100 Amazing Alternatives to Coloring Your Hair | How to Make the Most of $100
A year ago I decided to stop coloring my hair. It was a significant step in my personal journey – a decision that brought about a mix of emotions: excitement, uncertainty, and even a hint of fear. After years of relying on hair dye to cover up those natural signs of aging, embracing my natural hair color was a bold move.
So here I am, a year later, with a head full of beautiful, natural hair. It has been a journey of self-discovery, self-acceptance, and self-love. And I wouldn’t trade it for anything.
And…I have found that there are so many more amazing ways to spend $100+ every 6 to 8 weeks. For me, that’s more than $700 a year, friends. Check out my list below of 100 things you can spend $100 on (or put towards) when you stop visiting the salon.
1. Treat yourself to a spa day instead of coloring your hair
2. Take a weekend getaway by yourself
3. Invest in a new hobby
4. Purchase a gym membership
5. Get a massage
6. Upgrade your skincare routine
7. Attend a concert or theater show
8. Donate to a charity
9. Take a cooking class
10. Buy a new book collection
11. Invest in quality workout gear
12. Plan a picnic with friends
13. Purchase a set of high-quality kitchen knives
14. Start a small herb garden
15. Sign up for an online course
16. Invest in a bicycle
17. Spend a day at an amusement park
18. Take a road trip to explore nearby towns
19. Buy a new musical instrument
20. Treat yourself to a fancy dinner
21. Purchase a new camera or lens instead of coloring your hair
22. Start a collection of vinyl records or CDs
23. Get a professional photoshoot
24. Attend a wine-tasting event
25. Adopt a pet from a shelter
26. Join a local sports club
27. Take a yoga or meditation retreat
28. Start a savings account
29. Invest in quality art supplies
30. Treat yourself to a professional makeover
31. Go skydiving or bungee jumping
32. Start a small business – like blogging!
33. Buy a cashmere sweater
34. Take a dance class
35. Purchase a subscription to a streaming service
36. Upgrade your phone or laptop
37. Sign up for a wine or beer-making course
38. Visit a theme park
39. Buy a telescope for stargazing
40. Plan a weekend camping trip
41. Buy those jeans you always wanted
42. Get a gym membership
43. Repaint a room
44. Attend a music festival
45. Start a home improvement project
46. Invest in a high-quality pillows
47. Buy a sewing machine and learn to make your clothes
48. Plan a weekend retreat
49. Invest in a high-quality blender
50. Take a painting or drawing class
51. Start a collection of vintage or antique items
52. Treat yourself to a hot air balloon ride
53. Purchase a new set of luggage for future travels
54. Attend a photography workshop or seminar
55. Buy a set of high-quality cooking pots and pans
56. Build a bookshelf
57. Donate to a local community project or organization
58. Start a small garden or invest in indoor plants
59. Buy things for a homeless person
60. Purchase a new piece of furniture for your home
61. Take a horseback riding lesson instead of coloring your hair
62. Take a scenic helicopter tour
63. Join a wine or book club
64. Invest in a quality pair of running shoes
65. Buy a 1 year subscription to Calm
66. Enroll in a foreign language course
67. Get that Kate Spade purse you always wanted
68. Get a video doorbell
69. Start a collection of artwork or prints
70. Buy an ice cream maker
71. Purchase a subscription to a monthly beauty box
72. Attend a mindfulness or meditation retreat
73. Purchase an air fryer
74. Plan a wine and cheese-tasting evening with friends
75. Buy a new set of professional makeup brushes
76. Take a scenic train ride to explore new destinations
77. Invest in your existing small business
78. Treat yourself to a personalized shopping experience
79. Purchase a new piece of jewelry or a watch
80. Join a local gym or fitness studio for regular workouts
81. Take a pottery class instead of coloring your hair
82. Plan a weekend getaway with friends or loved ones
83. Invest in a high-quality sound system or headphones
84. Take a sailing or kayaking lesson
85. Purchase a new set of gardening tools and accessories
86. Go to a movie in the theatre
87. Buy a new pair of hiking boots
88. Finally learn to play the piano
89. Invest in a good quality mattress topper
90. Plan a visit to a historical landmark or museum
91. Purchase a new set of professional hair styling tools
92. Buy some really great perfume
93. Join a local sports league or club
94. Treat yourself to a hot springs or thermal spa experience
95. Get an Ancestry DNA Kit
96. Visit a wellness resort
97. Invest in a high-quality sound system or speakers
98. Take a mixology or cocktail-making class
99. Treat yourself to a luxurious staycation at a local hotel or resort
100. Purchase a new set of high-quality bed linens and pillows
This list of 100 things to spend $100 on shows the countless opportunities for self-care, personal growth, and new experiences that await you. Embracing our authentic selves can empower us to redirect those funds into fulfilling activities that enhance our well-being.
So, take the leap, celebrate your natural beauty, and start that journey of self-discovery! Coloring your hair is nice. But a yoga retreat, a new cashmere sweater, or pottery class or two is better, right?!
