6 Easy Ways To Refresh Your Look Without Breaking The Bank

Did you know that the self-esteem gap between men and women is more pronounced in Western cultures? Yeah, we didn’t either. We figure this is probably because of the media — we see thousands of filtered images of women on the daily, but our mirrors don’t have built in Photoshop (not yet, anyway).

While you definitely don’t need to look like the women on the magazine cover to feel good about yourself. Sometimes changing up your look a little can do wonders for your self-esteem, even if the only person who sees it is you (#workfromhomelife). If there are times when your self-esteem is lower than expected, then refreshing your look is one way to take self-care to the next level is and change how you think about yourself.

Below are some ideas on how to refresh your looks that will allow you to experiment, test out new ideas and generally have fun with your appearance.

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Make-up

A relatively cheap and effective way of changing or refreshing your look is to switch up your make up. This can be anything from changing the color of your eyeliner to investing in a selection of lipsticks that add a pop of color to your routine. These lip stains will last all day, even if you’re wearing a mask!

Another idea is to add some sparkle to your make up routine; this is especially fun when you are heading out for the evening or celebrating over Christmas.


Whether you’re looking for a natural glam or soft look, check out these articles for inspiration:

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Hair

You may decide you want to give yourself a little makeover by changing your hair color. There are many different options, from permanent to demi-permanent or semi-permanent. We love this at-home hair color kit by Madison Reed!

If you don’t wish to go down the permanent route then opt for the other options on the market such as colored hairspray or colored gel. These products wash out, and you can change them to reflect the mood you are in. Our favs are L’Oreal Paris and Unicorn Hair.


For more on hair care and hair styling guides, these articles may be helpful to you:

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Add Glasses

Even if you don’t need glasses, anyone can rock non-prescription glasses. You can also learn how to select glasses to suit the shape of your face. 

There are so many styles to choose from! You could opt for several different colors and styles to match your daily outfits. We love Warby Parker’s at-home try on system, which ships several pairs of glasses to your home for you to try before making a commitment. These fashion glasses are also super cute, and they block blue light as well! Functional makeover? Sign us up!


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Hair Extensions

If you want longer hair but don’t want to wait for your own to grow out, you can opt for hair extensions! Plus, at-home extensions are a great and easy way to switch up your look on the daily without committing to a totally new style.

While going to a professional to put these in is the best option, you can choose to do this little makeover at home if you don’t want to make that commitment just yet. Some options come as a subtle headband, others clip directly in to your hair, or some even come in a bun shape that you can secure to the top of your head for a cute updo! We love these hair extensions from Barefoot Blonde Hair!


 

Clothes

If you have fallen out of love with your wardrobe, a wardrobe detox can help spice things up a bit. Remove items that you no longer love and then play around with the items left. Pick out a few key pieces and pull together different outfits. Doing this wardrobe makeover will help you fall in love with your wardrobe again, with the added bonus of doing some decluttering!

If you need some closet detox tips, we’ve got the ultimate guide to cleaning out your closet! You could also start a capsule wardrobe — have every look you need right at your fingertips without crowding your closet. Check out our capsule wardrobe guides for lingerie, outerwear, denim, and power outfits!


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Accessories

Even small accessory changes can seriously take your look to the next level! 

Accessories are a great way to add a pop of color or makeover an outfit completely. By purchasing a few key pieces, you will be adding interest, texture and color to your already stylin’ wardrobe. These can be items such as brooches, jewelry, gloves, scarves, belts, hair accessories, and more! You’ll also have a lot of luck scoring unique, quality pieces from small businesses at reasonable prices.

 


These are just a few tips to help you create a fresh new look that won’t break the bank. If you need something new to spice up the end of 2020, refreshing your style could be the perfect way to go! But the most important thing is that you always do you, sis — be comfortable with yourself, and that beautiful confidence will radiate out from you!

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What do you think of these simple tips to give your look a little makeover? Let us know in the comments!


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