No buying toiletries in February challenge!

EssexHebridean

salesaddict wrote: »

Hello Fixx,

I have got to ask you, why?:(:o
I am feeling really bad about myself at the moment.
Do I need to read back over my posts?

Yes, it sounds like you do! Think back to where you were with the toiletries thing a couple of months ago, and then work through in your head how far you've come in that time. Yes, you're still buying stuff, but you're now using cash not adding to debt, and are considering purchases before you just lob the stuff in the basket. I think you can call that progress, don't you?! :T

tara747 wrote: »

Oh goodness!!!! My mum uses No7 mascara, foundation and lipstick and has asked me to get her some if they have any £5 vouchers coming up (which they do)!!! Trouble is, I will be avoiding Boots like the plague and don't intend to get (or spend) any vouchers! What to do?

Explain to your Mum that you've got a massive stash of stuff to use and that you won't be buying anything in Boots for the forseeable future to get the vouchers in the first place? It seems that the whole situation hangs on you getting the vouchers in the first place, and if you're not going in to buy anything, you won't get them will you. I can't imagine for a second that she'll have a problem with that, and at least you're being honest.

I've finished a couple of bits today - my mini bottle of Chloe Innocence perfume went this morning, it seems to have lasted for ages and smells so nice! WIBA? I do really like it, but I have other favourites. I think the decision has been taken for me though as I think it's discontinued now. Also finished my Avon Planet Spa Shea Butter and Brown sugar body scrub. WIBA? Yes, certainly would, but I'd wait for a special offer to get it. It's lovely smelling, really scrubby, and makes a real difference to my skin. The only negative is it being in a bottle rather than a tub as it's a nightmare to get out. I think I'm going to Use my bottle of J'Adore for a while now before going onto another mini perfume, and I've got my Crabtree & Evelyn Sarawak scrub out on the edge of the bath to go on to. Hopefully next time I wash my hair that will see off the current bottle of Naked Shine Unveiled shampoo - do I keep saying that in that sort of hopeful tone?! :rotfl:

Jacjacjac

I got some new bath/shower goodies today, BUT I didn't buy them... I took part in a photoshoot for Dove and was given a goodie bag (as well as a £20 gift voucher for M&S) afterwards for taking part... I will use these things though (bath creme/shower gel etc), I am glad there was no body lotion etc because I have this stuff coming out of my ears!!

Also, I used up a radox bath creme thingie yesterday, so have room for my new goodies

lostinrates

Jacjacjac wrote: »

I got some new bath/shower goodies today, BUT I didn't buy them... I took part in a photoshoot for Dove and was given a goodie bag (as well as a £20 gift voucher for M&S) afterwards for taking part... I will use these things though (bath creme/shower gel etc), I am glad there was no body lotion etc because I have this stuff coming out of my ears!!

That sounds exciting...did you enjoy it?

debidoodle

Jacjacjac wrote: »

I got some new bath/shower goodies today, BUT I didn't buy them... I took part in a photoshoot for Dove and was given a goodie bag (as well as a £20 gift voucher for M&S) afterwards for taking part... I will use these things though (bath creme/shower gel etc), I am glad there was no body lotion etc because I have this stuff coming out of my ears!!

A photoshoot sounds very glamorous, tell us more please.

Jacjacjac

It was really great thanks. It is for the website apparently... I was a bit worried bacuause I am not the thinnest poerson around, but there were all shapes and sizes, so it was fine and we had hair and make up done too! I can't wait to see the finished pictures now...

I'm off to have a bath with my lovely new Dove products soon!!

Jacjacjac

debidoodle wrote: »

A photoshoot sounds very glamorous, tell us more please.

PS it was a lot of waiting around, so not too glamourous, but I met loads of lovely people, so we all chatted and passed the time nicely... It was a really great experience, so I am glad I took myself out of my comfort zone to take part

lostinrates

Jacjacjac wrote: »

PS it was a lot of waiting around, so not too glamourous, but I met loads of lovely people, so we all chatted and passed the time nicely... It was a really great experience, so I am glad I took myself out of my comfort zone to take part

LOL, I've done similar things it on the past, and I know all about lots of hanging around...

but it IS a good experience, liberating, empowering ...I'm not sure I'd do it now, but I'm glad I've done it.

*Vikki*

I used up an original source shampoo and 5 yes 5 perfumes today!! (perfumes had dregs, gave one away givenchy angel deamond god was it too over powering and strong!)

mrs-moneypenny

evening all
well done on ther photo shot sounds a lovely experience

used up a tube of Australian organics body moisturiser today WIBA yes it was lovely. It was abirthday pressie last year so not sure where it came from but will note it and look out when my stash is depleted.
used a sachet of cleansing milk as well

EssexHebridean

Photo shoot sounds like a great thing to do JJJ - well done!

Nails are now No 7 "Viva" which I mut have bought cheap at some point. It's
a rather nice deep red/purple/pink colour.