How I Cut My Beauty Spending In Half Last Year
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- Опубликовано: 15 сен 2024
- One of the biggest perks of getting good with money is using it to fund your interests - even "frivolous" hobbies, like makeup. However, it's easy for makeup spending to get out of control, especially when we're constantly bombarded with ads and influencer mentions of the Hot New Item. Here's how one woman cut her high-end makeup spending in half - without simply resorting to drugstore products!
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1. Stop buying excess products.
2. Use up what you have.
3. Stop watching so many beauty videos; and
4. Make sensible purchases when buying and not buy into the hype.
Me Too!!!
it's all about consumerism, be careful with your money and be mindful of how companies want you to give them your hard earned $$
Hannah Louise Poston is the best here on RUclips about makeup and beauty spending habits. The Financial Diet should do a collaboration with her!!! Her no buy, low buy, beauty budget and declutters are the most helpful advice I've gotten on the subject.
I second this! She is amazing!
I love her so much, she's so gentle and her thoughts are really in depth
They have an interview together a while ago! Check it out!
@@abc_xyz_123 I did. My comment is from 3 years before their interview together.
Starting a petition for eyeshadow to be called colourful dirt.
hahahhaah that actually sounds... not bad...
Lol
I love Eyeshadow though 😍😩. But I don't buy any too much any more. Maybe one or two a year once decluttered old ones.
I have learned to “shop my stash” by dividing my large makeup collection - and even skin care collection- and rotating my products.
Exactly! I gave Soo many lippies I don't even browse the makeup section. Substition is the game.
I love sample size! I rather buy a Sephora collection full of premium sample sizes than one full size. I liked that this video wasn’t about shaming makeup lovers but real tips.
Right! No one needs a full size highlight or blush!
You only look at two or three reviews?! I look at at least 15 (in favour and against) before spending my money! So many reviews are bought so you have to be careful.
Same... I probably spend a couple days researching a $20 makeup before buying it haha 😬
I spend a week to deciding buy one product 😬
Shop your stash tricks (with eyeshadow palettes):
1. Pick one your eyeshadow palettes and commit to using that palette for a week or a month.
2. Substitute eyeshadow for blush and highlighter, especially trendy colors like yellow blush.
3. Pick a RUclipsr you often watch and use what you have to recreate their looks.
I am a make up lover and I love watching beauty gurus online making reviews and what to buy.....
But I have stopped following almost all of them, all of the sudden for two reasons.
1. MAKE UP CANNOT make your appearance any better if your skin is as bad as it is.. A skin that is not a good canvas would just make you waste products and would... make you look like a joke.
2. HYPED PRODUCTS MADE ME DISAPPOINT THE MOST. Many youtubers that I have watched recommend a product that they swear are good... but in the end... they are not meeting your expectations... and I end up regretting my purchases. I prefer my own discoveries and surprises of what is good make up product or not..
So if you still want to save up money while still using make up.... the only tip and this is not new at all.. is JUST USE UP PRODUCTS THAT YOU HAVE EVEN if they are sub par good... If you make yourself finish all that make up that you have... your reflection of buying better make up will intensify and it will help you to buy products more carefully next time..
Yasss and most of those RUclipsrs didn't even buy the makeup with their own money. Most are sent by companies, or even paid promos.
@@cherrytung You are pretty spot on!! I cannot forget a huge influencer in my country recommended liquid lipsticks for a known brand in the country (Phil) and it turns out that what she received was totally different in what you can find in stores.. That made me realize how bogus make up reviews are
People forget that make up EXPIRES!!! Good skincare habits are much more important.
Eye and eyebrow pencil, mascara, foundation/bb cream or concealer depending on your coverage preference, lip balm, light eyeshadow to double as highlighter, bright lipstick to double as blush. One of each, organic ingredients! I don't need more.
So true!! I can't even count how many products expired on me before I finish them! Honestly i can't remember finishing any makeup product before they expire!!
Yup. I'll used up whatever is left, the last time I bought a make up was a lip balm and blush since I consume the last one I got. Just basic stuff to add some detail in the face and most importantly: Skin Care.
