Beauty is an ‘insidious force in women’s financial lives,’ says 'Rich Girl Nation' author — here's how to overcome it

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There are many unique hurdles that women face when it comes to money, such as the wage gap and caregiving responsibilities.

Yet, there's another challenge in women's financial lives that is less-discussed — beauty costs, which can be an "insidious force in women's financial lives," said Katie Gatti Tassin, author of the new book "Rich Girl Nation: Taking Charge of Our Financial Futures."