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The Independent
22-05-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Best deals in Amazon's first Everyday Essentials sale, from toilet roll to dishwasher tablets
Whether you need to replenish your cleaning essentials like dishwasher tablets or laundry detergent, or replace your bathroom stash of body wash and cleanser, there are plenty of deals on offer in Amazon's Everyday Essentials sale. This is the first time the online retailer has run a sale focused on everyday items, and some of our favourite tried and tested products have seen big discounts. To save you combing through the deals, we've hand-picked the best offers. On top of that, we've taken the time to compare Amazon's deal prices with supermarkets, so we can tell you if you're actually making a saving. The offers are available until Tuesday 27 May 2025, so you've got just under a week to grab a discount. If you miss out, or you're already stocked up on everyday essentials, I've also predicted the best Prime Day deals to expect on household items. You can bookmark that page and check back closer to the mid-July sale to see the best deals on cleaning, kitchen and bathroom essentials. Here's our pick of the best deals: Andrex ultimate quilts toilet paper 24 pack: Was £18, now £12.31, Now's a good time to replenish your toilet roll supply with this Amazon deal on Andrex's ultimate quilts loo roll. With a 32 per cent reduction, it's the lowest the 24-pack has ever been at the online retailer, and it's cheaper than the prices you'll find on your weekly shop. The online retailer has also slashed the price of dishwasher tablets in its Everyday Essentials sale, including this jumbo pack of Finish tablets. A pack this size will set you back £19 at Ocado right now, so this is a decent saving on the household staple. As with many everyday items on Amazon, subscribing to a regular delivery can also help you save. This laundry detergent is formulated for sensitive skin, so it doesn't contain any fragrance, enzymes or colouring. Our tester of the best laundry detergents, Zoe, found that 'it tackled food stains, wet towels and sweaty sports kit with ease.' Though odourless, it still managed to neutralise the smell of sweat left on her gym kit. A double-pack of the detergent has been reduced by a huge 45 per cent at Amazon, so now's the perfect time to stock up. Grind is one of our favourite coffee brands for an at-home brew, with its house blend making our round-up of the best coffee subscription services. The house blend is made from a blend of Colombian and Brazilian beans, and makes a delicious flat white. You can save 20 per cent on the coffee beans in Amazon's sale on everyday essentials, and you won't currently find it cheaper elsewhere. If you like the taste, you can save even more if you use Amazon's subscribe and save service. If you like to start your day with an oat flat white, you can stock up on oat milk using Amazon's deal on Oatly's barista edition drink. You get six cartons included in this bumper order, with each drink coming to £1.42. This beats current supermarket prices, so it's worth taking advantage of this Amazon offer. Need a cuppa in the morning? This deal is a good chance to top up your tea stash, with 25 per cent off 160 tea bags. A box this size is only available at a select few supermarkets, so if you spot it on offer, it's worth adding to your basket. It's not just household products that are reduced in Amazon's Everyday Essentials sale; there are plenty of deals to be found on beauty essentials too. We're big fans of Faith in Nature's vegan shampoo and conditioner, so we're pleased to see its body wash reduced in the sale. It contains oat extract, designed to soothe skin, as well as anti-inflammatory limeflower. It's a modest saving, but it's the cheapest price for this body wash right now. CeraVe's hydrating cleaner topped our list of the best CeraVe products, and for good reason. Beauty writer Lucy Partington said it 'works to remove makeup and cleanses quickly and easily' without drying out your skin. Its combination of ceramides and hyaluronic acid helps skin to retain moisture, and it's suitable for all skin types. Right now, you can save 30 per cent on the cleanser in Amazon's Everyday Essentials sale. WaterWipes's products are made of 99.9 per cent water and a little bit of fruit extract, so they suit sensitive skin. We know how quickly wipes disappear when you've got kids around, so now's a good time to top up your stash with this Amazon deal on a huge 720-pack. We never seem to have batteries handy when we actually need them, so now's a good time to buy some back-ups with this Amazon deal. You can save 17 per cent on this 18-pack of Duracell Plus, so there'll be plenty to keep the TV remote, kids' toys and more running, with some still to spare.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Major retailer discounts Andrex bulk buy to just £9 — it costs £13 at Asda and Ocado
