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Skincare For Beginners

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With millions of skincare products out there, it can be difficult to figure out what works for you. Especially when you add magazines, beauty blogs, friends, and family members are constantly giving you recommendations that aren’t necessarily compatible with your skin type. Even so, you must persist! Your skin is your largest organ and needs your help to protect it and keep it healthy. So, if you’re interested in finding the right products for you, keep reading.

YOUR SKIN TYPE

Before you build your skincare routine, it’s important to understand your skin type. Check out this quiz to determine your skin type! There are five different skin types: oily, dry, combination, sensitive, and normal skin. Check out this quiz to determine your skin type! Because everyone’s skin is unique, it is unlikely that products that work for one person will also work for you. 

YOUR ROUTINE

The most basic and essential steps of skincare boil down to three things:

1. Cleansing: twice a day. Once when you wake up and once before you go to bed, unless you have dry skin. If this is the case, it is best to rinse your skin with water in the mornings then with a cleanser at night. Cleansing is especially important for oily areas that clog your pores and keep bacteria in your skin.
2. Moisturizer: This step is for everyone, even if your skin is naturally on the oily side. There is a moisturizer for you!
3. SPF 30 (or higher): If you chose to do nothing more for your skin, this step is the most important. Protecting your skin from the sun is the best defense against skin cancer. We encourage you to research the best of each for your skin type. 

There are optional steps (exfoliating, masks, and serums) that you can choose to add to your basic routine. As you develop your routine, be patient and consistent. Skincare doesn’t have to be expensive and there are many brands such as Curology and Skinsei to help you customize your routine. Everyday you’re getting closer to healthier skin. 

7 Ways to Maximize Small Spaces

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Decorating your home can be a difficult task, especially when decorating small spaces that may keep you away from your dream decor. We did the leg work, and focusing on specific design elements can actually make your space feel a lot larger. Here are some tips and tricks to help you achieve all of your design goals in a small space!

1. Paint the walls a light color

This hack is tried and true! If you love color and find it hard to part with your colorful walls, compromise and paint an accent wall for some spice! White is the go-to, but any lighter base will make the room feel more spacious. 2.\

2. Use different colors to differentiate each area

Color coordination is super eye-pleasing. It can also be useful when you want to separate different parts of a room for different purposes. You may be thinking, “Won’t that look inconsistent?” And, the answer is yes, only if you don’t use colors that complement each other!

3. Buy full-size furniture

This may sound crazy, but decorating with small furniture actually makes rooms feel and look smaller. Especially if some pieces are scaled to a bigger size. While scaled-down furniture may not be the solution to enlarging a small space, choice of furniture is very important.

4. Choose multifunctional furniture

Functionality is a major factor to consider in smaller spaces. Always opt for furniture with a dual purpose, like a couch with storage, or a cabinet that opens up to be a table. This will save some major space!

5. Maximize your walls

Instead of bulky bookshelves that sit on the floor, try installing some floating shelves! Though wall space is often neglected, being able to store things in places other than the floor can open up your space and help declutter other areas.

6. Mirrors

Create an optical illusion by adding mirrors around the room. Mirrors are a great way to make a room seem large and they can be really beautiful, too. We suggest having one at your entryway or in your bedroom!

7. Install artwork that sits higher on your walls

Displaying your artwork above eye level is yet another way to create the illusion of a larger space. This hack will make your ceiling look higher up!

At the end of the day, don’t let a smaller space stop you from creating your dream home. A small space is just another chance for you to get creative, so have fun and don’t be afraid to keep editing!

4 Ways to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

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Hispanic Heritage Month is from September 15 – October 15. You may be wondering how you can celebrate this year and immerse yourself in the numerous traditions that go along with this celebration. Here are  a few ways to  celebrate this month:

1. Try a new Latin American based dish or recipe

With over 20 countries and cuisines to choose from, you are bound to find a dish you love. Ranging from Mexico, Latin America, and Spain, there are tons of different options and we guarantee you’re going to find a new recipe to keep on your list of favorites. Check out this list of the 20 Popular Hispanic Foods You Need To Try. Our personal favorite is ropa vieja – yum!

