Beauty Outlet

What's on the shelves

Make-up takes up most of the range. Base products include foundation, powder, concealer, blusher, bronzer and highlighter. Eye products run from mascara and eyeliner to eyeshadow and false lashes, while lips are covered by balms, liners, glosses and lipsticks. Skincare, haircare and nail polish fill out the rest. Some lines are flagged as cruelty-free or planet-friendly, which helps if that matters to you. Beauty Outlet says its stock comes straight from the brands or their authorised distributors, a useful reassurance when prices sit below the high street.

Delivery and returns at a glance

Orders over £25 ship free within the UK. Below that, standard delivery costs £2.95 and next-day costs £3.95, and every parcel is tracked. The retailer reports that 96% of orders reach customers inside 48 hours. Unwanted products can be sent back under its returns policy, so check the returns page for the steps. Payment is by Visa, Mastercard or PayPal.

Good to know

Beauty Outlet started in 2014 and is owned by RGJS Holdings Limited, with its head office in Skegness. The 27 shops are handy if you want to see a shade in person before ordering. Queries go to a customer care team in the UK, which works weekdays from 9am until 5pm.