Everything seems to be more expensive these days, so we don’t blame you if skin care isn’t at the top of your priority list for new purchases. Consumer prices are still rising thanks to inflation, and the status of tariffs and their effects on the costs of products made overseas is uncertain — the Supreme Court is currently reviewing whether Trump’s tariffs orders are even legal. In the meantime, Americans are feeling the strain on their cost of living, and skin care products are one category seeing price hikes.We’ve seen a trend of costs for reader-favorite skin care items creeping up throughout 2025. On Amazon, La Roche-Posay cleanser went from $18 to $20 during 2025, Vanicream moisturizer rose by $1 and CeraVe body cream is also up by $1 from 2024, according to our price trackers. This may not seem like much, but it’s a sizable increase for drugstore products that are supposed to be affordable, especially those you have to replenish often.Out of curiosity, we used our price trackers to determine which skin care favorites have been holding steady at under $20 on Amazon for the past couple years. Keep scrolling for the beloved and effective cleansers, toners, moisturizers and more that you can still buy for 2024 prices in 2026.AmazonNeutrogena's Hydro Boost gel cleanserThis gel cleanser from Neturogena's beloved Hydro Boost line has hovered around its usual price of $10 since spring 2024, though it's remained at its holiday price of $7 through the beginning of 2026. Formulated with hyaluronic acid and glycerin to deliver refreshing hydration for normal to dry skin, the cleanser is fragrance-free and lathers into a foam texture. If you're a fan of the Hydro Boost gel cream (which also has a pretty stable price but costs more than $20, disqualifying it for this list), you can pair this cleanser with the gel cream for even more hydration.AmazonThe antimicrobial facial spray reviewers compare to Tower 28The price of this SkinSmart antimicrobial facial spray has not budged up or down since December 2022, according to our price trackers. Talk about a reliable product. The spray is designed tobe used post-workout or when you've been sweating, and contains hypochlorous acid to kill bacteria that can cause breakouts and irritation. Use it on your face, chest, neck and back as needed; you can even use it over makeup. Reviewers call this a "holy grail" and a great alternative for the Tower 28 SOS spray, which is $28 for half the amount.AmazonThis ultra-moisturizing cicaplast lip balm from La Roche-PosaySince debuting on Amazon in November 2023, La Roche-Posay's cicaplast lip balm has stayed at its $10 price except for sale events. It contains thermal spring water, vitamin B5 and shea butter to soothe, soften and moisturized dry and chapped lips (a must if you live somewhere with harsh winter weather). It's fragrance-free, non-greasy and colorless, ideal for an everyday lip balm. Is this pricier than your average tube of Chapstick? Yes, but considering reviewers say the balm "worked when nothing else did," we think it's worth it.AmazonA HuffPost writer-approved Aquaphor healing balm stickHuffPost shopping writer Griffin Wynne said, "I am nothing without my beloved Aquaphor stick" in a previous story about holy grail skin care items. "I use it all over my face and body and truly recommend it for anyone who likes a gentle one-and-done product that will keep you from totally drying out. It costs more money than a basic $1 lip balm (which I also like) but really can be used all over and will last you awhile, as it's a pretty dense stick."I'm also a fan: I often have eczema flare-ups on the backs of my hands, and love pulling out the balm when I'm stuck in the cold without gloves. It's the easiest way to create a quick barrier against the harsh wind without dealing with goopy lotion. Best of all, the stick has held steady at around $10 since the summer of 2023 (albeit with a brief dip below that for a couple months toward the end of 2025).AmazonCurél's Daily Healing body lotion, which soothes my sensitive skinMy eczema also deeply appreciates this Curél body lotion, which hasn't had a major uptick in price since early 2023. It's so gentle, absorbs in seconds without any greasy residue, and the advanced ceramide complex helps your skin get and stay moisturized. The lotion costs just a little over 50 cents an ounce, and I would bathe in the stuff if I could.AmazonSome Garnier micellar cleansing water for