Make-up colors go in and out of fashion just as clothing styles do, right? Stay in the know with our budget beauty posts — our best content to keep you in the know about the latest in beauty trends and money-saving tricks!
Make-up colors go in and out of fashion just as clothing styles do, right? Stay in the know with our budget beauty posts — our best content to keep you in the know about the latest in beauty trends and money-saving tricks!
Here you’ll find budget beauty hacks for real women, including info on how to create your own beauty products and how to find the perfect makeup for your skin tone. Our most popular beauty posts share tips for affordable self-indulgences, like DIY facials and creating a spa-like bath experience at home.
Anti-aging is one of our favorite topics as well. Dive into our “face” collection to get the latest on anti-aging products, including skincare and beauty supplements.
Or if you’re the gal who’s always searching for her next go-to hair style, take a peek at our hair beauty posts.
Our body beauty posts share what’s trending in self-tanners, nail polish colors, moisturizers and more.
Studies show that your gut microbiome influences your health in a big way. The gut microbiome is a complex community of microorganisms that live in your digestive tract. Collectively, they …
Thanks to Zuvi for sponsoring this post. All opinions are mine. Here’s the promise: The Zuvi Halo hair dryer uses patented technology to style and dry hair faster and with …
Fashion and style are dominated by visual elements — a ruffle at the neckline or an interesting animal print around the waist. But there’s another player that can emulate your …
You’re embarking on the trip of a lifetime to explore distant lands, bask in different cultures, and create incredible memories. And, of course, you’ll have a camera at the ready …
They say if something isn’t broken, you shouldn’t fix it. I routinely fail to follow this advice, particularly with respect to hair and beauty products. Here’s what happens. I find …
Ugh, acne scars. Even if you’ve found a regimen to keep pimples at bay, past breakouts have a way of hanging around — in the form of scarring. At best, …
This post outlines the beauty treatments makeup artists used on Hannah Waddingham and Rosamund Pike for the Golden Globes. Affiliate links are included, which may generate a commission at no …
Love that shiny, durable finish of a gel manicure, but hate the hassle? I hear ya. Every time I get a gel manicure, I’m like, wow, my nails look amazing. …
What’s trending in makeup as we near the end of 2023? As usual, beauty trends are all over the place — ranging from ’90s-inspired brown lips to rosy pink cheeks. …
Can we talk about varicose veins? I know a good number of you are in my demographic — we’ll call ourselves mature fashionistas. Those varicose veins start to become more …
When you’re in a style rut, you have three main options: You can change your hair, change your clothes, or do nothing and wait for the feeling to pass. Here’s …
According to Statista, the beauty industry is worth over $571 billion. That’s probably not surprising when you consider the price of cosmetics and beauty treatments. As an example, a professional …
Unless you’re gifted with lush and glowing locks, you’re all too familiar with the telltale signs of damaged hair: split ends, dryness, brittleness, and breakage. You see those signs in …
You saw it here: This season, cat eye makeup is hotter than a McDonald’s coffee. The trend gives us the perfect excuse to try out this dramatic makeup technique and …
Looking for the best CC creams? We have a list for you! We scoured Google search data to identify the five most in-demand CC creams on the market today. CC …
Ready to make a bold statement with your hair this year? We have a few 2023 hairstyle trends that can help, whether you’re aiming for a dramatic makeover or a …
Spring always welcomes fun beauty trends that inspire us to new looks. This season, fun is an understatement. From fresh and vibrant colors to new techniques, the spring 2023 beauty …
The beauty supplement space and wellness market have seen huge growth in recent years as people become more aware of the importance of good nutrition for their skin and hair. …
The holiday shopping season brings us so many great things, but beauty gift sets must be near the top of the list. For two short months every year, beauty brands …
Changing up your go-to lip colors is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to make the style transition into fall. To help you (and me) stay on trend, I …
Why should the kiddos have all the fun with back-to-school shopping? The answer is: They shouldn’t. Us grownups can partake in the frenzy, too — and I can think of …
I couldn’t find the numbers, but I’d bet that money spent on beauty face masks spikes over the holidays. I know I spend more in this category in the months …
The weather isn’t the only thing heating up this season. Now that we can see full, mask-less human faces again, makeup is back in style — and hotter than ever. …
I just shared my picks for summer pedicure colors — and then realized that my DIY pedicure post was grossly outdated. Oops! So, here’s the fix: An all-new at-home pedicure …
What’s a budget fashionista’s hack for updating her style for season for less than $10? Nail polish. And, since we’ve hit the unofficial start to summer and the sandals are …
Zoom has become a household name in the past year, and we’re not better off for it. Staring at ourselves constantly provides way too many opportunities to be self-critical. I’m …
Dry hair is the worst. I mean, your hair is your crowning achievement — it literally sits on top of your head. And those tresses actually do more than frame …
