These 10 cult-fave beauty finds — all under $15 — make fab stocking stuffers

Some of our favorite things start off as a recommendation from a friend. Whether they swear by a skincare gem, a cleaning must-have or just something to make dinner prep a little less exhausting, we rely on those in the know to give us the scoop on what really works. Now, imagine you had access to the opinions of tens of thousands of friends from all different walks of life — if that many people rally behind something, there's no way it's a dud. We've read through scores of reviews to bring you 10 well-loved beauty picks. All under $15, they're perfect to stuff into socks and toss under trees. Knock out your holiday shopping early this year, so you don't have to worry about shipping deadlines later!

Airspun

Coty Airspun Loose Face Powder

Over 75,000 5-star reviewers praise how seamlessly this powder diffuses the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. No wonder it's an Amazon No. 1 bestseller.

$14 at Amazon

essence cosmetics

Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara

And there’s a reason for its “False Lash Effect” moniker: Just one coat is all it takes to achieve long, voluminous, defined and clump-free lashes. Over 211,000 shoppers are hooked on this stuff.

$5 at Amazon

Elizavecca

Elizavecca Cer-100 Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment

Cer-100 is a protein treatment especially nourishing for hair with heat or bleach damage. It uses keratin and pig collagen to tackle dry strands and frizz, and it helps remedy hair loss and breakage.

$8 at Amazon

Paula's Choice

Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Salicylic Acid Exfoliant

This top-rated liquid exfoliant gently tackles fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, acne scarring and skin texture — plus, with nearly 57,000 5-star reviews, you'll be in good company.

$13 at Amazon

BEAKEY

Beakey 5 Pcs Makeup Sponge Set

Who says you need to pay $20 for a makeup sponge? A set of 5 costs just $9 with the on-page coupon. Over 65,000 shoppers swear by these for an airbrushed look.

$9 at Amazon

Maybelline New York

Maybelline New York Sky High Mascara

The key to this mascara's incredible popularity — 73,000 reviews and counting! — is its flexible wand, which bends to coat every lash with its volumizing formula.

$9 at Amazon

L'Oreal Paris

L'Oreal Paris Makeup Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain

This weightless lip stain stays on all day, plus it's available in 20 flattering shades.

$6 at Amazon

Maybelline New York

Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Multi-Use Concealer

Amazon's bestselling concealer has over 113,000 5-star reviews for good reason: It conceals dark circles while brightening and reducing puffiness under your eyes. Click the on-page coupon for the full discount.

$8 at Amazon

O'Keeffe's

O'Keeffe's Healthy Feet Foot Cream

Have really dry, cracked feet? This balm can help. An increased concentration of allantonin helps the balm permeate the thicker skin of your feet, nourishing them more than other creams and lotions.

$8 at Amazon

CeraVe

CeraVe Eye Repair Cream

Olivia Wilde and over 30,000 5-star reviewers swear by this gentle eye cream.

$14 at Amazon

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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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