7 Everyday Essentials That Cost Less at Dollar Tree Than Anywhere Else
Even though Dollar Tree has had to raise its flagship price to $1.25, they're still an overall bargain. Household items, health and beauty products, party supplies and more can be found at a deep discount compared to department or specialty stores.
Amid potential tariff increases and general inflation threatening your budget and grocery bill at every turn, it may be time to stock up on some essentials without paying more than you should. For example, here are seven items that are always cheaper at Dollar Tree.
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1. Hair Accessories
Bargain lovers with long hair love buying Dollar Tree accessories designed to pin or tie up their locks. For just $1.25, you can get hair ties bundles, multiple headbands or barrettes. You can also find great deals on brushes and combs, shampoo and even hair color for both men and women.
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2. Gift Wrap
Have you ever felt like you spend more on gift wrap than on the actual gifts? Gift bags, tissue paper, wrapping paper and bows can put a dent in your budget if you buy them at the drugstore or card shop. At Dollar Tree, however, you can get gift bags, sheets of colored tissue paper or jumbo glittery bows at the incredibly affordable price point.
3. First Aid Supplies
First aid supplies are important to have in case of an emergency, but they can often go unused. While it makes sense to keep them on hand, there's no reason to pay for expensive name brands. Pick up a portable first aid kit for the car, ice bags, exam gloves, triple antibiotic ointment and many more supplies at Dollar Tree for less.
4. Sticky Notes
The ubiquitous sticky note has gone from the office to the home to the classroom. Dollar Tree has deals on all colors, shapes and sizes of sticky notes, from classic yellow 3 x 3 squares to assorted pastel colors and notes shaped like hearts and stars.
5. Paper Plates and Plastic Cups
Whether you're having a picnic or a backyard family reunion for 50 people, you don't want to blow your whole budget on disposable cups and plates. Head to Dollar Tree for red party cups, insulated beverage cups or mini 2-ounce red Solo cups for just $1.25. Plain white paper plates are also available -- or choose plastic plates for the same low price.
6. Toothbrushes and Toothpaste
Some Dollar Tree items are generic forms of national brands, so you need to verify the quality is equivalent. However, when it comes to toothpaste, you can find brands like Colgate, Crest, UltraBrite and more. Some products are travel sizes, which, at $1.25, are still a better deal than the drugstore
As with toothpaste, you can get generic toothbrushes in packs of two or three for $1.25, or a single Colgate brand brush for that price. Either way, toothbrushes at Dollar Tree are a bargain.
7. Light Bulbs
Here's a great idea -- light bulbs are one of those items most consumers buy infrequently, so you may not notice the price creeping up. However, you should always buy them at Dollar Tree for this very reason. They sells LED bulbs, nightlights, flashlights, tap lights and more for far less than department stores.
Caitlyn Moorhead contributed to the reporting for this article.
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