It’s fun to treat ourselves. Who doesn’t like to be pampered and polished, indulge in a little personal down time, or unwind at the end of a long week? Sadly, trips to the local salon or spa can start to add up. That’s why some creative license is all you need for an inexpensive and rewarding experience.
Check out these top 4 tips on how to treat yourself on a budget!
1. Do some research
There is no shortage of deals, sales and vouchers to take advantage of online. This includes spas and salons, so shop around for your preferred experience and you might just get lucky. It’s worth checking out what’s around you too. Are there any new ventures looking to attract loyal customers? Do you have any beauty colleges in your area looking for models to practice on? If so, give them a ring and see what’s on offer!
2. Improvise a spa at home
Sometimes, all we need to relax and unwind can be found in the sanctity of our own home. Think about transforming your space into a place of tranquility. Run a hot bath, light the candle you’ve been saving for aesthetic purposes, put on the face-mask you won in a raffle, play Sounds of the Ocean vol.3 and read a book… The possibilities are endless.
3. Concoct your own beauty products
Cost effective and fun, DIY beauty products are trending for all the right reasons. With ingredients like coconut oil, eggs, and apple cider vinegar great for your hair, while avocado, honey and Argan oil are being touted for their skin boosting properties, there are endless recipes online for you to research and experiment with. The best part is they cost a fraction of professional treatments yet yield the same results!
4. Learn how to mani and pedi your own nails
On average, the industry recommends a mani pedi treatment every 2 to 3 weeks. At around $25 per treatment, it soon adds up! All you need to keep your hands and feet in tip top condition are:
· A pair of clippers;
· A file and buffer;
· A cuticle remover and pusher;
· A good moisturizer; and
· A quality polish.
Once you’ve taught yourself the basics of nail care – using one of infinite sources online – you’ll save yourself a fortune, leaving you to splurge at a salon only on special occasions.
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