Getting Hold of Beauty Samples for Free!
The primary beauty brands know that if you try a few of their products for free, you’ll return and buy the full-size one at the total price. This is why they offer them.
What you don’t want to happen is to go out and buy a whole pot of your chosen cosmetics and then find out afterwards that it’s not right for you or you don’t like it. This is the scenario you want to avoid, where you’ve wasted a load of your hard-earned cash!
The Savvy Sampler Hunter
The good news is that you can get to sample those beauty products for free by getting hold of samples the major cosmetics producers create for the express purpose of allowing customers to try them out. You can do so in several ways, and in this article, we’ll teach you how to use them.
So, without further ado, let’s get started.
Going to Your Local Beauty Counter
The primary beauty brands know that if you try a few of their products for free, you’ll return and buy the full-size one at the total price. This is why they offer them.
These samples are freely available at your local beauty counter but are some simple etiquette to follow whilst at your local Boots that will mean you get what you’re after without ruffling the feathers of the people who work there.
One thing to note at this point is that the skincare brands tend to offer more in the way of samples than some of the generic beauty counters. Did you know that Sephora Cosmetics provides the option to try three products simultaneously? This is a great way to test out multiple items without committing to purchasing them all.
Clinique, Clarins and Aveda also offer plenty of good-sized samples. Many brands want you to take their samples and will encourage you to do so. MAC, Bobbi Brown and Benefit are good ones to try out.
The first thing to remember is that you should not feel embarrassed in requesting to be provided with beauty samples. It is a natural part of the buying process, particularly regarding skin and hair, which are as varied and unique as each individual. You have every right to compare products to find the best one. Beauty brands use samples as a way to generate interest and drive revenue, so you should make use of it.
Don’t Go in Acting Entitled
The worst thing you can do is go in, acting rude and overly entitled. Aside from the fact that it’s impolite and wrong, the provision of samples is made at the discretion of the salesperson, as they don’t HAVE to give you anything if they see fit. Be friendly and polite, and you’ll likely get what you need.
Do Your Research
Your typical salesperson will sense when a severe buyer comes across their path, as they tend to know what they’re talking about. If you do homework about what you’re looking for, your response should be much more positive. You can say something like, “I’ve heard that Clinique have a new toner out, and I’m interested in trying it out before I buy some”. You’ll appear less like someone trying to get a freebie, more like a serious shopper, and more likely to get some good samples.
Don’t Go in When It’s Busy
If you want to be blessed with lots of lovely samples, you’re better off going in during the slower hours of the day, early in the morning or evening. If you go in at lunchtime and it’s hugely busy, the salesperson won’t be as relaxed and will be much less likely to talk you through the various products they offer.
Quote the Names of Competitors
When buying anything from a salesperson, mentioning one of their major rivals, saying that you’ve “always used their stuff” is a bit of a red rag to a bull. They naturally want to ‘turn you from the dark side’ to their products, meaning you’ve got more chance of being showered with samples!
Pop In Regularly
If you show your face at the same stores and beauty counters regularly, the staff there will see you as a loyal ‘regular’, improving your chances of free samples. If they think you’re just passing and they’ll never see you again, the freebies will probably stay in their cupboards.
Unpackaged Samples
Don’t be surprised if the samples you get given are not pre-packaged, as many brands will dispense a free sample in front of you into a generic pot. In particular, brands like Clinique and Kiehls use plastic pots called ‘drams’ for everything from shampoo to foundation.
Keep Your Eye Out for Product Launches
When a new product launches, more often than not, the marketing budget for it will be that much more significant than others. The upshot of this is that more freebies should be offered for you to enjoy. However, you need to get in there quickly, as the samples for launch products run out fast!
Book Yourself a Consultation
Lastly, when on the hunt for skincare, a good move is to book a consultation during a slower part of the day, as you will receive skincare samples tailored to your skin type.
It remains for us to say Good Luck! on your search for freebies, and we hope this article and the tips and advice shown here help you walk away with free samples.
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The key is to keep an eye out for promotions and feel free to ask the beauty consultants for samples during your shopping centre visits. Building relationships with the staff at your favourite counters can lead to extra gifts too!
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