I made 2019 the year of savings (using guidelines from y’all) and my heart has been crying because I only like high end makeup and I cut out buying makeup to save 😭😭
These are fantastic tips! Thank you so much, I can’t wait to see how they fit into my budget.
That's a great goal!
I use minimal makeup but buying became an addiction. I have at least 100 shades of eyeshadow but I used 3 shades of matte brown. I had to buy new pallettes and highlighters.
After a long time I realized that I can't waste my money like this and wanted to save to use in it other place.
Now I have limited stuff but I use every piece almost daily
I have noticed I rarely finish stuff so minis are perfect for me
I think anyone watching this video knows how much they waste on makeup and saving that money would be great.
I still struggle to resist buying the ' new shade'.
🤣👍 loved your comment
Always excited about the "Making It Work" vids! 😍
Same! Best series on the channel!
Yes! I also follow the "one in, one out" rule. I don't need five foundations. My current foundation works just as well as the new one my favorite influencer is pushing. Same with eyeshadow! It's dramatically cut down how much I spend on makeup. Especially because most cruelty-free/vegan makeup is higher end.
Totally, sample size high end highlighter is something I do!!! Becca 👌🏼
I don’t buy a new powder or liquid foundation until they’re completely gone! I get my MAC money’s worth on these two items because they also last me at least one year! Same for mascara, don’t buy new until the current one is done!
Wrong video 😆
Oh I need to hear this!!! I spent waayyyyy too much money on this beauty & makeup!! It’s like a mad obsession!!! I mean, how many eye shadow palettes do I really need?! I only have two eyes 🤣🤣🤣
Something about "I only have two eyes" makes me laugh so much, haha!
Focus more on skin care... you will not regret it.. even a simple 5 step one will do..
1. Cleanser
2. Exfoliate (2-3 times a week) (there are much cheaper products on this line that does the job)
3. Toner (the step that you can find great deals and you can put a generous amount)
4. Moisturizer
5. Sunscreen (morning) and eye cream (night)... you can even make the eye cream as your moisturizer..
Ha! and talk about lipsticks!! I only have one lip and I don't even wear lipstick every day!
I stand so much by the point about getting travel sizes. I think it's perfect solution that sates your curiosity about a product, you get this product to use and you don't go broke and depending on what product is, it can actually last you a decent while - I'm on my second year with my "mini" highlighter and blush.
Yes I love the mini sizes at ulta for trying out new products without spending too much!
Colorful dirt! Best line ever👍🏼
Agreed!
*The idea of buying makeup second hand freaks me out* 😱
Clothes are fine, since you can wash them. But makekup??? omg... I'd rather wear no makeup than buy second hand make up. I mean, drug store makeup isn't that expensive anyway, right?
Maybe I'm a bit too frugal for my own good, but I'm not the most bothered by it! Sometimes you receive things as gifts or through Ipsy that you don't really care for, or you buy something and try it once or twice before realizing it's the wrong color or is not good for your skin type.
It might also depend on the product. People might be less concerned buying eyeshadow secondhand than, say, lipstick.
"Something as simple as putting on colourful dirt."
I love it :P.
The first one is a common thing called “project pan”
It hurts my wallet to watch beauty gurus with 400+ lipsticks!
Where the f do they store all that?
but they didn't even buy them with their own money!
It's crazy! It makes me cringe 😬
Are you serious, I mean 400+. I couldn't finish my nude lipstick in last two years🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄
I personally only need 3 makeup items - the eyebrow pencil, a lipstick/ lip tint and bb cream/ foundation to look presentable. I could survive on those 3 items alone and I use them very frequently compared to other products.
For lipstick/ lip tints: I only own a few. Coral because it looks nicer given my complexion. Darker shade - for formal events or a sexier look. Other people can't really tell and don't care about what color I'm wearing on a daily basis anyway so I really don't need to own similar shades.
Same here
I had to chuckle at your 3 month rule. When I got promoted to manager in 2000, I decided I needed to step up my appearance and wear make up every day. I'm retired now and I still have 6 of those eye shadows that I use when I go out. The mascara isn't that old--maybe 2 years at most. LOL
Be careful of the tip about buying high end from online retailers at a discounted price. Even if the item is legit, it might be expired or a bad batch
I extend the life of my nail polishes by adding a few drops of polish remover.and store in the fridge. The nail polish remover will loosen up thick,or dry polish.also,roll between palms of hands.never shake.it works well with liquid or cream based products,especially in warm weather.it helps with fragrances,too
Why not shake it?
