Makeup has been considered an art form for thousands of years, and women all across the globe partake in the fun of changing up their signature look. Whether the desired look is a daring cat eye with bold red lips or a simple smoky eye, makeup can be a great tool for anyone. However, this art form can sometimes come with a hefty price tag ... luckily these five websites are dedicated to providing lots of top brands at discounted prices.

1. All Cosmetics Wholesale
This website features amazing high-end brands including MAC, NARS, Dior, Too Faced and YSL, as well as drugstore brands we all love like Revlon, Maybelline and Hard Candy. They also sell OPI and China Glaze nail polishes at reduced prices.

Top Pick: NARS Nail Polish in Bad Influence (All Cosmetics Wholesale Price: $10.99, Retail Price: $17.00)

2. Xtras Online
Xtras Online is a great site for low-priced products all over the beauty spectrum, from high-end makeup like Calvin Klein to department store perfumes from designers like Paris Hilton. They also sell hair accessories, extensions and clothing. For an extra sweet treat they include a lollipop with each order.

Top Pick: Collection 2000 Lip & Cheek Tint (Xtras Online Price: $1.63, Retail Price: $6.50)

3. Discount Cosmetics 4 U
This site includes popular brands of makeup along with makeup brushes and bags. They also feature drugstore brands like Rimmel and L'Oreal at a fraction of their store prices.

Top Pick: Urban Decay Eye Shadow Transforming Potion (Discount Cosmetics 4 U Price: $9.10, Retail Price: $15.62)

4. Cosmetic America
This is the perfect site to shop luxurious lines like Chanel and Dior. They have a selection of over 200 low-priced skin care products for women and men as well as fragrances.

Top Pick: Christian Dior Rouge Lipstick (Cosmetic America Price: $14.55, Retail Price: $22.00)

5. Brigette’s Boutique
From shampoo to beauty tools, Brigette’s Boutique has it all. This site has endless bargains on all of the hottest makeup trends and even has everyday .99-cent sales for deals too good to skip.

Top Pick: Too Faced Galaxy Glam Eye Shadow (Brigette’s Boutique Price: $7.50, Retail Price: $17.50)

The art of applying makeup is timeless and should be enjoyed without spending a fortune. It’s all about experimenting and attaining a look that has heads turning and, thankfully, these budget-friendly websites help a college girl’s budget squeeze in a few new buys to achieve the trendiest looks with the hottest designers.

By: Darcy Trauger | Image: Source