15 THINGS I DON'T BUY ANYMORE I French Minimalism & Money Saving
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- 15 Things I don't buy anymore - I'm very respectful of the environment becoming a more thoughtful consumer. I call it French minimalism & money saving - easy tips that I'm happy to share with you that will inspire you to spend less, reducing clutter and feeling more peaceful. Thank you so much for watching. Frederique xxxx
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Bonjour my lovelies, I'm sure you will love this video and enjoy knowing of what I don't buy anymore - please share your tips in comments, and have a wonderful day, Frederique xxx
Bonjour. I use that shampoo too! Less conditioner I have hair that is fine and oily.
😘👏💞🇦🇩🇳🇴
US take away coffee runs $3 minimum up to 7-8 dollars for fancy cappuccino, latte , cafe’
So much $$
Love your channel and this video
I don't buy new clothes and shoes unless I can't find what I'm looking for used.
Bonsoir... Tout pareil pour moi... J'adooore 💞🤶Belle soirée 😚
How wise we women get later on in life. If only I did all these things in my 20s I would be a millionaire 😉🤦🏼♀️
I have been doing these since I was a teenager and I am not a million (but I always buy very good quality food) so I guess that is where my money goes 🙈
Millionaire *
So right!
Of course
🙄😭 me too!!
Many people I know have noticed they are spending a lot less money since the pandemic started. It was a good way to find out what you really needed and what you didn't.
True that! It happened to me! I am so happy now knowing there are sooo many things I dont need!
Yes, so true... I've gone from a normal consumer to an extremely frugal low waste lifestyle. The pandemic hopefully has permanently changed my life. I love it. I'm dressing more creatively, eating more creatively.. never want junk again
And then others are stress shopping 😩
Yes, the pandemic has put many things into perspective, totally agree with not buying loads of conditioner, doing manicures, plastic bags, take away coffee, expensive bags, good decisions:)
SueRosalie, so true. I actually shop online a lot more now....it helps curb impulse buys and I can step back and consider if I really need it before I commit to it.
When I moved to Costa Rica, I stopped coloring my hair, (and it is still brown), I stopped manicures and pedicures, I stopped coffee to go (which in my past life was sometimes $15. A day!), buying new books (I already had many that I still enjoy), a car, working on never throwing out anything from my frig; I sometimes buy in bulk but found I waste more in bulk so seldom and I consciously think about what I am using. This has been SO good for me on all kinds of levels. AND, I have been able to support 650 kids for their school books and have been able to pay not less than 15 students in high school and university and SO much more (Costa Rica rates). It is NOT deprivation! it is a fun GAME of ABUNDANCE and sharing. It is life-altering! I found that STUFF got in my way of LIVING!
One day I will come to visit! Great dives in Costa Rica!!! ☺️
My take away coffee became a thing of the past during COVID, and I now only brew at home. I was spending about $6.50 US dollars every day. Great savings and no more filling my recycling bin with paper cups and plastic lids. Your laughter and enthusiasm are contagious! ❤️
great money saver! xxx ❤️
Greetings everyone. Here in Canada we recycle, repurpose and compost. I have stopped being a wasteful and reckless spender and make sure I use up every drop of a product before I replace. I’ve switched to vinegar, essential oils and baking soda rather than using harsh products that hurt the environment. Plastic bags and single use straws will be obsolete next year thank goodness but I stopped buying those items years ago after watching a documentary on what we’ve done to the oceans and wildlife. Lastly I don’t buy plastic water bottles either. Brita system is working great for me. Hope you and your viewers are safe. Enjoy your day. 🇨🇦
I own a Berkey gravity fed for my water consumption. No plastic for me either
I also watched documentary about plastic harming environment so no more bottles and straws, using brita, I use my own shopping bags for decades)
Hello from Toronto 🍁
Very smart choices made. It also helps to save money and not have debt when household finances change.
The pandemic has opened some eyes and saved others that simplified life before.
We don't use plastic bags. Cloth for groceries before pandemic. No plastic in waste bin for pickup. Everything just dumped in container they pick up. Saw article about the dog poop, flush instead of dump. It takes a lot of water to break down and someone has to open all those bags. Water treatment easier and no concerns of transfer infections anymore than ours.
10 year vehicle here. When I leased 3 years. No need for that overhead now. Excellent quality vehicle used will outlast lower quality new. Best of all its paid for.
Plants I cut and root or split as they outgrow pot and yard I do same each year not spending hundreds on plants/flowers.
Thank you for sharing.
