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…
Do not buy foundation.
My guilty splurge is lipstick. YSL or Dior have a lipstick that I’d perfumed and the color is so perfect on every skin tone that the experience is lux. And to me the colors are richer. to me
You may, if you want to be a big spender and she loves makeup…you may consider the ambient palatte from hourglass. I’m not advanced enough to know how to use it but I know it can create gorgeous results.