10 KEY MISTAKES TO AVOID WHILE BUYING MAKEUP PRODUCTS

10 KEY MISTAKES TO AVOID WHILE BUYING MAKEUP PRODUCTS

 

We are all guilty of purchasing a range of the best makeup products that eventually end up taking up the shelf space. That is why we have compiled a complete list of mistakes we make when shopping for makeup products and tips to avoid them.

Thinking that your skin does not change

Based on the season, skin needs different texture and shades of makeup. During summer, we generally have a dark skin tone; therefore, it’s imperative to go one or two shades darker. During winter, it’s essential to choose a lighter foundation along with the one that has great moisturizing properties.

 

Smelling perfumes for a few seconds only

A fast whiff isn’t long enough to tell you how it’ll smell on you. It’s always better to allow the spray to set on your body for some minutes and then choose whether it is the correct perfume for you.

 

Testing powder and foundation in artificial light

Rather than relying on artificial light in makeup store, ensure you check out how the makeup appears on your skin tone in natural light prior to making the purchase decision. If you do not test your makeup in the natural light, then you risk the possibility of purchasing a color which doesn’t work well for your skin.

 

Making hasty decision when buying lipsticks

Taking the decision to purchase a lipstick must depend beyond the colors. Try a lipstick and walk around to find out how it reacts on your own lips. Does it smell strange? Does it lift?  Is it dry?

 

Testing makeup on hand

Testing a makeup product on your hand’s back is good for verifying the facts like texture and hydration, but not to test about how it’ll look on your own face. Color of your arms and wrists will never match with your face tone.

 

Buying a makeup product in largest size or beauty kit with many products

While buying the largest bottle can definitely save you money, you will use it all rarely and thus spend more money than what you’ve to. Unless you surely know that it is a tried and tested product you like, it’s best to opt for standard size only until you decide on whether you love it or not.

 

Not reading list of ingredients of the product

While the ingredients list on the package can be difficult to understand and long, it is better to check out the ingredients it has before buying a product in order to avoid purchasing a product that has ingredients that are injurious to your skin. It is especially imperative when choosing skin care and anti-aging products.

 

Not taking the online reviews into consideration.

It’s always imperative to read the experience of other customers so that you make out if it actually works before buying. This is especially essential when buying a costly product.

 

Not making list of products you have already.

The next time, when you go to purchase best makeup products, make lists of the makeup products you own already to avoid buying extra or unnecessary items.

 

Letting the store professionals guide you.

Let us be honest, their key aim is to sell out more, therefore if you are sure that a product isn’t good for you, do not feel pressured to purchase the item they suggest. If you know that you are not going to utilize that wrinkle cream that the makeup store representatives recommend, don’t purchase it. Go with your own instincts always.