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…

  • Hysteric_woman@alien.topBEnglish
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    11 months ago

    Imo, expensive mascaras are a waste pf money. They expire like 3/4 months after opening. If you don’t use a lot of it everyday, most of that money goes to waste since the mascara clumps when it is a bit old. Lots of drugstore mascaras are awesome. So save money on those.

    Now for foundation, I used to think it’s a scam when i was a teenager because drugstore foundations worked so well. BUT!!! Once I got my first high end foundation, I realised that it indeed makes a huge difference. So I would recommend you spend that treat money on foundation. Having said that, it is difficult to get the shade match perfect with foundation without the person actually going to the store. So, I would recommend that you ask your girlfriend to go the store with you or peak into what she already uses as foundation and go to the store and ask the assistants to match that shade.

    I am a med student as well and even though my parents pay for tuition and living expenses, I still feel the pressure to not feel like a parasite. So I slightly understand your dilemma. Hope you have a great exam season and I hope your girlfriend loves the gift you get her 💕