LET'S face it: no one's enthusiastic about buying toilet paper. However, it's a less tedious task when you can get it for more than 40% off. Andrex Ultimate Quilts Toilet Paper 24 Rolls, £14.75 £9.01 from Amazon Amazon has slashed the price of a 24-pack of Andrex Ultimate Quilts toilet roll from £14.75 to £9.01. The deal is part of the retailer's first-ever 'Everyday Essentials Week', which has seen discounts on an array of household staples. You can get the bulk buy for £8.56 if you opt in to Amazon's 'Subscribe and Save' programme; you can choose to receive it every month or two, ensuring you won't run out. For comparison, Ocado and Asda sell the same 24-pack for £12.99 and £12.98 respectively. It's the lowest price the deal has ever been on Amazon; the previous lowest price was £12.31. That works out at just 36p per roll (or 0.2p per sheet, if you want to get really specific). Andrex calls Ultimate Quilts its "Most Comfortable Clean", thanks to its three-ply quilted "air pocket texture" — it's approved by the British Skin Foundation. It's also approved by the Forest Stewardship Council, meaning that it's sourced from responsibly managed forests or recycled materials. Andrex also commits to using 50% recycled materials in its packaging, and the packaging is fully recyclable. The popularity of Andrex Ultimate is evident, with more than 10,000 people purchasing it in the last month alone. The best deals on household essentials this week *If you a click a link in this article, we may earn affiliate revenue. Our team of shopping experts are constantly on the lookout for the best deals on household essentials — whether that's pantry staples, laundry pods or necessities like kitchen and loo rolls. Here are the best deals we've spotted at Amazon this week: Nescafé Instant Cappuccino Sachets x12, £4 £2.23 - buy here Walkers Cheese and Onion Crisps 45g x32, £35.20 £19.20 - buy here Mutti Chopped Tomatoes x6, £9.18 £6 - buy here Ellis Harper Fridge Deodoriser, £13.99 £8.39 - buy here Ecover Non-Bio Laundry Detergent, £10 £6.65 - buy here Ariel The Big One Laundry Pods x69, £39 £24.50 - buy here Vanish Gold Oxi Action Plus Super Concentrated 500g, £10 £4.62 - buy here Fairy Outdoorable Fabric Conditioner x8, £40 £28 - buy here Spesh by Cusheen Lemon Scented Toilet Roll x72, £34.99 £23.99 - buy here Duck Fresh Discs x3, £15 £8.55 - buy here Biodegradable 20L Bin Liners x100, £12.99 £7.12 - buy here Mr Muscle Drain Unblocker x2, £8.56 £5.48- buy here It holds a very impressive 4.7 star rating on Amazon, from over 800 reviews. One satisfied customer wrote: 'Great soft toilet paper. Good value for money and quick delivery. Great use for all the family. Lasted ages which is great and good price.' Another review highlighted the benefit of a 24-pack: '[Lasts] much longer than other brands, the cheap stuff is just air. This is soft and tightly packed, lasts ages.' For those still on the fence, one enthusiastic reviewer summed it up perfectly: 'If you're still using generic brand toilet paper, treat yourself to Andrex and experience the, ahem, end game of toilet luxury.'
Scotsman
21-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Amazon Essentials Week 2025: 25 best deals with over £180 in savings
Bag yourself some massive savings in Amazon Essentials Week | Amazon Amazon's new Everyday Essentials Week is here – and these 25 deals are the only ones you need to know about if you want to stock up and save big. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Amazon's first ever Everyday Essentials Week has landed – and if you're smart about it, you could stock up on everything from shampoo to pet food while pocketing some serious savings. Bag yourself some massive savings in Amazon Essentials Week | Amazon Running until 11.59pm on Tuesday 27 May, the seven-day event promises up to 40% off the everyday items we all buy on repeat – from brands like Andrex, Fairy, Oatly and Maybelline, to Amazon's own household ranges. We've combed through hundreds of offers to find the 25 very best-value picks across beauty, health, groceries, cleaning and pet care – all at genuinely lower prices than we've seen for weeks. And here's the kicker: If you bought everything on this list, you'd save a massive £183.59 off regular prices – and if you really went for it and bought in bulk you'd save even more AND be stocked up for weeks, if not months, on your daily essentials. Here are the 25 standout Amazon Essentials Week deals to grab now: