Beauty Tips
Bargain Swaps for Oprah's Fave Beauty ThingsWe love the beauty products Oprah has featured in her "Favorite Things" episodes over the years, but not their price tags. Here we share budget-friendly alternatives. |
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The women who just happen to be in the audience for one of these shows are truly the luckiest chicks because the actual reason everyone worships the show is because the big O gives away all of her "favorite things" -- even the big-ticket items. The freak-outs induced by the thousands of dollars worth of super-swag alone make for golden entertainment. The surprise factor (the moment the audience realizes that they are in the coveted seats) causes uproarious reactions of joy -- ones that almost look painful. So what exactly makes the audience go so bananas? The gorgeous beauty products featured, of course, oh, and the notebook computers and crystal watches don't hurt either. But it's the beauty products that get us the most excited, duh.
You most likely haven't been one of the lucky women lavished with Oprah's favorite beauty products, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy them anyway. We've compiled seven beauty products that have been on Oprah's "Favorite Things" episodes (just in case you missed them) and we took it a step further. We also dug up budget-friendly beauty product swaps for each. So even if you don't have a big beauty budget, you can still experience the unbound joy of fabulous makeup and skincare products.
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Some products I like (Physician's Formula blush), but I am tired of hearing what Oprah uses and doesn't use (no offense, please).
by GigiSD Monday, April 29, 2013 at 11:51AM Report as inappropriate
some great dupe ideas.
by Chris213 Friday, October 5, 2012 at 07:11AM Report as inappropriate
Some of the products were definitely over the top in terms of prices for the average woman who has a budget and other people to consider as well. Not having children makes a huge difference in what a person can comfortably spend and their disposable income. There are some things here that dont interest me at all while others I would love to try. I dont think the Clarins product is that far out they are good quality and I do buy from that line, always watching for promotiond and "frequent shopper bonuses. Purchased correctly Shopperd Drug mart in Canada akk==llos significant points accumulation and they can then be redeemed fr product. I average about 400-600 yearly in cash at the store. This involves shopping during bonus times and since it includes everyday itemd l There are definitely great products out there and with promotional points systems you get
by mum21 Friday, September 14, 2012 at 10:02PM Report as inappropriate
oprah? not impressed.
by LittleBunny Sunday, July 29, 2012 at 05:54PM Report as inappropriate
Oprah- eh whatever. Some products look decent.
by Nicole1021 Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at 07:15AM Report as inappropriate
I do not trust Oprah's choice in books or beauty products.
by jola64 Friday, April 20, 2012 at 01:26PM Report as inappropriate
I'm not a huge Oprah fan, but I know her favorite things lists are famous so this was fun to read. I definitely recommend the Olay Pro-X as a budget version of the Clairsonic Mia. It's a little pricier than the Neutrogena Wave, but it does work very well.
by tallredamanda Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at 05:37AM Report as inappropriate
I love splurge and steal ideas.
by beautybody Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at 10:41PM Report as inappropriate
I love articles like this because they give you some really great ideas about alternative products to use for us kittens. I'm a girlie girl and really love all the products, but unfortunately I can't afford all of Oprah's favorite things, nor do I want them. I like to find my own things that are reasonably priced for me and my budget, and comparable to some of the ones that Oprah loves, if you will. It's all about personal preference, and I'm all for that. I like being able to find products with the same great quality but for less and that is my motto. All-in-all, I love all the great products and info!!!!! Keep it coming!!!!
by jbynum Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at 12:57PM Report as inappropriate
oh I've been going back and forth between the wave and the Olay Pro-X scrubber i can't decide but its definately been on my wishlist for a long time. I love Oprah, what an awesome lady!!
by Alisunshine Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at 11:12AM Report as inappropriate