MINIMALISM SERIES | 50 THINGS I DON'T BUY (save money & waste!)
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When I stopped buying alcohol every week we saved soooo much money. I was a bad alcoholic just 3 months ago but have been sober since and have probably saved around $600+ at this point.
Wow so amazing! You should be so proud of yourself!!!
Omg I didn’t expect you to read this 😭😭 thank you so much Madeleine. I did it for my little boy, he deserves a sober mommy. I haven’t looked back since 💕💕
He does! You can do it! I believe in you ❤️
Thank you so much! You’re such an icon to me, I couldn’t let you down either! 😊😊
Congratulations Erica, that is such an open & honest & personal thing to share, well done!
I adore the idea of minimalism, and I'm really trying to embrace it, little by little. But there is one thing I will always buy: books. I love them truly. The smell, the texture... I go to the library too, but it is never the same for me. I re-read them all the time and I mark the pages for later. I just love them. I think I will always allow myself that little thing because I keep loving books and finding them full of purpose.
I’m the same way. I embrace the minimalist lifestyle but I always keep my books and am always buying more. I would buy used books to save money and to extend their life. I feel no guilt about it because this lifestyle is about making it mine. Books gives me knowledge, wisdom, and colors to the boring everyday life.
Thank you! I loved that sentence "this lifestyle is about making it mine"!
Minimalism is adaptable :)
Ditto
That is exactly what I was thinking and then I saw your comment:))
I think a cool minimalism video idea would be to talk about the good and bad purchases you’ve made as a minimalist! Like you always say, it’s a journey. And even when you’ve made a lot of progress as a minimalism, we’re still humans, and sometimes we make a decision that we think will work out, but doesn’t. I know I still make “bad” purchases as a minimalist! But I do learn from them. Like realizing that gold jewelry catches my eye, but I just don’t wear it. I prefer to actually wear silver.
Love this idea!
Katie Hartman love this idea!
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Sustainable Vegan has done a video on this :)
I dont buy cigarettes since I stopped smoking over 3 years ago. Thats a BIG money saver and smoking is just such a stupid habit 😊
Emilie good for you! That’s a tough thing to stop! 👏👏👏👏
Thank you so much! 😍
Smart love 👌
Same here I stopped smoking about a year ago. I do use a vape pen but I'm almost down to no nicotine. So as soon as that happens I'm done for good. I'm so grateful for vape pens. I tried 12 times to quit over the last 25 years . But was never successful.
That is so awesome! Vape pens are a good help 😊
I thought I grew up poor, but actually I’m a minimalist cool
LOL You're a pioneer of the minimalist movement.
Comment right on spot, with this new trends....
Lmao that's exactly what I think when I watch these videos. All these people are talking about the things they don't buy anymore and I'm here like "I've never bought some of them ever cause my poor ass can't afford them"
Alesia Delgado I had heaps of stuff as a kid but at the age of 11, something switched in my mind and I gave up all my old toys and most of my stuff, including clothes and furniture and my room ended up with very few things, like a minimalist room(I had no idea what that was at the time) because I realised most of the stuff meant nothing to me. I loved my room from then
I was thinking that when she said some of the stuff she stopped buying or used to own... I couldn't afford to own that much in the first place 😂
I learned this from the UA-cam channel The Financial Diet, but something that's really helping me to stop spending on unnecessary things is to write a wish list. Every time I think "Oh, I want that/could use that right now" I'll write it down, and if I've written down the same thing 5 times in a year, I allow myself to buy it. This really helps me to realise what I do and don't actually need! My achilles heel is dog stuff though, I still buy my dog way too many things XD
Love this tip!! Such a good idea!
What about things that don't necessarily make sense once you wait a year? Like a camera before a long trip? Or a new phone cause your old one's broken? :)
oh my god thats a good idea ❤️😍
Dog stuff! I thought I was the only one! It's so tempting to buy new toys and treats.
It's always the pets... haha 😂
Less is so much more. I traveled around Asia with a small back pack and from then I realised I didn’t need anything.
YES!!
Closet that fits into suitcase is kind of my wet dream
Ironically, becoming a “minimalist” in 2016 made me become MORE materialistic, but in a good way!! For me it’s not so much what I stopped buying but what I started buying. When you consciously limit your number of possessions, each and every item counts. You start to care way more about things like quality and longevity. This led me to invest in top quality basics (read high quality denim, sturdy outerwear and well made footwear). These things are VERY expensive and I found that once I’d invested in them, I was too skint to splurge on anything else 😂😂😂.
