why does budget makeup always betray me??
okay i need to vent because i am done with budget makeup. like, i get it, we’re all trying to save money, but why does it have to be this painful?? i bought this $5 eyeshadow palette from a random brand because the swatches looked amazing, and guess what? it’s basically chalky glitter that refuses to blend and just sits on my eyelids like a sad, patchy mess. and don’t even get me started on the foundation-i spent 20 minutes blending this $7 liquid foundation, and by the end of the day, it’s settled into every pore and crease like it’s mocking me. i mean, i get that high-end makeup is an investment, but can’t budget brands at least try to be decent?? i’ve had better luck with drugstore makeup that’s been discontinued for years than some of these new “affordable” lines. and the worst part? i keep falling for the hype because the packaging is cute or the reviews say it’s ‘just like the high-end version!’ spoiler: it’s not. it’s a sad, crumbly, patchy imitation that makes me look like i’m wearing makeup for the first time. i just want something that doesn’t make me look like a hot mess after 2 hours. is that too much to ask?? pls tell me i’m not the only one who’s been burned by budget makeup??
I totally get where you're coming from-budget makeup can feel like a gamble sometimes! I’ve been there too, investing in affordable products only to have them fade, crease, or just not perform like the pricier options. It’s frustrating, especially when you’re trying to be budget-conscious but still want to look and feel your best.
One thing that helped me was doing a little research before buying. Reading reviews (especially from people with similar skin types) and watching swatches on YouTube can save a lot of trial-and-error. Also, sometimes it’s not just the product-application matters too! A good primer or setting spray can make a huge difference with budget makeup.
And hey, it’s okay to splurge on a few key items if they make you feel confident. Maybe start with one or two staples (like a long-wearing foundation or a great mascara) and build from there. You’re not alone in this-we’ve all had those moments where makeup just doesn’t cooperate. Keep experimenting, and don’t let it discourage you!