When Swaps Go Bad

Hello, Beautiful!

Well, I changed the look of my blog again, I think I am addicted. Let me know what you think :)

I was on a social network earlier and I saw something that really upset me. Even though it had nothing to do with me, it upset me. Someone on the interwebs was complaining that they got stuck with a lot of products from the swap and they had to return the items because the other person either ditched or didn't want to swap anymore. I have been hearing a lot of negative stories about swaps. 

For those of you who don't know what a swap is. A swap is where to beauty junkies agree to spend a certain amount of money on items they want the other to try, then send off packages and either film or blog about the items received. Now, I have seen some pretty awesome swaps and I would love to do one soon I hope :) But, this is just so sad to hear and I wanted to share some tips I will follow, when I swap.

When Swaps Go Bad

Agree on a budget and stick to it.

Just because you go $50 over budget dont mean they will, so dont expect it.

Know your swappers style.

Send each other wish lists, tag each other on social media with the things the both of you like.

Chat often to check on progress, 

but keep items purchased to yourself.

If you feel the swapper isn't shopping then ask what's up on there end, maybe its money problems,

if so suggest the swap be put on hold for a while.

Swap with people you know.

Swap with someone you are familiar with, someone who hangs in your same or distant circles.

Someone who isn't going to want to screw you over.

Final Thoughts.

Beauty bloggers, gurus, junkies, addicts. Whatever you want to call us, this is how we support, play and get to know one another as a community. Anyone who is willing to hurt or harm their own reputation for a few products is a very low standing individual. 

We cant hurt each other or we will never stand. There I said it.

QOTD:

Would you swap with someone you didn't know?