Sampling. When a company offers product samples, it’s like the company is making an investment in their client and saying, “Look, we want you to try it before you purchase it or spend the $20. But we’re sure you’re going to be happy. That’s why we’re giving you this generous sample.” And next thing I know, I’m buying the product! Sampling is a great way to test certain things. Obviously, some products require full-on commitment. But take moisturizer, for example. You can get a good sample of moisturizer, try it out and maybe it works for your skin. It may not. Or you may not like the routine. I always tell people: You have to find a routine that works for your lifestyle. I have two dogs. I go out a lot. I’m always doing stuff and doing it quickly. I need items I can keep in my bag to give myself my own “zhuzhing up,” as they call it.

Hand cream. Now we’re sterilizing our hands constantly and using antiseptics. I found that my hands were continually dry. So I started using hand cream, and it’s great. But it has to be a really good hand cream—not one that’s oily or sticky. Because some, you put them on, and they linger on your hands. Then you leave streaks on everything you touch.