We all love them: coupon codes, promotional codes, discount codes, and more. Nothing tops off a great online shopping excursion than finding a coupon code for a product you’re already planning on buying. Promo codes are the icing of the cake when it comes to shopping online. While you’re on the web, keep these helpful hints in mind.
Tips and tricks for online shopping:
1. Know your size. When I find a brand I love, I make sure to try on their clothes in the store to get a pretty good understanding of what my size is in that particular store. That way, when I’m shopping at that store online at a later date, I have a much better chance of choosing the size that will fit best. Each store tends to stay true to size, the only problem is that those “sizes” can vary from one store to the next. For instance, you might normally be a 27 in Rock and Republic jeans, but you might tend to be a 28 with Citizens of Humanity jeans.
2. Shop for comparisons. Let’s say you’re looking for skin care products. If you buy the product the first place you look, you might be missing out on a discount. Search for the product at a few different retailers. You can even check for coupon codes for each of those stores. After finding a few different options, you can go with the cheapest, fastest shipping, or whatever retailer best meets your needs.
3. Make sure that the retailer accepts returns. The one challenge with online shopping is the chance that something might not fit quite right once it arrives. If you’ve shopped quite a bit at a certain store, you’ll almost always be just fine. But if you’re shopping from a brand you are new to, you won’t be certain of the fit until the product comes. For this reason, you should always ensure that returns are allowed and that the return process is relatively simple. Who knows, you may need to exchange sizes or colors, so you want to check their return policy before submitting your order.
Be a savvy shopper and take advantage of these great coupon codes below. Get what you want and save some cash along the way.
February 22, 2012
Forget FHI, Babyliss and even CHI. The Sedu flat iron is taking the hair styling world by storm. Rated the best flat iron on the market by Allure and other magazines, this is the cream of the crop. These flat irons feature ionic technology that gives you that super straight, sleek look (for any hair type!) with virtually no damage to your hair. Regular drugstore brand hair straighteners leave your hair rough, damaged and a far cry from stick straight. I couldn’t figure out why everyone’s hair looked so great, while mine just didn’t – until I tried my first Sedu hair straightener.
Rarely on sale, this is your lucky day. From now until March 3rd, you can save a whopping 20% on any Sedu tool by entering code 20OFF during checkout. This is an offer exclusive to SeduFlatIronsOnline.com, so don’t miss out by buying yours at full price. Although this one isn’t a free sample offer, we felt it was too good of a deal to skip so we’re passing it along!
If you’re ready for an upgrade from your run of the mill drugstore brand hair straightener, this is your chance to get one that does it’s job and keeps your hair shiny, healthy and vibrant.
February 9, 2012
Today (February 9) only, get complimentary overnight shipping at maccosmetics.com. Enter code HEART during checkout to get the discount!
This offer is good for any order shipped to a U.S. address, except for gift cards. Usually overnight shipping is super expensive. And normally, I get impatient waiting for things to arrive that are sent via regular mail. So I’m definitely taking advantage of this offer – it’ll save me a trip to the mall. 
January 25, 2012
Like many of the top department store cosmetics brands, Estee Lauder has a “Gift Time” or “Bonus Time” where they give out a deluxe free gift with any purchase of a certain amount. Smart shoppers will wait to stock up on their Estee Lauder beauty favs until there is a Free Gift Event.
Keep in mind that these gifts aren’t cheap little freebies, they’re the real deal and usually retail for over $100 per gift. Each store will have a different purchase level requirement to get the gift. Usually it’s anywhere from $30 to $75 dollars. Here are the current and upcoming events (online and in-store):
Current Estee Lauder Gift Time Events:
January 24 – February 5th, 2012
- NeimanMarcus.com and Neiman Marcus Stores
- Details: Get a free gift with any $70 Estee Lauder purchase. The bonus gift includes a 14-day supply of Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Age-Correcting Creme, lip and eye makeup products in the season’s most popular shades, a chic gold-weave fashion tote bag, and other Estee Lauder products. The free gift retails for over $195.