2. Host a game night

There are so many different games to bring to game night with Hispanic Origin. One of our favorites is Loteria. This is very similar to Bingo, can help you practice some Spanish, and may even win you some money! Careful to play this with your competitive friends though, things may get heated. Fair warning, we’ve seen it happen first hand. See here for how to play Loteria.

3. Take a dance class

Are you looking to get some exercise in a fun way? Take a dance class! Hispanic dances include Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue, and so many more! Choose your favorite beat, grab a partner, and hit the dance floor! You’re bound to break a sweat, listen to some uplifting music, and most importantly, have fun!

4. Visit a museum

Immerse yourself in the history of Hispanic culture and art. With various museums located throughout the country, you won’t be disappointed with the amount of color, life, and passion in the murals, paintings, and artists. Many museums offer online exhibitions if there is not a museum located near you as well to feature less-explored aspects of Hispanic culture such as sports.

These are just a few ways to celebrate these vibrant cultures. Grab some friends, play some games over great food, admire beautiful artwork, or leave your mark out on the dance floor. The possibilities are endless, and we hope you have fun!

5 Solid Affordable Self-Tanners For Winter Time

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With the end of summer, our tans will begin fading in a month or so as we start to head indoors and hibernate from the chilly weather. Keeping a tan in the winter and fall is a pain– how do you avoid the harsh rays of a tanning bed without looking ghostly? At Shopkick, we believe in matching your outer glow to your inner beauty, which is why we’ve compiled our favorite self-tanners at every price point. Ready to tan?

1. Jergens Natural Glow Instant Sun 

Rated 4.5 stars, the Jergens Natural Glow Instant Sun Mousse is a safe pick for those craving a deeper tone glow. The product will give you the fruity scent of a beach bronze goddess, and come on, who doesn’t want that? This self-tanner dries in only 60 seconds, faster than you can say the title “Jergens Natural Glow Instant Sun” itself!
Price: $10.44

2. St. Tropez ​​Self Tan Classic Bronzing Mousse

Another excellent choice, this St. Tropez Bronzing Mousse sits at a higher price, but is well worth the splurge. This tanner is slightly more pigmented and boasts high ratings for its availability to hide varicose veins, mask wrinkles, and block odors from the skin.
Price: $42.00

3. SKBC Self Tan Mousse 

The SKBC Self-Tanning Mousse is formulated with vitamin C, giving it ultimate anti-aging power and sun protection. So, not only are you going to be glowing like it’s the middle of summer, you’ll be protected too! With other benefits like rosehip and sunflower seed oil, you’ll be nourishing your skin while smelling like a fresh summer’s day.
Price: $29.95

4. Neutrogena Build-A-Tan 

If you are looking to build your tan gradually, Neutrogena’s Build-A-Tan is the product for you! This product doubles as a daily moisturizer, so you replenish your skin while giving it a sun-kissed look. Get the exact look you would get from tanning outdoors for hours just by moisturizing!
Price:$8.60

5. Sephora Tinted Self Tanning Body Mist 

Want a glow without any goo? Try Sephora’s Tinted Self-Tanning Body Mist, a luxurious yet affordable mist that quickly dries without leaving any stickiness. And with their color guard spray, you’ll be able to see exactly where you’ve already applied. Just make sure not to get it in your eye!
Price: $19.95

We hope you find your glow, whatever that means to you! Whatever you decide, rock it with confidence, no matter the time of year. 

4 Easy Fall Meals and How to Make Them

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Close your eyes and envision the crisp fall air around you – the crunch of leaves under your feet and the smell of s’mores… the fall season in full swing. Excited? Don’t worry – this vision will become reality before  you know it! We’ve found 4 perfect  fall recipes to give you a sneak peek of autumn a little early. Pot pie, stuffed roast, and casseroles, you name it. We love all foods relating to fall and can’t wait to show you how to make some of our classic favorites. You can make most of these within an hour, so why not give them a try? 

