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In recent years more and more beauty loyalty cards have sprung up, and unless you’re carrying around a wallet the size of a small country – chances are that you’re not going to be able to fit them all in. The Ts & Cs for all of these cards are hidden in the depths of... / READ MORE /

28/08/2020

Featured, Freebies, Guides

How to get free makeup as a product tester

My last post about testing products for Boots was so popular, I thought I’d share a couple of other beauty testing programmes I’ve recently discovered. You don’t need to be a beauty blogger like me to get free makeup and skincare in return for an honest review! It’s as simple as it sounds, companies send... / READ MORE /

05/06/2019

Freebies

Free My Clarins sample pack

Get a free pack of samples that includes little tubes (not sachets) of the new My Clarins Vegan skincare range. To get yours click here. The set includes: Re-charge relaxing sleep mask Re-boost refreshing hydrating cream Re-move purifying gel cleanser Clarins Double Serum Request now before they run out! Bronni HughesHey! I’m Bronni and I’m... / READ MORE /

09/05/2019

Featured, Freebies, Guides

Get free beauty products by recycling

We’re all aware that recycling is a good thing, right? However, sometimes it can feel like too much effort to be worth doing, but what if we told you there are free products up for grabs if you can be bothered to keep hold of your empty packaging? MAC The biggest (and most famous) makeup... / READ MORE /

11/07/2018

Featured, Guides, Reviews

Is used makeup safe? Glambot products tested for bacteria + 20% off!

We live in an age where we are bombarded with new makeup every week, and unless you’re a billionaire chances are there’s a huge number of products you’ll never get. This is where used makeup come in to save the day! We're looking at Glambot, a used makeup retailer, and the sanitation of their products. / READ MORE /

phase zero lipsticks unboxed and eye shadows

26/03/2018

Featured, Reviews

High end or bust?! Phase Zero reviewed

Two weeks ago I wrote about Love Me Beauty's new range - Phase Zero. Now it's time for a review. They claim to be high-end quality, comparable to the most luxurious of brands, but are sold at "factory prices" for their members. We'll be the judge of that! / READ MORE /

12/03/2018

Discounts

Phase Zero x LMB, a new, better way to buy makeup? You decide.

Love Me Beauty have ditched the credit based system! They’ve collaborated with a new luxury brand, Phase Zero, to take over the world. Phase Zero is described as rivalling some of the most expensive beauty brands, but sold to lucky members at huge discounts of up to 85%. Is it worth it? / READ MORE /

25/01/2018

Featured, Reviews

Freedom #ProArtist refillables reviewed! – The best, cheap AF eye shadows?

I reviewed Freedom's super budget friendly makeup for two months. Some of it is totally amazing. Some is so-so. Want to know which is which and see some cute swatches? Read on! Nothing in the article costs more than £4! / READ MORE /

Aldi liz earle dupe cheap cleanse and polish

01/01/2018

Featured, Reviews

A £3.99 vegan Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish dupe?

I’m a big fan of Liz Earle’s classic cleanser – it easily removes makeup, the packaging is great, I love the smell. It’s almost perfect… However, sometimes I wince a bit at paying £14.50 for only 100ml of product. You all know how much I enjoy testing out dupes for you, and when I heard Aldi... / READ MORE /

18/11/2017

Featured, Guides

How to make a DIY beauty Advent calendar

One of the things Beauty Markdown is most well-known for is our big annual Advent calendar comparison post. However, shop bought beauty Advent calendars aren’t for everyone; they can be quite expensive, and some of us don’t need or want lots of tiny little samples of loads of different products. We’ve written in the past... / READ MORE /

28/07/2017

Featured, Guides

Primark Christmas preview – inc. Advent calendar & new skincare

Yesterday I was lucky enough to be invited to the Primark Christmas show for 2017… and yes, I know it’s July! There were quite a few beauty products on display, including some that you’re probably going to be quite excited by. I’ve split this into two halves, makeup and skincare, so it should be easy... / READ MORE /

01/01/2017

Featured, Guides

New Year’s beauty resolutions for 2017

To start 2017, we’re not going to tell you what trends to leave in 2016, so knock yourself out trying fake freckles, soap brows and highlighting your cheekbones until they gleam like the sun. Makeup is supposed to be fun, and we’re always going to be a bit embarrassed by old pictures, no matter what... / READ MORE /

27/12/2016

Discounts, Featured

Boxing Day sales 2016 roundup

Not bored of shopping yet? Well, you’re in luck, as the Boxing Day/January sales have just kicked off, and you can score some serious bargains if you’re smart enough. Now is the time to stock up on gifts for Valentine’s, Mother’s Day and early 2017 birthdays while everything is half price. Beauty and body care... / READ MORE /