Author Archives: The Jewish Lady

How to Get Free Hair Color

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If you like Loreal hair color, it’s possible to get it free!

First, you have to join their reward program. Each bottle has a code on the side. You enter the code for a credit, with a max of two codes/credits per month.  (If you need codes, Hunt4Freebies has many!)

After 5 credits, you’ll be mailed a coupon good for any Loreal hair color product! That’s a free bottle every three months.

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Usually, I take that coupon to CVS and buy it there for CVS Beauty Club Points. For every $50 spent, you get $5 in CVS Bucks. Combine sales with coupons and you’ll get the free bucks in no time!

 

Do you use Hair Color?

 

My Makeup Collection

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I love to see what kind of makeup other ladies like, so I’m sharing what I use, both makeup and tools. The above picture is of my makeup organizer. I’ve had this since 1993; it’s still going strong and will forever (presumably). If memory serves me correctly, it was purchased at the now-defunct Ames. (Any of my New England readers remember Ames stores?)

These are my daily products. I have much more, but it’s not all in circulation. I’ll start with tools.

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* Estee Lauder Blush brush

* Sonia Kashuk lash comb/brush

* Shu Uemura eye curler

* mini scissors, straight & manicure

* nail clippers, 1 standard, 1 curved for toes

* Sephora sharpener

* Goody spin pins (to put my hair up while applying)

* Revlon slanted tweezers

Now, the makeup:

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* Maybelline Fit Me foundation, shade  “110”

* Loreal eye shadow quad, shade “Earthscapes” (was discontinued, so will have to switch soon.)

* Revlon Blush, Shade “Peony”

* Elizabeth Arden brow powder, Shade “Fawn”

* Rimmel Extra Super Lash Mascara, Shade “Blackest Black”

* Mac Lipglass, Shade “Viva Glam VI”

* Ulta Superstay lip gloss, Shade “Pink Shimmer”

* Covergirl Gloss Balm, Shade “Pinot”

* Smashbox lipliner, Shade “Camera”

* Maybelline Baby Lips balm (No color, used before bed)

* Physician’s Formula automatic eyeliner, Shade “Dark Brown”

As you can see, I do a mix of drugstore and department store. I prefer the designer stuff, but I get endless deals with coupons. It all works about the same, in my opinion!

 

What kind of makeup do you use?

 

How To Save On Groceries – Price Match

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Some people don’t have the time and/or energy to shop multiple stores every week. If that’s you, I’d suggest Price Matching.

Both Walmart and Target are willing to Price Match. Simply bring in the store circulars and they will adjust the price accordingly for an identical item. Coupons can be combined with Price Matching.

For instance: Palmolive dish soap is on sale at CVS this week for $0.99. If they’re all sold out and you don’t want a raincheck, you can pick it up at another store for the same price.

On the surface, it sounds simple. In practice, I’ve found it can be difficult. Even so, I want to share this method because it may help. Go in with the right attitude and don’t expect perfection—especially at Walmart! Very often, the cashier can’t do it properly and will have to call a manager. While you wait, the line grows. It can be annoying and even embarrassing for some shoppers.

Fear not, Ladies! Here are my best tips:

1.  Know the policy:  Both Walmart and Target Price Match, but they do it differently. At Target, you must use the customer service area. At Walmart, you can use customer service or a regular checkout.

2.  Bring in your own flyers. Walmart claims you don’t have to, but you do! They can never find their copies when you’re checking out. Plus, I find it’s easier to match the paper than go on memory.

3.  Shop early or late. Don’t try this on a weekend afternoon.

4.  Identical truly means identical—same size, same brand, etc. Walmart doesn’t honor Buy One, Get One or % off deals. They will substitute their store brand for another generic, but it can be nearly impossibly if it’s not the same size.

 

Have you ever Price Matched? Was it a good or bad experience?

Prayers For Sochi

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The incessant media coverage of the upcoming Sochi Olympics has me feeling worried. The buildings aren’t completed, the hotel rooms are a disaster, and there are major security issues.

Most of all, I’m worried that some sick coward has destruction planned.

I’m going to be saying a special prayer for Sochi—for all the athletes, families, friends, fans, and journalists. Will you join me?

 

Do you think something bad will happen at the Olympics?