Ever wondered why makeup and beauty products are so expensive that you have to spend a lot on just one foundation? Makeup products can be so pricey that you'll be surprised what a simple makeup kit costs.
Personally, if I sit down, to sum up, the cost of each makeup item in my personal kit, I'm sure it'd be able to pay my rent lol. I enjoy doing my makeup often and along the way, I've learned some tips and hacks that can help you achieve a full glam without having to buy every single makeup item and I'll be sharing them with you. Sounds great right?
Let's begin.
AFFORDABLE MAKEUP BOX: Here Are 6 On-A-Budget Tips
1. USE YOUR LIQUID LIPSTICK AS AN EYESHADOW BASE
Whenever you want to achieve a very bold eyeshadow look or let's say smokey-eyes (not necessarily black smokey), grab one of your liquid lipsticks that matches the lid color and apply with a synthetic eyeshadow brush. You can then go ahead to set it with a matching eyeshadow color.
2. GET YOUR HIGHLIGHTER FROM AN EYESHADOW PALETTE
Every basic eyeshadow palette has one or more shimmery golden shades so instead of going to spend extra money on getting an overly priced highlighter, pick one of those colours in your eyeshadow palette that matches your undertone for that blinding glow that you desire.
3. USE YOUR EYESHADOW OR LIPSTICK AS BLUSH
I'm sure you have a peachy or pinkish eyeshadow colour in your eyeshadow palette; why not use it to get those rosy cheeks everyone wants, or better still, you can use your cream lipstick. That's right, grab a rosy shade, apply some on the tips of your fingers and apply to your cheeks in patting motions until it's properly blended. Just make sure you set it lightly with a setting powder.
4. LINE YOUR LIPS WITH A DARK FOUNDATION OR YOUR CREAM CONTOUR PRODUCT
Not everyone can afford to buy MAC’s lip liners to achieve a full pout. You can actually line your lips with a darker foundation shade or concealer shade. Try it and let me know what you think.
5. USE YOUR MASCARA AS AN EYE-LINER
You read that right, you can achieve that wing-liner with your mascara. Get a tiny brush, get some of your mascara on the tips and use that to line your eyes. I discovered this when I ran out of eyeliner once, and it worked.
6. USE YOUR CONCEALER AS A NUDE LIPSTICK
Try using your concealer as a lipstick to achieve nude lips. The concealer you use in highlighting can save you on days when you can’t find that favorite nude lipstick. Trust me it works like magic, just make sure to moisturize your lips to avoid cracking.
BONUS TIP: Having finished applying your makeup and you don't have a setting spray or finishing spray (not compulsory in my opinion) you can use rosewater if you have one. Just transfer to a fancy spray bottle and spritz some on your face to refresh the makeup; think of it as skincare infused makeup. I've tried it before so I know it works.
Ok!!! We have come to the end of this ‘tips and tricks’ session, I know you're thinking of which of the tips you'll try next time you sit in front of your mirror lol. Till I come again with more beauty tips, see y'all next time.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
I am a beauty blogger in Nigeria and a makeup artist based in Dubai, UAE. I am also a YouTuber and an all-in-all content creator. Let's just say I am an ordinary person with an extraordinary interest in delivering my fresh takes on beauty and current makeup trends via my blog, Youtube, Instagram, Twitter, and many more.
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