JBO2493 yes I use to buy so many of those cheap Chinese purses that break like the same day you purchase them lol but now I rather invest in a high brand leather only items :)
Instead you should try high quality vegan materials :)
I stop my souvenir temptation but buying a postcard or two instead! Satisfies me and they’re cheap and don’t take up a lot of room
Fiona M I do this too! Works as wall art also 😊
I do not buy souvenirs. I enjoy my time and take plentynof pictures :)
Same!
Been doing this since my teens! I also collect art postcards at museums of favourite paintings.
Souvenirs are stupidly overpriced
I've thought about doing a "no buy" for the rest of the year, except Christmas gifts and whatnot. So, print out a blank calender with days, and color in all the days on which I didn't buy anything unnecessary with green, and then if buying anything that isn't budget related like food, toilet paper, whatnot, color it in with red. And writing on it what I bought then. I think, instead of saying that you "limit" yourself, if you make it a challenge, it's mentally more appealing. So it's like "yes, I managed not to buy anything" instead of "shuck, I'm not supposed to buy anything".
Billythachikk really cool idea!
Great idea just stop buying.
I have a budget of needs and things to save for, and keep track of my receipts for either each month or even each week. I know approximately how much I'm spending with each store, so if I go over, I go less somewhere else if I can. And practice the 'one thing comes in, one thing like it goes out'...I need to get back to doing that, because my house looked great at that point.
So glad the 25ish on up are doing more minimalism. I'm 65 and raise on a farm in Missouri. We couldn't afford all these extra things. Today's lifestyle is to consume.
As a guy who's used double edged safety razors ever since I first started shaving, let me tell you - they are *AMAZING*
They are super safe (hence the name) and retain sharpness for a long time. I recommend Feather blades from Japan. From my experience they are the sharpest and therefore safest to use (no tugging) Feathers come packaged in a little bit of plastic, but the great thing about them is that the packaging also serves as a blade bank to safely dispose of used blades. You simply retrieve a new blade from the top and slide the old blade in the bottom. Super convenient.
I needed this! I am broke right now and felt like I was “missing out” from not buying
You inspired me to clean out my wardrobe. I got rid of 6 really big bags of clothes and shoes that I donated and now I'm planning on only buying things that I really need and that are sustainable. I even got a list on my phone of things that I actually do need and brands that are actually good for the environement. So thank you!
Which brands are these? 😊
my weakness is books. I love reading and i love owning my own books and so this is where most of my money goes to. I've been trying to always buy second hand versions of the book i want but often it's difficult for me to find them...otherwise i feel like everything else on this list i can/already do
Me too! I simply don't get on with eBooks, the magic is not the same!
Izzy! Books are never, ever a weakness! Wash your mouth out with soap... LOL I agree with Lab, too. eBooks are in no way (at all) the same.
There is nothing wrong with buying books!! One of my goals in life is to own a house and build my own personal library!
I think books is the best weakness to have. If you're not buying a lot on the list you're already making a good change and saving money!💪
Vinegar is an excellent fabric softer. I use it in the washing maschine. Helps keep the fabrics and colors fresh. The smell fades when the clothes are dry.
This video is so refreshing to watch - I watch far too many youtubers who are constantly talking about what to buy next when in actual fact we don’t need a thing and have far too much already! Really has opened my eyes x
I have been using washable cotton pads for years. I love it! I also use toilet paper for extra stuffing on heavy flow days. When I habe my first kid in December, I plan to do a combo of Elimination communication and fabric diapers.
I just bought a bunch of stuff online (blueland) for reusable and compostable cleanimg products. Even the repacement packages come in compostable packaging.
I have a small potted veggie garden and plan to use half my back yeard next year for gardening, I have a small compost bin already starting for use next spring.
I'm not always great with this, but about 10 months ago I started portioning food baggies of 100 calories each so I can better regulate and control my diet by eatting frequently. I lost more weight than I intended to and saved a lot of money but can up my intake in a controled way to be right where i want to be. And know that I'm still getting plenty of different nutrients and shopping for more nutrient dense foods.
