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Struggling to afford your skincare habits? There’s no denying that skincare can often get pretty pricey – splurge on every step of your skincare routine and you’ll end up losing a hefty chunk of your bank balance.
However, is it possible to put together an effective skincare routine without spending a small fortune? Of course! Read on as Lionesse shares some top tips on how to build the ultimate skincare routine on a budget.
Prioritize the Essential Steps
While you may think that your skincare routine needs to consist of several different steps, this isn’t the case at all. Instead, shorter skincare routines can be just as beneficial, so long as you make sure that you prioritize the most essential steps. These are the steps that are worth spending a little more money on as they form the foundation of any skincare routine and will give your skin most of what it needs.
The first essential? Cleansing. Many of the cheaper cleansers on the market contain sulfates, which are ingredients worth avoiding. They’re too harsh for the skin, no matter your skin type, so always opt for sulfate-free formulas, like the Lionesse White Pearl Facial Cleanser, whenever possible, even if this means forking over a little extra.
The next essential is a moisturizer. While most skincare experts recommend having separate moisturizers for day and night due to how the skin’s needs change depending on the time of day, some formulas lend themselves well to being used twice a day. The Lionesse Black Onyx Cream is one. It provides plenty of antioxidants to keep the skin feeling safe from environmental damage during the day, yet it also offers enough hydration to counter the increased moisture loss that the skin experiences overnight.
Last but definitely not least, you’ll need a sunscreen. A broad-spectrum SPF 30 formula is essential. Other than that, so long as you’re using a high-quality moisturizer, you don’t need to pay extra for a sunscreen that’s formulated with antioxidants and other expensive ingredients.
Look for Multifunctional Products
While the three essential steps we discussed above are great for maintaining a healthy complexion, you may still need a few extra products to tackle any specific visible skin concerns you’re dealing with. This is often where costs can mount, but one way to make some good savings is to seek out multifunctional products. Find a single product that’s able to meet a few of your skin’s different needs and this will save you from having to splash out on multiple products.
The Lionesse Morganite Transforming Serum is a great example. Yes, there are cheaper serums out there, but this formula does the job of both a hydrating serum and an antioxidant serum, turning two steps of your skincare routine into one. With a blend of vitamin C, sodium hyaluronate, collagen, and peptides, it will also work to make your skin barrier feel stronger and more resilient.
LED light therapy devices are also known for their multi-functionality. A product like the Photonix-2 Jade Eye Wand will tackle the appearance of everything from crow’s feet to dark circles to puffy eye bags. While its price tag may not appear to be very budget-friendly, this is a device that will last you for years. Once you have it, you won’t need to keep replacing it every few months in the way that you do your topical skincare products. Plus, with our next tip, the initial investment to purchase a product such as this won’t seem quite so painful…
Seek Out Brands That Offer Payment Plans
While many skincare brands need an upfront payment for the products that you purchase from them, some will give you the option of paying in installments. This gives you the opportunity to spread the cost of a product, making it easier to budget for your skincare needs.
While payment plans aren’t available through Lionesse itself, we do offer the option of purchasing Lionesse products with PayPal, which allows you to pay monthly versus a single lump sum. This means that you’ll be able to keep your skincare routine budget-friendly while treating your skin to the high-end formulas it deserves!
Know Which Ingredients Are Worth Spending On
When it comes to skincare ingredients, some are definitely worth more than others. Rather than throwing your money at products that contain cheap filler ingredients, know which ingredients have true value so that you can direct your hard-earned cash to the products that deserve it.
Vitamin C is an ingredient that’s well worth investing in. Yes, it’s available cheaply, but those products tend to use harsher forms of vitamin C – ones that also run a high risk of irritating the skin. Opt for a gentle, stable, yet effective alternative, like the 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid in the Lionesse White Pearl Vitamin C Serum, and you’ll be giving your skin access to one of the best ingredients around. Plus, with vitamin C also being a multi-tasking ingredient, it’s a must in any budget skincare routine!
