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No buying unnecessary toiletries March 2014
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Thanks babafette for starting us off. I'm in again and hoping to not buy anything although it is my birthday month so will be getting my birthday gift from Body Shop and also have £10 of debenhams points to spend.Debt Free and now a saver, conscious consumer, low waste lifestyler
Fashion on the Ration 28/660 -
I'm back in, powering my way through the old stash
I spent less than a tenner on stuff in Feb so didn't do too badly. Shouldn't need anything at all this month.
Never say never0 -
thanks babafette,
frugal feb was a bit of a wash out(like the weather!) so def in again
did sell a few things on fleabay BUT also bought some and had some freebies so came out about even!
not stopped raining today after lovely sunny day yesterday so stuck inside and would love to sit by the fire all night but have to go out.......am I getting old?!!!0 -
Thanks babafette for starting us off. I'm in again and hoping to not buy anything although it is my birthday month so will be getting my birthday gift from Body Shop and also have £10 of debenhams points to spend.
It's my birthday next month too. What is the Body Shop birthday gift and how do I sign up please?!Ageing is a privilege not everyone gets.
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I am pleased to see there are other people like me with huge stashes!
Must join this and really really try!travelover0 -
Thanks Babafette for starting this months thread. I'm in again this month.
So far this year
Jan 8 Outs 0 Ins
February 16 Outs 8 Ins (Only 1 Purchased In .Only spent 84p so far this year on Toiletries)
This thread has really focused me and made me enjoy my stash and its many uses:p
PP List for March
Nivea Self Tan Lotion
Imperial Leather Soap
Nivea Creme 50ml
Sanctuary Body Lotion 250ml
Aussie Shampoo shine
Ted Baker Body Mist
Garnier 48hr Spray
Avon Anew Day cream
Animal Body Scrub
Simple face wash
Oral B Pump Toothpaste
Hoping to have 3 UUs fairly quick , the toothpaste is nearly gone the shampoo is on its end and the only nivea left in the tub is clinging to the sides with all its might.
I will use up the open relics before opening the nice new stuff.....
I will use up the open relics before opening the nice new stuff.....
I will use up the open relics before opening the nice new stuff.....
If only i was convinced!
Happy Bubbles0 -
Thanks Babafette for the new thread
.I will use up the open relics before opening the nice new stuff..
At least we keep trying!There's quite a big change around on my PP List as I used up a fair few old relics in February. New list for March:
1. BS Rainforest Moisture Conditioner 250ml
2. Soap & Glory - Easy Glistening Dry Oil Body Gloss 150ml
3. Aveeno - Positively Radiant Daily Moisturiser 75ml
4. Thursday Plantation - Tea Tree Face wash 250ml
5. Schwartzkopf - Colour Protect Shampoo
6. Olay - Pore minimising cleanser & scrub 150ml
7. The Aromatherapy Co - Lavender & Rosemary Bath/Shower Gel
8. Neutrogena - Rapid Wrinkle Repair Serum 29ml
9. Alpha-H - Gentle Daily Exfoliant Powder 12g
10. Evolu - Facial Rehydrating mask 50ml
There's also a couple of cut open tubes and a few other things on their way out, so 'should' be quite a good month.Mortgage
Start January 2017: $268,012
Latest balance $266,734
Reduction: $1,278.450 -
Final numbers for February....
Used Up = 30
Given or Thrown Away = 9
In = 24
TOTAL = 15 OutNo Buying Unnecessary Toiletries 2023
Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend
Inside of a dog, it's too dark to read - Groucho Marx0 -
I am back in again for March
very few outs this month but no purchase INS this year
Life is a coin, you can spend it anyway you wish, but you can only spend it once.
Go as far as you can see, and when you get there you'll see further.
Take time but don't waste time0 -
Just signed up for this months You Beauty Discovery box.
Chose BS camomile cleansing butter RRP £12 and Dr Lipp SOS balm RRP £11 so not bad for £6.95.
I've never subscribed to a beauty box before but I like the fact you can choose 2 items or unsub if not keen on that months options.Ageing is a privilege not everyone gets.
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