Self magazine says extending time between beauty appointments can save some cash. To prolong a pedi, Los Angeles nail tech Jenna Hipp tells the magazine, "Apply a thin top coat with UV shields every other day for fewer chips and a good-as-new hue." Editors recommend Orly Magnifique.

Other tips include preserving a hair blowout and extending a tan.

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