Skip The Store – Here Are 8 Everyday Products That Are Better Bought Online
Loathe lugging heavy items around the supermarket or simply too busy to even visit one? Well, your weekly supermarket shopping doesn’t have to be a struggle when you can sit in front of your computer to check the best prices of the items you need. You can even save some money on public transport fares or taxi when you purchase in bulk.
Whether you are a busy career women or a bachelor wanting to spend time at the bar instead of the supermarket, we sussed out a list of everyday products that are better bought online.
1. Toilet paper/Tissues
Think necessities, and you definitely have toilet paper and tissues up on the list. These household essentials are used daily, so why not buy it in bulk online and get it delivered to your doorstep? You’ll save lugging these bulky rolls of toilet paper up the public transport. Just make sure you have some extra room in your store to load them up.
Purchase Red Mart’s house brand of 3-Ply luxuriously soft toilet tissue at only $4.70 as compared to buying at FairPrice Supermarket for Kleenex at $6.95 with similar 3-Ply 220 sheets per roll. Red Mart’s house brand is definitely more affordable and gets you much more savings!
Where to purchase:
Redmart (Purchase a min of $30 for free delivery)
Honestbee (Purchase a min of $30 for free delivery. $12 off your first order with min $100 spent)
Purchase any three 600ml Kirei Kirei Body Foam Refill at $5.40 each and get $5.05 off the total amount at FairPrice Online, offer valid till 7th September 2016. As compared to Red Mart, 600ml Kirei Kirei Body Foam Refill retails online at $4.25, thus buying more quantities at FairPrice Online is a better option which saves you $1.60!
Where to purchase:
Redmart (Purchase a min of $30 for free delivery)
Honestbee (Purchase a min of $30 for free delivery. $12 off your first order with min $100 spent)
Zalora (Purchase a min of $40 for free delivery. Enjoy 20% off using Citi Rewards card – Use code: “CITISTYLE20”, All other Citi credit cards enjoy 18% 0ff – Use code: “CITISTYLE18”)
3. Detergent
Doing laundry may be a chore to some, especially with the need to purchase heavy bags of detergent powder. Why not order your detergent online and settle this tedious task easily. You’ll save the hassle of lugging those heavy bags around the supermarket and get them delivered right to you.
Where to purchase:
Redmart (Purchase a min of $30 for free delivery)
Honestbee (Purchase a min of $30 for free delivery. $12 off your first order with min $100 spent)
Save up to $24.70 when you purchase in bulk from Red Mart. Their Huggies Ultra Diapers M retails online for $50.15 for 3 packs of 64 diapers as compared to Honest Bee which retails at $24.95 for 1 pack of 64 diapers. Other brands such as Pampers, MamyPoko and Merries has great savings when you purchase in bulk from Red Mart.
Where to purchase:
Redmart (Purchase a min of $30 for free delivery)
Honestbee (Purchase a min of $30 for free delivery. $12 off your first order with min $100 spent)
Purchase 3 bottles of vitamins at Watsons for 33% off your total price. As compared to Redmart, Honestbee and Guardian, Watsons’s deal is a great saver!
Where to purchase: Do you know you can shop for condoms and lubricants online? Buying online makes the process much easier with you being able to slowly browse through and purchase the best condom for yourself or partner. The obvious reason to shop online for this intimate product is also for privacy, and to avoid any embarrassment. You won’t need to be standing at the store to decide what you need, when getting them online is so much easier. Order from Honestbee for same day delivery. If you’re not in a rush, slowly browse through the different types of Durex condoms on Redmart. Prices for both Redmart and Honestbee are the same. Where to purchase: Get into the habit of changing toothbrushes 2 to 4 times per year. Toothbrushes tend to contain bacteria and it’s always good to have a new, fresh toothbrush storing in the cabinet. Other hygiene care products are also available purchased online. With its long shelf life, you need not worry about the toothpaste or mouth wash expiry dates. Buy 2 get 1 free at Honestbee when you purchase Colgate Fresh Cool Mint Toothpaste (175g) at $6.40. As compared to Redmart, its 250g Colgate Fresh Cool Mint Toothpaste retails online at $4.10 for 1 box. Honestbee definitely saves more when you purchase 2 boxes. Where to purchase: Homenoffice provides a large range of office needs from stationary to printer inks and other office equipments as compared to Redmart and Honestbee. Bulk purchases at Homenoffice sets you for great discounts. For example, Double A Copier Paper 70gsm A4 cost $5.90 at Honestbee, while at Homenoffice they retail online at $3.50. If you purchase 50 qualities and above Homenoffice offers a bulk price of $3.15 each. Where to purchase:
6. Durex
Redmart (Purchase a min of $30 for free delivery)
Honestbee (Purchase a min of $30 for free delivery. $12 off your first order with min $100 spent)7. Toothpaste and Tooth Brush
Redmart (Purchase a min of $30 for free delivery
Honestbee (Purchase a min of $30 for free delivery. $12 off your first order with min $100 spent )
Redmart (Purchase a min of $30 for free delivery)
Honestbee (Purchase a min of $30 for free delivery. $12 off your first order with min $100 spent)
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Beerfest Asia 2016 – Bottoms Up To Your Favourite Beers & More!
