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If you're on social media, you may have heard of the concept of a no-buy month. It's a trending challenge designed to help people save money by cutting back on nonessential purchases.
Depending on how engaged you are with the idea, this could mean anything from canceling your monthly subscription services to stopping yourself from making weekly impulse buys at your favorite retailer, skipping the cafe and brewing your morning coffee at home, or ditching expensive beauty maintenance appointments.
While challenging, it can be rewarding—especially if you're trying to save money. But before your no-buy month begins, you need to prepare.
And while it may seem counterintuitive, our team of experts has rounded up the products you need to maintain your quality of life while you pause your spending.
While you may have to forgo professional services such as weekly nail appointments, monthly facials, spray tans, and lash services during your no-buy month, that doesn’t mean you have to abandon your beauty routine entirely!
Instead, you can enjoy all your regular treatments from the comfort of your own home, thanks to these budget-friendly beauty products.
In fact, these money-saving hacks are so good, you'll want to keep them in your routine even after your no-buy month ends. From lash growth serums to press-on nails, these must-have beauty products will help you save money.
Moira Cosmetics Biotin-Peptide Complex Lash Serum
Who needs a lash lift or tint when you can get long, natural lashes with this affordable serum?
Infused with biotin and peptides, this formula boosts collagen production to help you achieve fuller, healthier lashes. Plus, you can use it on your brows—no microblading needed!
Dolce Glow Acqua Hydrating Face Mist (Self-Tanning Water)
If you self-tan your body and want your face to match, you'll love this self-tanning facial mist.
Not only does this product help you achieve a sun-kissed glow without sun exposure, it also gives your skin hydrated, dewey finish.
Dolce Glow Contour Self-tanning Sculpt + Glow
If you want achieve a snatched, glowy look, this three-in-one product is exactly what you've been looking for. With it, you can you create a natural, sculpted contour that develops into a golden tan over the course of a few hours.
Whether you use this TikTok-viral wand alone or beneath makeup, you're sure to love the results.
Wholesome Hippy Naturals Thicken & Grow Hair Elixir
If you struggle with thinning hair, you could pay a pretty penny to get hair extensions installed, or you can use this serum, which is designed to thicken hair and promote growth.
Infused with rosehip seed oil and amino acids, this lightweight serum locks in moisture and strengthens strands.
Lashaholic Lashes 'Stronger Than Yesterday'
Rather than spend a ton on last extensions, try going back to eay-to-apply falsies.
Made from 100% silk fibers, these lashes have a comfortable cotton lash band and feature clusters that provide a doll-like effect. The best part? They're on sale now!
Quickies Milk Bath Press On Nails
Once you try these press-on nails, it will be hard to go back to sitting in the salon for hours on end.
With proper application, these press-ons remain secure for up to two weeks. We're fans of this milky white set, which boast a trendy almond shape.
Mount Lai Mei Apothecary Ultrasonic Cleanse Exfoliating Skin Scrubber
If you're looking to clear clogged pores without a trip to an expensive esthetician, you need this cleansing tool.
It uses ultrasonic technology to help extract impurities and exfoliatie dead skin.
YSE Beauty Your Favorite Exfoliating Pads
Made with glycolic acid AND powerful PHAs, these exfoliating pads will HELP brighten your skin and target texture to leave it feeling brand new, like you just got a facial.
Founder Molly Sims says it thoroughly exfoliates without breaking down the skin's barrier.
Wen by Chaz Dean Styling Kit
To achieve a salon-quality blow out at home, you'll need salon-quality products. This styling duo fits the bill.
The nourishing styling cream can hydrate and protect against heat damage, while the mousse helps tames frizz and adds body and plenty of shine.
SolaWave Inc 4-in-1 Radiant Renewal Skincare Wand & Activating Serum Kit
This wand uses red light therapy and currents for a facial massage designed to help reduce fine lines, minimize dark circles, treat blemishes, and improve puffiness.
The activating serum, which contains hyaluronic acid and aloe vera, provides a slippery base for the wand to glide over while providing deep hydration.
Luminess Kinetic Smooth Hair Remover & Skin Polisher Collection
When it comes to removing unwanted facial hair, it doesn't get easier than this hair remover.
It even helps exfoliate your skin, leaving it silky smooth.