50 Warm and Cozy Fall Dinner Recipes | Taste of Home 

1. Stuffed Pepper Soup 

This easy recipe from The Spruce Eats minimizes the number of ingredients you need to make a classic stuffed pepper soup. Created with main elements you can find in your pantry already and only a couple of ingredients you will need to purchase, this recipe is undoubtedly one that will save you time and put you in the fall mood. (Quick and Easy Stuffed Pepper Soup Recipe (thespruceeats.com))

2. Thanksgiving Pizza 

You might read this recipe and think – what a weird combination of ingredients! Give it a chance, though, because you will be craving this Thanksgiving pizza well into November. (Quick and Easy Stuffed Pepper Soup Recipe (thespruceeats.com))

3. Pumpkin Bisque

This creamy, savory, and overall delicious pumpkin bisque is a classic. Come on… it’s got the literal epitome of fall as it’s the central ingredient – the pumpkin! This recipe feels like you just watched Halloween Town and put on a snuggie. (Savory Pumpkin Bisque Recipe | ChefDeHome.com) 

4. Fall Pear Salad

Splashed with red wine, olive oil, and topped with crumbled blue cheese – this salad is a canvas of fall colors on a plate. Topped with a crispy and light pear, it provides the perfect crunch for a light salad. With minimal ingredients and a prep time under 10 minutes, why wouldn’t you give it a try? (FALL PEAR SALAD {10 MINUTE MEALS} | You Must Love Food)

We are overly excited for the fall season here at Shopkick and are looking forward to everything that comes along with it! The shopping, the candles, the relaxing nights inside – and the FOOD! We believe every day should be a fall feast, because why not? These meals should get you just as pumped for fall as we are. Enjoy! 💙

Shopkick and Moburst Win Award for Most Effective Video Campaign

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We’re excited to share that Shopkick’s TikTok campaign with Moburst, an award-winning mobile success agency, took the win for “Most Effective Video Campaign” at this year’s Mobile Marketing Magazine Awards!

The Mobile Marketing Magazine Awards celebrate the accomplishments of digital marketing teams across the world that are making an impact through the power of mobile. 

During the pandemic, Moburst and Shopkick worked together to accelerate Shopkick’s mission to make everyday shopping fun, rewarding, and meaningful. When the launch of our first TikTok awareness campaign didn’t resonate the way we’d hoped, the team quickly pivoted to create more authentic and informative content, rather than traditional ads that mobile users often scroll past. This new strategy was a major success and helped us share just how fun and easy Shopkicking can be with consumers across the country!

Thank you and congrats to our partners at Moburst – we look forward to exploring new opportunities together and creating awesome content for Shopkickers everywhere!

Celebrate Scavenger Hunt Day with Shopkick

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What was your favorite book when you were growing up? If you’re like us, Roald Dahl’s classic “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” likely topped your book list. Willy Wonka’s world of wonder and chocolate and colorful candy was one we wanted to inhabit. And, who didn’t dream of finding a golden ticket? Well, your dream may become a reality because golden tickets and millions of kicks will be up for grabs next week!

Monday, May 24 is National Scavenger Hunt Day, and Shopkick is celebrating the best way we know how – with a week-long scavenger hunt filled with nostalgia and plenty of kicks! We’re launching a scan mission at Walmart stores throughout the country where you can scan a select grouping of products in order to earn 100 bonus kicks. 

But, there’s more! 

(Because, of course there is.)

To give you even more of an incentive to go on your own scavenger hunt in honor of National Scavenger Hunt Day, allow us to unveil the biggest news of all…

We’re hiding a limited number of Shopkick golden tickets in stores throughout the country worth $500 in kicks (each)! Your job is to find one and mail it in by May 31 to receive your prize! 

We aren’t sharing the locations (what kind of scavenger hunt would!?), but we can share a few hints. One city is located in Colorado, another is in Florida, and one more is in Florida…!

So, what are you waiting for? Get your search on!

P.S: If you’re looking for even more chances to win kicks, we’re also giving away 35,000 kicks to select Shopkickers who share their Shopkick Scavenger Hunt journey! Simply snap a photo or video of you (and your crew!) completing the Shopkick Scavenger Hunt and upload it to the app. We’ll announce the winners once our week of scavenger hunt fun is complete!

Create Your Own Baseball Ballpark Inspired Menu

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There’s a sport for every season, and the spring and summer are dominated by baseball. In fact, we think one of the best ways to spend a warm summer weeknight or sunny Saturday or Sunday is at a ballpark. We’re eager to cheer on our favorite teams, root for our favorite players, and sometimes jump in on the fun with friends as we play our own nine innings.

