The Best (and Worst) Things to Buy at a Dollar Store

Dollar stores have come a long way over the years (hello groceries!). While this is awesome for anyone looking to save big bucks, there are some things you should know before you shop.
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[@susiepoo51]

Apparently Rachel loves to hear her own voice....often 😳

[@cleanfreak2005]

I could only listen for 2 minutes and then I wanted to just yell, "Rachel ! Shut up and stop interrupting ! You're being so rude !!"

[@catlockhart6965]

She does this on every show no matter the guest. I agree that she is very rude by talking over her guests.

[@disneyme7110]

She is extremely rude with her annoying voice, it's like she needs all the attention focused on her

[@Kellz_Kellz]

I agree so cringy!!!

[@shariemory66]

Omg! Rachel is the worst! She's got the finesse of a lumber jack! 😣

[@margaretayers3396]

Buzzy'sHelper queen q

[@mrs.oh_lala859]

I like Rachel ray, but she always interrupts her guest. it gets annoying to watch.

[@Trainy2]

To be fair, the lady was just saying common sense tips that we should use at any store.

[@TheFeliceSkye]

Yes, she does and it is. She can't just let the expert be the expert. geez.

[@blancaavila2805]

Mrs. oh _lala

[@benmasterz2348]

She also turned into a whale, she used to be hot....WHAT HAPPENED??????

[@jacquelineamoroso2506]

@@benmasterz2348 she said, while grabbing the ponytail bands, that she goes to the gym everyday. NOT???

[@jmarylastone]

now I remember why I quit watching Rachel Ray

[@butterflypeekaboo]

jmarylastone I just started her video, and I’m going quit right after this.

[@Pisces3139]

The woman doesn’t shut her mouth for a minute.... and keeps interrupting.....

[@KidRocker44]

Omg I don't know why Rachel even bothers having experts or guests on her show. She won't let them get a word in!

[@GrandpaMaxGaming]

I know this is 4 years old but I couldn't agree more

[@amydoran9987]

Yes. She constantly interrupts.

[@pamh.5705]

Am I the only one? To me, Family Dollar, Dollar General, etc., are NOT "dollar stores"!!! It's only "the dollar store" if EVERYTHING there is $1.00 or less!!! Just sticking the word 'dollar' in the name does not make it a DOLLAR STORE!!!

[@aquilaclark814]

Exactly..

[@FluffiestBunBuns]

I agree. Dollar tree/99 cent store are the only dollar stores

[@lovemuffin1963]

Forgiveness. Can you imagine? Not any more the .99 store has tons of stuff over a buck.

[@missylynne7944]

No but thats what they hope for... Like me going into a dollar general and finding out nothing was a dollar... we had 2 dollar stores... then one day I went and was told everything was a $1.39 but for 3 weeks they kept the sandwich board out on the 4 way calling it the dollar store... they walked that sign out every day so they knew they were deceptive... So I went in told them they needed to remove their sign or change the price... Or I would hold them to the signs $1. price... then they decided to up their prices again.. starting at $1.39 and up to $5.99... it pissed me off what I bought for a buck was now $3.99 i walked out empty handed... they sold cheap trash birthday prize gifts and lot and lot of off brand plastic... havent been back in a few years...

[@strawberryfields2680]

Agree, Dollar Tree is a true $1.00 store.

[@Alisha2022]

I love Rach she usually has really good content but she takes over the segments a lot. You have experts come on because of their knowledge, let them share Rach

[@CourtneyFrazer]

I love dollar tree for crafting and DIY projects; however, I am always careful when it comes to anything else. It's also a great place for cards or party supplies!

[@nathaliejiron4609]

This video truly gave me anxiety. Rachel is so Rude. I would never watch her show. Extremely annoying. I'm just so shocked.

[@disneyme7110]

Nathalie Jiron ....I used to watch her cooking show and that other one she had that was called $40 a day, oh my God, her voice got to be so irritating and annoying, I felt like something was crawling under my skin, had to stop watching. She is rude and obnoxious and just a plain smartass.

[@theninth5691]

Nathalie Jiron y'all are some sensitive pussies lol. I didn't even notice the interruptions till I read comments. Guess I was too focused on content lol. Ppl r so easily thrown for a loop these days lol

[@laurenmyers6152]

Yeah, she is so annoying and conceited! Also, why does she have to mention her husband so much on her show?

