A natural beauty expert has given her cost effective tips on living without chemicals and without compromise.

Janey Lee Grace, author of Imperfectly Natural Women, told the Daily Mail she has found a natural and chemical-free product for everything from moisturiser to shampoo and conditioner, and explained you don't have to compromise fashion for natural beauty.

The author said she keeps her face and hands soft and supple with a replenishing natural skin care cream from Weleda called Skin Food, which contains all-natural ingredients like chamomile, wild pansy and calendula.

She spends just £40 a year on mineral makeup, which shows you don't have to break the bank to take advantage of natural beauty.

Ms Grace said: "I want as much luxury as everyone else, but I just want it as naturally as possible."

A recent report from beauty news publication Cosmetics International showed that beauty products are thriving in the gloomy economic conditions, with some women buying makeup to feel better about themselves or to look more professional at work.