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As summer draws closer, many people are planning a holiday with the entire family. Summer time is excellent for spending a week or two at the beach, catching up on your tan and even to have fun with the kids, but a holiday during these months can be quite expensive. Many families find that their summer holiday takes so much out of their budget that they have to cut back on some essentials, such as their beauty routines. Cutting back on your beauty routine, however, can have an adverse impact on your skin. Whether you have dry or oily skin, maintaining a proper beauty regimen during your summer holiday is essential. The good news is, you don’t have to spend thousands to maintain healthy skin (and hair) while you and the family are enjoying the summer heat at the beach.

Take a look at the 10 easy beauty tips we’ve compiled for you. All of these beauty tips can be implemented even when your budget is very tight.

1. Have Some Water

Water is usually free, even when you’re on holiday. Simply open up the tap at the hotel and fill up your bottles. Keep water bottles with you at all times. You’re most likely spending a lot of time at the beach during your summer holiday, which means you need to make sure your body is hydrated at all times. Hydration helps your body stay cool and will ensure your skin does not dry out.

2. Basic Beauty Routine

While you may not have enough money to spend on expensive facial products when you are planning a holiday, you should still have a basic beauty routine. Get an affordable moisturizer, eye cream, and a gentle face wash. If you are smart, you can get quality products at low prices. Look for discounts, coupons or “gift sets” that contain travel-sized products.

3. Get Your Hair Done Before The Holiday

You want to look and feel great while on holiday, so an appointment with a hair stylist is often on the to-do list for the summer holiday. The problem is, you won’t have a lot of time on your hands as the time draws closer to the holiday. You should make an appointment with your hair stylist a week or two before you go on holiday – getting your hair done when you are on holiday can cost a lot more.

4. Healthy Snacks

Since you’re on holiday, you may feel like splurging out a little. Unfortunately, you need to be more aware of what you eat while you are unable to afford the more expensive skin care products. Instead of opting for chocolate and candy, rather a snack on tomatoes, organic dark chocolate, sardines, walnuts and kiwi fruits. 

5. Eggs For Breakfast

Eggs are not only affordable but also an excellent source of high-quality protein. The Healthy Diet Paradise explains that the protein, combined with the other nutrients found in eggs, helps to promote radiant-looking skin, healthy hair and even improves mental health.

6. Shampooing The Whole Family

You may be used to buying a specialized shampoo and conditioner for yourself, but, chances are, they cost quite a lot of money. You still want clean and soft hair during summer holiday though, so why not opt for a large shampoo and conditioner instead of buying separate products for everyone in the family. Chances are, you’d be able to save a lot of money by opting for a one-liter shampoo and conditioner combo, compared to buying specialized shampoos that only contains about 300 milliliters. Plus, the whole family can use these products, so there’s no need to buy more than one bottle of each.

7. Multi-Tasking Products

While it is nice to use separate products for specific functions, they can quickly add up to hundreds of dollars. Instead, opt for multi-tasking products while on holiday. Two-in-one shampoos mean you don’t have to buy shampoo and conditioner separately. BB Cream means you don’t have to buy foundation, primer, a concealer and an SPF moisturizer separately. These are only two examples – start to explore the beauty aisle at your local store to discover the many options.

8. DIY Face Masks

Buying a face mask can be quite expensive, but it helps to keep your skin soft, glowing and it may even help your skin age slower. A lower budget during the holiday season does not mean you cannot treat your face with a mask. Reader’s Digest recommends a banana, milk or yogurt facial mask to moisturize and keep your skin healthy without having to buy expensive products.

9. DIY Hair Masks

Just like your face, your hair can also benefit from a mask now and then. Hair masks will ensure your hair stays shiny and healthy in the summer heat. Bellator recommends making a hair mask with extra virgin olive oil, milk, coconut oil, apple cider vinegar or honey – depending on your hair type, of course.

10. Bar Soap

It might not be as convenient as liquid soap, but using a bar soap can also save you a lot of money. In fact, you can most likely by a pack of six bar soaps for the price you are paying for one bottle of liquid soap. Explore the soap aisle, and you’ll discover there are many bar soaps with added ingredients to help you moisturize your skin.

Conclusion

Caring for your skin and hair is essential no matter where you are – even while traveling to the beach during summer. Unfortunately, a holiday can cost a lot of money, which means you might have to cut back on the money you spend on beauty products. This doesn’t mean you have to neglect your skin and hair. Implement the 10 tips we’ve shared here to maintain your beauty on a budget this summer. If a skincare product is a must, then opt for a multi-functional product, such as DermaFolia, to help you save money.

References:

http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/expert-answers/hydrated-skin/faq-20058067

http://www.prevention.com/beauty/25-best-foods-for-your-skin/slide/19