In America I use products such as nars, mac, urban decay, and too faced. I got a gloss which has…read morenice shine but the color is whatever. A gold shadow I use as highlight, works nicely. The mascara is also nice, I got the 'luxurious lashes' one and the eyeliner is extremely creamy and looks great on. While I am enjoying these products I do have to comment that I was surprised at how rude some of the workers were. Talking shit on customers in Italian and very rude when they didn't need to be. What a shame because I really wanted to like this store but do not want to give money to such rude people.

This is a decently regarded cosmetics and skin care company from France…read more I had much time to kill and needed another shimmer shade on the lips. Looking at what was available, there were lots of different offerings. The difference among them all?: I couldn't read. Queue nonexistent, but lots of customers inside the train station shopping. Don't forget to tell the cashier, "buona giornata"! The nonshopper, non splurger in me parted with €5. Next to Grom gelateria. PS Prix raissonbles!!

I'm a fan, but you have to pick and choose your products here. One of the best things about Kiko is…read morethe price: these are really accessible products which range from essentials to slightly gimicky one-offs, but when they have a sale you can afford to try even a range of rather curious items, from serums to eyebrow brushes, nail-art accessories to automatic eye-shadow dispensers. They also have fun seasonal ranges which can inspire you to change up your look. A couple of the products I've tried have been slightly disappointing, including a lipstick felt-tip pen and a pigment eye-shadow. However, one of my favourite lipsticks is also from here, and I love their translucent powder. The rewards app incentivises loyalty, but you have to spend at least €200 to get a €10 discount, so it won't happen overnight. The store that I am reviewing has a large glass window which helps when viewing the products, but it was a bit tired looking inside. The counters were easy to get around and the staff helpful.

I, an avowed non-shopper, love buying for a specific family member. Hate shopping for myself, love…read moreshopping for her. Go figure. Cosmetics are always a hit because they don't have to fit. You can buy a fistful of quality products here for reasonable prices. The majority of the ones that I bought were made in Germany, not China. A waterproof eyeshadow in an array of colours is €9. There was some sort of special on lip products - not exactly sure what the deal was, as the first day the discount was on the purchase of three items, and the next day it was buy four get two free. Both times they gave a coupon for €10 off purchases made after November 1. The regular price for the lipliner is €2,50; love the colour options, love the quality, love the price. The have an organic section for slightly higher prices. Really helpful service on both occasions, even suffering through my communication attempts in Italian.

This jewel box of a store near the Spanish Steps is full of delightful soaps, perfumes, creams and…read moremore. SMN has been around for 800+ years producing convent made skincare and scents. I've loved their items for many years - the hand cream is top tier and their Rosa Novella soap is gorgeous. The staff is lovely and loaded me up with a ton of really great samples. Bring your passport to get that sweet, sweet tax refund.

I discovered a new hand cream at L'Occitane! Rose Poire (rose and pear) is a new scent for…read moreChristmas time. It's light in fragrance with the scent being very subtle. The 1 oz standard is only €8.00 instead of $12 USD back in the states. Being at Termini station makes it super easy to get products on the go!

The most essential bath and oil finds. I stock up on the bath gels for my husband! The verbena…read moreand L'occitan gel douche are so special. Great aromas that stay with the body.