I had heaps of stuff as a kid but at the age of 11, something switched in my mind and I gave up all my old toys and most of my stuff, including clothes and furniture and my room ended up with very few things, like a minimalist room(I had no idea what that was at the time) because I realised most of the stuff meant nothing to me. I loved my room from then
same lol
Before buying new things I ask around my friends, co-workes and family. You will be surprised how much stuff people hoard in their basements. This way I got a toaster, a bed and a brand new Jack Wolfskin wintercoat for 50 € last month. Most people are glad to get rid of this stuff before selling it to strangers. I always wonder why they buy high end electronics and kitchen gear only to put it aside...
Previously I was spending tons of money on meats and dairy and by switching to vegan, my bill for shopping is now sooo cheap and I'm getting more for my money and its stretching for longer, you inspire me to live a more healthier, cost effective and happier life :) loving the minimal life!
Haha im suprised, i went from vegan to meat and dairy bcs its way cheaper and healthier,at least for me..on vegan diet i lost my hair and start feelin dizzy and weak😅
You are my inspiration. I love how you emphasize that everyone is on a different journey. Minimalism for you looks different than it does for me! And that’s ok!
Yes exactly!!
I’ve started little by little. Thank you for this video. I work in dental hygiene field, please don’t replace dental floss for water picks. Nothing can replace toothbrush and floss🤗
Why
They are not meant to replace string floss ,it’s a tool that you used as an addition.Thats what their research says “In conjunction with floss” it’s good for people with braces or gum disease again as an addiction ❤️🦷
Appreciate you bringing light to thus politely! Very important!!
If you want softer fabric don’t use a softener. Instead, use 1/4 -1/3 of the (environmentally friendly!) washing powder/ liquid it says on the box and 1/4 cup of sodium bicarbonate. Or no powder but 1/2 cup bicarb and 1-2 tsp of eucalyptus oil. In the compartment of your machine you’d normally put the softener, use about 1/2 cup of white vinegar (or fill to the max line, don’t exceed it!). Hang to dry, preferably in the sun as it’s antibacterial and helps to remove stains. If you can’t, hang dry wherever possible. The vinegar helps to remove all the washing powder from the fabric and that’s how it softens, rather than masking it over 👍🏻
I say eucalyptus oil as it’s a disinfectant. SOO good on towels and sheets! And the smell 😌
Just be careful about drying your colored clothes in the sun, as it can really "burn" the color away from the fabrics.
I worked with a tailor that has worked for Harry Rosen and other big names in men's suits, plus she ran her own tailoring business for many years. She is retired but always dressed to impress, many outfits were classy and vintage, but they looked brand new. Her trick for softening and preserving fabrics is using white vinegar instead of fabric softener. I switched too in 2015, and I have never gone back. Also, your clothes does not smell like vinegar. I use a 1/3 for a large load. Apparently this is common knowledge with the older folks because when I told my grandmother, she was like 'duh, you didn't know that?'
About the Dental Hygiene products: nothing replaces flossong, a water pik is used in ADDITION to flossing, not in place of. The water pik will never get underneath the gums, just shoots in between. And just a tidbit, you're brushing incorrectly with your power brush. Keep it still and only the bristles are moving, not your hand. It's not a manual brush. Rethink buying floss!! Unless, you want peridontal disease that is.
Floss has never really worked out for me as I have very very tiny teeth so the waterpik works great and my teeth are doing fine! Also I wasn’t actually brushing my teeth - just filming it for the video 👍🏻
@Arakaneï tooth decay and gingivitis are two separate issues. Typically someone has one or the other, some unfortunately have both. You can have ZERO decay and have periodontal disease. Two completely different bacterial species.
Arakaneï Brushing your teeth is not enough. Flossing is very important to prevent gingivitis, because it takes away the bacteria, that's been siting in your interdental space and no other toothbrush than interdental toothbrushes can reach there.
Arakaneï Talk to your dentist, that's the best advice I can give you. :) Mine told me, that everyone thinks their teeth are too close together, but eventually, dentists will help you find the interdental toothbrush in the size that will fit you perfectly. Trust me, I've been there. :)
I learned that brushing your tongue actually pushes the bacteria to the back of your tongue. Using a tongue scraper is better to clean your tongue
Please, you need to add subtitles for the deaf/hard of hearing
‘It doesn’t mean I don’t poo’ 🤣🤣🤣
Use white vinegar or small amount baking soda as a fabric softer 💕
thank you for that video Maddie!!! I personally stopped buying wipes and cottons that can't be washed. I replaced everything with reusable items / cloths etc. I also stopped to buy during the sales and I check the quality of a product before buying it. I also started to buy second hand a lot, thank you for all your tips, my minimalism journey isn't over of course but I think I'm going in the right direction!
