Now that the 2015-16 school year has begun and kids are outfitted from head to toe, with new computers and all the other necessary accouterments, it’s time for parents, grandparents and teachers to take a step back and breathe.
After spending lots on school readiness, consumers are hungry for ways to get something for nothing – or almost nothing. Therefore, I dedicate this and next week’s columns to all those whose wallets now hang limply, empty and in need of some TLC. Enjoy!
Ellen Phillips‘ Go to cvs.com/shop brand/healthy-skin-centers to see where a local CVS provides an in-house Healthy Skincare Center. Not only can you schedule a complimentary consult about your skin type and condition, but also about products to complement both. You also get free samples.
‘ Aveda stores often offer free facials and hair treatments. At the very most, it requires a donation, which you can apply toward a purchase. Check aveda.com/events/index.tmpl.
‘ Our local JC Penney affords shoppers their in-house Sephora. The latter’s free Beauty Insider program boasts classes to learn makeup techniques, such as the glam way to create smoky eyes for evening, as well as the more basic method for everyday wear.