In the Case of Efficacious Cosmetic Buys, Cost is Not A Factor Says Mintel

While dupes are growing more popular, beauty enthusiasts prefer to pay top-dollar for premium products, according to analysts.

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By: Lianna Albrizio

Associate Editor

Three-quarters (74%) of makeup users agree that affordable makeup products work just as well as premium ones, according to Mintel research.   This suggests a makeup culture favorable toward so-called “dupes.” With the rise in their popularity, a third of makeup consumers ages 18-24 (33%) and 25-34 (35%) say they have purchased a makeup dupe after watching a video on social media.    Dupes aside, 41% of those who believe affordable and premium products are comparable in efficacy a...

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