My rule is that if I use it a lot, it’s not a waste. I mean, I have a lot of beauty products, but I use them all regularly. I have lots of kitchen equipment, but I use it all a lot. The hard part is figuring out ahead of time whether you will use an item regularly! That takes practice, but I’m getting much better at it.
I've stopped buying as much makeup. I limit myself to one small makeup bag with my absolute favorites. I only buy something to replace something else. It not only saves me space, but also makes getting ready very fast and simple because I only have the items that I use and love. Also, when traveling, I can just grab and go.
I can highly recommend charity shops for books too - I’ve found great ones and then when I’m done I just donate them back to share them with friends and family xxx
Can I just say, you’re truly an inspiration and your inspire me to follow in your footsteps!
I love how minimalism and saving money go hand in hand!
I was going thru my CD/DVD collection (no, I will NOT be giving them up: don't care to be so dependent on technology to get at things that I love) and found that I had two copies of a few of them. An important part of minimalism is organizing what you do choose to keep so that you don't duplicate purchases. (Currently TRYING to go more minimalist in my lifestyle.) The thing is, I only paid 90 cents for each one because I got them from thrift stores.
The ultimate of recycling: thrift stores. I have found extremely nice things there (it's like a treasure hunt) and if I chose to lose them later, it is not painful because I know I didn't pay that much for them. I also helped keep it out of the land fills.
Just a big tip for minimalists: when you chose to do this, do not discard/curb side your items when purging! Donate them directly to a charity thrift store. Please keep your "stuff" out of the land fills.
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Yay Maddie! Always love Minimalism inspo 😊 Miss you!
Miss you too Zoey!!!
So far I’ve stopped buying clothes that I don’t need, I’m a vegetarian so I don’t buy meat and always go with plant based options if that’s available. I AIM to stop buying much of what’s mentioned in the video, especially plastic stuff! Love the inspo
I’ve found your channel at the perfect time - my clothes shopping is out of control. Thanks for inspiring me to rethink my purchases! x
I’m a mom of 5 and buying kids clothes, toys, makeup things for my preteen/teen girls, shoes....anything really lol can be tempting. We actually went second hand school shopping this year and they all loved it! It was fun finding little treasures that you wouldn’t normally find in a new shop. Shoes are hard to find second hand bc typically they are just too worn.
A great video! I'm working on repairing clothes or other items instead of throwing them away. I feel my own generation always has had the luxury of buying something new when something was broken, but the generation before hasn't. The funny thing is, I'm learning lot of ways to 'save' clothing or household items from my mother and it's been inspiring!
YES! My parents have given me appliances, a countertop from the kitchen, and a couch because they were purchasing new ones. I didn't arrive there in time to rescue the cabinetry, unfortunately. They'd already gotten rid of it. I'm glad you couldn't see my face at that point. AGH!
1. Beauty products: conditioner, post-wash, cottons, experimental makeup, face products, dry shampoo, foundation, shower gel, shaving foam, mouthwash, plastic toothbrash, dental floss, razors.
2. Household: kitchen towel, specific cleaner, plastic bag, deco, fabric softener, air fresh, clothes & accessories, fast fashion, single-wear items, on-sale clothes, impractical clothes, jewellry, handbags, heels.
3- tech: dvd, poor quality, new tech, pricey apps, batteries.
4- food: animal products, bottled water, alcohol, multiples, takeaway, pre prepared foods.
5- tampons, duplicates, books, magazines, souvenirs, phone cases, branded items, sales.
Great video, and thank you for recognising that everyone is in different circumstances. Many of these kinds of videos can feel like lectures but yours was empathetic and informative!
Honestly I would not recommend getting rid of shaving cream!!! I did a few years back and i re-introduced in my skincare routine recently. Having a really sensitive and thin skin, i got scratches and burns without it. No post moisturizer could make up for that. And yes, I tried oil or soap! If you want to save money there is a simple trick: buy men's sharing cream. It is more efficient and WAY less expensive, plus the sensitive skin option is really taken into account.
