5 Hacks for Saving Money on Your Makeup Routine
by Vanessa Nyfeler
We all want to look our best, but let's be real: beauty comes at a price, and not a cheap one.
Makeup and skincare products can be quite expensive, but that doesn't mean you have to go without them if you're trying to save some cash. Here are five tips to save money on your makeup routine without making any sacrifices.
Cutting Products Open
Did you know that many lipsticks and foundations can be cut open to reveal even more product? You might even save up the amount of a whole product over the course of the year with the amount you find inside within the containers.
@arevceline Imagine not doing this and wasting all that product! #beauty #makeup #TikTokArtists #FamilyDinner #satisfying ♬ Say So (Instrumental Version) [Originally Performed by Doja Cat] – Elliot Van Coup
Using Lipstick as Blush
Lipsticks are available in all different shades. If you have a pink, red or peach-colored one, you can also use it as a blush. Just check the ingredients first to make sure it'll be safe for your skin.
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Going for Dupes
TikTok and other social media platforms can make you believe that good makeup has to be expensive. Wrong! Fortunately, many brands produce so-called dupes (short for duplicates), which are similar products at lower prices. Here are a few examples:
@juicyjasofficial Drugstore makeup dupes *better* than high end 😍 @Pixi Beauty sugar blossom palette is everything 🌸 #bestmakeup #dupes ♬ original sound – Jasmine 💕
Using Bronzer as Eyeshadow
Do you contour or bronze your cheeks? Perfect, because you can also use that product as eyeshadow. It looks good in addition to being simple and affordable.
Buying Reusable Cotton Pads
Unfortunately, spending money on beauty isn't just about makeup. At the end of the day, we have to safely remove it, too. Instead of using disposable bottom pads and removal wipes (which are basically money down the drain), try checking our reusable varieties. They're good for the environment and your wallet.
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