쉐도잉 연습: Why Small Luxuries Thrive During Recessions (The Lipstick Effect) - 영상으로 영어 말하기 배우기

Today we're diving into the concept of the lipstick effect.

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So, what exactly does the lipstick effect mean?

In simple terms, the lipstick effect refers to how consumers still spend money on small indulgences, like premium lipstick, even during tough times,

such as recessions or personal financial struggles.

It's the idea that while people may not be able to afford big luxury items, they still find a way to treat themselves to smaller affordable luxuries.

But why does this happen?

It's rooted in something economists call the income effect.

When times are hard and incomes fall, people often forego purchasing expensive goods, but they're still willing to buy little things that make them feel good,

even if they can't splurge on bigger purchases.

So, instead of buying a luxury car or vacation, they might buy a new lipstick, a coffee, or go out for a cheap night at the movies.

For businesses, especially those selling these small luxury items, the lipstick effect can be a great thing.

Brands like Estee Lauder or even fast casual restaurants can do relatively well in economic downturns

because people still find the cash to indulge in these small treats.

It's about creating a sense of normalcy and escape, even if it's just for a moment.

The lipstick effect also applies to things like cosmetics, which can help people feel more confident.

People may spend more on these goods to enhance their appearance, hoping it gives them an edge in securing or keeping a job.

However, it's not all perfect.

While the lipstick effect makes sense as an economic indicator, it has its drawbacks.

For one, tracking sales data for small luxury items like lipstick on a regular basis is challenging.

The US Bureau of Economic Analysis only releases quarterly data, which makes it difficult to use the lipstick effect for predicting economic downturns in real time.

Additionally, if the economic downturn is severe enough, even small indulgences may be cut from budgets.

When people are struggling more than usual, they might give up even their usual luxuries like lipstick or coffee. So

when did the lipstick effect become a recognized economic theory it

was first described by economist juliette shaw in 1998 in her

book the overspent america she observed this trend during past recessions and identified

that an example of the lipstick effect is easy to spot

during tough times people might still purchase lipstick a cup of coffee

or even movie tickets these purchases allow them to maintain some sense of normalcy and self-care, even when things aren't going well financially.

In the end, the lipstick effect highlights how small luxury items maintain their demand, and if the economic situation gets really bad,

people might stop spending altogether, rendering the lipstick effect less predictable.

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