How to Get Free Samples of Cosmetics
If you have difficulty finding just the right product for your skin type, you are not alone. According to dermatologist Leslie Baumann, author of "The Skin Type Solution," there are 16 different types of skin and each type needs different products to address its particular needs. Randomly purchasing new products in hopes that they will address your skin's needs can be expensive and leave you with a collection of bottles gathering dust. Fortunately, many manufacturers offer sample sizes so you can try out new products before purchasing. Does this Spark an idea?
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Examine ads for new products closely. Many list the product's Web address. Visit the address and check for free samples. Many offer one or two samples of new products. Make your selection and fill out the accompanying form. Most ask you to register at the site and fill out a brief survey. You may be required to provide your phone number. This doesn't mean they will call you. It is used to track those who have asked for samples. You will also be asked to provide an email address. You can generally opt out of any further correspondence from the company by checking the appropriate box.
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Be prepared with a pen or pencil while watching television. Many TV commercials provide information on receiving samples of a product. Jot down the phone number or Web address. Note what the product is so you have all the information you need when you sit down to the computer or make that call. Follow the instructions to redeem the sample.
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Check the weekend paper's coupon section. Coupons for a free sample or a free introductory product are occasionally included in the coupon packets. Clip the coupon right away and put it in your purse so you will have it with you on your next trip to the store, or create a folder of coupon offers.
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Search for specific items by name online. If you already know the manufacturer, simply go to that site. Look for links to free samples on the home page. If none are available, use the site search or site map to locate one. Most sites provide a visible link to free samples on the front page, but these offers are sometimes concealed in other areas of the site. Check back often, as offers change.
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