Things to keep in mind before you splurge on your beauty products

Women love beauty and that means indulging in all things beauty, but are it always worth the price? Yes and no. The most exciting thing about beauty is the experiment; you have the capability to see what works for you. This is where the money comes into play, and sometimes commercial products just don't cut it.

Jaya, beauty expert at Greyon Cosmetics LLP says, "We know it's Christmas time, and you can't hold back when the world's best offers are knocking at your digital screens. But, wait! Consider these few steps to invest in your favorite beauty products before going all out and purchasing them."

Seal before deal

This is truly a no-brainer. But in the excitement of getting your product, you might easily end up overlooking this step. Make sure all your products have a proper company seal on them to ensure they're authentic and haven't been used before.

Expiration date

Check the expiration date of your products, especially the skincare ones. Beyond the expiration date, the product can either lose its potency or get spoilt altogether. It can even get infected with bacteria and cause serious damage to your skin. The expiration date is usually mentioned on the seal or the label.

Know your skin type

Whether dry, oily, having blackhead, having whitehead, or any other permutation and combination of these, knowing your skin type is absolutely crucial for you to make an informed decision about what to buy. From skincare products like face creams, serums, and SPF lotions, to makeup options such as foundations in different consistencies, you have to know your skin type to choose the best products that will give you optimum results.

Try before you buy

If possible, try and get as many samples as possible, either through promotional offers or by visiting the store (with safety precautions). Do a patch test on the back of your palm or wrist before you slather the product on your face.

It will help you to ensure that You're not allergic or the product doesn't cause any discoloration.

Read about the ingredient

If you're seriously looking to improve your skin quality, or if you're allergic to certain ingredients, researching and reading the labels can help prevent many a disaster. Certain acids may be too strong for your skin, while certain oils can be too saturated. It's best to know your products inside-out to ace your beauty game.

High cost, low satisfaction

Just because something is expensive, it doesn't imply that it's best suited for you. For example, an affordable toner like rose water might benefit your skin more than an expensive one. When buying a product, leave it to your skin to make all the decisions.

Don't blindly follow a trend

So, your favorite brand is out with a new innovative product that you must have. Hold on and ask yourself, 'do you really need it?' Sometimes we tend to over-do our skincare routines because of the overpowering solutions to challenges that brands claim to address. Makeup trends often nudge us to buy obnoxious products that we never really use. So, before you empty your wallet, think, and sleep over it. And then, if you really need that new miracle eyelash separator, go ahead, no-one's judging!