I wish this topic was discussed more in the beauty community. I think many people are addicted to buying but have a hard time accepting that what they once considered as a hobby is now an addiction. It's sad that KZitem has normalized having an entire room dedicated to makeup specifically and having drawers upon drawers of expired products. I recently saw a comment below a product review of a girl saying that she has already broken her no-buy this year despite the fact that she had over 400 eye shadow palettes to start with and another commenter under that one claiming she probably has more makeup then the KZitemrs she's subscribed to. If that is not an addiction then I don't know what is- especially if they are not receiving free product. I noticed that I was starting to get out of hand back in 2016 when I had around 80ish palettes and a ridiculous amount of lip products. I got rid of all the expired stuff, gave away the rest I could live without and now I will only keep 20 palettes tops even though that's probably still a lot to some people. Great job on the video and the tips are very helpful especially what you say about giving yourself shorter "no buy" goals to start with.
@mignoncobra
3 жыл бұрын
Hey HyperASHitive, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful comment! I can't take the credit for this video idea, I actually recently subscribed to a subreddit "Makeup Rehab" and while I was there, I realized that I wasn't the only person who was feeling this way about their makeup and the relationship with it. I have a personality type that goes hard in all my "hobbies" so I didn't want to make a video demonizing "makeup" or that people should go cold turkey. I wanted to better my situation with makeup and money and I thought that I'd share with people some things that helped me so others can not feel alone and also provide some tips or possible solutions to their makeup situation ^_^ Thank you for sharing your story with makeup. It makes me happy that my video allowed you to share that with me. I feel less alone and I thank you for that! I think that what you did sounds amazing, you culled down your collection and you are already aware of what's going on. That's like half the game. May I ask how you became aware of this and what started the change for you? Thank you again for stopping by!
@hyperashitive3217
3 жыл бұрын
@@mignoncobra Honestly, before I discovered the KZitem beauty community I did enjoy makeup but I was in that "normal" category where all the makeup I owned would fit into one of those normal-sized makeup bags and what I did own was only from the drugstore (the fact that high end makeup existed at the time was a foreign concept to me). The first review I remember watching was the BH galaxy chic palette way back in 2014. The review convinced me to buy it as well as a few other items from BH which were the first large palettes I ever owned. After that, I think I just got too deeply involved in watching makeup related content during my free time which started to snowball my spending habits and I started buying items that were no longer drug store. This went on for almost two years and I realized now that I was buying makeup to cope with anxiety/depression and using it as a "reward" for getting through a job I hated. The turning point for me was realizing that I was no longer saving money but instead buying things on credit. Also, having to come to terms with the fact that I had some expensive things expire before I was able to get good use out of them really hit the nail on the head for me. Luckily, I didn't go too far down the rabbit hole and had enough common sense not to go that much into debt over makeup. Although I don't think there's anything wrong with buying a makeup product from time to time I do think it becomes dangerous territory when we start to buy things we don't need on credit, find ourselves not saving money, or spending whatever we have left after bills just because we think we have the money. I just didn't want to destroy my financial future just to have a huge pile of expired makeup. I also had to change my values- experiences and relationships with friends/family matter more than buying another expensive item that I didn't need. Sorry for the long reply but I wasn't sure how else to explain your question. I do feel really bad when I see these other young girls who are in the same position I use to be in. It can be difficult as well if these people are using their addiction as a crutch to fill a void that's missing in some other aspect of their life and sometimes that is the case.
@mignoncobra
3 жыл бұрын
Hey hyperASHitive, wow, I feel so humbled that you took the time and care to write back such a thoughtful answer to my question. Thank you. I think you have summed up beautifully why many people, including myself, get more makeup than they intended to. There's a void in all of us and we all use different things to cope and makeup is a popular useage because it's less visual to others unlike food and drugs. Thank you for having taking the time to write this. I'm going to pin you comment so others who see this video can see your reply first
@ladykadiijha
3 жыл бұрын
Yes this is a huge issue that I struggle with, I have unsubscribed as well
@annier895
3 жыл бұрын
Also guys, go back and watch videos and swatches of makeup palettes you already have to make you excited again about something you own!
@mignoncobra
3 жыл бұрын
Great Advice Taylor R!
@parrotpirate9648
3 жыл бұрын
Gosh yes yes yes
@josettelachaussette
3 жыл бұрын
French girl here. I started making videos on overconsumption of makeup after reading under the comments of a youtuber that i didn t have too much makeup with my 10palettes because the girl had 137. It is getting put of hand
@mignoncobra
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Josette! I agree with you, sometimes things that have gotten out of hand can seem normal when compared against another. But at the end of the day, it's up to the individual to feel comfortable with the amount of stuff that they have. Good for you for starting a channel on something you're passionate about. Thank you for share and taking the time to leave a comment!
@mignoncobra
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Everyone! I hope this video finds you well. Leave a comment down below if you've ever experienced a moment where you thought...I really gotta have a better relationship with makeup! For me, it was when I was trying to fit in "mascara" into my budget and I was unemployed! *face palm* Timestamps for your viewing enjoyment
@niamhharikasen7848
2 жыл бұрын
I feel like I have a bad lip product addiction! I love all of them but some of them just aren't mine and I regret buying them. So I think it's time to let go of some of my lipglosses and embrace a rather small collection of lipglosses and liquid lipsticks🥰
@mignoncobra
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Niamh, I hear you, I def had a big lip product addiction. It was just so much fun to collect lol. For sure, girl, embrace that smaller collection of items that spark joy!
@marrionc2458
22 күн бұрын
Thank you for making this video it has helped me a lot - I know your video is 3 years old BUT did you make an update? - are you in a better place ? Thanks you 😊
@mignoncobra
22 күн бұрын
Hey Marrion, glad to hear you enjoyed the video! I am in a much better place, I just buy what I want and need. I have a few updates throughout my channel, if you are interested 😊
@wooblezZz
3 жыл бұрын
some things take mad long to use but those sales though!.... thats how they get you, and before you know it, theres a mountain of shoes at home 😁 diff things same concept
@mignoncobra
3 жыл бұрын
Hey You! Some things do take mad long to use up so I gotta be more selective about what I want to buy. Those sales do get a girl too! >_< Haha, it's true, same concept but different things. I can't let myself have a mountain of makeup, then I can't scold you for your mountain of shoes! lol Thank you for the support doe!
@ladykadiijha
3 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@parrotpirate9648
3 жыл бұрын
Gosh your so spot on damn girl. Please do more videos about the darker side of makeup youtube and addiction consumerism buying!!!! Please I l ok bed this so much.
@mignoncobra
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Everyday Autumn! I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Yes, I have made more videos on that, just go check out my makeup rehab videos! 😊
@parrotpirate9648
3 жыл бұрын
@@mignoncobra omw to watch them now. The tips you gave are flipping amazing.
@mignoncobra
3 жыл бұрын
@@parrotpirate9648 Awww thank you so much for that! I really hope you find them helpful 😊
@Faridbuza
Жыл бұрын
If you know someone with a makeup addiction, how do you tell them that they may have an addiction? Are there places where people can go for support and advice?
@mignoncobra
Жыл бұрын
Hey Ousman, I think it's great that you're seeking out help. I used the community on reddit called "r/makeuprehab" to help me along in getting over my makeup obsession. I hope you can find it as helpful too! Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment!
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