December 2015 – Page 3

December 3, 2015

Holiday Gift Guide for Every Beauty Junkie

Whether you know your BFF like the back of your hand or you could use some help gathering gift ideas for women, our complete beauty gift guide is here to take your holiday shopping to the next level. We’ve compiled the best makeup, beauty tools and more to get them primped and pampered like a professional model. Check out our holiday gift guide for the beautiful women on your shopping list to help them shine even brighter. And don’t forget to use Ebates for all your holiday shopping this year to rack up that Cash Back!

Karen Walker Beauty Brush Set + Stand

This Sephora exclusive six-piece brush set with stand is the perfect gift for anyone who wants to achieve a full-face look with pure designer luxury. Featuring a tortoise shell pattern and 24 karat gold plated accents, this set can be displayed proudly on the vanity. Set contains a powder brush, large angled foundation brush, angled blush brush, shadow brush, crease brush and display stand.

Urban Decay Vice4 Eyeshadow Palette

The Urban Decay Vice4 palette is perfect for any friend that wants to make a statement with their makeup look. It features 20 stunning colors including velvety nudes and rich jewel tones in buttery-smooth mattes, shimmering metallics and micro-glitter packed shades. This limited-edition palette also includes a huge mirror, double-ended shadow and crease brush and a coordinating bag for easy transport.

Deborah Lippman ‘Roses in the Snow’ Nail Color Duo

Add a little sparkle and shine to someone’s life this holiday season with this beautiful Deborah Lippman nail color duo featuring Modern Love and Some Enchanted Evening. Break the tradition of red and green nails with this gorgeous dusty mauve color and an accent nail featuring a rose glitter for the ultimate winter manicure.

Honeymania Premium Selection Gift Set

Give a gift that gives more this year with the Honeymania Premium Selection Gift Set. The Body Shop has partnered up with WaterAid and your purchase of this gift provides one day of safe water for a family in Ethiopia. Blended with Community Fair Trade honey from Ethopia, this gift doesn’t get much sweeter! Set contains shower gel, body butter, mini body scrub, mini eau de toilette and mini hand cream.

John Masters Organics Essential Travel Kit for Normal Hair

Mixing beauty with travel can get tricky with all those tiny bottles and TSA regulations. Ease the stress this holiday season for your travel-loving friend with the John Masters Organics travel kit for normal hair. (Dry hair kit also available separately.) Set contains Lavender Rosemary Shampoo for Normal Hair, Citrus & Neroli Detangler, Deep Scalp Follicle Treatment & Volumizer and 100% Argan Oil.

Sephora Favorites Superstars

This multibranded set with seven full-size beauty essentials is perfect for beauty beginners and gurus alike. Containing everything needed to highlight features, let eyes stand out and to create basic or sultry makeup looks, this set has it all. Set contains mascara, eyeliner, eye shadow, primer, highlighter and more.

philosophy treats and sweets set

Indulge someone this winter with a body-pampering set that smells good enough to eat. Scents infused with fresh cream, raspberries, apricots and peaches will make any bath or shower the best time of the day. Set contains four all-in-one shampoo, shower gel and bubble baths.

Dior Holiday Couture Collection Creations Deluxe Palette

A little luxury goes a long way. This deluxe palette from Dior allows anyone to create a radiant glow or professional smoky makeup look. Get a radiant complexion, enhanced eyes and add natural color and shine to lips, all in one zippered palette. Set contains illuminating powder, blush, six eye shadows, lipstick, gloss, blush brush, eye shadow applicator and lip brush.

iluminage Sleeping Beauty Deluxe Set

Beauty gifts don’t always have to be makeup, nail polish or bath sets. Surprise someone this year by giving the gift of luxurious sleep. Using the benefit of copper technology, these silky and soft textiles are clinically proven to reduce the appearance of wrinkles for smoother, younger-looking skin. Set contains two Standard/Queen Skin Rejuvenating Pillowcases and Skin Rejuvenating Eye Mask.

My Burberry Perfume

Perfume as a gift may be intimidating, but it’s a wonderful way to give a loved one a personal and thoughtful present. One of the most popular scents of the season is My Burberry which captures the fragrance of a London garden after the rain. Featuring notes of sweet pea and geranium, this scent is both effortless and timeless.

