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15 Things You Shouldn’t Buy at a Dollar Store

Not everything you can find at your local dollar store is a bargain. Buying things at a smaller price isn't always a good deal. Shopping at a dollar store may be tempting…

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When it comes to makeup you should pay attention to what goes on your skin, because cheap ingredients might cause you allergies and inflammation. Yes, dollar store makeup products may be cheaper but they can contain harmful chemicals.

It’s better to spend a little extra on makeup products because your skin’s health is very important.

“They may use harsher alcohols, or the refinement of some of the materials into things like makeup is processed on a low budget, so they’re not refined as well for your skin,” says Shelton.

Also, make a habit out of checking the expiration date and ingredient list before you buy something, then test it on a small area to make sure your skin tolerates those ingredients.

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19 comments on “15 Things You Shouldn’t Buy at a Dollar Store”

  1. I guess there is not much left you can buy at the dollar stores most people who don’t have that kind of money so they buy from them is very sad fro them .

  2. I go to a dollor store at least once a week , Tho I havent bought everything that you have listed , I have gotten some an have never had a problem with .

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