Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter without Me

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 you are shopping for cosmetics! Also check out her website, it's also very informative!

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. :(

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!

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!