NYX Dream Catcher Shadow Palette in Golden Horizons

The best eye shadow palettes are compact and full of colors that are easily mixed and match to create an effortless look in minutes. This NYX palette in Golden Horizons features maroons, golds and browns to give your best friend the perfect glow she deserves.

Creme de Corps Whipped Body Butter

This Kiehl’s body butter not only leaves skin soft, smooth and beautifully moisturized, it also continues to give throughout the season. 100% of Kiehl’s net profits from the sale of these limited edition products, up to $100,000, will help provide a million meals to families this holiday season through Feeding America, the nation’s leading domestic hunger-relief charity.

Smashbox Double Exposure Palette

The magic of double exposure will transform before your eyes as 14 shadows become 28 shades when activated with water. Each shadow transforms in one of four ways when wet – amped up vibrancy, deeper color, a metallic shine or additional sparkle. The possibilities are endless. Set contains 14 eye shadows, double-ended brush, Full Exposure Mascara sample and #SHAPEMATTERS insert with how-to’s for six eye shapes.

‘The Original’ Makeup Eraser

Do you have a friend or family member who doesn’t really NEED any more makeup? Hard to believe, but it is possible. Help them ease their makeup removing routine with this cloth makeup eraser, which removes 100% of makeup with water only. No more disposable products to buy or lug around because this machine washable cloth will last up to 1,000 washes.

Get all these amazing beauty gifts and more with coupons, promo codes and Cash Back at Ebates!

Prices and Cash Back percentages are subject to change.

December 2, 2015

Infographic: Comparing the Costs of Pets

There are few things more rewarding than owning a pet. Animals provide comfort and companionship, and they make any household much happier.

It’s tough, though, to know exactly what you’re getting into financially when deciding to adopt a pet. Many factors come into play, such as the cost of pet supplies, food, veterinary care and more.

Read on to learn about all of the expenses involved in caring for the most common pets.

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Cats

The adoption rate for the average furry feline usually ranges between $0 and $200. Pricing depends on the breed of the cat and any special needs it may have. The yearly cost of cat food averages out to about $120 for regular food but can rocket up to $500 for fancier or special brands.

When it comes to veterinary care, the first year of exams will cost anywhere between $50 and $100. Every year after that will cost about $50 to $400. Those prices won’t necessarily break your bank, but be mindful of emergency vet care; that can cost up to a staggering $2,000. Spaying and neutering your cat is considerably less expensive. Certain places will do it for free, and the most it will cost is generally around $200. It should be noted, however, that it is usually $25 to $30 extra to neuter your kitty if it is in heat and $50 to $100 more if the cat is pregnant.

Waste management can cost a little more than the average pet: litter boxes are about $20, kitty litter (two bags a month) runs about $15 and a generic scooper starts at $5. Boarding your kitten usually costs between $20 to $100 a day, per cat, and cat-sitters charge about $16 a visit.

When it comes to training, the average cost is nothing but a whole lot of hissing and scratching (seriously, don’t attempt to train your wonderfully independent cat. It’ll have none of it).

Dogs

The adoption rate for the average dog usually ranges between $0 and $500, depending on availability and breed. It usually costs $120 to $500 a year for generic dog food and between $840 and $1,000 a year for higher-quality or specialty dog food.

The first year of doggy vet care is ultimately a bit more expensive than cats’, ranging from $45 to $200. Every year afterwards costs anywhere between $20 and $100. Emergency care, though, can cost up to $2,000, the same as cats. Spaying and neutering your dog is considerably more expensive than your average cat. It can cost anywhere between $35 and $200, plus $25 extra if it’s in heat and $50 to $125 if pregnant.

Waste management is pretty affordable when it comes to dogs: One pack of doggy waste bags, purchased twice a month, will cost $10 to $20, and professional waste cleanup services generally cost about $10 to $15 weekly. Depending on the establishment and services offered, boarding a dog will cost anywhere from $50 to $100 a day, per dog, and it’ll be, on average, $15 to $25 per day to hire a dog walker. Training your dog will usually cost $30 to $250 in the first year, and up to $200 every year afterwards.

Fish

Purchasing fish is a relatively cheap investment. Depending on the species, your average freshwater fish will cost anywhere between $1 and $25. The deepest investment comes with the fish tank and its setup. A small to medium freshwater tank usually costs between $100 and $200, gravel costs about $15, decorative tank plants cost about $35 and the filter will cost around $40. Food for the average freshwater fish costs a mere $20 a year.

