Embracing Freedom in Beauty Spending
We believe that discretionary spending should bring joy, not guilt. As long as you’re saving for emergencies and retirement, why not splurge on what makes you happy? However, sometimes our spending habits can get out of control, becoming more about habit than happiness.
A Year Without Makeup
One woman took a bold step by cutting all makeup spending from her budget for an entire year. She was inspired by beauty haul and tutorial videos on YouTube, but realized she needed to reassess her spending habits. By doing so, she discovered which beauty products truly mattered to her.
Cutting Back on Beauty Essentials
We asked our community to share the one beauty product or service they cut from their budget and don’t miss. Here’s what they had to say:
Simplifying Skincare
- Carissa ditched foundation, focusing on toners and moisturizers to achieve healthy, glowing skin.
- Michelle simplified her skincare routine to just one face wash and moisturizer, eliminating the need for multi-step regimens.
- Robyn replaced store-bought exfoliants with a DIY mix of oat flour, rice flour, and green tea, saving money and reducing waste.
Streamlining Hair Care
- Eliza traded hair dye for a natural, silver fox look, eliminating the hassle of root upkeep.
- Lyss reduced her colorful nail polish collection, opting for a more low-maintenance approach to nail care.
- Angee discovered that hair conditioner works just as well as shaving cream, simplifying her routine.
Makeup Minimalism
- Lauren eliminated primer from her makeup routine, finding it unnecessary.
- Drea and Courtney both cut back on eyeshadow, opting for simpler, more natural looks.
- Emily stopped using aggressive acne treatments, instead embracing gentle, hydrating skincare.
Sustainable Choices
- Laurence replaced plastic razors with a safety razor, reducing waste and saving money.
- K. stopped buying sheet masks, opting for refrigerated night cream as a more eco-friendly alternative.
- Lindsay replaced multiple beauty products with 100% extra virgin coconut oil, reducing waste and simplifying her routine.
By reevaluating their beauty spending habits, these individuals discovered that sometimes, less is more. They’ve found freedom in simplicity, and their wallets are happier too.
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