Though most sign-ups are pretty self-explanatory , here are some tips and additional information to make sure you don't miss out.
- MOST rewards programs require you to sign up at least the month before your birthday as they send their birthday emails the 1st day of the month.
- SOME require an entire 4-6 weeks in advance to get any type of birthday reward.
Because of this, I made sure to sign-up for everything before the end of December (my Birthday is February 18th, for reference), giving my plenty of time for the systems to update with my information.
- Some companies also require you to meet other criteria in order to be eligible for birthday gifts. I will note those stipulations with the specific companies below.
- IF you are going to try to use your birthday rewards/gifts on an online order, sometimes you can get lucky and get in on a FREE shipping promo. or additional savings offers on whatever items you are purchasing to get your freebie. I usually check often during the time my freebie offers are valid in hopes of getting a lower out-of-pocket cost.
*This list is accurate to the best of my knowledge as of date published
BEAUTY and OTHER RETAIL
BareMinerals:
FREE full-size product (varies) for your birthday when you join their FAB (Friends and Benefits) rewards program. You can redeem your gift by entering the emailed promo code during checkout online or in one of their boutiques.
2018 IS GEN NUDE OR STATEMENT MATTE LIQUID LIPSTICK OF YOUR CHOICE!
*I have heard reports of people getting an eyeshadow but my code was for a lipstick online and that is what I was able to get when I picked up in my local store.
Charming Charlie:
$5 for your birthday when you join their Charm Club
CVS:
$3 ExtraCare Bucks for your birthday when you join their ExtraCare Beauty Club
DSW:
$5 reward certificate for your birthday when you join DSW Rewards. Redeem online or in-store
Express:
$10 reward for your birthday when you join Express NEXT Rewards (I also got $15 when I signed up just for completing my profile, $5 for signing up for text alerts, AND $5 for filling out their fit quiz!) Redeem online or in-store. Just give your email or registered phone number to the cashier at checkout.
Hot Topic:
$5 for your birthday when you join HT Guest List loyalty program
Ikea:
$15 coupon and FREE meatball entree & dessert in their restaurant when you sign up for IKEA Family
Justice:
FREE birthday gift when you join Club Justice (also received a $5 bonus when I joined)
Kohl's:
$5 or $10 (I think this depends whether you have a Kohl's charge or not) Kohl's cash for your birthday when you join Yes2You rewards
Mario Badescu:
$10 off your order for your birthday when you register for an account
*You CAN use part of your $10 to cover shipping costs!
NYX:
$5 for your birthday when you join NYX Makeup Crew
Sears:
$5 FREEcash for your birthday if you are a Shop Your Way Rewards member
Sephora:
FREE birthday gift when you join Beauty Insider
Smashbox:
FREE full-size item for your birthday when you register with SmashCash rewards. Redeem when you place an order online.
Soma:
$10 for your birthday when you become a Love Soma Rewards member
*Must make a purchase within the previous 12 month period to be eligible for birthday gift
Tarte:
special discount and FREE gift (usually some sort of deluxe size sample)
The Body Shop:
$10 toward your purchase to celebrate your birthday when you join Love Your Body Club. Can be used in a Body Shop store or online at thebodyshop.com
Torrid:
$10 for your birthday when you join Torrid Insider
Ulta:
FREE gift (these change quarterly) for Ultamate Rewards members. Currently, the gift is ULTA brand lip oil and lip mask.
*MUST show email code in store to redeem or enter code when ordering online.
Urban Decay:
FREE full-size item (currently Afterglow highlighter in SIN) when you become a Beauty Junkies member. You can get this when you place an online order or get it without making a purchase by visiting their store in Newport Beach, California.
Victoria's Secret:
$10 for your birthday if you have an Angel credit card ($15 if you have Forever Angel status!)
YUMMY EATS and TREATS
Auntie Anne's:
FREE pretzel for your birthday (requires app download and registration) and a FREE pretzel just for signing up
Café Rio:
$5 to spend on anything on their menu for your birthday and a sign-up offer when you join My Rio Rewards.
Cinnabon:
FREE iced coffee for your birthday if you sign up for Club Cinnabon and get a FREE minibon for signing up
Costa Vida:
FREE dessert for your birthday plus $4 off and a FREE drink for signing up when you join their rewards program
Denny's:
FREE Grand Slam on the day of your birthday. No signing up for this one. All they require is for you to show ID to verify it is your birthday
Dickey's BBQ:
FREE sandwich for your birthday when you join the Big Yellow Cup Club and a FREE big Yellow Cup drink when you join
Dunkin' Donuts:
FREE beverage when you join DD Perks and FREE beverage for your birthday (this requires you to add a DD gift card to your account with minimum of $2 balance)
Firehouse Subs:
FREE medium sub on your birthday when you join Firehouse Rewards. The reward will be in your Firehouse Subs app and you now have an entire week to redeem
Godiva:
$10 birthday reward when you join Godiva Rewards
Grimaldi's Pizzeria:
FREE one-topping pizza for your birthday when you register (dine-in only)
IHOP:
Join the Pancake Revolution and receive a FREE stack of Rooty Tooty Fresh and Fruity pancakes for your birthday and FREE stack of Rooty Tooty Fresh and Fruity pancakes on your anniversary of signing up. Must print offer from email to redeem
Jamba Juice:
FREE Smoothie or juice for your birthday when you Join Jamba Insider Rewards
Jersey Mike's:
FREE sub and drink for your birthday when you join Shore Points Rewards. This freebie doesn't expire for an entire YEAR! So, no need to rush and use it.
Menchie's:
$5 in Menchie's money toward frozen yogurt when you join their My Smileage Club
Raising Cane's:
FREE Box combo when you register your Caniac Club card online and free medium drink for your birthday.
IMPORTANT: this one requires you to go into Raising Cane's and request a Caniac Club card. You will need the card to register the number online.
Red Robin:
FREE burger and bottomless fries for your birthday when you become a Red Robin Royalty member.
They WILL allow you to take your Birthday burger to-go!
Rubio's:
FREE entrée with beverage purchase for your birthday when you become a Beach Club member
Ruby Tuesday:
FREE birthday burger or salad bar for So Connected members. Dine-in only and must present printed email
Starbucks:
FREE beverage ANY size, ANY add-ons for Starbucks Rewards members (must register using a Starbucks gift card)
