Beauty products that are worth the splurge
Beauty products are pricey specifically if you follow a skincare or makeup routine.
Still, there are products that can justify the high price tag. Mostly because of its quality and its function on the skin.
Mae Layug, a Filipina beauty vlogger explains what makes a product stand out among others.
In an exclusive interview with GMANetwork.com, Mae said that through numerous product testing from different brands she found a few gems from international and local brands that are worth splurging on.
Black Rouge Airfit Velvet (Php 720)
For fans of Korean makeup look, Mae suggests Black Rouge Airfit Velvet. She said, “The shade V6 is my HG (holy grail) lip velvet. It is a Korean brand and the pigmentation and formula are really great for that gradient lip look.”
Mae added that she loves the flexibility of the product. “You can also use this on your cheeks as blush. For a lip velvet, I find it expensive for the price of ₱720 but you'll really get what you paid for.”
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Superface Zoom in Mesh cushion (Php 1520)
Superface Zoom in Mesh cushion is a viral product among the beauty aficionados and Mae discussed how it won the hearts of makeup lovers.
She said, “I am always about that base. I have acne-prone skin with lots of scars and for the lightweight base with full yet natural-looking coverage, the Superface Zoom in Mesh cushion in 02 natural is my holy grail makeup base. From the packaging to the oil control, definitely, it's a thumbs up.”
Ellana Minerals Makeup Blur primer (Php 799)
For primer, Mae chose a local brand that delivers amazing results.
“Ellana Minerals Makeup Blur primer is my HG (holy grail) primer. It is a local brand and if you have large pores, this primer will help you fill it for a smoother makeup base application.”
Jeffree Star Velour Liquid lipstick (Php 1300)
Mae disclosed that she loves Jeffree Star's lip line. Jeffree is an American beauty guru that created his own makeup brand.
She said,” Jeffree Star Velour Liquid lipstick is one of the most amazing, non-drying, pigmented liquid matte lipstick out there. The color payoff is amazing and you get 5.6ml of lip product.”
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Sigma Beauty brushes (Php 2000+)
For a beauty tool, Mae chose Sigma Beauty's brushes for the result it gives when applying makeup.
“Sigma Beauty has the best brushes in town. They're cruelty-free, very sturdy, with 2-year warranty, and made with synthetic antibacterial fibers. The sigma F80 flat kabuki brush for a foundation is my HG. It retails for ₱2000+”
Beauty products are worth the splurge especially if you find one that works perfectly. So do your research to find some goods that will be worthy of your hard-earned money!