Oh, happy days! There are lanterns everywhere, you’re filled with light, the sky is a flurry of colours, and your bank account is flush with your bonus. Need any more signs to herald Diwali? The five days of festivities are interspersed with copious amounts of rich food, taash parties and late nights by the boatload.
A big part of Diwali, however, is gifting, and TBH, there’s nothing quite like ‘yourself presents’. Because, hey, you work hard all year and you deserve to treat yo’ self. But in the manic rush to get everything ordered, sometimes, well, things get out of hand and, let’s face it, out of budget! And before you know it, you’re sitting on a mound of goodies, eyeball-deep in credit card debt. Skrrt and skedaddle. My fellow editors and I have often been victims of overspending. Okay, maybe not victims, but we’re definitely guilty of overindulging. So, we devised a fun way to get everything we want, all the while sticking to our budgets. We assigned different cash limits and created the best possible kits, and here’s what we came up with.
Here are some affordable to luxury makeup products to indulge in this Diwali:
A Gift Package For Every Budget
Thrifty Beauty
Here’s a list of items to buy if you are on a budget but still need that holiday glam! These products won’t break your bank, but they are sure to break the internet the moment your festive pictures go live!
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Best Of Both Worlds
You want to experience the luxury of high-end makeup products but don’t want to shell out that’s makes you bankrupt by the end of the festive season? These mid-range, high-quality products are just what you need for that affordable luxury. These are also great gifting options, as they won’t hurt your wallet nor the receiver’s heart.
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Money Bangs For Life
Nourish: Post-shower, smooth on the Matrix Biolage Smooth Proof Avocado Deep Smoothing Serum. Once your hair is dry, finish with the L'Oréal Paris Extraordinary Oil Hair Serum for an anti-frizz shine that lasts through brunches and bonfires alike.If you are a luxury makeup girlie, you can’t go back. Once your makeup vanity has seen the likes of Charlotte Tilbury, Too Faced, and more, you can’t settle for less. This is your sign to spend that hard-earned Diwali bonus on products that spark that inner joy.
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Parting Thoughts
Conclusion: Hocus Pocus, now you’re not brokus, because you’ve learnt how to spend your Diwali Bonus. Your Diwali bonus is extra money you get in a year that doesn’t need to be spent on boring things such as rent, bills, and groceries. This is an additional amount that is for you to splurge on yourself and things that spark joy in you. If makeup sparks joy in you, this multi-budget list is going to be the only guide you need.
FAQs
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Does price matter when it comes to makeup?
To some extent, yes, if you invest in really cheap makeup from questionable places, they might include ingredients that are toxic for your skin to meet the price point. You can get incredibly good makeup for reasonable prices as long as they are from trusted brands. Really expensive makeup costs that much because of the international trade laws, rare ingredient costs, packaging and shipping costs, and lastly, brand legacy.
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How can I do minimal makeup for the festive season?
A minimal makeup for the festive season can be summarised into Prep-Cover-Set. Prep your skin with primer, concealer, and foundation if you want an all-day stay. Cover your face with a splash of colour, with blush, eyeshadow, lipstick, and even a highlighter. Last, set everything with a setting powder and spray to lock in the pigment.
