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The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
I'm a saving expert – my savvy trick means you can get Boots products for a fraction of the price, anyone can do it
MANY of us love heading to Boots to pick up some beauty essentials - but there could be a way to save money each time. A finance expert has shared that there is an easy hack many people can do next time they are in store. 4 Her favourite Hyaluronic Acid is £5.40 in the women's section Credit: TikTok/@thefinancegurl 4 A similar product costs just £2.50 for more product in the men's section Credit: TikTok/@thefinancegurl 4 A finance expert advised how you can save in Boots by switching aisles Credit: Getty She shared how women should not be tempted to 'pay more for pink packaging.' In a clip on her She explained: 'It costs £5.40 for the 30ml bottle but if you head over to the men's skincare section you can get exactly the same product for way cheaper. 'This one costs £2.50 for 50ml of product so you're actually getting more product for half the price. 'When you compare the ingredients side by side they are identical. 'Nothing is different apart from the fact that one is in green packaging and one is in pink packaging.' She advised when you are shopping for toiletries that it is worth checking if the men's section has a cheaper alternative as 'pink tax' is 'very real.' Her video has racked up a staggering 600,000 views, and sparked a debate in the comments. Most read in Fabulous One person wrote: 'BAN THE PINK TAX.' Another added: 'Great info to know sis. Thank you.' British skincare brand sold in Boots launches 50% off sale as it prepares to close down this month However, one person theorised: 'Isn't most pink tax just because there's higher demand among women so they add a higher price? 'In which case the real issue isn't misogyny it's capitalism and exploitation of consumers that everyone should be mad at.' And one shared: 'I feel like this issue applies to unnecessary products, too, like meds that are designed and sold as 'period pain relief' products when it's literally just paracetamol and ibuprofen in the one capsule.' BOOTS BARGAINS Kat Leech, who is better known online as First up, Kat showed off the Boots Everyday Shampoo and Conditioner, which are just 75p each and come in a delicious coconut and vanilla scent - what's not to love? 4 You can't go wrong with shampoo and conditioner for 75p Credit: Instgram "That is an absolute bargain," Kat said in the viral video. And if you've got curly locks, the Boots Curl Creme might be the one for you. Read more on the Irish Sun It's just £1.99 for a large tub and one hair fan said it's "excellent if anyone is looking for something affordable." One shopper even left a review online and wrote: "Have used this for many years, have dry highlighted soft fine hair and curls. My curls like it and it is not too sticky. It is very good value for money." What are the best Aldi beauty dupes? ALDI has become well-known for its affordable beauty dupes that often rival high-end brands in terms of quality and effectiveness. Here are some of the best Aldi beauty dupes that have garnered rave reviews: Lacura Healthy Glow Exfoliating Tonic Dupe for: Pixi Glow Tonic Price: £3.99 (compared to Pixi's £18) Description: This exfoliating tonic contains glycolic acid and works to gently exfoliate and brighten the skin. It's a fantastic, budget-friendly alternative to the popular Pixi Glow Tonic. Lacura Q10 Renew Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream Dupe for: Nivea Q10 Plus Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream Price: £1.45 (compared to Nivea's £10) Lacura Caviar Illumination Day Cream Dupe for: La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream Price: £6.99 (compared to La Prairie's £292) Lacura Hot Cloth Cleanser Dupe for: Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser Price: £3.99 (compared to Liz Earle's £17.50) Lacura Snapshot Ready Foundation Primer Dupe for: Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer Price: £5.99 (compared to Smashbox's £26) Lacura Miracle Cream Dupe for: Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Price: £3.99 (compared to Elizabeth Arden's £28) Lacura Ebony Rose Face Mask Dupe for: Fresh Rose Face Mask Price: £6.99 (compared to Fresh's £52) Lacura Charcoal Clearing Mudmask Dupe for: GlamGlow Supermud Clearing Treatment Price: £5.99 (compared to GlamGlow's £42) Lacura Velvet Touch Foundation Dupe for: Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation Price: £5.99 (compared to Estée Lauder's £34) Lacura Tinted Lip Oils Dupe for: Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Tinted Oil Price: £3.99 (compared to Rare Beauty's £20)
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
I'm a saving expert – my savvy trick means you can get Boots products for a fraction of the price, anyone can do it
