Is Victoria Beckhams £400 Makeup Worth It?

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She always looks flawless, whether it is on a red carpet, at a Fashion Week event, a family party or even on her Instagram. 

is rarely seen without a classy, elegant makeup look and thanks to her own beauty and followers can recreate it at home. 

since it launched back in September, with most of the 19 colourways unavailable in February despite its £104 price tag.

But its her eyeliner that is to thank for the brand's financial success, with the star previously revealing she sells one of her £31 Satin Kajal eyeliners every 30 seconds. 

In August The Daily Mail revealed Victoria had increased her revenues by a staggering 26 per cent compared to the year before with a turnover of £112.7 million, with a pre tax profit of £2.2 million.

The success of her beauty range is a huge triumph after years of debt from her fashion brand that left the couple 'millions in the red', with David confessing in her documentary that the debt 'panicked' him.

Yet she seems to have struck gold with her beauty brand. But it doesn't come cheap. 

We have estimated that a full face of Beckham Beauty would set you back around £400, with the products sitting at the high end of luxury (would we expect anything else from Posh Spice?) 

To make it that bit easier, our team have tried out Victoria's key products to see which ones are worth the hype and need adding to your makeup bag ASAP. 

1. The viral foundation drops  

Why we love it!

Priced at £104 it is certainly the most expensive foundation I have ever tried and I was keen to see what could possibly make this product so pricey. 

I am not normally a foundation girly, however this product is all I would want in my perfect foundation.  

Easy to apply, it gives a nice full coverage while still feeling incredibly light weight. It gives a nice glowy undertone without feeling oily or looking cakey.  

Should you splurge on it?

I have to say for £104 a little does go a long way so the bottle would last you a while. 

I think I would struggle to justify any foundation being worth that kind of cash, but if you are keen to give your makeup bag a luxurious upgrade and want to treat yourself than I would say this product is a worthy investment. 

2. The highlighter  

Why we love it!

As a severe hay fever sufferer my skin has been looking pretty dull and red of late, but the illuminating serum instantly gave me a healthy glow while feeling lightweight yet moisturising.

The golden glow was subtle yet buildable and after using as a primer under my foundation I was able to use it as a spot highlighter on top.

It was great to find a product that perfectly combined both skincare and makeup, and I'd also be keen to try out the Rose shade to see how that worked with my skin tone.

Sould you splurge on it?

While I was rather taken aback by the price I learnt a little goes a long way with this product.

I would purchase it again because I think it works out well in terms of cost per use, however, I'd have to wait until after payday to stock up!

3. The best-selling eyeliner 

Why we love it!

Just as it says in its description, this eyeliner is creamy and glides across the eyelid with ease. 

Unlike an eyeliner pen where precision is key, this eyeliner allows you to be more free with your application with the product lending itself to a chic smudged and smokey look. 

I tried the Fig shade which gave my eyes a pop of colour, but there are plenty of more neutral brown and black shades as well as a range of brighter blues.  

Should you splurge on it?

I think there is definitely a reason this product is snapped up every 30 seconds. 

If you have a smaller eyelid this smudgy consistency may not work as well, but this product is perfect for me to add a pop of colour to my everyday make up, or it can be built up for a more dramatic look on a night out. 

Highly versatile I think it is worth the price! 

4. The mascara  

Why we love it!

While this mascara feels like a splurge, its little curved brush means it’s easy to apply, and you can add multiple layers if you prefer a more voluminous look. The mascara comes in a classic black, but as a fan of brown options I was glad to see it was available in that shade, and burgundy too, if you want something more natural.

I’d say it’s a good option for a fuss-free makeup look while enjoying a low-key lunch date or a sunny day out, no doubt something Victoria is a fan of!

Should you splurge on it?

The mascara certainly lives up to its name of being smudge-free, but I can’t say it provides any added perks that warrant its large price tag. 

If you have the budget and want to own something from VB’s collection, then feel free, but otherwise there are cheaper options that work just as well.

5. The 2-in-1 blusher and bronzer 

Why we love it!

While at first glance it looks intimidatingly dark, when applied the Vintage Rose shade blends out seamlessly into a very natural finish and layers easily if you want to build up more colour, allowing you to achieve both a subtle flush and more dramatic look.

The weightless texture is entirely non-sticky and melts into the skin easily, while it is also incredibly long-lasting, with the colour still visible on my cheeks at the end of the day.

Would you splurge on it?

The price point of the Colour Wash is definitely much higher than other similar blush tints on the market that can achieve a similar effect, most notably benefit's famous Benetint.

Meanwhile the packaging can take some practice to get used to and you need to be careful to dispense the right amount. 

As the product soaks in and sets very fast, so you need to work quickly to blend it out or else will end up with a patchy finish, making the clunky applicator issue more apparent. 

However, it offers a natural and long-lasting finish and is well worth splurging on for its skincare-boosting ingredients, which work together to prevent you breaking out and look as radiant as possible.

6. The lip balm  

Why we love it!

We were expecting big things, and this did not disappoint. It feels luxurious from the moment you apply it, with a smooth, non-sticky texture that elevates your lips.

It gives a high-shine finish and feels extremely lightweight. The clear formula makes it versatile - perfect to wear on its own or over a lipstick.

This is a pretty pricey lip balm... but there's no denying it works. I applied a slick of it to my lips and the level of moisture really is luxurious and long-lasting.

It comes in five shades and Colette is the punchiest colour.

This would be perfect for holidays in Portofino, VB's fave holiday destination, when you want to look glam, match your tan, but don't want the heaviness of a lipstick.

Should you splurge on it?

I was a little disappointed when I first tried it because it came out clear, but I discovered it's a buildable colour and when I applied it twice more, as if by magic, the colour popped with a high shine finish.

I like the versatility of this product so I would buy it again.

While £31 is definitely a splurge, the sleek packaging and premium feel justify the price. I'd consider it a treat-worthy purchase rather than an everyday essential. 

7. The lipstick 

Why we love it!

I wear a lip product most days but as I apply early in the morning I tend to find the colour doesn’t last and can often dry out my lips.

This VB lipstick is different, from the first application my lips felt instantly moisturised and nourished.

Often a non-matte finish means the colour slips and slides but I found this silky texture really lasted and wasn’t sticky at all.

The nude shades are perfect for everyday wear. I think this will become my new go-to lipstick.

Should you splurge on it?

It’s a lot pricier than my usual budget buys but I really noticed the difference, especially when it came to how long the colour lasts. 

The only problem is that Victoria recommends using the lipstick using alongside the lipliner, which at another £31 is another big splurge!

Our verdict: Is Victoria Beckham's popular beauty line really worth the very expensive price tag? 

While piling all the products straight into your basket in one go would be a rather heavy hit on the wallet, individually there are some real gems in VB's Beauty collection.

We were especially a fan of her lip products, combining stunning buildable shades with hydration and great durability. 

Meanwhile if you are an eyeliner fan the Satin Kajal Liner is a must try, especially if you want to experiment with your colours. 

At the very luxurious end of the spectrum the foundation would be a worth 'treat yourself' purchase but I fear once you splurge you might never turn back!