For example, expensive mascara, foundation, etc…is it worth it to buy as a gift or will I be better off giving something else that may last a long time? I have no idea about make-up.

Context: I am a med-student so these things will be bought out of my personal savings which aren’t a lot.

Also, what are your thoughts on makeup products from MAC and Huda Beauty? I was eyeing a long lasting mascara to buy for my partner from either MAC or Huda Beauty but I can get something else like clothes for her in the same price…

  • cooniemoonie@alien.topBEnglish
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    11 months ago

    do not splurge on mascara. its recommended to change your mascara every three months, and most people don’t finish it all by then.
    if you’re gonna buy high end mascara, buy the mini. but there are drug store mascaras that perform the same if not better

    buying foundation and concealer is worth it IF they are in your shade and match you well. i use the NARS light reflecting foundation, which is expensive but it’s the only foundation i’ve found that matches me well

    i would not want anyone to gift me makeup though unless i specifically mentioned or hinted before that i want it

    it’s better to get a gift card

    • canigetayikes@alien.topBEnglish
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      11 months ago

      That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t put effort into gifting the gift card!

      Just handing her a card and saying “pick something out that you like” doesn’t show the effort and care that is the emotional aspect of gifting, and comes across as low-effort. What you’re demonstrating here by coming on this sub and asking for help shows that you do care, so make sure she knows it!

      Wrap it up, write a heartfelt note or “One shopping date for an eyeshadow as pretty as you are” or something cute (and true to your relationship), maybe put it inside a makeup bag for her new makeup. If she has something she re-purchases (a lipgloss or setting powder or moisturizer) then maybe buying her one of those, and adding the gift card to it.

      • folklovermore_@alien.top
        BEnglish
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        11 months ago

        Yes this! A couple of years ago my sister got me a voucher for an online sewing shop for Christmas, but she stuck the code on a piece of coloured card and decorated it with a still from The Shop Around The Corner and stickers of Christmassy decorations and the city I live in. I loved it so much I’ve still got it stuck to the inside of one of my sewing boxes even though I used the code ages ago. Something like that can definitely help elevate it from being ‘just’ a gift card.