Every month, you see many new beauty products hitting the market, all with the promise of making your skin look younger, smoother, and smoother. Millions are spent each year on advertisements and promotions for these products and for consumers to notice them in a highly competitive environment.

Free samples are often distributed in supermarkets, department stores, and even train stations. There would be countless reviews on the internet, mainly from people who are paid by manufacturers to do a favorable review on the product.

As a savvy consumer, you shouldn’t just take the word of advertisers and beauty product review writers on the products they endorse. Even if it’s a Hollywood star who gets paid to endorse the product, watch out for the subtle but powerful effects of the media on consumer preferences. To help you decide which beauty product is best for you, here are some suggestions:

1. Check the labels

There are numerous ingredients that are used to create beauty products. Some products claim to be all natural, but if you read the list of ingredients that are used to make them, you will find that some chemicals are still used. Stay informed about ingredients that can harm your skin, particularly those with toxic effects or those to which you are allergic. A product may work for some, but not for you, so check the ingredients first before purchasing the product.

2. Check online forums that may have subscribers who have tried the products.

A product that is slowly gaining popularity will surely have its own website and will be reviewed by many people. Check out the beauty forums for the latest feedback on whether these products work without side effects.

3. Test the product.

If you really want to know if a product will work, you can give it a try. One smart thing you can do is go online and check if the company that makes the product is giving away free samples.

However, be careful when providing your credit card details online, because sometimes the company will offer a free sample and then automatically charge your card after 30 or 60 days for the next product delivery, even without your approval. Make sure you can cancel your order if you don’t find the product to your satisfaction.

Be a smart consumer, especially when it comes to choosing the best beauty products, because they may not be the right product for you and you may have to live with harmful results permanently.