A couple of weeks ago I was reading Lena's post 'How much is my face worth?'. This made me wonder in fact how much I spend on such a small portion of my skin and so here I am sharing my findings with you. One thing that is important to mention is that I purchase 90% of my makeup online and I'm never eligible for free shipping so that adds up to my total cost significantly. I didn't, though, include it because it would have been impossible for me to calculate it accurately. Ok, here we go!
Skincare (day) / Cuidado de la piel (día)
- Neutrogena Deep Clean cleanser with grapefruit (USD 5.44)
- Fiorela Oatmeal Hydrating gel (USD 9.87)
- Eucerin Sun Fluid SPF50 (USD 35.60)
Subtotal USD 50.91
Makeup / Maquillaje
- Maybelline Dream Matte Mouse in Classic Ivory (USD 8.99)
- NYX Concealer in a Jar 03 Light (USD 4.50)
- Palladio Rice Powder in Transluscent (USD 5.00)
- The Balm Blush in Frat Boy (USD 21)
- NYX Blush in Taupe (for contouring) (USD 5.00)
- NYX Mosaic in Highlight (USD 6.00)
- Maybelline Color Tattoo in Tough as Taupe (USD 6.99)
- The Balm Nude'tude palette (USD 36.00)
- MUG Gel Liner in Immortal (USD 7.99)
- Milani Liquif'eye pencil in Black (USD 7.80)
- NYX Faux Lashes mascara (USD 6.00)
- Nivea Lip Balm Sun SPF 30 (USD 5.46)
- Nivea Lip Balm in Cherry (USD 3.50)
- Real Techniques brushes: Core Set (USD 17.99) + Expert Face Brush (USD 8.99) + Multitask Brush (Travel Set ~ USD 17.99) + Eyeshading Brush (USD 5.99) + Starter Set (USD 17.99) (Total USD 68.95)
Subtotal USD 193.18
Skincare (night) / Cuidado de la piel (noche)
- LACA makeup remover cream with mallow (USD 10.18) *
- Miafiore scrub with porcelain (USD 7.45) *
- Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 face cleanser (USD 6.50) *
- Fiorela Hyaluron Expert serum (USD 10.22)
- Garnier Ultra Lift Night (USD 13.55)
- Fiorela Vitamin C concentrate (USD 9.52)
- Clinique All About Eyes (USD 10.80)
Subtotal USD 68.22
Total USD 312.31
To give you an idea of what that represents in my life, that amout equals to: almost 17 months of internet connection or 11 dates with the BF (movies+dinner+transportation) or 3 pairs of really trendy shoes or 16 basic sweaters or cardigans at Zara... I had no idea my face was worth this much! What about you, how much you reckon is your face worth?
* In order to thoroughly clean my face I use three different types of makeup removers: a cream, an exfoliant and a foam cleanser. I don't like wipes because they don't remove effectively all the makeup (waterproof mascara, long wearing foundation, etc), plus they're not enviromentally friendly : /
It's crazy how much it actually totals when added up! It really is expensive to be a beauty addict :) - Boho Vanity
ReplyDeleteI haven't dared to do this tag because I'm scared the total might be around $300 as well. I think we can find solace in the thought that most of these products will last over a year. xx
ReplyDeleteThanks for your sweet comment in my Blog. I understand your problem about to purchase makeup or akinscare product just online. That is a problem because the shipping is an extra money. Well is really interesting to know the products that you usually use on your face and that is so true I spent a really big amount of money just on my face. More mone than I use for purchase clothes or another stuff.
ReplyDeleteWell sweatie I´m following you in Twiiter to you´re so lovely an cute!
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I adore these Nivea lip balms :)
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Yeah, I know, right? It's really frustrating not finding something locally and having to purchase it online can get extremely expensive!!! At least you know how I feel Smriti ^^ Thanks for stopping by and I'm glad you enjoyed reading the tag xx
ReplyDeleteI don't think that's too bad of a total considering how many products you included! Plus I'd rather have everything you've shown here than 16 Zara sweaters ;)
ReplyDeleteHaha yeah... I keep telling myself that, but when I realized I spend more money on beauty than clothes during the year, I felt not so good : / I also keep telling myself that I will go on a spend ban and so many great things keep poping up so it's hard keeping that promise T.T You get it, we're all on the same boat, no?
ReplyDeleteWe should not allow life to shortchange us. I know this are all worth it for your face. Even more.New follower here, dear!♡,Riza of Pour L' Instant
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by Riza ^^ I visit you soon too xx
ReplyDeleteMy face is worth way too much to even blog about, it's embarrassing!
ReplyDeleteHaha Most bloggers don't want to do the math LOL I was a bit blue for a couple of days, but hey, it's nice to look nice, no? That's what I keep telling myself *merp
ReplyDeleteHaha! Cool post! I'm scared to look at how much mine is worth!
ReplyDeleteI know! When I started doing the math I was terrified!
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