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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at FIT chapter.

If you don’t have plans this weekend, now you do! If it’s time to revamp you’re beauty arsenal, spend some time at Target and you’ll find some of the best hidden gems on the market. Below, I’ve created a list of all the must-have beauty products to grab at Target.  

1. e.l.f. Instant Lift Brow Pencil 

e.l.f. Instant Lift Brow Pencil, Target, $2, shop now 

This pencil allows you to fill in specific areas of your eyebrows and creates a natural look.

2. Essie Gel Couture Nail Polish 

Essie Gel Couture Nail Polish, Target, $12, shop now

This is perfect for any college student because this gel polish will last up to two weeks and looks like you got them done at a salon!

3. Garnier SkinActive Micellar Water

Garnier SkinActive Micellar Water, Target, $7, shop now

This is a skincare essential! Garnier’s Micellar Water will take off your makeup and  refresh your skin.

4. Garnier Fructis Hair Mask

Garnier Fructis Hair Mask, Target, $3, shop now

This hair mask smells amazing and makes your hair so soft! It’s perfect to use after a week full of hot tool damage.

5. NYX Butter Lip Gloss

NYX Butter Lip Gloss, Target, $5, shop now

This gloss makes your lips look dreamy and it’s as smooth as butter! My favorite shade is Tiramisu.

6. Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash

Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash, Target, $6, shop now

Recommended by dermatologists, this body wash is great for sensitive skin and keeps your body super smooth!

7. Not Your Mother’s Clean Freak Refreshing Dry Shampoo 

Not Your Mother’s Clean Freak Refreshing Dry Shampoo, Target, $5, shop now

I’ve tried almost every dry shampoo in the market and this is the winner! This will absorb all excess oils and keep your hair looking perfect.

8. Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Defining Cream

Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Defining Cream, Target, $8, shop now

This curl defining cream gives the best natural look! Honestly, it makes your hair dry the way you hoped it would by defining your natural texture. Think of it as your hair but better. 

9. Neutrogena Healthy Skin Pressed Powder

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Pressed Powder, Target, $10, shop now

Neutrogena’s Pressed Powder provides a matte look and can be used as a foundation or setting powder.

10. L’Oreal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara 

L’Oreal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara, Target, $10, shop now

This one is a given on any list as it is a fan favorite! This mascara will make your eyelashes as full as ever – and the packaging is pretty!

11. Pixi by Petra Vitamin-C Tonic

Pixi by Petra Vitamin-C Tonic, Target, $15, shop now

The Vitamin-C Tonic is a toner that will brighten and hydrate your skin making your face look flawless!

12. Secret Freshie Invisible Solid Antiperspirant and Deodorant 

Secret Freshie Invisible Solid Antiperspirant and Deodorant, Target, $5, shop now

Perfect to carry on the go and it smells amazing!

13. Milani Rose Powder Blush

Milani Rose Powder Blush, Target, $6, shop now

Who doesn’t love the packaging of this product? This blush is easy to apply and Jeffrey Star-approved!

14. Soap & Glory Face Soap & Clarity & Facial Wash

Soap & Glory Face Soap & Clarity & Facial Wash, Target, $11, shop now

Soap & Glory’s facial wash is a 3-in-1 detox that will purify the skin. It has a great scent too!

15. Quip Metal Electric Toothbrush

Quip Metal Electric Toothbrush, Target, $40, shop now

For a toothbrush, this is the coolest one out there because it is so sleek! There is a built in timer and the travel cover can be used to grip on a bathroom mirror, creating an on-the-go toothbrush holder.

If you’re a fellow Target lover, spend a day this weekend roaming the beauty aisles. You won’t be disappointed. 

Alexis Kalil is a senior at the Fashion Institute of Technology studying Fashion Business Management and English. In her free time, she enjoys thrifting, photography, watching Netflix, and traveling.
Carli is a 2022 grad of the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City and served as the style section editor for Her Campus. After being a national style writer for Her Campus, she launched Her Campus FIT. A born and raised Jersey Girl, she is a huge Bruce Springsteen fan. In her spare time she loves running, jamming to Taylor Swift, and tracking down the best burgers. Find her on Instagram @carliannescloset.