Rabbits

The adoption price of a rabbit is generally inexpensive and, depending on the particular store and breed, ranges between $5 and $50. Depending on its size and complexity, your rabbit’s cage and/or enclosure will usually cost anywhere from $30 to $200. When feeding your rabbit, you can opt for hay or pellets, or you can do both. Hay generally costs between $7 and $30 monthly, and pellets around $10 a month. Waste management is relatively inexpensive for rabbits: Wood pellets cost about $4.50 a month and wood shavings are $10 for five bales every two months. Veterinary care ranges from $40 to $100 yearly, and you can expect between $100 and $150 for emergency visits.

Birds

Depending on their size and breed, birds can cost anywhere from $20 to a whopping $3,000. Also depending on size, birdcages cost anywhere between $60 and $1,000. For smaller and more generic breeds, bird feed usually costs around $9, but for larger or more exotic breeds, feed can cost up to $20 a pop. Veterinary care isn’t too pricey, and exams usually range from about $50 to $100.

Hamsters

Hamsters are a pretty cheap (and cute) investment, and their purchase rate is generally between $0 and $10. Hamster cages often cost around $30, with hamster water bottles selling for around $8 and hamster wheels around $15. Bedding will usually cost $15 in total. Food is pretty inexpensive as well, costing $12 for a typical 5-pound bag.

No matter the costs, pets provide the best form of companionship and love. Shop for supplies for your furry and non-furry friends at these stores to earn Cash Back: PetSmart, Pet Fancy, BarkBox, and Pet Plus.

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December 1, 2015

White Elephant Gifts People Will Actually Like

Ahh the exchange of the controversial white elephant gift. Why is it controversial? Because there are so many directions you can possibly go, from silly to slightly sick, the reactions can vary greatly. Plus at the end of it all, you don’t know who’s going to end up with what and people still somehow take it personally.

And when good intentions go awry, look out. That fake vomit that was sure to get some giggles out of your cubemate is not scoring you any points with Sandy from accounting…who’s pregnant…with twins.

So yes, white elephant gift ideas are worth a little brainstorming. Let us help you hit a home run with our white elephant holiday gift guide chock-full of safe yet fun and unique gifts (with Cash Back at Ebates) that your giftees will actually use and not just re-gift to their worst frenemie.

DIY Rubber Duck

Bring out their inner artist with this adorable paint-your-own duck kit. Yes, this may be a kid gift but if it lands on someone with kids of their own, you just saved them the cost of a stocking stuffer!

3-D Cats Playing Cards

Add a little cat fancy to their full house. Most people could use a deck or two of playing cards but pretty much everyone could use some 3-D kitties in their life.

Muffin Top Baking Cups

Silicone baking cups are extremely handy, especially if you just want to bake a couple of treats and not feed a small army. These cups come with a sense of humor AND a subtle reminder to moderate your holiday carbs.

Luchador Bottle Opener

Beat that bottle of brew into submission with your very own mini masked wrestler. Cracking open a Coke never felt so victorious.

Dog Butt Magnet Set

We realize that a butt may not be the most favorite part of a dog, but they certainly look adorable holding up photos and reminders on your refrigerator.

Moose Mug

Even if you’re never seen National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, this is still a cute piece for holiday parties. Chugging nog has never looked so kitschy.

Ugly Christmas Sweater Kit

The ugliest sweaters are the ones we make ourselves but who has time to go to an actual craft store for supplies and a second-hand store for a cheap sweater? Save them two trips and a lot of sanity with this festive DIY kit.

Log Pillow

Sleep like a log, on a log. This plush pillow only looks rough around the edges and will hopefully go to someone who has an affinity for rustic home decor.

Public Pay Phone iPhone 6 Case

It makes your phone look like a phone, get it? This iPhone case will have them nostalgic for the days of dial-up and Hammer pants.

Elephant Head Wall Decor

Alas, no white elephant gift guide would be complete without a literal white elephant. However, we thought this piece of wall art was actually quite elegant and a nice alternative to that lame porcelain figurine you were thinking of getting for the same ironic effect. Put it down. Back away.

Prices and Cash Back percentages are subject to change.