Items that are typically much cheaper when purchased at airport duty-free shops include tobacco products (such as cigarettes and cigars), premium alcoholic spirits, designer fragrances, luxury cosmetics, and high-end skincare sets. Because these specific product categories are heavily levied with national excise taxes, local import tariffs, and value-added taxes (VAT) in domestic retail markets, buying them tax-free within international airport terminals can yield significant financial savings for travelers.