December 14, 2011 by
The Budget Fashionista on
December 14, 2011
This post is part of a paid content series underwritten by Dove.
We all know that olive oil is wonderful and healthy for us to cook with, but what about its other uses? Melissa give TBF readers tips on how to use that $6.99 bottle of olive oil for than just cooking.
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November 30, 2011 by
admin on
November 30, 2011
This post is part of a paid content series underwritten by Dove.
Nobody wants to spend a bundle on their beauty routine right now, and you don’t have to. There are three key ingredients to a healthy, glowing daytime look—great skin, pretty lips, and an all-over kiss of color. Here’s how:
Lip Plumper. While some lip plumping products are relatively inexpensive, they also don’t always work. Save yourself the trouble (and cash) and purchase some cinnamon oil instead (according to beauty expert Diane Irons, the oil brings the blood to the lips for temporary—about four hours’ worth—of plumping). Slick on a little lip gloss or balm for shine. NOTE: BE SURE to dab a little of the cinnamon oil in less visible place first, however, to check for allergies, and wait 24 hours .
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November 1, 2011 by
Catherine A. on
November 1, 2011
It’s so easy to spend more than you need to on hair products. One trip to the salon can have you convinced that $30 shampoo is necessary for your hair’s health. But there are a ton of inexpensive products that can nourish and protect your hair just as well as luxury brands. We say don’t buy into the hype.
From dry shampoo to glossy shine sprays, the choices can be overwhelming. So, we’ve gathered five of our favorite hair products all under $5.
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September 18, 2011 by
TBF on
September 18, 2011
Repost is a series on TBF where wee repost some of our favorite posts from the past 8 years. This post, first published in November 2005, contain a few budget beauty tips from TBF readers. Check them out below and feel free to add your own tips in the comment section.
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May 21, 2011 by
LauraJaneKyle on
May 21, 2011
A good hair day puts you in a great mood, and a good hair day that lasts several weeks, if not months, is pretty much priceless. But don’t tell your hairdresser that. While we don’t suggest you sacrifice your locks to an unimaginative stylist, or cut your own hair (leave that kind of crazy behavior to the boys), we do suggest that you stay on budget.
Beyond donating your hair to charity or going for a minimalist style that you can improve with products, these five tips will get you a good haircut for less.
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