Beauty: Beat The Credit Crunch

Aug 10 2008 Craig Alexander Wilson

Beauty Spot Craig Alexander Wilson's Late-Summer Specials

As the credit crunch bites and spending slows down, what will us beauty junkies do?

Fear not my female fans, there are still fab finds out there that won't break the bank.

After the recent success of Aldi's face cream, the Lacura Concealer Pen will have you going wild in the aisles. Light reflecting, this FAB FIND is just the ticket for excess baggage under the eyes. £3.49 from Aldi.

Barbra Daly's Full On Mascara can stand up to any premium brand. My TOP PRODUCT doesn't clog and coats each lash as it separates. £5 from Tesco.

2 True is a range of cosmetics where every item is just £1.99. Choose from eyeliners, lip colours and foundations. I was surprised at how well 2 True Smoothe Matte Foundation controls shine. It is oil free and a great starter for teen skins. Available from Superdrug.

The fact that you get three shadows in Collection 2000's Mocha Chic Trio for just £2.99 gets my vote. These powder shades last up to eight hours and are crease resistant. Available from Boots.

Imagine a range of 130 products where each one is just £1.50. Imagine no more because Elf is that brand. I tried the Healthy Glow Bronzing Powder. The lightweight powder has a soft shimmer and is well worth the £1.50 price tag. Available from www.eyeslipsface.co.uk

With bright packaging, top scents and fun names.the Anatomicals range offers great products where the price is no gimmick. At just £3, What A Complete And Utter Glosser lip shine is worth checking out. Available from www.asos.com

Tesco's pick-and-mix products come in at £1.88 each or three for £5. I was pleased with myself when I picked this nail colour, lipstick and gloss. Bargain.

With all these savings there should be some change left over for a must-have make-up bag. This gold one from Superdrug is just 99p.