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Is it kind of rude to get someone acne treatment for their birthday?
29 Dec2010
It’s my best friend. It’s not just any acne treatment either it’s the range from the Body Shop! The tea tree oil range…
I know she’s trying to get rid of some spots but I’m not sure whether I should get her the stuff cus it might upset her?
How about a gift card to a really nice jewelry store, then?
I tried choosing her earrings but we like really different things so it’s hard for me. I’m worried this might look a bit impersonal though. But I thought we could go and choose it together?
I know she’s trying to get rid of some spots but I’m not sure whether I should get her the stuff cus it might upset her?
How about a gift card to a really nice jewelry store, then?
I tried choosing her earrings but we like really different things so it’s hard for me. I’m worried this might look a bit impersonal though. But I thought we could go and choose it together?
21 Responses to Is it kind of rude to get someone acne treatment for their birthday?
Kat
December 30th, 2010 at 11:56 am
B**** move.
LORI
January 2nd, 2011 at 5:41 pm
For me best to get her something.
For me best to get her something else think it might upset her something else think it might upset.
For me best to get her something else think it might upset her something.
Jay P
January 5th, 2011 at 7:10 am
It depends on how sensitive towards her face she is and whether she asked for it or not
Good Monkey Ten Bananas
January 6th, 2011 at 9:06 pm
If she’s said she’d like some but it’s expensive you could offer to get it for her.
Or give her a voucher for the body shop.
otherwise I wouldn’t get it – besides her maybe finding it rude it’s a pretty dull present!
shegotthatwifeystatus26
January 8th, 2011 at 7:03 am
it depends on how close you to are. but try something else, just to be safe. then later tell her that you saw some stuff that really worked.
hope that helps!
Krysoprase
January 10th, 2011 at 11:44 pm
If it is something she wants and regards it as a “special” treat then it isn’t rude. If she has never thought about her acne being a problem but you do and you think she needs it then it is insensitive and possibly rude.
Emo/preppy chick
January 11th, 2011 at 6:56 pm
Well, if you’ve known her for a LONG LONG LONG time then I think it’s ok. But even if you have known her for a long time, if she super self conscious about her acne then I wouldn’t do it.
Gus
January 12th, 2011 at 1:25 pm
If it were me i would but that’s how i am
minigo
January 14th, 2011 at 1:38 pm
depends how close u are… =/ i dont no if i’d like dat very much to be honest… lol…
Give it a try… u might risk it tho =P
Kitten
January 17th, 2011 at 4:50 pm
If you know that they are having skin trouble and have told you openly then it should be okay, When she opens the present explain your reason behind getting that particular gift though.
If your friend hasn’t said anything to you about it or is a bit sensitive it will deffinately upset them.
Also think of how you would react if someone gave you this present for your birthday- how would you feel?
Paula P
January 18th, 2011 at 10:59 pm
Maybe you should ask her privately first?
She might appreciate it if she can’t afford it herself. But she needs to know what you are getting so she doesn’t open it in front of anyone. That would upset her – if it was a surprise.
Faye Leroi
January 20th, 2011 at 8:36 pm
i think it depends. if shes a close friend that you’ve known for a while then it shouldn’t really be an issue, if i had acne ( which i dont ) i wouldnt mind if my bestfriend gave me it for a present. its no big deal.
Alice
January 22nd, 2011 at 9:38 pm
thats a toughie
unless she asks you for it i wouldnt get it
Ekans
January 25th, 2011 at 10:13 am
Unless it’s something she’s asked for, you probably shouldn’t. I have acne and that would make me a little self conscious, plus prescription stuff tends to work a lot better anyway…
rue
January 26th, 2011 at 6:02 pm
no
if i were you, i would get two of these acne treatment gift voucher things and go witht the person so that they don’t see your gift as an insult. by being there with them, there is less chance of them seeing the gift as rude and you will get more quality one-on-one time together. they might be sensative about their acne and with both of you getting the treatment, you will connect on a more personal level with them as they feell closer to you. i think this is a nicer way to present the gift rather than letting them go alone where it could be seen as a mean joke.
garyindiana
January 27th, 2011 at 8:03 pm
I bought my wife an ironing board cover for her 30th birthday and now she’s my ex-wife…I bought breath freshner for my new fiance and now…yes you’ve guessed it…what will I get my new girlfriend for Christmas..she’s got varicose veins so should I get her ????…WHAT….
ellis jane :)
January 28th, 2011 at 3:23 pm
depends how close you are, if youve got the kind of relationship were anything can happen, and you wont really get upset with each other.
ithink you should get it for her, if she’s self contious about the spots on her skin, if wil boost her confidence to be spot free.
good luck with the answer.
xx
sunny
January 31st, 2011 at 9:37 am
if you even have to ask the question then its a no!!!! get her something ewlse she can buy that herself
i?atl
February 3rd, 2011 at 3:39 pm
that would annoy me if i was her, don’t do it
Heather
February 4th, 2011 at 7:29 am
Yes it is kind of rude and insulting to get someone acne treatment for their birthday. How would you feel if she got you a bar of Ivory soap because she thinks you smell? Even with the best of intentions you have a high chance of making your friend feel bad. I would choose another gift so that you do not hurt her feelings.
I’m not sure about the gift card to the jewelry store. Is it a store that your friend likes and shops at? If not, then it might not be a good idea. Unless your friend plans on buying jewelry, the gift will not be appreciated.
Lauren
February 5th, 2011 at 8:22 am
Unless she told you that she wanted you to buy her this do not buy this. It wouldn`t feel too good to get an acne kit on your birthday, and it might be embarrasing for her too. Just give her a gift card to a store she really likes and then throw in some little stuff like some lip gloss or some candy to make it look like you gave just more than a gift card. Hope I helped! Good Luck!