American cosmetics - what products to bring from the USA

American cosmetics are distinguished by their quality and wide range. If you have a trip to this country, take the moment to bring the world's beauty brands from there at lower prices; high quality pharmaceutical products; cosmetics that are popular among Americans, but do not reach Russian counters; children's care products or products from the male line.

Then your return will be doubly happy, and you can not only surprise the female half, male and children's audience, but also save on the traditional part of the trip. And we will be happy to help you. The editors of the site "Ya Nashla" have prepared for you an overview of the best American cosmetics that you need to bring from the USA.

Peculiarities of American shopping

The American consumer market has a longer development period. Therefore, it is at a more advanced level, with a wider range of high quality products.

This is also facilitated by the conditions of fierce competition, which dictates the offers of special favorable terms of purchases for buyers. All kinds of sales, cashbacks, promotional codes, although they imply additional actions by the buyer, help to save on purchases.

Pre-holiday periods, the end of the next season, the liquidation of old collections, signs like "Must be sold", "Clean, final sale", "Closeout, blowout sale", "Out of business sale" - all this should be taken into account when walking around the city to make the purchase you want while keeping your budget.

It is also worth considering that the price tag on the product differs from the final one, which will be announced to you at the checkout. To avoid an unpleasant surprise, we add 5-12% tax to the set price.

It's good if you more or less know English to communicate with sellers. If not, then there may be a Russian-speaking seller in the store. This is not uncommon for American stores.

And here, the return of the goods is not hindered, even if it was in use, but for some reason did not fit. High competition forces sellers to be more loyal in this matter too.

Life hacks

Cheat sheet with discounts

We offer you a discount calendar valid in the States all year round:

• January 21 - Day of Martin Luther King, American preacher who campaigned for black rights in the States;
• February 2 - Groundhog Day - a national holiday;
• February 14 - Valentine's Day, which is now also known here;
• February 18 - President's Day - a federal holiday;
• March 14 - St. Patrick's Day - a saint, revered
• the Catholic Church;
  March 20 - dedicated to the 1st month of spring;
• April 21 - for Easter;
• April 22 - All Earth Day;
• May 5 - for the holiday called Cinco de Mayo - in honor of the victory of the Mexicans in the battle;
• May 12 - Mother's Day;
• May 27 - Day of Remembrance and Sorrow;
• June 16 - Father's Day;
• June 20 - dedicated to the 1st month of summer; In the same month, there are semi-annual and off-season discounts, which are held in many stores;
• July 4 - Independence Day;
• September 2 - Labor Day;
• September 23 - dedicated to the first autumn month;
• October 14 - Columbus Day (the discoverer of America);
• October 31 - to the Day of Halloween - an international holiday on the eve of All Saints Day;
• November 11 - in honor of Veterans Day;
• November 28 - Thanksgiving Day - a day of gratitude to God, family, friends;
• November 29 - "Black Friday" - stores offer serious discounts - up to 80%;
• December 2 - Cyber ​​Monday - discounts in online stores;
• December 21 - dedicated to the first winter month;
• December 25 - Christmas.
• After the New Year - half-year sales.

As you can see, in all months, except for August, there are certain sales. If your trip falls during these periods, then you can use this cheat sheet.

In addition to the main ones, there is a sufficient number of sales and the issuance of gifts for purchases, which are arranged by stores at their discretion.

If you have a busy program on a trip, and you have no time to go on sales, then you can make a choice of shopping gifts in online stores, which will then be delivered to your hotel address.

We keep "ears on top" - how to distinguish a fake, what to look for

• The appearance of the cosmetic product. We get picky and don't trust the messy details that catch our eye.
• Only branded, sealed packaging.
• Discounts with discounts, but the price should not be completely penny - brands cannot afford it, so as not to go broke.
• Clearly imprinted serial number on the product, no options.

And another nuance:

The country of origin can be the United States, but the country where the assembly was made is different.

Consider this fact.

Branded shops are where to roam

Famous American beauty manufacturers

Not all American beauty manufacturers are known in Russia, but there are fairly well-known brands that can be purchased in the United States at a lower price and the range of cosmetics offered will be much wider.

These are manufacturers of decorative items, children's care cosmetics, hair products, men's lines:

Calvin Klein, L’oreal, Estee Lauder, Lancome, Maybelline, Max Factor, Avon, Clean & Clear, Gilette, Head & Sholders, Jonsons & Jonsons, Old Spice, Palmolive, Pantene Pro-v.

