Here's the problem with these plans. They entice you into buying the product with a "low intro rate or trial period" this is done on the front page and in big bold print. But they bury the terms in a link.
OK if you are so sure of your product why not list the terms on the front page and let everyone see them when they see the ad.
But they don't do this because they are banking on people NOT reading the fine print and then not looking at their bank statements to see that these products are being charged to their account. Just pick one of these companies and google it with the words complaint and you will see tons of sites that show these people pissed off because they have spent huge amounts, simply because they didn't read the fine print.
I fault both sides - The consumer should always read the fine print on EVERYTHING they sign up for.
I know from experience because I once signed up for a freebie site (it was recommended by a relative) and while I was filling it out I missed the box that said "I agree to let my name be given to interested companies". that was a nightmare within a day the house phone was ringing constantly. I told each and everyone of them to never call me again.
Had each of those pissed off consumer read the fine print and followed the instructions (which is whole other can of worms) they wouldn't be out the money.
I also fault the company for using such advertising. Yes it's gives you all the fine print but they make you hunt for the fine print.
The best advice is to read every single link about the offer. Print it out. Follow their instructions if you don't want the product. OR just go to ebay and buy it there first. BUT make sure you check dates of expiration.
Here's the products I've found so far.
Mineral Simplicity
This is Mineral Simplicity.
AD says TRY IT FOR A $1.
HERES -What they tell you when you follow the link :
Terms of Offer Summary: By ordering today you will receive a 60-day supply of Mineral Simplicity™ Introductory Mineral Makeup Kit for a 15-day Trial for just $1.00, plus a shipping and handling fee of up to $9.32 (Trial and s&h fees are non-refundable). In addition, you will also be enrolled in the Mineral Simplicity™ Beauty Club. If you do not cancel your Club membership within 15 days from the date of shipment and return the unused portion of your 60-day supply (Makeup and Accessories) in accordance with the Returns and Refunds Policy you will be charged $127.32 for the Introductory Mineral Makeup Kit, and continue to be charged every month at the Club price of $28.32 plus s&h (on the month the product ships) to the same credit or debit card used at sign-up for each 60-day supply shipped about every 60 days until you cancel. You must obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization number and pay shipping costs to return your product. You can cancel anytime by contacting customer service via phone at 1-877-218-4593 or by clicking here to cancel online. Your order will be delivered by the United States Postal Service. Your shipment should arrive within the next 3 to 5 business days. Click here to read the full Terms of Offer.
So if you are ok with being charged 127.32 for this kit listed above. Then by all means go for it.
OR you can buy mine and then decide if you want to continue to use their product. Mines' listed at 29.99 plus shipping which I think is a fair price for mineral makeup.
Mineral Elements by Eden
This company is set up just like the above company. Only I can't find any evidence of them being online. The card that came with the kit only shows a phone number to call. But from the reports I've seen this company operates the same way as the above.
So your choice 29.99 or 128.00
Make sure you check all my auctions because as I find these types of products I will make them available on ebay.
There are a ton of these type of plans out there and everyone is jumping on the band wagon. I even seen Target now using a subscription program pricing. PLEASE PLEASE make sure you read the fine print.
And if you don't take anything else away from this post , please take this. READ EVERY FINE PRINT DETAIL WHEN SIGNING UP FOR ANYTHING.
Want to see what I'm talking about, check out the above companies at
www.complaintsboard.com
www.pissedconsumer.com
www.complaints.com
www.ripoffreport.com
better yet check out www.bbb.org
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