Beauty & Fashion

  • Woman taking a selfie with an orange backdrop

    21 Free or Cheap Ways to Take a Better Selfie

    For better or for worse, selfies are everywhere and it looks like they’re here to stay. They’ve practically been elevated to an art form thanks to high-quality cell phone cameras, the rise of social media, and the legion of influencers…

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    15 Cheap and Free Fixes to Common Beauty Problems

    Cosmetics and beauty items can cost thousands of dollars a year (even the ones you buy at a discount from Costco) if you’re not paying attention. We combed through some beauty industry experts’ swaps and hacks to streamline the glam…

  • young woman selecting skincare in store

    12 Personal Care Products to Use – and 12 to Skip

    There are plenty of cosmetics, toiletries, and other personal-care products out there that claim to help us look and feel our best. But which ones are worth the money, and which ones are better off staying on the store shelves?…

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    21 Skin Care Tips to Keep You Looking Young for Less

    Laugh lines and crow’s feet add character to the face. But for some, they’re telltale signs of aging that prompt some consumers to sprint to the nearest skin care boutique — or cosmetic surgeon. Many pricey anti-aging products promise to…

  • young woman blow drying her hair in the mirror

    The Best Hair Dryers

    Recreating the look and feel of a salon blowout at home is doable without spending megabucks. These days it’s easy to find a high-quality hair dryer for $30 or less that’s equipped with some of the same features demanded by…

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    11 Low-Cost Ways to Boost Your Mood

    Spring isn’t even on the horizon, and winter may seem to drag drearily on forever in much of the country. Can’t get away to a sunnier spot? Here are some free or cheap ways to boost moods when caught in…

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    Best Cheap Electric Toothbrushes

    Tooth brushing is an essential part of a daily hygiene routine, not to mention overall well-being. Dentists widely agree that electric toothbrushes are superior to manual brushes when it comes…

  • Happy fashionable woman in a park during autumn

    How To Take Your Summer Wardrobe Into Fall

    The changing of the seasons tempts all-out closet makeovers; however replacing a whole new wardrobe can be extremely pricey. Instead of bagging up all of your summer wear, pick out…

  • Woman with long brown hair in dark blue long sleeve shirt buying a navy and white checkered shirt in charity shop

    10 Tricks to Updating Your Wardrobe at the Thrift Store

    Thrift store shopping has always been popular among frugal consumers, but in the past few years more people seem to be browsing. The hipster look and even pop culture moments…

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    Amazon vs. Walmart vs. Jet: Which Is the Cheapest?

    Amazon has long wooed customers with an expansive selection, low prices, and free two-day shipping for Prime members. By all accounts it’s a winning formula: The site accounted for a…

  • Woman playing golf wearing sunglasses

    10 Best Sport Sunglasses for Women under $80

    With sweat-proof features and sleek designs, these top sport sunglasses for women won’t slow you down. Shop our affordable selection featuring lightweight frames and mirrored lenses so you can finish…

  • smiling girl splashing in ocean wearing a high waist swimsuit

    25 Budget Bikinis That Won’t Make You Feel Self-Conscious

    Just because you don’t want to bare it all, that doesn’t mean you have to trudge to the pool in a drab one-piece. There are many cute bikini styles for…

  • woman smelling a rose

    25 ‘Rosy’ Products for National Rose Month

    Roses don’t have to be enjoyed a dozen at a time. In fact, the standby of 12 long stems can seem a little garden-variety — and they don’t last long.…

  • young woman choosing glasses in optical shop

    18 Places to Buy Glasses Online for Less

    With the cost of new frames and lenses often reaching well into the triple digits, the prospect of buying prescription eyeglasses leaves many wearers quaking. Enter online providers, which have…

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    Showstopping Red Carpet Looks You Can Wear for Less

    Awards season has ended, but that doesn’t stop an obsession with the most stunning red carpet looks (especially for those who have prom coming up). From the Golden Globes to…

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    15 Winter Boots to Keep Feet Warm and Dry for $40 or Less

    There’s nothing worse than plunging a foot straight into the dirty slush of a snow melt. Luckily, retailers have started to put winter boots on sale and discount sites are…

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    20 Puffer Coats for $100 or Less

    Puffer coats are a trendy and time-tested way to ward off winter’s chill. They’re filled with down (the voluminous feathers of a goose or duck) or synthetic materials that trap…

  • boy and girl wearing halloween costume with pumpkin

    10 Cool, Creepy, and Cheap Halloween Makeup Tricks

    It’s easy to overspend on an elaborate costume at Halloween. Instead of stocking up on specialized Halloween makeup at a pop-up costume shop, head to the drugstore — or to…