Just a heads up for anyone who has an IUD and wants to use a menstrual cup... be extremely careful! I wore one and when I took it out, suction was created and it ended up partially taking the IUD out and (luckily it didn't in my case) it can puncture something. Just be careful ladies!
I have an iud and use a cup. I just make sure to squeeze the cup to break suction first before taking it out
You should 'pop' the cup to take away suction before removing.
I've had an IUD for 15+ years and a cup for about 10. No problem if you remove correctly
Same here. It partially dislodged my paragard and I couldn’t have a period for two months because of it
Buy reusable pads from etsy. Support the small stores. I love the ones i got from Etsy or Lunapads if you want to splurge.
Ive also stoped buyin clothes, shoes, and unnecessary things extra things. Now Im tryin to be conscious with every dollar. I realize that helpin others is what really brings me joy. Whether a family member in need, a friend or poor people here or in other countries. Also givin to charities like St Jude, animal shelters, etc.
I’ve heard a lot of this before but found your video very inspirational - what a huge change from your previous lifestyle to become so much more environmentally conscious and minimalist! There is hope for us all! I’m vegan and mostly zero-waste. Seeing how the majority of people live is saddening but seeing your story gives me hope. It seems to be catching on and videos like yours helps to inspire others! Thank you.
I’m doing a research study on fast fashion for one of my classes in uni and I really appreciated the links you have provided in your description. Thank you so much! I absolutely adore your channel ❤️
I love minimalism. It reduces stress so much. My worst nightmare is having a house packed with unnecessary things, taking up physical and mental space. My mother in law told my husband that I remind her of the poor people from a village in her homeland because I only had one handbag and when told that I needed more because "it's embarrassing" I said that I don't need them 😂. Funny how some people think... 😅
currently in uni and also transitioning to veganism and it really is worth it. quite some effort is needed to actually look around for vegan products in a new city but I am certain it will get easier. also, minimalism in uni is soooooo nice if you move for the year bc you don't have to leave too much (anything) behind, e.g. clothes, shoes...I'm still working on it
I dont know whether I already live as a minimalist or I'm just poor
You're so real and down to earth, my favourite youtuber 😊 Thank you for inspiring me to declutter and simplify my life, my health has benefited so much from it.
I never understood air freshener thing. Air is already fresh, why I will need to spray it with sth? :P
jennysparrow well when some people poop the air isn't fresh anymore... xD
@@NA-yq4pe yeah but people often use it not only in a toilet. They spray it all over their apartments.
I agree, like, if your space smells bad, maybe it's your space and not the air? Like, open some windows or take out the trash, lol. Unless, you are stressed for instance, then a room freshener with lavender would be good. So I guess it depends.
@@Billythachikk My house seems to have a permanent smell. I can't find it. I have cleaned my house top to bottom repeatedly and I can still smell.. something..
Part of me thinks its the actual house? Part of me thinks it's the people living below us. It just smells old and stale but strong as well. Air fresheners, candles and incense are a life saver! :) Incense more than anything. They are the cheapest and they literally burn away. Also, they are at a several small business shops in my area so that means I can bring my own bag and buy many different scents. I'm also helping out them instead of a big corporation!
@Jana M Its possible but we are in a rental as of yet. New plan is to buy our own house within the next year maybe 2 years so we are not too concerned about it at the moment. Our focus is saving at this point :)
Maddie my tip would be don't buy electrical products that just do one thing (airfryer, deepfryer, rice cooker, instapot etc) Especially if you can already use what you have (oven, saucepans, frypan, stove top) Its so easy to think you "need" that gadget to cook great meals, when in fact you don't! An oven & a baking tray lined with a splat mat will do the job of an airfryer. A saucepan on the stove cooks rice as good as a rice cooker. Its far cheaper, takes up less space & is better for the environment. You get my drift 😁 Fantastic vlog btw....much love from Australia 😘
I agree with this except the rice cooker!! It makes such a drastic difference, you can't make as good as rice on the stovetop. Rice is a main staple of my diet, though, so I may be a bit biased😁
@@maddie7414 i hearya, ive wanted one for years, but i just cant bring myself to bring one more appliance into my home....im new to down sizing & its a wonderfully freeing feeling everytime i get rid of something or choose not to buy.
