Petfinder.com, an online database of adoptable pets, launched a free iPhone application earlier this month (it’s also available for the iPod Touch). The app will determine your location via the GPS on your phone and then show you available pets in your area. You can sort results by species, breed, age, size and gender. You can also bookmark your favorite pets and quickly access contact information and directions to the shelter or rescue group where animals are located. Download the app at itunes.com/appstore.

Posted by Emily Hendricks Turnier, Associate Editor

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Who doesn’t want a wardrobe makeover? But more importantly, who actually can afford it? Now you have the chance to treat yourself to a whole new look this spring, thanks to Acuvue, the contact lenses experts.

One lucky contestant will win the grand prize of $10,000. Even if you don’t hit the jackpot, you can get a free trial pair certificate of Acuvue contact lenses and a chance to win daily prizes of $100. Not bad, right?

Log onto trycomfort.com or text SPRING to 228883 by April 30th to win. Good luck!

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Posted by Tomoko Takeda, Senior Beauty Editor

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*  Don’t pay for your next bottle of body wash—get one for free. It’s a sample of Olay’s new Total Effects body wash, which fights seven signs of aging while making your skin super smooth.

*  Even if you’re not suffering from colds and allergies now, why not stock up on something that will help the next time you are congested? Sign up for a free sample of Breathe Right strips—they aren’t just for those who snore!

*  Freshen up your home with a free trial kit from Febreze; it includes Febreze Air Effects, Febreze Fabric Refreshener and a Swiffer Dry Cloth.

*  Snap up a free sample of Downy Ultra fabric softener, courtesy of Sam’s Club (but no membership is required).

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Moms are you ready? On Monday, February 22 you can join the Mom Are You Ready Twitter Party to discuss how to handle those challenging conversations between mother and daughter, as well as enter to win some great prizes—including a $250 gift card.  You’ll also be able to snag a free First Period Kit from event sponsor Kotex, which includes a cute bag packed with product samples, plus great tips and advice.

Check out the party details below:

Date: Monday, February 22 2010
Time: 8 p.m. – 9 p.m. EST
Location: #MomsSupport
Host: @Resourcefulmom

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*  Want whiter teeth? Try out Crest’s 3D Whitestrips for free, and get a brighter smile, fast!

*  Snap up a free sample of AXE Shower Gel for men, courtesy of Sam’s Club. (But you don’t have to be a member!) Thanks for the tip, Money Saving Mom.

*  If you’re a fan of Burt’s Bees products for lips, give their natural toothpastes a test drive. Sign up for a free sample here.

*  Heyitsfree.net has the details about snagging a sample of Lever2000 soap, but heads up: you need a Costco ID member to get one.

* Bargain Briana posted a great reminder that free tax preparation is out there! Check out Turbo Tax, Tax Act, or H&R Block at Home

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Have a video game lover in the house? Head over to walmart.com to pre-order Madden NFL 11 (they’ll ship it to you when it’s released on Aug. 20, 2010), and you’ll get a free $20 online-only gift card redeemable at walmart.com. Hurry, the gift card is only available while supplies last! Check it out here: http://tinyurl.com/yhzyjh8.

Posted by Emily Hendricks Turnier, Associate Editor

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Pamper yourself at home with a creamy lotion from Bath & Body Works Signature Collection. One of our favorites is Coconut Lime Verbena. Enriched with nourishing shea and jojoba butters it’s heaven-sent for dry skin. And the coconut smell will have you counting down to warmer days.

Deal: Buy 3, Get 2 Free on Signature Collection @ Bath & Body Work

Code: No code needed

Expires: 2/21/10

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*  Snag a free delicious snack from Kashi.com; choose from one of the following: GoLean Crisp Toasted Berry Crumble cereal, TLC Dark Chocolate Coconut Fruit & Grain bar and GoLean Crunch! Honey Almond Flax cereal.

*  What are your dinner plans tonight? Sign up for Chili’s email club and receive a free welcome gift of chips and queso within 48 hours of registration!

* Free Sample Momma’s got the scoop on a “two treats for the price of one” deal at Dairy Queen stores. Click for more information!

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* Freesamplemomma.com posted details about a free cookbook you can receive from Karo Syrup, including 45 recipes for any time of year. 

* Need to fax a computer document right away, but don’t have a fax machine? Rather than waste gas on driving to an office supply store and then pay to fax it, upload it to myfax.com/free/ to send it at no cost.

* Enter your info here to receive a free two-pack sample of Purex Complete 3-in-1 Laundry Sheets. Just drop a sheet into the washer to activate its detergent, softener and anti-static powers, then transfer to the dryer along with the clothes.

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Love T.G.I. Friday’s? Go to tgifridays.com and sign up for their Give Me More Stripes rewards program. It’s free to register, and when you sign up, they’ll send you a coupon for a free appetizer or dessert and a “jump the line” pass that lets you go to the front of the line instead of waiting for a table. Then, for every $100 you spend, you’ll receive a coupon for $8 off an entrée, dessert or appetizer. You’ll also receive a complimentary dessert during your birthday month. Just give your card to your server every time you dine. Learn more at tgifridays.com/gmms/givememorestripes.aspx.

Thanks to Rachel at survivingthestores.com for the tip!

Posted by Emily Hendricks Turnier, associate editor

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