[@rhondacozart3959]

@@disneyme7110 ok

[@danneylarmon8783]

She is doing for the show and she is a good help

[@bmcvr6202]

It's extremely annoying how Rachel Ray interrupts her guests. I can't enjoy the segments because all I hear is Rachel interrupting a guest was perfectly capable of articulating and moving along in the time allotted.

[@kristinareyes1162]

lol, you see her at QVC. She doesn't let the hosts talk at all and its their show.

[@catlady6687]

This is the first time I watched Rachael Ray.. and it will be the last.

[@laughterismed]

I got really confused when the audience applauded when RR picked up the tissues. And they did it again after talking about apples. It's so weird!!!

[@dollsNcats]

I been to the show 2 or 3 times lol they have a person on the side making you clap 😂

[@edreid7872]

Love reading the Rachael doesn't shut up comments..😆

[@berniwomack3153]

There Rachel goes again cutting off her guest person. That's why I stopped watching the show I love her guests I love her ideas but I cannot stand that she doesn't let the person talk she cuts them off so we can't even get the story. Why doesn't somebody tell her she's losing people you don't over talk your guests

[@missylynne7944]

she once had a guest tell her to stop yelling it was getting to him... she said she was excited... but really it is hard to follow when you want to learn the good or bad and time runs out cause she wanted to crack a stupid joke cause she thinks she is funny... Her shows are no longer on our major TV line up...she is falling to the food channel... Sad...but someone at the top sees a waste of time...

[@Ihold8stars]

Key thing to remember when reading labels is that the very 1st Ingredient listed is what makes up the most in that item.

[@johncoops6897]

Key thing to remember when commenting on KZbin is that the comments should have relevance to the video that you posted them under. Hence, this is not the place for sharing your "obscure and random facts".

[@Stefan-ji2ek]

@@johncoops6897 um, it's very much relevant since they touched on it with the "sour cream".

[@tessasmith2484]

Rachel just let the lady speck!!!

[@pennycase8347]

Tessa Smith speck? Lol speak

[@Kelli_D.]

I've been using extension cords from Dollar General, Family Dollar and even the Dollar Tree for 15 or more years Never had a problem with them. they work just as well if not better than the ones from Walmart, Kmart etc. Same with Sun Screen most are name brand just like you'd get at a Pharmacy just lower priced

[@paigeoswald4324]

Kelli Dowdell no doubt they aren't the same brand but they were just saying that the expiration date may be passes and lol I just went to Walmart and we grabbed an extension cord for a dollar

[@paulastrachan4053]

Just look for the UL symbol on the packaging.

[@xibavuitton4248]

They can also kill your $300 iPod too. 😐

[@Eruanne]

*Well for one thing we can buy your entire line of plates and mugs at Dollar Tree now, Rachael, so what do you think that means?*

[@johncoops6897]

It means "shut the fuck up, you stupid obnoxious bitch".

[@carolbenson6524]

I wish Rachel would QUIT interrupting her quests while they talk!!!!

[@sammyc8217]

The packaging tape is a pain in the rear to get started on the roll- lots gets wasted because it splits. I’d much rather pay a little extra and get packaging tape that I actually use all of. 📦

[@gina1433mhrj]

I don't mind watching the last 20 minutes of Rachael's show, she's a wonderful cook. But I so dislike it when she talks over her guests. She had The Property Brothers on not long ago, even with them she had to add her two cents. She should know after being on the air with this show for 12 years, when to to shut up, and when it's time to speak. I'm surprised her staff hasn't drawn it to her attention. Or even her Instagram, Twitter on Face book accounts.

[@vetadunning16]

Oh my gosh, I'm so glad I'm not the only one that wanted to tell RR to shut up. Seriously why bring in a specialist if you're just going to let her and everyone else know what you know. That's annoying.

[@pokemonmastermichele]

PACKING TAPE!! BEST deal by far when I go to the dollar store!

[@Kelli_D.]

As long as it's a decent brand . some of the ones they sell have little to no stickyness to them! 2 Christmases ago I bought the packaging tape on the red slider/cutter thingy ( I don't know what it is called) but it was packaging tape that was decorated towards Christmas - the one I got was Green with white polka dots and one was red and green striped, they don't stick to anything very good not even to their self and i've gotten a few packs of the clear that was useless same with some of the duct tape - it is just hit and miss

[@pamh.5705]

Kelli Dowdell I've never had trouble with the tape, as I recall, but the multi-packs of glue sticks are USELESS!!! No "sticky"at all!!! (edited for typos)

[@amymatusik972]

I always have trouble with the packing tape I buy at the dollar store. It always peels off in pieces.

