Comments by "Poisonelle Misty" (@PoisonelleMisty4311) on "BBC World Service"
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The beauty industry is a tough game, especially for women from low socioeconomic backgrounds like myself. It's frustrating to see all these high-end brands like Huda Beauty creating products that are way out of our price range. It almost feels like beauty is reserved for the wealthy, leaving the rest of us struggling to make ends meet looking and feeling less than our best.
I've had my fair share of rough jobs just to survive, and I've learned to be smart with my money. Splurging on expensive makeup is just not a priority for me when there are bills to pay and mouths to feed. But it does make you wonder, why is beauty so unattainable for those of us who aren't rolling in cash?
I think about all the women out there who are in the same boat as me, trying to make ends meet and still feel beautiful in the process. Why isn't there more talk about the role capitalism plays in the beauty industry? It's like they want to keep us in this cycle of feeling like we have to spend a fortune to look presentable.
But you know what? I refuse to buy into that narrative. I won't resort to drastic measures just to fit into society's standards of beauty. I believe there should be more affordable options out there for women like us who just want to look and feel good without breaking the bank.
So here's to the women who hustle and work hard every day just to make ends meet. We deserve to feel beautiful too, and it's time for the beauty industry to start recognizing that. Let's demand more affordable, high-quality products that cater to all women, regardless of their financial status. Beauty should be inclusive, not exclusive. And until that happens, we'll keep pushing for change.
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Oh, poor women can't afford Huda beauty? How tragic. I'm sure they are just devastated that they can't spend their hard-earned money on overpriced makeup. Clearly, Huda needs to get on creating some bargain bin products for all those low socioeconomic status women out there. Because, you know, only the rich and privileged should be allowed to look beautiful. Who cares if you're struggling financially, at least you'll have some bomb eyeshadow, right? And let's not forget that having a 9 to 5 job is the only way to afford makeup - God forbid you work hard to make yourself look good. Because obviously, if you can't afford luxury brands, you should just resort to stealing or selling your body, right? It's not like there are more important things in life than makeup. So let's all just ignore the glaring issues of capitalism in the beauty industry and focus on how we can make sure every woman has the privilege of looking flawless, no matter the cost. Because that's what really matters, right?
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Oh, how silly of me to think that women from low socioeconomic backgrounds deserve to feel beautiful too! Clearly, Huda Beauty needs to cater to us poor gals by creating a special "dirt cheap" line just for us. Because obviously, only the rich ladies should have access to quality makeup. Who cares about those struggling to make ends meet, right?
It's absolutely mind-boggling that only those with a cushy 9 to 5 job can afford to splurge on makeup. I mean, how dare they suggest that we should prioritize basic needs over beauty products! And heaven forbid anyone suggest that maybe - just maybe - the beauty industry is a tad bit profit-driven.
But hey, who needs fancy makeup when you've got a resume full of grueling, low-paying jobs under your belt? Who cares about looking like a million bucks when you've learned to scrape by on next to nothing? Because clearly, being poor means you should just resign yourself to never feeling beautiful.
But hey, at least there's always a way for women to look gorgeous, right? Who cares if makeup is unaffordable for some - capitalism rules! Beauty products will always find a way to squeeze every last penny out of those who can't afford it.
So let's just keep ignoring the glaring inequalities in the beauty industry and pretend that everyone has equal access to looking fabulous. Because clearly, poverty and beauty don't mix - unless you're willing to sell your soul to the highest bidder. Oh, the joys of capitalism!
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Oh, how silly of me to think that women from low socioeconomic status deserve to look beautiful too! Clearly, only the rich and privileged should have access to luxury brands like Huda beauty. Because, you know, struggling to make ends meet means you don't deserve to treat yourself with nice makeup. Who needs affordable options when you can just work yourself to the bone in a 9 to 5 job to afford a lipstick, right? Because obviously, capitalism in the beauty industry is just too sacred to question. Let's keep pretending that makeup is bad and unattainable for those who can't afford it, because who needs inclusivity when you can just be a struggling industry worker, cleaner, janitor, substitute teacher or nanny who values money over vanity? Let's just keep ignoring the fact that there are high-quality and cheap products out there that could make a difference for those who are struggling financially. Because, you know, why bother discussing the real issues when we can just keep perpetuating the cycle of capitalism in the beauty industry? Way to go, society. Way to go.