Zero waste beauty is on the rise, and I’m pretty jazzed about it. When I think about all the pretty plastic containers in the Target beauty aisle ending up in …
Acne loves to leave its mark. And those marks are universally unpleasant, whether it’s the big, red blemish on the day you’re meeting your spouse’s boss or the bumpy scars …
Want to wake up to healthy, glowing skin every day? I mean, who doesn’t? Figuring out how to get better skin may not your top priority in life right now, …
I love summer, but a heatwave brings a new set of problems to manage. My plants are dying, my t-shirts are developing stains under the arms, and I’m wearing the …
This cosmetics marketing trends report says that 42% of women in the U.S. prefer buying makeup online. That number comes from a 2018 survey, though — long before anyone had …
Given the state of the economy and the high likelihood that your job outlook might be shaky, now is not the time to drop big dollars on beauty products. You …
Beauty salons are reopening — hooray! But there’s still a pandemic going on — boo. Whether you’re trying to stay home as much as possible or simply can’t on your …
By now, we’ve all wised up enough to know everyday sunscreen is a beauty essential. Being healthy is the new being bronze and that doesn’t just mean in the summer. Protecting …
Not everything about being at home most of the time has a negative spin. As the weeks pass, we’re finding more and more bright spots and reasons to view our …
If your skin’s been looking a little bit lackluster lately, it could be due to… well, let’s just say this list is loooong. We’re talking about stress, dehydration, lack of …
There’s no better time to bring back the hair scarf than right now. I mean, we’re all stuck at home, not showering, wearing PJs all day, and watching our roots …
WFH, day 4,875. Or is that week four? Whatever the case, it’s likely that you’re also counting the days until you can get a professional root touch-up. That meme about …
Whether you’re shopping at the drugstore, high-end department stores, or scrolling through your ad-ridden feed on Instagram, it’s hard to ignore just how many beauty brands are out there these …
Tired of all the expensive beauty products? Try a beauty diet — you’ll spend less and probably see better results. Here are 5 beauty-boosting diet tricks.
In normal times, our hands go through a lot on a daily basis. But these are not normal times. We have coronavirus spreading around the world, and washing your hands …
Korean beauty products have been popular around the world for years, but hard to get your hands on here in the States. Now, some of the most popular brands and …
Your skin has superpowers — like moisture barrier that protects against bacteria and pollutants. Is your moisture barrier damaged? Here’s how to find out.
About Cheek Stains Stain is an unfortunate word for a beauty product, dontcha think? I mean, beauty mavens don’t want stains — we want an alluring tinge of color that …
If you’re thinking of joining the revolution and savoring your gray hair in all of its graceful glory, we’ve got good news: there are thousands upon thousands of beautiful ways to make this work for you. Wondering what’s out there — and whether it can work for you? Here are seven gray hairstyles you can make your own.
Anytime you’re thinking about going for a natural makeup look, it’s important that your brows are on point. Whether you prefer a thick, full eyebrow style or something more streamlined, …
Sure, we’d love to roll out of bed each morning and, voila, be ready to go with bright eyes and sculpted cheeks. But perfecting the natural makeup look isn’t always, …
You’ve got places to go, people to see…and absolutely no idea how to do your makeup for a big night out. Whether you’re headed out for New Year’s Eve or …
As you browse the skin care aisle, you’re likely to recognize many of the ingredients. Among the retinols and copper peptides and various hydroxy acids is another newfound favorite: caffeine. …
Thank you to ROIL for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. We all crave smooth, strong locks. You know, the type of hair that moves naturally when you …
Paula’s Choice is a U.S.-based, cruelty-free, fragrance-free skin care line that came about because founder Paula Begoun didn’t like her options on the shelves. Begoun’s own battles with acne and …
As temperatures plummet, you may notice that your face feels drier and loses some of its normal vibrancy. You aren’t imagining things—cold air, hot showers, and low humidity work in …
If you’re like most hand washers in the world, your skin tends to get drier during fall and winter. Crisp, cold air combined with more frequent hand-washing—as you attempt to …
What EcoLips Lip + Cheek Tints are 5-in-1 color sticks with an oversized applicator that you can use for lip color, eye color, blush, contouring and highlighting. The colors are …
That clever witch Hermione Granger used a magic wand to conjure up birds and erase memories, but we mere mortals would settle for a spell that promises a perfect hairdo. …
Nearly 55 percent of the world’s population has brown eyes — which means brown is the world’s most common eye color. But what is common need not be boring. Brown …
Where but Instagram can you go to find the most inspiring makeup looks in the world? It’s a hotbed of endless ideas for those of us who can’t get enough …
It’s easy to get hooked on fashion and beauty trends that change so swiftly from season to season. There’s always something new and excited destined to appeal to your inner …