[@dianecrane3419]

But simetimez you only have $20 to spend and just need some things to hold you over.

[@32rosepetals53]

What would i do without you telling me i need to check expiration dates and fruit mold 😒

[@paigeoswald4324]

jazy 686 right?! And They already have plenty of videos on KZbin of what to buy and not to buy

[@paigeoswald4324]

jazy 686 they didn't need to put it on a TV show

[@garyditmore]

Rachel is a nice lady who works hard

[@nationaldispatchllc958]

Love our local Dollar Tree - lots of great items!

[@sheenestevez6710]

I avoid most off-brand health and beauty products at the dollar store because they are usually made in China and I have difficulty trusting the safety of the products.

[@y2spaceace]

I buy many things at dollar stores like soaps, dental care products, under arm deodorant, dandruff shampoo which actually works, and many food items like a dozen fresh eggs which only cost a dollar. Sometimes dollar stores are not always the cheapest, that’s when I transfer my business to places like Walmart, Save A Lot, Aldi, etc. Dollar stores that you really have to be careful of are small business type stores which only have one or two locations that buy surplus/leftover stock from other stores that couldn’t sell the items.

[@mikecole1664]

Stores, like Publix, that have many BOGO items weekly, can be a better buy then the Dollar store. Additionally, you are getting name brand products. Also, you can add coupons bringing down the cost even more. For example: I purchased Miracle Whip on BOGO for $2.50 (usually $4.99) and used a dollar coupon making a 30oz. MW $1.50.

[@MsDawnnee]

I cannot stand the random prompted clapping by the audience!! So fake!!

[@Sanbika89]

Dawn bustersmummy Yeah, when everyone started clapping at “happy trees” I was like wtf?😂

[@foodidecorifashionlfun2104]

Rachael is the Queen when it comes to interrupting. Her voice makes it even worse.

[@buttholecartel246]

Do they sell necks at the dollar store rachel ray need one

[@memecitycentralpark.2289]

Omg shhhhhhhh Rachel.

[@ajnormandgroome]

Look at recalls - which stores pop up often? Dollar store type stores are on FDA recalls quite often.

[@SirParcifal]

also birthday and greeting cards!!!

[@kellyluv84]

Just shop at dollar tree stock to the basics

[@flynnryan]

An Dollar Tree is one that in my experience, is still holding the line at $1.

[@momof2momof2]

I have not had good luck with the packing tape at dollar stores. I buy at least 75 to 85% of what we have at dollar stores. Especially produce and condiments at the 99 cents store. I always keep extra toothbrushes for guests, along with other toiletries for guests too. Dollar Tree accepts coupons, and they have a wonderful website

[@carolbenson6524]

I see Rachel still interrupts her guests.

[@tanyamckinnon5376]

Every power cord I've bought at the dollar tree or 99 cent store has worked great for years

[@juniorjr.427]

.... Every Dollar tree I been to have all name brand stuff... They sell Colgate crest arm & Hammer mountain dew Dr pepper Gatorade Arizona wise chips

[@KanishQQuotes]

Funny ladies

[@garyditmore]

God Bless you that's no Dollar Store they're dirty they're stacked up over stocked or under stock sometimes and it's hard to get weighted on or even find somebody so you can pay for your products

[@debdawdry7697]

Good god let the poor woman speak !

[@shaina_2211]

I feel like this is wrong. I have super pale skin, and I always use $1 sunscreen from the dollar tree. Their $1 off brand toothpaste is also awesome and made by colgate. Their shampoo and conditioner isn't that great, but their hair detangler for kids is. Their sunglasses are cheap, but they're great if you're wearing them to the ocean where you may lose or break them. I also like buying air wick stick ups for my car there. The air fresheners last for about a month and are in a pack of 2 for $1.

[@johnjohng668]

InsertNameHere _ be careful. Air wick has toxic chemicals in them. Unregulated ...not required to list ingredients as no label laws. The toothpaste also may have triclosan which the FDA is currently banning. Triclosan was a registered pesticide in the 70’s. Anything scented contains synthetic chemical ingredients. Research your ingredients. These chemicals get absorbed through skin, inhalation, etc. Go eco. It’s worth your health. Freshen a room with a lemon... or a candle made from beeswax. The smell is pure, they smell like honey and are safe in your indoor environment.

