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Call it the Vaseline Factor. Or don't call it that -- we know it sounds gross. But consider this: At just a few bucks for a ginormous tub of petroleum jelly -- and really, how often in beauty can you buy a tub of anything? -- you get wonder-goo that pretties up everything from feet to elbows to cheeks to brows. It's a primper's best beauty friend and is guaranteed to be within your budget.

Grab a jar of petroleum jelly and try these 15 tricks:

1. Coat your cuticles in Vaseline a few times daily to soften them up and prevent jagged nails.
2. Before you head outdoors, rub a little on your cheeks to prevent chapped skin.
3. Lengthen the life of your lotion by mixing it with a little Vaseline.
4. Fake a dewy glow by dabbing it on your cheekbones and brow bones.
5. Super dry skin? Rub on a light layer of petroleum jelly.

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6. Four words: Best lip gloss ever.
7. DIY paraffin treatment: Slather Vaseline on your hands and feet, then wrap them up in a hot towel (nuke it in the microwave first) for 5 minutes.
8. Love that trick? Try the overnight version: Cover your feet in Vaseline, pull on some socks, and treat your tootsies to some beauty rest.
9. Rub a little on your lashes for ultra-shiny fringe.
10. Tame unruly brows (and give them a super-shiny sheen).
11. Make a cream liner or blush out of any powdered beauty product: Smear a swatch of powder on the back of your hand, then rub in a small (small!) amount of Vaseline. Voila!
12. Instant smoky eye: Apply a little Vaseline over black eyeliner, then lightly smear it for a messy, smoky look.
13. A little petroleum jelly around your hairline keeps hair dye from staining your skin.
14. Fight frizz and hide split ends by rubbing a little Vaseline into the tips of your hair and around your part.
15. Believe it: Vaseline can remove even the toughest waterproof mascara and no-budge eyeliner. Smear some on your lids, then use a clean, dry towel to wipe the day off.

Tell us: What are some of your budget beauty fixes?