The Shopping Bags

The Shopping Bags put three different formats of video camera to a tough test- how will they perform at a four-year-old's birthday party? Also in this episode, veterinarians battle it out over just what the best kind of food is for dogs; And when Kristina and Anna enlist the help of three women to test radiance makeup products, the results surprise everyone. And the Mystery Shopper uses The Shopping Bags' bag of tricks to get a discount on a video camera.

Trying to polish up that smile? The Shopping Bags look at toothpastes, gels and laser treatments to see which process gets teeth whitest and brightest. Later in the show, find out how to buy a treadmill. Studies show it’s the most effective piece of cardio equipment. Anna and Kristina find out how much you really need to spend on this expensive machine. And say goodbye to those orange tans of yesteryear. The Bags test out 10 kinds of self-tanners to find out which ones are best at delivering that honey-bronzed glow. And if you don’t like the tanning product, can you take it back? The Mystery Shopper heads out to make a return, without the receipt.

Not all bottled water is created equal. There are a few things to know about reading the label on that bottle of H2O. The Shopping Bags will tell you what you need to know. They also set up a beach side water taste test, where a clear favourite emerges. Also, Anna and Kristina go back in time to test three kinds of stain removers – a chemical one, an environmentally friendly product and medley of home remedies. And what’s the best way to get a deal on an airline ticket? Through a travel agent? Online? Or going directly through the airline? The Shopping Bags set up a travel challenge and find the answer. And are airline upgrades a thing of the past? The Mystery Shopper takes a trip to find out.

Why does a bottle of perfume cost so much? The Shopping Bags talk to a perfume expert (did you know there was such a thing?) to find out the secrets of making, choosing and wearing that special scent. They also set up a test to find out if people can tell the difference between the real thing and knockoffs. Armed with a grocery list, Anna and Kristina go shopping – both in the supermarket and online to find out if ordering your groceries over the Internet really delivers. With Anna in the market for some new hardware, The Bags make buying a laptop computer easy to understand. And a lesson in buying big ticket items; the Mystery Shopper learns how important it is to do your homework before you head to the store.

The Shopping Bags test out ten different kinds of nail polish to see which brands really hold up to the wear and tear of daily life - we're talking about stuff like dishing washing, gardening and even rock climbing! Energy bars are a popular snack, but how healthy are they really? A nutritionist gives us a few points to chew on before we settle on this snack. And are hybrid cars the way of the future? Anna and Kristina get behind the wheel to test drive this part electric, part gas vehicle. Looking to buy a new vehicle? Our mystery shopper has some lessons on negotiating the deal.

70% of women wear bras that don't fit properly. The Shopping Bags don't want to make the same mistake. Three brave volunteers learn how to find a bra that fits. Anna and Kristina spend a night in the wild to put both down and synthetic sleeping bags to the test. And organic food: there's no question it's better for the environment. But what about nutrients and taste - the Shopping Bags set up a stall to find out if you can taste the difference. And the mystery shopper tries to get a taste at the grocery store, before she buys.

Accessorizing with costume jewelry is an economical alternative to jewelry made from precious metals and gems, but there are some things you should know if you want to find a real vintage piece. We’ll look at the cold hard facts on what you need to know about deep freezers, so you can always stay stocked up on your favourite frozen foods. Walking is an excellent step towards physical fitness, but you’ll want to wear proper walking shoes to stay comfortable and prevent pain in your feet, knees and back. Finally, our Mystery Shopper will tell us how to carefully select a company that will equip your home with the right alarm system without ripping you off.

A glass of white wine, either on its own or paired with the perfect food, can be one of life’s simple pleasures for the connoisseur or the amateur wine drinker. We’ve got some tips for understanding and buying different white wines. Cigar smoking has become an increasing and popular trend, so we set out to see what’s inside a cigar and how to go about choosing and smoking one. For many of us, the scratch cake our mothers used to make has become a thing of the past. To save time, cake mixes have become yet another convenient alternative for the “real thing”. We attempt to find that cake mix that tastes closest to homemade.

If you like an alternative to beef when it comes to burgers, we’ll tell you which veggie burger stacks up. Using a face powder can help reduce an oily shine on your skin as well as setting your makeup – we’ll test a few to see which one keeps things under control. We’ll check out the skate culture and find out what you need to consider when buying a skateboard that’ll keep you rolling. And an As Seen On TV product promises to rid your face of wrinkles – we’ll put LifTight to the test and see if it really works.