Around one in three British adults are concerned about the rising costs of living and the impact of inflation on their daily lives. Bills are skyrocketing and basic living expenses are eating away at more and more of our salaries each month.
After inflation hit a 30 year high, it is no wonder that half of us are already cutting down on non-essential spending and luxuries such as takeaways or manicures. To make ends meet, these are the expenses that disappear first. Yet they can often be the ones we rely on to keep spirits high and poor mental health at bay.
Because of this, many people are looking for alternative ways to enjoy their little treats where possible. One business that is looking to provide cheaper, DIY solutions for those worried about rising costs is Lychee Nail.
They understand that while a fresh set of nails can make people feel a little more human and offer time to indulge themselves – regular salon trips are expensive!
Their solution – at home gel wraps you can apply yourself for a fraction of the price.
It provides people with the same quality results as a salon manicure but can be used as frequently as you like. At less than £10 a pack, it’s not going to break the bank every time you fancy a little spruce up!
During the pandemic, we lost the ability to go out and enjoy ourselves like we usually would. Instead, we had to entertain ourselves at home and get creative with DIY self-care. Those who didn’t have the resources to do so were often struggling to escape the relentless stresses of work and life during COVID.
Even now we are out the other side – this worry of rising costs adds further stress. We still need to take a break from it every once in a while. Avoiding burnout means making time for ourselves and doing things we enjoy.
At-home manicures are certainly going to become more popular as we look for alternatives to salon prices. Getting together with friends to pamper one another or just enjoying some alone time can significantly boost your mood and so we should try not to get rid of these little luxuries altogether.
Even home haircuts became necessary over the past couple of years. Many people have been reluctant to return to barbers and salons because they are prioritising other bills. Spa days and facials will soon become a thing of the past too if people don’t see a drop in the cost of living. Or, a rise in wages.
However, the work of companies like Lychee Nail is making it possible to enjoy these comforts at home for a fraction of the price we may usually pay. In an effort to hold onto self-care luxuries and feel a little bit better from time to time, we’re avoiding shop-based treatments and doing it ourselves!