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cosmetics-beautysaves.jpgLooking pretty really doesn't have to cost a fortune! To prove it, Gloss has put together some low budget beauty solutions that will help both you, and the bank balance look and feel great...


Makeup

  • Head to the $2 shop for brushes and tools. Most dollar stores have a great range of makeup brushes and tools that will do the trick. Don't forget to check the brushes in the art section too as you can often find some great brush shapes here too - especially thin tipped brushes that are great for lining the eye.
  • While you are at the $2 shop - grab some flash lashes - they can be cut up and applied individually to the outer corner of the eye which looks AMAZING. There are instructions on how to apply false lashes here .
  • Dark eyeshadow makes an excellent eyeliner. Just wet a thin-tipped brush, dip it into the eyeshadow and line your upper lid. This is a great tip for those who like the liquid eyeliner look by struggle to apply it. ( FYI: great guide on how to apply liquid eyeliner here )
  • Whilst lengthening mascaras are good, they are also more expensive. Curl you eyelashes and dust them with translucent face powder, then apply mascara, this will help to thicken and lengthen the lashes. There is an amazing eyelash curling tip here
  • Natural looking flushed cheeks are very trendy right now - and are normally created with a gel or cream products. Lipsticks are excellent substitute products for creating this look. Just apply some to the apple of your cheek and blend out towards the cheekbones.
  • If you buy any new makeup, make it a loose powder, neutral coloured, highlighter (soft gold or peach) as this is a great multi-tasking product. Use it all over your face when you need a boost, on the top of your cheekbones and under your brows, down the centre of your nose to make it look thinner, mix it in your your foundation to create a luminous look, with a clear lip gloss on your lips, and on your body for some shimmer at night.
  • Hold a makeup trade event with your friends. Someone's trash may be your treasure, and you may find the perfect home for the bright green eyeshadow you own, but don't wear.
  • Primers are a great way to save money on makeup. Although you have to outlay the initial cost of the product, they make your foundation bottle last twice as long as using primer means you don't need to apply as much foundation.
  • Using a sponge to apply foundation can create a great finish, but be aware that a lot of your product is going to be sucked up by the sponge. Use a brush or your fingers instead.



Nails

  • Nice nails say so much about a person and they can really finish off a look. You can get your nails just polished (without any of the other treatments you would get in a manicure) for anywhere between $7.00 and $12.00 at most shopping mall nail bars. This is great for special occasions or giving your self a little beauty treat and gives you access to many more colour choices than you would have at home.
  • If you do get a salon manicure or paint job - make it last longer by adding some clear top coat every two days to stop chipping.
  • Nail schools need training models too - why not ring up and volunteer yourself. If you are into acrylic nails this is a great way to get them.
  • Make nail polish last longer by keeping it in the fridge and adding a drop of nail polish remover to the bottle when it gets too thick.
  • DIY manicures and pedicures are easy - Beauty Bible tells you how to give yourself a great pedicure here.

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