Looking your best can sometimes do the worst damage to your budget. The average woman will spend $15,000 on makeup in their lifetime, according to Mint.Com. Stay stunning without dipping into your savings by trying some of these simple money saving tips.
Wait Between Washes
You typically only need to wash your hair every other day but more and more stylists are advising clients to wait longer between washes. Constantly scrubbing your scalp can strip your hair of the natural oils it needs and can also dull your highlighted hair faster. On your in between days use baby powder or dry shampoo to absorb any excessive oils.
Test the Travel-Size
Before you decide to shell out the big bucks for a luxurious lotion, find a sample size to decide if it’s really worth it. Shift through the travel-size bins at stores like Target and Ulta to find these tiny treasures. Once you find a product that perfects your look, search for a full sized bottle at discount retailers like Marshalls and T.J. Maxx. Try to avoid splurging for a shampoo at a salon because these could be marked up more significantly than what you would find online.
Buy in Bulk
For the products that you cannot live without, invest in larger quantities. Do a cost comparison by checking out how many ounces are in each bottle. Many retailers will use misleading materials to make a product look larger than it actually is.
Take Your Foundation Further
Add lotion to your favorite foundation to increase its longevity. The added moisture is also great for people with dry skin who are already using a face cream. Save time and money by combining the two and create your custom concealer.
Don’t Burn Through Your Bronzer
Keep your cheeks glowing through the winter seasons without tapping into your Christmas budget. Buy a darker bronzer than the one you are currently using and instead of packing on the powder, only do a few brush strokes. This will extend the life of your purchase without making you go pale.
Stall Your Online Shopping
While perusing the latest trends online, pause before you purchase. By leaving items in your digital cart overnight you can save money by sleeping on your decisions. Another incentive to leave clothing in your cart longer, new discounts. Many companies will email you “reminders” that you left something in your cart and will attach a discount code to encourage you to buy it.
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