Beauty REDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo A salon-grade shampoo that strengthens damaged hair and reduces breakage with every wash. La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ The cult multi-purpose balm for dry, sensitive or irritated skin – a must for any family first aid kit. CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser with Hyaluronic Acid A dermatologist favourite that gently cleanses while locking in moisture. Maybelline Instant Anti Age Eraser Concealer This cult concealer's price rarely drops this low – grab it while it lasts. L'Oreal ELVIVE Growth Booster Shampoo A high-street hero for anyone after fuller, stronger hair. Grocery Andrex Ultimate Quilts Toilet Tissue (24 Rolls) Soft, thick and seriously good value – bulk-buy while it's discounted. Finish Ultimate Plus Dishwasher Tablets (105 Tabs) Top-rated cleaning power with an eco-conscious formula. PG Tips Original, 160 Teabags One of Britain's favourite brews, now just over 3p a cup. Grind Coffee Beans, 1kg A big saving on a premium house blend – barista quality at home. Oatly Barista (6 x 1L) The go-to for creamy plant-based coffee – this multipack rarely dips this low. Cadbury Dairy Milk Chocolate Gift Bar A giant treat for any chocoholic – or a stash for sneaky midweek snacks. Health & Personal Care Lil-Lets Teens Night Pads (10 Pack) A discreet and comfortable essential for young users, now even cheaper. Listerine Total Care Mouthwash (1000ml) Keep your whole mouth healthy with this supersized daily rinse. Colgate Max White Ultimate Whitening Toothpaste One of the most powerful whitening formulas – and not often discounted. Gaviscon Double Action Mint Liquid (500ml) Relief for heartburn and indigestion – stock up while it's cheaper. HIGH5 Caffeine Energy Gels (20 x 66g) Perfect for long runs, cycling or energy boosts during festivals or work. Cleaning & Household Ecover Zero Dishwasher Tablets (24 Pack) Fragrance-free, eco-friendly cleaning power for those with sensitivities. Duck Fresh Discs Toilet Cleaner (Pack of 5) A smart and fresh alternative to bleach blocks – smells amazing too. Dettol Lavender Laundry Sanitiser (4x1.5L) Eliminates odours and bacteria even in cool washes. Bin Buddy Surf's Up Bin Freshener (3 Pack) Tackles smelly bins with a refreshing beachy scent. Pet CESAR Natural Goodness Casserole (24x) A quality wet food option for picky pooches, now nearly half price. Pedigree Biscrok Gravy Bones (Pack of 12) Crunchy, meaty treats your dog will go mad for – at a bulk-bargain price. James Wellbeloved Small Breed Dry Dog Food (7.5kg) Hypoallergenic and vet-approved – and now excellent value. Simple Solution Extreme Stain Remover A miracle spray for accidents on carpets and furniture. Breeder Celect All-Natural Cat Litter Biodegradable, non-clumping litter that controls odour and mess.
Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Amazon's Everyday Essentials Week sale is here! Save up to 40% off top brands like Andrex, Fairy, Flash, Gillette Venus and WaterWipes
Amazon's brand-new deals event, Everyday Essentials Week, is here and it's the perfect time re-stock your kitchen and bathroom cupboards. From May 21 to 27, Amazon is slashing the price of thousands of popular household must-haves, including products from top brands like Andrex, Nestlé, and Flash by as much as 40 per cent off. On top of familiar household cleaning favourites, there is also the opportunity to stock up on everyday essentials across health and beauty like baby wipes, shampoo, toilet roll as well as popular grocery buys like coffee pods, pet food and much more. Helping you save money on your weekly shop, all Amazon shoppers can take advantage of the savings - so you don't have to be a Prime member to enjoy the discounts. 30 of the best Everyday Essentials deals: Calgon 4-in-1 Water Softener Tablets, 75 Tablets If the laundry bags are piling up with school uniforms and bank holiday washes, then you might be using your washing machine a lot more. If that's the case, then this deal on the Calgon 3-in-1 washing machine tablets could keep your machine in check. £17.99 (save £10.01) Shop Finish Quantum Infinity Shine Dishwasher Tablets Bulk, 120 Save a massive 66 per cent off this pack of 83 dishwasher tablets in the Amazon Essentials Week sale. Save time and effort this summer with this bulk buy that's tough cleaning challenges the first time; plus, they help to prevent grease build-up in your dishwasher and clean your greasy filter. £10.46 (save £20.54) Shop Andrex Ultimate Quilts Toilet Paper 24 Rolls Don't miss out on 42 per cent off 24 rolls of Andrex Ultimate Quilts Toilet Paper. A great way to save on the family essentials and stock up ahead of the busy summer