Five savvy tricks to save on beauty treatments to go from drab to fab on a budget
WEDDING and party invites piling up and outfits sorted, but can't find the cash for beauty treatments?
Fear not, you can go from drab to fab without the salon spend using these beauty tricks.
6
Five savvy tricks to save on beauty treatments to go from drab to fab on a budget
Credit: Getty
COUNTER ON IT: Got a glam event but no budget for new beauty products and a makeover? Drop into a department store beauty counter and see if you can get a make-up artist to give you a glam look for your event.
At some shops, such as at selected John Lewis stores, you can actually book in for a makeover consultation for free or book in for a full makeover for £45, which is redeemable against products. It's a nifty way to fill your make-up bag and get your makeover in one.
Check local counters' websites for offers or head to johnlewis.com to book.
LOCAL TALENT: Find trainee make-up artists in your area by checking out your local Facebook groups, which can be full of artists offering their services. Many newly qualified artists charge half-price to build their portfolios, so it can be a cheap way to get your glam.
If in the South, try the London Makeup Artists group, which has over 5,000 members.
APP-SOLUTELY FAB: For a pro look in the comfort of your own home, try apps such as Ruuby, MyBeautySquad, SecretSpa or Urban — just check which areas the apps cover before booking.
You can book artists or hairstylists to visit you at home and many have first-time user discounts. For new Ruuby app users, the discount code TREATMENT10 provides £10 off your first booking.
TUTORIAL TRICKS: Search 'Five-minute wedding looks' on YouTube for a creation using the make-up you already have. One top trick for summer glam is to mix your foundation with a little moisturiser for a glowy look.
HOME REMEDY: Swap pricey salon tinting for at-home kits. Dye your lashes with Eylure lash tinting kit, £10.50. For brows, try Schwarzkopf brow tint dark brown permanent eyebrow tint, £7, both Superdrug.
All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.
Make-up fans race to snap up £5 Superdrug dupe of viral Huda powder, and save themselves £30 in the process
Deal of the day
6
Swan Carlton handheld garment steamer at Home Bargains for £19.99
Credit: Home Bargains
CREASES will be gone in a flash when you use the Swan Carlton handheld garment steamer. Pick it up at Home Bargains for £19.99, previously £39.99.
SAVE: £20
Cheap treat
6
A pack of six Jammie Dodgers minis now 82p at Asda
Credit: Asda
ADD Jammie Dodgers minis to lunchboxes this week. A pack of six was £1.43, now 82p at Asda. That's just over 13p per mini-pack.
SAVE: 61p
What's new?
CHECK out Tesco marketplace at tesco.com now to bag deals on top branded products and until June 4 and get triple Clubcard points on any purchase.
This HOMCOM trampoline was £66.99 now £53.59.
Top swap
6
Drunk Elephant Protini™ polypeptide face moisturiser, £62, boots.com
Credit: Boots
6
Body Stories multi-peptide cream, £2, in Poundland
Credit: Poundland
FOR seriously glowing skin, try the Drunk Elephant Protini™ polypeptide face moisturiser, £62, boots.com, or try the new Body Stories multi-peptide cream, £2, in Poundland stores now.
SAVE: £60
Little helper
TUCK into a tasty steak dinner for less tonight. At The Co-op, members can pick up a pack of fries and two steaks for £4. £5 for non-members.
PLAY NOW TO WIN £200
6
Join thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle
JOIN thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle.
Every month we're giving away £100 to 250 lucky readers - whether you're saving up or just in need of some extra cash, The Sun could have you covered.
Every Sun Savers code entered equals one Raffle ticket.
The more codes you enter, the more tickets you'll earn and the more chance you will have of winning!
