Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me

Unmasking the cosmetics industry

This review is from: Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter without Me (Trade Paperback)

8 years ago

Paula Begoun's "Don't go to the cosmetics counter without me" deserves its title. It is a thorough yet simple analysis of nearly every product available on the market today. I consult it every time I make a purchase, and it has already paid for itself.

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Great Infomative Book On Skin Care

2 years ago

I have a love/hate relationship with this book. Often when I'm looking into buying a certain product and I really want it, I am hoping Ms. Begoun has something good to say about it, but she often doesn't, lol. But all in all, I think if you're shopping for skin care and make-up, you MUST have this book. I don't always take her word for everything she states about a certain product, but it's nice to have her opinion before making such a expensive purchase. I highly recommend you have this if… + read more

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Money Saved at the Cosmetics Counter

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9 years ago

The book is an absolute money saver through its thorough ratings of the best cosmetics and skin care products in North America. Her reviews on skincare products actually allows you to also 'save face', pardon the pun. By providing consumers with the ingredient lists in these products, one is able to avoid allergic reactions. It's wonderful and reassuring to know that one needn't spend an outrageous amount of money to look their best when pharmacy-sold makeup lines like Revlon or Loreal can… + read more

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It sure is worth the money!

This review is from: Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter without Me (Trade Paperback)

9 years ago

Although you are the one who can choose and knows what will work and what will not work on your skin, this is a great book as a refrence if you are not willing to spend a fortune and try the products to find out what's best. I saved a lot of money which would be wasted on not very good and expensive products. I tell you I tried some of these(goodies) but they sure matched the discription in the book. I trust the book and at the same time I try what's best from Paula's choices. Works very well… + read more

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worth every cent

5 years ago

As someone who spends a lot of money buying skincare prodcuts this book has been a huge help and a money saver. It tells you what works and what doesn't. Just because it says it is for dry skin, doesn't mean it actually is. Too bad this is her last edition. :( + read more

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Excellent book!

This review is from: Don't Go To The Cosmetics Counter Without Me (Trade Paperback)

9 years ago

Women should arm themselves with this book when shopping for skin care and cosmetics. This is a must have! I only wish Paula Begoun would sell her products in Canada. I would be the first person in line at the drugstore.

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not just for women

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9 years ago

Many men buy for their wives and need to know if they are getting poison or not. Getting the proper product and one that works is a big deal and this book will help. It is a great quick reference .

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Best Spent Money!

5 years ago

Paula Begoun has done us all a great service by writing such a well-researched and informative book. Never having read the earlier editions, I was drawn to this one due to some distressing experiences with sunscreen, moisturizer and concealer. She covers it all and then some! This book has a well coveted place near my favourite chair, from which I refer to it often. The cost of the book was easily recouped over a month or so of beauty product purchases. I really can't give it enough praise! + read more

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BUY THIS BOOK!!!

This review is from: Don't Go To The Cosmetics Counter Without Me (Trade Paperback)

9 years ago

You will never look at make-up the same way again. Paula really sets it straight in this one. Some of her best advice in this book is:

1. The only anti-wrinkle cream is sunscreen.

2. Expensive does not mean better.

She recommends using Cetaphil as a cleanser for the skin, and it is the best cleanser I have put on my face. I'm sure most women who use certain cleansers get that "tight" feeling after washing their face. This product feels like silk!! Go buy it, it's at… + read more

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All of Begoun's books are excellent! Cont'd...

This review is from: Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter without Me (Trade Paperback)

9 years ago

Instead, her reviews are presented after thorough scientific research reading coroborated research studies, speaking with dermatolgists and cosmetic chemists. She then compares the known facts of ingredients against the product claims and actual results. I highly recommend any of the advice she gives! As for the reviewer who gave a one star rating,"Sabrina Catania" from Ontario, if I had to take a stab in the dark, I would say she most likely works in the high end cosmetic industry… + read more

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Highly recommended

6 years ago

Very informative book. Lots of advice and good explanations on why a product isn't up to pare or why it is. Surprising on how some of the most expensive lines really aren't any better. One comment - not all skin care lines were listed. But I guess there are only so many pages. + read more

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Don't Miss This One!

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10 years ago

What a time and money saver! Finally, I can feel confident approaching the makeup counter. This was the only time I purchased foundation, concealer, lipstick, eye shadow, mascara and blush all in one go and was happy with every single product after I got them home and tested them together. I also found the perfect sunscreen for my husband's skin type. Keep up the good work, Paula!

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All of Begoun's books are excellent!

This review is from: Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter without Me (Trade Paperback)

9 years ago

I have read all of Begoun's many books, but the Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter series is definitely the best. However, I do wish that people would read about her credentials and how she conducts her research! Her information is NOT just based on pure speculation and personal opinion! If her reviews were based solely on her own use of each individual product, what would be the purpose of you and I reading her reviews? Everyone has differently aged skin and specific skin types! Continued...

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Fantastic

7 years ago

Thi book was certainly a huge help. I'm one of those poor infortunate souls who walk around stores, wondering which products would suit me best, and Paula's advice saves me hours of anxiety! I never had a problem with anything Paula recommended and found her jugements very fair. I would never miss any of her books! + read more

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