months. Plus, these are embossed with a unique Air Pocket texture to ensure a confident clean. £18.56 (save £6.19) Shop CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin Don't miss out on multiple bargains across the super popular CeraVe line in the Amazon Essentials Sale. Remove oil without stripping the skin with the CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser is packed full of skin loving ceramides, the cleanser provides 24 hour hydration whilst the niacinamide and hyaluronic acid. £8.33 (save £4.17) Shop Shark Stratos Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner Get £90 off the user-loved Shark Anti Hair Wrap Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner [IZ202UKT], which offers a 40-minute run time and is equipped with two floor modes to make cleaning your hard floors and carpets a breeze. With anti-hair wrap technology, it's a top choice for pet owners because not only does it leave furniture and carpet hair-free, but the brush roll will remain tangle-free. This model includes a pet tool, too. £189.99 (save £90) Shop Oatly Barista Oat Drink Long Life 6x1Litre Those who have swapped to oat milk are going to love this 36 per cent off deal on Oatly. Now under £10 for six 1 litre bottles, it's a brilliant time to stock up and save on your weekly shop. £8.10 (save £4.50) Shop Ariel All-in-1 Washing Pods, Laundry Detergent Liquid, 120 Washes (60 x 2 You can get 120 Ariel laundry capsules for 21 per cent off right now on Amazon. Helping you lift stains, brighten, freshen, and protect fabrics and with brilliant stain removal even in a cold wash, this deal will save you a very helpful £7.42. £28.58 (save £7.42) Shop Colgate Max White One Toothpaste 3 X 75ml Stock up on toothpaste with 23 per cent off the Colgate Max White One Toothpaste. The clinically proven formula is a tried-and-true Amazon favourite, made with whitening accelerators to help you to get one shade whiter teeth in just one week. £6.66 (save £2.04) Shop Finish Dishwasher Machine Cleaner | Original | 2 Washes (250ml x 2) Not all Amazon sale purchases have to be big ticket items - you can save on the everyday essentials and save on your weekly shop. This Finish Dishwasher Cleaner removes limescale and grease, even in the hidden parts of your dishwasher, for a hygienic dishwasher. £5.99 (save 50p) Shop Celebrations Bulk Chocolate Box, 2.4kg Score a huge 2.4kg bulk box of Celebrations mini chocolate bars and chocolate biscuits for under £27 in this Amazon deal. With favourites including Mars, Twix, Snickers and Milky Way, these chocolates are brilliant for having on hand for drop-in visitors this summer or for indulging with the family. £26.97 (save £13.03) Shop The Cheeky Panda Bamboo Toilet Rolls Bulk Buy – 24 Rolls Save 30 per cent off The Cheeky Panda Bamboo Toilet Rolls Bulk Buy 24 Rolls this Essentials Week and stock up the household for less. Bamboo tissue paper is a sustainable alternative to traditional loo roll and is kind to your skin too. £16.14 (save £6.85) Shop Finish Ultimate Plus Infinity Shine Dishwasher Tablets Bulk, Size: 105 Dishwasher Tabs Bank holidays are made for family gatherings so prep ahead and save on this bulk buy of 105 Finish Ultimate Plus Infinity Shine Dishwasher Tablets. Now 29 per cent off. £13.45 (save £5.55) Shop NIVEA SUN Protect & Dry Touch Refreshing Sun Mist Spray SPF50 (200ml) Summer is around the corner so don't miss out on 15 per cent off the NIVEA SUN Protect & Dry Touch Refreshing Sun Mist Spray SPF50. A handbag and beach bag essential, this offers immediate protection against UVA and UVB rays, sunburns and premature skin ageing as well as being a sweat and extra water-resistant formula. £6.80 (save £1.20) Shop Febreze Bathroom Air Freshener, Odour Eliminator, Cotton Fresh, 8 Count Discover our top pick for bathroom air fresheners: Febreze Bathroom Air Freshener, Odour Eliminator, Cotton Fresh, now 29 per cent off. Enjoy long-lasting, light, fresh scent and effective odour elimination for up to 50 days with easy, no-battery activation. £19.99 (save £8.01) Shop Fairy Non-Bio Platinum PODS, Washing Liquid Laundry Detergent Tablets/Capsules, 120 Washes (60 x 2) You can save over £4 off this mega pack of Fairy Non Bio All-in-1 Pods at Amazon. Helping power you through your family's laundry loads, this is a handy saving not to miss. £31.09 (save £4.91) Shop KIND Bars, Multipack 12 x 40g Need to stock up the snack cupboard? KIND bars are gluten-free, high in fibre, and contain no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. And the best news? They're on sale for 40 per cent off so you can get 12 bars for just £10.70. £10.70 (save £4.91) Shop Wilkinson Sword Hydro 5 Skin Protection Razor, Carbon Coated 5 Blades, Hydrating