 

Well-known brands rarely or do not make discounts at all, but arrange promotions to receive profitable, weighty gifts when buying their cosmetics.

What else can you stop your eyes on - brands less common in Russia

• LIME CRIME MAKE UP... The manufacturers of this brand are distinguished by extraordinary thinking, their own view of the bright colors of the shadows - from bright yellow to black. Eyeliners, cosmetic pencils, glossy and matte lipsticks. The company's lines such as Lime Crime Cashmere, Velvetiness, Doe Deere have become more than popular.
• MAC Cosmetics... It represents professional decor cosmetics created by unique professional makeup artists. They design decorative products for all ages and nationalities, following fashion trends. High-quality decorative products, makeup brushes, care products are suitable for both professional use and for ordinary people.

• NYX. Here they are engaged in the production of high-quality professional makeup cosmetics. The company is rapidly gaining momentum, offering makeup products for young, active lifestyles. In creating bright makeup for parties, liners-markers, primers, shadow palettes of a wide range of colors are suitable.The brand also produces professional make-up kits. Fashionable stylish packaging, attractive prices, compliance with trends in the fashion world - all this is in the products from NYX.
• BOBBI BROWN... The eponymous brand created by a woman makeup artist. Who better than her to know everything a woman wants from cosmetics. Means for creating simple, beautiful makeup with natural shades. Natural, invisible tonal means, powder, correctors have a light structure. Products for eyes, lips, cheekbones - with the perfect combination of shape and beauty, perfect for different age groups.

• GRAFTOBIAN... This brand "conjures" the release of professional decorative cosmetics, makeup and for ordinary consumers. The products are distinguished by quality, versatility, reasonable prices, and economy. It is suitable for creating an individual, creative make-up. High quality is reflected in the ultra-fine, delicate structure of cosmetic products.
• NARS... Whether you are looking for eyeshadow, lip gloss or lipstick, this brand has a wide range of rich shades. He has a lot to offer - over 400 high-tech products. And everything to find your style and image: makeup products and accessories from universal, with reflective particles, to aging skin care.
• BENEFIT COSMETICS... Mascara in colorful and original packaging, tints for lips and cheeks, skin balms, shadows, cosmetic pencils and much more. Fun and addicting cosmetics for those who don't want to be "gray".
• NAKED URBAN DECAY. The products of this brand are distinguished by original names, such as "Acid Rain", "Cannon Bronze", "Oil Slick", "Smog" and others. Nail polishes with unusual names, lipsticks with unusual colors, contouring palettes, primers, shadows ( smoky black with a green tint and blue-green sparks 3D and not only), - all products are of high quality, in trendy packaging. Affordable prices.

• ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILL... This brand was created 20 years ago by a former beautician. Now the company's products are represented in more than 25 countries around the world. Eyebrow products, lip glosses, and contouring palettes are all available from this brand.
• Bath & body works ... Production of personal care products, gels, lotions, detergents using natural ingredients.
• Charlotte tilbury - a young brand, which is not yet 10 years old, named after makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury, known all over the world. The range of products includes care and decorative products. Cosmetics belong to the luxury segment.

How to surprise - exclusives that are not in the homeland

Rating of cosmetics without delivery to Russia

• Creative lass esthetic

1. Melting Lip Powder by Creative Lass Esthetic - melting powder for lips and cheekbones;
2. Color Control & Change CCC Cream. BB and CC cream 3 in 1: care, primer, tone.

• PAT MCGRATH LABS

1. Gold 01 - gold pigmented powder;
2. Skin Fetish 003 Set - Gold Pigment and Wet Application Liquid;
3. Lust 004 set - matte lipstick with glossy shine, pigment, glitter. Application of 5 products alone or in combination gives different makeup options.

• Glossier

1. set of 2 Mask Duo - Mega Greens Galaxy Pack with white clay for detox and
   moisturizing Moisturizing Moon Mask with herbal squalane.
2. Blush in tubes, Cloud Paint blush.
3. Generation G translucent matte lipsticks.

• SATURDAY SKIN

In addition to the cleansing gel, face cream and eye cream, there is essence, sheet masks, cushion. Standard Korean care kit.

Beauty trend - Korean cosmetics

Cosmetics are on the wave of popularity now Korean manufacturers, which is distinguished by diversity, individual approach, innovative solutions. And if there is no way to go to beauty shopping in Korea, then you can buy cosmetics from the Country of Morning Freshness in the USA.