November 10, 2011
Whohoo! I’ts the Too Faced Friends and Family sale. Get 20% off your entire order (no minimum purchase requirement) by entering coupon code FF2011F during checkout.
As an added bonus, if you’re doing some major shopping, you will get a FREE full size Too Faced Lash Injection Mascara with any purchase over $100.
If any of your beauty essentials are from the Too Faced cosmetics line, don’t miss your chance to stock up! If you’re new to the brand, consider trying a few of these favs:
‘Glamour to Go’ Dream Edition Makeup Compact – a deluxe, limited edition compact complete with eight eyeshadows, two blushes and a lip gloss.
Deluxe Pink Leopard Bronzer – A multi use bronzer in a darling leopard pattern. It has tones of bronze, tan, gold and pink. Excellent for year round use.
October 25, 2011
Get free shipping at maccosmetics.com by using coupon code GLITTER during checkout. This offer will expire on 10/30/11. The great news is that there is no minimum purchase amount required. So even if you’re just picking up a couple of fun eyeshadows for Halloween, you can avoid shipping charges altogether. Splendid!
October 23, 2011
Looking for the perfect pink shade of lip gloss to complete your fall look? From now until October 31st, you can receive a free sample of Deluxe Urban Decay lip gloss in the soft, shimmery pink shade “Midnight Cowboy” by using the code: UDGLOSS with any purchase from UrbanDecay.com.
Urban Decay lip gloss is ideal for people who want that glossy look without the sticky residue left behind that is typical of other lip glosses. It has a smooth texture and a minty taste (think: wedding mints), and a wear time of about four hours! They come in a variety of shades, from light pink, hot pink, bright red and a purple so dark it appears to almost be black, and the tube itself is so cute you won’t want to put it away.
September 8, 2011
From now until September 12, get two deluxe travel sized samples with your order – get them here at BobbiBrown.com and enter coupon code MUSTHAVE3 during checkout. One is the Hydrading Facial Cream and the other is the popular Crystal Lip Gloss, a clear gloss that goes over any lip product to add shine and a little extra pop to your look. If you’re placing an order in the near future, do it before the offer expires on the 12th and take advantage of these great freebies.
August 31, 2011
Dove has a limited time coupon available for $1 off their new VisibleCare Body Wash formula. If you haven’t yet tried this one out, give it a shot.
This body wash is gentle, yet still provides a fresh clean feeling all while renewing your skin’s vitality and revealing healthier, younger looking skin in as little as a week. Two formulas are available – one focuses more on softening your skin while the other helps exfoliate to renew fresher skin.
Get your coupon here.
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July 2, 2011
Find all of Target’s current printable coupons here. To view only the beauty product coupons, click on “beauty” in the left hand column of the page. You’ll see a page or two of great discounts on beauty favs. Target’s coupon page is great: you can select the coupons of your choice and then print them out in one sheet quickly and easily. They make getting the coupons you want a cinch!
Some of the coupons are in-store only, whereas others can be redeemed online. Here are the coupon codes for the online products:
$1 Off – Dove Nourishing Oil Repair hair care item. Code TGTSX3VG
$2 Off – L’Oreal hair color item
Enter code TGT92V2X
Maybelline Fit Me cosmetics item
Enter code TGTSQTY3
Revlon cosmetics item
Enter code TGTTTWZA
Select Aveeno items
Enter code TGTXUPDS
Neutrogena facial care item
Enter code TGTSQJFD
$3 Off – Select Nivea skin care items
Enter code TGTXPEF2
Neutrogena cosmetics item
Enter code TGTMN6RA
Burt’s Bees lotion item
Enter code TGTB7Z6G
$5 Off John Frieda Precision Foam hair color item
Enter code TGT32WCU
$3 Off your order With purchase of two John Frieda Full Repair hair care items
Enter code TGT3RB6X
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June 29, 2011
Enter coupon code SUN75 when checking out at VictoriasSecret.com today and get darling beach tote and free shipping on any order over $75. This deal is only valid TODAY ONLY (June 29, 2011), so if you’ve been eyeing a certain cute bathing suit or beach cover up, this is the perfect time to order. Don’t miss out!
