Save vs. Splurge: What Beauty Products Are Worth The Money?

Any true beauty maven will agree that stepping into the makeup aisle incites the same giddy emotions as a kid in a candy store -except, the receipt is probably going to have a few extra zeros! Even just looking at the lines of lipsticks, sparkly eye shadow pigments and spritzing fragrance will send your bank account into overdraft. While all luxury beauty brands have their benefits, sometimes you need to save dollars where it counts so you can splurge on luxury beauty products.

Do I really need to spend $60 on a mascara? Can I actually get a good enough foundation from the supermarket?

If you need to streamline your spending, some luxe products might not be worth your hard-earned money. Even makeup artists and supermodels use affordable beauty products over luxe. From makeup to hair care, beauty editors weigh in on what’s worth saving on and what’s worth the splurge. Check out their thoughts in the video above.

Products mentioned:

Essano Clear Complexion Mist Toner - you can pick up super affordable spray toners from any supermarket or pharmacy.

Jo Malone Pomegranate Noir Cologne - don't stress if it's out of your price range, check out our fragrance editor's top picks for cheap perfumes that smell amazing.

Nivea Cocoa & Indulging Body Lotion - seriously though, even Rosie Huntington-Whiteley loves this supermarket body lotion.

RevitaLash Advanced Eyelash Conditioner - be careful cutting costs when it comes to anything near your eyes.

L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara - this mascara is an absolute must for bh's Sarah Simpson.

Elizabeth Arden Retinol Ceramide Capsules Line Erasing Night Serum - don't skimp when it comes to retinol

YSL Fusion Ink Cushion Foundation - it's perfect for touch-ups on-the-go too.

Batiste Dry Shampoo - bh's editor claims it's the one product she actually buys

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What's beauty product do you recommend saving vs. splurging on?

5 Member Comments

daltondog 10 Sep 2019 1:35 PM

I don't skimp on quality shampoos and conditioners, I have bleached blonde hair and find that the salon shampoos are better for my hair and don't strip the colour. I will skimp on mascaras and eye shadows though.

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Meedee 25 Aug 2019 1:02 PM

I like quality shampoos and conditioners as i find that you use less and they last twice as long as cheap haircare. Also agree that quality perfumes are awesome and so worth it.

Eye shadows are things im happy to save on. Rimmel have some great shades and they are not that expensive.

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duality 22 Jun 2019 3:54 PM

I think if you are going to use it for a long time, like a tool then quality usually equals price. For things that stay on the face for a short time like a cleanser then I'm not so fussy. It's all about the ingredients for me and time and research has taught me that it's not always best value just because it's expensive or cheap!

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Yohanna 29 May 2019 3:07 PM

I save on things that are way better than pricey one in quality, skincare wise. Example: the ordinary serums with high potency of actives beat any that are insanely priced and contain nothing but empty irritating fillers. But marketing makes them look 'amazing' and at times packaging.

I splurge on makeup, as I wear it on occasions only and the items last me very long time. Plus love pretty packaging

Tools: splurge. As they last me years on....

Hair: depends on quality...at times cheaper items were waaay better than well priced haircare.