What does it really cost to “stay hot”? And are we truly choosing these beauty habits or are we just trying to keep up?In this episode of She Breaks the Rules, Faye and Tarryn get brutally honest about the beauty standards women face and the financial weight that comes with them. Inspired by an article from The New Yorker, this conversation peels back the shiny layers of skincare, Botox, nails, lashes, hair appointments, and “staying polished”... to reveal what it’s really costing us: our time, energy, confidence, and actual wealth.This one’s a wake-up call for any woman who’s ever said, “I can’t afford that", whether it’s travel, therapy, coaching, or investing in her future. Because when we start tallying up what we are spending to keep up appearances, the numbers are wild.In this episode, we dive into:How much women in their 20s, 30s & 40s are spending on beauty (spoiler: it’s confronting)Why women are pressured to look “polished” just to be taken seriouslyThe hidden opportunity cost of beauty spending (and what men are doing instead)How investing in mindset, health and emotional wellbeing could save you thousandsDistinguishing between what you want vs what you’ve been sold to wantOur personal audit: What we each spend on beauty and what we’re cuttingThis episode isn’t about judgment, it’s about awareness, choice and financial freedom. Because breaking the rules means redefining beauty and power… on your own terms.🎧 LISTEN IF:You’ve ever said “I can’t afford that” but still get botox or 6 weekly hair appointments.You’re tired of feeling like your worth is wrapped up in how you look.You’re ready to reclaim your money, time and confidence.🔗 Links & Resources:New Yorker Article: “How to Stay Hot”Follow us on Instagram: @shebreakstherulespodcast🎧 Subscribe, share, and tag us in your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. Let’s change the conversation, and the system, together. 💥

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