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I think having an easy beauty routine is awesome. I have been using the same bb cream, mascara, eyeshadow and bronzer for years. I have tried a few blushes. It takes me 90 seconds to do my makeup. 5 minutes with eyeliner & brows for an event. Don't let them sell you on expensive brushes, the Sonia Kashuk ones at Target are 1/3 the price and great. I really like Nordstrom for product. Do you have a brand in mind that you like? I love Supergoop for sunscreen and Dior for mascara.

As far as hair get a refferal from a friend or two with hair you love and try it once. Make sure you call for a price first to be sure it's in your budget. I also have shoulder length hair, I get it cut at a salon 3-4 times a year and dyed back dark to my natural color in the fall. My Mom cut my hair the same length through high school, simple cuts are great, but depending on your hair it's nice to have someone who is expirenced work with you to help you get the most from your visit.

Getting a makeup consultation at Sephora is awesome and they'll set you up with everything you need.

Personally I feel that you get what you pay for when it comes to haircuts. I think you have to drop a little cash on that type of thing. I do a cut and color every 8 weeks because I'm noticeably gray (at 31!) look on yelp or get recommendations from friends/family.

Yes, I agree that you get what you pay for in haircuts. If you are only going to go a few times a year, ask for a senior stylist or even the owner of the salon. Tell them what your concerns are and how much you can spend/visit per year and they'll come up with a plan for you.

The best thing I ever did was get an American wave 2 summers ago...my hair was practically maintenance free in the humid summer and it gradually relaxed, as opposed to growing out like a perm. I loved it so much but my hair was too short for it this summer, I am growing out my hair so I can get it done again this summer.

As for makeup, I'd invest instead in skin care. If your insurance covers a visit to a dermatologist, start there. It was the best thing I did for my skin.

@Mrs. Confetti: it relaxes, unlike a perm, where you see the line on new hair growth.