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You’re out running errands and notice yourfavorite lipstickis on sale.
That is called having “backup” products.
Collecting backup products is super common in the makeup and beauty community.
In fact, one commenter said she currently had 10 of the same product just in case!
This leaves a question begging to be answered: Are backup products necessary?
While many people would cut you off with a “yes!”
Why buy a backup of something that will take you a year to use up?
And she’s right.
When should you purchase backup products?
This is especially true for hygiene products!
Regardless of your shopping and makeup habits, buying backup products is very situational.
When it comes to stocking up on tampons, though, that’s an entirely different conversation.