One of the reasons why we think we enjoy baseball so much, other than the fact that it’s a classic American sport, is because the food is delicious. Hotdogs, fries, ice cream, and popcorn are all ballpark menu staples. We thought we would round up 10 of our favorite recipes so you and your family and friends can enjoy the baseball menu fun from home!   

Cherry-Vanilla Soda Syrup:

Rather than sharing a cocktail, we thought we would start things off with a drink you and your kids can all enjoy together! The Kitchn shared a recipe for homemade Cherry-Vanilla Soda Syrup that calls for five ingredients, including the soda you will mix it with. It sounds like a fun take on a Cherry Coke or Pepsi!

Pretzel Bites:

Pretzels are a classic food at a ballpark, so try making your own! What’s Gabby Cooking shared an easy recipe for pretzel bites that you can pair with mustard or your favorite sauce of choice. Gabby also shares other pretzel recipes on her site, like these Garlic Herb Parmesan Pretzel Twists.

Pigs in a Blanket:

Instead of serving classic hotdogs, mix things up and opt to make pigs in a blanket! When a recipe is called the Best Ever Pigs in a Blanket, there’s a high probability it’s the one you should use. 

Olive Oil and Parmesan Popcorn:

We have a feeling you will turn to this popcorn recipe often, even when you’re not watching baseball! It calls for olive oil, grated parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Gimme Some Oven is definitely on to something! 

Garlic Fries:

Try your hand at making homemade French fries or purchase a ready-made pack – either option will work well! Once your fries are prepped, you will toss them in a garlic, butter, parmesan, and parsley mixture before baking them to create Garlic Fries.

Walking Tacos:  

This recipe is called Walking Tacos, and it involves prepping all of the classics of a great taco, like meat, tomatoes, beans, and all of the toppings. Once everything is ready, open a bag of corn chips, and pop your taco favorites inside!  

Honey Buffalo Meatball Sliders:

Typically, meatballs are most often served with sauce. But, this recipe calls for hot sauce, apricot preserves, blue cheese, and ranch dressing, so it offers a fun twist. If you try making Honey Buffalo Meatball Sliders, let us know what you think!

Deep-Dish Sausage Pizza:

Pizza is a game day classic, and if you want to feel as though you’re visiting Chicago deep-dish pizza is a must! This recipe will walk you through the steps to make your own crust as you craft Deep-Dish Sausage Pizza. We can’t wait to try it!

Turkey Burger: 

It’s not a baseball game menu if there isn’t at least one burger recipe included! We spotted this recipe for turkey burgers, and we’re excited to try the Mexican version, which calls for topping the turkey burger with guacamole and salsa.

Strawberry Ice Cream: 

To cap off your ballpark at-home menu, dessert is a must! Have you ever made your own ice cream? Celebrate baseball and strawberry season with this egg-less Strawberry Ice Cream recipe. Serve with chocolate sauce, extra strawberries, and waffle cones.

What will you include on your baseball menu for your next watch party at home? Let us know on Facebook!

When Should You Budget?

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We all know saving is smart and overspending isn’t — but putting those simple principles into practice? Not always so simple. Good money habits take time and intention. And if you’re working to build lasting financial wellness, the best place to start is with one key habit: your budget.

We’ve all heard the word “budget” before — from parents, personal finance books, or maybe from painful trial and error. But knowing we should budget is different from knowing how and when to actually make it work.

Let’s walk through some practical tips to help you use your budget as a tool, not a burden.

1. Budget Before You Get Paid

Payday feels like a celebration — especially if you’ve been counting down the days with just a few dollars left. But if you wait until after the direct deposit hits to start thinking about your budget, it’s easy to overspend in those first few days. (Looking at you, Target.)

Instead, plan your budget before your paycheck lands. Decide in advance where your money will go, so you’re not left scrambling at the end of the month — or checking your account balance with dread on the 29th.

2. Give Every Dollar a Job

Budgeting doesn’t mean restricting — it means being intentional. When you assign every dollar a purpose (bills, groceries, savings, fun), you’re creating a plan instead of wondering where your money went.

