Free Shampoo Samples

Why Should I Sample Shampoo?

Samples of beauty products are everywhere these days. Companies are constantly introducing innovative, new products, and they recognize that consumers are much more likely to invest in something if they have a chance to try it for a reasonable period of time.

Hair care product samples are incredibly easy to find. A quick search will reveal a number of different products available in sample sizes, ranging from shampoos and conditioners to gels and mousses. Sampling is just a great way to get a feel for a product before splurging on the regular size version. You'll have the opportunity to determine whether or not it works for you. No use wasting money, right?

Finding Free Shampoo Samples

The internet is teeming with websites dedicated to the almighty free sample hunt. Many shampoo samples are packaged in small bottles, usually weighing in at one ounce. For individuals with long hair, this may be just enough for a single wash, but those with shorter hair may be able to squeeze out extra uses.

Other samples are packaged in slim packets, which typically hold just under an ounce of product. You might find these packets attached inside magazines (note that you're more likely to get magazine samples like these if you're a subscriber – newsstand issues rarely contain them), or you might receive them directly from the company via mail. Often, they're included with full-size products as part of a special promotion.

A Minor Disadvantage

If you sign up for a product sample online, you'll probably encounter some fine print which dictates that you allow the company to send you promotional mailings in the future. Usually there is a choice to opt in or out of these mailings, so you're not automatically stuck with an inbox or mailbox full of unwanted mail. However, in some cases, companies do not offer this option. If this occurs and you definitely don't want to receive any promotional mail from the company, be sure to unsubscribe (legally, all companies must offer this option in their emails).

If you do opt in, you'll receive everything from coupons and new product announcements to basic advertisements and discount opportunities.

Get Started!

These sites offer a rotating selection of samples, and there's almost always a shampoo and conditioner set available. Keep them bookmarked and check back regularly – you never know what you'll find!

DealofDay

At DealofDay's freebie page, you're guaranteed to find shampoo and conditioner samples in the endless list of goodies. The list is updated by forum members who scour the internet in search of the newest freebies. Be quick, though – most of the good samples go fast!

StyleForFree

With a name like that, you can bet that StyleForFree is loaded with great hair, skin, and cosmetic freebies. Keep a close watch on this page, as it's updated frequently. New samples are marked with an asterisk.

Walmart

Click over to Walmart's "FREE Samples" page for a regularly updated list of samples available by mail. Past free shampoo samples include John Frieda Frizz Ease, Head and Shoulders, and Dove. The process here is simple: Just fill out your contact information. You may also be able to select which type of sample you'd like to order.

Hair Care Companies

Don't forget about the hair care companies themselves. Many of them offer samples directly via their websites.

• Dove: Click on "Offers," then "Free Samples" and take a peek at what's available.
• Herbal Essences: Click on "Special Offers and News" for occasional sample offers.
• Sunsilk: If samples are available, you'll find them by clicking here.

Other Uses for Samples

Samples are great for traveling.

If you find yourself suddenly drowning in samples of all kinds, consider using them for other purposes instead of filling your shower with bottles and packets galore. Add them to a care package for a college student living away from home, use them while traveling, or donate a box full of them to someone who is truly in need. Many schools have charity drives and will accept sample sized products, or local homeless or women’s shelters may be able to put them to good use.

You may find yourself addicted to sampling hair care products once your mailbox begins to fill up! Keep a close eye on the sites where you find the best free shampoo samples and you'll always have something new to try.