched to satin scrunchies, consider this your sign. These scrunchies have a silky feel and a no-crease design that offer plenty of hold without denting your hair. They come in a pack of five with a variety of different color options, from bright and patterned to simple and solid. As a bonus, they look cute on your wrist and never feel too tight.

There’s no reason to splurge on pricey options when this lip liner pencil exists. It costs just a few bucks and delivers amazing payoff: The formula promises to last for up to eight hours and the color is vibrant while being very blendable. This liner has a soft and creamy texture that won’t make your lips feel dry, and you can choose between 18 different shades when shopping.

If you’re not a fan of aerosol dry shampoos, opt for this dry shampoo powder. It’s easier to travel with, and the simple powder puff top makes application simple. Ingredients like corn starch help to soak up excess oil at your roots, while lavender oil keeps strands from looking and feeling too dry and brittle.

Available in 31 different variations, this gold-plated ankle bracelet is a favorite among shoppers because of it comes in at a low price point but looks surprisingly expensive. The dainty double chain is plated in 14-karat gold and adds a cute touch of shine when you’re wearing shorts or dresses. It has an easy-close clasp and comes in a nice gift box as well.

Packed with ultra-hydrating ingredients like urea, shea butter, and aloe, this foot cream helps exfoliate dry, cracked skin while locking in moisture. “Used it once after shower in the afternoon and wore healing socks over it for 2-3 hours. Superb! Instantly fixed my cracked heels,” one reviewer affirmed.

You may want to skip your usual concealer and give this under-eye brightener a try. It comes in four different warm-toned shades, and is meant to help nourish the delicate under-eye area while seamlessly covering up discoloration. It’s smooth and creamy, a little goes a long way, and it’s easy to blend.

Make your skin look absolutely radiant with this liquid blush that gives the perfect flushed look. It’s made with oils and antioxidants that help brighten and hydrate, and is available in 23 shades so you can find the tone that suits your complexion best. The sponge applicator makes it so easy to swipe over cheekbones, and it has a lightweight feel that blends easily.

These gold-plated necklaces have shine that makes them seem pricier than they are, and make for an easy layered look that gives effortless cool. The two chains can be worn together or separately, and the versatile design allows you to wear them with absolutely anything, from casual everyday looks to dressed way up.

This face moisturizer is pakced with snail mucin, a powerhouse skin-care ingredient thought to be hydrating and restorative. This fragrance-free gel cream has a lightweight texture, and is designed for even sensitive skin. It doesn’t hurt that the container has a very cute aesthetic to show off as well.

Avoid bad makeup lighting in any situation by bringing along this rechargeable travel mirror. It’s compact and easy to pack, has adjustable LED lights around it to make it easy to see what you’re doing, and has a stand in back to prop it up for the perfect angle.

This deep conditioning mask was made with damaged hair in mind. Formulated with collagen and rosemary oil, that may help stimulate the scalp and promote hair growth, it also delivers hydration with keratin and olive oil. Apply to on clean, wet hair, leave on for about 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse out for a shinier, smoother look.

These textured gloves are one of the easiest ways to exfoliate your skin in the shower. Slip them on, then rub them all over your body to get rid of dead, dry skin. They are effective but still gentle enough to not cause irritation, one size should fit anyone, and this two-pair set is machine washable and reusable.

This pretty lightweight scarf just might become your new MVP accessory. Stylish and sophisticated, this is also super versatile: Tie it in your hair, lightly wrap it around your neck, twist it into a bracelet, or even tie it onto your handbag. It’s available in 43 different colors and prints, and it’s so inexpensive you can grab a few to mix up your look.

Hawaiian kukui nut oil, loaded with antioxidants and vitamins A, C, and E, make this lip balm feel so hydrating. It helps soothe dry, cracked skin and can be worn throughout the day or overnight. “I have very dry lips and this is the ONLY thing I’ve ever found than keeps my lips from cracking and peeling,” one reviewer wrote. “Cannot recommend this enough!!!!”