The world of makeup and beauty is so much fun, but it can also be super costly. I'm all about trying to find tricks to save money and still do great things for your body. Here are 5 DIYs to help save you some cash - and still look and feel great.

1. Use toothpaste as a facial treatment.

Toothpaste is a great alternative for expensive acne creams and washes. It's super important that you let your body maintain its natural oils, so I try not to wash my face with too much gunk. If you are having a break out, or crazy blackheads, and want to dry out smaller spots on your face, toothpaste will do the trick. Just dab a little over your blemish, then brush with an old toothbrush. You can also leave it to try over night. It dries your pimples out really fast and smells great!

2. Apple Cider Vinegar in place of shampoo.

ACV is a great alternative to shampoo. It makes your hair thicker, shinier, and overall way healthier than if you wash with regular shampoo. It's a great thing to sprinkle into your routine once a week or so - and is often cheaper than shampoo (damn you, pink tax!). I leave the container in the shower and rinse with it once a week! It helps get rid of excess oil and stimulates growth.

3. Double your mascara and use it as an eyeliner.

Why waste money buying eyeliner and mascara? As long as you have an angled brush - you can use one for both! You can also make your mascara last by adding a few drops of contact solution.

4. Make new pressed powder out of broken compacts.

You can salvage your favorite pressed powders, blushes, and bronzers just by smoothing out all the broken bits with some rubbing alcohol! My roommate does this, and not only does she save a ton of money, but she also creates her own shades to better fit her skin tone!

5. Whiten your teeth with hydrogen peroxide and baking soda.

Rather than spending money on an expensive teeth-whitening kit - try this home remedy: Mix 1/2 parts baking soda and hydrogen peroxide with a dab of toothpaste. Once the paste is thickened, brush your teeth with it. You can also mix peroxide with your mouthwash to give it an extra kick! Do this once a week until your teeth are the desired shade, then cut back to once or twice a month.