How to Save Money on Your Beauty Routine

How to Save Money on Your Beauty Routine

You don't have to compromise your looks to economize – you just have to know a few tricks.

You Will Need: Mascara, Dollar store conditioner, Petroleum jelly, Olive oil, Sugar, Cayenne pepper

Cinnamon, a lip brush, Cotton swabs, The occasional splurge, optional men's shaving cream

Step 1 Buy expensive mascara just once; after it runs out, wash and save the brush.

The main difference between mascaras is the wand, not the makeup. Apply new, cheaper mascara with the brush that comes with it, then use your old one to fluff and separate your lashes.

A dried-out mascara wand also makes a great eyebrow brush.

Step 2 Replace your shaving cream with dollar-store hair conditioner; it works every bit as well.

Or use a brand made for men; they're usually less expensive. Get an unscented one if you don't want a " manly" fragrance.

Step 3 Buy a big jar of generic petroleum jelly. It can serve as clear lip gloss, lip balm, makeup remover, under-eye moisturizer, and foot and hand cream.