[@tiptig5716]

Great

[@chamomiletea9562]

My dollar store has excellent produce, very fresh strawberries, lettuce and other "not so sturdy" items. I am able to find delicious papayas, cooking bananas, and mangoes not available in other bigger stores.

[@writerpatrick]

I've never seen perishables at a dollar store. Of course most are located close to grocery stores so they don't need to carry them. The food they do have is stuff in cans or packages that can sit on a shelf.

[@amandarjames7001]

Uh, Yea i picked up a dollar store car jump kit, uh the damn cords caught on fire.....ya dont think id replace them from there again.

[@goodliving2171]

Lexi Salice Hope you returned them

[@michellesunshinestar]

OMG!! Yah, I mostly buy office supplies and socks are a good deal when I can find the kind I like, sometimes if they have Knorr I'll buy it.

[@theninth5691]

Lexi Salice holy shit no lol

[@pammeadows6194]

Lexi Salice sy

[@darrenwells3642]

Lexi Salice that’s terrifying! Yikes

[@GeetaGalaway]

ear buds and car lighter chargers... USB chargers are OK in a pinch but buy more than one, you can expect one not to work. They can be good if you need the parts to macgyver something. Have low expectations when buying electronics LOL

[@annamcdermott8565]

I just bought 90 ponytail holders from the dollar store for $4

[@kimlarge4077]

Anna McDermott ...and you will loose all of them somehow before the year is up . LOL!

[@pegispencer1621]

I buy my tortoises.food there, they haven't complained yet

[@ivettek3190]

they forgot about greeting cards. especially the two for a $1.00 ones

[@suepoch3931]

Obnoxious Rachael!!! Rude, interrupted etc, Rachael watch yourself on past performances! Gzzzz, hard to watch! The poor guest!

[@cathycrenshaw7913]

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[@ceciliem1811]

Rachel, just wants us to know that this is her show!! She chimed in, for comedy! I pay attention to the dollar stores ingridents too! Good information though! It is good to know!! 👍👍

[@donnabrown1679]

Rachael, let the lady talk !

[@theresapierce8190]

Hello!!! DOLLAR TREE!! EVERYTHING $1.

[@mirandapow2230]

I think when it comes to shopping at the 99 cent it’s the quality of the product. Because for such a cheap price you’re not getting the best quality stuff. I don’t buy food , but I’ll buy paper products like toilet paper, paper towels or plates and plastic utensils for parties

[@rhondiaford8643]

Yes, she does interupt too much, and she's very LOUD!!

[@dianecrane3419]

I have never seen coupons for fresh fruit or veg.

[@magnolia1662]

neither have i must be special coupons.

[@jdashlovela]

in Canada we don't have food or produce in dollar stores

[@tdowdfl]

I'll buy a lot of generic brands but some quality named products are worth it like sour cream. No brand name ones are runny. Also generic coffee creamer powder taste weird. For me "coffee mate" taste good powder ( I know most people use liquid coffee mate.) Also bread, cleaners, laundry detergent, toilet paper - hate hate hate "scott's brand. Swiffer duster's just to name a few.

[@SirParcifal]

dollar tree gives you more pasta!!!

[@arianeking3438]

This should be called “ do not shop at the dollar store” Rachel Ray lol

[@deboraacharrette8652]

Okay, so even with the items that are good to buy you can still use coupons at the $$$$$ Tree!!

[@amandarjames7001]

i just busted out LAUGHING when i saw this and so stopped to add my 2 cents, Im not sure who got what shoved where but dollar tree just opened a brand new store literally snug right next door to our Wal-Mart here. They share the same parking lot for Pete's sake, I died LAUGHING when i saw that going up. Somebody musta not been happy at all, who has the ulcer this month?

[@dopethrone7953]

Same here except the dollar tree is right next to Kroger lol

[@dottyself1580]

ml

[@natashagreen-chillaxedprod7769]

If you want your hair to stay up, pay that lil bit extra on hair ties

[@natashagreen-chillaxedprod7769]

Don’t buy packet foods past 3mths of expiration date. You can make mini clay pot people with those clays. Don’t buy toys from the dollar store as if it’s anything like the Australian version of the dollar store then the kids toys will break not long after they’re open

[@gisellegraves5891]

What about the pain killers?