Plus, the best Boots bargains if you are on a budget AISLE SAY I'm a saving expert – my savvy trick means you can get Boots products for a fraction of the price, anyone can do it MANY of us love heading to Boots to pick up some beauty essentials - but there could be a way to save money each time. A finance expert has shared that there is an easy hack many people can do next time they are in store. Advertisement 4 Her favourite Hyaluronic Acid is £5.40 in the women's section Credit: TikTok/@thefinancegurl 4 A similar product costs just £2.50 for more product in the men's section Credit: TikTok/@thefinancegurl 4 A finance expert advised how you can save in Boots by switching aisles Credit: Getty She shared how women should not be tempted to 'pay more for pink packaging.' In a clip on her @thefinancegurl account, she shared how she wanted to stock up on her favourite Hyaluronic Acid Moisturiser from Boots. She explained: 'It costs £5.40 for the 30ml bottle but if you head over to the men's skincare section you can get exactly the same product for way cheaper. 'This one costs £2.50 for 50ml of product so you're actually getting more product for half the price. Advertisement 'When you compare the ingredients side by side they are identical. 'Nothing is different apart from the fact that one is in green packaging and one is in pink packaging.' She advised when you are shopping for toiletries that it is worth checking if the men's section has a cheaper alternative as 'pink tax' is 'very real.' Her video has racked up a staggering 600,000 views, and sparked a debate in the comments. Advertisement One person wrote: 'BAN THE PINK TAX.' Another added: 'Great info to know sis. Thank you.' British skincare brand sold in Boots launches 50% off sale as it prepares to close down this month However, one person theorised: 'Isn't most pink tax just because there's higher demand among women so they add a higher price? 'In which case the real issue isn't misogyny it's capitalism and exploitation of consumers that everyone should be mad at.' Advertisement And one shared: 'I feel like this issue applies to unnecessary products, too, like meds that are designed and sold as 'period pain relief' products when it's literally just paracetamol and ibuprofen in the one capsule.' BOOTS BARGAINS Kat Leech, who is better known online as Kat Saves, recently took to social media to share some of the best beauty buys from Boots for anyone on a budget. The recommendations came from her own loyal followers, many of whom swear by the staples on the shelves. First up, Kat showed off the Boots Everyday Shampoo and Conditioner, which are just 75p each and come in a delicious coconut and vanilla scent - what's not to love? Advertisement 4 You can't go wrong with shampoo and conditioner for 75p Credit: Instgram "That is an absolute bargain," Kat said in the viral video. And if you've got curly locks, the Boots Curl Creme might be the one for you. It's just £1.99 for a large tub and one hair fan said it's "excellent if anyone is looking for something affordable." Advertisement One shopper even left a review online and wrote: "Have used this for many years, have dry highlighted soft fine hair and curls. My curls like it and it is not too sticky. It is very good value for money."
Scottish Sun
22-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
The five M&S foods to try and the ones to avoid, according to a shopping expert
Super shopper Kat Leech shares her tips for saving money at M&S too TOP MARKS The five M&S foods to try and the ones to avoid, according to a shopping expert Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SAVVY shopper Kat Leech knows all the best snacks to pick up in M&S - and the ones that are best avoided. The 29-year-old from Manchester has more than 130,000 followers on her popular TikTok and Instagram accounts, where she's known as Kat Saves. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Kat Saves and pics she's sent of different M&S food items Credit: Instagram/TikTok 4 Kat Saves and pics she's sent of different M&S food items Credit: Instagram/TikTok 4 Kat Saves and pics she's sent of different M&S food items Credit: Instagram/TikTok 4 Kat Saves and pics she's sent of different M&S food items Credit: Instagram/TikTok She does this full-time helping shoppers find the best deals in their favourite supermarkets - and she's exclusively told The Sun her recommendations for M&S shoppers. The posh supermarket is known for its good quality food, and Kat says some of their items are identical to or even better than the branded versions. One of her top picks is the tomato ketchup, which is only £1 for a 495g bottle. 'I honestly think it's better than Heinz, it's better than any other ketchup I've tried,' she raves. For comparison, a 460g bottle of Heinz ketchup costs £2.50 on the Ocado website - so that's a saving of £1.50 and you're getting a slightly bigger bottle. Another great dupe is the M&S Salt & Double Vinegar Extreme Ridge Cut Crisps, which Kat says is 'completely identical to the Salt and Vinegar McCoy's'. You can get a six-pack of the McCoy's Salt and Malt Vinegar for £2.35, while a 150g packet of the M&S version costs £1.70. If you have more of a sweet tooth, Kat recommends the Extra Cream Custard Creams. She says the biscuits are 'so much nicer' than the custard creams you get in most supermarkets. 