I’m On a Budget

What Should I Actually Spend Money On at Frida… and What Can I Dial Back (For Now)?

Money is money. Sometimes you’re in your everything shower era, and sometimes you’re in your “what if I just stay inside and don’t spend anything ever again?” era.
At Frida, we care way more about helping you make smart choices than pushing you into a routine that doesn’t match your life right now.

So if you’re trying to be mindful with your budget, here’s exactly where to invest — and where you can chill for a bit — without compromising your long-term skin goals.

If You’re Spending on Anything, Let It Be This

1. A High-Quality SPF (Non-Negotiable)
   This is the only product that protects the money you invest in literally every other treatment.
   It prevents premature aging, pigmentation, and collagen breakdown — and it works instantly and long-term.
   If there’s one thing you don’t skip, it’s this.
   
   Budget tip: You don’t need the fanciest formula — you just need one you’ll actually wear daily.
   
   

2. A Vitamin C Serum (Your AM Workhorse)
   Vitamin C is like insurance for your collagen. It brightens, shields your skin from environmental stressors, and helps even tone. It makes your SPF work harder and your future self look better.
   
   Budget tip: If SkinCeuticals isn’t in your era right now, we carry medical-grade alternatives that still deliver results.
   
   

3. Botox for Prevention (Strategic, Targeted, Not Overboard)
   If you’re budgeting but still want to invest in injectables, Botox is the most efficient use of funds. It prevents lines from becoming permanent, keeps things looking smooth, and allows you to maintain a natural, fresh appearance without doing everything at once.
   
   Budget tip: Stick to one or two areas. You don’t need full-face if your wallet isn’t in the mood.
   
   

4. A Facial That Sets the Foundation (The Frida Facial)
   Think of this as your skin’s monthly reset.
   Deep cleanse → hydration → barrier support → results without irritation.
   If you’re not doing lasers or peels right now, this keeps your skin thriving.
   
   Budget tip: Frequency is flexible — even every 6–8 weeks keeps you on track.
   

Things You Can Pause Without Derailing Your Skin Journey

1. Add-Ons + “Nice-to-Haves”
   LED, dermaplaning, jelly masks… dreamy? Yes. Necessary every month? No.
   If you’re cutting back, keep your core facial and skip the extras for now.
   
   

2. Luxury Toners, Mists + Fancy Moisturizers
   We love them. They’re a vibe. But they’re not where your results come from.
   If your barrier is healthy and you’re wearing SPF, you can absolutely use a mid-range moisturizer and call it a day.
   
   

3. Multiple Serums at Once
   You don’t need five serums to have good skin.
   Pick your key active (Vitamin C in the morning, retinol at night) and streamline the rest.
   
   

4. Treatments That Require Consistent Stacking
   Things like microneedling, peels, and Sculptra work best in a series.
   If you can’t commit to the recommended plan right now, press pause — don’t spend money on a one-off treatment that won’t give you the long-term results it’s meant for.
   

Your Budget-Smart Routine (The Frida Edit)

AM:

• Cleanser

• Vitamin C

• Moisturizer

• SPF

PM:

• Cleanser

• Retinol (if your skin tolerates it — and if not, just keep it simple)

• Moisturizer

Monthly or bi-monthly: Frida Facial
Every 3–4 months: Targeted Botox

This routine gives you actual results without unnecessary overwhelm — or unnecessary spending.

The Bottom Line

You don’t need to do everything.
You just need to do the right things for right now.

And if your lifestyle, budget, or energy changes, we’ll pivot with you.
Skincare isn’t all-or-nothing — it’s seasons. Let’s build a routine that fits yours.