Nothing can be better than spending your weekend having a good cold beer, chilling out to live music and comedy acts, and playing exciting games! This 16 to 19 June, Beerfest Asia returns for its 8th edition featuring over 500 international brews from more than 35 exhibitors. Drop by Marina Promenade’s waterfront and be ready to taste, sample, and compare craft brews around the world.
Don’t fret if you’re not a beer lover, there’s something for everyone at Beerfest Asia 2016! Read on to know more about the exciting events happening during this four-day booze extravaganza, an event definitely not to be missed!
You’ll get to sample over 500 beers
At Beerfest Asia, visitors can expect the largest selection of over 500 international beers from more than 35 exhibitors. To help you out with the wide array of selections, beer sampling platters are available from $8 per platter. Each platter has six portions (50ml each) of beer. Be ready to pick up a reusable sampling glass from any exhibitors and be on your way to taste as many beers and ciders as you can! This is a good way to find out what you like before chugging down on its bottles. Click 
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At Beerfest Asia, you’ll never go hungry. Good food is necessary to pair with those cold beers, ciders and spirits. To feed your hungry pangs, an extensive selection of delicious grub and treats are available from Harry’s, Mr & Mrs Maxwell’s and Tiger’s Milk.
Be spoilt for choice as you chomp on a wide range of snacks from Mr & Mrs Maxwell’s popular wings to Tiger’s Milk Peruvian Para Picars.
Not to be missed tribute acts and local bands
Once you’ve filled up on those good beers, head down to one of the three music stages featuring 30 International tribute acts, local bands and DJs. Sing along to your favourite rock ballads and classic hits at the Rock Marquee while you enjoy internationally acclaimed beers. If you are looking for a more chill out atmosphere, the Blue Marquee is the place for you. Surrounded with craft beers from around the globe, relax as you unwind to the blue vibes. Newest to the festival is the Electronic Marquee with an all-female DJ line up to get you partying and dancing through the night.
With non-stop music at all hours of the festival, you’re guaranteed of good entertainment and vibes! Be sure to drop by all the different marquees to discover different beers. Click 
If you’re in for a laugh, make your way to the Comedy Lounge on site. Catch comedy acts Lars Callieous, Wes Zaharuk from Canada, and regional acts as well as our local heroes. The prefect way to destress and enjoy your weekend.
Tickets to Comedy Show are priced at $28 (in the form of Beerfest Currency).
Enjoy a fun time of pub games
Once you’re full, entertained, and satisfied, gather your friends for a fun time of pub games. From a game of Beer Pong to Darts and Pool Ball, fight to fierce competition or simply enjoy a friendly match to begin with. You’ll have a ball of a time!
Kids get their own fair share of fun too
On Sunday, The Comedy Lounge will be turned into a recreational room for 3 to 12 years old kids. An indoor bouncy castle and art & crafts activities will be available. The area will be all supervised by the Beerfest Asia crew. So don’t worry, enjoy a couple of beers while you leave your kids in the good hands of the crew!
Do note that a $10 (in the form of Beerfest Currency) fee is required and the last kid must be picked up by 6pm sharp! Parents are able to enter the Brew Kids Playard for free if they’d like to accompany their children.
Beerfest Asia – Details
There’s no better way to bring on the weekend than having a nice cold pint of beer and some good company. With so many choices of beer to choose from, it can be confusing, but whether you’re a seasoned beer drinker or a tippling amateur, Beerfest is definitely the festival you must visit! Soak up the fun and be entertained by live music and comedians, we’re sure you’ll be in for a good time.
For more information, visit their official 
Getting there
Via MRT: Alight at Circle Line’s Promenade Station. Exit via A.
By Car: Park at Singapore Flyer’s Car park (Limited lots available). Other car parks to consider are Marina Square, Suntec City and Millenia Walk.
By Taxi: Drop off at the taxi stand of Singapore Flyer and take a 3 minute walk.
16 to 19 June (Thu-Sun)
Admission: From $25 for a one-day advance pass to $180 for a one-day VIP Package.
Festival Hours: Thu 6pm-1am, Fri 6pm-2am, Sat 3pm-2am, Sun 2pm-10pm
Location: Marina Promenade
Beerfest Asia is presented by Redmart. The festival honours and recognises the very best beer in the industry. Click here for Redmart’s extensive selection of alcohol available for delivery.
(All images are from Beerfest Asia official website and Facebook, otherwise stated)
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