Thats wonderful 👍🏻🌸❤️
It’s refreshing to see that women all over the world see things similarly…every single thing you covered is something I’ve addressed in my life and I am so excited to see that I’m on the right track! I live alone with a dog… paid off a new car I bought in 2011 and it’s my only car! Furniture has all been inherited, plants all given, glass only …honestly the only thing I’m not doing is that I have groceries delivered and they come in plastic bags🤷🏻♀️ I have never bought my coffee out…I have made my own latte at home and poured it into a travel mug to go…you know…everything you do! And I think your are pretty close when you guessed $5 for a Starbucks coffee (Cincinnati OH).Thank you for this video. You are very refreshing!
thank you sweetie for watching and liking xxx
I also changed to bar soap and i have a drawer full of hotel soaps and I’m just using those! I probably won’t have to buy soap for years!
hahahaa
Last year I’ve traveled a lot for work. I too have hotel soap for days. 😂 I’m good.
Soap actually cleans you..shower gel, well l dont think so. I vote for soap too👍
It’s just really greasy on the bathroom tiles and grout. The fat in them can be tricky to remove. Vinegar can create nitric acid that sticks to darker grout leading to a new purchase of grout cleaner. Back to square one. I do use soap bars myself for years but I can’t find one real hack to solve the problem.
I've used some more expensive soaps which actually dried my skin out, and then went back to supermarket /commercially available products and found they made me feel much better.
Being a child of immigrant parents we were raised to be very frugal. My parents came to Australia with only suitcases; they creating something out of nothing. I was one of four children. We never had takeaway ever as children except for Mcdonalds once and my mother declared it a complete waste of money. My mother cooked from scratch and we were raised on good quality homemade meals. We never went to restaurants but would prefer to have dinner at friends or relatives homes.. We never had soft drinks unless it was someones party and were raised on herbal teas, milk and water.
I have never bought shower gel. I also buy food in bulk and store everything in glass jars in my pantry. I have never bought a take away coffee. Never had a designer bag and I;ve never missed it. I prefer to value myself as a person rather then place value on a designer bag. I have never had a manicure. My make up consists of lipstick, eyeshadow and mascara. My Croatian grandmother would always say to me :"you don't need to paint your face to look beautiful your smile and your youth makes you extremely beautifull". Never forgot her words. I choose to age gracefully with a healthy diet and lots of water instead of botox, fillers,face lift etc....
Rather then going out to a restaurant I often call my friends over for a special brunch and prepare a home cooked meal for them...So much nicer and so inexpensive and much more scrumptious. Preparing a meal is an act of love and I haven;t had a friend disappointed yet. My friends then return the favour in kind. Very inexpensive....x2 breakfasts,,,,,, coffee plus cake for under $10- for 2 people.
Everything you have recommended makes so much sense....I am so glad I accidentally came across your channel...........you are inspiring.............your way of thinking is so similar to mine...............
thank you for sharing and don't forget to susbcribe x
I have Croatian relatives that immigrated to Australia. Visited them in Melbourne years ago. I remember them having small curated wardrobes with high-quality classic pieces❤
Yes !!! I stopped the manicures! First step . Watching and loving your ideas . I have a millionairess girlfriend who taught me many of your thoughts 30 years ago..... today the ladies need you to guide us! You are clever and wise . Keep your channel going for the ladies who need this information! You are amazing thank you !
I just started following you and OMG, I’m addicted!! You are so fun and funny! So authentic and cool! I love how you’re so environmentally conscious and spreading awareness. I have to go back now and watch every video you’ve ever posted!
Woohoo, thank you for subbing and welcome xxx
I'm from Cork, Ireland, we were the first country in the world , to ban free use of plastic bags. We have to bring our own, or pay for one. Great, sustainable move.💚
Either I've never bought these things or I stopped buying them about 10 years ago. I replaced softener by vinegar about 10 years ago, as they are usually full of chemicals. Also I've always used my make up products until they are finished, so longer than 3 or 6 months or more - and never had any problem in my life - good hygiene is the key, and of course having only a few products, because if you have too many it would take too long to finish them. I use only natural local olive oil soap, make my liquid soap with it, and it's great for the body too and washing clothes/dishes/almost everything. I use fabric handkerchiefs and napkins, glass or inox bottles, inox straws or no straw, a wooden brush to wash dishes and cover food with a dish or a saucer. Many of my clothes were bought many years ago and are still in fashion and great condition because I like timeless styles and take good care of them. My best inspiration is... my grandparents, born at the end of the 19th century, and my parents -all French and who lost so much during the wars. They taught me to appreciate things and respect nature. And I've taught it to my children too :)
good on you x
I use white vinegar in the laundry rinse cycle, too! I'm from the States & was raised by parents who grew up in the Great Depression. That generation believed in "Use it up, make it do, wear it out."
Carolyn Sanner, not to mention a full “junk drawer” - ‘that’s bound to come in useful one day’!
@@carolynsanner8253does it help with static?
@@tudorchick1 I do use one dryer sheet per load. We live in the high desert, so the air is dry. The vinegar does help to soften our hard water.