Yes, this includes fun money! The goal isn’t to eliminate joy — it’s to make space for it without guilt.

3. Use Your Budget as a Daily Guide

Your budget isn’t a one-time task. It’s a living, breathing tool that you should revisit often. Check it before making a purchase, use it to help you say “no” when needed, and feel good saying “yes” when it aligns with your goals.

It’s not about deprivation — it’s about freedom within boundaries you’ve set for yourself.

4. Let It Evolve With Your Life

Your budget should change as your life changes. What worked in college probably doesn’t work now. And even a budget from a few months ago might not fit today’s priorities.

As you shift through new seasons — new jobs, relationships, kids, goals — your budget should shift too. Revisit it monthly and adjust it before each new paycheck, so it stays aligned with your reality.

Your Budget = Your Power Plan

A budget is more than numbers on a spreadsheet — it’s a promise you’ve made to yourself. It’s the plan that keeps your goals in focus and your spending in check. It’s the daily habit that helps you stress less, save more, and get one step closer to the life you want.

Here’s to budgeting with purpose — and making every dollar count.

How to Earn Kicks: 16 Tips for Shopkick Success

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I’m a Shopkick master, everyone knows that. I mean, it’s nothing for me to earn a gift card a month, which I promptly spend on splurges at Starbucks or combine with all my Walmart Savings Catcher deals for extra savings. Right now, I’m saving up for a Best Buy gift card for a special someone.

how to earn kicks on ShopkickBut, it recently came to my attention that while almost everyone knows how Shopkick works (you shop! you get kicks! you redeem for gift cards!) not everyone really knows how to earn kicks on Shopkick the right way. So, I thought, “Let’s fix that!” Here are some things every Shopkicker should be doing, how to follow the Shopkick rules—and some tips for getting the most out of the very best shopping app, Shopkick.

How to Earn Kicks: The Nitty Gritty

Obviously, you’ve already downloaded the Shopkick app and set up your profile. Once you’ve done that, everything else kind of runs itself. Still, there are some things you can master to get the most kicks possible:

  • Turn on notifications and Bluetooth: Do this so that you never miss an opportunity, like a great sale or a chance for extra points. The app will also let you know if you’re about to walk past a store that’s got a deal for extra kicks.
  • Open the app at least once a week: New places to get kicks come up all the time. Plus, kick amounts increase often and products change frequently.
  • Stay up-to-date: Be sure to update the app whenever there’s a new release to make sure you always have the latest, greatest working version of Shopkick.

How to Earn Kicks in-Store

So, you’re up-to-date and your Bluetooth is turned on. It’s time to start earning kicks … for everything you do. Challenge yourself to do these four things the next time you go shopping and watch the kicks start rolling in:

  • Walk into a store: Many stores give kicks just for walking through the door! Just remember to have the app open and Bluetooth turned on.
  • Scan products: Get kicks!
  • Buy products and upload a receipt: Get kicks!
  • Link your credit card and make a purchase: Get kicks!

How to Earn Kicks from the App

Sometimes, I’m too lazy to go out. At those times, I like to earn kicks while shopping in my jammies. From my phone. And, hey, Shopkick is the best mobile shopping app, after all. When I open the Shopkick app, I:

  • Watch a video: Learn more about products—and get kicks!
  • Find an instant surprise: Go on a treasure hunt to find instant surprises. These are located under the Discover tab.
  • Make an online purchase: This is self-explanatory, but here’s an added tip: Sometimes I go to my favorite online shops on my desktop to load up my cart. Then, I open up my Shopkick app and navigate to that store and buy everything in my cart—and get kicks!
  • Invite friends: You can earn free kicks whenever someone you invite to Shopkick downloads the app and starts using it.

How to Earn Kicks on the Web

So, as I mentioned, sometimes I prefer to shop online, then buy everything from my handy-dandy Shopkick app. Other times, though, I like to earn rewards for shopping on the web. Here’s how:

  • Open a browser on your computer: Go to www.shopkick.com and login using the same credentials as you do to log into the app on your mobile phone.
    See unique stores like Macy’s and Sephora where you can earn kicks for online purchases.

