First off, Boots is already jumping the gun with their Black Friday deals. I saw that YSL Black Opium Shimmering Moisture Fluid – the travel size – is listed at $23.99. But hey, hold up! It’s only 50ml. Do the math, and it’s almost $15 an ounce. Is that *really* a steal? Hmmm, I’m not so sure.
Then there’s PriceRunner. Supposedly it helps you find the best deals. I gotta say, I’ve had mixed luck with those price comparison sites. Sometimes they’re spot on, other times… well, let’s just say the “best deal” is sold out or has outrageous shipping costs. Just sayin’.
And oh! Apparently, some other site is offering up to 80% off and free shipping over $49. Sounds too good to be true, right? My gut tells me to proceed with caution. Read the fine print, people! What’s the catch? Is it a knockoff? Expired product? I’ve been burned before, and I don’t want you to suffer the same fate. I once got a “discounted” perfume that smelled suspiciously like rubbing alcohol. Never again!
Now, look at this…MyTFS Members get 20% OFF YSL Black Opium. Okay, this is actually something to consider. If you’re already a member (or willing to sign up – but check if its worth it!) that could be a decent way to save a few bucks.
The real deal is probably finding the best price per milliliter, or ounce, or whatever. I saw a 30ml bottle of Over Red EdP for £54.00, which is the cheapest offer among 25 stores. And then a 50ml EdP for £62.55, the cheapest among 39 stores. You gotta compare the volume and price to figure out the true winner, ya know?
Honestly, it’s a bit of a treasure hunt. It really just depends on what you’re looking for, too. Are you after a specific size? Do you want the original scent, or one of the flankers (like Over Red)? And are you willing to gamble on a website you’ve never heard of?
My personal advice? Stick to reputable retailers, even if the discount isn’t *quite* as mind-blowing. A slightly less amazing deal is better than getting scammed or ending up with a bottle of something that smells like cat pee. (Okay, slight exaggeration, but you get my point.)