{Beauty Cents} HairspirationThat Saves Your Strands & Money

Posted on April 30, 2013 by She Makes Cents

I have recently been introduced to the curling wand and while I love the results, I’m not sure my hair is loving the amount of heat that it requires to keep up the look. I don’t see a problem using it now and then, but when I first got the wand, I was using it up to three times a week….and we all know that overexposure to heat based styling tools can lead to brittle hair and split ends. I’m trying to maintain healthy hair, especially in between salon visits, with hair styles that will save my strands, money, and time. I have found myself lacking hairspiration and it shows. Lately, I have rocked straight hair, a bun, or wash and go, which reveals my natural curls, but I’m looking forward to switching it up a bit.

Check out these braided upgrades on my favorite hairstyles:

Which Hair Style Do You Like Best?

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Are You Wasting Your Money on a Deal?

Posted on July 3, 2012 by She Makes Cents

I got an email from Birchbox the other day announcing Glamour magazine’s collaboration for the July 2012 Birchbox. I found myself getting excited thinking about all of the goodies I will soon be getting my hands on. Then I looked over on my dresser and saw my June Birchbox basically untouched. Last month, I rushed home to see what beauty goodies were waiting for me. Once opened, I tried everything and didn’t touch my package for weeks; thus, realizing three things. Firstly, I love getting mail that isn’t a bill. Secondly, I like the idea of being surprised by what products were chosen for my box and finally (and probably the most important), if I continued this pattern, no matter how good the deal is, I am wasting my money.

Making the Deal Work for You
After coming to the realization that paying $10 a month for a deal that I wasn’t taking advantage of is wasting $10 a month( $120 a year). So what did I do? I used or am actively using ALL of the products. I ate my Luna bar, which by the way was both yummy and healthy. I took a long bubble bath, while catching up on Kardashians, with the BORGHESE Body Soak and I came to the conclusion that as long as I was using the products, that Birchbox still ROCKS!

Check out the Shopping/Money Saving Sites I like:

Birchbox
Beyond the Rack

Ideeli

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{Health & Beauty} How to Save Broken Makeup

Posted on June 11, 2012 by She Makes Cents

This is an awesome and FREE beauty tip from the lovely girls over at The Beauty Department( TBD ) Lauren Conrad, Kristin Ess and Amy Nadine; who if you are not currently following, you should be . I love The Beauty Department because they have tons of great tips and tricks. Just the other day, I broke one of my favorite eyeshadow and was looking for a way to save it before having to replace it. Since it was brand new, I didn’t see myself going into my money envelope for yet another shade of purple eyeshadow, so I went on a hunt to find an easy fix… and voila, this is what I found. This reminds me of when Denia taught us how to save broken lipstick.

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{Health & Beauty} High-End Lifestyle Products for Only $10!!

Posted on June 7, 2012 by She Makes Cents

Birchbox!!

I have been meaning to write a post about Birchbox for a while now. For the unfamiliar, Birchbox is a smart, streamlined, and fun way to discover high-end beauty, grooming, and lifestyle products. Birchbox delivers the best products and the best insider secrets, without any fuss. Each month, members receive a selection of samples that we’ve tried (and retried) ourselves. They source samples from both well-known brands and emerging gems. The women’s subscription includes everything from skin care to makeup, as well as fun non-beauty extras all for…wait for it…$10. What I love about the concept is that you fill out a beauty profile so products will complement your individual yet beautiful tones. There is a short waiting list and they will send you an email when your place in line is ready.

Join for FREE, here!

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{Beauty & Skincare Saving} Weekend Roundup of Savings

Posted on April 27, 2012 by She Makes Cents

Look what popped up into my inbox today, a Beauty Round Up created especially for the readers of She Makes Cents by the folks over at BeFrugal.com!!

Beauty and Skincare Savings

To save on beauty items and skincare, use online coupons & earn Cash Back. Enjoy these deals from smart shopping site BeFrugal.com, where you can get a $10 bonus for signing up for free. Sign up today!

Unless a code is noted below, just click on the coupons and the promo code is applied for you. To get the most savings, be sure you sign up for BeFrugal’s free Cash Back and activate your account before you click to use the coupon offers below. This way, you’ll earn Cash Back, save big from using these deals and score your $10 bonus if you just signed up for a new account!

1. Get 20% off in a spa gift card with your $50+ Bliss order using this Macy’s coupon (no code needed when you click the coupon link, expires 5/11). You can also earn 2.4% Cash Back for more savings.

