The Best Beauty Products For When You Can't Go to The Salon or Spa
It’s a little difficult to keep up with our normal beauty routines right now since we can’t go to the salon or spa. But there are a ton of great alternatives to use right at home that give you the same (or similar) results as going in for the actual treatments. Below is are some of my favorite beauty products to use when you can’t go in for your favorite services + a video from my YouTube Channel where I talk about a few other things. I’ve got you covered with everything from hair, nails, to skin treatments right here!
Nails
Gel UV Nail Lamp
While a trip to the salon will obviously yield longer lasting results, this is a great alternative to use at home. I love this lamp because it is compact and great to store in small spaces.
Manicure Set
The key to a great manicure is the right prep work beforehand. If you don’t have one already, get a little manicure set like this one to keep your nails fresh before you paint them or add any treatment.
Base + Top Coat
When you’re using the UV Lamp for a gel manicure at home, you’re going to need special polish for each step (base coat, color, top coat). I’ve used this brand, as well as Essie’s Gel Base + Top Coat. This one is nice because you don’t have to use any rubbing alcohol to wipe the top coat off after you finish.
Essie Gel Polish
Having a go-to gel color to use for your manicure is always a must! My personal favorite that is usually on my nails is Essie’s Mademoiselle.
Polish to Gel Formula
This formula is INCREDIBLE for people who want to turn their regular nail polish colors into gel colors. All you do is mix 50/50 of this and your regular nail polish and it turns it into a gel that you can use with the UV Lamp! It’s brilliant!
Gel Manicure Starter Kit
This is a great starter kit if you want a one-stop-shop kind of vibe with the lamp, some colors, and a manicure set! The price is very reasonable as well.
Hair
Kenzzi IPL Laser Hair Removal
If you’ve been wanting to do laser hair removal but not pay the big money to get it done in the salon, check this little device out. I’ve been using it for a few months and LOVE the results! It also comes at a fraction of the cost of getting salon treatments and you can use it on your whole body. Use code “ANAREBECA” for $50 off!
Olaplex No. 3 Hair Treatment
The entire Olaplex system is incredible for repairing and building stronger hair, but its Number 3 is a particularly great treatment to use if you have damaged hair from too much heat styling, color, etc.
Briogeo Deep Conditioning Mask
I’ve been testing out a few different Deep Conditioning hair masks and this one from Briogeo is one of my favorites that I keep going back to. It leaves your hair feelings silky smooth and much more manageable.
Christophe Robin Perfect Hair Duo
I found this little duo a couple weeks ago and have been loving the combined results. The white jar is a cleansing scrub for your scalp that helps removes all the product/gunk buildup. The red jar is an amazing conditioning mask that helps revitalize your hair. I’ll definitely be purchasing the regular size in each once I finish them!
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
I know this is a splurge item, but I emotionally purchased this hair dryer a year ago when I was in a low period and I’m so grateful to have it. Drying time is faster and it has all the attachments to do whatever kind of blowout I want right at home!
Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer Brush
If you want to give yourself a salon-like blowout in the comfort of your home, this is an excellent tool to use! It will give your hair a smooth, sleek look that is pumped with tons of volume. People have actually asked me if I went for a salon blowout when I’ve only used this.
Skin
Facial Steamer
I wanted something that would help my skincare products penetrate deeper into my skin and I found that a facial steamer is a great option for that. I’ve used mine a handful of times and don’t know how I’ve gone this far without it. A simple routine you can follow is to steam, do an exfoliating mask, follow with a moisturizing mask, and then top it off with your favorite oils or moisturizer.
PMD Personal Microderm Classic
This little device allows you to perform a simple microdermabrasion treatment without stepping foot into the salon. It comes with different tips to change out based on your needs.
Herbivore Facial Roller
Jade rollers work great to support lymphatic drainage and reduce the appearance of puffiness and wrinkles. It also helps to penetrate your skincare deeper into the skin once you’ve applied it. Sometimes, I’ll leave mine in the refrigerator for a bit to give it an extra cooling sensation.
Microfiber Towels
The towels you use to dry your skin are just as important as the products you put on it. The Microfiber Towels and a great alternative to regular towels that will be much more gentle on your face.
PTR Hydra-Gel Eye Patches
These Peter Thomas Roth eye patches are an absolute dream for when I’m feeling puffy or need an extra dose of hydration under my eyes for whatever reason. They also just feel super luxurious. I also leave these in the refrigerator to give an additional cooling effect when I apply them.
Biossance Squalane + Glycolic Mask
Biossance has a lot of incredible, clean products in their lineup, and this facial mask is one of my favorites for exfoliating and giving me a fresh glow. I use this after I steam my face, and then follow it up with a potent moisturizer. BONUS TIP: Use a brush like this one to apply the mask so you don’t get your hands messy or risk contamination.
EcoTools D.I.Y. Maskmates Kit
I love this little kit because the brush can be used with any face mask to eliminate the contamination you risk when you continuously dip your fingers into a mask jar; but it’s also great for creating your own D.I.Y. masks at home! It has a little dish for mixing and a muddler to bring your recipe together.
Mask Remover Sponges
These sponges help to wipe away your mask once you’re finished. I love them because they offer an additional step of gentle exfoliation when you remove your mask. Plus, they just feel super spa-like.
Captain Green Ultrasonic Skin Scrubber + Pore Extractor
This is a new purchase for me, but I’m loving the results so far. It’s a multi-use tool that helps to deep clean your skin, extract dirt and oil, and infuse your skin care ingredients deeper into your skin. It also claims to help circulation amongst other things.
Schick Dermaplaning & Exfoliating Tool
I’ve been using these dermaplaning tools at home for a couple of years now and I’m obsessed. They help to exfoliate the skin, get rid of unwanted peach fuzz, and eliminate unwanted hairs around your eyebrows or other areas of the face. Highly recommend these because they don’t break the bank either!
What are some of your favorite Beauty products to use at home? Comment below with more ideas or tips to inspire others!
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