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Scottish Sun
13 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Turn your garden into a stunning boho escape with Aldi's £25 middle aisle bargain – and it's HALF the price of a B&Q one
Scroll down for more Aldi middle aisle buys MED FOR IT Turn your garden into a stunning boho escape with Aldi's £25 middle aisle bargain – and it's HALF the price of a B&Q one IF you're setting your garden up to be the perfect summer haven, look no further. Aldi is launching a stunning decor buy that will instantly level up your outdoor space. Advertisement 2 A Boho hanging chair will be available for just £24.99 from the Aldi Specialbuy section Credit: Aldi And don't worry because this furniture buy won't be too hard on your wallet. The Belavi Boho Hanging Chair will be hitting the Aldi shelves on Thursday, July 3. Product details This Specialbuy will only set you back £24.99 and even features a hand woven design. According to the product description, you can use this decor item to "decorate your space while providing special and stylish seating". Advertisement The mounting hardware is included with this functional furniture piece. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, this item measures 81 centimetres by 40 centimetres. B&Q version And Aldi shoppers can save significantly on this budget-friendly decor. A similar style chair is available from B&Q at a slightly higher price point. Advertisement The Beige Swing Chair Grazia is currently reduced from £58.99 to £48.99. For your comfort, this B&Q hanging chair includes a "super-soft large cushion". My garden was looking so old and the patio was broken - now it's a lush oasis and people can't believe how little I spent Similar to the Aldi version, this item is suited for both indoor and outdoor use. The durable steel frame is covered in fine cotton braiding with decorative tassels at the bottom. Advertisement And as well as being suitable for small outdoor spaces, this chair can also be stored in a space-saving way. More summer buys You can create your own sunny holiday experience with the retailer's paddling pool. And you can add another summer touch to your garden, this time for the adult's. An Amazon buy adds both privacy and shade to your garden for just £8. Advertisement And a £7 B&M item also shields you from your neighbours and the sun. A £4 Home Bargains buy will also help to add a "whimsical touch" to your garden while lighting it up. And another Home Bargains buy will brighten up your space while making it look like something out of Bridgerton. Plus, a tree helps to add privacy to your garden and it's now cheaper than ever. Advertisement
Daily Mirror
13 hours ago
- Daily Mirror
The Script star gives emotional tribute to late bandmate at Glastonbury
The Script and their fans were devastated in 2023 when guitarist Mark Sheehan suddenly passed away following a short illness - leaving behind his wife and three kids The Script star Danny O'Donoghue made an emotional tribute to late guitarist Mark Sheehan while performing at Glastonbury on Saturday. The Irish band were formed in 2001 with Danny and Mark joined by fellow original members Glen Power and Benjamin Sargeant - who play drums and bass. The band was left heartbroken in April 2023 when Mark died at the age of 46 following a brief illness. Taking to the stage at Glastonbury, Danny took a moment to pay tribute to his late friend. After performing The Man Who Can't Be Move, the 44-year-old singer took a seat on the edge of the stage and told the audience how much he missed his friend. He shared: "There's one person I really wish was here to see this. "He was on the stage 17 years ago. We lost my best mate and the founding member of The Script Mark Sheehan, we lost him nearly a year and a half ago. "I just want to thank every single person here for keeping us going, for all your thoughts and all your prayers, thank you so much." The touching words provoked a chorus of cheers from the audience, spurring Danny and the band onwards. He added: "I know he's having a whiskey right now looking down on us. With that I'm gonna dedicate this song to him, this song is called If You Could See Me Now." Fans of The Script were shocked by the sudden passing of Mark in 2023 - with the guitarist playing with the group from its creation until his shock passing. His death was announced in a social media post shared via Facebook. The statement said: "Much loved husband, father, brother, band mate and friend Mark Sheehan passed away today in hospital after a brief illness. The family and group ask fans to respect their privacy at this tragic time." Mark had moved to America where he lived with his wife, Rina, and their three children. He died on 14 April 2023. The Script were just one of the many acts performing for excited music fans at Glastonbury during the 2025 festival. Sir Rod Stewart has previously explained how thrilled he is to be headlining one of the stages on Sunday. He told the BBC: "I just wish they wouldn't call it the tea time slot. That sounds like pipe and slippers, doesn't it?" However, he went on to tease fans what to expect when he takes to the stage. He said: "Usually I do well over two hours so there's still a load of songs we won't be able to do. But we've been working at it. "I'm not gonna make any announcements between songs. I'll do one number, shout 'next', and go straight into the next one. I'm going to get in as many songs I can." The singer explained that he usually plays for over two hours when he is on tour and that Glastonbury organisers initially offered him only 75 minutes for his slot - but he was able to negotiate this up to 90 minutes instead.
