How often do you actually buy a product....

**JustJoy** · 10-10-2006, 08:33 AM

after receiving a free sample of it? And what types of things do you or have you bought?

I've found that I've been doing it more and more. I know that's the whole idea behind the companies sending out the freebies...lol But.. in the last month I bought a face lotion that I received a sample of and really loved and yesterday I bought Vital Radiance foundation. The sample I received was the perfect color for me and looks great. I wasn't too thrilled with the price though.... $18.99.... Yikes!

**northernmom2boys** · 10-10-2006, 09:01 AM

very often,coffee,make up,cleaning products
I dont mind paying more as long as I know the product is good quality

**BTK** · 10-10-2006, 09:31 AM

I usually don't. I like the free samples since I like to try new products but don't want to pay for it.

**nuisance26** · 10-10-2006, 09:43 AM

~Yes, I do. Not because I'm wowed by the product, but because the products are often new on the market and I can get them practically free by combining promotions and coupons. Even if I am wowed by a product, I won't buy it unless it's a great sale or I have a great coupon. Marketing has pretty much no effect on me. The only product I can think of that has really impressed me is Dove deoderant.But I like to think that I still win the battle by refusing to pay full price for it!

**sunshine** · 10-10-2006, 09:54 AM

We've purchased several things after receiving the samples.

My dd switched her brand of tampons after trying samples of Playtex.

She also now buys the Noxema Blackhead control face wash-- she loves it.

She buys the Thermacare heat patches for her first day of her period, when she has cramps.

I buy some items, but right now, I'm not thinking of any.

**Dedlered** · 10-10-2006, 10:05 AM

Sometimes, like deoderant (Degree clear)
and some toothpastes

**FrugalMomof3** · 10-10-2006, 10:16 AM

I usually dont either .. I guess I am stuck with my habits but I do love the freebies!

**frugal.lass** · 10-10-2006, 10:20 AM

First off, I don't request a freebie unless I know it's something either I or someone I know would actually use (for example, I don't request infant or toddler freebies since I don't have any kids and I don't have any family or friends with them either...if I did, I would request it to give to them). It's mostly that I don't want to order things that will just pile up (I have a small apartment).

Secondly, if I get a freebie that I LOVE I will keep it in mind when I'm shopping but I still wait for coupons or a sale before buying it. I rarely get freebies that I love so badly I will spend more than my "budgeted" amount, generally I weigh the extra cost against my financial goals and the product doesn't seem so wonderful then.

**staceyy** · 10-10-2006, 11:16 AM

So far I haven't bought any.

**Emerald_Mommy** · 10-10-2006, 11:25 AM

I think I've bought some toothpaste, maybe some lotion, & some make-up after sampling. Usually I don't buy things after sampling unless the price is right for us.

**Katybird** · 10-10-2006, 11:35 AM

If it is a product that really just knocks my socks off with it's formula or ability and it is within my budget I will often purchase them. I am switching my shampoo to Herbal Essences new forumul because I got a sample and loved it. It is a bit more expensive than some of the others so without the free sample, I would have never even tried it but because they sent my free sample they have gained a customer.

**risingsun1234** · 10-10-2006, 11:59 AM

i rarely buy it..i love to try the freebies..i guess i am addicted to it

**Neeley** · 10-10-2006, 12:45 PM

I don't think I ever have bought any. I am a creature of habit, and a cheap one at that.

**suzysaver** · 10-10-2006, 12:55 PM

Hardly ever. I find those products are usually more expensive then what I'm currently using.

**Telephus44** · 10-10-2006, 05:54 PM

I'm also in the "rarely" crowd, but there have been a few samples that really impressed me a won me over - Thermacare, Philosophy Purity Made Simple Facial Cleanser, and Hefty Gripper trash bags are some that come to mind. I have never been impressed with any of the shampoos or conditioners enough to buy them.

I also have to add that Kotex offered a "free after rebate" a few years ago on their tampons, and I did switch to Kotex after that. They are cheaper than other brands and I liked them better.