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Why primark makeup and skincare is good?

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StockholmInSummer · 07/02/2024 19:28

I’m going shopping to primark this weekend and I really want to buy some makeup and skincare

has anyone got any recommendations? Thx

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StarDolphins · 07/02/2024 19:30

Can’t comment on the make up but their nail varnish is amazing, much better than expensive ones…got my DD 3 of them for 60p-£1 each & she put them on me & still not chipped after a good few days!

TaffyandTeenyTaffy · 07/02/2024 19:41

Their foundation is ok. I picked one up when I had forgotten to takr mine on a mini break away. Was pleasantly surprised with it as it was only about £5. Also love their nail varnish in a square bottle.... but they only have limited colours.

StockholmInSummer · 08/02/2024 09:42

Which not why

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Parkmama · 08/02/2024 09:49

I recommend their foundation, concealer, eyebrow pencil and mascara. It's such good value that it's definitely worth a try. As my other mac make up runs out, I'll replace with Primark versions

Augustone · 08/02/2024 17:28

Eyebrow pencils and the mascara in a silver tint is brilliant, I don’t buy L’Oréal mascara anymore after discovering this one

Augustone · 08/02/2024 17:28

Silver tube 🙄

Betsylee · 08/02/2024 18:34

I have bought the nail varnishes and just put another coat on if it wears off a little, great value for price, and small ones good for travelling.
I also have the Double Coverage Matte Foundation £5, this is great value, blends well but covers too, and stays put, would recommend this product too.

IggyAce · 08/02/2024 18:39

I use the illuminating tinted moisturiser, it was on offer recently for £3.50. I also use the 3 in 1 brow pencil.
I always pick up a few sheet masks and the eye patches.

Allmychickenscometoroost · 08/02/2024 18:46

The foundations are really good. I also like their lipsticks, not very long lasting but can be made to last longer with lipliner

hzx · 08/02/2024 18:56

I think they're supposed to have a good dupe for Dior Glow nail polish. I haven't tried it though.

Ladybirdbookworm · 09/02/2024 22:06

I can recommend the mascara in the silver tube. It’s amazing. I’ve stopped buying the Lancôme one and I’ve recommended it to loads of people. I can’t believe how good it is and so cheap.

StockholmInSummer · 09/02/2024 23:01

Ladybirdbookworm · 09/02/2024 22:06

I can recommend the mascara in the silver tube. It’s amazing. I’ve stopped buying the Lancôme one and I’ve recommended it to loads of people. I can’t believe how good it is and so cheap.

Thx will check it out

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cheesychipsontheoche · 10/02/2024 08:26

I got a concealer from there as had forgotten to pack my usual one when away - it's honestly the best I've used, perfect colour match and blends brilliantly - it's the radiant under eye concealer.
The lipsticks also have decent staying power for the price

gaggiagirl · 10/02/2024 08:29

The retinol serum is great. Lip liners and nail varnish great. Their cheap stick concealer is better than any others I've tried

BoilingHotand50something · 10/02/2024 08:36

The PS highlighters are brilliant.

This thread is really useful as I get a bit overwhelmed in store and don’t know what to look at.

10ThousandSpoons · 10/02/2024 08:37

Tbh I'd just buy whatever you fancy and see for yourself what you like.

StockholmInSummer · 28/02/2024 15:19

I went to Primark and bought
The retinol serum- so far it's pretty good
A few pots of the prep and prime Bobbi Brown dupe- really good
Vitamin c moisturiser - good but not sure I will repurchase
Mascara in a silver tube- very good but it was on sale so I am not sure if there will be more in the future

I also saw a tinted moisturizer, but I didn't buy it as they didn't have my colour. Has anyone tried it?

Does anyone have anymore recommendations? I will go to Primark again this week and buy some more.

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