I was in a shop the other day where candles were on sale and I so badly wanted to get one because "it's only $6!" However, I remembered to take a second to do some critical thinking and reminded myself that I already have two at home that aren't even halfway used yet, and I don't need to buy something just because it's on sale. I'm finally starting to get joy from saving my hard-earned dollars instead of just spending them on junk.

So, I was 29 and still dealing with acne. I got determined to figure out what the cause was, because I'm so sick of dealing with it since I was a teenager. I tried all kinds of products like special cleansers, masks, serums, moisturizers, you name it. I would spend too much money on this stuff in their tiny little plastic bottles. I got special body wash, followed routines, you name it. Nothing helped. I still had acne regularly. So now I'm out some money and even more frustrated.

Then, I went without washing my face with any kind of soap or cleanser for three days. And wouldn't you know it? My skin started clearing up. So I went a week just using a clean cloth and warm water. Followed up with a drugstore brand moisturizer with sunscreen in it.

I haven't had any breakouts in months! I started just using a bar of Dove soap in the shower and I'm saving money and plastic waste, and my skin feels great! Next up is finding a bar shampoo I like.

So: if you're like me and still struggle with this as an adult, consider that the products are the problem. Give your skin a break and see how it goes.

What even is this? Beauty supplies for ants?!

Had a come-to-Jesus with my husband, and we're on the same page with our spending... there won't be anymore. Groceries will be carefully curated; if the price is going up, we're not buying. We've already started seeds for a large garden, and I'm going to inventory the food in the house and freezers so we can plan low cost meals.

The one thing I did spend money on yesterday was drugs for my seizure dog and extra kibble. I want to lay in as much of those as I can before those prices skyrocket.

My husband gave me a stack of his clothes yesterday to use as "rags." I told him no. We might need them in the future because we can't buy anymore for a long time. So I folded them and put them away.

What else should we be doing? We're on a (good) well in an area that gets lots of rain, so I'm not worried about water. We're turning off lights and such -- need to get in the habit of turning off computers at night! I've got the heat/AC off, but that will come back on when the weather gets hot.

The increase in protest sizes in the USA got me thinking that now more than ever being anti consumption is the best way to protest and hurt the current administration.

Not just talking buy EU or buy Canada movements which are prominently featured on Reddit. I'm thinking that for Americans specifically this tariff policy is designed to increase the cost of goods by implementing a tax on them, generating revenue to fund planned tax cuts for the wealthy. Ultimately (and unsurprisingly) their plan is about redistributing wealth to the wealthy, but it only works as wealth redistribution if we keep buying stuff. Personally, I've never been more motivated to avoid spending.

Pretty much what the title says. I’m looking for creative ideas that ideally would not be super hard to execute.

i moved in with my first long term boyfriend and survived with more than the bare minimum but less than what i needed for 3 years and broke up with him recently. now that its just my house i want to make it cute and girl-ified and fix the damage from the tenants before us and decorate. but even if i lose the internal battle of want vs need... i honestly dont want to buy anything? it all is cheap piece of shit plastic that will fall apart in 1-5 years. and if i thrift it then it might have bugs or be trash before i bought it... i dont have very much in the way of money or furniture and i dont wanna risk what little money or furniture i do have for something i thought would be better but actually sucks bc its not made in 1976 with asbestos and arsenic treated wood

Like the title says.

You think you are "saving money" with flash sales? Well, think again. These deals are designed to make you spend.

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How do you resist "urgent" sales?

Do you recycle stuff inside your home or perhaps reuse stuff that would be typically thrown away to fix other things? If so, feel free to share your ideas of recycling stuff.

I saw this and thought people on this subreddit would appreciate it: https://youtu.be/r7-e_yhEzIw?si=hNlN50APYFIok5CT

I shop out of boredom for things like home goods, clothes, exercise equipment. I'm worried about having money during the upcoming recession/ depression. Please motivate me and give me your tips on anti consumerism

I’m one of those people that was raised by TV, and I find it comforting to put on a favorite show that I’ve seen 100x before when I need to turn my mind off or get tasks done. But I hate forking over money to these ridiculous streaming services that pass shows between each other (causing you to subscribe to multiple platforms to get the content you want) and keep hiking up their prices. I decided I wanted to own hard copies of essential shows (I don’t trust digital content will be readily available or not edited in the future), but don’t want to go to Amazon! This sub inspired me! I used eBay (is this breaking the no-brand rule?) to locate a small business based out of Kentucky. The shop was even running a bogo sale, and I stocked up on some essentials: The Good Place, The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and Schitt’s Creek. Take that Netflix!!!

My mum gave me a gift card to Target. Ive already told her while i appreciate the gift, next time id rather nothing that big box gifts. She totally got on board, but now I have the card. Do I spend it now on a few items before prices rise even if that means breaking my boycott or wait it out?

I wanted to get a sketch book for 7yo's bday. I decided to try the local art supply store first, which I was able to walk to. I don't have a huge budget so I was hesitant about it being more expensive, but it wasn't quite as much as I thought it would be. I was also able to get recommendations from the employee (who used to teach art to kids) for a couple other supplies to try out. Total I spent $25, which is more than I probably would have spent at Walmart, but I'm happy that I was able to make a mindful purchase from my own community.