How to Earn Kicks on Shopkick the Right Way

As it turns out, some people like to try to break the rules. Nobody likes a cheater, so here’s how to play fair and not get banned:

  • Scan in-store only: For scans, make sure you are in the store when you attempt to scan a product and that you scan the actual physical item. Remember, the companies paying for all those amazing free gift cards you get with your kicks—retailers like T.J.Maxx and Marshalls and brands like Lego and Tylenol—love to be on Shopkick because it helps them connect with their customers in a fast, fun, easy way. They reward Shopkick for helping them, and Shopkick passes those rewards on to all you awesome Shopkickers. It’s a win-win-win for everyone, but it only works if you’re physically interacting with products in the store.
    Also, don’t fall into any traps or “creative shortcuts” that may have you breaking the rules; Shopkick’s technology detects when rules are being broken. Yikes!

It’s a win-win-win for everyone, but it only works if you’re physically interacting with products in the store.

  • Be unique: Another way people get in trouble is by having more than one Shopkick account on their phone. If someone pretends to be multiple people—by signing up for multiple Shopkick accounts—that raises serious red flags. To protect the members of the Shopkicking community who are playing fair and who want to keep getting gift cards, Shopkick asks rule-breakers to leave (which they hate to do!)
  • Keep your mobile number to yourself: Don’t share your number with someone else. No one else should be logging into your account from their phone. It looks suspicious,  like one person is trying to pretend to be many people.
  • Invite—and shop with—friends: Help your BFFs get Shopkicking! An easy and fun way to keep racking up the kicks is to Shopkick with others. I personally love to head out with my friends. I hear all the time how Shopkickers like to Shopkick with their sisters, mothers, daughters, husbands, wives, etc. They use it as a way to get their steps—and kicks—in on evenings or days off. Both you and your friends will get extra kicks after they earn their first kicks in-store within seven days of accepting your invitation. Why not go with them on their first Shopkicking adventure and show them the ropes?

So, that’s it my Shopkicking friends—my best advice on how to earn kicks on Shopkick so you can rack up the points! If you have any other ideas, I’d love to hear them.

If you’re as social media savvy as you are shopping savvy, join us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for daily shopping fun.

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8 Ways to Save Money While Shopping With the Girls

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In my experience, there are two kinds of shopping trips: the fun, carefree kind where spending isn’t top of mind, and the strategic kind where you’re all about value and stretching your budget. I’ve done plenty of both — and these days, I’m all about saving while still enjoying the moment (especially when I’m out with my girls).

Over time, I’ve discovered a set of go-to tips that help me save more and shop smarter — without sacrificing any of the fun. Whether we’re hitting up Target, the mall, or grabbing Starbucks between stores, these tricks have made all the difference. Here are eight ways to save money while shopping with your crew:

1. Make a List and Stick to It

Impulse buys happen — unless you go in with a plan. Before heading out, jot down what you actually need. Using a list (even in an app!) helps keep your shopping focused and budget-friendly. It also gives you more room to splurge on the things that matter most.

2. Earn Rewards on Grocery Trips

Let’s be honest: grocery runs aren’t always the most exciting. But when you use shopping rewards apps, you can earn points (or even cash) for your everyday purchases — and then use those rewards on more fun shopping trips with your friends.

3. Save on Coffee Stops

My Starbucks habit is real — so finding ways to save on it is a must. From loyalty programs to credit card perks and shopping apps that offer gift cards, there are plenty of ways to earn your next cup for free. More energy = more shopping.

4. Set a Spending Limit

It may sound basic, but having a budget in mind before you head out is powerful. My friends and I talk about our limits ahead of time and help each other stick to them. It’s fun to shop — and even better when you leave the store with no regrets.

5. Watch Videos and Earn Rewards

There are apps that reward you just for watching short videos — yes, really. I squeeze them in while waiting in line, eating breakfast, or winding down at night. It might not seem like much at first, but it adds up fast.

6. Use Coupon Apps

Gone are the days of digging through your purse for paper coupons. Today’s coupon apps make saving simple with digital discounts you can apply right at checkout. Just open the app, scan, and save.