Oscar is adorable! I don't buy makeup remover anymore. I bought a small glass spray bottle and fill it 2/3 with either coconut or avocado oil (something light) and 1/3 witchhazel and use a washable cotton pad. It's extremely inexpensive and has no chemicals. I also make my own "glow" highlighter by taking some of my natural face moisturizer and adding some shimmery white mica to it. I pat that on the upper cheeks for a healthy glow when on camera. We also don't buy oat or rice milk anymore...it's super easy to make if you have a high powered blender, and saves all the packaging. Oat milk is a cup of rolled oats and 4 cups of water blended for no more than 30 seconds, then strained through a small sieve or cheese cloth. You can add some vanilla for flavour or not but it's what we use for cereal or baking and costs pennies. Thanks so much Frédérique, love your videos!
thank you so much for your kind message x
How do you avoid the glycophosphate (sp?)
in the oats ?
@@doricetimko5403 I use organic oats when possible. I'm also highly gluten intolerant so get oats that are processed in a dedicated gluten-free facility, which helps to avoid any contamination of the oats by anything like flour.
I am the same in minimalism. I buy high quality products, some luxury, that will last for years years and year and that I will appreciate with each use. I go by quality over quantity. I have a few luxury purse one for everyday use, one for formal outing, one for occasion, I have two sneakers, one for work in hospital and one for gym(sports) two high end party shoes, one Burberry winter coat, one Burberry spring coat, a rain coat, a Chanel sweater, two pairs of jeans and few dress pains, sweaters and blouse that I rotate for many years and they still look new. I buy no costume jewelry. I invest in real metal that I can get a return on and will last a life time. I Do waste money on luxury perfume. Ill by one luxury perfume or two per year, Parfum de Marley, Killian, Louis Vuiton , Maison Francis Kurkdijan are a few. I love a good perfume and I do waste on the gym. My body and health is important to me. Makeup consist one mascara, a good lip balm Cleu de peu or La Mer and one eye liner. I manicure my own nails with Chanel polish but spending $30 on a bottle that last a year is cheaper than $600 annually on professional manicure. I dot use plastic ware. I dont use the dryer...your clothes last longer and save on electricity, I line dry. Olive oil and Thyme Bar soap for hair and body. cheap vaseline usually for body cream or olive oil, whichever is closest. For my face care, I do spend extra on La Mer face soap, toner, lip balm and cream only....non of the other stuff.
Good for you! I too have gotten tired of stuff hanging around.
Purchasing select quality items and taking good care of them are key. Know your budget. Take a hard look at your wardrobe and decide what you need, then shop accordingly. Shop sales.
Awesome!!!! I sort of do the same as well. ☺️
Love this. Sounds fancy too.
I really enjoyed this - you gave me some good ideas for wiser spending.
Being unable to get my nails or hair cut during Covid, I started doing them myself.With the savings from these I’m getting my eyelashes etc done regularly when they used to be for special holidays. When working from home, I didn’t wash my hair everyday and now the oilyness has balanced out I don’t need to buy so much shampoo. Small pleasures which lift he spirits in these dark times.
Since I was young stylists suggested washing my hair at the most every 3 days. I guess that has saved me a bundle over the years.
I have never gone to the hairdresser but maybe every three months; about the only thing I do is have my nails done; though I am considering the new do it yourself gel; it looks interesting; I have been buying some clothes only because I have lost some weight and some items don't fit me anymore.
My local Morrisons now has Brown Paper Bags. It would make so much more sense for all Supermarkets to do the same.
The only time I drink take away coffee is if I get a gift card. I'm a teacher, so I end up with a few gift cards a year. It feels like a treat.
Since high school, I always wanted to channel the simple and content life of French women. Will be transferring to a new space soon and would want to move on to living a low impact and mindful consumption. Thank you for this video!
I love the fact that you care about the enviroment so much! It is so inspiring! Thank you 🧡
Since the pandemic so many people have started to downsize myself included.
Feel so much better for it and always a good idea to put money aside for a "rainy covid" day lol!
Unfortunately millions of people have lost their businesses and jobs.
Thank u for the interesting video and here's to a better covid free life.
yes It's a very tough year and there is a new life after covid - take care xx
I stopped buying clothes , makeup and take away coffee. I brew at home. Only get away at brunch which is rare.
For makeup I realized I had so much it would outlive me so I decluttered and it’s the best thing ever. I use what works and replace when needed. I also get ready faster
For clothes- I noticed I wear the same things over and over and many stilll have tags on them! So this year I walk away from clothes. I still dress up for my computer at home since covid but I have not bought anything new.
