What woman doesn't enjoy a little (well-deserved) pampering at the spa? But let's face it, whether it's treating yourself to a facial or getting a special mani-pedi, regular spa appointments can get pricey. Not to mention take up a whole lot of time, especially if you're a working mom. And while I always prefer the work of a hairstylist, manicurist, or aesthetician over my own beauty skills, it sure feels good to save a couple of bucks. And trust me, you don't have to dig deep into your wallet to look fabulous. Check out a few of these easy-to-do beauty treatments you can try right at home!
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Facial: Facials are such an important part of maintaining a healthy, radiant complexion. But you don't need to get a professional one to get your skin looking fab. Make your own facial mask using 1 tablespoon of plain Greek yogurt and 1 tablespoon of honey. Combine the two ingredients and apply it onto clean skin. Leave on for 10 to15 minutes, then rinse off with lukewarm water.
Bikini wax: In desperate need of a bikini wax but don't have $60 plus dollars to cough? Try an-at home waxing kit, like the Sally Hansen Extra Strength Brazilian Bikini Waxing & Shaping Kit ($11). This easy-to-use wax includes no painful strips and it's great for sensitive skin!
Mani-pedi: Depending on where you go, a mani-pedi combo can easily cost you more than $40. So instead get yourself a good manicure kit, some pretty polishes and a large container filled with warm water for your feet. Just file, scrub, moisturize and paint. Now you have hands and feet worth showing off!
Body scrub: Exfoliating your skin is so important, especially during the winter months, but you don't need to spend an arm and a leg on a spa body treatment to get your skin feeling smooth. Rub a DIY brown sugar and olive oil scrub on your skin in the shower using a pair of bath gloves and you'll have baby soft skin in no time.
Hair treatment: All-natural hair treatments tend to work better than any fancy $50 hair mask. For healthy, shiny hair massage some coconut oil on your scalp and hair for 2 to 3 minutes. Leave it on for an additional 10 minutes using a shower cap to help lock in moisture. Rinse with lukewarm water then shampoo and style as usual.
Blow out: I normally have no problem splurging on a weekly blow out, but sometimes a girl could you use a little extra cash in her pocket. For those days try blowing out your hair at home using a round boar bristle brush. Make sure to apply a styling cream to damp strands first, like Sally Hershberger Luxe Layers Blow Dry Cream ($24). Then attach a nozzle to your blow dryer to help concentrate the heat in a specific area. For smooth and sleek results, finish off with a light-weight shine serum, like Joico K-Pak Protect & Shine Serum ($14).
Teeth whitening: Most dentists wouldn't recommend an at-home teeth whitening treatment because the lack of control can lead to serious sensitivity and even enamel decay. But a DIY baking soda and hydroperoxide mixture can help naturally whiten your teeth without the harmful side effects.
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