With heating bills rising, ever-increasing grocery costs, and holiday shopping stress, splurging on skincare might not exactly fit your budget. (Nobody should ever have to choose between healthy skin and feeding their family — but here we are.) And if anyone deserves to feel beautiful, it’s you.
The good news is, taking care of your beauty needs doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Keeping your skin protected, moisturized, and glowing throughout the colder months can be both affordable and effective — especially when you know where to look. Believe it or not, Dollar Tree has some amazing skincare products that rival high-end brands without the luxury prices!
From rich moisturizers to powerhouse serums (and even overnight hair repair treatments), these budget-friendly beauty finds will keep your skin healthy, hydrated, and radiant throughout the winter— without draining your wallet. Many of these products have been tested and loved by beauty influencers and skincare experts, and after putting them to the test myself, I’m seriously shocked that such high-quality products cost less than five bucks!
Below, I’ve rounded up my favorite Dollar Tree skincare must-haves (along with a few cold-weather beauty tips) and also included a chance to win a $50 Dollar Tree gift card so you can stock up on your own winter self-care essentials!
Facial Cleansers: Gentle, Nourishing & Winter-Approved
Your winter skincare routine needs to start with a clean canvas, but harsh cleansers can strip away natural oils and leave your skin feeling tight and parched. Thankfully, Dollar Tree has some gentle, effective options. (I NEVER spend more than five bucks on cleansers).
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Dermasil Facial Cleansers – Available for sensitive, oily, or dry skin. I use the sensitive one in the morning and at night. I also use the exfoliating version a few times a week to keep my complexion smooth.
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b•pure Gentle Skin Cleanser – A total dupe for Cetaphil — fragrance-free, hydrating, and perfect for winter.
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Global Beauty Care Micellar Wipes – Great for removing makeup or freshening up on lazy nights when you just can’t be bothered.
Serums: The Secret to Cold-Weather Glow
Winter is basically the epitome of dry skin season — and serums are your saving-grace. These affordable picks deliver hydration, brightness, and smoothness like you wouldn’t believe:
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Power Serum (6-in-1 Benefits) – Firms, hydrates, smooths, and brightens. I even mix a few drops into my body lotion after my shower for that extra glow and all-over firmness.
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Skin Nutrition Serums – Vitamin C for brightening, Hyaluronic Acid for deep hydration, Retinol for anti-aging, and Niacinamide to calm redness. I switch them up but make sure to include each one at least twice per week. (Don’t be afraid to layer them!)
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Global Beauty Care Collagen + Peptides Serum – Adds bounce and elasticity back into skin that’s feeling a little “meh.” I use this daily.
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Be Pure Rose Oil or Vitamin E Serums – Gentle, nourishing, and perfect for dry or sensitive skin days. If your skin is on the oilier side, use oil-based serums at night.
Moisturizers: Your Winter Hydration Holy Grails
A good moisturizer is your winter BFF. These keep your skin soft and supple, even when the weather has other plans:
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Dermasil Day Cream – Lightweight and perfect under makeup.
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Dermasil Night Moisturizer – A thicker formula that deeply hydrates while you sleep.
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Essentially Ageless Day & Night Creams – Infused with retinol and vitamin C for a dewy, plump finish.
Lip Care: Chapped Lips No More!
Winter lips need extra love, and Dollar Tree delivers:
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b•pure Hydrating Lip Mask – An overnight treatment that rivals Laneige (for about $20 less).
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b•pure Lip Jelly – Glossy hydration that looks great alone or over lipstick.
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Global Beauty Care Collagen Lip Masks – A must-have for soft, smooth lips so they don’t chap, flake and peel.
Hair Care: Shiny, Soft & Winter-Ready
Cold air can leave your hair dry and frizzy. These affordable treatments bring back the softness and shine:
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Nighttime Hair Serum – An overnight miracle for dull or brittle hair.
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Personal Care Leave-In Conditioner – Detangles and softens without weighing hair down.
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Softy Hair Oils (Argan, Coconut, Castor) – Perfect for pre-shampoo treatments or sealing in moisture. (Just remember to shampoo them back out.)
Body Care: Because Skin Below the Neck Matters Too
Your body deserves the same love as your face — and these products make that easy:
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Power Serum (in fact, ALL serums) – Mix with your daily hand/body lotion for soft, radiant skin.
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XtraCare Cocoa Butter Petroleum Jelly Stick – Perfect for elbows, knees, and heels!
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Power Stick Anti-Chafe Cream – A lifesaver under leggings or during winter walks.
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April Bath & Shower Aromatherapy Lotions – Smell like a spa without spending like one.
Bonus Winter Beauty Tips
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Layer your serums: Go from thinnest (like hyaluronic acid) to thickest (like retinol or creams). Don’t forget to use serum(s) both morning and night!)
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Glow head to toe: Mix serum into your lotion for full-body hydration, especially elbows, heels, hands and knees!
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Keep a lip balm and hand lotion in your bag and on your nightstand: Frigid air has mercy for no one. Slather it on before bed and whenever it wears off.
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Never Neglect Your Neck! From your forehead all the way down to your chest, this entire area deserves some serious TLC—think rich hydration and nourishing serums. Trust me, this skin is thinner, more delicate, and one of the very first places to reveal signs of aging. Don’t skip it!
- Don’t forget your hands! Keep them slathered with hand cream between every wash! Run the backs of your hands onto your face after applying face cream/serums to help absorb extra product. Your young, soft hands will thank you!
$50 Dollar Tree Giveaway — Enter Below!
Love these finds as much as I do? Here’s your chance to win a $50 Dollar Tree gift card and stock up on your own winter beauty essentials!
Just fill out the Giveaway tools form below for your chance to win! (Entries will be verified.)
Let me know!
Have you tried any of these Dollar Tree beauty finds? What’s your favorite winter skincare steal? Leave me a comment below — I’d love to hear what’s keeping your skin soft and glowing this season!
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