This channel is not for me anymore! All the videos are about people who have money and who could not handle their buying impulses but now they have changed as they've realised "the truth"
My biggest tip to save money
Don’t wear makeup 😎
I can't imagine how much money I have saved since choosing not to buy make up anymore. I still have a BB cream for sunscreen if I need it, but other than that I go bare!
Yes, if you have the clear and bright skin... you can... but with my face that looks dead without it... I must wear make up cause people would be worried about me looking sick... and I am here living in Philippines.
@@yachishairclips2250 I also look "dead" lol. We're supposed to look that way.
@@plantyourdestiny7616 ... idk about looking dead is a norm...., but most of my classmates looked better without make up but me on the other hand... those who recognized me will really pinpoint that I need my boost of color since me wearing make up and not is like night and day
You're just used to the look of foundation on your skin I guess.
It's better to put the time and effort into having a better life style. What you eat and do shows up on your face eventually. Mom was always saying that lack of sleep in my teen years will catch-up on me and now I know better than to sacrifice my sleep for more screen time.
Also skincare is a big one.
nordstrom rack and marshalls often have discounted high end makeup
Shiri Feldman be careful as knock offs, expired, or stolen make up can be sold at stores like that.
I had this problem but have been using the techniques you mentioned and slashed my beauty care budget. This is a helpful vlog. Thank you 😊
If you’re reading this, you don’t need make up. You’re beautiful without it 🌻🤗
Super helpful tips! I also live off samples. My skin is so dry and I'm yet to find a foundation that doesn't make my face look like the Sahara Desert. Even after I have tried on a foundation and been colour-matched and it looks fine in the store, I always get a sample to test out the wear, and also use up all my samples (the good and the workable) before buying a full-sized product. Then I can be SURE I'm not just impulse buying because the internet raves about a particular foundation that is PERFECT for dry skin!
I would only spend 90$ per year by getting makeup at walgreens or cvs, love almay, sephora has great sephora brand makeup at good prices. I learned to make my own lotions with shea butter and aloe vera, wet n wild has a great brazil bronzer, and every now and then I treat myself to a palette or rare beauty or fenty beauty...or tilbury lipstick :)
nothing beats great skin care with cheap makeup, stay hydrated, moisturize, brows, blush, mascara bam
my "makeup" tips to save money:
1. forget about lash extensions, get a lash growing serum (yes they actually work and cost a lot less then extensions). they'll make your lasher super long and look great with a cheap mascara, _and_ your eyes will be more defined and you won't won't feel the need use a lot of makeup on your eyes
2. focus on caring for your skin, this will have long term benefits but also instant results, and you won't want to wear a lot of coverage products if you like the way your skin looks
When i was in my teens i wore a lot more makeup compared to now (iny late 20's now), i piled on foundation, corrector, multiple eyeshadows, liner, mascara, etc. now my every day makeup is a lot more simple. i do love makeup and playing with colours and looks but for everyday, i simplified my routine to 7 products and 2 tools, a few years ago i probably used around 15 and line 6 different brushes
Bless this mess I tried a lash serum years ago. They DO work... but they also made my eyelashes fall out ALL at the same time. So it left me almost completely bald. It took years for them to completely recover. 😩
I know it's totally not the point of this video, but my public library let's me check out 75 books at a time (which I have done before), way more than 5 or 6! Meanwhile I own basically zero makeup 😂
I was just going to say the same. I've belonged to many, many library systems over the years (well, about a dozen) and I think the lowest limit I ever had was 30.
I fell into the same trap you did. I'm still struggling, but I'm getting it under control. I've run out of make-up storage room! Thank you for the tip about discounted high-end makeup.
xo~linda
I still buy back ups of my fav products that im constantly using. Like foundation. Then i will never run out.