2. Save 20% off any order using this Fresh coupon (click for savings code, expires 4/30).

3. Use this ELF Cosmetics coupon for 50% off a purchase of $15 or less (click for savings code, expires soon). You can also earn 7% Cash Back for more savings.

4. Score free 2-day shipping on any order with this Nars coupon (no code needed when you click the coupon link, expires soon). Get more savings by earning 7% Cash Back today.

Note: Cash Back rates can change from one day to the next. These rates were valid 4/24/2012.

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{Beauty & Skincare Saving} Weekend Roundup of Savings

Posted on April 20, 2012 by She Makes Cents

Look what popped up into my inbox today, a Beauty Round Up created especially for the readers of She Makes Cents by the folks over at BeFrugal.com!!

Beauty and Skincare Savings

1. Get 20% off candles, wallflowers, body and gifts with this Bath & Body Works coupon (click for savings code, expires 4/29). You can also earn 5% Cash Back for more savings.

2. Enjoy 4 free samples with your $45+ order using this Lancome coupon (click for savings code, expires 4/30/12). You can also 6.4% Cash Back for more savings.

3. Treat yourself using this Crabtree & Evelyn coupon for a free gift with your $125+ order (no code needed, expires 4/30/12). You can also earn 8% Cash Back for more savings.

4. Pump up the beauty with this DermaDoctor coupon for a free collagen booster with your $65+ Dr. Brandt order (no code needed, while supplies last, expires 4/30). Double-up for more savings by earning 6% Cash Back today.

5. Save $30 off Philosophy Hope in a Jar & Eye Hope Duo with this Sephora coupon (click for savings code, expires 4/23). Get more savings by earning 4% Cash Back today.

Note: Cash Back rates can change from one day to the next. These rates were valid 4/18/2012.

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Vintage Hair Styles at Home

Posted on April 6, 2012 by She Makes Cents

I love vintage style and I especially love the Veronica Lake wave look for my hair. Here is another simpler way to recreate the look at home….

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{Color of the “Cent”ury} OPI on Sale Today!!

Posted on April 3, 2012 by She Makes Cents

OPI on Sale on Beyond the Rack!!!

Last time there was an OPI sale, I bought four polishes for $4 plus shipping because of a credit. The more you shop, the more credits you earn! Need an invite to Beyond the Rack? Click here and use mine. Happy Shopping good people:)

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{I BRAKE for Manicures} OPI on Sale Today!!

Posted on February 29, 2012 by She Makes Cents

OPI on Sale on Beyond the Rack!!!

I will be ordering mine today!!! Need an invite to Beyond the Rack? Click here and use mine. Happy Shopping good people:)

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3 Easy Hair Styles to Save Your Hair and Money

Posted on September 21, 2011 by deniamoreland

Saving Money + Healthy Hair = Awesome Pair

So there’s a new way to save money: Protective Styling! What are protective styles, you might ask? Protective styles are styles done on your hair (whether relaxed or natural), that encourage growth by using little to no heat, keeping moisture on the ends of your hair, and limiting the wear and tear on your hair. Here are a few on my personal favorites I decided to share with She Makes Cents! The benefit of these styles is that they require little to no money because you can do them yourself and with very little product!

The BUN:

There’s an awesome
post and video over that I posted to Ruby Woo Blog (check it out here) on bunning. However, you can never go wrong with an elegant bun. It’s chic and cute, and allows you to show off your baddest set of earrings. Buns also completely hide the ends of your hair so that they can stay moisturized and avoid brushing against your hair all day. Buns can be styled on both wet and dry hair.

The BRAID + TWIST OUT:

Braid-outs and Twist-Outs can actually yield a lot of different looks. This style can be done on wet or dry hair, and basically you braid or two strand twist your hair in the direction youwish it to flow, and once you let it completely dry, you take them down for a very uniform curly look. Be careful, however, the key here is allowing your hair to completely dry. If you don’t, the curlier your hair is, the less defined it will look.

DREAD LOCKS:

So, this is actually a permanent style unless you intend on cutting them off. However, as per an article I read at K is for Kinky, you can reach optimum growth as far as length with your hair locked.

WASH AND GOs:

Wash and go’s are self explanatory. Well, kind of. What you do it wash your hair as usual, and then you proceed to apply your favorite leave in conditioner throughout your strands, or you can use no product. Anyway, after you’re done you’re good and ready to go!

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