Don't pass by brands like:

• Holika Holika;
• Innisfree;
• Tony Moly;
• Missha;
• Mizon;
• The Saem;
• Secret Key;
• The Face Shop.

The lines of these cosmetic companies are distinguished by exotic ingredients, attractive packaging, visible results, affordable prices, and high quality.

BEAUTY SHOP NAVIGATOR

Rating of popular American stores selling cosmetics

The sales leaders in branded cosmetics are SEPHORA and ULTA stores.

• SEPHORA. Founded in 1970, it includes a network of stores selling makeup, care products, body, hair, brush sets, cosmetic bags, accessories, bath line - from more than 250 brands. Have a personal brand. Here you can buy luxury cosmetics. Testers and probes save your budget from unnecessary waste. Make-up courses are held.

• ULTA. The second most popular premium segment store in America. There are slightly fewer brand segments than in SEPHORA, but there is a cumulative points system that allows you to make purchases with a 45% discount.

• NORDSTROM. Legendary retail chain with full-fledged multi-brand stores where you can buy the latest collections of popular brands: CHANEL, Dior, Gabbana, Tom Ford, etc.

• Perfumania. In these outlets you can buy branded bathroom products, body care items, designer perfumes. Inexpensive cosmetics and perfumes can be found in the department stores located in Wal-Mart or Walgreen supermarkets. And in the Perfumania chain store you can buy perfumes at a discounted price.

• MARSHALLS. Outlet store with branded clothing, furniture, accessories, toys and cosmetics. The appearance of the showcases leaves much to be desired - cosmetics are piled up in a heap, without testers, opened packages, tested goods, there are no displays for testing. But there are branded items here at very low prices: scrubs and various body care products, decorations for your home beauty space, cheap makeup brushes, organizers for cosmetics. The deliveries here are chaotic, but if you keep track of the posts on the sites about the import of new products, you can have time to buy unopened packages.

American pharmacies - let's go here too

Pharmacy chains here are distinguished by the fact that they can purchase essential goods, products, and related products, and cosmetics, and not just medicines.

The composition of the presented cosmetics is without preservatives, fragrances, alcohol content, coloring substances. Based on natural ingredients, it is suitable for allergy sufferers and owners of thin, sensitive skin.

Suitable for the treatment of acne, spider veins, deep wrinkles, pigmentation.

These brands include:

• SkinMedica;
• Only Yourx;
• Obagi;
• Danne;
• Innovative Skincare;
• Nu Skin Enterprises;
• Medik 8;
• Pevolina Botanica.

It is worth paying attention to the popular Carmex lip moisturizing balms.

Crest - Crest 3D White Whitest Teeth Whitening Toothpaste and Strips.

Burt's Bees (beeswax products), Avalon Organics, Aveda, etc.

Vitamins and dietary supplements produced in the USA are also distinguished by high quality and natural ingredients.

Power Repair produces skin care cosmetics for sagging, saggy skin.

Era Minerals, Fresh Minerals, Jane Iredale - Mineral cosmetics using natural ingredients.

Mass market

In large supermarkets with pharmacies such as Walgreens, Walmart, Overstock, Sears, JCPenney, you can buy inexpensive quality goods, including cosmetics from branded manufacturers, belonging to the mass market class.

Making a preliminary shopping list

• Do you want to be in trend of cosmetic offers - try Korean beauty products: Holika Holika, Innisfree, Tony Moly, Missha, Mizon, The Saem, Secret Key, The Face Shop, SATURDAY SKIN.
• For lovers of the classics - famous world brands, at lower prices and a wide range of assortments: Calvin Klein, L'Oreal, Estee Lauder, Lancome, Mas (Makeup Art Cosmetics), Maybelline, Max Factor, Avon, Clean & Clear, Gilette, Head & Sholders, Jonsons & Jonsons, Old Spice , Palmolive, Pantene Pro-v; Revlon, Speed ​​Stick.
• To create original makeup - LIME CRIME MAKE UP, BENEFIT COSMETICS, NAKED URBAN DECAY.
• Using natural, natural shades - BOBBI BROWN, ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILL.
• For those who use professional cosmetics - MAC Cosmetics, NYX, GRAFTOBIAN.
• For problem skin - Medik 8, SkinMedica, Only Yourx, Obagi, Danne, Innovative Skincare, Nu Skin Enterprises.
• For those who love natural formulations - Era Minerals, Fresh Minerals, Jane Iredale, Burt's Bees, Avalon Organics, Aveda.
• For an adult audience requiring serious care - NARS, Power Repair.
• For personal hygiene - Bath & Body Works.
• Strong half - Biotherm, CELLCOSMET & CELLMEN, ACQUA DI PARMA, CELLCOSMET & CELLMEN.
• For children's audience - it is best to choose gift sets of cosmetics or bathroom products in bright packaging, from which children are always delighted.

