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Beauty on a Budget: 7 Timeless Tips to Save 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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