New Year No Buy Challenge-October 2024

[CoiledOrchids]

under the steamer right now with NG protein free marshmallow dc

might do a chunky twistout for work the rest of the week

 

[Prettymetty]

I had to cut some matted chunks out of my Gorgeous wig. Idk if I spelled that right. It’s a loose wave, but the back was tight and tangled. I trimmed the bangs too. Now she looks brand new!

 

[CoiledOrchids]

I'm loving this chunky braidout I did for work. This might be my quick summer style, with a cute headband.

I'm resisting the urge to buy a new dc. I'm trying to wait for the summer sales

 

[IDareT'sHair]

Picked up one or two non-essential/miscellaneous items

Nothing major

But, I will be monitoring this very closely

 

[Prettymetty]

My scalp feels dry, tight and itchy and my ends are dry. I feel like I need a protein treatment and a scalp soothing shampoo. Any recommendations?

 

[ScorpioLove]

Pureology hydrate shampoo is pretty nice for my dry scalp

 

[Prettymetty]

I messed up yall. My bad. In the last week I have bought 2 Aphogee conditioners, a 26 inch unit, aloe vera juice, some pretty bling clips and God knows what else. I shouldn’t need anything else.

Pic of today’s Amazon haul.

 

[CoiledOrchids]

used up: african pride prepoo
NG protein free marshmallow root dc
NG rice water dc (sample size)

 

[Prettymetty]

July

 

[Prettymetty]

I just bought a ton of supplies for my brow business. I’m so excited. My first appointment is next Saturday.

 

[B_Phlyy]

No Buy July is going great.

 

[ItsMeLilLucky]

I just bought a ton of supplies for my brow business. I’m so excited. My first appointment is next Saturday.

How did your appointment go?

 

[Prettymetty]

How did your appointment go?

It went well. I was really nervous and my hands weren’t very steady. I’ll finish my practice brows and work on keeping a steady hand. Other than that it was great. She loved her brows.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

I have bought a few things here & there, but absolutely nothing like before.

So, this thread is actually helping me stay motivated and accountable.

 

[Prettymetty]

Miami was amazing y’all. My hair lasted the whole time. I had to keep putting lace melting spray and a band, but this hair lasted through parasailing, jet skiing, dancing in the humidity, etc. I love that unit so I may get it installed again before school starts.
Me and my bestie since preschool. This hair was everything yall.

 

[Napp]

yeh i failed this challenged months ago

 

[Prettymetty]

yeh i failed this challenged months ago

It’s a journey. You may feel like you failed, but imagine if you weren’t in the challenge. You’d have spent a lot more by this point. I admire your dedication to this challenge.

 

[Prettymetty]

@Napp I’ve been buying books like crazy. I have over 100 books on my audible app and this is only the second month. I curved my hair spending tremendously by keeping my salon appointments. The few products I have now are for my daughter or clients.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

Taking one day at a time to not buy anything.

Should go on a full N/B until BF.

 

[Prettymetty]

I’m going to my first gender reveal today. Team girl is bringing diapers. Team boy is bringing wipes. I might bring both. Afterwards I should wash and detangle this unit.

 

[CoiledOrchids]

its wash day!
my scalp is so itchy I might have to use head and shoulders dry scalp care shampoo. Will steam and blow dry.

 

[B_Phlyy]

I bought some things the other day but I restrained myself.

 

[CoiledOrchids]

used up: palmers coconut oil protein conditioning pack (2). I have 3 left.

I'm also almost out of my aussie moist conditioner. No plans on any black friday shopping this year.

 

[Prettymetty]

I’m wearing a throwback short, curly unit. I’ve got so many compliments on it. My coworkers just stop and stare. Then when our eyes meet they apologize and tell me they love my hair.

I want another curly wig but a few inches longer.

 

[Prettymetty]

I got a new planner yesterday. I’m hoping that it keeps me organized and on track to meet all my goals. It’s super cute. I can plan my wash days and see the reminders every time I open it.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

Here for It!

Waiting on September! Will do better

 

[CoiledOrchids]

still doing pretty good on my no-buy. I finally got a trim when I got my new set of braids done. No plans to buy a new dc until the current ones are done.

I got about half a bottle of dr. Bronner's peppermint soap left and less than half of my sulfur 8 medicated braid spray

 

[CoiledOrchids]

it's September 1st!

saving these coins all month long

 

[Prettymetty]

Let me update yall on last month. I was able to make/save over $1000. After I paid my tuition for the month, I was left with $500 that I transferred to my savings.

Let’s go September. The goal is to make an extra $200 a week. This new expense created a need for extreme financial accountability.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

@Prettymetty
Way to Go!