Rating of the world's best manufacturers of quality American cosmetics

• Smashbox;
• Cover Girl;
• MAC;
• Clinique;
• Avon;
• Revlon.

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Rating of cosmetics based on the opinion of buyers. It includes mainly American-made goods, but there are also several items produced in other countries, but buying them in the United States will save you money.

What decorative cosmetics to bring from the USA

Anastasia Beverly Hills Eyeshadow Palette

Cost: from $ 50

The choice of colors for this brand's eye shadow palettes is great, depending on the color palette, the cost differs. Each palette contains 14 shades and a convenient brush to apply. The palette is equipped with a mirror, so it is convenient to use it anywhere.

Shadows have a good level of durability.

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Eyebrow products from Anastasia Beverly Hills

This is one of the few brands in the assortment of which there is a maximum set of tools in order to make your eyebrows perfect. Among them

• Tinted Brow Gel, available in 4 shades, price - about $ 30;
• Brow Definer Pencil with a comfortable brush, $ 30;
• Eyebrow lipstick, and it can be chosen in monotone (Dipbrow Pomade - from $ 20 per jar) or in the form of a Brow Pro Palette, which costs about $ 120.

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Maybelline / Master Chrome

Price: 545 rub.

Pigmented powdery highlighter. Beneficially emphasizes the dignity of the skin. She begins to radiate freshness and radiant shimmer. Under its graceful iridescence, the face becomes well-groomed.

Universal application. Thanks to its delicate texture, the powdery texture can be applied without problems. The face is, as it were, covered with a light, thin, velvet veil.

The highlighter allows the skin to breathe without clogging the pores. The product has good durability - one application lasts all day. You will not feel any discomfort from applying it.

Additional application as needed.

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Maybellin / Тhe Rock Nudes

Average price: from 787 rubles. up to 1250 rubles.

Eyeshadow palette consisting of 12 colors, matte and pearlescent effect. No base application required before use. Suitable for all skin types.

The package contains a sample with options for using different colors of shadows. Suitable for those who are learning to apply makeup in the style of smoky ice.

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Maybelline / Super Stay matte ink

Price: 342 rub.

Reviews: buyers note the fragrance / price / quality of this model.

Super long-lasting lipstick that washes off completely with a 2-Phase Makeup Remover Cleansing Liquid. With her, you can be calm - she will not "leave" you until you yourself want it. You can try different shades of liquid lipstick.

It will give your lips a luxurious color and a matte appeal. Convenient and ideal application with the unique applicator.

Withstands on the lips for up to 16 hours. In the line of rich and varied shades: pink, red, orange, purple and others, there will certainly be yours.

The line, consisting of 11 colors, which, in addition to the traditional ones, includes unusual ones: white, brown, gray, blue. Volume 5 ml.

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Too faced diamond highlighter

The multifunctional highlighter lives up to its name. Everything from the packaging to the iridescent texture resembles a diamond.Pigment with green-yellow-violet-blue overflow.

It is unique because contains real diamonds in the form of powder and crushed pearl particles that reflect light. A unique, pearl-diamond glow after application is guaranteed to your skin.

With its help, it is possible to create a healthy "highlight" for any type of skin.

Handcrafted using a liquid-powder formula, each product is truly unique, like real diamonds.

Hangover 3-in-1. Apply 1 layer for a light shine, 2 layers for a modeling effect and 3 for a dazzling effect.

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Milani ROSE POWDER BLUSH

Average price: from 1089 rubles. up to RUB 1510

The blush is designed in the form of a sculptural rose, in various shades in the line. One of which is guaranteed to suit you.

Suitable for owners of normal and mixed skin. The soft texture does not crumble or print during the day. This blush gives your skin a fresh and healthy, rested look.

Easy to apply, resistant even in heat.

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Maybelline / Fit Me

Price: 317 rub.

For those with normal to oily skin, this compact powder is ideal. It has a mattifying effect, it hides pores without clogging them.

Created with a unique technology using minerals, the powder solves the problems of oily skin.

The skin begins to look healthy, natural, without oily sheen.

