As someone who considers beauty products an essential part of daily life, I often indulge in the latest offerings. However, my accountant tends to disagree with this approach. In a time when disposable income can be limited, investing in double duty beauty products proves to be an effective way to save money while still indulging in quality beauty solutions. These products not only provide value for money but also offer the satisfaction of making a practical and intelligent purchase.
After conducting a thorough exploration of the market, I have been pleasantly surprised by the wide range of multi-functional products now available. These versatile items can streamline your beauty routine and are an excellent way to achieve both cost-effectiveness and optimal results.
However, savings extend beyond the initial purchase of such products. It is equally important to properly care for your existing beauty products to ensure their longevity and preserve their value. A little attention to how you store and handle your items can significantly extend their shelf life.
For example, fragrances should always be stored away from direct sunlight to maintain their integrity. The same principle applies to most beauty products. While it may be tempting to display your products on your vanity, it is far better to store them in a cool, dry cupboard or drawer to protect their efficacy. Additionally, ensure that all lids are securely fastened, particularly on skincare items, as exposure to air can cause degradation of the active ingredients.
When using serums, be sure to empty the dropper before returning it to the bottle. This simple step prevents contamination and limits the exposure to air, which could affect the product’s performance. Moreover, avoid using your fingers directly in skincare products. Instead, a spatula should be used to ensure hygiene and prevent the introduction of bacteria, which could compromise the formula’s effectiveness.
It is also advisable to clean makeup brushes and sponges regularly. Accumulation of dirt and bacteria not only poses a risk to your skin but can also reduce the lifespan of your beauty products. Moreover, using brushes or sponges can help you use less product while still achieving the desired coverage, which ultimately results in greater value for money.
By taking these simple yet effective steps to care for your beauty products and opting for double duty items, you can maximise your investment and maintain an efficient beauty routine, all while being mindful of your budget.
Here is my pick of the best double duty products around.
Embryolisse Lait Crème Concentre RRP $47
This skincare product takes double duty to a whole new level. It can be used as a cleanser, a moisturiser, a primer and a mask. It contains shea butter, aloe vera, vitamins and plant extracts.
Abeille Royale Youth Watery Oil Serum by Guerlain RRP $251
The latest skincare product from Guerlain. It offers much more than double duty, combining 3 different types of honey with differing biological activity. It deeply treats the skin as well as healing aspects that have caused skin aging. It also helps to restore the skin’s volume and texture.
Kayali Body Spray RRP $76
It not only offers a high level of hydration on the skin but it also delivers a wonderful scented cover which you can also layer. Use it straight after the shower or at any time during the day or evening. It comes in Vanilla, Lovefest Burning Cherry, Yum Pistachio Gelato and Deja Vu White Flower.
Fracas Hair Mist by Robert Piguet RRP $99
High end polymers and silicone are only 2 of the ingredients which allow the hair to instantly feel more hydrated with a lovely shine. Then combine them with the beautiful Fracas fragrance and you have a hair winner. Some other products in this category are Amouage.
Trinny London BFF De-Stress Tinted Serum RRP $78
This product comes in 12 different skin shades, as well as containing antioxidants and hydrators including NP-Triox which works as a skin de-stressor. Use this product every day for care and coverage.
OPI Nail Envy RRP $36.95
This great nail product combines 11 of the top nail colours with a nail strengthener. It contains Tri-Flex technology which will give you 95% stronger nails in a week after use.
Sisley Floral Mist Spray RRP $140
This amazing product can be used as a setting spray for makeup as well as a skin treatment, combining both plant ingredients and scientific know how. It smooths, refreshes and revives even the most dull and lifeless skin.
Guerlain Meteorites Light-Revealing Pearls of Powder RRP $113
This makeup product has stood the test of time and is still a top favourite of many celebrities. It sets and corrects makeup. It mattifies the look of the skin as well as smoothing the skin’s texture with a lovely glow. It can even be used as a blush.
Benetint Rose-tinted Lip and Cheek Stain RRP $42
A long time favourite of all ages, with coverage in the millions on Tik Tok. It works beautifully as both a lip colour and a blush and be worn lightly or layered for a more intense look.
SPF 50 Facial Moisturising Lotion CereVe RRP $26.99
Combining highly effective skincare ingredients such as niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, ceramides and MVE system release with a broad spectrum UVA/UVB high level protection. Making this a great everyday use product, offering moisturising and treatment skin benefits as well as an effective sunblock.
By Terry Brightening CC Palette RRP $100
This makeup palette brightens, colour corrects, neutralises redness, corrects dull complexions and can also be used as a highlighter. It combines high level skincare ingredients with a multi- use makeup palette.
Garnier Vitamin C Daily Eventone Fluid SPF 50+ RRP $29.99
A lightweight fluid containing mineral pigments, Vitamin C and its brightening powers plus a very high protection level of sun block. You can start the day with a glowing, lightly tinted and protected skin.
Augustinus Bader + Sofia Coppola -the Tinted Balm RRP $66
This lip balm contains both muted colour and superior skincare ingredients including their trademarked TFC8 technology leading lips with a sheer colour gloss and plumper, as well as more hydrating. Another one of their double duty products is the Augustinus Bader- The Rich Eye Cream RRP. $327
Fenty Beauty Match Stix Color-Adaptive Cheek + Lip Stick RRP $48
These sticks are hydrating to the lips and cheeks. They also use colour shift technology to bring out the most flattering universal rosy colour. They are a must have in your makeup travel kit.
Dolce & Gabbana offer both Cheeks & Eyes Match RRP $78 and Face & Eyes Match RRP $80
Cheeks & Eyes match is a lasting powder blush which creates a great cover for both eyes and cheeks. While the Face & Eyes match is a soft buttery blush powder which works equally well as a face powder and a bronzer as well as an eye shadow.
Klorane Dry Shampoo with Nettle and Vitamin E RRP $17.99
Acting as a perfect dry shampoo for ultra -oily hair, it also provides body and volume to the hair at the same time.
Biossance 100% Squalane Oil RRP $59
It is a multi -purpose hydrating oil which can be used on the face, body and hair. This is another one of those perfect travel musts haves.
