You must have seen those “buy 1 get 1 free” skincare deals everywhere, right? Online, stores, ads.. everyone do it. But is it really good deal or just marketing stuff to make you buy more? Sometimes I wonder if it’s worth or just a waste of money.
This article is gonna tell you what this deal means, when you should buy, when better not to, and tips to not mess up buying skincare in these sales.
What exactly is buy 1 get 1 free?
So basically if you buy one skincare product, you get another one free. Sounds cool. But sometimes the free one is same product, sometimes smaller size, sometimes different thing. So it’s not always 100% free stuff.
Most of time brands do this to sell more or get rid of old stock. Or to get you to try new products. Sometimes price of first product is little high coz of freebie.
Why brands do this?
Skincare market is crazy competitive. So many brands. They wanna make you notice their product. Buy 1 get 1 free is like “hey look this is great deal” so you buy more.
Also helps brands clear products before expiry. Or push new things.
But for us customers, is only good if you actually use both products.
Is buy 1 get 1 free always good?
Nope. Think before you buy.
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Do you really need 2? Many people buy just coz free, then product sit unused. Waste money and shelf space.
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Expiry is important. If you cant finish before product go bad, its useless.
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Check price carefully. Sometimes price is jacked up for first product. So deal might not be good.
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Ingredients and skin type. Free product might not suit your skin or cause irritation.
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You might already have similar stuff at home.
When good to buy buy 1 get 1 free skincare?
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When you already use product and love it.
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When product last long and can store.
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If brand is trusted.
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If deal from good store, not scam.
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If you wanna try new product and free one related.
Tips to get best from buy 1 get 1 free skincare
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Research before buying. Don’t just buy coz free.
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Check expiry date, esp in shops.
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Think about your skin type.
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Don’t buy impulsively.
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Ask for samples before big buy.
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Share extra with friends if you can’t use all.
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Know return policy if you change mind.
Products often in buy 1 get 1 free
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Face wash
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Moisturizers
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Sunscreens
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Serums
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Masks
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Toners
Brands like Neutrogena, Garnier, L’Oreal often have this deal.
Downsides of buy 1 get 1 free skincare
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You buy more than needed.
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Products expire before use.
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Might buy stuff you don’t like.
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Free product might be small or sample size.
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Tempts you to buy unnecessary products.
How to avoid mistakes
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Set budget
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Make list of needed stuff
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Don’t get fooled by ads
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Read reviews and labels
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Buy from trusted stores
Final thoughts
Buy 1 get 1 free skincare can be good if you smart about it. Saves money and good chance to try new stuff. But not always. Don’t buy just coz free, think about your skin and need.
Take care of your skin, don’t waste money on useless things. Next time see that deal, pause, think, and buy smart.
Happy shopping! And hope your skin glow!