No Buying Unnecessary Toiletries January 2018

sstevo19

The hot water problem has been solved so I may be able to UU one of the Bubble Baths on my PP list before the end of the month I hope to have a few more UUs before the end of this month.

VALM

poppytattoo wrote: »

Hello everyone! I'm quite late to the party but very new to MSE Forums and I would love to take a leaf out of your books and join this challenge for 2018!

I have a bad habit of buying stuff when I convince myself it's a bargain, but never getting round to using them. Need to do a total stock-take of my cosmetics and toiletries, but for kick-off I think I have about three mascaras that I'm not using up (bought from Poundland when they have maybelline/loreal stuff in!).

I think I will save a fortune if I only buy what I need. You have all inspired me!

Welcome to the challenge. The thing to remember with bargains is they are never one time only deals. The same offers come around time and time again. The key thing is to wait until you actually need something and shop around as there are plenty of places to buy products from as they are not so exclusive any more. This was my problem. Was always influenced into buying because something was limited edition or a special deal.

shed35

Hi

Lying low with this virus that has been going around so thought I do my weekly update:-

UU
Avoncare Aloe Vera Handcream
Verbana Soap
Avene Cleansing Soap
Superdrug Baby Sensitive Hand Gel

IN
Burt Bee Camomile and Bark Creamy Cleanser
Burt Bee Sensitive Facial Cleanser
Garnier Ultimate Blend Coconut and Macadamia Shampoo

Total = 99

Thought I ran out of shampoo so quickly brought one only to find a spare in the cupboard

Tolteca87

I've been working on a Clarins Hand & Nail but while it goes in easily my hands can still be dry next morning if I use it at night. It isn't as effective as the Rituals Hand Balm - also on the go. My hands feel nice an smooth and comfy when I wake up.

Clarins H&N smells ok but I think I prefer the L'Occ Jasmine & Bergamot for smell - also on the go. Which seems to be the same level of moisturisation.
When I ever run out of handcream I think I'll go back to L'Occ 15% Shea. However, this may not be this decade given how much is in the stash.
And that there is a BS Rose handcream also on the go. Which is okay but nothing brilliant.

Binned a L'Oreal Colour Riche red nail polish when the brush would not reach the last bit at the bottom. A pet peeve. Ok, but nothing special and I have tons of np. WNBA
Had to do the other hand with Nails Inc Victoria & Albert which remains as chiptastic as ever. WDNBA.

VALM

Tolteca87 wrote: »

I've been working on a Clarins Hand & Nail but while it goes in easily my hands can still be dry next morning if I use it at night. It isn't as effective as the Rituals Hand Balm - also on the go. My hands feel nice an smooth and comfy when I wake up.

Clarins H&N smells ok but I think I prefer the L'Occ Jasmine & Bergamot for smell - also on the go. Which seems to be the same level of moisturisation.
When I ever run out of handcream I think I'll go back to L'Occ 15% Shea. However, this may not be this decade given how much is in the stash.
And that there is a BS Rose handcream also on the go. Which is okay but nothing brilliant.

Binned a L'Oreal Colour Riche red nail polish when the brush would not reach the last bit at the bottom. A pet peeve. Ok, but nothing special and I have tons of np. WNBA
Had to do the other hand with Nails Inc Victoria & Albert which remains as chiptastic as ever. WDNBA.

I am really impressed by the Lulu Time Bomb Hand to Hand Combat cream.

I also own NI Victoria & Albert. Still a lovely red.

I've repaintied my nails wearing Just a Little Dangerous with OPI Infinite Shine Top Coat and it looks good.

catherinekate

7 UU for me this month, nothing exciting. Think I will have two more by the end of the month. Slow and steady does it! I will join in on the 5 by Spring in February.

Two Ins, both necessaryish. I run a system of "one item out = £1 I can spend on makeup etc" and I am still within this:
Superdrug mens shaving foam - £1 for 2 whereas the women's was £2.50 per can.
Garnier Coconut water shampoo - making myself alternate this with some Aussie shampoo which no longer suits my hair. Can get away with 1 wash as long as I alternate it.

Nail varnish: mine peels off my nails within 2-3 days no matter what I try. Rather than chipping, it lifts from underneath. I wonder if I have oily nail beds. Advice welcome!

Welcome newbies and nice to see everyone's progress

Kate

VALM

Another UU : sample sachet of L'Occitane Divine cream. I have only two sample sachets which are both from Bare Minerals. One is an eye cream. Need to research what the other is.

redglitters

UU from my PP Rituals Sakura body lotion 70ml-WBA (got this in a beauty box or calendar)if I get through the rest of my body lotions first. This was so nice, smells lovely and drys in quickly for getting dressed.

dolly84

catherine/kate wrote: »

7 UU for me this month, nothing exciting. Think I will have two more by the end of the month. Slow and steady does it! I will join in on the 5 by Spring in February.

Two Ins, both necessaryish. I run a system of "one item out = £1 I can spend on makeup etc" and I am still within this:
Superdrug mens shaving foam - £1 for 2 whereas the women's was £2.50 per can.
Garnier Coconut water shampoo - making myself alternate this with some Aussie shampoo which no longer suits my hair. Can get away with 1 wash as long as I alternate it.

Nail varnish: mine peels off my nails within 2-3 days no matter what I try. Rather than chipping, it lifts from underneath. I wonder if I have oily nail beds. Advice welcome!

Welcome newbies and nice to see everyone's progress

Kate

I find Orly Bonder Base Coat and CND Stickey Base Coat work well under nail polish.

VALM

Another UU: Jo Malone Dark Ginger and Amber body oil. This was bought for me as a birthday gift by MRM a couple of years ago. I really think this brand is overhyped and would not seek to repurchase or let him purchase any more for me. I still have the fragrance to use up.