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6 Ways to Save on Essential Oils
Essential oils are used most commonly for minor therapeutic purposes, from soothing an upset stomach to boosting energy to alleviating pain to inducing sleep, and so on. For consumers who abide by the oils’ perceived powers, taking the cure requires…
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10 Easy DIY Fashion Accessories
A new fashion accessory has the power to instantly perk up an outfit. But running out to buy a new necklace, bracelet, or handbag isn’t always in the budget. With a little creativity and a few cheap supplies, you can…
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Convertible Beachwear: 10 Pieces Under $25
If you’re hitting the pool this summer or taking a trip to the shore, you don’t want to overspend on beach necessities or overpack your bag. This collection of convertible beachwear under $25 can be worn in multiple ways, so…
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10 Cheap Ways to Prevent and Soothe Sunburns
It’s mid-summer and the sun is out in full force. Whether enjoying a backyard barbecue, long hike, or chilling by the pool, we’re exposed to the sun’s UVA and UVB rays. Overexposure can result in skin mutations and increased chances…
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Best Cheap Ice Cream Treats
If you’re craving a cool, refreshing, tasty, and cheap ice cream treat, you may be forgiven for thinking that ice cream is ice cream is ice cream. As our panel of six taste testers discovered, however, there’s a difference between…
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10 Tips for a Relaxing At-Home Spa Day
From time to time we could all use a day of pampering to rejuvenate mind and body. The cost of indulging at a fancy spa can easily reach several hundred dollars. With everyday household goods and some inexpensive items from…
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10 Things to Buy at Walmart
With its yellow smiley face touting “rollbacks” and various savings-focused slogans, Walmart has become a household name known for low prices. Competitors are hot on its tail, however, especially online.…
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Best Cheap Running Shoes
Experts recommend replacing running shoes about every 300 to 500 miles. By this rule of thumb, consumers who run an average of three miles three days a week should be…
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10 Thrifty Beauty Tricks
Whether it’s getting ready for a night out or a special event, or even primping for a selfie, perfecting a fresh, made-up face can be quite an undertaking. It’s not…
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Try Before You Buy: 9 Products You Can Test Before Buying
How many times have you considered a large purchase but wanted to try the item before committing? With a number of products, from expensive camera lenses to cars, houses, and…
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10 Fitness Essentials for $25 and Less
Whether you’re a gym junkie or prefer to work out at home, you need some equipment to help you stay in tip-top shape. While weight sets and cardio machines are…
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10 Cheap Ways to Get the Hipster Look
You may have thought the hipster fashion wave had finally come to an end, but much to the surprise of the fashion cognoscenti the hipster look lives on. From the…
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Cheaper at Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s? Comparing 20 Products
Whole Foods has a well-deserved reputation for being the one-stop market for all things natural, organic, and alternative (from a culinary perspective, that is). While few grocers can beat the…
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Men’s Spring Fashion Finds Under $50
Here’s the theme in men’s fashion this spring: what’s old is new again. Hot looks inspired by the past include varsity jackets from the ’50s and button-down shirts straight out…
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How to Score Free Samples of Pricey Makeup
Perhaps you dream of buying luxury cosmetics but lack the luxury budget to realize your wish. Now imagine filling a makeup bag with high-end beauty products for free. This, friends,…
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10 Presidents’ Day Deals You’ll Actually Want to Buy (No Mattresses or Tires!)
If you’re in the market for a new car, mattress, washer/dryer combo, or living room set, you’ll have little trouble finding half a dozen stores trying to lure you in…
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Lingerie for Less: Alluring Alternatives to Upscale Pieces
It doesn’t matter what you wear; sexy is a state of mind. There’s no need to shell out hundreds of dollars for a few pieces of material that probably won’t…
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Save $600 a Year with These Energy-Efficient Appliances
Energy prices may be plunging, but that’s no excuse to take your eye off the utility bill. A few winter storms and a sweltering summer can easily push “amount owed”…
