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October 18, 2016

Easy-to-Use Halloween Makeup Kits Under $15

No matter how many hours you spend on Pinterest browsing Halloween makeup looks or how many YouTube tutorials you watch, doing your own Halloween makeup can be, well, scary. It’s a lot of work requiring a lot of tools that you may not have, nor the budget to buy them. And booking a professional Halloween makeup session? That’s not exactly cost effective. So for all of you lacking time, copious extra cash and/or a steady hand, we present you these Halloween makeup kits that are affordable, easy to use and come with Cash Back at Ebates!

The Joker Halloween Makeup Kit, $9.95

Kits are especially smart if your look requires Halloween face makeup, like The Joker. Instead of buying a whole tub of white that you will likely not use all in one sitting, this kit provides just enough coverage and all the accouterments needed to complete your transformation.

Suicide Squad Harley Quinn Makeup Kit, $9.52

This look requires some serious Halloween eye makeup since chances are, you probably don’t have red and blue shades just lying around.

Poison Ivy Makeup Kit, $9.52

Harley and The Joker may be all the rage right now but for those who like to kick it old school, this Poison Ivy kit from Hot Topic includes some killer costume makeup.

e.l.f. Witch Kit, $12

e.l.f. has a great selection of simple face kits including Ice Queen, Mermaid, Cheetah and more to complete your fantasy face.

Lady Gaga Halloween Lightning Bolt Makeup, $3.96

Whether you want to evoke Lady Gaga or the late, great David Bowie, this kit from Tanga has everything you need for a glamtastic look.

Beautiful Bones Halloween Makeup Kit, $7.22

While searching Halloween makeup ideas, you may have fallen totally in love with Calavera, the beautiful sugar skulls depicted in Día de los Muertos customs and folklore. Unless this is part of your own culture, we recommend using this makeup if you are attending an actual Día de los Muertos celebration. Celebrate, don’t appropriate!

Neon Rainbow Cat Face Tattoo, $5

A full-face tattoo is perhaps the easiest way to apply your Halloween look. Just a few simple steps and you’re out the door!

Glow-In-The-Dark Makeup Kit, $9.50

Hitting up any haunted houses or black-light parties? Then a glow-in-the-dark look is a bold move few will forget.

Fluorescent Green Glow in The Dark Nail Polish, $3

Complete your costume with head-to-fingertip luminescence. This nail polish is speckled to create a fun paint splatter effect.

Black Glitter Witch Nails, $5

Or you can ditch the extra dry time and go for quick, press-on nails like these to create some witchy digits that will leave them bedazzled.

June 8, 2016

6 Ways to Show You Care on Best Friends Day

Nobody stands by your side quite like your best friend. Through thick and then, they’re there for you to help you through every hurdle and accomplishment. They defy biological ties, acting as family even if there is no relation. So this June 8th, show your best friend what they mean to you with a small token of your appreciation on Best Friends Day. These friendship gift ideas are sure to demonstrate just how much they mean to you.

Keep It Old School

Gifts for friends don’t have to be over the top grand gestures. Instead, revisit the days of yesteryear with handcrafted gifts. Michaels carries everything you need to replicate those super sweet friendship bracelets you couldn’t get enough of back in the day. Snatch up a kit or simple embroidery thread and see just how well you remember, or don’t remember, making those colorful bracelets. Or if your bestie loves craft projects, simply send them an instant eGift card and show them some love while they choose their own perfect present.

Celebrate Together

Sometimes experiences make the best gifts. What better way to show appreciation than spending time together? But your outing doesn’t have to be a full price adventure. Groupon has you covered with fun activities like painting classes, massages, rock climbing, beer tastings, concerts and more.

Make Life Easier

Life is pretty chaotic these days and between work and all of the after school activities, it’s actually quite impressive if your friend finds time to whip up dinner. Pick up a cookbook for your e-reader from BooksAMillion for some quick meal ideas and whip up some delicious meals to save time. The gesture will help reduce stress and hopefully give everyone enough time to sit down and enjoy your creation together. You can also send them an eGift Certificate that they can use instantly online so they can spend their evening down time reading and relaxing.

For the Kiddos

Your kids certainly can’t miss out on the joy of friendship gifts. With the adorable assortment of classic friendship necklaces at Claire’s, they’re sure to find gifts for best friends that perfectly represents their budding friendship. As they swoon over all of the fun designs, you’ll be reminiscing of the days when you used to sport similar fashionable necklaces.

Grown-Up Glitz

Adulthood isn’t all bad. Sure, you have bills to pay, but you also get to choose more grownup friendship jewelry gifts for your best friend. At Jewelry.com you’ll find a great selection of styles that are sure to please anyone. Chose the best friend jewelry that speaks to your relationship and the many years you’ve spent enjoying each other’s company. Between their great prices and a promo code, you’ll definitely get a great price on your friendship jewelry with Jewelry.com.

The Gift of Options

If you’re drawing a blank on gift ideas for friends, look no further than GiftCardMall.com. As a one-stop-shop you’ll find instant gift cards for any number of stores. Find the store that stands out and get them the gift of choice by allowing them to use the gift card as they see fit. With Cash Back at Ebates, you’ll even save money, making it the ultimate gift giving choice. You’ll even be able to get your code right away, making it ideal for procrastinating shoppers who still want to get the perfect last minute gift.

March 22, 2016

Luxurious Easter Baskets for Grown Ups

We all know kids go crazy for Easter baskets. Who doesn’t love a rainbow basket full of plastic toys and sweet treats? Adults, that’s who. So if you’re ready to take this spring celebration back to the big kids’ table this year, we’ve got some recommendations on how to build some grown up Easter baskets anyone over the legal drinking age will absolutely adore. As an added bonus, these Easter treat ideas for adults all come with Cash Back at Ebates!

Beauty Gifts

From must-have makeup palettes to best-selling hair care, you can treat your family and gal pals to a whatever makes them feel beautiful without breaking the bank. All of these items are under $15! Easily find affordable beauty gifts to fill Easter baskets for grown ups with Cash Back from Sephora, The Body Shop, ULTA Beauty and more.

Pretty Plants

Mini succulents are not only easy to take care of, they are just too darn adorable. Your bestie may be no green thumb but she can still enjoy a little taste of nature at her office or home thanks to your thoughtful gift. Lowe’s has a great selection of cacti and succulents with Cash Back.

Finishing Touches

Help your BFFs top off their spring style with a few lovely baubles on a budget. Score simple jewelry pieces and accessories at stores like Old Navy and Claire’s in the spring colors and styles they need to stay on trend.

Fancy Feasts

Ditch the empty calories of candy and treat your main ladies to artisanal foods like cheeses, caviars, cured meats and more. Check out our gourmet foods section to find stores that offer high-end nibbles with Cash Back.

Spirited Away

If your friends appreciate a good bottle of wine, why not add that to your grown up Easter basket ideas? Find great selections at Wine Insiders, Direct Wines or Wine Library. Or you can give them a cute way to sneak a sip during the hubbub of family festivities with this adorable bunny flask from Etsy.