Skincare Products Within Rs 500 that Actually Work!

Check out the following list of affordable skincare products to maintain healthy skin in summer, all of which are available at much cheaper rates at Nykaa.com.

Summers can be especially harsh on your skin, and skincare products are quite expensive. But, ‘expense’ does not always imply ‘quality’. You might buy a Dior cream only to realize that it breaks you out, wouldn’t that be a shame? Here’s a handpicked list of essential skincare products which works on oily, normal or combination skin—all under Rs 500. But there’s more, Nykaa’s summer End of Season sale is on so you can grab these products at a much cheaper rate!

Our top picks for summer skincare essentials which will not break your bank are:

1. Makeup Remover- Garnier Skin Naturals Micellar Cleansing Water (Rs 349, after discount Rs 297)

It is essential to remove your makeup with a gentle makeup remover before using a cleanser. The Garnier Skin Naturals Micellar Cleansing Water claims to remove daily-wear makeup with one swipe. It is a pocket-friendly micellar water that is gentle enough to be used every day.

If you wear waterproof makeup, you should try the Garnier Skin Naturals Micellar Oil-infused Cleansing Water (after discount Rs 349).

2. Face Wash- Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser (Rs 428, after discount Rs 300)

This is the perfect cleanser for every skin type which does not leave the face excessively dry after use. It is also dermatologically tested for allergies and is the top recommendation from doctors for acne-prone skin.

3. Scrub- St. Ives Fresh Skin Apricot Face Scrub (Rs 349, after discount Rs 262)

It is generally advisable to not scrub your face every single day but, the St. Ives Scrub infused with exfoliating granules is gentle enough to be used every day. However, we would still suggest you to use it once or twice a week, to remove dead skin and unveil a bright, fresh face.

4. Sheet Mask- Innisfree/The Face Shop (Rs 100 each, buy 5 get 5 FREE)

Unless you’ve been living under a rock you would know that sheet masks are all the rage right now! Take your pick from the vast range of sheet masks available from Innisfree or The Face Shop at only Rs 100 each. And if you’re lucky, you might get to avail the ‘Buy 5 Get 5 Free’ offer from the Nykaa sale.

5. Mud Mask- Plum Green Tea Clear Face Mask (Rs 490, after discount Rs 417)

Mud masks are a fundamental necessity for all individuals, to rejuvenate and tighten their skin every week. Plum’s Green Tea Mask contains active ingredients such as Kaolin, Bentonite Clay, Green Tea and Glycolic Acid, all of which gently exfoliates your skin. Scoop up a coin-sized amount and apply it on your face, for a weekly dose of facial spa.

6. Toner- Plum Green Tea Alcohol-free Toner (Rs 390, after discount Rs 332)

A toner is essential to lock in the first dose of moisture on your freshly cleansed face. Plum’s Alcohol-free toner supplants green tea as a natural astringent in place of alcohol and does not over-dry your face.

7. Gel- The Face Shop Jeju Aloe Fresh Soothing Gel (Rs 390, after discount Rs 351)

If you want to skip the toner, then you can opt for an aloe vera gel to tighten your facial pores before applying moisturizer. The Face Shop’s Jeju Aloe Gel is the perfect choice for summers if you’re unwilling to slather your face with moisturizer.

8. Moisturizer- Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture Combination Skin (Rs 327, after discount Rs 294)

Afraid of using moisturizers in summer? This amazing Oil-free moisturizer from Neutrogena is water-based and glides on smoothly without appearing sticky. And its non-comedogenic formula ensures that there’s no need for you to worry about acne either.

9. Sunscreen- Neutrogena UltraSheer Dry Touch Sunblock SPF 50+ (Rs 514, after discount Rs 437)

Sunscreen is the most important aspect of summer skincare, and you need a minimum Spf of 40 to truly protect you from the harmful rays of the sun. Neutrogena’s UltraSheer Sunblock provides an Spf 50+ in a water and sweat-proof formulation which is perfect for your skincare needs. This is the only product on this list which is above Rs 500 but, with the Nykaa Birthday sale going on you get a hefty deal. And trust me you should never compromise with a good sunscreen.

10. Eye cream- VLCC Almond Under Eye Cream (Rs 225, after discount Rs 158)

When it comes to wrinkles, prevention is better than cure. Even if you’re a college goer, an eye cream should be an essential part of your skincare. The under eyes is the most sensitive part of your face, and regular moisturizers are too heavy for such a tender area. The VLCC eye cream provides the right amount of moisture to your under eyes, while simultaneously allowing your concealer to glide on with absolute ease.

11. Lip care- Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Lip Moisturizer with Spf 15 (Rs 164, after discount Rs 139)

The lips is another part of the face which we often overlook. Yes, your lips also require Spf or you might notice darkness around them. This lip-balm keeps your lips moisturized for hours at a stretch and also provides sun-protection.

12. Body Lotion- Vaseline Healthy White Complete 10 Lotion (Rs 140, after discount Rs 105)

Vaseline has been a popular choice for most college goers because of its affordability, and their body lotions are definitely the best. This is a time-tested favorite which provides adequate moisturizing at a pocket pinch of Rs 140.

Now that you’ve been informed of the best of budget-friendly skincare products, you should have no excuse to skip your skincare regime. Furthermore, Nykaa’s sale gives you the perfect opportunity to update your vanity with your skincare needs. So, what are you waiting for?

Check out at Nykaa.