makeup removalYou're probably familiar with Garnier's micellar water — it's racked up just shy of 60,000 5-star ratings on Amazon, after all. Both a cleanser and makeup remover, the micellar water's formula is gentler than something like a harsh makeup wipe because you don't have to rub quite so much (just pour the micellar water onto a pad and then press it to your face, according to the instructions). This stuff first went above $8 in 2023 and has remained there without a dramatic increase since.Promising review: "I looooove this! It’s extremely effective on all makeup! Even waterproof mascara! It’s gentle, but makes sure to remove any and all makeup on the face. It doesn’t irritate the eyes whatsoever, which is a huge bonus for me because that is always my fear with putting things new my eyes. It has a clean scent. I bought this bottle a couple months ago, and I’m just now about to be out. Granted, I don’t wear makeup every single day, but I do most days so I think that’s pretty good! I recommend this 100% and think it’s well worth the cost!" — Megan S.AmazonA dermatologist-approved toner for acne-prone skinAmazonA Cetaphil moisturizing cream for your face and bodyBoasting a near-perfect 4.8 stars on Amazon across more than 35,000 ratings, this "miracle worker" cream has cost no more than $15.97 since July 2022 in its generous 20-ounce size. The Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream claims to deliver 48 hours of hydration, using ingredients like glycerin, vitamin E and niacinamide to ward off moisture loss. It's fragrance-free and hypoallergenic, making it a great choice for sensitive skin.Promising review: "I am in my mid 50’s…and am constantly mistaken for 10 years younger than my age. THIS is my miracle cream! I use this after every shower (face, legs, and arms) and every time I was my face. I highly (!!!) recommend." — Bougie on a BudgetAmazonE.l.f Skin's gentle, hydrating peeling exfoliantThis peeling exfoliant cleanser by E.l.f. Skin is formulated for dry, oily and combination skin to help clear away dead skin for a softer complexion. It contains tangerine, papaya and licorice extracts and only needs to be used two to three times a week. Reviewers say it only takes a couple uses for visible results. And aside from a few brief couple of days where Amazon randomly spiked the price, this has hovered around its current $8.94 list price for years.Promising review: "This product, at this price point is outstanding. It’s a very gentle peel. It leaves my face radiant and I am in my mid-50’s. No weird fragrance either!" — BRJAmazonThe mightily popular Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patch pimple patchesAll hail the Mighty Patch, one of the rare Amazon products to earn more than 100,000 ratings and still have a 4.6-star average. These were $12.99 back in 2017, and they're $12.99 now. The pimple patches are packed with hydrocolloid, and can absorb the gunk from your zit (whiteheads only) in six hours, simultaneously preventing you from picking and popping. The brand claims you can wear them to sleep, too, which reviewers can vouch for.AmazonVanicream's take on a vitamin C serum for sensitive skinThis noncomedogenic vitamin C serum is suitable for sensitive skin and is formulated with ceramides to be hydrating, brightening and smoothing. The packaging has an airless pump, preventing the serum from oxidizing and helping it to last longer. As many reviewers can attest to in the comments, vitamin C serums can sometimes be harsh on sensitive skin, but this one is gentle and moisturizing without being irritating. "I wish it came is 32 oz bottles because I'd use it on my entire body," one wrote. Helpfully, it also currently regularly costs about a dollar less than it did two years ago.AmazonThese Cosrx K-beauty BHA toner padsYou may know Korean skin care brand Cosrx for their viral snail mucin products, but they also make other skin care products, like these double-sided BHA toner pads for exfoliating. Having remained around $20 since 2022, the pads can remove residue from the skin to prevent breakouts (using the embossed side) while soothing irritation and moisturizing (with the smooth side). The pad format makes them easy to use and pack, if you'd rather not deal with a bottle of liquid toner on your travels. The container comes with 70 sheets and can help with oily skin from excessive buildup.AmazonThis "Botox in a bottle" argireline serum from the Ordinary