The Inside Scoop For Obtaining Free Cosmetics Samples Online

Cheap is good - but free is almost always better. Especially if you're a beauty product addict like me, who can name nearly every cosmetics brand in alphabetical order, and is always on the lookout for the latest potion, serum or must-have color for the season.

So where can you find free cosmetics samples online? Here are 5 hotspots that'll keep your cosmetics bag full--

1) Online Consumer Research Agency
http://www.ocragency.com

Have you purchased cosmetics online within the past 12 months? If so, you'll want to take the Online Cosmetics Buyer survey at the Online Consumer Research Agency web site. The survey takes about 10-15 minutes to complete.

They go on to further interview many of the survey participants via telephone. If you're chosen for the 30-minute in-depth telephone interview you'll receive $20 via PayPal for your time. (I was one of the lucky one's who was interviewed, but they still need more women folk, so don't delay.)

Even if you're not chosen for the telephone survey you can sign up to receive free samples and coupons tailored to your needs based on your survey responses.

2) Oil of Olay Coupons, Samples & Offers
http://www.olay.com/newsandsamples/newsandsamples.htm

Have you tried the Regenerist line from Oil of Olay? I use the Daily Regenerating Serum during the day and love it. Makes your skin velvety smooth.

I got my free sample from the Oil of Olay Coupons, Samples & Offers page. You simply fill out a form, and wait for your freebie in the mail.

3) Nair Free Stuff
http://www.naircare.com/freestuff/index.asp

Personally I'm a Mach 3 razor kind of girl. But when I'm not in a shaving mood, Nair becomes my best friend. The Nair Free Stuff page will privy you to samples and special offers. Just sign up and get in the clique.

4) YourDove
http://www.dove.com/your_dove/benefits.asp

I'm a recent Dove soap convert (works wonders for my super dry skin) so I couldn't resist signing up for the YourDove club. As a YourDove member you'll have access to special offers for members only and access to beauty experts.

5) StyleForFree.com
http://styleforfree.com/samples.htm

This is a neat little hot spot for keeping up with a variety of companies that offer free cosmetic samples. The have samples for skin care, hair care, perfume, lotion and more. Definitely worthy of a bookmark.

Joanie Longo is a writer during the day, and free sample seeker extraordinaire at night.