Supermarket skincare dupes could save you hundreds. But do budget beauty products work?
Summary
Many UK shoppers, especially younger ones, are buying cheaper skincare products, known as "dupes," that look similar to expensive brands. While some experts say these budget products can be good, they also warn that cheaper products might not have the same quality ingredients or benefits as high-priced ones.Key Facts
- A skincare "dupe" is a cheaper product that looks like an expensive brand version but may have different ingredients.
- Aldi is selling a face cream for £8.49 that looks similar to a £240 product from luxury brand Augustinus Bader.
- Over 25% of UK shoppers have bought skincare or makeup dupes, with 44% of them aged 18-34.
- Some skincare experts say low-cost products can work well for basic skincare needs.
- The higher cost of luxury skincare can sometimes be due to better ingredients, technology, and research.
- Experts advise consumers to research products because cheaper options may have fillers or lower-quality ingredients.
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