April No/low Buy Challenge

[Prettymetty]

It's that time again...

Let's save some money and work with what we have for the next 30 days.

To join like this post and comment either No Buy or Low Buy

You know your budget and your strengths/weaknesses, so I won't put a cap on the low buyers.

No buyers are allowed 1 pass in April. There will be exceptions made for emergencies or setbacks.

Let's get this party started

 

[Prettymetty]

My goal this month is to avoid all hair purchases except maybe a new wig.

If I don't use my pass, I will let it roll over to next month.

 

[CodeRed]

I'm on a low buy. I'm going to limit myself to 5 hair-only related purchases/orders this month.

 

[YvetteWithJoy]

I will do a super low buy this month. Purchasing is restricted in the following ways:

• not to exceed an average of $15/week . . . or $60 total
• only tools, supplies, and services (such as a trim) allowed: no product purchases permitted

 

[AgeinATL]

I am on a low buy. The only sales that will make me bite are Bekura or Shea Moisture (BOGO free).

Attending the big hair show in Atlanta at the end of the month but even then, I won't be buying much.

 

[Saludable84]

Walking in here like


Sticking with the low buy. My next purchases are to be on eas.ter and Mother's.Day unless a sale really moves me. And none have so far.

 

[ElevatedEnergy]

I'm in for a no buy. I never go overboard with hair products, I'm down to only stocking up once a twice a year...so I'm good for a while in that area.

But I showed my entire buying body care and clothes in March. I must admit it did feel kinda good since my body care items were running low Especially trying new lines and finding good sales. Hee hee! Playtime is over though. I have books to buy for school and baby items for this new addition. So I'll be joining in on the no buy threads for a minute!

 

[rileypak]

Low buy!!

Only 1-2 hair purchases planned for April (Easter sales).

Skin care though...will try to limit myself to just three

 

[Saludable84]

Low buy!!

Only 1-2 hair purchases planned for April (Easter sales).

Skin care though...will try to limit myself to just three

After my Deciem haul, I'm going to go lay in this bed.

Even though I want that SubQ now.

 

[charmtreese]

I'm on a low buy. I'm going to limit myself to 5 hair-only related purchases/orders this month.

I can do this...low buy, only 5 hair products.

 

[rileypak]

After my Deciem haul, I'm going to go lay in this bed.

Even though I want that SubQ now.

To the corner!

 

[ms.blue]

I could join this month (march was my bday month so I had to spend to celebrate lol). I want start on a low buy that will eventually lead into a no buy.

 

[flyygirlll2]

I can do low buy. I didn't purchase a lot during last month.

 

[Saludable84]

@Prettymetty its about to be on and poppin up in here

 

[CodeRed]

Ok so I made my first purchases One from Zenia and one from Lotioncrafter

 

[Saludable84]

Ok so I made my first purchases One from Zenia and one from Lotioncrafter

Whatchu making?

 

[CodeRed]

Whatchu making?

My first henna application. I'm going to try cassia first and then I'm going to do henna/indigo (I don't want red hair) to compare the strengthening properties. I had cassia before and I thought it was ok but that was a long time ago and maybe I didn't do it as well as I could've.

 

[Aggie]

I'm on a low buy this month. I only bought one item last month and I think I have maybe 3-5 items to get this month. I will try to keep my purchases at no more than $100 for the month.

 

[Prettymetty]

I have been at work since 10am, so I haven't spent any money...

 

[Aggie]

I caught the flu and have been in no mood for shopping for anything. So I'm still good right now.

 

[charmtreese]

I think the only products I need to re-up on this month is CHI Argon Oil and Moroccan Oil Glimmer Shine. That's two out of my 4 low buy....I can do this!!!

Good luck everybody!!! Only 27 days to go.

 

[Aggie]

I caught the flu and have been in no mood for shopping for anything. So I'm still good right now.

Okay House of Beauty was having a 20% sale with free shipping over $50 so I just bought 2 - 16.9 oz jars of Joico Moisture Recovery Balm and 1 - 16 oz bottle of Joico Moisture Recovery Shampoo.

I have been wanting these for almost a year so it was time to get it with such a great deal. I spent $55.08. I can rest for the remainder of the month for now but I still have $44 I can still spend this month.

 

[Aggie]

I think the only products I need to re-up on this month is CHI Argon Oil and Moroccan Oil Glimmer Shine. That's two out of my 4 low buy....I can do this!!!

Good luck everybody!!! Only 27 days to go.

Same to you @charmtreese. Like you I got a couple things I've wanted for a long time now. I believe the Joico Moisture Recovery Balm will help my hair a lot so I'm glad I got it

 

[Aggie]

Okay Ladies I think I reached the end of my hair product expenditures for this month.

I just bought a wonderful hot head and satin bonnet from the www.thehoneycombbrand.com at 40% off using code FAB40. I really needed those caps but was waiting on a good sale and this one was perfect. I hated paying full price for these and that's why my current caps are starting to show wear and tear. Now I have some new ones coming - I'm so excited

 

[Prettymetty]

I got some unrefined coconut oil today to cleanse my face, oil pull and possibly seal my ends. Grapeseed oil is Bae, but I may start alternating it with coconut oil for my prepoos.

 

[charmtreese]

Okay Ladies I think I reached the end of my hair product expenditures for this month.

I just bought a wonderful hot head and satin bonnet from the www.thehoneycombbrand.com at 40% off using code FAB40. I really needed those caps but was waiting on a good sale and this one was perfect. I hated paying full price for these and that's why my current caps are starting to show wear and tear. Now I have some new ones coming - I'm so excited

Ummm...ma'am, did you really just post a discount code in a low/no buy thread?

@Prettymetty, because of @Aggie I may have to up my purchases this month from 4 to 6 or 7. However, this is not my fault...

 

[Aggie]

Ummm...ma'am, did you really just post a discount code in a low/no buy thread?

@Prettymetty, because of @Aggie I may have to up my purchases this month from 4 to 6 or 7. However, this is not my fault...

Ummm....Whoopsie!!!

My bad y'all

 

[Prettymetty]

Ok so a week in and I have made 3 purchases this month. I think I'm done til my bday in June

coconut oil 7.99
Goody barrettes 3.99
Babyliss pro mini blow dryer 32.99

That's just under $50. In order to meet my savings goal this month I have to put up my cards

 

[AgeinATL]

Man, I ain't doing too well. We are a week in and I've already bought:
1. Bekura YAM Nectar x2
2. ORS creamy aloe shampoo
3. Satin covered pillow rollers
4. Black hair rinse
5. After color sealer from Sally

That's it until the hair show in two weeks. The plan is to only buy staples and skin care items. I've decided to only take a set amount of cash so that I'm not tempted to go overboard.

 

[Aggie]

@AgeinATL

I saw that small sale at Bekurabeauty but it was too small for me to buy the Honey Latte and Body Milks I wanted. I'll wait for a bigger sale from them before I get anything. I need at least 25% off from them. I should still get my body lotions though because it is only a seasonal item from them and by the time they offer the 25% off, it might be off the shelf again