Thank you to Rejuva Minerals for sponsoring this post about clean beauty and providing the products reviewed below. All opinions are my own. Walk into Walmart today and you’re sure …
Your boss just informed you that she’s sending you to Japan next week. Or, you realized today that your family reunion in Nebraska, planned three months ago, is this weekend. …
The weight loss journey is an emotional one. The best part of this adventure is seeing results — but that is challenging when you’re putting on size 22s after you’ve …
There’s nothing like spotting a hairstyle on a celebrity to convince you that, yes, it’s probably right for you, too. (Rachel, anyone?) Sure, this is 2019, not 1994, but there’s …
Ô, Sunlight! The most precious gold to be found on Earth. Novelist Roman Payne Summer sunshine gets us outside to enjoy our beaches, lakes, parks and yards. It warms us …
Did you know that May 28 is Menstrual Hygiene Day? To honor this day, we’re covering every girl’s favorite topic (sarcasm) — the period. If there’s ever a time when …
It’s sandal season, which means you’re officially out of excuses not to tend to your nails. Downtime is fine for winter, but if you plan to bear your toes this …
Spring is a season of renewal in so many ways. As you refresh your home and swap your cold-weather wear for more appropriate attire, it’s also a good time to …
If you’ve had bangs as an adult, it’s likely that you’re either growing your bangs out or thinking about cutting them off again. It’s a cycle that’s hard to break …
No longer merely a buzzy fad or something to murmur about in hushed tones, CBD for skin care is the new star of skin care ingredients. Call it the beauty …
Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. We all know this in theory, of course, but it’s so easy to forget. And those moments when we get obsessed with …
The countdown is on! With spring mere weeks away, it’s time to start making room in the closet for your fresh florals and pretty prints. Along with those come a …
There’s a myriad of anti-aging beauty products out there. And each claims to erase 10, 20, or 30 years from your face. All that youth comes at a price, though. …
There’s nothing like the thrill of snapping up the must-have beauty item du jour. You know the one — it’s all over Instagram, everyone wants it, and you won’t rest …
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — temperatures drop, colors deepen, skies darken, and gorgeous colors abound. And your skin starts to demand some extra color and moisture! …
Every fashionista has a few ride-or-die products in her beauty routine — you know, the ones you might just sacrifice your life’s savings for? (Understandable.) In the wide and varied …
Dear Budget Fashionista, I am African-American and I am very dark skinned with purple undertones. I have the hardest time finding foundation and concealers for my skin tone on a …
Vitamin C is something of a cure-all. We ingest it to prevent the sniffles from turning into a full-blown cold, and we smear it on our faces to brighten mature …
Summer break is crawling its way to an end, and you’re getting antsy to shuttle the kids back to school. Whether your summer days have been spent checking junior into …
The dreaded turkey neck — it’s the loose skin that appears around your neck with age. Neck wrinkles, once you notice them, might prompt you to consider wearing turtlenecks in the …
This may sound odd, but Vaseline is one of my favorite beauty products. Yes, it’s thick and goopy, but this petroleum-based product has so many innovative uses. As legend goes, …
Your workout is a testament to your serious commitment to your health. While it’s amazing to lock in some quality time at the gym or enjoy a heart-pumping walk in …
While it might not have been the very first personality test, the Myers-Briggs test is world-renowned for its accuracy when detailing unique characteristics of human personalities. The four-letter naming system …
Whether you’re channeling your inner beach goddess or can’t trust yourself not to shed a tear or two at your best friend’s wedding this summer, you need waterproof mascara to …
Do you fancy bags under your eyes, pasty skin, pimples, crows feet and a droopy jawline? Nope, no one does. Well that’s where you’re heading if you keep disrespecting your …
In search of a quick summer pick-me-up? You won’t have to look far. Whether you’re spending long days at the beach or simply daydreaming from your office cubical, the right …
You know that loose-curl hairstyle that’s dominated your Instagram feed for the last few years? It’s the stuff of vibrant, young women with beautiful white teeth, who only move their …
Creating your most alluring eye with makeup isn’t just about the products or colors you use. It’s about knowing your eye shape and using clever application tricks to enhance that …
Unicorn nails and halo eyebrows are beauty trends destined to die out. But makeup that’s made without harming animals? It’s a trend that’s quietly turned into a mainstream movement — …
Problem hair? You’re not stuck with pulling your hair back everyday! Sometimes the trick to getting the hairstyle you want on a budget is being creative with your hair products. …
Opening night at the 71st Cannes Film Festival hosted a number of celebrities, each as stunning as the last. Many sported a classic beauty look: red lips, soft shadow, and …
Dear Budget Fashionista, Do you have any recommendations for decent, affordable makeup brushes? Well, yes, dear reader, we do. Read on for our top seven picks! 7 Budget Make-up Brushes …
Gorgeous hair is something we all want, right up there with being thinner, richer and owning more shoes. While the last three aren’t always attainable, great hair is. We love …