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Beauty on a Dime: TJ Maxx Luxe Beauty Aisle

This weekend I took a trip to TJ Maxx with my cousin and while she was looking at shoes and handbags {her weaknesses!}, I hit the beauty aisle. Besides the fact that I can't buy new clothes and accessories due to my Thrifty Threads 365 challenge, I know the beauty options at TJ Maxx are everything!Though TJ Maxx is known for affordable fashion, here's why you should check out their beauty selection.

Beauty on a Dime: Dark and Lovely Au Natural collection When it comes to fashion, I know my stuff. But for all things hair and beauty, I have to admit that I'm a bit baffled. Though I've had natural hair for the past six years, I still find myself on the hunt for products that moisturize my super dry locs.

A few weeks ago I was invited to an event for the Dark and Lovely Anti-Breakage line, which has no alcohol, mineral oil, petrolatum, parabens and aims to fight damage and retain hair growth. I don't think I've used Dark and Lovely since my relaxed days, but I was curious.After trying the products for the past three weeks, I can confidently say I've found some new favorites.

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sample website, pinchme launch

Like most people, I love free stuff and I rarely say no to anything that's free-99. It's not that I'm greedy {not really!}, I just love trying new products and possibly being turned on to something I might love.
So I was excited to hear about the launch of PinchMe. The site is straight forward: sign up by filling out a short profile, receive products for free and complete a short survey about the product after you've tried it.
The Australian company made its U.S. debut last month and it's for the consumer like me who loves to check out something new. I tried it and there are some pros and cons...