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This month I'm conducting the most expensive test we at Beauty Markdown have ever attempted. I am going to be using exclusively Liz Earle skincare products for 28 days and document the difference to my skin. I will be posting every week with updates, and I will review the products as I go. / READ MORE /

10/06/2017

Discounts, Featured

Where to buy e.l.f in store at Superdrug (full list)

e.l.f has been a favourite amongst YouTubers and bloggers for years, not only is the whole line (including brushes) vegan and cruelty free, it’s also a total bargain and has some incredible formulas. However, for a while now, the only way you’ve been able to buy e.l.f makeup in the UK and Ireland has been... / READ MORE /

01/06/2017

Featured, Freebies, Guides

Boots product testing – get free makeup and skincare

Fancy getting free makeup and skincare in the post? In return for trying out a product and filling in a short survey, Boots will send you something from one of their own brands – it’s not just No7 and 17 that are owned by Boots, they also own Soap & Glory, Sanctuary, Sleek, Liz Earle,... / READ MORE /

23/04/2017

Guides

Cool beauty stuff – 23rd of April edition

Hey! Welcome to a new series of posts on Beauty Markdown – cool beauty stuff. If the name isn’t self explanatory enough, it’s just going to be a (hopefully) weekly round up of all the cool stuff other people have been doing in the world of beauty. Think of it like a weekly favourites, but... / READ MORE /

09/03/2017

Featured, Reviews

A £12.99 Clarisonic from ALDI?!?!

Something new for you all today – a review of a brand new beauty gadget, at a bargain price of course! And yep, you read it right, Aldi has brought out their own version of the Clarisonic. We got a sneak peek: What do you get for your money? Here are the facts, the Visage... / 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 /

30/12/2016

Featured, Reviews

2016 high street makeup favourites

As we’re getting to the end of the year (!!!) I thought I’d do a round up of my best high street/drugstore makeup buys of 2016. All the products on this list are under £10, so they won’t break the bank if you fancy giving them a try. I’ll work from left to right in... / 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 /

13/11/2016

Featured, Guides

The secret formula for getting the most Soap & Glory for your money

On Friday I went through the gift bags of Beauty Bay, calculating which of the bags gave a huge discount, and which were barely any cheaper than buying the items individually. Now it’s Soap & Glory’s turn. Gift sets are great, and presented so nicely, but you never really seem to use every single thing included – or... / READ MORE /

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11/11/2016

Featured, Freebies

Get 5 free samples a month with Feelunique’s Pick n Mix

Feelunique’s Pick and Mix Visit this beauty and fragrance “candy-land” where you get to pick up to FIVE fun samples from our ever-growing vault of 100’s of different products! The samples you choose are free. The £3.95 shipping and handling fee is 100% redeemable against any future purchase with us! – feelunique.com With almost 400... / READ MORE /

06/11/2016

Discounts, Featured

TK Maxx beauty: November 2016

Our post back in September went down really well, so we decided to head back to TK Maxx to check out what’s in store at the moment. This is actually a different TK Maxx to the one we visited last time – and what’ll be in your local store may vary. Too Faced We spotted... / READ MORE /

24/10/2016

Reviews

My autumn bedside table skincare essentials

We’ve all read a thousand articles and blog posts about how to care for your winter-ravaged face, but what about your lips and (finger) tips? I find that most moisturisers will help keep your skin from being totally destroyed by the cold, but a lot of hand/lip products can actually exacerbate any issues you’re having, instead... / READ MORE /

19/10/2016

Freebies

10,000 views beauty giveaway

We’ve just hit 10,000 pageviews on Beauty Markdown after a little over a month of blogging, and to celebrate we’re hosting a big beauty giveaway for our followers! One lucky fan will get their hands on this impressive beauty and skincare bundle: It includes: Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish 30ml worth £5.50 Benefit Hoola bronzer... / READ MORE /

03/10/2016

Guides

6 money saving makeup hacks you need to know

Now, this isn’t a list of deals and it’s not going to help you buy anything new, but if you’re on a spending ban, or just want to use what you already have more efficiently then these tips should help you out. Your “empties” are NOT empty To get the most out of your beauty... / READ MORE /