Handbags...this is a weakness. I made a goal for 2021 to add at max 1 a year with a very planned budget. It’s a start.
thank you for sharing x and have a great weekend
I am an Australian expat and I live in Northern italy and coffee costs €1 for short black or macchiato €1,30 for cappuccino. However if you go to a classy hotel or Bar a coffee can cost €4. Australia is way too expensive for tea and coffee in shops and I always have to ask for two shots of coffee when I am in Australia but in Italy I never have to ask them to make it stronger. Italians know how to make good coffee for cheap
I lived in Australia for a few years and at first, I cried a bit when seeing the price of coffee, cause I'm from France (where espressos don't cost that much), across the border from Italy (where we'd often go get a cappucino and a pastry at the weekend). But then I moved to NZ, and I miss Australian prices. 4.5 at least for a flat white. And they ask if you want cinnamon on your cappucino?! What?! Also, the coffee often tastes burnt. So it's hot chocolate for me now!
Italy in “coffee export” has been a leader for many decades now; that’s why prices of Italian coffee for Italian consumers are so low comparing to most places in the world... also the best and the most prestigious coffee mashines were invented in Italy. Unfortunately Australia because of its location pays extra costs for shipping as well as the final consumer ☹️ but let’s still enjoy ☕️ 😉
I do my own mani pedi, I stopped buy designer anything years ago. I am obsessed with shoes. Need to work on that.
When I purchase one item I donate two. I’m not a minimalist, but , I realize there is no need to have so much of anything.
Pay it forward, I truly believe that.
I purchase drug store make up , I wear foundation No 7, eyebrow pencils, love elf, inexpensive and works much better than more expensive ones I buy, bronzer, whichever is on sale. Mascare and an eyeliner oh and concealer on sale also.
I do buy 2 or three of each because I don’t care to go shopping.
Cleaning products, I use baking soda and vinegar works beautifully. Baking soda instead of Clorox keeps your whites much whiter. Another hang your whites don’t use the dryer turns them yellow too.
These are the things I found work for me.
I have lots of reusable bags which I use all the time. I live in a part of the USA that has not gravitated towards being more sustainable and it drives me crazy! I think that it's such an easy concept to bring your own bag or pay for a bag from the establishment. Props to Australia for taking a part on saving our planet! Perhaps we will adopt this simple but effective custom someday soon.
It took getting used to, NYC is sustainable since 2021. I now carry a folded nylon bag with me, in my pocket.
I love your sophisticated minimalistic approach...I don’t consider it ‘minimalist’ - I consider it an intelligent way to live
Great video! Two things I don’t buy anymore are:
1) tampons - I use a Diva Cup which works better (holds more and leaks less) and is much cheaper in the long run. You can even go swimming with it because it will maintain the seal and doesn’t absorb water.
2) fabric softener - I stopped using it and don’t miss it at all. I actually prefer the feeling of my clothes and towels without it. I can dry my dishes and eye glasses without leaving any streaks. Also, I use unscented laundry soap and prefer the fresh smell with no added fragrance.
Lovely Frederique, I love your honesty and practicality. You are very inspiring xxx
Have just come home to the U.K. from Sydney and I bought loads of cotton/flax bags from Seed. There are some huge ones and some tiny. All are about $1 - 1.5 dollars each and they are perfect for grocery shopping. They are attractive and washable. Such good bargains. I tried keeping all my plastic bags, in the house and the car, but they don’t squash down and therefore take up lots of room. These bags, on the other hand fold up beautifully and are no trouble to keep.
I tip you may find useful. The small plastic containers that you can get concentrated fabric conditioner in are fabulous as fresheners in your car. Just put them under a seat or in your car door and your car always smells beautiful. They last for months as well.
I love this video Frederique, people are struggling this year and I love your practical tips.
pleasure Bella thank you for watching x
Nice video, I'm taking baby steps to be more low waste, but still need reminders. Just wanted to say, I've never used fabric softeners... they have carcinogens, perfumes and skin irritants.
My skin is incredibly sensitive, so I have to be very careful with detergent, perfume, makeup, and soap.
If you stand your bar of soap on a dry sponge to store it , it saves having messy soap dishes , Md you have a ready soaped sponge to shower with , washing up liquid cleans in the loo and it degreased the pipes as well ,
All scraps of unused onion , cucumber carrot ,etc , can go in a bag in freezer till full , then you have free soup ,
Frederique you are so authentic, love it!
Huges ❤
Frederique I love watching your videos, your energy and charisma really lift my spirits. The content of the videos is also great and so apt. I also stopped having manicures, especially because I have a 5 year old, my gel nails simply don’t last due to constant washing and if a gel chips, you either have to peel it yourself (which is not advisable as one can damage nails badly) or really try to book another appointment to remedy one, two nails or redo them more often than necessary. Now my favourite nail vanish is Mavala or CND Vynillux which lasts a week and I can reapply them when I need to or simply give my nails a rest.
Great idea about a soap, though I always end up with a soggy soap bottom. I noticed you have some gorgeous eco looking plant pots. It might be a good idea for the next video: “ things that make life great”... plant pots, soap dishes, candles, room sprays. Little things that you can’t live without and would buy again or buy on a repeat. Thank you for your videos again. Your biggest fan 😘
thank you so much for watching and loving have a great weekend ❤️
Love minimalism! It’s all about balance. These are great tips!
merci x
Our suv was purchased in 2014 and our truck in 2007. Both are paid for and we are happy to keep them for many more years!
