1. Costco-branded (Kirkland) products
2. Cheap charging cables/adapters
You don’t need to spend a fortune on brand-name charging accessories for your tech, but make sure they’re certified. A cheap and poorly built charger can not only damage your device but can catch fire. Tap or click here to check out some safer options.
3. Cosmetics
How well do you trust a product that you apply to your face? Knockoff cosmetics are often not subjected to extensive testing, so the side effects are up in the air. The FBI previously found some counterfeit products to contain carcinogens like arsenic, beryllium and cadmium, in addition to high levels of aluminum and even bacteria.
4. Ikea products
5. Batteries
6. Google (and some Apple) tech
7. Medicine/Supplements
No matter where you get your medicine and supplements, check with your doctor first. With that said, be very careful when buying them online. They are subject to markups, but even worse, they can contain unlisted shady ingredients. You’re better off sticking with your favorite pharmacy. Tap or click here for more tips on buying supplements.
8. Trader Joe’s Products
9. Household staples
While it’s important to get the essentials you need during the pandemic, you can still price shop. The 2020 shortage isn’t really an issue for products such as toilet paper, paper towels and masks, so run price comparisons on other sites like Walmart and Target.
10. Name brand clothing
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