As the economy continues to flounder, I tighten my purse strings. I live by frugal means, but I don’t have to completely sacrifice all the beauty splendors that come with a lofty price tag.

Trips to the spa are a rare treat, but the benefits of their treatments don’t have to be. More options are out there thanks to development in DIY beauty. Peels don’t have to end in a red faced nightmare that has you hiding from the world like some sort of elephant man. Bliss now has an at home offering. Their ‘That’s Incredi-Peel’ Daily Peel Pads are amazing and cost less than half of the spa options. Swipe the pad over your face and neck before bed, and the exfoliating glycolic acid is released throughout the night. You’ll wake up with soft and smooth skin in the morning. Aside from the friendlier price tag, you can skip the angry red face!

You don’t have to fork out a $50 over and over again for a manicure worthy of the red carpet. Invest in the Red Carpet Gel Polish Starter Kit and you can give yourself a spa worthy mani anytime. Start with The Beauty Stop’s natural option to an at home exfoliating treatment and finish off with the tools in the starter kit. It includes an LED light and gel polish that will ensure a long lasting manicure.