Scottish Sun
13 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
I'm the Queen of Clean & swear by 69p Superdrug buy to get rid of greasy suncream stains – it's probably in your handbag
CLEAN BREAK I'm the Queen of Clean & swear by 69p Superdrug buy to get rid of greasy suncream stains – it's probably in your handbag FROM barbeques to days at the beach, summertime can be a lot of fun but one essential may be damaging your favourite clothes. While essential for your health and well-being, suncream can be fatal to your wardrobe. Advertisement 3 Suncream is one of the many stains you can get on your summer wardrobe (stock image) Credit: Getty 3 Lynsey Crombie shared the DIY hack she uses to remove stubborn stains from her clothes all summer long Credit: Supplied The summer staple can be a real nuisance to remove from clothes if it comes into contact with them. And you'll want to act quick as the longer you leave it, the worse it'll become. So if you're out and about when the stain happens, a cleaning expert has shared a handy hack. You probably already have the holy grail item somewhere in your handbag. Advertisement To begin, This Morning's Lynsey Crombie recommended gently blotting the stain to absorb as much of the cream as possible. This will help to prevent the product from spreading further across the material. Hand sanitiser And the best way to stop this from happening is to cover the stain with hand sanitiser. With a high alcohol content, this product acts as an on-the-go solvent when you can't throw the stained item into the wash. Advertisement Hand sanitiser can help loosen and lift sunscreen stains, especially those containing oils and certain chemicals, as it breaks down these substances. The alcohol helps to emulsify the oils in the suncream, making them easier to wash away. Doctor shares why you must never wash clothes at 90 or 40 degrees & the right temperature for 'everything but gym gear' And you can pick up a bottle of hand sanitiser for just 69p from Superdrug. Other DIY hacks And if you find yourself trying to save your clothes from suncream stains while you're away at the beach, your saving grace is literally all around you. Advertisement "Cover the stain with sand to dry it out," the cleaning expert advised. "As soon as you can, rinse the stain from the reverse under a cold water tap, to help push it out of the fabric." And if a spillage mishap happens at a barbecue, begin by scraping any excess product with a blunt knife. Laundry tips Catherine Green, sustainable cleaning expert at smol shared her laundry tips. How often should you be remaking your bed? When it comes to your bed, maintaining a hygienic sleep setup can actually improve your sleep quality, helping you start every day better. Most people shed 500 million skin cells per day and a lot of that ends up in bed for dust mites to feed on. And those with asthma or allergies might see symptoms worsen by sleeping on dirty sheets! You want to be washing your sheets once a week - or every 10 days if you don't suffer from allergies and wear nightclothes. Bedding builds up with sweat, skin cells and oils quickly, even if it doesn't look dirty. Using an effective detergent like smol's will still give you a great clean on a 20°C cycle - that's better for the planet and your energy bills! What temperature do smol recommend then? For your regular weekly washes I recommend washing most loads at 20°C for 30 minutes. It's gentler on fabrics, slashes energy use, and still delivers excellent stain removal with the right detergent. A colder wash can actually be more effective if you opt for a bio detergent as its enzymes need cooler water; too hot and they lose their ability to digest stains. A wash at 60°c (unless you have silk sheets) every now and again can help kill off dust mites and other nasties. What's the difference between bio and non-bio detergent? Bio detergents contain enzymes, which are especially good at breaking down tough stains like food, grass, or sweat. It's best used in mid to low temperature washes (ideally between 20-40°C) as anything hotter can cause them not to work effectively. Non-bio skips the enzymes, which in turn makes it more suitable for those with sensitive skin or allergies. Although non-bio doesn't contain enzymes, it's still great at removing stains and keeping your clothes clean, you just may need to use a slightly higher temperature setting to aid with the cleaning process. This helps to prevent it from seeping further into the fabric. Advertisement "You should then flip the item inside out and rinse under cold running water to push the sauce out from the back, as this helps lift the stain rather than spread it," Lynsey said. "Cold water also prevents the stain from setting." Summer cleaning hacks Plus, hacks for removing stubborn sweat stains from your clothes this summer. A three-ingredient paste will leave any yellowed item looking whiter and brighter than ever. Advertisement But you may want to rethink drying your clothes on your line this summer. However, if you do hang out your clothes a simple hack can speed up the process.