'I think normal custard creams don't seem to have much cream in the middle these days, but the ones from M&S have got loads more in there,' she says. I got an exclusive look at M&S' new range - 7 items that are 'staples for spring' & will sell out fast from £25 Plus, they're only 50p for a 175g pack. Another of her picks is the High Protein Vegan Chocolate Crunch cereal, which is perfect for those wanting to get more protein into their diet. 'It's one of those things I just buy every time I go to M&S - I just think it's really nice,' she says. It costs £3 for a 500g pack. Kat also recommends that shoppers look out for the supermarket's Pizza Night Dine In deal, which lets you get two pizzas and two sides for £12. 'All the pizzas in their pizza deal are also amazing and great value for money as well,' Kat says. She likes the Mighty Meaty pizza in particular, which comes with marinated chilli chicken, pepperoni and dry-cured, oak and beechwood-smoked bacon. The sides include onion rings, chips and mac and cheese bites. M&S might have a reputation for being on the expensive side, but Kat says a lot of its fresh produce is good value. 'A lot of the salad vegetables, tomatoes, cucumber, lettuce, they're exactly the same price as any other supermarket,' she says. 'But I think the quality is just a lot better. They last longer in your fridge. 'I've seen a lot of people complain that if you get like a cucumber from Aldi then it will just go off the next day or something. But I think with M&S, things like that just typically last a lot longer.' Kat's ultimate M&S pick There's one thing that Kat says stands out as her favourite M&S product of all time. She says the ready-to-bake cookies are a must-try and she'll go back for them 'over and over again'. You'll find them in the freezer section in packs of six. Kat says all you need to do is pop them on a tray in an oven and then bake, and you can eat them warm and fresh. You can either get the 6 All Butter Triple Belgian Chocolate Cookies Frozen or there's the Ready to Bake Belgian Milk Chocolate Cookie Dough. The Triple Belgian Chocolate ones cost £4.50 while the Belgian Milk Chocolate ones are slightly cheaper at £3.50. They might be a little on the pricey side but Kat says they're 'so worth the money'. What should you avoid in M&S? While Kat is a huge M&S fan, she says there are some products that aren't worth the money. For example, she isn't a lover of their pasta ready meals as she says you can get similar ones much cheaper at other supermarkets. 'I tried the carbonara ready meal and I thought it might just have been a little bit expensive for what it was. You can get better or the same and cheaper elsewhere,' she says. Kat also recommends avoiding ready-to-go lunches section as she believes they are 'way overpriced for what you get'. This is partly because M&S doesn't do lunchtime meal deal offers, apart from in its train station or petrol station outlets. She says that if you're wanting to grab a quick ready made lunch, you're better off trying elsewhere for better value. The blogger says she recently got a caesar salad for £4.25 and it 'had nothing special about it' despite the price. 'Something like that you could probably make yourself for a lot cheaper as well and probably make it nicer,' she says. How to save money at M&S Kat is also an expert at saving money on her supermarket shop. As with all supermarkets, she says you should go in with a list so you don't get tempted by the expensive desserts and snacks. The 29-year-old also says to look out for M&S's dine-in deals which pop up from time to time. There's the pizza one we mentioned earlier but there's also similar deals for pasta, Indian food and date nights. Plus M&S often has multi-buy offers like three for £12 or three for £8 on things like picnic food. M&S does have a loyalty card but it works a little differently to the other supermarkets so you should familiarise yourself with how to use it. Rather than letting you collect points, Kat says the Sparks card can help you get discounts off certain items or even free things. She says the Sparks card works best if you shop at M&S regularly as it will give you more tailored offers - but that shouldn't mean you spend there unnecessarily. She will usually check for what offers are available on her loyalty card before she goes into the store. Another of Kat's tips is to stick to the M&S value range, which is known as Remarksable Value. She says a lot of the prices in this range are similar to budget supermarkets like Aldi and Lidl. But don't forget to do a price comparison before you go to the shops.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
The five M&S foods to try and the ones to avoid, according to a shopping expert
