As premium skin care becomes less and less affordable thanks to the current state of our economy, many skin-conscious Americans are looking for ways to maintain or improve their youthful appearance without exceeding their budget.

Here we have five excellent tips on how to battle signs of aging for under $5!

1. Polish Your Pearly Whites
A lot of people underestimate the impact that stained teeth can have on your perceived age. If you can’t afford advanced teeth whitening, consider home alternatives. Did you know you can make an effective teeth whitening paste by simply mixing water and baking soda?

2. Love Your Lips
Wrinkles and lines around the mouth tend to enhance your age. Make a habit out of moisturizing your lips daily with a minimum SPF-15 lip balm.

3. White Eyeliner
The red lines that often naturally appear around your eyes, especially in the morning, can create a tired, aged look. By simply applying white or beige eyeliner over the red areas, you’ll instantly appear younger and rejuvenated.

4. Concealer is Your Friend
Choose a lightweight (and affordable) concealer and use it as a spot corrector. Bags under your eyes and skin discoloration can easily be hidden with this simple method, saving you years on your appearance.

5. Take it Easy with the Tweezers
Having fuller eyebrows actually creates a more youthful appearance. It’s also very in-style this season! If your eyebrows are thin due to over-tweezing, or if they just naturally appear a little on the thin side, try using a light blonde or taupe pencil to create a soft shadow for a more natural look.