Monday, October 12, 2015

Drug Store Cosmetics Vs. High End Cosmetics

Due to the wide use of makeup in fashion industries, makeup is becoming more and more popular these days. There are makeup artists on Instgram and on YouTube who do videos and show us the amazing results makeup can give. Some girls and boys use makeup because they think it is fun to use and it is like an art for some people; however some people use to cover up any acne and scars. Even though it is important to embrace your natural beauty and be happy in your own skin, some people use makeup just as to define their features more. Makeup can be pretty and all, but some makeup products can be really expensive and hard to afford for mostly young teenagers. These high end cosmetics are used by makeup artists and celebrities who usually get them for free. On the other hand drug store makeup that is underestimated by some people, can give the same results as high end cosmetics.
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            High end cosmetics like Chanel, Tarte, Gerard and Mac are some of the high end makeup companies used by celebrities and other famous and rich makeup artists. These makeup companies have products that usually range from about hundreds to thousands of dollars. For example one Chanel lip gloss can cost you about forty dollars and one highlighter or foundation from mac can add up to hundred or two hundred dollars. Usually these high end cosmetics are displayed in really good packages and in big stores and malls which makes it very eye catching. In addition, these high end makeup companies hire famous celebrities to make their ads.  Recently, Estée Lauder displayed famous model, Kendal Jenner, as the new face for their new collection.
            Drug store cosmetics are makeups that are found in any store and are much affordable to buy. Not all people who love makeup can afford high end cosmetics however they can achieve the same look using drug store dupes. Being a high school or college student, it can be difficult to spend so much money on makeup and stay in your budget, so it is important to find something you love in your budget limit. Bh cosmetics is one of the makeup companies that makes beautiful and pigmented makeups that give a beautiful finish just like high end cosmetics. One beautiful eye shadow palette that comes in about 24 colors can be bought for only ten dollars. Another great and affordable brand for cheaper makeup is elf. Elf cosmetics sell a wide variety of makeup and dupes for expensive cosmetics. Even though these products are much cheaper, they do not give you a chalky and faded look. If the right products are used, then you can get a smooth, glammed and pigmented finish.

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Using drug store cosmetics is a great way for people who are in budget to buy beautiful makeup without stressing over the price of the product. Due to the rising popularity of drugstore makeup, more and more companies are starting to make cheaper cosmetics with great finishing.

9 comments:

  1. Zohal, what an informative post this is. As you've probably noticed, I'm not much of a make-up user myself, but I do recognize that this is a huge industry and highly influential for many people. It is nice that you are raising awareness of the fact that it is not necessary to spend large amounts of money to achieve one's desired effects with make-up. I do remember the one time I paid careful attention to cosmetics was for my wedding. My sister-in-law (who is also a make-up artist) took me shopping at the mall for Mac products. I couldn't believe how expensive they were! Now I'm wondering if we might have gotten something just as good for a lesser price at the local drug store.

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  2. wow amazing Zohal, most of the times people think ohhh MAC has the best products!!!!! and they justify the price. In my case I always use less expensive products and think they are good as well. Thank you.

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  3. Zohal very interesting information. I don't use much cosmetic, but if I need to buy now I know where I can buy more cheap.

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  4. Hi Zohal, Your topic gave me more information. I also don't know much cosmetic, but I need to understand about that and share with some else. Thanks Zohal!

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  5. Thank you for those good information, Zohal. I thought drug store cosmetics are not as good as high end cosmetics. Next time, I am not hesitating to go to drug store cosmetics.

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  6. Wow! A lot information in your post Zohal. I don't like cosmetics, too much. Also, my mom love it. I will share your information with her.

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  7. Great ideas and a lot of sense on your topic. so now i know what to get my sister for birthday present. i appreciated your blog.

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  8. Your essay was very helpful and informative for me, I didn't know that make up industry was so influential in our world, thanks for the information

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