5 Budget Beauty tips 

A girlfriend of mine landed in a bed last week that wasn’t exactly hers. No, I’m not mentioning names. It was good fun, but the next morning was a different matter. Girlfriend was not prepared for her night-time adventure so did not have an overnight bag with her or a toiletry bag. Irritating. And then you need to go rummaging through someones bathroom hoping to not end up smelling like men’s shampoo and deo. Well the answer is close by. Dive into the kitchen. Beat him to it before he tries to fry you an egg, so you can walk out with a healthy shake instead and you’ll look appetising. Also some good ideas for in case your beauty stash is unavailable or if you only have a few bits and pieces left over in the cupboard.

Honey as face mask

Talking about the flowers and bees. Honey, raw honey has anti-bacterial properties and is perfect for helping to get rid of spots. Leave for ten minutes, rinse with warm water and the work is done. You’ll walk out the door with a healthy glow on your face. Which you probably already had, but is now enhanced.

White teeth

No toothbrush with you but taking his brush is one step too far for you? Try a little baking powder on your teeth, it’ll make your teeth quite a lot whiter. Be sure to rinse very well. Oh, you won’t get the fresh breath smell from it so  having a few peppermints or gum afterwards wouldn’t be considered a luxury.

smooth legs

Most men will have shaving creme in their bathroom cupboards and probably no conditioner, but if you’re in trouble at home, conditioner is a perfect alternative. Not for ever, but for one time. It’s hydrating, makes hair smoother and is far easier to shave with. Win-win-situation.

Vaseline

Look, everyone should have a pot of Vaseline in their bags at all times. After all it is a wonder product. Use it to create a wet look, to give your cheekbones a gloss, to smear on your lips and to comb your eyebrows back in shape. I’m pretty sure most men would have a pot somewhere in the cupboard.

Lemons

No, you’re not going to do this at the breakfast table with your new love sitting there, but at home. Lemon juice makes your nails bright again and feeds your cuticles. Do a lemon bath.