Which other ingredients are worth the splurge? Here are some that warrant a slightly higher price tag:
- Retinol and other retinoids
- Niacinamide
- Hyaluronic acid
- Ceramides
- Alpha-hydroxy acids
- Peptides
Make the Most of Deals and Discounts
It’s always satisfying to bag a bargain, and this is what you should be aiming to do with your skincare too, especially if you’re trying to stick to a tight budget. Fortunately, most skincare brands offer a range of deals. Whether they be seasonal discounts or holiday specials, make the most of these. Sure, this may require some advanced planning when it comes to your skincare routine but don’t let a good skincare bargain pass you by!
In addition to offering special deals at various times of the year, some skincare brands will also give you a large percentage off your order if you sign up for their membership club, newsletter, or whatever else they happen to be promoting. Sign up with Lionesse and you’ll be able to enjoy a hefty 20% off your purchase, which could save you a pretty penny!
You’ll also find a selection of skincare gift sets available on our online shop. These are product bundles that are available at a discounted price, compared to if you were to purchase each product individually. Both the White Pearl Gift Set and the Routine Gift Set provide everything that you could need for a comprehensive skincare routine, with the exception of a sunscreen. Not only will you save money, but they’re also a great way to get started with skincare if you’re a newbie who isn’t sure what should and shouldn’t be in your routine.
Don’t Be Afraid to Mix and Match Different Brands
There’s nothing wrong with having brand loyalty – we always encourage that at Lionesse! However, don’t let this get in the way of your skincare routine. Many people believe that all of the products that they use should come from a single brand. While there can be some benefits to this, such as how products from the same collection are often formulated to complement each other and enhance the effects of each, there’s nothing wrong with mixing and matching products from different brands either.
In many ways, taking the latter approach can be a great way to put together an effective skincare routine without spending too much money. You’ll be able to splurge on a couple of higher-end products that offer plenty of potency, while also including a few cheaper basics to keep the overall cost of your routine low.
Another benefit to this is that you’ll have access to a more diverse range of ingredients. However, the downside is that you may end up mixing incompatible ingredients, so plenty of research is needed if you end up shopping from various brands.
Shop Smartly
Ever bought a new skincare product only to end up hardly using it? Whether this is due to your skin reacting to it, to the product not working as promised, or anything else, this can be a big waste of money. It’s definitely not what you need when you’re sticking to a budget!
How can you get around this? By shopping smartly. Start by doing some research into the products you’re thinking of purchasing. Read reviews so that you know how a product works for different people and on different skin types. This will give you a better idea as to how your own skin will respond to that product.
As we mentioned earlier, paying attention to ingredients can really help too. You might also find that some brands offer a lower price for larger-sized products. If this is a product that you use regularly, it’s another great way to save.
It’s also worth paying attention to the packaging that a product is in. Looking for an antioxidant serum? Avoid anything in a transparent bottle. Light will quickly degrade powerful antioxidants. The same applies to serums that don’t have a pump dispenser, meaning that oxygen can quickly contaminate the formula and, once again, degrade the ingredients within. Instead, you want to look for opaque containers that keep oxygen out, just like the Lionesse Opal Sheer Collagen Serum.
One other thing to consider is how the price of a product can vary depending on where you purchase it from. While you may think that you’re getting a discount by buying a product from a third-party retailer instead of directly from the brand, make sure that said product is genuine. There are so many fakes out there that could end up harming, rather than helping, your skin.
Putting Together a Skincare Routine Without Breaking the Bank
When it comes to creating a skincare routine on a budget, there are plenty of routes that you can take. Know which ingredients/products are worth spending on, ensure that you’ve covered all of the essentials, and spend some time exploring deals, discounts, reviews, and more. It won’t be long before you’re able to put together a skincare routine that’s perfectly tailored to your skin, without causing too much pain to your bank balance!
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