Tweet With so many more people these days spending time in noisy environments, many manufacturers are taking advantage by producing expensive protective equipment, with some people eventually ending up spending hundreds of pounds to keep their hearing safe. While this makes sense for some people – self-employed workers, for example – it’s not always necessary.… Read more

Tweet Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and frugal romantics are still looking for the best way to treat themselves and their partners. While an intimate meal at home may sound nice, sometimes you just want to get out of the house and try something different. If you enjoy dining out often, but find… Read more

Tweet With the number of people reporting hearing loss increasing over the past few years, particularly young people, it’s never been more important to keep your ears in optimum condition. Hearing aids are a large investment, and anything that can be done to ensure that hearing is not irreparably damaged will help to save you… Read more

Tweet If your home is much like most modern setups in the UK, you probably have a variety of devices set up around your television: DVD players, games consoles, media centres and of course, the television itself. But what if you could condense all of those into one comparatively inexpensive device? The rise of the… Read more

Tweet Handbags can be a woman’s best friend, but finding the right one can be a chore, and when you do, you may be left with the difficult choice between paying more than you had planned to or continuing the search. Research from Shopsmart suggests that women spend an average of $148 (£92) on a… Read more

Tweet Compared to the inexpensive frames and cheap contact lenses now available, why have laser eye surgery? And is it really the most expensive option? The price of eye care has dropped dramatically over the last few years, as modern manufacturing methods and the accessibility of the internet have driven down the cost of glasses,… Read more

Tweet Most of us have hang-ups about our bodies, whether it’s our hair, our weight or even our skin. Thousands of pounds a year are spent on beauty products and creams, ranging from moisturisers and foundations to bright colours and blushers. But is there another way to stay feeling beautiful, without the price tag? Many… Read more

Tweet It can be tempting for many pet-owners to find the cheapest way of looking after an animal. However, skimping on the care of your pet is not only dangerous for its health, but counter-productive, as doing so will only incur more costs in vet bills and medicines. So how can you save money while… Read more

Tweet If you’re a UK size 16 or over, you’re probably all too familiar with the stress that comes with a day out shopping on the high street. You can spend half the day trawling the stores, finding things that you want but aren’t in your size, or clothes that are in your size but… Read more

Tweet Has she or hasn’t she seems to be the question on everyone’s lips when it comes to Abbey Clancey and, erm, lip fillers. The model, new mum and wife of England striker Peter Crouch recently tweeted some pics of herself taking part in a fashion shoot, where her face was hidden by her long… Read more