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No Buying Unnecessary Toiletries January 2017
Here we go again for another month. As usual this initial post has been shamelessly copied from the many previous months. A big thank you to little old me for starting us off last month. Welcome all newbies and regulars to this very friendly and chatty thread where we give lots of lovely tips on how to use up your stash…
Free Dental Care: Am I Eligible?
Hi everyone and a Happy New Year for tomorrow I know free, or even subsidised, dental care does have it's fair share of caveats but I've been looking into this for a while. I have an NHS Medical Exemption card because I rely on a cocktail of medicines (three different types of pills and 2 injections), to get by in some…
Feminine wash - is it worth the money or just the same as other soaps?
I'm used to buying this, but from reading the ingredients, I'm not sure if there's actually any difference between it, and for eg baby wash. It says it's dermatologically tested which makes me think it's less likely to cause thrush but I'm not sure if that's true. I don't know if it's safe to use regular soap/shower gel on…
Be Fab for Feb - Slimming World support thread 2017
Shiny new thread, with all the info carried over as follows:- Food Optimising is a plan for life, it is not a quick fix and you should look at weight losses over a period of time. There are no prizes for speed of weight loss. You need to commit to making changes to the food that you buy and how you cook it, because what…
Weight Watchers or Slimming World
So which one would everyone recommend weight watchers or slimming world ?
Three ingredient healthy cookies
I saw these last night on facebook and have just made them and are delicious and cheap. The video recipe is at https://www.facebook.com/nestandglow/videos/vl.1723054057947052/624197144424177 Just mash up a banana with ready break then stir in some raisins and bake -…
New glasses!
Hi! I'm looking to get a new pair of glasses for the new year however don't like the idea of the designer price tag. Looking to see if anyone knows if I could ask an optician to lens the online frames? thanks 😊
Botox in the Southwest
Hey guys. Male, suffered from terrible insomnia for years, aged my skin drastically. 30 years old and managed to get it in control In search of somebody in the south west to possibly help out with the lines on my forehead. Anywhere really Bristol/Swindon/Cheltenham/Or the surrounding areas ideally. Any recommendations?
meal replacement drinks
Over the last couple of momths I have been having a slimfast shake instead of a meal once a day, and I have had a small amount of success in losing weight. However, as they a full of sugar I would like to try something more homemade and that is actually good for me. So I'm thinking of buying a smoothie maker, something…
Private hernia repair
Morning all Some advice if you please,,,,OH has been diagnosed with a hernia in the groin area. We have just had a letter Christmas Eve that he can attend hospital for an appointment for assessment 50+ day's wait. Then if an op is approved it's a wait of 45 weeks at least. All on the letter. So we are considering going…
Heart Scan
I had a heart scan two weeks ago as I have high blood pressure and the doctor called today to say that I have to go and see her on the 10th Jan. I'm now worried that it's something serious but my husband keeps telling me if it was serious they would have made an appointment for Wednesday when they are open not two weeks…
Anybody tried Isolaz for acne?
Hi, Has anybody tried Isolaz for acne? Did it work for you? How many treatment sessions you did? Thanks
Eyelash cluster removal. . . . Help !
I had eyelash clusters for the first time 2 days ago ( Tuesday evening ) . . . . Bit of a shock to the system when you've never even worn false ones :eek: To cut a long story short . . . one eye now looks bloody awful and I need to remove them tonight . . . I would rather not ask the person who put them on for me for…
Nytol and the Like - Any Good?
I hate taking even parecetamol when I have a headache, so I'm not particularly looking to use this long term or at all, but are sleeping potions any good? Had some Night Nurse last night as I have a cold. That really knocks me out and I've always had good excellent sleep when taking it so have been thinking about Nytol for…
health mot
hi lovely msers looking for a bit of advice. I have had 6 colds this year:(. A friend of mine has suggested a get a health mot done check i'm not deficent in anything, she suggested going to gp what don't want to bother the gp and was thinking does anyone else know where i could get one done.