June 28, 2011
MAC is featuring their top rated MAC “must have” products – you know, the ones MAC loyalists can’t live without. Any product that has received close to a five star rating is featured on the list. Products like their Mineralize Blush, Cremesheen Glass and their Bronzing Powder made the cut.
The good news? Alongside this promo, they are offering free shipping on any order from now until July 3, 2011 (midnight EST). No minimum purchase amount is required either. Simply enter coupon code TOPMAC during checkout at maccosmetics.com to qualify for the offer. Happy shopping.
June 12, 2011
TooFaced.com’s Manic Monday special offer is here again. This Monday, June 13, 2011 only, you can get a free Deluxe Lash Injection mascara with any TooFaced.com order. Simply visit this page and enter coupon code PERFECT during checkout
. Remember, this offer is good on Monday only and will end at midnight PST!
May 22, 2011
Smashbox fans, you don’t want to miss this one. The Smashbox Friends and Family event starts Monday, May 23 and goes through Friday, May 27th. This is the biggest discount Smashbox offers during the year, so shop now and stock up on your cosmetics basics. To get the discount, enter coupon code FF2011 during the checkout process and you’ll receive 20% off your entire order.
This is the optimal time to go ahead and splurge on those eyeshadows you’ve been eyeing, or that primer you’ve been wanting to try. Smashbox is known for their huge assortment of shades and products, and with 20% off, you really can’t go wrong.
May 19, 2011
From today, May 19 until May 24, 2011, Stila Cosmetics is running their limited time Friends and Family discount event. Save 20% on all purchases by using coupon code FRIENDS11 at checkout. This promotion will end on May 24, 2011 at midnight, Pacific Time.
If you need to stock up on anything from Stila, now’s your chance to save a bundle on your fav products. If you’re new to the brand, here are a few of our top recommendations:
Stila Sparkle Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner – This sweet lil eye liner is perfect for your beachy escapades this season. It won’t budge throughout the day and will withstand all the splashes of your next pool party. But unlike most waterproof liners, which can look too bold and dark for daytime looks, this formula from Stila offers a lighthearted twist with a little sparkle.
Stila Lip Glaze – This moisturizing lip gloss gives your lips a juicy, luscious finish. Glosses are a must have part of any summertime look. You want to look fresh and flirty. These glosses help make your lips pop – the perfect addition to your summer makeup collection.
May 9, 2011
This special, limited edition offer from SeduFlatIronsOnline.com is only valid for seven more days. These flat irons are the best of the best and are extremely difficult to find for a significant discount. If you’ve ever wanted to get one, now is your chance! Visit this page and enter code SFIO at checkout to get $79.99 off the regular price. Read more details.
April 25, 2011
For a limited time, get the new special edition Sedu Revolution flat iron for 50% off. The final cost only $79.99 instead of $159.00. This is by far the biggest discount we have ever seen on a high end flat iron, EVER. To get the discount, you must order it from this site: http://www.seduflatironsonline.com. Simply enter the coupon code SFIO at checkout and get your straightener for half off!
Hair straighteners from brands like Sedu, Chi and other reputable brands usually run anywhere from $130 to $280. Expensive? Yes. Worth it? Absolutely. The only problem is that most of us can’t afford to pay that much. If you have always wanted to get a legit flat iron, now is your chance. This offer is a total steal.
April 8, 2011
From now until 6/24/2011, get a complimentary full-sized Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner in Mahogany Ink plus free shipping with any order over $65 at Bobbibrown.com. Simply enter coupon code GEL44 when checking out. Enjoy!