Fre'de'rique, I especially love your video, DIY YOUR MANICURE, I love short, polished nails done at home!! THANK YOU
There are microfiber washcloths specific to remove make up, they work much much better than a regular one :) I bought them a couple years ago and I still have them and love them
Good calls, Frederique. Reducing plastic and overconsumption is tres important for our well being and the planet! 💚 Love your videos.
Absolutely!
I also stopped going for manicures. I am enjoying keeping my nails pretty and painted in any colour I like anytime. Keeping them beautiful and neat and short. Feels so much nicer.
While some things are not necessary, I still buy flowers every 2 weeks. When I started, a bunch was $3.00, now $6.00 and on the rise. Still flowers bring me joy. I do not smoke, use alcohol or go to the theatre any more. So flowers stay, just like your lovely orchids. 🌷🇨🇦🌷
Great suggestions! I don’t buy magazines anymore except around Xmas for 1 or 2 issues. Oh..... I miss them.....
New motto...use what you have ✅
I love cleaning with white vinegar and baking powered, usually for cloths and bathrooms, its my go to!
The very fact that you laugh while you share your ideas makes a serious subject fun. Yes, thank you!
Thank you for your kind message xxx
I use Chilly’s bottles which keep cold drinks cold and hot drinks hot, they’re like a metal flask. So no bought drinks at all :) I use nappy bags instead of poo bags, they’re much cheaper and still biodegradable. I make soup out of left over wrinkly vegetables and pop it in the nutribullet so its smooth. I try to make cereal bars and energy balls as its way cheaper than buying them or buying biscuits and much healthier.
Hi! I use cloth napkins and microfiber small towels instead of paper towels. I have a paper towel roll on the counter with a sign that says "do I really need one?". I keep the microfiber towels in the drawer right beneath the counter and I have a small bin under the sink where I put them after each use. I wash them twice a week. I haven't used more than one roll of paper towels in months!
thats so great x
I saw a video that said microfiber leaches plastic into the water when washed. I was so dissappointment as I thought they would be a great cleaning tool.
I totally agree with you! A simple happy life is the way to live! Thanks for the awesome reminders!
You are so welcome!
Thanks for sharing your ideas! Definitely great ideas. Doing same with pedi/manis. Look after your nails with oil to recover. Works well.
Re take-away coffee... ranges outside Nice from E1.80 for a noisette to E4 or 4.50 for a Cappuccino at the top coffeeshop with freshly brewed coffee. Quite a big saving ... at the same time, when the boulangerie is open and you can have you coffee with a croissant... what a pleasure!! Jusr cutting out every second one will save a lot per annum!
I’ve always been frugal. Everything other than the poo bag (no pets) I’ve been doing for years. I’m almost over 60. 😉 We live in the U.S. on one income and definitely not a large one. House is paid off and no debt other than a small car payment (4 yr old car) that we were advised to get to keep our credit up. We rarely go out to eat. I use a cleaning cloth for windows, etc that uses water only. One cleaning product does everything. We use a Kuerig for coffee. Pods are 23.99 for 80 servings. Not the greatest coffee but doable. I thrift shop clothing and our home deco. Prices have to be good if I do buy something new. Extremely good. lol And I have to really want it. Furniture/appliances are not changed unless they break. Takes me forever to bargain shop a new one but it must be just right at a great price....I’ll have it forever! lol I wish a designer bag would drop from the sky though! Drooolling.... 😂 We are able to winter in Fla most years but on a budget. No other vacations but we ride a 1993 motorcycle (trike) so we enjoy that. If you walk in my home you’ll never know how little we live on. It doesn’t show. That’s the trick. 😉 It’s very liberating and we are used to it so we don’t feel like we’re sacrificing. We’re retired and choose this way of living. It’s a good way to live. I’m happy to see this video. 😊
NEWdansuyume There’s pods that are made to decompose and are environmentally friendly. They’re great!
@@peppermyntpatti144 in a hundred yrs? Place one in a cup of water and tell me how long it takes
yes...agreed
Hey, you could buy some good coffee and use a self-fillable pod, which you then wash and reuse. Much better for the earth. Sounds like you and yours are doing great. I agree, often inexpensive can look just as beautiful as stupidly expensive.
@@sarahdee374 I use reusable pods too. I fill them with quality coffee and still save money!
And Frederique don’t forget all the money you save not buying cigarettes anymore . I quit also . I love your idea of putting that money aside . Thanks for the video . Take care
I'm saving $14k per year!!!! crazy.
@@ms.frederique not to mention improving your health and the way your skin looks. Are you eating more Frederique now that your taste buds have changed since giving up tobacco?
