Save on salon visits with these 8 at-home solutions

Affordable haircare and beauty buys can save you hundreds on trips to the salon. Here are our picks for at-home care.

02/09/2023

Cantu

Protective Styles Hair Bath and Cleanser, £9

Hair baths are changing the wash game and paving the way is Cantu Protective Styles. Achieve a deep salon-style cleanse at home for wigs and weaves with this apple cider vinegar and aloe soak designed to remove stubborn product build-ups and leave strands box fresh.

Leighton Denny

Glazed Expression Nail Polish, £12.50

If there’s one way to look expensive, it’s with a great manicure. Save on the expense of a trip to the nail salon by opting for Leighton Denny’s Glazed Expression Polish. It gives you that coveted glazed doughnut look without the price tag.

E.L.F Cosmetics

Halo Glow Highlight Beauty Wand, £9

Plane tickets, hotel bills and tourist taxes can all add up. So why not get a sun-kissed glow without stepping foot in an airport by swiping e.l.f’s Halo Glow Highlight Beauty Wand across your cheekbones, nose and brow bones.

COSRX

Full Fit Propolis Lip Sleeping Mask, £22

Improve the appearance of lips (literally overnight) without costly treatments. Cosrx’s lip mask is a bedside essential, allowing you to greet the day with soft, moisturised lips thanks to an infusion of honey and shea butter.

Amika

Perk Up Plus Extended Clean Dry Shampoo, £16

Hair in need of a refresh, but don’t want to commit to a full wash? Save time on styling, washing and amenity bills with this dry shampoo. Absorbing excess oil with arrowroot powder and balancing the scalp with mandelic acid, it extends time between washes without feeling gritty.

Iamproud

Body Proud Bright Boost Body Cleanser, £9.95

Make the most of shower time with this lightweight cleansing solution. Featuring exotic lotus and seaweed, the formula brightens the skin while utilising fragrance technology to boost your mood. Grab your loofah and buff away dead skin at the same time for double the benefits.

Bread

Beauty Supply Hair-Oil: Everyday Gloss, £13

Ideal for 3c to 4a hair, this oil helps to uncover soft and supple curls and coils. The formula features collagen and elastin-enhancing vitamin C, as well as starflower oil, which strengthens hair to prevent breakages. With this bottle, a little goes a long way!

Salon Remi

Brazilian Body Wave, £46.14

These human hair extensions are ready to dye, meaning you can lift, balayage, dip dye (and more!) to your heart’s content. Premium quality, yet affordable, the Salon Remi collection really delivers salon standards for less.