Budget Beauty Tips
When it comes to refreshing your look, it’s incredibly easy to fall into the trap of spending a ton of money on a lot of products. But there’s no need to do this when there are plenty of budget-friendly ways to achieve the same goal. Read on to see how easy it can be with our budget beauty tips.
Lip Liner/Eyebrow Pencil/Eyeliner
Our first beauty tip is the trio of a lip liner, eyebrow pencil and an eyeliner. They should be a staple in every makeup kit. All three can be exceptionally affordable, and they also give you the shape and pop you are looking for.
You might be browsing store shelves or looking online at say, the Adore Beauty sale, you’ll easily be able to find the shades and colours you’re looking for that will quickly and easily take your look to the next level.
Moisturiser with SPF
One of the best ways to keep your skin looking fresh and young for years to come is to get into the habit of applying moisturiser with SPF every day before you head out. By now we all know how much damage the sun can to do skin, from from accentuating wrinkles, to causing it to look leathery and prematurely old.
While moisturiser might seem exceptionally expensive, in the long run, over time, the long-lasting benefits are well worth the apparent expense.
Concealer
There will always be those days when you have a blemish you just can’t get rid of, or you may have darker circles under your eyes because of a long night. There’s ne need for expensive treatments. A dab of an over the counter inexpensive concealer is all you need to hide these issues.
If you don’t wear concealer often, you might want to splash out and get a more expensive brand, but more often than not, a more affordable option will do the job just as well.
Homemade Masks
We all know the benefits of face masks, and how much of a difference they can make when you have problems with your skin. Did you know how easy face masks are to make at make at home.
Take for example a face mask with avocado and honey, It’s perfect for moisturising, while one that’s filled with lemon juice and turmeric can brighten up your skin.
Homemade Exfoliator
Exfoliation is one of the best things you can do to give your skin a refresh and bring all the younger looking skin to the surface. Once again, there’s no need to head to a spa for this, as you can make one yourself.
Both oatmeal and coffee grounds are perfect for making homemade exfoliators, and you can use them in the bath or shower. You can also use it across your entire body, leaving your skin feeling and looking fresh and smooth.
Ice Rollers/Ice Bulbs
Puffiness is a struggle we all go through, and having to cover it with makeup is not only time-consuming, but can also be very bad for your skin. But fear not, there is a very affordable solution out there.
Ice rollers and ice bulbs can be placed in the freezer, and when you wake up the next morning, you can use them across your face to drastically reduce any swelling and puffiness you may be experiencing.
Hair Treatments
Your hair is another important aspect that you can’t afford to forget about. It would be fabulous if we all could treat ourselves at our favourite hair salon every week, but not all of us have the budget to do this, or get expensive treatments. Much like the rest of this list, this is a problem that has many affordable solutions.
A deep-conditioning mask is brilliant for adding bounce, reviving shine, and reducing frizziness in your hair. For a DIY option, Aloe Vera and coconut oil are brilliant when combined to add moisture and shine to your hair.
Best for your Budget: Multipurpose Products
For those of us on a budget, look out for multipurpose beauty products. An old trick is for example, using a lip tint, on your cheeks and eyes as well as your lips!
Not only is this a great way to save money, but it also helps you to create more blende makeup looks. Squalane oil, for example, can be used as a body moisturiser, lip balm, hair oil, and even as a shaving oil.
Know What You Need
Finally, beauty on a budget becomes even easier when you know what you need and what you don’t. If you have naturally healthy and shiny hair, there’s no need to buy an expensive hair mask or oil.
Be clear in your mind with what you need and what your problem areas are, and this will not only help you stick to your budget, but also free up your budget and allow you to splurge on a more expensive version of something you do need. Follow our budget beauty tips and you’ll be able to refresh your looks and take care of yourself and your bank account at the same time.
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