Look like a million but spend far less? Absolutely!
Beauty Writer: Wendy Ward

You can easily give that impression without a hefty price tag or a posh arsenal of beauty products. And, regardless of who we are, we all appreciate really good value, even the most extravagant shopper.

Our challenge at The Village was to go in search of the best in beauty for $50 and under and our finds are worth far more than their small price tags.
A quick browse around the aisles in pharmacies, health food stores and supermarkets shows how effortlessly we can buy at affordable prices without fore-going the essentials. While there, take the time to explore and the latest in beauty care can be yours.

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Be active, be beautiful
The Village have plenty to offer towards beauty and feeling wonderful. Get the body moving and help give your skin a glow by taking a regular walk, what could possibly be easier? Call up your friends and join The Village Walkers Club* you'll feel revived and refreshed, toned and gorgeous! Happy spending!

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Natio Natural Australian Beauty and Skin Care Radiance Gift Pack,
$29.95 includes:
Gentle Foaming Facial Cleanser
Gentle Toner with Rosewater and Chamomile
Clay and Plant Purifying Face Mask
Skin Brightening Face Balm
Nina Ynez, 9144 1474

NEW! Osilica Skin Care for balanced, protected and glowing skin.

The new Osilica Skin care range uses effective botanical ingredients infused with Colloidal Silica to assist your skin's radiance. Micro particles of Silica give your skin a silky feeling, a noticeably enhanced texture and youthful-looking skin.

Osilica body and face treatments.
Rejuvenate and invigorate body lotion $22.95
Revive and nutrient boost face and neck moisturiser $24.95
Repair and strengthen hand and nail cream $14.95
Replenish eye cream $27.95

Osilica capsules and gel are taken to promote the health of the skin from the inside, promoting healthy skin, hair, nails and connective tissue (right).
100 capsules $47.95
50 capsules $29.95
500ml gel $29.95
O'Loughlin's Medical Pharmacy, 9440 0030

Smelling pretty
Instead of fragrance, build a wardrobe of body partners so you can start the day with a refreshing body wash and team it same scent butter or lotion. You'll smell divine and at the same have super smooth skin.

Olivina Body Wash and Hand and Body Lotion $34.95 each - pure oils and fragrances
Nina Ynez, 9144 1474

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Cutting edge treatments
You'll be surprised at what's on offer - the skincare shelves alone are bursting with cutting-edge ingredients that provide high-performance results once only promised by the high-end brands.

For a mere few dollars and the right strategy, you can pick up treasures that address your every beauty need from top to toe. Find great tools like make-up remover towellettes, cleansing wipes, glossy nail lacquers in right on trend shades, a new mascara or fabulously textured lippies that have the perfect sheen and into the bargain, leave the lips moist.

Nude by nature skin care range, prices from $15.95 to $32.95.
McFaddens Pharmacy, 9144 7011

Clarins extra firming lip care – make your lips perfect for any colour you choose.
Lip and contour gentle exfoliator $38
Lip and contour balm $44
St Ives Professional Skin Care, 9449 4711

Ultraceuticals professional ultra moisturiser for eyes $49. Australian made ultra moisturising eye cream with ceramides, hyaluronan, Vitamin E and colours.
St Ives Professional Skin Care,
9449 4711

Burt's Bees range of skin care.
Lip Balms for sun protection, moisture, soothing and rejuvenation $6.95
Moisturising Night Crème $27.95
Moisturising Day Crème $29.95
Royal Jelly Eye Crème $27.95
Nina Ynez, 9144 1474

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Balance your budget
– partner your essentials with multi-talented value items
Work a compromise for products you just can't live without. Remember, you don't have to go low on everything. It's as much about being savvy as it is about getting real value. You can still invest in your key beauty piece like a fabulous face serum or eye cream. Don't be afraid to mix and match, work your favourite and pricier foundation for example with a low cost blush or lipstick. It's much the same as the little black dress that makes you feel a million dollars and seamlessly takes you to dinner or cocktail party, year after year with just an update in accessories.

If the urge to spend up is irresistible, buy wise. Read the label and choose a multi-talented formula that offers many benefits and targets your concerns in a single item.

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Take a moment to enjoy
When it comes to a slice of pampering and a little bit of what you love, it's amazing what you can track down and still have change from $50.
Here's our two cents worth on snapping up a few treats and getting your beauty fix:

The perfect pedicure or manicure; a $20 dollar blow dry; a brow shape or a heavenly neck and shoulder massage.
Quick Fix Treatment from Nina Ynez
A great pick me up, designed for those with a busy lifestyle, 30 minute facial $50 in salon treatment – bliss!

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Clarins HydraQuench Tinted Facial Moisturiser $48
100% Mineral Filter with SPF 6. Moisturises and colours in one easy step. Combines day time hydration with skin smoothing colour.
St Ives Professional Skin Care, 9449 4711

Clarins Hand and Nail Treatment Cream $40
One of the world's best selling treatments combines softening treatment with nail strengthening ingredients. St Ives Professional Skin Care, 9449 4711

La Source by Crabtree and Evelyn Refresh and Revive with Body Mist $24.95 Leg and Foot Mist $19.95.
Nina Ynez, 9144 1474

Avene Thermal Spring Water is the key ingredient for all Avene products. The unique properties in the water assist with its ability to cleanse, smooth and calm sensitive skin. It can both tone and soothe inflamed skin. 150ml $19.95, 300ml $24.95.

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Latest colours
Check out the myriad of makeup palettes that include eye shadows, glosses and cheek colours (more neutral shades are terrific as these work well for everyone), promotional packs or gifts with purchase (gwp) as these are available throughout the year, not just on special occasions.

Ulta 3 – latest trends in colour. Prices range from $2.25 up to $6.95. Get all these for under $20.
Lip Colour, Coral Reef $2.95. Nail colour, Tangelo $2.25. Natural Coverage Foundation, $6.95. Eye Shadow Palette in Red Smoke $6.95.

Revlon latest technology and on trend colours
ColorStay Mineral H20 translucent powder $34.95. Age Defying DNA liquid make up $39.95 Nail colour – Grey Suede $13.95. Lip stick long lasting – Caramel Glaze $21.95.
McFaddens Pharmacy, 9144 7011

All prices correct at time of publishing, subject to change and availability

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