According to a recent survey by Yell, 90% of those questioned said they had attempted DIY beauty treatments at home – from face masks to lash extensions – with 68% of those doing so to save money.
And with off-the-shelf formulations better than ever and endless tutorials on TikTok and YouTube, it’s no wonder we’re seeing a rise in people skipping the salon in favour of doing their beauty upkeep themselves.
Of course, not everything should be attempted at home. Many services involve complex techniques that require years of training to master (we have never seen at-home highlights go well, for example), while anything potentially dangerous involving delicate areas, sharp objects or strong chemicals should be left to those qualified to use them safely.
Plus, in our minds, nothing really beats the mood-boosting treat of a trip to the salon. But here are two examples of how with the right intel and a little practice (plus a small upfront cost), you could save money on your beauty routine in the long term… Our head of fashion and beauty Zoe has swapped her twice-monthly salon manicures for DIY nails "I love having my nails done.
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