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In light of the economic downturn, have you been more or less likely to try new products?

The economy has many of us thinking about our product purchase decisions.  Are we buying the right products at the best price?  We were curious to hear if you are re-evaluating your purchase decisions in light of the economic downturn?

Please tell us!  We want to know what you think.

Less likely - I'm sticking to tried-and-true favorites, this is not a time to experiment (12.5%)

Equally likely - The economy hasn't changed my love of trying new things (44.0%)

More likely - I like trying new, less expensive alternatives to cut back (43.5%)

In light of the economic downturn, have you been more or less likely to try new products?
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  • Josie101 By Josie101
    on Mar 25, 2009  

    I have my favorite products that are must haves but i will & have tried less expensive products or products that offer a coupon to save money.I do get excited sometimes when a new beauty product that really interests me comes out for sale. :)

  • pspmom By pspmom
    on Mar 25, 2009  

    I love to try new items the economy won't deter me from shopping for what I need. It all depends on the product and how much it costs. We are watching what we spend but it won't stop me from getting something I need.

  • Skyyblue77 By Skyyblue77
    on Mar 25, 2009  

    With the economey the way it has been I have switched from using Lancome foundation to Cover Girl.. and let me tell you I love it! So much better and cheaper for that part. I am also trying more generic stuff at the stores and am completely happy with my stuff that I purchase.

  • nathaliep By nathaliep
    on Mar 25, 2009  

    for me its half half..i like some products i wouldnt change but im now more open to trying out other products that could also save me some money.

  • marylynn76 By marylynn76
    on Mar 25, 2009  

    I agree with thebutlerdidit that products have to be the best quality that I bring in to my home that I can afford. I myself have been looking for products that are family friendly. I use coupons where ever I can on products that are usually too high for me to buy and get them cheaper that way.

  • synesthesia By synesthesia
    on Mar 25, 2009  

    I look for products now that are similar than what I have been using, but for a better price than I have been paying. However, I wont pay less for something if the quality is lacking.

  • 74linclon By 74linclon
    on Mar 25, 2009  

    If i find a product i like that works well i stick with it Instead of buying something cheaper. cause if i dont like the product or it does nt work I am out that money and end up buying the product i like.so i end up spending more

  • mylttlggs By mylttlggs
    on Mar 25, 2009  

    In today's economy I feel you have to be inventive with budgeting, so I will try new things if they are cheaper most of the time because who knows, they may just work and be a viable alternative.

  • msfriendly By msfriendly
    on Mar 25, 2009  

    I've tried more of the "off" brands, such as store brands at the grocery store. I've saved money and found that these brands, in most cases, are as good as the name brand. In a few instances, I've liked the store brand better! I've also become a label reader and really looked for the "origin" of the product. I will not buy fish from China; I could hardly believe where some of our food is coming from once I really started reading labels..I'ts the good ol' USA that I want to support!

  • RachieIvy By RachieIvy
    on Mar 25, 2009  

    I'm not a huge spender on trying everything new under the sun anyhow, so it was easy to maintain what I was spending. A lot of what I try that is "new" is low-risk because the price points are not that high... makeup or skin care, things like that. I am more attracted than ever to bargains, however! I'm not stupid.