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3. SAMPLING: Try a subscription box for little “tastes” of high-end goodies

Subscription boxes are the new black. They’re popping up everywhere, for everything from cosmetics to clothes to pet food. At the low end, you can nab a subscription box for as little as $10 per month. Ipsy is a popular option in this price range, and is known for providing high-end make-up (sometimes full-size products!).

It’s like receiving a present in the mail each month, and you’ll typically save substantially over the retail cost of the individual items, so you can flash those products on Instagram and no one will be the wiser.