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Best face and body care products from the USA

Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte's Magic Cream

Cost: about $ 100 for 50 ml.

The product guarantees an express effect and is mainly used to quickly give the skin a well-groomed look, healthy glow. The cream contains hyaluronic acid, a complex of vitamins and peptides, natural extracts of oats, aloe, wild pansies, rosehip oil, sunflower seeds.

Ideal for normal to dry skin, with the first signs of aging, with dull complexion.

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Primer Wonder Glow instant soft-focus beauty flash Charlotte Tilbury

Cost: about $ 50

This tool can be attributed to both care and decorative at the same time. Used as a make-up base, Wonder Glow gives the skin a golden glow, evening out its tone and preparing it for the application of foundation.

The texture of the product is very light, it is a serum that is completely free of grease and contains many golden reflective blotches.

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Luminous Moisturizer MAC STROBE CREAM

Cost: about $ 50 for 50 ml.

Like the previous product, this product is used to give a natural glow, an effect where the skin seems to glow from the inside. The cream is also applied before using the main foundation, while it is recommended to take a "foundation" of light texture, so as not to overlap the effect of radiance.

What separates cream from MAC is that it is used both as a base cream and as a primer, it is a kind of 2-in-1 product.

The reflective particles contained here range from white to pink.

The cream is universal. In addition to the main application before foundation, it can be mixed with it and applied at the same time, this will remove the excessive yellowness of the “foundation”. Another option is to apply over foundation for a highlighter-like effect.

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MAC aromatic oil with grapefruit and chamomile essential oils

Cost: from 31 dollars.

PREP + PRIME ESSENTIAL OILS GRAPEFRUIT & CHAMOMILE has an oil base and can be used alone or as an enrichment for a base cream or foundation. For one application, 2-5 drops are enough, depending on the level of fat in the dermis.

The oil will fill the skin with energy and moisturize it. Plus, the citrus aroma will add vigor and energy not only to the skin, but also to the body as a whole.

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Bath & Body Works Body Lotion

Cost: from 3 dollars.

The choice of fragrances for body lotions from this manufacturer is amazing, they are lavender, coconut, ylang-ylang, vanilla-blackberry, melon and many others. In addition to the attractive price, the products are distinguished by natural extracts in their composition. The moisturizing effect will last up to 24 hours. The texture is light, no sticky layer remains after application.

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Bath & Body Works Massage Oil

Cost: 16, 5 dollars. for 118 ml.

Body oils are available with various plant extracts. These are lavender, vanilla, eucalyptus, menthol, rose, orange-ginger, cedar. Each of them has the main effect of moisturizing the skin. In addition, the use of oil allows you to get the effect of aromatherapy, that is, inhaling the aroma, you can improve the general condition of the body: orange or menthol will invigorate, eucalyptus will have a beneficial effect on the respiratory system.

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La'Dor / The Blissful Bath Body Wash

Price: 820 rub.

Reviews: 100% of buyers approved the product.

Shower gel from a South Korean manufacturer is an opportunity for high-quality care of a high level without visiting a salon and the services of professionals. After using it, you feel not only cleanliness and freshness, but also an exquisite aromatic fleur emanating from the skin after its application. And buying it in the USA is an opportunity to save your budget.

The product does not disturb the pH balance of the skin, does not cause irritation. The gel is hypoallergenic, can be used in the care and care of baby skin.

The organic composition is based on herbal ingredients. These are concentrates of more than 17 plants: black currant, blackberry, black beans, beans, seaweed, aloe vera, etc.

Excellent composition, suitable for those who monitor their health and skin condition. It not only moisturizes and nourishes, but also refreshes, has an anti-inflammatory effect, has an antioxidant effect, and prevents anti-aging changes.

If you use the product regularly, it increases the elasticity, silkiness, smoothness of the skin.

The gel is available in two flavors: with the scent of a fresh tulip and the freshness of pure cotton.

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In conclusion - about freedom of choice

We hope that this article helped you to understand at least a little what, where and "how much" you can buy on a trip across America from cosmetic and care products.

Because the consumer beauty market in the States is somewhat different, it will be interesting to plunge into it and compare in order to draw certain conclusions about the pros and cons of the domestic one.

In any case, in modern conditions of freedom of choice, you have the right to decide which cosmetics to use and why. And the method of purchasing it can be different - from purchases while traveling, in online stores or by order.

If you have experience in using cosmetics from American manufacturers described in the rating, or a more interesting model, share your opinion in the comments.