When money is tight, "experts" say luxuries such as beauty products and new clothes are the first things to go. But no style-conscious woman is going to stop coloring her hair or waxing her bikini line, nor resign herself to last season's looks just to save a buck. Skip your morning coffee if you must, but when the going gets tough, looking great is the best way to keep a bounce in your step. This week, we've rounded up the top ways to save big on beauty and style.

Beauty Bargains

From discounted haircuts to complimentary cosmetics, beauty bargains abound for those who know where to look. >From now until the end of June, head to Teddie Kossof Salon in Northfield where they are offering a cut and style for only $15 with two of their new stylists. Cuts at the ultra-chic Teddie Kossof Salon normally run $50 and up. At the Aveda Institute consumers can book cut-rate services with students in training under the supervision of licensed Aveda educators. Offerings include hair services, face and body treatments makeup and hair removal all at low prices.

Celebs everywhere seem to be sporting super long locks with incredible ease. If you've ever tried to duplicate the look, your patience probably wore thin waiting for your hair to reach even half the length. Their secret? Great Lengths Hair Extensions.

You too can have this haute look with the help of Gina King-Mondragon-- she'll guide you in choosing the right style, length and application method. Plus, with huge savings such as $200 off partial or volumizing extensions, or $500 off a full head of extensions, you can't afford to be less than gorgeous.

Gina King-Mondragon is housed within Rachel K Salon at 45 East Oak Street in Chicago. Phone: (312) 573-0626

Pictured: Could Denise be sporting hair extensions? Image courtesy of prphotos.com

A veritable oasis for all skin needs, Facial Boutique is a one-stop-shop for maintaining beautiful skin, right in the middle of the city. Facial Boutique offers an intimate setting where topnotch estheticians focus on maintaining your skin's well being. Open seven days a week, Facial Boutique is always ready and willing to improve any skin snafu or prep your visage for a special event. Choose from the most diverse list of facial offerings sure to suit any skin type or facial need. Indulge your skin with custom facial treatments featuring the YonKa skin care line, which utilizes plant extracts and cutting edge science in order to give your skin a youthful, healthy appearance.

Facial Boutique is located in The Loop at 111 N. Wabash, Suite 1317. Phone: (312) 558-1092

Play hooky! Book a facial any Monday for just $38 with the printable Savings Invitation (normally $60).