I agree with everything except the instapot. An instapot isn't a one use thing, it's an 8 use thing. (Also works as a rice cooker, for example.) Plus, I could never lived without a slow cooker!
Lauren T I agree! You can sauté in the instant pot, make yogurt, cake, rice, soups, stews, and it cooks beans from dry. Definitely not an appliance to be lumped in with one-use products. You could literally get rid of every pot and pan in your kitchen and be ok with this
I dont agree about the slow cooker. It’s a great time saver.
Honestly I can't imagine my life without buying new books 🙄 but I try to use less plastic and eat vegan
Haha go for it! Nothing wrong with buying new books!
I go to bookstores and take pictures of the book covers then reserve them from the library. Free!
The animals thank you they suffer horrific cruelty its beyond evil.
Lady Bohemia you have to pay for the library overhere
I feel you
i love the idea of minimalism and have been trying to implement it into my life recently, but my weakness is books. they make me SO happy and i'll never stop buying them. but one goal I do have is to make sure I don't buy anymore until all the ones I have are read. it's been a fun challenge to tackle my shelf and so rewarding. It's also given me a chance to sort my books and donate the ones I no longer love...and as long as I continue to feel passion for reading, I won't beat myself up over my love for books.
most of these are great. im very interested in minimalism, however, i find it difficult and unpractical for me to change my life so drastically by de-cluttering in a really massive way. i de-clutter little by little and i've put my mind to just stop buying stuff (specially clothes, shoes, beauty products, jewelry etc, and weirdly, restaurant meals and fast food) and just appreciate what clothes i have and finish out beauty products. it has still made me more conscious of what i buy and what i have but some of the thing you mentioned ive never thought of
Love this video! I’m trying to break my hoarding habits...my first rule is I need more crap going out than in!!” This helps me a lot and save money in the process!
This video NEEDS to go viral it's like money saving tips all in one . But can you do a desperate video how you budget and save uni money etc I'm at uni now . Also a video on buying your first home moving out saving tips mortgages as a student would be sooo beneficial xx
Actually Black Friday is a great opportunity for minimalists as well. The thing is you try to wait until this moment to buy all of the things you really need. I'm not talking about buying everything you like. Like clothes and shoes and oils and so on, obviously only the ones you really really need. An example? My boots are pretty old and damaged, still I can use them for a month I think, but during black Friday week I bought a new pair for 50 euros! That's a good price (their Normal price is 90 ). In a few weeks I'll have to throw the old pair away and will start using the new ones without paying them 90 euros (their current price). I have a classic stile so I can do this every time I need something.
Love your videos❤️
Good luck ❤️
love this video! i think some people (myself included) can sometimes be turned off to things like veganism and minimalism because some of those people "preach" or yell in a condesending way that if you're not living with two items and only eating native fruits you're a terrible person. little steps count! love that you're not condesending and very sweet!
You are utterly totally completely brilliant. Just discovered you and am now binge watching your vids! Loving it. Thank you so much. Really really really relatable and inspiring. X
Love it! I do buy multiples for staple foods when they’re on sale though. Canned tomatoes (unless it’s summer), peanut butter and jam ✌️ saves me loads of money
And don’t get takeaways ever! I’d rather go out every once in a while than get takeaways. They’re really expensive here and it’s usually unhealthy & wasteful
I'm slowly becoming more of a minimalist...I have already adopted a lot of the things on your list...and like yourself, the moon up has changed my life! Other things I don't buy are disposable sanitary pads (use reusable cloth ones), toilet roll (reusable flannel wipes.....check out cheeky wipes for these and pads), washing powder (currently using soap nuts, but think I will make my own when that are done). I would condition my hair with a diluted apple cider vinegar rinse with few drops of tea tree oil in it.
Argan oil is literally the only beauty/hair product anyone needs! It's amazing ♡
Virgin olive oil...you can eat it too!
wow as you went through that list i realised that there are a lot of things i no longer buy either since starting with zero waste and minimalism! So refreshing to remind yourself how far you've come :)
Best makeup remover: coconut oil! A little goes a long way. Definitely better for tattoo cover make up because it’s an oil, but you can use it for your face makeup too if your skin is dry or you have a regular wash routine
Hello! So my question is when you go out with friends , what do you guys do? What do you do in your free time? When I hang out with my friends, it's coffee dates and shopping malls. I want to embark in a minimalist life style but I also do not know how to work that around my social life. SOS
Also, I am 20 years old living in Las Vegas. Not much outdoorsy stuff to do :(
I use a small,amount of white vinegar instead of fabric softener. Works perfectly, doesn’t smell at all.
