Let's start a new group: Drugstore Beauty Lovers

Squirrel Lover · ‎03-10-2010

On another thread entitled "what did you use up this week?" I commented that I am interested in focusing on moving away from high-end cosmetics and beauty products because I read financial planning articles that it is wise to start budgeting and downsizing your budget as you are getting ready to retire. My husband and I are on track to retire in three to five years, depending on how long he wants to stay in his high-stress job.

I am a high-end beauty snob. I always equated the price of a beauty product with its quality and efficaciousness; however, I have been reading many beauty blogs and articles on drugstore beauty including the quality, efficaciousness, performance, and how they feel compared to high-end beauty brands. There is so much information out there! I have found dozens of Dupes (duplicates) of many high-end beauty products out there at a fraction of the cost. I have discovered youtube as a resource as well and it has been invaluable.

I received several likes on this topic. Several women here feel the same way. So, I propose we start a monthly thread about drugstore beauty and how we are going to make the switch. I would like to name the thread something fun. If this appeals to you please comment below on what we can call this monthly thread. I am not creative so I am hoping that one of you will provide the best name. All I can think of is Drugstore Divas or Drugstore Beauty News.

panda1234 · ‎04-27-2015

@Squirrel Lover I am interested and think Drugstore Diva is a cute name. I will also contribute my drugstore find, E.L.F. cosmetics. They are highly pigmented and Very low in cost. They run specials online for free shipping with a $25 purchase but it is hard to get to $25.

LuvmyLab · ‎06-07-2010

I like the idea for the group! How about Drugstore Devotees? What ever you name it, I'll be checking in. I have always tried to find drugstore dups for my makeup. Some things, like primer, I do go more expensive on but that's because I like a particular brand. I'm all for saving money.

monicakm · ‎03-16-2010

@Squirrel Lover

I like your names! I know I should be buying less spendy beauty products but there IS a difference. Just no doubt in my mind. But, I will most definitely be reading the posts Would love to find a dupe for Tatcha Rice Wash and her Rice Polish. A drugstore dupe for snail snot. A drugstore dupe for all things Glow Recipe. Setting sprays and foundation...maybe. Blush, most likely. I buy my lashes from WM. Highlighter, probably. Lipgloss...I can't. I can't give up my Too Faced Rich and Dazzling glosses. Interesting concept! I'm in

monicakm · ‎03-16-2010

@LuvmyLab

What brand of primer do you use? I've been using Hourglass but have decided to find something less expensive when I run out of my current bottle.

PamfromCT · ‎05-22-2014

@Squirrel Lover, I think this is a great idea! Even if there is no good dupe for a certain more exotic item, there are likely many drugstore items of high quality that are reasonably priced.

Sometimes it’s a matter of having to save money, and sometimes it’s a matter of wanting to make the most of the money you have.

Caffeina · ‎03-09-2010

Sounds like a great idea! I'll try to help with ideas for a name, but I'm not very creative either. The first thing that came to mind was Low End Beauty Lovers, but low end sounds almost like not nice. I honestly don't remember the last time I bought a beauty product in a drugstore. I usually buy from Walmart, Target, Marshall's, TJ Maxx, Dollar General... Friday I bought a Lacura foamng cleanser in Aldi. If the name does end up with Drugstore in it, that's fine with me. I think we all know what it includes.

JeanLouiseFinch · ‎10-03-2011

@Squirrel Lover wrote:
On another thread entitled "what did you use up this week?" I commented that I am interested in focusing on moving away from high-end cosmetics and beauty products because I read financial planning articles that it is wise to start budgeting and downsizing your budget as you are getting ready to retire. My husband and I are on track to retire in three to five years, depending on how long he wants to stay in his high-stress job.

I am a high-end beauty snob. I always equated the price of a beauty product with its quality and efficaciousness; however, I have been reading many beauty blogs and articles on drugstore beauty including the quality, efficaciousness, performance, and how they feel compared to high-end beauty brands. There is so much information out there! I have found dozens of Dupes (duplicates) of many high-end beauty products out there at a fraction of the cost. I have discovered youtube as a resource as well and it has been invaluable.

I received several likes on this topic. Several women here feel the same way. So, I propose we start a monthly thread about drugstore beauty and how we are going to make the switch. I would like to name the thread something fun. If this appeals to you please comment below on what we can call this monthly thread. I am not creative so I am hoping that one of you will provide the best name. All I can think of is Drugstore Divas or Drugstore Beauty News.

@Squirrel Lover I am in the same boat. Income will be reduced upon DH’s retirement. I have so much “stuff” that I’ve cancelled or pushed AD’s way out. I’ve set my intentions to shop my stash until I use up what I already have and only repurchase specific staples as needed. I’m experimenting with a simple, basic routine with lower priced yet effective topicals. Maybe not technically drugstore bought yetdrugstore type prices and ordered from amazon. Count me in! 👍