11 High-Quality Items That More Than Pay for Themselves
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Parfums de Marly Pegasus Eau de Parfum
From $205.00
We’ve all heard wisecracks about cheap perfume—and there’s a reason for this, according to Bodge. “Fragrance is one of those categories where it’s very hard to get it right at budget pricing, partially because of expensive ingredients like natural oils,” she explains. “The good news is that fragrance lasts so long that treating yourself to a fine fragrance every once in a while really isn’t so bad. Or, if a fragrance you want is out of your price range, ask for it as a gift.”
Try a bold fragrance like Pegasus Eau de Parfum from Parfuns de Marly. It’s ripe with lush notes of sandalwood and white bergamot.
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ISDIN Photo Eryfotona Ageless Sunscreen
$66.00
If you have sensitive skin, allergies, or other concerns, cosmetics and skin care are definitely not the places to try to save a few bucks. “When it comes it’s to sensitive skin, check labels closely for a high content of natural materials and formulas you know work best for you,” says Bodge. That’s doubly true when it comes to sun protection, which is (or should be) a vital daily ritual.
Try ISDIN Photo Eryfotona Ageless Sunscreen Zinc Oxide SPF 50+, a mineral-based tinted formula that’s gentle on most skin types.
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Natural Formula Keratin Intense Shampoo
$12.99
Before we talk about products, let’s talk about hair care, in general. Spending your money on a good cut is worth it. Think of it as an investment, not a splurge. “If you have tricky hair or if you are going for a new color or style, don’t go to your local beauty school or inexpensive salon chain to get your hair done,” says Bodge, who happens to pride herself on her buoyant mane. “A good cut will look great out of the gate, and it will also grow out well, lasting you longer than cheaper decisions.” You don’t have to fork over an absolute fortune, though, because good-quality cuts and styling are available in most areas.
Choosing the right products also goes a long way. Consider upgrading those buy-one-get-one grocery-store shampoo deals to still-affordable brands with better quality ingredients, like Natural Formula Keratin Intense Shampoo, which is free of color and keratin treatment-killing ingredients like sodium chloride. The result is less damage—and a longer life for your haircut. This line also made our list of the best hair masks for damaged hair.
