Woot! Woot! Not too long ago I asked a question that was on my mind and I am now in the process of learning the answer. I will share what I have found so far so it is all documented and referred back to at anytime. My question is: what is the difference between drugstore and high end makeup?
ANSWER: High end makeup is less likely to irritate your skin and cause redness. Also, high end make up lasts longer due to their long wearing formulas. However, drugstores do carry long wearing options as well so I already know my next question right now. Highend powders and eye shadows are of a finer blend so they are not chalky and look more natural. It has to do with the milling process being used and because the powder will be finer it also sits,on the skin better and lasts longer. What it boils down to is the types of ingredients used and the concentration of the ingredient. Drugstore brands contain less SPF, lipids, and retinal. The concentration of pigments is more in high end makeup resulting in longer lasting and more vibrant colors. Ok, this is a lot of good information.
Lets take a look at foundation. It is the silicone ingredient in the make up that makes it last longer. There is a higher concentration of dimethicone in higher end foundation even if the products both boast to be long wearing. The expensive brand name foundation will last longer as dimethicone provides a smoother and longer wear. On the other hand if we look at lip gloss or mascara, nearly the same formula is used for both types. Cheap eyeshadow and blush contain less pigment.
So basically to sum it up, some items it’s ok to spend thrifty and others you may justify your splurge. Don’t feel guilty spending all that $ on your foundation or powder. It’s worth it and BTW you just saved a bunch on your lip gloss and mascara. BTW, YOU are worth it!
Thanks for reading and I will follow up soon. Please let me know your thoughts and comments. As always, I would love to hear from you.
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