Thank you. Subbed💖💖💖
That is just not how libraries work. You can check out so many more books than just five or six books. My public library allows 100 total items checked out at a time.
i enjoyed the video but it remind me way toooo much to the ones from The School of Life, like, you even change the voice at the end of the video hahaha. Btw, nice tips 😊
Animation is soooo adorable))
Switch to french beauty routine use bronzer, eat the rainbow. The only solution to cut the cost of makeup. Remember the Mad men lipstick episode. I don't want like Peggy be every color in the box . I have my own color.
I love watching these videos! So creative and fun to watch with knowledge!
I'd rather buy a high-quality sample size mascara than buy a cheap mascara I will not finish that will also make my eyes watery and red all day. I think I have a sensitivity to some makeups.
3:39 try wet n wild or Maybelline chrome highlighter
Sometimes sleeping on your desire to purchase something helps. Help me anyway. Also, saying that putting on makeup is making your face look like someone else’s is odd, it’s your face still, you just make it look “better” for the lack of better word
I rarely buy make up because I rarely use it. I make my things last. I will admit that I have added a bit of water to a semi-dried out mascara tube... lol.
Using eyedrops is a bit more sterile and works great too!
@@rudelipz Adding a few drops of eye makeup remover does the job too!
@@Gingeries17 never thought of that. Thanks hon!
use inglot duraline, you can also use it in paint pots
Most of overstock is the same prices as buying it from ultra or Sephora
Loooove making it work
I love love LOVE this series
Any recommendations for a good cheap eye primer sold in the uk?
Sophie Wheeler Rimmel Magnifeyes
Milani? Is that sold in the uk?
I rather save more on skincare..than makeup...Im okay using one red lipstick...and a baby powder and cheek blush...also an eyebrow pencil...tadaa...im 22 and suck at makeup 🤣
Love those videos
you can only take 6 books home from the library home with you? o_O dude, our limit is 30 books. this is shocking.
but thanks for the second hand make up tip. i never thought about it.
My Uni and most public libraries in Indonesia limit is 2. :P
Wow!
lé glo✨
makeup last really long compare to skincare. I also like to look for Korean dupes which is way way cheaper.
You could also realize that you’re a beautiful and you don’t need to change your appearance to look like a queen
Hey Lauren! I hope you are well, you sound a bit sad.
Um. I cut the spending of makeups by NOT WEARING MAKEUP. Only concealers occasionally when I have dark eyes or pimples, either red lipsticks or dramatic cat eye liners. That’s all. I take good care of my skin and it naturally glows. When it comes to beauty I’m very French. American makeup style is just too much for my taste. Not interested in painting my face and looking like someone else.
Avoid cream/liquid products when you can, powder lasts longer...
How many ladies who use makeup actually need it to look presentable? And before reply with that well-known wisdom: I know that beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Bert Visscher it depends on what you mean presentable. For example it is legal and common in the service and retail industries for make up to be a dress code requirement for women. There is only one coffee house in my city that make up is not a requirement in the dress code for the female baristas. Most women that think make up is required for not job related reason is due to how people have talked about them in the street or in high school, especially if acne is still an issue.
Without makeup I look like a Zombie.
The thing is that ppl are so used to seeing women in makeup that those who don’t wear it are often perceived as lazy and unhygienic, which often negatively impacts their careers and social lives, not to mention the self-esteem issues that expectation creates.
For me it’s a personal preference. It’s a daily ritual for me to cover my acne scars/pigmentation with concealer and foundation, to set my oily face with powder, and to contour to “chisel” my face. I use a brow pomade to darken my brows and put false eyelashes on to feel pretty. I feel more focused on my work with a full face of makeup because I feel more confident.
Mary Webb I like zombies
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Tip #1 dont buy makeup
3 months mascara? they lasts 6 months.
I keep mine 6 months and have had no problems with pink eye from mascara. I use other products until they change color, smell or get used up.
Tip 0: Stop wearing make-up. Who cares what people think of how you look.
A lot of people wear makeup for them. Everything is not about others. When will people understand that??
There's something overexaggerated and fake about this voice over. It makes it less relatable.
I cut my makeup cost to $0 a year: I don't wear any. Ever. Problem solved. You're welcome.
Cut make-up expenses fully: GO NATURAL
Couldn't you save even more by just not wearing makeup?
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