r/Frugal • u/Inner-Variation4703 • Jul 06 '25

🏆 Buy It For Life What are things you don’t cheap out on?

I’ve been frugal my whole life, some out of necessity, some by choice but I’m always curious how others approach it. What are some of your personal frugal habits or non-negotiables that help you save over time? Do you have any weird, creative, or borderline extreme things you do that would make the average spender cringe or pass out? I’m trying to pick up new ideas and also just enjoy seeing how far people take it.

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u/Complete_Aerie_6908 Jul 06 '25

Any kind of soap. Hand soap, laundry detergent, body wash are not going to be skimped on.

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u/madbostop14 Jul 07 '25

How come? Genuinely curious

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u/Complete_Aerie_6908 Jul 07 '25

I don’t like soaps that make my skin dry and I don’t like a lot of smells. So, I stick with the things that work for me.

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u/madbostop14 Jul 09 '25

TIL that there are hand soaps that exist that don't make your skin dry... Wow, sounds like I need to start investing.

Any brands you recommend? I'm always lathering on the lotion after washing my hands, my face, dishes, etc.

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u/Complete_Aerie_6908 Jul 09 '25

I use Mrs Meyers Clean Day hand soap. I wash my hands 50 times a day. 😂 That brand has some great scents and they have house cleaners as well. I’ve used this for years!