$40 Ross haul 😍

Shopping for luxury makeup on a budget can be challenging, but Ross proves to be a treasure trove for beauty lovers looking to save big. From my experience, visiting Ross regularly increases your chance to find premium brands like NARS, Fenty Beauty, and BareMinerals at deeply discounted prices. These products often include foundation, concealer, powders, and sometimes even eye shadows, all retailing for a fraction of their usual cost. One tip I’ve found beneficial is not to worry too much about the expiration dates stamped on the packaging. Many of these items, like my Too Faced eyeshadows from 2016, remain perfectly usable long after the date. Of course, it’s important to smell and test textures to ensure the makeup hasn’t gone bad, but this approach saves hundreds without sacrificing quality. It’s also smart to keep an eye out for the PRO FILT’R line from Fenty Beauty as well as the Soft Matte Advanced Perfecting Powder from NARS, which I found at Ross. These products provide excellent coverage and longevity, giving you that luxurious look for less. Additionally, department store off-price retailers like Ross receive overstock and last season's products directly from manufacturers or authorized distributors. This means you get authentic makeup but at a discounted price, making it an ideal shopping spot for those wanting name-brand beauty without the premium price tag. Shopping Ross frequently also means you’ll come across different products in various sizes, such as the 12ML BareMinerals item I found. These smaller sizes are perfect for travel or trying a new product before committing to a full size. Overall, patience and persistence pay off. Regular trips to Ross, checking their beauty aisles, and being open to experimenting with products can result in serious savings while keeping your makeup collection fresh and luxurious.