Recession Proof your Beauty Routine

Watching your money does not mean that you have to completely give up on your beauty routine. How much money do you really spend a month on beauty products, hair appointments, manicures and pedicures, or facials? Adding up the amount you spend to keep up your looks may be shocking. Working outside of the home does require that you look presentable and professional. Here are a few tips to help you recession proof your beauty routine, and not skimp on your personal style.

Hair Styles

Investing in a great hair cut does not have to be expensive. Contact your current hair stylist; ask what days and times the salon offers discounts. For example your salon may offer discounts on their slow days during the weeks to Military, students, or loyal customers. If you get your hair done every month, schedule your next appointment every five to six week instead of monthly.

Visit online hair forums specific to your hair type for advice on deep conditioning treatments, roller setting, and flat iron techniques. If you have naturally curly or kinky hair having a good hair cut can help your curls or kinks lay properly in a wash and go or twist out. Visit hair forums for free homemade beauty treatments that are natural and inexpensive. Coming soon, free homemade beauty treatments recipes & techniques.

Manicures & Pedicures

Change the frequency of your manicure and pedicure appointments. Aim to only go to the salon once a month. Use the extra money you spend on manicures to invest in good quality manicure tools. Shop beauty supply stores and also drug stores.

Drug Store Sales

Create a small beauty budget. This money pays for your beauty product needs. Pay attention to drug store sales on cosmetics. Nail polish, make up and hair products can routinely be found at Rite Aide and Walgreen's for 50 to 75 percent off. View their websites for in store sales each week. Look for cosmetic coupons in the store sales circular and in Sunday coupons. Be sure to grab the sales paper when you first enter the store. You can combine store coupons with manufacturer coupons. Keep your receipt the product you purchased may qualify for additional savings through rebates.

Online Sales

For skin care, the most effective, natural and economical is Elicina snail cream or Elicina PLUS with moisturizer. Elicina cream sells for $24.99 per 40g jar this includes FREE shipping and handling, Elicina PLUS with moisturizer sells for $28.99 plus FREE shipping & handling at http://www.elicinausa.com/

Stretching out your hair appointments is a great way to save money. The two extra weeks in between hair appointments is a great time to try a roller set, sophisticated up-do, professional bun, or try a new flat iron technique. If you pay attention to the sales circulars you can purchase a large variety of beauty products very inexpensively. Having cosmetics & Elicina cream on hand before you run out can prevent paying full price or buying a substitute cream which is more expensive. Use these tips to help you look fabulous with your current income.