Gel, Flip Trimmer, 1 Handle + 13 Refills Upgrade your razors for 15 per cent less this Amazon Essentials Sale week. These precision razors have blades finished with a special carbon coating, creating the ideal level of sharpness for a close shave, plus, they have water-activated gel pools that are enriched with Pro-vitamin B5 to reduce irritation. £16.15 (save £2.85) Shop Vileda Steam Mop Steam PLUS Snap up the Vileda Steam Mop Plus today with a 20 per cent off saving. Heating up in just 15 seconds to hygienically remove dirt and grime, and with variable steam settings, it can be used on hard floors and carpets for a deep clean in minutes. Killing 99.9 per cent of bacteria on your floor without the need for any cleaning chemicals, it's loved by shoppers thanks to its ease and speed. £59.99 (save £15) Shop Vanish Gold Oxi Action Trigger Spray, 950 ml Stains are part and parcel of everyday life, but this could be your secret weapon against those moments. For stains from food, grass, wine and more, this is the brand's best fabric stain treatment spray - getting to work in just 30 seconds. £9.50 (save £6) Shop Finish Dishwasher Machine Cleaner | Lemon | 8 Washes (250ml x 8) Stinky dishwasher? Dishwashers need to be cleaned every month to ensure they are running properly, so if yours is starting to smell or not leaving glasses sparkling, then you need the Finish Dishwasher Cleaner. Plus, it's currently 15 per cent off. £15.80 (save £2.79) Shop Microfiber Cleaning Cloth,Pack of 12 Clean up with these microfiber cleaning cloths now £1.99 for a pack of 12. Making cleaning a colour affair, the cloths are a hit among cleaning fanatics; they're super absorbent, lint-free, and leave a streak-free shine. £11.99 (save £4) Shop Earth Rated Dog Poo Bag Holder with Dog Poo Bags Rolls, Durable and Guaranteed Leakproof, Lavender Scented, 1 Dispenser and 900 Bags It's not a glamourous buy but this sleek dog poo bag holder and 900 bags in one convenient set is now on sale for 15 per cent off. £25.49 (save £4.50) Shop Vileda Turbo Microfibre Mop and Bucket Set Now 15per cent off the listed retail price, the Vileda Turbo Microfibre Mop and Bucket Set is a great bargain to pick up ahead of summer guests. It has a unique foot-operated spin function to activate spin wringing, which allows for quick and easy cleanup. It also keeps the mop head as clean as possible, which is vital for a shiny floor. £33.99 (save £6) Shop
Irish Times
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Irish Times
In a Word ... Scatology
Maybe it's an age thing. Let's be clear: I have nothing against bodily functions. They play a very positive role in my good health, but if you'll pardon the thought, does it have to be so much in-your-face these days? There's the current and ludicrous president of the US announcing urbi et orbi last month that the nations of the Earth were queuing up to kiss his 'ass'. Coarse, and typical. When watching the 9pm news, do I really need to hear middle-aged women discuss their 'gush' and 'whoosh' as they tell us of their involuntarily leaks – right, left, and centre – leaving even that dog Piddlin' Pete in awe? In a break from the latest calamity in Gaza, do I need to be told that 'Always Discreet' leakage pads console women who say: 'It's releasing my pee I'm worried about'? READ MORE Should we be interrupted from news of the latest Trump-induced mayhem to be told, dramatically, 'Beware the Poonami', with horror movie music and curtains billowing over a child's cradle in a darkened room. That clip, from a TV advert for Pampers, includes a slumbering child doing his/her business as terror-stricken parents writhe in a nearby bed at the thought of their baby doing what babies do, a frightened dog peering from beneath them. Still, salvation is at hand. With Pampers, 'you'll never fear a Poonami again.' Pass the Trump vomit bucket, please! Then, as if it couldn't get worse, along comes Andrex. Now I like Andrex adverts with their fluffy dogs doing fluffy dog stuff. Not any more. This latest one opens with a loud fart and the challenging title 'get comfortable, first office poo'. Really? It involves another middle-aged woman, sitting uncomfortably at her desk in a darkened office with obligatory fluffy pup beneath. She rises, takes a large Andrex roll from a shelf, walks the gauntlet of her office, colleagues gazing as though she's headed for a gallows. She picks up a large French-German dictionary (what, exactly, is she planning to do in the little girls' room?) before entering that holy of holies as silent colleagues, now standing in awe, stare! Can we get back to Ukraine, please? Even the weather? Scatology, from the Greek skat for excrement, plus logia, for study of ... inaword@