@@ritasmith4335 yes i put some weight and very hard to lose it - slowly but surely x
Glad you stop smoking Very bad for your health you will save a lot money
My brother and sister in law both smoke. I wish they would stop.
just started watching you so I'm going back and taking a look at your older videos. About those plastic bags they give us while shopping. Do you know/remember when that started, they FORCED us to take them. NO ONE wanted those stupid bags; we liked our paper/fabric ones much better as we used them for so many other things around the house. Now, apparently, those same kinds of people are not too happy with the outcome of that and are trying to make it back the way it was. Funny, we tried to tell them when they were forcing it on us. Love your work, thank you for taking the time to help us.
I discovered your channel this week and now I am ADDICTED! I love your sense of style and humor! Your advise is spot on and refreshing to experience your holistic perspective. Thank you🍒💋
Thank you, Frederique. I changed to a shampoo bar and I love it.
I never try that x
Thanks for reminding us! All of the things you've said make sense but I wish more people (in the U.S.) would also follow these simple steps! One thing I've done is to use grocery plastic bags for my kitchen trash can. I've never bought trash bags at all. One reason is my trash can is small and a grocery bag fits in perfectly. It also makes me change the bag every day because it fills up quickly. No smell or mess! It is one way to recycle those plastic bags in areas where they are still being used. I also do carry fabric shopping bags too. By the way, I wish I could get that lavender disinfecting solution here in the States too.
Thank you for sharing and liking xx
I’m 62 living in Montreal, Quebec, Canada and I just love your videos. Thanks.
Thank you for your videos. I find them both interesting and enjoyable. I used to use fabric softener until I saw a tip from a Swedish RUclips creator about woollen dryer balls. I bought a set of six from Amazon. They are about the same size as a tennis ball but made from pure wool felt in New Zealand. They help your clothes dry faster and softer, are reusable, no plastic, no need for fabric softener. 😁
A few months ago I was standing in line and heard the young woman behind me tell what appeared to be her mother ' I'm not buying those KCups anymore - they're too expensive and you CAN MAKE coffee WITHOUT them'. I'm sure this was news to her mother . This amused me for days afterward . I've got all sorts of shampoo and conditioner to use up also.
Hi. The one thing I'd like to add. Please. Don't drive with a glass bottle in your car beside you. I did that too. Until my sons (firefighter and paramedic) were just horrified. They said, the glass is just an accident waiting to happen. If you do get in an accident, even if it's not your fault, the splinters from the bottle can/could harm you far more than the accident itself. The same with an metal bottle. It will be flying around and could hit you.
Use in this instance a plastic one. A bit less harmful. Just my opinion. Sorry for my english.
Hi Your English is perfect!👏🏻
@@TMG56 Thank you. 😊
I love this video! here in the USA we waist SOOOO much and it makes to sick to think about it. I try very hard to reduced our waste!
Thanks for sharing!!
Thank you. There were several ideas I had not thought of.
In Northern Ireland tea is £1.80 most places and speciality coffees, lattes are around £2.75. Loving all your ideas and agree so much that we don't need all the things we think we do! I like to use face cloths for make up removal too. Also loving Oscar who is such a cuddly cutie 💓
Good to see your fur baby in the opening sequence. Yes, indeed, minimalist doesn't have to be austere. Simple, clean lines, uncluttered can still be quite cozy and homey. I have white Etonic walkers that are the only sneakers I wear for everything where that type of shoe is practical or appropriate. I don't need a wardrobe of sneakers/trainers. We are pleased to know that you take proper care of Oscar's face. LOL. We all fuss over our fur babies. Our tap water is quite decent where we live and it's a big city, so we refill drinking bottles from the tap/faucet and do not buy plastic bottles filled with spring water anymore. We never got into the habit of buying Mr. Starbucks' or Mr. Dunkins' tea or coffee that we could make at home and take with us in insulated mugs/beakers. And we like strong tea and coffee with chicory a la New Orleans' style, so. But we don't care for fussy coffee or tea concoctions. Perhaps we enjoy a chai latte or a coffee with a French vanilla flavored cream in it or a hazelnut cream, but generally we drink them unadulterated, as we do our wine or Scotch. I would say that folks in the States tend to buy on workdays and the price is probably around $5., so that would be at least $25. per week, unless you work more days than that or have so much stuff put in it that it jacks-up the price. I don't know because we don't do it. Just never acquired the habit. Make-up is like clothing for some people: they seem to get everything they fancy and then use very little of it, so it goes to waste or becomes chemically unstable so not safe for use. It's nice to have live greenery in the home, but I have never compulsively bought plants. I manage to keep them.
