Perfume dupes at Home Bargains – would you double downshift to save up to 98%?

We've always been a fan of downshifting at MSE, where you switch from brands to much cheaper ‘dupes’ – lookalike products, where often even the packaging is similar to the expensive brand. Now I'm challenging you to 'downshift the downshifters' and swap your favourite £4 Lidl or £6 Aldi perfume dupe for a £1.25 or £2 version at Home Bargains. Will you take the double downshift challenge?

How to bag a FREE £10 face mask, and other skincare rewards for recycling

Most of us want to do our bit to help the planet, yet beauty products often come in packaging that isn't easily recycled. You might not know, however, that a few big brands will reward you with freebies or discounts for returning your empty containers.

How kids can earn a Blue Peter badge to bag free entry to 200+ attractions

When you think about Blue Peter, whatever your age, its highly coveted pin badges likely spring to mind. You might assume they're hard to get hold of, but with a bit of effort, kids can earn a badge fairly easily...

Psssst! ‘SECRET’ Office & Schuh outlets flogging cheap, slightly blemished shoes

Nothing beats the feeling of a new pair of shoes, but this can quickly turn into heartache if they get scuffed the first time you wear them. So why not save yourself the misery (and some dosh) with a pair that isn't quite immaculate in the first place?

MSE Cheap Prosecco Taste Test 2023

If you've got a special occasion on the horizon, you might have a celebratory drink on your mind. We tested nine cheap bottles of prosecco to discover which supermarket fizz reigns supreme in our MSE Cheap Prosecco Taste Test 2023.

£20 off running shoes when you recycle your old ones

If you're a runner, you probably fall into one of two camps  the 'shoes stack' camp, where you rack up multiple pairs, or the 'run in the same shoes until they disintegrate' camp. Either way, you'll be pleased to know you can trade in your stinky sneakers for £20 off a brand new pair. Not only will you save money, but your old shoes won't end up in landfill.

Save on brand-new clothes... by buying 'em second-hand

Second-hand shopping has grown in popularity, both online and in charity shops. But what some don't realise is that you can often find BRAND-NEW clothing on second-hand sites. Not only can this save you £££s, but it's a more sustainable option for the planet too.

50+ beauty dupes for big brands including Charlotte Tilbury, Chanel, and Fenty

At MSE, we’ve challenged you to ‘downshift’ your grocery shop for years (check our Downshifting Guide), but you can also save on make-up and beauty products by downshifting from brands to much cheaper ‘dupes’ – lookalike products, where often even the packaging is similar to the expensive brand.

MSE Easter egg taste test 2023

100 tasters, seven Easter eggs – it's the biggest ever MSE taste test. With Easter fast approaching, we decided to bring back our popular (with both readers and MSE staff) taste test. Which Easter egg will come out on top? Hop to it and make your guesses now.

11 extreme beauty MoneySavers – will you try them?

Beauty – is it in the eye of the beholder, or hand of the cardholder? As the cost of lotions and potions adds up, along with their environmental impact, I've put together 11 cheap and easy beauty tips and tricks so you can avoid spending more than you need. Some of these tips are a bit extreme so I know they might not be up everyone's street, but let's see how many of them you'll give a go...