Prefer + V-ing / noun
I prefer using natural skincare.
Prefer + noun + to + noun
I prefer lipstick to lip gloss.
Would rather + V (bare)
I ’d rather stay home than go out.
Prefer … rather than …
I prefer relaxing at home rather than going shopping.
I ’d rather not wear heavy makeup.
Lan prefers starting the day with a glass of water. She prefers using natural skincare because it suits her sensitive skin. She applies moisturizer and sunscreen every morning.
She ’d rather comb than brush her hair to avoid damage. Lan prefers light makeup and soft pink lipstick. She ’d rather take a warm bath than a quick shower. Before bed, she does a short face massage to glow.