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Everyone is talking about expensive things that are worth it, but here are 5 cheap things every girl actually needs 

Maysa Sevaroli Student Contributor, Casper Libero University
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Casper Libero chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

In the era of overconsumption, the new ‘chic’ is being financially conscious! I’m sure you are tired of spending a lot of money on things that you never use and are not even that good.

So, here’s 5 items that every girl needs, but that are actually affordable.Check it out! 

Satin Bonnet

Even if you don’t have curly or wavy hair, a satin bonnet is perfect for keeping your hair healthy! Cotton bedding can absorb the oil and moisture from your hair during the night, while satin bonnets create less friction. Besides keeping your curls defined, it can help reduce frizz and breakage, control volume, and even help keep hair hydrated.

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Melu Mascara

This one is for the Brazilian girls! We all know that mascara is one of the most important parts of the makeup routine. I’ve personally tried many different ones and the Melu mascara was one of the cheapest ones I’ve ever used. Believe it or not, this product is actually much better than many of the more expensive ones. It has peel off technology, so it’s easier to remove, and makes your lashes look gorgeous! 

Vaseline

If you have dry lips and are tired of trying countless lip glosses, try vaseline! It’s life changing! In my experience, it’s so much better than many expensive lip products and if you buy the larger package, it can last a long time. Besides keeping your lips hydrated, you can also use it to moisturize other dry areas of your skin, to help your perfume last longer, to shape your eyebrows, and even as an eye cream.

Mini umbrella

We all know that it’s getting progressively harder to predict the weather. In less than an hour a sunny day can turn into a heavy rain, so it’s always important to be prepared! A mini umbrella is perfect for that. You won’t be carrying so much weight in your bag and  it can save you from getting caught in the rain.

Second-hand books

Nowadays, we are so connected all the time that sometimes the only thing we need is a break from that. Here’s the perfect solution: a book! You’ll be offline, getting entertained, expanding your vocabulary and gaining new repertoire. But, we know that books are getting more and more expensive, so why not buy used books? They are cheaper and some of them look brand new. You can find them in second-hand bookstores and even on online stores! 

At the end of the day, being stylish and taking care of yourself doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune. Sometimes, the most useful things are the simplest and the cheapest ones. So before you buy something just because it’s trending, take a look at what you already have (or can get for less). Your wallet will thank you!

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The article above was edited by Isabella Messias.

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Maysa Sevaroli

Casper Libero '29

Hi! I'm May, from São Paulo, Brazil. I study journalism at Casper Libero and I love to talk about books, music, movies and pop culture in general