I have worked in a Coca-Cola bottling company for 2 summers as student. I have seen the way the drinks are done and have tasted "real" Coca-Cola. It is way different and delicious than the one at the market. (also I couldn't sleep that same night probably because of caffeine in it, idk)
I think same is with cosmetics - facial cream of the same brand is much more expensive abroad - we can't expect the same quality here for sure. Problem is - I want to spend more money for product with better quality. Stop this "the cheaper - the better"!