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| - Sephora can drive me crazy and the only reason I ever need to go is when I want to buy my Nars orgasm blush/bronzer duo, Makeup Forever products, or the Definicils mascara from Lancome. Otherwise I will normally go elsewhere but in all honesty I have buckets of makeup at this point that I don't even know what to do with it. Who needs 8 different types of mascara? A gazzillion lipsticks and glosses? I can't even talk eyeshadow...ha ha
Full disclosure on this one! I am a coordinating rep for two companies in the Pittsburgh region. One is a skin care company only found in Ulta stores and the Other is a popular cosmetic line that I do professional make up events for...Uhm "Why be Pretty when you can be Gorgeous" any way for the past four years I have had the opportunity through vendor relations to work with and receive gratis from the most popular and quality prestige lines. I've tried it all and always know what is new and cutting edge in cosmetics.
As a consumer there are pros and cons to Sephora
Con:
The sales staff can have an elitist "attitude" and are not always very friendly. This can vary so look for the sweet girl who is smiling and willing to help.
The goal is to sell sell sell and make sales goals so they want you to buy the most expensive items. This too can vary because the staff consider themselves pros and may direct you to what they use. The trick is to sit down and take the time to try before you buy. Have them apply your new makeup choices, wear it around for awhile then see how you like it. They can also write down everything used so you can buy some now and return for the rest. They don't always WANT to do this but just ask outright. It's the job.
Tip going on a quiet day will ensure much better service and detailed explanations.
Pros: They are well trained on all the make up/skincare, and can usually answer any question you may have. These days consumers are looking for organic products, paraben free, sensitive hypoallergenic and they will know what lines to direct you to.
They are makeup artists with extensive training so they will know what shades work with your face shape, and skin tones! Watch what they are doing or ask them to explain the application process.
Lastly I also work at a Medspa and work with many skin conditions melasma, sun damage, rosacea, mild to severe acne, and others. Makeup sits on top of the skin so don't cover up the problems treat them before they get out of hand. Over the counter brands may be cheaper and you can get buy with cheap eye shadow or lip gloss but don't skimp on your face products( foundations, powders, cleansers, moisturizers) because you may be making the problems worse.
Take it from me I get a lot of free products but when I find what works I have to go out and spend that money, and no I don't always get a discount.
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