10 Under $10 Prom Beauty Essentials
10 Under $10 Beauty Prom-Night Purse Essentials
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So you said yes to the prom dress, got asked by your crush, and scored a rock-star limo — now you just need to decide which beauty items should make it into your evening clutch. Let us do the work for you by rounding up 10 under $10 prom-night must haves. Since these goodies won't break the bank, you should have leftover cash to book a blowout. Here's to a night to remember!
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Body Wipes
If you’re headed straight to a morning-after brunch or weekend away with your friends, make sure you can clean up your body before changing into new clothes. A quick pat down with disposable wipes will make you feel like a new person.
Olay Fresh Effects Everything Off Exfoliating Wet Cloths ($5)
Travel Hair Spray
Whether you need to fix flyaways, give your roots a boost, or combat humidity after taking outdoor preprom pictures, this age-old hair spray will get the job done and leave you with a satin finish.
Deodorant
If riding around in a hot, packed limo is making you sweat, wipe it all away and avoid staining your dress by using a clear, long-lasting deodorant formula.
Minimascara
In case you get a bit teary-eyed during your class’s “through-the-years” video slideshow, fix wilted eyelashes with a travel-size version of your favorite voluminous mascara.
Blotting Papers
After getting down on the dance floor, you can wipe off sweat without removing your makeup by blotting thin tissues on your face.
Minty Lip Gloss
When your date leans in for a slow dance — or smooch — ensure you have a fresh mouth by dabbing on a bit of mint-scented lipgloss.
Bobby Pins
In case your updo falls or you get sweaty pieces around your crown, elegantly pin stands back. Bonus points if you pick mixed-metal studded ones like these.
Lip Crayon
If a matte, long-lasting lipstick feels too dehydrating on your pucker, opt for creating a lip stain with a nourishing lip crayon. It will hold up for all those Instagram photos!
Revlon Colorburst Balm Stain ($5-$6)
Pressed Powder
A ladylike dress calls for pretty powder-room moments. You’ll feel like a Mad Men castmate when you pull this sophisticated case out of your handbag to pat away any face oil.
Blush
Instantly look awake and glowing at the postprom party with a bit of blush. This quad allows for some contouring — and you can even mix a bit with your clear lip gloss to create an on-the-go lip color.
