Min's Beauty Supply on Springfield Avenue

Situated under an unassuming, basic blue awning on Springfield Avenue you'll find Min's Beauty Supply, a straightforward shop offering an extensive selection of personal grooming items and an intriguing array of accessories at rock-bottom prices.

If you've dismissed this place as simply something you drive past on your way to Tar-jay, you are missing out on some seriously fun, frugal finds.

"We get customers from all over the tri-state area who come here for our natural hair products and extensions," says Chris Lee, who along with his family, manages and owns the store. "They're always amazed by our prices and how well stocked we are."

In addition to any female beauty item or device imaginable, Min's also offers products to pamper everyone in your house—from babies to teenagers to guys too. Shoppers will also discover a colorful assortment of trendy trinkets, cosmetics and fashion finds like scarves, hats, jewelry, sunglasses, leg wear and stylish slippers.

For nearly seven years, Min's Beauty Supply has been keeping their Springfield Avenue location stocked with selections and prices that not only rival but often beat big box stores, specializing in not only hair care but hard-to-find beauty supplies like faux lashes, fine tweezers and natural bristle hair and makeup brushes, all at substantial savings. The store also sells attractive accessories at equally appealing prices.

Here's a quick look at some of Min's prices and products that put department stores and malls to shame:

• Clunky, colorful, Bohemian beaded necklace made from solid wood (w/ matching earrings), $1.99
• Headbands that run from classic to cutting edge, $1.00
• Cute, comfy slippers with Asian flair, $2.00
• A stylish selection of hats, at, about or below the $6 range
• Fashionista-looking fashion-forward sunglasses for $5

Pop in to peruse the selection that also includes scarves, barrettes, bracelets, socks and seasonal items like mittens and more. Ask for Chris when you mention this Patch article and he'll hook you up with our Shop Localista Deal of the Week: A very generous 10% off your TOTAL PURCHASE! Offer good this Friday, September 17 through Thursday, September 23.

Now go forth and get your gorgeous on!

Min's Beauty Supply: 1889 Springfield Ave, Maplewood, NJ 07040 | 973-762-4044

Hours: Mon, 10 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Tue - Fri, 9 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Sat, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sun, 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.