Prom Beauty on a Budget: Everything You Need for Under $100

Prom Beauty on a Budget: Everything You Need for Under $100

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Who says a picture perfect prom means having to get your hair and makeup done professionally? We're not ones to say no to someone primping us, but it sure can get expensive! And with the latest and greatest DIYs out there, you can successfully put together just about any beauty look worthy of a crown. So, before you start primping, there are two important points to keep in mind - not only do you have to ensure your makeup and hair can last ALL night, but also that they photograph well! One day you'll look back at these photos and thank us for the advice. Trust us, we weren't as lucky.

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($10.95) L'Oréal Paris True Match Super Blendable Makeup: Finding the right foundation to match your exact skin tone is essential - and not just for prom, but for any occasion! Too light and the flash of a camera will wash you out, but too dark and it will be obvious that your coverage doesn't match the color of your neck (it's happened to the best of us). True Match makeup precisely matches your skin tone and texture for a natural appearance.

($11.99) Maybelline The Blushed Nudes Palette in Nude: This is where the real fun comes in! This versatile, 12-shade palette gives you the option to go from light and natural (to pair with a bold lip) or full-on sultry with a smoldering smoky eye. You can even create a dramatic cat eye using a liner brush and the darkest shade in the palette. Or opt in for a bright, pastel look!

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($4.29) Garnier Fructis Flexible Control Anti-Humidity Aerosol Hair Spray:Whether you're going with one of our best updo tutorials, a sleek and straight style, braids, beach waves or even our 5 DIY prom hairstyles, a spritz of hairspray will keep your locks in place so that you can dance the night away! Plus, flyaways in photos are not what you want to remember about this night!

Looks like you've got a few bucks left! Get yourself a new bottle of nail polish or a Looking for some more makeup inspo? Look no further! We have plenty of makeup tips and tutorials. strip of falsies for extra lush lashes!

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