Bonjour Frédérique, I enjoy your videos a lot and find them inspiring. I don‘t buy anymore fabric softener, I shower with a soap bar as well, I make my coffee with the bialetti mocca machine instead of capsule coffee (which is more expensive). I bring clothes that don‘t fit properly to the taylor or I get rid of them. When I purchase new clothes they must be close to perfect on me - otherwise I don‘t buy them - I think that way I can save money as well. And last but not least, I don‘t buy any food for work and bring my own precooked food which I heat up at work. Thanks so much for being authentic and inspiring
thank you for watching and loving take care x
marvelous. thank you for your suggestions. you have even given me a few new ideas.
So useful and inspiring, thank you! Greetings from South Africa. 🇿🇦
Thanks 😊 for sharing your tips! I need to apply the don’t buy plants 🌱🙈😂I’m a big coffee drinker so I bought a bean to cup coffee machine with milk frothier in the sale over 2yrs ago. Even with the cost of beans and maintenance it’s cheaper. Well done 👍 for quitting nail biting. Best tips for nails is keep them short and polished until they strengthen. To aid the strengthening when you eat an orange 🍊 rub the oil from the rid(skin) into your nailbed
Seriously orange rind for nails?
I absolutely love you! Your videos are both informative and entertaining. Very rarely will I buy a single coffee or tea preferring to make it at home. Love adding cinnamon and ginger to my otherwise black coffee.
You have a wonderful outlook on life. Your tips and hints are invaluable, many of which I have been doing for years but there is always more to learn. Thank you so much for all these videos.
And I live your little stinky baby! I also have 2 dogs I share my home with.
I agree with you 100% do not buy coffee or tea in any fancy store!
Love cleaning with vinegar and baking powder, my go to for cleaning basically everything bathrooms, washing clothes!
Great topic in this video! I totally agree that we should be mindful about the environment and reduce plastic use. I bought reusable bags which I have always in my car so no more plastic bags for me. I have also stopped buying coffee outside because I have purchased a Nespresso machine 6 years ago and I love the recycling aspect of the capsules plus the coffee is fantastic by the way. I only buy coffee when I travel somewhere...hopefully soon.
I miss my lates at my favourite Bake Bar in Double Bay:( Have a good weekend beautiful!
Double Bay not far from me :) have a great weekend too xx
Do you know if Nespresso has a reusable like the Kuerig has? I have Nespresso also.
I came from that type of family where it is very strange to buy a new mascara/palette/shampoo/anything unless you have the current one almost empty.
What I don't buy anymore is desodorant. I bought by accident a salty natural desodorant a few years (!) ago, use it every day and it seems like it will last forever. And it really works for me.
My guilt is coffee takeaway.
Shower gel tip is a really good tip. Will buy a soap myself
You are so right, with so many things. I have downsized my cupboards and shoes and cloths. And I also don’t buy many things anymore like high heel shoes, in fact I hardly buy shoes. I only have ones that I am using right now. I do like what you did with your cupboard, by putting all paper on it, I do like that idea. Make up I have cleaned out and only kept what is new and what I use now. Water in a bottle is so much better, I boil my water and place in a bottle and drink that during the day. Tea I don’t buy to take away I make it at home . But if I am out I will have something then. I don’t buy plastic bags I take my own to the store. Nice video .....👍🏻🌹❤️🌹❤️
I found I don’t buy any of the things you were talking about, except the poo bags. No free ones in Maple Grove, Minnesota. I have really thought about purses. I want to carry one that is well made and attractive, but at some point the brands just shout, look how much money I can spend on a purse. Not playing that game !
I do enjoy your videos. You are classy, down to earth and funny. Plus, anyone that loves a dog is a pretty awesome person!
You are such an inspiration, beauty! Sending you love from Berlin! 💕
merci ❤️
I am trying to cut out plastic, so I have invested in a reusable water bottle (Nalgene), cake mascara from Besame, for which I can order refills and use the same tin over and over again (bye-bye, mascara tubes!), and shampoo that comes in a brick like soap (no more shampoo bottles). The cake mascara lasts a long time and can be used as an eyeliner, too. I really enjoy these types of videos, it's great for sharing tips!
thank you so much x
Yes, really enjoy this topic too, helps me to continue to streamline, much love to you! Have a special week!
same to you sweetie x
Frederique please try OPI Nail Envy. A friend told me about it and my nails are once again strong, as are my aunt’s. Great video and I love your sweet bulldog
Nail Envy is superb.
I use Mane and Tail Hoofmaker moisturizer to get strong white nails and soft skin on hands and feet.
My aunt swears by Nail Envy.
I also stop buying face wipes. I use sea sponges. You can wash them and they dry quickly. Instead of cotton I use little sea sponges.
I quit buying all that stuff. My dermatologist told me to wash my face in Dove soap ( I use the generic for sensitive skin) which I now wash my body with too, And she said Cera Ve body cream was the best thing on the market to use on my face too. Saves me a fortune!
I find coconut oil removes all makeup beautifully especially the eyes. And I can use as much as I need without breaking the bank! Then I was with whatever cleanser I am using.
