We went shopping for some pet food bowls at the store. We first went to the pet aisle, where an extra large stainless steel pet food bowl was $15. We then went to the baking aisle, and purchased an extra large mixing bowl for $5. Same product, different label.
I was reminded of this fact just this morning at the grocery store. I was looking at some organic coconut oil in the bath and body section. I have been wanting to try some out as a natural conditioner and moisturizer. At $14.99 for 8 ounces, I skipped that purchase.
I went down a few aisles to the organic packaged food section, and came across a jar of organic coconut oil. It had simple cooking directions, along with a few tips to use as a bath and body product. The price? $8.99 for 14 ounces.
I didn't buy either at the grocery store, because I bought this one
instead. The price is $5.94 with the subscribe and save (you can cancel the subscription after your item is shipped).Another item I have noticed a huge difference in price is sunblock.
Infant mineral sunscreen: $40 here or you can buy Physicians Formula SPF 50
healthy wear powder for $8.95. These have the same active ingredients, the makeup version is just cheaper. If you have coupons, you can often purchase the Physicians Formula at Target for about $8.*I realize the Physicians Formula is not made for children, but here's how I see it: I would rather have something that I can easily put onto my children's faces to provide sun protection, then to use a lotion sunblock that I would not be able to put on thoroughly, or that they might get into their eyes or mouth. I use a makeup brush, and swipe it down their faces and across their noses before we head out the door.
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What items have you noticed are marketed in two different categories, with different prices?
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