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Woman Refuses To Split The Bill On Dates Because She Spends Money 'To Show Up'

One woman has shared the reason she will never split the bill on a date, arguing that it costs her so much to get ready, she's already spent more than her fair share by the time the check comes.

New York based TikToker Nancy posted a video breaking down all the money she spends preparing for a date with eyebrow appointments and manicures, saying "I'm actually splitting the bill before I even get to the date." 

Leading up to a date, Nancy will take a cycling exercise class (USD$38), get her eyebrows tweezed ($38 + $10 tip) and get a fresh manicure ($75 + $10 tip).

Nancy also discussed the cost of doing her hair and make-up, using a $52 blush, $36 bronzer, $32 highlighter, $26 lip gloss, $22 concealer and 6.49 curl cream.

"Regardless of the cost of the check at the end of the date, I am spending money to show up," Nancy says in the video, arguing that men don't put in nearly the same amount of effort.  

"​​Meanwhile, the guy hasn't had a haircut in weeks and shows up in the outfit he wore to the office."

"A guy is gonna ask you to split the bill on a date when he won't even split the conversation." 

"There are hidden fees women pay for dates men don't even know about. That's why I won't split the bill," Nancy captioned the TikTok.

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