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Huda Beauty, more like Huda Broke-tiful for us poor ladies! I mean, seriously, who has the money to drop on a $60 eyeshadow palette when you're living off ramen noodles and tap water? It seems like only the rich can afford to look fabulous, while the rest of us are stuck looking like we just rolled out of bed (which, let's be honest, we probably did).
I've worked all sorts of crazy jobs just to make ends meet, but you best believe I ain't spending my hard-earned cash on overpriced makeup. Who needs a $50 foundation when you can get a $5 one at the drugstore, am I right? I may not have the fanciest brands in my makeup bag, but I still slay on a budget.
And don't even get me started on the whole "beauty is pain" mentality. Like, why can't we have high-quality makeup that doesn't cost an arm and a leg? Why do we have to choose between looking good and paying our bills? It's like they want us to stay poor and plain so they can keep making bank off our insecurities.
But hey, at the end of the day, makeup is just a way to enhance what's already beautiful on the inside. So who cares if we can't afford the latest trends? We'll rock that dollar store lipstick like it's high fashion, and we'll do it with a smile on our faces. Because real beauty doesn't come in a fancy package – it comes from the heart. And that's something money can't buy.
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Oh, poor me, with my low socioeconomic status, struggling to afford Huda beauty while all those rich ladies flaunt their luxury brands. It's so unfair that only the wealthy can look beautiful, right? Maybe Huda should create a line for us peasants who can't afford to splurge on makeup. But hey, who needs expensive products when you've worked your way through a bunch of physically demanding jobs like me, right? I'll stick to my budget-friendly options and save my hard-earned cash for more important things. But seriously, why don't they make high-quality products that us poor folks can actually afford? It's like they want us to steal or do something drastic just to fit in. Capitalism in the beauty industry is alive and well, my friends. So let's talk about that instead of shaming women for wanting to look their best. After all, beauty shouldn't come with a price tag, right?
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Oh, thank you for enlightening us with your struggles of being unable to afford Huda beauty. Clearly, the world is in dire need of cheaper makeup specifically tailored for those in low socioeconomic backgrounds. Because, you know, looking beautiful is the most important thing in life, especially for those of us who have to take physically demanding jobs just to survive.
It's so unfair that only the rich and privileged can afford luxury brands, while the rest of us peasants are left looking like trolls. Surely, the beauty industry should prioritize creating affordable products for us hardworking, poverty-stricken individuals. After all, who needs food or shelter when you can have the latest Huda beauty palette?
But hey, who needs capitalism in the beauty industry anyway? Let's just ignore the fact that businesses exist to make money, and instead focus on how we can all look flawless on a budget. Because, you know, societal standards of beauty are the most pressing issue facing the world today.
So please, let's all band together and demand cheaper makeup for the downtrodden masses. Because clearly, that's what will solve all our problems.
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Huda beauty needs to realize that not everyone can drop a paycheck on a palette. I mean, we're talking Ramen-noodle-for-dinner kind of broke here. Maybe she should come out with a new line called 'Huda on a Budget' for us financially challenged ladies. Like, come on Huda, we want to slay on a budget too!
I mean, who decided that only the rich deserve to look glamorous? I've worked my butt off in all sorts of jobs just to make ends meet, I don't have the luxury of splurging on expensive makeup. And don't even get me started on the whole 'you have to work a 9 to 5 to afford nice things' mentality. I've worked way more than 9 to 5 and still can't afford designer makeup!
But you know what's really messed up? The fact that society tells us we have to look a certain way to be accepted. Like, why can't makeup be affordable for everyone? Why does it have to be a luxury item? It's like they want us to feel bad about ourselves if we don't have the latest trends. Well, guess what, I'll rock my drugstore makeup like a boss and still slay, thank you very much.
And don't even get me started on how the beauty industry keeps capitalism alive and kicking. They make us feel like we need their products to feel beautiful, when really, beauty comes from within. So next time you see those high-end brands pushing their pricey products, remember that us low-socioeconomic status ladies are beautiful just the way we are. And hey, who needs Huda beauty when you've got a killer personality and a heart of gold?
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