Consumer Goods & Shopping

Spanx and OLAY Launch $77 Prime Day Bundle Mixing Skincare and Shapewear

New York – October 02, 2026 -- Spanx and OLAY have teamed up for the first time on a limited-edition "Get Cheeky" bundle, an Amazon-exclusive set pairing skincare with shapewear.

The bundle is priced at $110 but will drop to $77 -- a 30% discount -- during Amazon Prime Day on October 6 and 7, while supplies last. It became available on Amazon.com starting October 2, 2026.

Arm & Hammer Baking Soda Teams With LEGOLAND for Ticket Deal, Family Trip Sweepstakes

New York – October 01, 2026 -- Starting October 1, shoppers who buy three qualifying ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda products can score a Buy One, Get One Free LEGOLAND ticket and enter a sweepstakes for a free family getaway.

Limited-edition boxes carry LEGOLAND artwork through year-end

ARM & HAMMER's iconic orange box now features limited-edition LEGOLAND Resorts-themed packaging. The promotion runs from October 1 through December 31, 2026.

Consumers who purchase three qualifying ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda products can submit their receipt at AHxLEGOLAND.com or scan the QR code printed on the limited-edition packaging.

The ticket offer works at three U.S. LEGOLAND parks

Participants who complete the receipt submission receive a Buy One, Get One Free LEGOLAND ticket offer, redeemable at LEGOLAND Resorts in California, Florida and New York.

Sports Research Debuts Creatine + Electrolytes Powder at Costco

Los Angeles – October 01, 2026 -- Sports Research has launched Creatine + Electrolytes, a sugar-free powder drink mix now sold in single-serve stick packs at select Costco warehouses, marking the family-owned company's first product in Costco's sports nutrition aisle.

Each packet delivers 5 grams of creatine and 1,000 milligrams of electrolytes

The two-in-one formula combines micronized creatine monohydrate for strength and workout recovery support with a four-electrolyte blend of sodium, potassium, magnesium and chloride for hydration support. The product is Informed Sport certified, Non-GMO Project Verified and Clean Label Project Certified.

"What excites me is how this product comes together: the formula, the flavors and the quality behind it," said Mike Pedersen, Chief Operating Officer of Sports Research. "It reflects the care we've always put into our products, now in a format built for how people actually live."

FP Movement Opens New Activewear Boutique in Palm Desert

Palm Desert, CA – October 01, 2026 -- FP Movement, the activewear brand from Free People, has opened a 2,297-square-foot store at The Gardens on El Paseo in Palm Desert, California, on Thursday, October 1, 2026.

The store joins Free People's existing location at the same shopping center

The new boutique sits next to Free People's storefront, which opened at The Gardens on El Paseo this past July. Together, the two stores expand FP Movement's footprint in the desert community.

Shoppers can browse signature collections including Never Better and Hot Shot

The assortment features high-performance activewear such as leggings, bras and tanks, alongside breathable pieces meant to transition from workouts to everyday wear. Customer favorites including the Happiness Runs and Get Your Flirt On Shorts round out the lineup, along with additional pieces for various fitness and lifestyle needs.

BOSGAME Cuts Mini PC Prices Up to 35% for Amazon Prime Big Deal Days

New York – October 01, 2026 -- BOSGAME will discount four of its Mini PC models by 20% to 35% off list price during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, running October 6-7. The sale starts at 12:00 a.m. PDT on October 6 and applies to select configurations, subject to availability and Amazon's promotional terms.

Four models target different budgets and uses

The BOSGAME E5 runs on an AMD Ryzen 5 5300U processor, supports triple displays, and uses a VESA-mountable compact design suited for office work and multitasking. The E5 Plus steps up to an AMD Ryzen 5 5400U chip with triple 4K display support, plus upgradeable memory and expandable storage for users with growing computing needs.

FP Movement and Salomon Drop Exclusive Colorways on XT-6, XT-Whisper

Philadelphia – October 01, 2026 -- FP Movement, the activewear brand under Free People, launches its first-ever exclusive colorway collaboration with French mountain sports brand Salomon on Thursday, October 1, reworking two of Salomon's signature shoes with bold new finishes.

The collection reimagines two Salomon classics with vivid palettes

The Salomon XT-6, priced at $185, gets an ombré treatment blending pink, mint, and ivory with vivid green accents, while retaining the shoe's responsive cushioning, ACS stability technology, and Quicklace lacing system. The Salomon XT-Whisper, priced at $145, takes on warm washes of coral, blush, and peach paired with saturated purple and blue accents across its wavy SensiFit construction, alongside EVA and OrthoLite cushioning.

Tate McRae Launches Debut Fragrance TATE 01, Hits Ulta Oct. 16

New York – October 01, 2026 -- Pop star Tate McRae has launched her first signature fragrance, TATE 01, developed with Scent Beauty, Inc. and priced from $30 to $82 for sizes between 10ml and 100ml.

The scent blends bergamot with amber and sandalwood

Perfumers Adriana Medina and Antoine Maisondieu of Givaudan built TATE 01 around a top note of sparkling bergamot and clary sage, moving into white florals before settling into amber, tonka bean, sandalwood and soft woods. The formula is anchored by ISO E Super, a molecule designed to interact with individual skin chemistry so the scent shifts slightly from wearer to wearer.

McRae said she wears the fragrance during rehearsals, describing it as a layer that "warms up and moves with my body" rather than sitting on top of it.

Snuggle Bear Meets Linus: Brand Pairs With Peanuts for Pop-Up Blanket Event

Stamford, Conn. – October 01, 2026 -- Snuggle fabric softener is teaming up with Peanuts for a campaign celebrating two beloved blue blankets: the one carried by Linus and the one clutched by the Snuggle Bear mascot.

A pop-up in New York lets visitors cuddle their own blue blanket

On October 17 and 18, Snuggle will open an immersive pop-up experience in New York City. Guests can step into a space inspired by the Peanuts world and hold a signature blue blanket freshly washed in Snuggle Blue Sparkle scent. The brand says visitors may also receive a special Snuggle-branded keepsake to take home.

Revitalign Becomes Waco Shoe Company's Flagship Brand at 10 Years

Waco, Texas – October 01, 2026 -- Waco Shoe Company has named Revitalign® its flagship brand, a shift announced as the company marks its 10th anniversary. The orthotic footwear line has sold more than 3 million pairs since the company's founding in September 2016.

Revitalign has sold over 3 million pairs since 2016

Waco Shoe Company was established to develop comfort footwear built on proprietary orthotic technology. A decade later, Revitalign has emerged as the brand's top performer, prompting the company to put its full resources behind it.

"A decade ago, we set out to design supportive, on-trend and stylish footwear on orthotic technology we could stand behind, and the market has responded," said Jeff Antonioli, co-owner of Waco Shoe Company. He added that the brand now delivers real support in trend-forward styles consumers want to wear daily.

Game Ready Cold & Compression System Now Sold Without Prescription

Alpharetta – October 01, 2026 -- Avanos Medical has launched an over-the-counter version of its Game Ready cold and compression system in the United States, letting consumers buy the recovery technology without a prescription for the first time.

The OTC system uses the same core technology as the prescription version

The new consumer system delivers therapeutic cooling and compression to reduce soreness and support recovery after exercise, sports, or everyday activity. Avanos says the OTC product shares the same core technology and functionality as its prescription-only Game Ready system, though labeling, packaging, and indications have been adjusted for general consumer use.

The prescription system will continue to be used for clinical, post-surgical, and healthcare provider-directed treatment, while the new OTC version is marketed for general recovery and wellness.