Fabulous promises of brighter skin and smoother hair are our version of kryptonite. So it’s no surprise that we often find ourselves spending an entire month’s paycheck on the new wonder product. If you’re struggling with a similar dilemma consider our round-up of budget buys your get-out-of-jail-free card.
There’s a high-performing vitamin C serum, a long-stay lipstick and eight other staples that will see you through the year and into the sunset—all under INR 1,000.
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