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Hello,
How are you doing this week? I'm feeling extremely chipper in spite of all this blasted rain and drizzle because there's a bumper crop of freebies and discounts to share.
Also, if you're in need of a little pampering, I've found some nice new skincare and makeup treats that won't break the bank. Check them out.
This week's newsletter has been brought to you by the power of mashed potato and gravy, and a super-cute bargain pair of new prescription glasses with 50% off lenses & frames (use code Glasses27, T&Cs apply).
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Best recent makeup finds for 2026
Time for a few little cosmetics treats that are affordable & perform perfectly.
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Replacement Basis Only: 2nd update
Some ups and downs during Weeks 3 and 4 of our latest thrifty challenge.
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Best recent skincare finds for 2026
Get ready to switch up your skincare routine with this bargain beauty.
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Sales, offers & freebies
- Boots sale now up to 70% off, plus various 3-for-2 offers, and £10 off No7 Future Renew Serum with code: REVERSE10.
- La Redoute new collection just dropped, get 40% off chic new-in Spring fashion and homewares with code: SPRING. Their 'Trendy Vintage' home collection is worth a trawl for fun 70s inspired furniture & decor.
- Boden offer 20% off everything including new season and clearance sale this weekend only. Some really lovely cotton blouses and dresses, etc.
- Topshop is back! The brand has joined John Lewis along with Topman, with some nice affordable pieces in the new collection.
- Dusk sale up to 50% off luxury bedding, linens, tableware and furniture.
- Free theatre show heads-up: From 12th March National Theatre Live will be streaming The Importance of Being Earnest free for a week on YouTube. Starring Ncuti Gatwa, Hugh Skinner and Sharon D Jones bringing the Oscar Wilde comedy to life.
- Free film screenings of Amelie, 9th & 10th March, for the 25th anniversary of the quirky French classic. Book tickets now. Hundreds of venues around the UK, and a few relaxed screenings available too.
- Nobody's Child sample sale coming soon: Truman Brewery, Fri 27 - Sat 28 Feb, 9am - 6pm. Free entry but tickets required.
- Charity SuperMkt new shop opens in London Spitalfields, 10am Sat 21st Feb, for lots of 2nd hand bargains & vintage finds. Other recent openings include Glasgow Buchanan Galleries and Brighton Churchill Square.
- Bargain skincare: if you're thinking about trying prescription tretinoin, Skin+Me has a 30-day trial for only £4.99 if you're quick (add a FREE trial-size cleanser, moisturiser & SPF to your box with code: FBR499). £24.99 ongoing, can cancel any time.
Replacement Basis Update: Week 5
As promised, a very quick Challenge update for the first part of this week. I've had to buy / replace:
- Regulars-only food order (this is far, far too sensible, right?)
- Toiletries: shampoo, antiperspirant, handwash, cotton buds, paracetamol
Maybe I can hang on over the weekend with another no-spend day, who knows?
I'll do a full update article after Week 6, but in the meantime the gory details of Weeks 3 & 4 are available to read now. Hope your budgets are looking healthy!
That's it from me for this week - thanks for dropping by, and I hope you find some great bargains and freebies over the weekend.
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