Savvy Beauty on a Budget: 25 Tips to Save You Money
As a beauty enthusiast, I’ve learned that looking good doesn’t have to break the bank. Over the years, I’ve discovered clever ways to reduce my spending without sacrificing my love for all things beauty. Here are my top 25 tips to help you save money on your beauty routine.
Multi-Tasking Marvels
Look for products that can do double or triple duty. A lipstick can moonlight as blush or eyeshadow, while eyeshadow can become a highlighter. Even chapstick can moisturize cuticles!
Try Before You Buy
Before committing to a new product, ask for a free sample. Higher-end stores like Sephora will happily provide you with a trial run. You can also get samples with online orders, perfect for travel.
DIY Delights
Ditch expensive brand-name masks and create your own using ingredients like avocado, honey, and oatmeal. Your skin (and wallet) will thank you!
Stock Up and Save
Keep an eye out for sales, especially during Sephora’s bi-annual events in April and November. Stock up on your favorite products and save up to 20% off your entire order.
Get Every Last Drop
Don’t let product go to waste! Cut open tubes to extract every last bit of goodness.
Customize Your Coverage
Create your own tinted moisturizer by adding a few drops of foundation to your go-to moisturizer. It’s a perfect match in a formula that works for your skin.
Air Dry and Save
Ditch the blow dryer a few days a week to get healthier hair, extend the life of your color, and save on your electricity bill.
Chill Your Polish
Store nail polish in the fridge to maintain its smooth consistency and get more use out of one bottle.
Use Less, Save More
You don’t need a ton of product to get the job done. Cut back on shampoo and conditioner, and try using less of your higher-end products.
Hair School Havens
Get a quality cut at a significant discount by visiting a local hair school. Students need practice, and you’ll benefit from their skills.
Cash Back Beauty
Shop online through Ebates to earn cash back on your beauty purchases. You’ll find Sephora, Hudson’s Bay, The Body Shop, MAC, and more listed.
Coconut Oil Wonders
This miracle oil works as a hair mask, scrub, and hydrating makeup remover. Get creative and enjoy the benefits!
E.L.F. Cosmetics
Experiment with makeup or find affordable dupes with E.L.F. Cosmetics. Their products are cheap, good quality, and cruelty-free. Sign up for their email list for great coupon deals.
The Ordinary for Skincare
Discover affordable skincare products that work just as well as more expensive options. The Ordinary has become a super fan favorite!
Recycling Rewards
Certain companies will reward you with free products for returning used packaging. MAC’s “Back to MAC” program and Lush’s “5 Pot Program” are just two examples.
YouTube Reviews
Check out YouTube reviews to see if that product you’re lusting over is worth the price tag.
Vaseline Vixen
This cheap savior can be used as chapstick, hand cream, foot cream, and even mixed with lipstick for a DIY tinted lip gloss.
Dollar Store Delights
Pick up essentials like cotton balls, nail files, and bobby pins at the dollar store. They might not be the best quality, but they’ll do the trick.
Extend Time Between Hair Colors
Use root touch-up kits or root cover-up sprays to hide grays and extend the time between hair colorings.
Coupon Queen
Find digital coupons or print them at home to save on beauty and health products.
Birthday Freebie
As a Sephora Beauty Insider, enjoy an annual birthday gift – no purchase necessary!
Mascara Magic
Make your mascara last longer by adding a drop or two of contact lens solution to loosen up stuck product. Warm it up before use for a smoother application.
Free Sample Frenzy
Sign up for sites like SampleSource and Samplits to receive free samples in the mail. Take a survey after trying them out, and enjoy the goodies!
Splurge When It Matters
Prioritize your spending by splurging on products that matter most to you, like skincare and foundation.
Gift with Purchase
Keep an eye out for gift with purchase offers from department stores like The Bay, especially if you’re a fan of Clinique or Estee Lauder products.
Now, it’s your turn! Share your favorite beauty hacks to save money in the comments below!
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