Is it genuine? Elemis Moisturiser?
I ordered a 50ml jar of pro collagen marine cream online . It arrived this afternoon and I am unhappy as it is not cellophane wrapped. It normally costs £80 but several places sell it online for less. I paid £56 for it so still a lot of money. It is a gift for my Daughter. She only uses Elemis skin products and has given…
Minor Ailments Scheme
Just read on this weeks MSE email about the minor ailments scheme. It is not a way to get free or cheap medicines. Nothing is free in the NHS. In these difficult financial times we all obviously need as much help as we can get but when it comes to the NHS we must understand it is not a bottomless pit of cash. I have worked…
Present for someone with end-stage terminal cancer?
Hello NOt sure if right place but does anyone have any suggestions of what to get someone for Christmas who has end-stage cancer? MIL has weeks left with brain tumour, finding reading/watching tv hard, is bed bound most of the time. Have got her nice things to eat (she can still eat), and a poncho/shawl type thing to keep…
How to work out what size bet I need?
Hello all I am having a lot of trouble finding out what size belt I need. I am a 32-34 inch waist and I bought a belt online which said Waist Size: Medium (30" - 37"). I thought great perfect, then it arrived and one end barley even touched the tip of the other end when I put it around my waist. So I contacted the seller…
MSE News: Revealed: The IDENTICAL cold and flu medicines which cost a third of the...
Some over-the-counter cold and flu medicines are being sold at three times the price of identical tablets with different packaging, a MoneySavingExpert.com investigation reveals....Read the full story: 'Revealed: The IDENTICAL cold and flu medicines which cost a third of the price' Click reply below to discuss. If you…

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Barclaycard's cutting minimum repayments – you could be in debt YEARS longer paying DOUBLE the interest
If you've got debt on a Barclaycard, it's likely the minimum you have to repay each month will be cut from July. If you're unaware, and don't act, you could stay in debt for many years longer and pay possibly £1,000s more in interest.
NatWest, RBS and Ulster Bank to close at least 100 branches in 2024/25 – here's the full list, plus alternatives
NatWest, Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) and Ulster Bank, which are all part of the NatWest Group, will shut at least 100 of their bank branches in 2024/25, after RBS announced a further 18 closures.
Co-op Bank customer? You could be moved to Coventry Building Society in future – here's what's happening
The building society has today agreed to a potential takeover of the high street bank – though it's still very early days and the deal needs regulatory approval.
Got a text, email or letter from the Met Police? Don't ignore it – you may need to act to protect yourself from scams
If you got a text message or email from the Metropolitan Police between 4pm and 6pm on Wednesday 17 April – or you get a letter in the next few days – don't ignore it.
Save up to £1 on your takeaway coffee – while saving the planet
Many of us regularly reach for a cup of coffee or tea to give us a caffeine boost, but if you’re out and about and can't bring a thermos from home, the cost of this can quickly mount up.
Chase customer? Check if you can get its boosted 5.1% easy-access saver
If you have a Chase current account, you may be able to get a table-topping 5.1% easy-access savings rate to go with it, as the bank has launched a new, temporary bonus offer for some existing customers.
New online state pension boosting tool promised to Martin Lewis hit by delays – here's what you need to know
The tool was first promised to MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis on ITV's The Martin Lewis Money Show Live last summer and was expected to launch before the end of the 2023/24 financial year.
Spotify to hike prices by up to £24 a year – here's what's happening
If you've got a Spotify Individual, Duo or Family account you'll see prices rise by up to £2 a month (equivalent to £24 a year) in a month's time, the music streaming service has announced.
Subway customer? You've got until 14 May to use your loyalty scheme points before shake-up – here's what's happening
If you're a Subway Rewards member, you have until the end of Tuesday 14 May to spend any points you've built up – or lose them entirely.

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