[@jdashlovela]

I met a designer at Rachel Ray and a lot of original labels are redesigned if she doesn't want to promote the brand. #FunFact

[@beingmomca2083]

How about LED bulbs? They are a lot cheaper at dollar stores, but I always get them somewhere else because I'm too worried about the quality.

[@migztors-velqz1637]

BeingMomCa I've bought them at Dollar Tree and never had a problem. They're good, to me.

[@windymcgee6833]

It's scary that this stuff is so over your head. You're not gonna KNOW you have a problem til it's done its damage. If that was the case, there would be no reason for a warning for any carcinogen out there.

[@marilyngrass416]

Yeah ladies, dollar store, are dollies.

[@teresafuller3912]

rachel has lost her charm since her food network days. you're never at a loss as to who's show this is, huh? so rolling my eyes

[@teresafuller3912]

and you KNOW there's someone holding up cue cards for the audience

[@teresafuller3912]

...."now clap. you trained seals"

[@theresapierce8190]

Teresa Fuller yes!

[@reneehenderson4818]

Teresa Fuller haters never prosper

[@QueenBeeBeautyXO]

I disagree with the produce. It looks and tastes just fine.

[@staykind8185]

Just not the meats. Bought packaged meat thrice and all was spoiled.

[@lorettatayor5840]

hair bobs? really? they're ponytail holders, for goodness sake! or hairbands, o.k.?

[@SHIRLEYZAPORZON]

I have always found Oprah to be the same, always interrupting her guests, and she always seems to have something that happened to her along the line of what they are talking about....

[@OhGodItsKeith]

Sorry if I got a clay pot as a gift I’d be pissed

[@ao533]

Damn I never noticed how much Rachel interrupts people until I watched a this....rude

[@rosiebrazelton7533]

My power cords still work from the. Dollar tree.

[@SwaysDeals]

They need to shop at the 99 Cents Only Store, they carry all name brands

[@davidbrown8303]

Please I'm sure that Rich Italian would shop at the dollar store.

[@dianemcfeeders1153]

Something's r still good after expiration date

[@reneewest6705]

I thought she was Carla Hall.

[@Bailster]

I can’t lie - this was completely useless. Unless you are someone with ZERO common sense (which I realize is becoming more common than not unfortunately), EVERYONE should be smart enough to know this stuff.

[@rebeccagutierrez1221]

Oh my god Rachel ray , Let the lady talk so freaking rude, I wanted to hear what she had to say not you ..... stop butting in ....... 🤫🤭👎🏽 SMH 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@QueenMeanMaryJean]

I like the dollar store Pop Tarts. Not as sweet ast the name brand ones

[@shannonwilliams752]

Sunscreen should be replaced every year. I've used dollar store extension cords for years no problems.

[@klfalcons67]

Rachel talks way to much

[@johncoops6897]

*TOO (not "to")

[@Bopkasen]

Don't buy foods from Dollar Store unless it is a brand that you known.

[@concertmasterntl]

Did she just call those... hair bobs?!?!?

[@gigiharrigill2286]

Every thing is a 1. At dollar tree stores

[@salmakhan6498]

Never seen produce in dollar store

[@michellesunshinestar]

I would not buy eggs at Dollar Tree. Mine doesn't even have them.

[@marlenebillock5571]

Rachael knows everything, always interrupt the guests. So rude

[@marizensoul8410]

Don't buy any tape at any dollar type store, its cheap and you will fight using it and wish you had just spent the extra money and bought reliable tape.

[@patricadyson778]

I never buy food out of there frig at a dollar store....

[@nicholasgiordano9155]

I love how the audience claps like sheep

[@disneyme7110]

Nicholas Giordano.... they're hoping to win something hahaha, yeah right. This isn't the Ellen show people

[@commercialssuck6007]

What the heck is a hair bob?? I thought they were hair ties...silly me

[@ls56395]

Buy foil, wax paper., greeting cards etc but apt of the stuff is cheaply made and poor quality.

[@danicellahernandez5744]

I use to watch Rachael all the time and didn't realize how much she interrupts her guests... That's just plain rude... Like why have guests when you're going to do all the talking for them... Again she's a great host right???

[@annelokstein6013]

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