Budget v Luxury brands

Now that Christmas is over you can hopefully treat yourself to a wee something in the January sales!

Some of your luxury brands never have a sale though e.g. Chanel. Its a high end brand which means they just don't have too. So even although it’s January sale time, they won’t be taking part.

However, there are other options now, in-fact make up has never been so affordable.

It may not have the luxury label but does it do the same job?

I really believe that it does. In-fact a lot of brands come from the same factory. I suppose it boils down to what’s important to you, the label or the product itself.

Being a professional make up artist, I always want the product and don’t care about the label so long as the product delivers. However, occasionally I’m drawn in by the packaging. I was very lucky to have been given a pressie of an eye shadow palette by Victoria Beckam for Estee Lauder. I have similar colours already but I fell in love with the black leather case with gold trim. I really just enjoy taking it out of my bag more than actually using it.

Primark have also launched a make up line which is actually fantastic. It’s got everything from skin care, make up, lashes, strobing products, nails and cases. The best part is, the prices start at £1. Shadow palettes are from £4. I couldn’t believe it and when i had a try I realised the quality is very very good. Their highlighters especially are fab.

This brand allows young girls to be able to experiment with colour without having to spend much at all. You could fill your make up bag with the essentials for half the price of one high end/luxury item.

There are also great products in Top Shop, New Look and Super Drug. I’m a huge fan of the Real Techniques brushes and recommend them during my lessons.

Happy shopping everyone.

Love Laura x