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Cheap Thrills: Recessionista-Friendly Beauty Buys

If you're anything like us, then the lethal one-two punch of the recession and the holidays has left you a tad financially-challenged. Now here's the good news: Frugal living doesn't have to mean letting yourself go! Looking fabulous on a dime is all about being smart about your purchase. When budget beauty shopping, look for multi-tasking products (like a pencil that doubles as a liner and a highlighter). Give yourself an at-home peel instead of splurging for a similar treatment at a fancy spa. Coveting Beyonce's bangs? Skip the fancy salon haircut and try a clip-on fringe. Here, we help you get the most bang for your beauty buck with fabulous deals and steals.  Read More: Valentine's Day Beauty RoundupLatifah Rocks the Superbowl in Cover GirlTop Ten Black Beauty Mavericks
By Tasha Turner · Updated October 29, 2020
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If you’re anything like us, then the lethal one-two punch of the recession and the holidays has left you a tad financially-challenged. Now here’s the good news: Frugal living doesn’t have to mean letting yourself go! Looking fabulous on a dime is all about being smart about your purchase. When budget beauty shopping, look for multi-tasking products (like a pencil that doubles as a liner and a highlighter). Give yourself an at-home peel instead of splurging for a similar treatment at a fancy spa. Coveting Beyonce’s bangs? Skip the fancy salon haircut and try a clip-on fringe. Here, we help you get the most bang for your beauty buck with fabulous deals and steals. Read More:
  • Valentine’s Day Beauty Roundup
  • Latifah Rocks the Superbowl in Cover Girl
  • Top Ten Black Beauty Mavericks
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