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Budgets Are Sexy in 2026

shieldJ. Money calendar_todayOct 28, 2009 updateUpdated Jun 23, 2026 schedule4 min read verifiedFact-checked
Budgets Are Sexy in 2026

There is a smarter way to approach budgets sexy, and it starts with knowing a few key details. This guide covers them, along with tips you can apply immediately.

Key Takeaways

  • I’m sure I’ll come throughout as super metro here, but it’s all solid I’m not ashamed.
  • I apply body wash & hairspray, so what.
  • They’re also pro-rated to reveal monthly averages, and we’re genuinely only talking about bathroom stuff here.
  • JOLIE: Bodywash - $2.46Shampoo - $4.40Conditioner - $4.40Blush - $2.41Eye Shadow - $2.98Lipstick - $4.23Toothpaste - $2.08Fem.

A Closer Look at Budgets Sexy

Shaking The Money Tree had a post on the cost of being a girl, so I thought I’d rebuttal with the cost of being a guy ;) It was a bit tricky to calculate since I share plenty of this stuff with the Mrs., but I tried to be as accurate as possible. Instead of splitting my costs in half, I calculated what it would cost me if I were out on my own but with the same products (which jacks up the price, mind you, but now I’m addicted to the “better stuff” anyways).

Worth noting: a guy’s gotta look & feel solid right? (don’t answer that) The numbers on the left represent Jolie’s figures from 2008 - which I chose over ’09 since it’s juicier & I’d guess closer to the average anyways - and then mine are to the right. Products - $8.96Deodorant - $5.94Contact Solution - $8.88Gel - $9.92Razors - $5.99Facewash - $7.11Foundation - $11.47Moisturizer - $19.97Mascara - $7.47 MONTH TOTAL - $98.59 J.

What to Know About Budgets Sexy

More importantly, mONEY: Bodywash - $3.00 (Caress)Shampoo - $3.00 (Garnier)Puff - $.50 (See, I’m addicted!)Toothpaste - $2.50 (Crest)Flossers - $5.50 (Reach)Deodorant - $2.00 (Degree)Hairspray - $3.50 (Salon Grafix)Shaving Gel - $1.00 (Gillette)Razors - $1.80 (Gillette Excel @ $18 10-pack)Mouthwash - $4.00 (Act Anticavity) MONTH TOTAL - $26.80 Would ya look at that! We men sure have it solid.

This is the first time I’ve ever seen it broken down before, and it’s pretty cool to check out. I know the numbers will fluctuate depending on your own situation (esp for those more rugged men), but it still provides us a solid overall picture.

How Budgets Sexy Really Works

Remember that it would be cool to see how it compares throughout the rest of our lifestyles too! Like with clothes, food, shopping, etc.

I don’t know how much more you could break it down, but if anyone did the legwork I’d happily provide my numbers to you. So there you have it: Beauty vs.

Getting the Most From Budgets Sexy

As a rule, this doesn’t prove anything we didn’t already know, but hopefully you enjoyed it as much as I did. And to be fair, Jolie DID actually knock her monthly expenses down this year to $85.95, so we gotta provide her mad props for that. (Visited 14 times, 1 visits right now) Get blog posts automatically emailed to you!

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I save money on budgets sexy?

Compare prices across a few retailers, look for active coupon codes, and time bigger buys around sales events. Instead of splitting my costs in half, I calculated what it would cost me if I were out on my own but with the same products (which jacks up the price, mind you, but now I’m addicted to the “better stuff” anyways).

Is it worth shopping around for budgets sexy?

Usually yes. Worth noting: a guy’s gotta look & feel solid right? (don’t answer that) The numbers on the left represent Jolie’s figures from 2008 - which I chose over ’09 since it’s juicier & I’d guess closer to the average anyways -....

What should I check before buying?

Read the terms, confirm any code still works, and factor in shipping or returns. Products - $8.96Deodorant - $5.94Contact Solution - $8.88Gel - $9.92Razors - $5.99Facewash - $7.11Foundation - $11.47Moisturizer - $19.97Mascara - $7.47 MONTH TOTAL - $98.59 J.

Smart Ways to Save More on Budgets Sexy

  • Compare the final price including shipping, not just the headline number.
  • Check for student, military, or first order offers you may qualify for.
  • Time non urgent purchases around major sale events for the deepest cuts.
  • Leave items in your cart for a day; some stores send a follow up discount.
  • Pair cashback with a coupon so you save twice on the same order.

Final Thoughts

Before you check out, line up budgets sexy against current promotions and any codes you can stack. Small habits like these add up to real savings over a year.

Originally published at budgetsaresexy.com.

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