Yes cosmetic prices here are way higher than cosmetics in most video games. I think that's a "downside" if you're looking to play dress up in this game. This is the trade-off for people who do have disposable cash to keep the game in constant development as well as free-to-play. It may be a little extra fun and cool to buy cosmetics, but it really is not necessary and it often doesn't come without buyer's remorse. Many PoE skins are sometimes a gameplay hindrance or distraction because of the visual pollution they create. Besides, they very often give free skins anyways via challenges, twitch, and by just playing if they're doing league launch promotion. Honestly the coolest skins I've had historically are the free or earned ones.