7. Join Loyalty Programs

If you’re shopping at the same stores often — like Target, Walmart, Starbucks, or Best Buy — make sure you’re signed up for their rewards programs. They’re free, easy to use, and help you earn savings just for doing what you already do.

8. Use Shopkick (My Favorite!)

Of all the apps I’ve tried, Shopkick is my absolute favorite. It rewards you for things you already do: walking into stores, scanning items, watching videos, and making purchases. You can even earn kicks (Shopkick’s points) from home, like during your morning coffee or while lounging on the couch.

I love that I can use it both in-store and online at retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and more — and trade in those kicks for gift cards. My whole shopping crew uses it now, and it makes our girls’ days out that much more fun and rewarding.

Ready to Save Together?
If you’re looking to stretch your shopping budget without cutting back on the fun, these tips are a great place to start. And if you haven’t already, download the free Shopkick app and join a community of smart, savvy shoppers. You’ll earn rewards for shopping the way you already do — just with a little more strategy (and a lot more savings).

And for even more inspiration, follow Shopkick on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

8 Ways to Decorate Easter Eggs

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We’ve made it to spring, Shopkickers! Who else is ready for warmer weather, more time spent outside, and blooming flowers? Though you may not be able to see us, our hands are raised up high! As we prepare to welcome this new season once again, we’re also eagerly awaiting the return of one of our favorite holiday traditions: decorating Easter eggs.

For years, one of the only ways to give your eggs a little extra flair was to dunk them in dye. While this classic way to decorate is still exactly that – a classic – there are now countless ways to make your Easter eggs standout. From using nail polish to adding stickers, we’re sharing eight ways to decorate Easter eggs below. We think you will find there’s an Easter craft for families of all ages!

Shaving Cream: 

Have you ever dyed Easter eggs using shaving cream? We see these eggs floating around the web every year, and we’re eager to give them a try! You add drops of food coloring to shaving cream, twist the egg in the mixture, let dry, then wipe away the shaving cream. The result is a cool marbled look! P.S: You can also use whipped cream instead of shaving cream. 

Natural Dye: 

Sure you can use store bought dye, but for an extra challenge you can create your own Easter egg dye from the colors found naturally in foods! You will want to follow this tutorial that describes the colors found in specific foods and drinks (see: wine). Once you’ve chosen your colors, bring water, salt, vinegar, and your food or beverage of choice to a boil. Once done, strain, cool, and dye! 

Stickers: 

If you’re looking for a no-mess Easter craft, this is the one for you! Although you can definitely dye your eggs first, there’s no need because stickers add plenty of whimsy on their own. Simply purchase stickers or use some from your at-home stash and place them on Easter eggs. If you want to add more creativity, you can follow this tutorial where your kids can color their own stickers! 

Nail Polish: 

Did you know you can dye Easter eggs with nail polish? We didn’t either! This article walks you through the steps, and they’re simple. You’ll add a few drops of nail polish to a cup of water, swirl around, dunk your egg, and let it dry. The result will be a marbled Easter egg made with a beauty product you likely already have at home. 

Glitter: 

As long as you don’t mind a little mess, decorate your Easter eggs with glitter! Similar to other decorating ideas, you can still dye your Easter eggs first, or you can let the glitter shine entirely on its own. The steps to add glitter are simple: place glue on your egg, sprinkle on glitter, let dry, and enjoy! 

Temporary Tattoos: 

Temporary tattoos are not only for people, they’re for Easter eggs too! And, these are so quick and easy to make! You will want to source temporary tattoos (you can find them at Amazon). After you hard boil your eggs and allow them to cool, you will add your tattoos to your eggs by placing them face down, dabbing on water to allow the design to transfer, and pulling the paper away. Voila! 

Baby Chicks:

Chicks are synonymous with Easter, and this tutorial shares how to turn your eggs into darling baby characters! The steps involve first dying your eggs yellow, then dip dying. After that, it’s all about creating a mini beak and drawing on clothes and details with a Sharpie. We think older kids will really enjoy this Easter craft!

Tie Dye: 

Tie dye is everywhere, so add the trend to your Easter eggs! You will need paper towels, dye, and a spray bottle filled with water to create this Easter craft. The process of creating your tie dyed eggs is so similar to making a t-shirt. We hope you give this method a try!

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