SAVVY shopper Kat Leech knows all the best snacks to pick up in M&S - and the ones that are best avoided. The 29-year-old from Manchester has more than 130,000 followers on her popular TikTok and Instagram accounts, where she's known as Kat Saves. 4 4 4 She does this full-time helping shoppers find the best deals in their favourite supermarkets - and she's exclusively told The Sun her recommendations for M&S shoppers. The posh supermarket is known for its good quality food, and Kat says some of their items are identical to or even better than the branded versions. One of her top picks is the tomato ketchup, which is only £1 for a 495g bottle. 'I honestly think it's better than Heinz, it's better than any other ketchup I've tried,' she raves. For comparison, a 460g bottle of Heinz ketchup costs £2.50 on the Ocado website - so that's a saving of £1.50 and you're getting a slightly bigger bottle. Another great dupe is the M&S Salt & Double Vinegar Extreme Ridge Cut Crisps, which Kat says is 'completely identical to the Salt and Vinegar McCoy's'. You can get a six-pack of the McCoy's Salt and Malt Vinegar for £2.35, while a 150g packet of the M&S version costs £1.70. If you have more of a sweet tooth, Kat recommends the Extra Cream Custard Creams. She says the biscuits are 'so much nicer' than the custard creams you get in most supermarkets. 'I think normal custard creams don't seem to have much cream in the middle these days, but the ones from M&S have got loads more in there,' she says. I got an exclusive look at M&S' new range - 7 items that are 'staples for spring' & will sell out fast from £25 Plus, they're only 50p for a 175g pack. Another of her picks is the High Protein Vegan Chocolate Crunch cereal, which is perfect for those wanting to get more protein into their diet. 'It's one of those things I just buy every time I go to M&S - I just think it's really nice,' she says. It costs £3 for a 500g pack. Kat also recommends that shoppers look out for the supermarket's Pizza Night Dine In deal, which lets you get two pizzas and two sides for £12. 'All the pizzas in their pizza deal are also amazing and great value for money as well,' Kat says. She likes the Mighty Meaty pizza in particular, which comes with marinated chilli chicken, pepperoni and dry-cured, oak and beechwood-smoked bacon. The sides include onion rings, chips and mac and cheese bites. M&S might have a reputation for being on the expensive side, but Kat says a lot of its fresh produce is good value. 'A lot of the salad vegetables, tomatoes, cucumber, lettuce, they're exactly the same price as any other supermarket,' she says. 'But I think the quality is just a lot better. They last longer in your fridge. 'I've seen a lot of people complain that if you get like a cucumber from Aldi then it will just go off the next day or something. But I think with M&S, things like that just typically last a lot longer.' Kat's ultimate M&S pick There's one thing that Kat says stands out as her favourite M&S product of all time. She says the ready-to-bake cookies are a must-try and she'll go back for them 'over and over again'. You'll find them in the freezer section in packs of six. Kat says all you need to do is pop them on a tray in an oven and then bake, and you can eat them warm and fresh. You can either get the 6 All Butter Triple Belgian Chocolate Cookies Frozen or there's the Ready to Bake Belgian Milk Chocolate Cookie Dough. The Triple Belgian Chocolate ones cost £4.50 while the Belgian Milk Chocolate ones are slightly cheaper at £3.50. They might be a little on the pricey side but Kat says they're 'so worth the money'. What should you avoid in M&S? While Kat is a huge M&S fan, she says there are some products that aren't worth the money. For example, she isn't a lover of their pasta ready meals as she says you can get similar ones much cheaper at other supermarkets. 'I tried the carbonara ready meal and I thought it might just have been a little bit expensive for what it was. You can get better or the same and cheaper elsewhere,' she says. Kat also recommends avoiding ready-to-go lunches section as she believes they are 'way overpriced for what you get'. This is partly because M&S doesn't do lunchtime meal deal offers, apart from in its train station or petrol station outlets. She says that if you're wanting to grab a quick ready made lunch, you're better off trying elsewhere for better value. The blogger says she recently got a caesar salad for £4.25 and it 'had nothing special about it' despite the price. 'Something like that you could probably make yourself for a lot cheaper as well and probably make it nicer,' she says. How to save money at M&S Kat is also an expert at saving money on her supermarket shop. As with all supermarkets, she says you should go in with a list so you don't get tempted by the expensive desserts and snacks. The 29-year-old also says to look out for M&S's dine-in deals which pop up from time to time. There's the pizza one we mentioned earlier but there's also similar deals for pasta, Indian food and date nights. Plus M&S often has multi-buy offers like three for £12 or three for £8 on things like picnic food. M&S does have a loyalty card but it works a little differently to the other supermarkets so you should familiarise yourself with how to use it. Rather than letting you collect points, Kat says the Sparks card can help you get discounts off certain items or even free things. She says the Sparks card works best if you shop at M&S regularly as it will give you more tailored offers - but that shouldn't mean you spend there unnecessarily. She will usually check for what offers are available on her loyalty card before she goes into the store. Another of Kat's tips is to stick to the M&S value range, which is known as Remarksable Value. She says a lot of the prices in this range are similar to budget supermarkets like Aldi and Lidl. But don't forget to do a price comparison before you go to the shops.