I absolutely loved this video!!!! Thank you so much for sharing your tips :) I’ve been on a minimalist/saving money journey and sometimes it gets really hard but this gives me new ideas to think about!
Save save save a lots of money. Thank you to minimalism
i think a good way to reduce waste from razors is to get laser hair removal, cuts down how often you need to shave until eventually you don't need to shave at all
these tips are golddddd!! such little changes that make such a huge difference.
Great video.
I'm not a minimalist, it's just not me, but living a low waste life as much as possible so am slowly decluttering my hoard (shopaholic as well). I'm definitely struggling with craft supplies, fabric and stationery - I've spend a fortune on them over the last few years and find it so difficult to resist buying them.
i stopped using makeup remover wipes or cotton pads a long time ago, and i now just use coconut oil and my fingers! i apply it to my face straight from the jar and work it into my mascara then rinse with warm water (kinda very warm water, if i'm being honest). I follow with a face wash (Paula's Choice Calm cleanser for dry skin) since coconut oil is comedogenic. I'd actually say if you have acne-prone skin, coconut oil might not be your best bet and i'd try maybe argan oil or some sort of cleansing oil.
I love this kinds of videos.You inspires me to be more aware about the things that I buy. Before I could buy allot of food that I didnt need and it sat in my cubboard for ages. No I only buy food that I really know that Im going to eat and I buy stuff that I can use for multiplies of dishes. This have made me save allot of money. I also bought things that I in general didnt need. Now Im more aware of the things that I buy.
Thank you for sharing this video! I'm not vegan but I'm trying to get back into minimalism cause I grew up that way but got sucked into the "buy this cause it's amazing" media and as a result I'm spending at to much money on stuff I don't use/need. I was vegan for a week but it's not my thing. Love this video!
thank you so much for being vegan and a minimalist, and taking care of our environment!!!! :)
Tongue scrapers are a great alternative to mouthwash
Thank you for this informative video! I already use reusable bags for shopping, reusable water bottles and ended fast fashion purchases. I'm going to go through each section of my home to declutter. Cheers!
And with clothing... share! Need a dress for an event? Borrow from a friend or relo. My mates and I do it all the time.
Your hair looks gorgeous! ❤️
*The perfect makeup remover is organic coconut oil, all you need is a cotton ball and coconut oil. Washing your face afterwards removes any oil left or just rinse your face with water and it will be hydrated and soft. Not greasy.*
J T for some though like me coconut oil creates horrible break outs to my face as it probably clogs my pores, but if you can use it that’s great! I stick to a normal mild bar soap tho lol
Coconut oil is great as a make up remover but at least you are sure it would not break you out I wouldn't recommend to leave it for moisturizering purposes since coul easily clog your pores but if you want to moisture perhaps jojoba oil is better since its comodegenic level is minimal but it way les runny I used coconut oil to take off my eyes and lips makeup sometimes face too but I clean right away avoiding that absorbs since it breaks me out
I do have alot of stuff. Beginning of 2019 I started to declutter. It took me so much time. Now It’s almost the end of the year and I still have many stuff. I can’t let them go. Sorry. I want to be a minimalist but I find that getting rid of stuff you own is a waste of money. I’m waiting to use all my products, my clothes and shoes to get bad or damaged. I just stopped buying new things. It’s working out for me fine. Just getting a little impatient cus I will love for everything to be gone fast!
a cool option for buying tech is seeking out refurbished tech items. they're items that are second hand but have been restored to a like new condition, and this makes them more affordable! usually tech stores sell refurbished tech items as well as new stuff, just gotta do some google searching to see what places do this :)
I would recommend getting an electric depilitator in place of using a razor. It gives a smoother finish and you don’t need to do it as often as shaving. I know it makes your eyes water the first time (or two) that you use it but it does get better the more you use it as the hairs grow through more thinly and and slowly.
I have been binge watching your videos and I’m so motivated and intrigued. This video has really opened my eyes to what I don’t need and what I have wasted my money on. Thank you so much for all your tips!
