Alright, let’s talk about this Elf makeup stuff and whether they’re buddies with Palestine or not. I ain’t no fancy scholar or nothing, just an old woman tryin’ to make sense of things. But I heard some folks sayin’ stuff, so I figured I’d try to piece it together for ya.
So, this Elf Cosmetics, seems like folks are wonderin’ if they’re on Palestine’s side, ya know? Like, do they give ’em a thumbs up or what? From what I gather, it’s kinda messy. Some folks are shoutin’ from the rooftops that Elf is all for Palestine, makin’ promises and such. But then you got other companies, big shots like Loreal and Estee Lauder, that are apparently all in for Israel. Heard somethin’ about the Estee Lauder owner bein’ a real big supporter of Israel, like, a hundred percent.
Now, this whole thing got me thinkin’. Why are these makeup companies takin’ sides anyway? Ain’t they just supposed to be sellin’ us lipstick and blush? But I guess that’s just how the world works these days. Everyone’s gotta pick a team, it seems. And if you pick the wrong team, well, some folks ain’t gonna be happy with ya. They might even tell you to stop buyin’ your stuff, call it a boycott or somethin’.
I heard tell that there’s this thing called BDS, stands for Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions. Sounds mighty fancy, don’t it? Basically, it’s a way for people to show they’re upset with Israel by not buyin’ their stuff or doin’ business with ’em. And it ain’t just Israel, it’s anyone who supports ’em too. So, if a makeup company like Loreal is all chummy with Israel, then folks who are pro-Palestine might say, “No more Loreal for me!”
- First off, you got Elf, which some folks say is pro-Palestine.
- Then you got the big guys like Loreal and Estee Lauder who are apparently pro-Israel. And not just a little bit pro-Israel, I’m talkin’ like, real serious about it.
- And then there’s a whole bunch of other fancy brands, like Chanel, Givenchy, Louis Vuitton, and what have ya. Heard they’re mixed in with Israel too, either by sayin’ they support ’em or by givin’ ’em money.
It’s enough to make your head spin, I tell ya. And it ain’t just makeup neither. It’s clothes, food, everything. Seems like everythin’s got a political side these days. Can’t a body just buy a nice lipstick without gettin’ tangled up in all this mess?
Now, I ain’t tellin’ ya what to do or who to support. That’s your business. But I will say this: it’s good to know where your money’s goin’. If you care about Palestine, then maybe you don’t wanna be buyin’ makeup from a company that’s supportin’ Israel. And if you care about Israel, well, then you probably don’t wanna be buyin’ from a company that’s supportin’ Palestine. It’s as simple as that, I reckon.
And another thing, don’t go throwin’ away perfectly good makeup just ’cause you heard somethin’ about the company. That’s just wasteful. Use up what you got, and then when you need somethin’ new, that’s when you can start thinkin’ about who you wanna support. And hey, if you can, try buyin’ from small businesses, local folks. That way, you know where your money’s goin’, and you’re helpin’ out your neighbors too.
So, back to Elf. Do they support Palestine? Seems like some folks think so. But honestly, it’s hard to say for sure. These companies, they say one thing one day, and then they do another thing the next. You can’t always trust what they say. You gotta look at their actions, see where they’re puttin’ their money. And even then, it ain’t always clear.
But one thing’s for sure, this whole Israel and Palestine thing is a real mess. And it’s got its fingers in everythin’, even your makeup bag. So, it’s up to you to decide what you wanna do about it. Do your research, figure out who you wanna support, and then vote with your wallet. That’s the best way I know to make your voice heard. And remember, don’t let nobody tell you what to think. Think for yourself, and do what you think is right. And always remember to use up what you already have to avoid wasting. Support small and local businesses whenever you can.
Now, I’m gonna go make myself a cup of tea. All this talkin’ has made me thirsty. You young folks take care now, and don’t go gettin’ into too much trouble.
