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The Best Beauty Products We Tried in August Were Under $15

Including a tinted moisturizer that gave Martha Stewart and Kendall Jenner an effortless sunkissed glow

August Beauty Picks
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People / Kayla Kitts / Genevieve Cepeda / Alyssa Brascia

At PEOPLE, we take beauty testing very seriously. We sift through hundreds — nay — thousands of pitches and products regularly so that we can then share with you, dear readers, those worth your hard-earned money. 

In the spirit of saving (it is back-to-school season, after all), we’re rounding up the best under-$15 skincare products we tried this month, like this on-sale L’Oreal Lumi Glotion that gave Martha Stewart, Kendall Jenner, and yours truly a beachy glow and this Curology moisturizer that soothed another writer’s sensitive skin during summer travel.

Keep reading for the nine best beauty products under $15 to immediately add to your cart.  

“My dermatologist recently had a heart-to-heart with me about the sun damage on my lips. I was completely caught off guard. (I'm such a sunscreen lover! ) I didn't even realize I was neglecting my lips. Ever since that conversation, I've had this $10 Supergoop Lip Shield in hand.” Erin Johnson, Associate Editorial Director

Supergoop Lip Shield SPF 30 on a towel

People / Erin Johnson

“The newest addition to my daily skincare routine is this eye repair cream from CeraVe. The tube is tiny, but don’t be fooled — a little goes a long way. After dotting this along my under-eye area and brow bone, I noticed almost instant improvement. My concealer glided on smoothly, the puffiness went away, and I didn’t notice the usual flakiness that crops up throughout the day.” Kayla Kitts, Shopping Editor

A person holding up the CeraVe Eye Repair Cream

People / Kayla Kitts

Deal Alert!

CeraVe Eye Repair Cream is currently 51 percent off at Amazon.

“I found myself lost in the golden light of bronzing drops this month, and in the process, I fell in love with this luminous moisturizer from L’Oréal. The Glotion gives me a slight kiss of color, a natural-looking glow, and a dose of moisture that doesn’t cause my sensitive skin to break out. Plus, it’s on sale for just $13 right now.” Alyssa Brascia, Shopping Writer

L'Oréal Paris True Match Lumi Glotion in front of a marble wall

People / Alyssa Brascia

“My sensitive skin can become reactive during travel — changing climates, increasing altitudes, or sleeping on hotel pillows can cause my skin to break out. That's why this thick, nourishing, simple moisturizer is a must-have in my carry-on.” Cai Cramer, Shopping Writer

A person holding Curology Cream Moisturizer on a sheet

People / Cai Cramer

“As a very fair-skinned person who is also a dedicated sunscreen wearer, I'm always looking for a way to look less ghastly. I ordered these inexpensive bronzing drops on Amazon, and after my first use, I finally heard those three words every girl wants to hear: 'You look tan." —Genevieve Cepeda, Shopping Writer

Revolution Beauty Bright Light Bronzing Drops being applied

People / Genevieve Cepeda

“I began incorporating this toner into my shaving routine after I learned that glycolic acid can reduce in-grown hairs and the appearance of “strawberry legs” (a.k.a. the spots that occur whenever hair starts to grow back). I use this on my legs around twice a week just by swiping on a few drops of the product with a cotton pad.” Michelle Lee, Editorial Assistant

person holding Pixi Glow Tonic

People / Michelle Lee

“When I was in high school I loved, loved, loved this Revlon lipstick (I remember using it in the shade Toast of New York like yesterday). Back then, it was my go-to because of how luxurious it felt. Ten years later, I still love this lipstick for all the same reasons, though, now my shade is Daylight Daylight, a shimmery nude perfect for daily wear.” —Michelle Lee

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Daylight Delight on a person's hand

People / Michelle Lee

“This E.l.f. primer has saved my summer makeup routine so many times. At $10, this primer performs just as well as its pricier counterparts. When applied, it feels super tacky, so it grips onto product and locks down makeup for all-day, summer-proof wear.” —Genevieve Cepeda

E.l.f. Power Grip Primer on a bathroom counter

People / Genevieve Cepeda

“I'm usually not a huge lip gloss girl, but I really like the Kiko Milano 3D Hydra Lip Gloss. I use Shade 20 which is a muted pink with faint sparkles. It's the perfect consistency without being too thick or gloopy, and it adds a nice shine to my lips.” —Madison Yauger, Shopping Editor

A person holding Kiko Milano 3D Hydra Lip Gloss in front of a window

People / Madison Yauger

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