How to Save Money When Buying makeup tools

(Sorry guys, this post isn’t likely to be directly useful to you, but you can share these tips with the girls in your life and look really knowledgeable and respectful about girlie things.)

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Makeup is one of those items that I have a love/hate relationship with. I love trying new colors, dolling up my best friend’s teenage daughter for prom, and goofing around with the girls for a spa night at home.

Now, don’t get me wrong, I can go weeks without wearing makeup and be perfectly happy; it’s not essential to my life. But it’s fun to be creative and play with color combinations and application techniques.

Makeup also holds great potential for a shopping addiction. Before I had kids (when I had considerably more spending money), I used to shop for makeup on a regular basis. I stopped shopping at the drugstore and began venturing into the department store’s line of more pricey products. The products were nice, but the price tag was outrageous. When my kids came along, I simply couldn’t afford to keep up. I learned how to make what I had last longer and how to spend significantly less on my makeup.

Here are eight of my top tips for saving money on makeup:

1. Start with skin care.

No amount of quality cosmetics will make up for basic skin issues. Dry skin, blemishes, enlarged pores, etc must be treated in order for your make up to wear well and look good. If the canvas is a poor quality, the makeup doesn’t matter. If you’re going to spend more on anything, splurge on a quality skin care kit and use it regularly.

2. Buy your pressed or loose powder a shade darker than usual and mix in a little talcum powder.

This makes your powder last much longer and doesn’t affect the overall look of your makeup.

3. Mix in a little quality moisturizer with your liquid foundation to make application smoother.

This also stretches how long your foundation will last since you’re essentially using less each day. This technique allows me to purchase a single bottle of high-quality foundation and make it last for 10-12 months.

4. Always apply cosmetics with a brush, not your fingers.

Applying foundation with your fingers means you’re wasting makeup on your hands that will be washed down the drain. Using a brush allows you to precisely apply the product exactly where you want it.

5. Shop for your favorite makeup regularly.

Popular drugstores like Rite Aid often have half-off sales to help clear out older inventory and make room for new products. You can stock up on the essentials at a fraction of the price during these sales. Sometimes you can even find a too-bright shade on clearance and mix it with a lighter shade you already own to make it useable.

6. Visit your local department store’s cosmetics counter for a complimentary make over.

Most companies don’t charge for this service (knowing you’re likely to buy something before you leave) and this a great way to get a fresh look for special occasions without investing in new cosmetics.

7. Experiment with color.

Many items, such as nail polish, blush, and eye shadow can be mixed to create new colors. This can result in a new favorite shade or a new look without spending a dime on additional colors.

8. Always use a setting product to hold your look in place.

Topcoat for your nails, lipstick treatments, and loose powder are wise investments since they prevent the need for touchups.

Even if you’re addicted to a pricey name brand cosmetics line, you can still save money by adding a few steps to your daily routine and being on the lookout for a good bargain.

What money-saving makeup tips have you found to be useful?

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1. Revive old makeup

With a few simple tricks, you can get your beloved beauty products to last longer so you won't have to break the bank as often!

• Drying out and clumpy mascara - When using mascaras wands – avoid pumping it as this traps air in tubes causing them dry faster; instead try twisting back-and forth gently. Adding saline drops onto dried gluey mascara will also make that mascara last longer.

• Emptying makeup bottles – Don't let a single drop of makeup go to waste! If you can't get every bit out with your brush, try submerging the bottle in warm water (don't get water into the bottle) to loosen up the product and then pour it into something smaller. Alternatively, use some scissors to cut the bottle in hald before scooping up all that remaining product like treasure from buried ruins. 

• Broken eyeshadow – If your makeup is a mess, you don't need to throw it away! Mix some rubbing alcohol with your broken eyeshadow and try pushing it back together, or mix with some clear nail polish for a one-of-a kind custom color! You won't believe what can be done when creativity meets cosmetics.

2. Try to return makeup

If you have some unused and unopened makeup, and you can return it within 60 days of purchase, for a full refund.

If you buy makeup and feel it isn't up to scratch, just contact us and we will do our best to solve your issue.

We aim to stock the best products at the best prices, but sometimes products are faulty or you just change your mind. So get in touch and we can help you out.

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3. Use beauty loyalty points

When you sign up for an account on thebeautystore.com, you'll earn one point for every £1 you spend, but there are a number of special deals to help you rack up points quicker.

Every 100 points you earn will give you £1 to spend in-store and you can use them for part-payments.

4. Volunteer as a product tester

With everyone vying for the limited spots on product testing panels, why not make sure you are one of those few lucky ones who get to have a say in the development of cosmetics and beauty products? Makeup fanatics could be rewarded with free samples from Boots Volunteer Panel or even selected as an 'insider' at their Evaluation Centre.

Don't miss out - find your perfect fit with this guide to some incredible product testing websites today!

5. Stop buying expensive makeup brushes

Makeup brushes are super expensive, so you can save loads of money by buying different types of brushes instead.

Don't fall into the trap of buying the matching pink set in a cute case! Standard paintbrushes are a pretty good alternative and can be bought much cheaper. You can also shop our range of cheap makeup brushes and brush sets, starting at just £2.99.

Another clever hack is to reuse expensive mascara brushes in cheaper mascara tubes. You can really notice the difference with good-quality mascara wands, so make high-end ones last. Give them a quick clean and pop them into your new (low-cost) tubs.

6. Use influencer discount codes

Picture-perfect beauty bloggers and Instagram influencers can be a tad annoying, but they're a great source of discounts and offer codes.

Make sure to follow some of the big names on Instagram and Twitter, and keep an eye out for any discount codes they offer their followers.

Also check out the description of YouTube videos, like makeup tutorials and reviews, for special discounts.

And, you could even make money from social media yourself by setting up as a beauty blogger or influencer.

7. Use hacks to save money when online shopping

Here at thebeautystore.com we have a range of offers to save you money.

10% off your order when you sign up to our mailing list.

Get 1 Beauty point for every pound you spend, use the beauty points to pay for your order.

Free UK standard delivery when you spend over £35.

Sign up to our mailing list for the latest special offers, discounts and more.

8. Don't forget your student discount

If you're busy focusing on loyalty cards and special discounts, it's easy to forget to use your trusty old student card in the process. But in some cases, it can save you some serious cash.

Contact us to discuss your requirements of beauty makeup tools. Our experienced sales team can help you identify the options that best suit your needs.