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I'm a saving expert – my savvy trick means you can get Boots products for a fraction of the price, anyone can do it

I'm a saving expert – my savvy trick means you can get Boots products for a fraction of the price, anyone can do it

The Irish Suna day ago
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.
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Her favourite Hyaluronic Acid is £5.40 in the women's section
Credit: TikTok/@thefinancegurl
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A similar product costs just £2.50 for more product in the men's section
Credit: TikTok/@thefinancegurl
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A finance expert advised how you can save in Boots by switching aisles
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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.
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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?
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You can't go wrong with shampoo and conditioner for 75p
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"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)
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