Life is worth living, and beauty is worth making.
-Beth Anderson
Here are some suggestions for saving money without sacrificing results when it comes to your beauty routine.
Simplify Your Routine
Cleanser - Toner - Moisturiser - Beauty Serum - Sunscreen - Primer - Illuminator - Foundation - Concealer - Powder... Skincare routines can become very complex if you let them, and the more products you use the more time and money you will spend!
Consider the type of products that are essential for your skin, and identify the ones you can do without. Different skin types have different requirements, so figure out what's best for you and ditch any part of your routine that doesn't actually help to improve your skin.
Another option when simplifying your beauty routine is to use products that combine different properties such as tinted moisturisers, illuminating foundations, or products with SPF 30+ that can replace sunscreen.
Re-evaluate Your Products
The most expensive products are not necessarily the best, and paying extra just for branding is a sure way to waste your money if you are able to find a cheaper alternative.
Ignore the marketing hype and find reviews of products by real people.
Makeup Alley is a good place to look, or just try a Google search.
If you can't bear to part with an expensive product that you love and really works for you, then don't feel that you have to! Instead try and save money on other products. If you have a perfect but pricey moisturiser then balance this by using a low cost cleanser, or if you can't live without your favourite expensive foundation then maybe you can save money by switching to a cheap but effective sunscreen.
Adapt What You Have
Instead of throwing away products that don't really work for you, think about alternative ways they could be used. Moisturiser can be used for your body instead of your face (especially if it's thick), and foundation that no longer matches your skin tone can be
corrected with powder.
What tips do you have for saving money on beauty products and procedures?
Links
Top 20 Cheap Tips for Your Make-up Bag at Charade
Multi-Purpose Beauty Products by Miss Corrine
Essential Beauty Habits to Develop & Avoid Over Consumerism by Tres Lola