How to Find Makeup Kits
Trying to put together your own makeup kit can be confusing and expensive. Even choosing the right makeup brushes -- from a kabuki brush, to eye shadow brush ' can be daunting to the average shopper given the sheer variety of brushes. Fortunately, there are many companies that sell pre-assembled makeup kits in a variety of styles with makeup brush sets and prices to suit most budgets. Some even include brushes that require less cleaning because they are anti-bacterial. Most kits include a variety of makeup types and colors. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Look in the cosmetic sections of local discount chain stores, such as Walmart, Target, Kmart, and drug stores, such as CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid, for the most inexpensive and easily accessible makeup kits. These will be more applicable for casual wear and younger skins in general, and you probably won't find a wide variety. If you have special skin-care needs or want a more professional look, you may need to look elsewhere and be willing to pay a bit more.
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Check with the cosmetics counters at finer department stores, such as Macy's and Bloomingdale's. These stores tend to carry the top-of-the-line makeup kits from the trendiest companies in the latest fashions, but you'll definitely pay extra for these products. On the flip side, many of these cosmetic counters provide free makeovers, tips and seminars on how to apply makeup, and even provide free samples for you to try, something discount stores don't do.
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Check online with aggregate beauty-supply websites, such as the Home Shopping Network, Sephora, Glimpse and Ulta, where you can usually find several types of kits, from mini-size to complete professional collections (see Resources).
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Check individual cosmetic website companies, such as bareMinerals, Eyes Lips Face or Bobbi Brown.
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Make your own kit. You can purchase individual components and assemble your own kit, depending on your individual needs. Most stores have plain makeup cases and individual items, such as creams, foundations, blushes, eye color, mascara, brushes and other tools, that you can mix and match.
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Tips & Warnings
Look for travel-size kits that are cheaper and have smaller containers. Check for free samples of individual products or special offers or coupons. Subscribe to cosmetic review sites, such as Cosmetics Cop, where you can get objective information before trying a new product or line of products.
Look for a money-back guarantee and any other terms and conditions for products. If you experience an allergic reaction, stop using the products immediately and contact your doctor. You can also check with the company about refunds.
