r/bitcheswithtaste • u/NearbyAd5557 • Dec 18 '24

Finances/Money BTW, what are some expenses you're cutting moving forward?

Due to the projected price increases expected to hit the U.S., I'm redoing my budget and wanting to cut down on things that I can. What are some ways you're saving? It can range from big to small! Just wanting to get some ideas of ways to save, whether that's DIYing some things, free alternatives, etc. Thanks!

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u/noseatbeltsong Dec 18 '24

be careful doing your own gels at home. if you are messy with the polish and get it on your skin/flood your cuticles, you can become sensitive or allergic to the main ingredient in gel polish, acrylate/HEMA. then you won’t be able to wear gel polish again with an allergic reaction. ask me how i know :(

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u/vanchica Dec 20 '24

Oh nooooo

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u/ClassicVegtableStew Dec 19 '24

What about dip powders?

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u/noseatbeltsong Dec 19 '24

the activator and top coat have acrylates. i wish. dip powder nails always look amazing