Hi Everyone!
If you’ve been reading my recent posts, you’ll know I’ve been doing inventory of my beauty products. Check out the recent posts below!
Primers & Foundations | Bronzers | Blushes | Mascaras | Highlighters
Makeup Goals: A Streamlined Collection
I’ve decided to compile a list of what beauty products I personally plan to SAVE or SPLURGE on. I’ll also have some products where I’ll be IN BETWEEN– which means I’ll either buy a mix of both high-end and drugstore or I’ll buy products that aren’t super expensive, but not super cheap either.
Skincare- IN BETWEEN
I was reading articles on which beauty products to save and splurge on and a few said to save on skincare. I think I will mostly save because there are some great products found at the drugstore. If I want some luxe items, I can always get samples from Sephora and Nordstrom without breaking the bank. I do love the Sonia Roselli Water Balm though (read my review), so I will continue to splurge on that because it’s a multi-use product.
Primers- SPLURGE
You need a good base for your makeup and that starts with primer.
Foundations- SPLURGE
More expensive foundations just look and smell better than drugstore ones (for the most part).
Concealers/Colour Correctors- IN BETWEEN
I think splurge on a good spot concealer I can wear without foundation. There are some good under eye concealers from the drugstore.
Setting/Finishing Sprays/Powders & Face Mists- IN BETWEEN
I think a mix of both is okay.
Makeup Brushes- SPLURGE
When I first started getting into makeup, I didn’t want to spend a lot on brushes, so I bought some on Amazon. They’re very soft and performed pretty well, but once I bought better quality ones, I could see the difference in my makeup application.
Makeup Sponges- SAVE
I think it’s kind of crazy to buy a $20 sponge. I have never bought a beauty blender, so I don’t know if it performs better than a cheaper sponge, but I feel like they’re all quite similar; some may be denser than others, but they all blend the same, don’t they?
Bronzers- SAVE
I love the Physician’s Formula one and it blends even better than the high end ones I’ve tried.
Blushes- IN BETWEEN
I think I might splurge on a good, matte blush I can use every day because blushes last so long. I love the Milani ones that have shimmer and I really want to try a Physician’s Formula one.
Highlighters- IN BETWEEN
Similar to blushes, I might splurge on 1 high end highlighter and then the rest of the collection will be drugstore brands. For the ones I own, the drugstore ones look prettier than my higher end ones (without having to wet them).
Brows- IN BETWEEN
I’m kind of torn because I like the NYX Micro Brow pencil, but that pencil lasted so long that maybe it’s worth it to splurge on a brow pencil. I will definitely splurge on brow gel though and get the Benefit Gimme Brow.
Eyeshadows- SPLURGE
I’ve noticed a difference in how my eyeshadow looks when using higher end ones especially with the fallout. I think I will invest in a few high end palettes- that have a good selection of neutral mattes and shimmery shades.
Eyeliners- IN BETWEEN
Similar to blushes, eyeliner lasts me a long time (I prefer pencil liners), so maybe I should splurge.
Mascara- SAVE
As much as I love some of the high-end deluxe samples of mascaras, there are so many drugstore ones I love that are a fraction of the price. Especially when you should dispose of it after using for a few months, it’s not worth it to pay $30 (unless you only own 1 mascara, then maybe it’s worth it, but I like to have several).
Lipsticks, Liners and Glosses/Tints- IN BETWEEN
I think I’ll get 1 or 2 for each of the 3 types (lipstick, liner, gloss/tint), but save on the rest.
Makeup Removers- IN BETWEEN
I like Simple makeup wipes and Garnier Micellar Water, but I really like Clinique’s Cleansing Balm. So, a mix of both.
Perfumes- SPLURGE
When I was in high school, I used to use body sprays from Victoria’s Secret, but no more of that. I have two signature scents at the moment (1 for spring/summer, 1 for fall/winter) and I also have one that’s a bit more spicy that I don’t wear daily.
Nail Polish- IN BETWEEN
I think I’ll find a good, wine red and a neutral to splurge on, but buy brands like OPI and Essie for the rest of my collection.
What products do you splurge on?
Love,
