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Affordable Luxury Cosmetics

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Pretty Smart Delivers Luxury-Inspired Beauty Without the High Markup

— June 10, 2024 — Fashion
As cosmetic prices continue to rise, consumers are on the hunt for affordable beauty products that align with their values, and Pretty Smart is a new female-founded, female-owned beauty brand that makes fun, functional formulations that are vegan and free from questionable ingredients like talc and parabens. The brand's full range of cosmetic products includes an expansive range of concealers and foundations priced at $10 or less, and 27 products with more than 145 shade variations for eyes, lips, cheeks and complexion.

Devoted to delivering luxury makeup without the "makeup markup," Pretty Smart is now available at over 2,800 Walmart locations, offering affordable luxuries at an unbeatable price point. Marissa Shipman, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Pretty Smart, says "We develop, manufacture and distribute ourselves, which is what has made our affordable formulations possible."
Trend Themes
1. Vegan Beauty Products - Consumers are increasingly turning to vegan formulations in their cosmetics to align with ethical and health-conscious values.
2. Affordable Luxury - Brands like Pretty Smart are redefining luxury by offering high-quality products at more accessible price points.
3. Inclusive Shade Ranges - The demand for cosmetics with expansive shade ranges is growing, catering to diverse skin tones and promoting inclusivity.
Industry Implications
1. Cosmetics - The beauty industry is seeing a shift towards affordable luxury products, driven by consumer demand for quality without high prices.
2. Retail - Mass market retailers such as Walmart are capitalizing on the trend of affordable luxury cosmetics to attract diverse customer bases.
3. Vegan Products - The vegan product industry is expanding rapidly as brands introduce animal-free formulations that resonate with ethical consumers.
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