La Voz Hispana article #4

Inexpensive Beauty Secrets

by Shannon Ridgway

Want to look your best without spending a fortune? Try these inexpensive yet very effective options listed below. Minimal maintenance AND minimal money spent. You can't get any better than that!

FOR YOUR HAIR

In a rush, no time to wash? Try dry shampoo. It's basically a powder that absorbs the oil from your scalp. Try Batiste Dry Shampoo, $7 Sally Beauty Supply

FOR YOUR LIPS AND EYELASHES:

Try petroleum jelly. Use on your lips to smooth and soften, and on your eyelashes to condition and strengthen. Just remember: a little bit goes a long way. Vaseline: $3.50, Wal-Mart

FOR YOUR SKIN:

To moisturize and even out skin tone, Vitamin E Oil works wonders. If it seems too greasy, just mix it with your regular moisturizer. Nature's Bounty Natural Vitamin E Oil, liquid: $8.99, walgreens.com

FOR YOUR EYES:

The caffeine in cooled tea bags acts as a diuretic to reduce the moisture that causes under eye puffiness and discoloration. They usually cost around $5 per box and are available at the grocery store.

FOR YOUR TEETH:

Instead of spending lots of money on whitening strips or gel, use a cloth to rub some baking soda onto your teeth twice a day. After a couple of weeks your teeth will be sparkly white again!