I get so excited when you upload ✨
Just so you’re aware an air flosser or one of those things that shoots water through your teeth is NOT A REPLACEMENT FOR FLOSSING! If you’re air flossing you need to do both that and regular flossing unfortunately! The water does not get underneath your gums like floss does so you can still get subgingival calculus. You do you girl but just wanted to give you the information so you can at least make your own informed decision 😊😊😊❤️❤️❤️
My dentist recommended it instead of regular flossing? Confused now (and annoyed at my dentist!)
@@violettiger21 My dentist said to do both. Be on the safe side. Gum issues suck and are costly. :)
Thank you so much so tired of people trying to save time and money by being lazy. Yeah thats right lets be honest youre lazy dont gimmie this environmental bullshit.
@@violettiger21 there is a lot of controversy between dentists whether flossing is necessary. Especially if you go to the dentist as recommended.
I love this! I have been binge watching these videos and it has inspired me to take the plunge and declutter and live way more minimalistically! I am tired of all the stuff cluttering my house and my brain! I love the way its reduced my stress and anxiety too :) I decided to take the plunge and inspire my tribe to do the same to and started a series on minimalism as well. Hoping to help reduce the consumerism as much as I can! Keep up the great content!
Borrowing books from/to friends is the biggest trap of all, I can't recall a single one that has been returned to me. Buying books is better than libraries, people are too lazy to get over there and actually borrow books( though I rarely re-read so I donate them to libraries). And with e-books all you need is a Kindle anyway.
You look so pretty and natural. I can relate to so much of what you mentioned here. You're basically everything I would like to be!
I'm a year into the vegan, low waste lifestyle and it's really transformed my shopping habits. My slip offs are Lush soaps (plus they're quite low waste- I choose the naked options- and ethical, so it's hard to resist lol). I have gradually replaced lots of single use items with reusable ones (water bottle, coffee cup, make up remover pads, cloth period pads etc) but I'm so sooooo afraid to switch to a safety razor xD
Do you have a link to the water floss thing? 😊 🦷 x
Great video! Love how adapted minimalism is :) I've cut back entirely on shoes, beauty and bags since travelling because I don't have the space in my suitcase! But I still buy tons of clothes second hand and just donate them again as I move :) Still keen to try no-poo because your hair looks amaaaaazing!
I have stopped buying loofahs and I just use a washcloth instead. I am not really a minimalist though but I try to be a conscious buyer and I declutter stuff I don't use anymore quite frequently.
I’ve stopped buying sandwich bags and opted for reusable ones instead! I’ve also found a local person who will take my old food scraps and compost them ☺️
Shoes were always a big thing for me before starting my minimalism journey. Not that I don't buy shoes, but that I try to only have a few that go with everything. I'm planning on getting rid of my heels soon to and switching to a more comfortable alternative.
Great video! I would suggest you use some kind of floss like dental lace because the water picks are not a substitute for flossing. But of course if your dentist has okayed it, go ahead! :)
Agree! Floss is the only thing that really cleans between the teeth and gums. Great video, but mouthwash and floss are super important for oral health ☺️
AND there are plenty of compostable flosses on the market
Totally agree! I never flossed and I trip to the dentist changed that. he found a lot of cavities because I didnt floss for a long time. brushing alone cannot clean your teeth!
Such a great list - lots of ideas to help cut down, especially cleaning products, which is a big problem for me. Luckily I recently found an environmentally friendly surface cleaner and once all the other detergents finish I'm not going to replace them. Soap is also something I recently started using again - so much cheaper as well. No plastic shopping bags, less take-out coffee. But I do love take out which is a bad habit :( Thanks for this again!
What’s funny is, simply from being more broke then anything most of the time, a lot of those things I’ve stopped doing.
1. Makeup: honestly, I’m no good at it lol
2. Magazines: I don’t think I’ve read more then Game Informer, a few times, and I don’t have a subscription.
3. Mouthwash: I have had it, but I think I’ll make my own, I haven’t had any for a long time.
4. Fabric softener: you’re right, and anyway, vinegar works just fine
5. Hair products: I don’t know what I’m doing in the Beaty dept so....I just dry my hair and go.
There are more things from your list (not buy expensive meat: relatable) I won’t go through the list, but I’d say I’m half way there, and I love the points and options you talk about for everything!
Very helpful!