Am I being extravagant

KARO

Fusspot wrote: »

I would just like opinions on this. I have sensitive eczema prone skin, fine coloured hair, dry skin. I have taken to using the following more expensive products, other things I buy more cheaper.

For my hair I use Wella Professionals from my hairdresser

For my skin Lush dream wash and cream

Clinique tinted moisturiser, eyeliner and lipstick for make up

Liz Earle cleanse and polish for cleanser

It all lasts but adds up, especially when some of it runs out at the same time.

Having said this I managed well enough before with my No7 tinted moisturiser, E45 wash and creams and Simple hair care.

Would you pay the extra or go back to basics? By the way I'm 53, live alone on one basic full time wage.

I would ask yourself what it is that you are buying. In most cases with the premium brands you are buying the feel-good factor that goes with owning such products.

I tend to go for good-quality products which are not the cheapest, but are also not particularly pricey, and I buy them when they're on offer.

KxMx

I use brand name toiletries exclusively, never pay full price.

What I do is shop around for deals then but several when on offer.

I'm saving money and I rarely run out

Susan1962

starrystarry wrote: »

The Vitamin E one is probably a better choice if you have sensitive skin. My skin is fine with either of them but the Naturally Radiant one is more perfumed I think. I use them to take my eye make up off, they're both fine on my eyes.

I have slightly sensitive skin and use the Naturally Radiant one without any bother. It has a nice texture and scent and comes with a linen cloth so no need to buy extra. Haven't tried the Vit E ones.
LUSH stuff - I find is often too highly scented but I use their solid shampoos for my hair as I have eczema on my scalp and it's very good. You just rub it on wet hair and then massage in. Can't remember the name as it's lasted so long!! (Green with a herbal-ish smell?)

Fireflyaway

If you can afford it and enjoy the products I don't see the problem.

On some products I spend a bit - Clarins double serum for example ( but it lasts ages) and other products I buy whatever is on offer in the supermarket!

indiepanda

Fusspot wrote: »

Would you pay the extra or go back to basics? By the way I'm 53, live alone on one basic full time wage.

I think unless you are seriously broke and have to economize everywhere, it's fine to buy some nicer things.

I guess the question is not what would we would do, but whether there's anything else you could spend the money on that would be better for you - either in terms of giving yourself more pleasure now, or in terms of securing your financial future.

If you're happy you've got enough rainy day money in your savings account to cover short term adverse events and savings for the future, why not enjoy treating yourself? If you were in serious debt or had no money to spend on experiences (studies tend to suggest longer term experiences - i.e. days / nights out / holidays) make us happier than possessions) then perhaps it would be wiser to go back to basics.

Only you know what your personal situation and preferences are - two people in the same situation could quite logically make different decisions if they enjoy different things.

I tend to buy quite nice toiletries - my downfall is having massive stocks of them and I am trying to get that under control. I'd like to pay off the mortgage early, but I can't see me using all the cheapest products in order to do be able to do so a few months sooner. Not buying as many is definitely a target though.

Kim_kim

Im a makeup, skincare & toiletries junkie.
I like the best of everything.
Its even extended to Philip Kingsley shampoo now!
About the only supermarket thing I buy is antiperspirant.
It does however give me lots of pleasure.

lynsayjane

Like you I have sensitive skin with major flare ups at times. Have only used Clinique for years for skin care and now moving into their make up range. I'd rather scrimp in other ways to ensure my face isn't a red scaly mess, it may be vanity but I've had to live with it my whole life and will do anything to prevent it being bad.
With regards shampoo I've used the Elvive thickening one the last few years and it's the best I've ever used for fine hair. I get asked by chums if I've still got extensions despite it being 2 years since I last had them.

Goldiegirl

If the products work for you, and you can afford them, then I'd carry on using them

Kaye1

I have very sensitive skin and the only thing I can use is the Body Shop Tea Tree Face Wash and Liz Earle C&P= opposite ends of the price range!
I don't wear make up so I can't comment but I recall seeing something on the tv a while ago comparing make ups and the crux of it was you are paying for the packaging and the advertising.

pollypenny

I use Clinique moisturiser, buying it in the USA usually. It lasts whole year.

Most Clinique products come in plastic tops or tubes, so the size of the container is what you get. None of those thick glass bases and sides and considerably less product than initially seems.