Help Your Budget With These Makeup Hacks

 

Makeup is like a miracle drug. It has the power to create a new you with a new look that transforms you. Whether you are going out on the town or simply trying to recover from last night, makeup is your best friend.

While we love what makeup can do for us, it can be expensive to purchase all the items that create a great makeup kit. There are so many products on the market that it can be difficult to find the money to buy everything we need. Fortunately, it isn’t necessary to purchase everything you see in the makeup tutorials on Youtube. There are many ways to save and still have a complete makeup kit. Here are some hacks that teach you how to get the right makeup for you and still not break the bank.

 

1. Store Credit Cards

If used carefully, these types of credit cards can actually score you points and rewards that you can use toward makeup purchases. Stay away from any “buy now, pay later” programs since these can end up costing you money in interest and fees. Instead, stick with store cards that award points for purchases which can be used to purchase more product.

How do they work? Well, you make a purchase and then buy more with the reward points awarded for the first purchase. In essence, you get free loot! Most store loyalty or credit cards will also reward loyal customers with special discounts, coupons, and savings. To get the most savings from your card, shop on the days when they are offering special deals for card customers.

 

2. Beauty Samples

Free beauty samples are one of the best ways to try out new makeup without shelling out any money. Hot Freebies Canada is one of the best sources around for free beauty samples and other freebies.

One of the benefits to HotFreebies Canada and other freebie sites is that it’s not just free makeup samples. You can try many different products without having to buy them. This allows you to determine which products are best for you.

 

3. Products That Have Many Uses

Makeup can often be used in several ways. For example, try a bit of lipstick on your cheeks for an instant rosy glow. Get creative and use your highlighter to brighten up around your eyes, not just on the lids.

Lipsticks can be very versatile. It doesn’t matter if they are matte or frosted, you can use them just about anywhere on your face, from your lips to your eyelids. Cosmopolitan did an incredible makeover using only one lipstick. You can, too!

Knowing how to use a single makeup product in several ways is a great way to save money. Pick and choose the most versatile and you won’t have to buy a basket full of products.

 

4. Don’t Spend Too Much For The Right Red Lipstick

There is no doubt that the professional and lovely packaging around Dior, Chanel, and Lancome makes their products attractive. However, there is really no need to spend £30 or more on lipstick.

Here’s a little trade secret: most designer makeup uses the same ingredients and is produced in the same factory as the less expensive brands. Why such a difference in cost? Well, it’s mostly the brand name, but sometimes there’s a shot or two of fancy fragrance or an added essential oil. There just isn’t enough of a different to make it worth the higher price. The quality is almost always the same.

Take a leap of faith and try less expensive makeup. You’ll be glad you did.

 

5. Get The Most From Your Makeup

There is nothing more frustrating than when you’ve spent twenty pounds on a lipstick and then don’t get to use all of it. There’s always a bit of product stuck down in the tube and you simply cannot get it out.

Try placing the lipstick tube in a bowl of hot water. Let it sit for a few minute and then pour out the melted lipstick into an old contact lens container. You can then use a lipstick brush to get every last drop of lipstick on your lips.

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6. Discount Offers And Coupons

Sign up for discount newsletters and coupon sites to find more deals on makeup. If you are willing to wait a few days for your products, these can provide great savings on many makeup products.

If you still prefer your favorite brands, no problem. Simply sign up for a newsletter for your favorite department stores and keep tabs on when your favorite brands are on sale.

 

7. Use Only What You Need

When it comes to makeup, it is easy to on too much. You may begin with just a touch, but as you get more comfortable with a makeup routine, you may find yourself using more and more.

If you start viewing your makeup as an investment, you will begin to see that it is best to use only what you need and not too much. This not only saves you money but also helps keep your skin healthy. Too much makeup can really clog your pores and cause a skin outbreak.

 

8. Buy Duty-Free

If you know you will be flying, plan your makeup purchases to take advantage of the sales in the duty-free shops. It is possible to find some great discounts and if your currency has a good conversion rate, you may score some incredible deals.

Enjoy your vacation and spend some time in the sun. You’ll come back with glowing skin and new makeup. They won’t even recognize you when you return home.

Hopefully, you found a few of these tips and hacks helpful. Use them to score some great deals on your favorite makeup products.