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Tight times demand smart moves, right? So we asked three bargain-hunting beauty experts to show us the best drugstore choices for our dollars

Ken Paves, Hair Stylist
When given the task of stocking his kit with inexpensive styling essentials, Ken Paves hit the ground running -- straight to beauty emporium Ulta. "Some of my favorite products I discovered as a result of lost luggage and my tools not getting to a shoot," says Paves, who works with Jennifer Lopez and Jessica Simpson. Before you shop, he suggests taking inventory and making a list. "If not, you might waste money on things you don't need."
Paves's Picks1. VO5 Hot Oil Treatment, $4 "A cheap treatment that has always screamed luxury to me. It guarantees a great hair day."
2. Vidal Sassoon No Crimp elastics, $3 "They give you just enough hold without damaging your hair."
3. Ulta Ultimate Size travel blow-dryer, $25 "Enough abusing your hair with a dryer that's professional grade! This is lightweight and gets the job done."
4. DCNL Organics Natural Wood hairbrush, $9 "It gives lift and volume without creating static."
5. Woody's Big Stick Style Stick, $18 "Great for defining layers and adding texture to your blowout."
6. Ken Paves Healthy Hair Try Me kit, $34 "The perfect travel sizes for your weekend getaways."
7. Karina small claw clips, $5 each "I find these tiny ones are easier to use than pins when securing updos."
8. Bellissima headband, $10 "This gives a chic, classic look that can instantly transform limp hair."
9. DCNL Porcupine Cushion hairbrush, $25 "Works just as well as other mixed-bristle brushes that are far more expensive."
10. Göt 2b Defiant Define + Shine pomade, $6 "A little goes a long way to smooth flyaways. One tub will last until you're 115."
Doesn't Scrimp On…
Shampoo: "Some inexpensive ones give that squeaky-clean feeling that isn't always best for your hair. Look for sulfate-free formulas; they are less aggressive."
Conditioner: "This is the foundation of your hairstyling. The best products make hair smoother but don't coat it with heavy silicones."
Defrizzer: "Anything that contains a high amount of dimethi-cone is worth the splurge. Otherwise, you end up with a watered-down version that doesn't perform as well."

Kristofer Buckle, Makeup Artist
Kristofer Buckle, who works with Lindsay Lohan and Renée Zellweger, isn't shy when it comes to declaring his love for drugstore products: "The packaging isn't fabulous, but that doesn't mean you won't get a fabulous lipstick or mascara inside." Shopping the Wal-Mart beauty aisles, he stocks up on old standbys and new favorites.
Buckle's Picks
1. Johnson & Johnson Lavender baby oil, $5 "Gives skin a gorgeous high-gloss look. I love that it doesn't smell tropical."
2. Maybelline N.Y. Colossal Volum' Express mascara, $8 "Gets right to the point, making lashes thick, black and long with just one coat."
3. Max Factor Color Genius Mineral bronzer in Sun Kissed, $9 "Not heavily pigmented, so you can really layer it without turning the color of a penny."
4. L'Oréal Paris Infallible lip gloss in Dulce de Leche, $10 "I can use this on everyone, from Christina Aguilera to Mary J. Blige."
5. Dove Deep Moisture Foaming Cleansing cloths, $7 "Perfect for removing makeup at night."
6. New York Color Cheek blush in Riverside Rose, $2 "This shade creates a natural-looking flush."
7. Max Factor Lipfinity 3D in Midori Glam, $9 "The color stays put but doesn't dry like house paint on your lips."
8. Cover Girl Eye Enhancers 1-Kit in Shimmering Onyx, $4 "It's iri-descent, so you can do a charcoal eye without it looking too harsh."
9. Alcon Naphcon A eye drops, $9 "They make you feel like you've slept hours, even when you haven't."
10. L'Oréal Paris True Match Blendable makeup, $11 "A versatile formula with a wide range of shades for every complexion."
11. Burt's Bees Beeswax lip balm, $3 "I love a balm that's not shiny. This one is moist and nourishing—and there is a bonus: It tastes like peppermints."
Doesn't Scrimp On…
Makeup Brushes: "The first thing you should do when you buy a blush or shadow is toss that little nylon brush. It's too small and won't blend well."
Translucent Powder: "A finely milled formula gives even the quickest makeup job a professional finish."
Eyelash Curler: "I've never found a cheap one that I love. Either the shape is wrong or the mechanism doesn't apply enough pressure."

Doris Day, Dermatologist
With all the ritzy ingredients turning up in skin-care jars (diamonds to brighten; gold to stimulate collagen!), most women think they have to spend a fortune to clear up their complexions. Not so, says New York City dermatologist Doris Day, who likes to stock up at CVS and gives her patients a shopping list that doesn't require a platinum card.
Day's Picks1. Olay Pro X Hydra Firming cream, $42 "It contains retinol, pentapeptides and niacinamide. I wish I could dip my whole body in it!"
2. Neutrogena Healthy Skin SPF 30 Glow Sheers, $13 "Two steps in one: sun protection and light coverage."
3. Aveeno Positively Radiant cleanser, $7 "Cleans skin without drying it. And it has soy, which helps even out skin tone."
4. Nature Made Vitamin D liquid soft gels, $11/90 "Vitamin D has been shown to be important in helping to prevent sun damage and calcium loss."
5. Olay Regenerist Eye Lifting serum, $22 "Its amino peptides and humectants improve fragile skin around the eye."
6. Revlon Colorstay Undereye concealer, $10 "With SPF 15 it assures adequate daytime protection for delicate skin."
7. Cerave moisturizing cream, $15 "The ideal texture: rich and creamy. But it sinks in very quickly."
8. Neutrogena Healthy Skin Rejuvenator, $42 "Exfoliation is an essential step in an anti-aging regimen. I like the consistency that using a device provides."
Doesn't Scrimp On…
Scrubs: "Exfoliators with natural particles like nutshells can be too abrasive and cause microscopic scratches that make your skin look dull."
Peels: "The problem with buying a peel at the drugstore is that you don't know what concentration you're getting. Chances are it will be too mild."
Mineral Makeup: "Check the ingredient label for talc -- some products use it as a filler, which makes it less expensive but can clog pores."