It’s February and we’re all feeling the pinch, and not just because our favourite jeans won’t fit.

A month on, we’re still skint after the excesses of Christmas, so what could be better than a little beauty pick-me-up but on the cheap?

Believe it or not, it is in fact possible to stay organic and ethical without breaking the bank. Here are some top budget beauty buys all for under a fiver.

Naked
Naked offers some great eco-friendly products at affordable prices. It’s particularly hard to find good ethical hair products, but they have it nailed. Treat your hair to an intensive mask for just £1.29. They have shampoo and conditioner for every hair type going, and all priced at around £3.99 each. Don’t be put off by the texture of the shampoos – that’s just the goodness! They also have a great rice shower scrub for £3.99, and follow with their body butter for £4.99. Available at www.nakedbodycare.co.uk and Boots stores.

Botanics Organic
The Botanics range at Boots also has an organic line. You can always count on Boots to make their products affordable, and this is no exception. Highlights include a rosewater toner for £3.91, and a super balm, small enough to carry around and have on-hand for any skin emergencies, priced at £4.88. At the time of writing, it was also ‘buy one get the second half price’, so it really is beauty on a budget! Available from www.boots.com and Boots stores.

Organic Surge
With their funky packaging you can stay fair whilst also looking good. Their Tropical bergamot handwash comes in a handy pump dispenser and has a lovely, fresh scent. And only £3.99! Available at www.organicsurge.com, Superdrug stores and leading supermarkets.

Purity Organic Skincare
Purity Organic Skincare is now available in Superdrug stores. Although some are priced at just over our £5 budget (still a snip), they have a couple of skincare products that do the business. Their makeup remover is a beauty bag essential, £3.99, and their facial exfoliater at £3.99 will keep skin fresh and bright. www.superdrug.com and Superdrug stores.

Goodworks Good Karma
This fab range has some great products on offer, and its colourful packaging will brighten up any bathroom cabinet. Their Good Karma body scrub, £4.67, is a great way to prep before adding a generous spray of Good Karma body spritzer, £3.99. Available from Boots stores and at www.goodworksaromatherapy.com

At these prices we can all look good, even if the bank balance doesn’t!

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