How to Become a Makeup Product Review Tester

Makeup product review testing is a real thing. You may have heard of such an opportunity but thought that there is absolutely no way makeup companies are going to give you a free sample of a new product and actually pay you to review it. However, this is not a fraud. It is a legitimate way to earn a little extra cash, or at the very least, get some new, cool makeup products free.

Why Do Makeup Companies Need Product Reviewers

Makeup companies save a ton of money by using at-home product reviewers. They get valuable feedback from their target consumer before they go through the trouble of putting products on the shelves. This way, they have the opportunity to correct any issues that you, as a tester, have encountered before their market line goes public.

How to Get Started as a Makeup Product Tester from Home

Getting started as a makeup product tester is actually simple. The first thing you need is to have a working internet connection and home computer. Hop online and search for companies that use at-home product testers. Of course, use good judgment. Although this is a legitimate opportunity, there are still those who would swindle you. Therefore, once you have found a company you like, check them out thoroughly, and then sign up.


You will begin receiving emails in your inbox from your companies. You will be screened to see if you fit the criteria review tasks. If you are, you just give them your address and wait on your product to arrive!


The last steps to the process are straightforward. You test out the product and review it honestly. That is it! Most of the time you are allowed to keep the product that you have tested, and many times you are offered a payment for your services. Keep in mind, payment varies from product to product.


Becoming a makeup product tester is easy. Just search for legitimate opportunities online and sign up. Fill out your screeners and answer the questionnaires, all while getting free products and possible payment!

Here is a List of Companies that Offers Beauty Product Testing for Free:

1. Branded Surveys: At Branded Surveys, you earn points for sharing your opinions and helping shape beauty products and services of tomorrow.  The points you earn can be redeemed for cash or gift cards.  Learn more about Branded Surveys.


2. Toluna: At Toluna, you join a community of people just like you! Share your opinion on products and services of beauty brands you love and get rewarded for your time and feedback.  Learn more about Toluna. 


3. MySoapBox: By joining MySoapBox, you help brands improvement their beauty products and services by completing surveys and testing products.  MySoapBox community voice their opinions through market research studies and activities, and are rewarded for their assessment.  Learn more about MySoapBox.


4. Ipsos I-Say: Ipsos I-Say is looking for new members for their national opinion panel. They need fresh ideas on new beauty products in development. With your voice, you influence the future and direction of societies, citizens, and brands.  Learn more about Ipsos I-Say.


5. PinchMe: PinchMe offers a box of samples monthly to try out and give your opinions from leading beauty brands. Learn more about PinchMe.


6. Daily Goodie Box: Daily Goodie Box sends you a box of free samples and full size products, and all you do is let them know what you think. No catch, or credit cards needed. It's all for free.


7. L'Oreal: Get a chance to test a assortment of beauty products from L'Oreal, like haircare products, makeup products, and skincare products. Products you get to test are not yet on the market, so be the first to try.


8. Influenster: Influenster is created for people who love free products and like to share their unbiased reviews. VoxBoxes are packaged filled with freebie beauty products based on the type of products you love when you fill out your profile.


9. BzzAgent: Get Bzz-worthy products from your favorite beauty brands. Share your opinions about the products you receive free and spread the word about your experience!


10. SheSpeaks: SheSpeaks inspires women to speak and be heard. Members share their opinions, try products and influence companies and the world around them.


11. thePinkPanel: thePinkPanel is the most beautiful and fun beauty and personal care consumer panel in the United States! They seek beauty-loving consumers who enjoy providing feedback about the products they buy and review. Check out their Facebook page for the latest opportunities.


12. InStyle Trendsetters: As an InStyle Trendsetter, you'll have regular opportunities to share your thoughts, opinions and preferences on a variety of style topics from fashion to beauty products.


13. Sephora: Sephora doesn't have a product testing program, however, at times, Sephora offers samples with purchase. You can try out the samples and give your review on their website.  Also, you can review Sephora beauty products on BzzAgent.


14. Allure Beauty: At Allure Beauty, you'll share your expertise and ideas, plus be the first to learn about and try new products and services. Also attend exclusive Allure events in your area.


15. Johnson & Johnson: At Johnson & Johnson, you'll receive invitations to participate in product tests, focus groups, discussion forums and online surveys.


16. Dare to Try Program: Truth In Aging's Dare To Try It is an exclusive program to test and review skin, hair and personal care products. Their testers are given full-size products to test for at least 30-45 days. Reviews directly influence the selection of products in their community curated online store. With your help, Truth in Aging discover the most innovative formulas that really work - and discard the rest.

If you'd like to test a variety of different products and get paid for it, check out my product testing post.

Have you ever been a makeup product tester before?  If so, with what company?

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