Awwww, God bless your pup's lil heart!
sweet thank you very much xxx
I loved this video. Thank you for sharing!
The best two points that I relate to: Using vinegar for cleaning and bar soap instead a big plastic bottle of body wash. I do both of these things. You may want to stop fabric softener as its bad for the lymph system. Use vinegar instead. Love your videos.
noted thank you x
I also use quite a lot of vinegar, it is inexpensive and non-toxic.
Have you tried wool dryer balls? I keep 3 in the dryer and they tumble around and prevent static.
@@annettepellowe9847 I have the rubber ones
Yes vinegar makes your clothes soft naturally and helps to clean and deodize also
I've been doing these things all my life, I can't imagine buying a coffee everyday in the shop, or having a car on finance or buying bottled water or new conditioner everytime I run out of shampoo... I woulndn't say this is minimal life, I think is using common sense and not being wasteful. Glad to see more people are being more mindful of environment and I understand this viedeo might be useful for some, well done!
Wonderful video! I also bring my own tea and never do take out. Also I like that you refill your bottles!! Great advice for all! xo
I love everything in this video. Very encouraging. I think you are so lovely.
Frederique you look great with your glasses more interesting. You can always get graded lenses with darker shade on the top and clearer from halfway to the bottom. This is a great look for women who wear glasses
Merci pour les conseils Frédérique! I live in Canada and I used to buy coffees costing from $2.50 to $5.00 per cup and found I was never finishing them. I now make my own coffee and tea at home. Oscar is such a cute farty pooper. Love him and your videos to bits! 😍
great money saver! xxx ❤️
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My first time watching you. You're very sensible and enjoyable. Thank you
So many great tips! Luv’d this video! 👍
I am doing pretty much the same as you. Talking about tea and coffee, well here in Costa Rica a cup of tea from Starbucks is about $4.00. With this same amount I can buy a box of Twinnings Earl Gray tea or even one of Chai tea.
Same thing with coffee.
Of course occasionally I buy a cup of coffee or tea, but I do it once or twice a month.
We have been wasting our money Frederique!
This is what makes you so appealing: practicality, being sensible is so sexy. Not overdoing is classic, without sacrificing femininity. Bravo
what a kind message thank you for watching and sharing the love xx
Love this whole list. I agree with the car especially and the washcloth
NYer here, I really appreciate it when people put newspaper down right before their dog goes. It’s easier to pick up and doesn’t leave a slick mess like picking it up with a bag does. Cheers!
Great suggestions! This is such an important topic to be discussing, I really enjoyed the video!
thank you :)
Great video. Im definitely going to swap to soap 🧼 . Thank you for the money saving advice 😘
pleasure sweetie x
Merci, Frederique! I enjoyed this.
I loved this video. Thank you 🙏🏽♥️
If you have lots of half used shampoos, decant them all into one bottle. It's just shampoo, doesn't matter if you mix different brands.
i like that!
I’m Canadian, and as in other places in the world we get lots of “free samples with purchase” of (usually higher -brand) health and beauty products. I am in the process of using up all the little sample-sized bottles (plastic...😬) and foil packets that I’ve amassed. It’ll take me quite a while before I’ll need to purchase more product! I will be keeping a few of the empty containers so that when we are finally able to travel again I can fill them up at home to take on my journey.
depends on the scents though haha
@@byggrynsgroet And the time it take to decant. I just use till empty.
@@mariah3654 iuse rather expensive hair products, my hair is my pride and joy. so what i do to save cash is save my almost empty bottles and store them upside down. then after ive used a bit of my new bottle of shampoo, i pour the remaining shampoo from the old bottle into the new one, making sure not to mix scents or brands. i do the same with my conditioners and treatments and other products that i can do this with
I love your videos and especially seeing and hearing Oscar!! Such love!!! (Even stinky dogs deserve love) It seems like you have the Earth friendly lifestyle that North Americans could definitely work harder on. We are pretty good in Canada, but we don't have the refillable products that you have, and they are hard to find if they are available at all!! 💗
wow really? xx
Thank you!!! Love this episode! Love Oscar :) Yes, so many great tips! I do the same! I try to buy quality and wear it out, last sneakers, I totally wore holes in the soles, time for a new pair. Bought my favorite jeans, 7 yrs ago, they are just now totally worn out, got new ones. Wash my hair maybe once a week, I get through a bottle of shampoo in 4 months, probably more. I sound like a Hippie, Not the case (not that I would mind!) just good, sensible, ways to live! Oh, my car is also German, but it's also 15 yrs old, totally paid off, doesn't cost me anything to run, and now with Covid, I maybe fill up the petrol tank, once a month. And, never get take away coffee or tea, amazing how that reduced my single use cups!
Bright, full of light channel. I wish I could be your guest just for a coffee/tea time.🥰☕️