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Best Beauty Items to Score at Thrift Shops
Eleanor Brooks May 8, 2025

If you think thrift shops are only good for vintage denim and quirky mugs, think again. The world of secondhand beauty is thriving — and yes, there are actual thrift beauty finds that are not only safe to use but also seriously worth your money. With sustainability on the rise and inflation tightening beauty budgets, Read More

How to Sanitise Secondhand Beauty Tools
James Whitmore April 29, 2025

You’ve just scored a near-new curling wand at a car boot sale for under a tenner, or perhaps you found a full makeup brush set at your local charity shop that looks untouched. But before adding them to your daily routine, one big question pops up: how do you safely sanitise secondhand beauty tools? The Read More

Makeup Expiry Dates: What to Check When Thrifting
Clara Hastings April 21, 2025

There’s nothing like the thrill of scoring a cult-favourite makeup product for £2 at a charity shop or flea market. But with that thrill comes a critical question: is it still safe to use? As more budget-conscious beauty lovers turn to thrift stores and secondhand markets for deals, understanding makeup expiration dates has never been Read More

The Pros and Cons of Buying Pre-Loved Beauty Items
Clara Hastings April 13, 2025

The beauty world is fast-paced, trend-driven, and — let’s be honest — expensive. With every product launch and limited-edition drop, it’s easy to feel like glowing skin and a flawless base are locked behind a paywall. That’s why more savvy shoppers are turning to the world of pre-loved beauty. Whether it’s a high-end eyeshadow palette Read More