PJ's CHALLENGE: Just USE IT UP!!!

[nelli711]

Can I join please? I need some serious help!

Artemis - Not trying to start anything but you are going to LOVE Nexxus Enphuse Reconstructor. I don't know if you have ever tried Keraphix but it is so much better

 

[Artemis]

Hehe, yeah I was feeling Keraphix (I tried out the CPR to save $$ ), so I'm ready for Enphuse, definitely. I've learned I can't cheap out on my hair, it knows and punishes me, lol.

 

[nelli711]

Hehe, yeah I was feeling Keraphix (I tried out the CPR to save $$ ), so I'm ready for Enphuse, definitely. I've learned I can't cheap out on my hair, it knows and punishes me, lol.

 

[cocosweet]

It is all I can do to finish using up my mtg. I'm not allowing myself to try Boundless Tresses until mtg is gone. I should be through with the bottle in another stinky month if I'm consistent.

I'm also trying to use up my Kemi Shea Butter Pomade. It works but doesn't absorb into my hair well without heat (i.e. heat cap) for some reason.

 

[Tee]

Can I join please? I need some serious help!

Artemis - Not trying to start anything but you are going to LOVE Nexxus Enphuse Reconstructor. I don't know if you have ever tried Keraphix but it is so much better

You sure can join. I flunked out for the month of April.erplexed I did really good all the months before this month.

Okay, I will get back on the wagon. Welcome Welcome Nelli. Dang, it's true....Misery loves company.

 

[jewel]

I'm down! I have two bathroom full of hair products :eyebrows2

 

[cutiebe2]

Even though vitamins weren't apart of the challenge they were for me because I brought big bottles of all these vitamins that I wasnt even sure should be in my regimen.... today I finished my bottle of Biotin and my bottle of EPO is comming along. I still have a big jar of MSM that I will start using during the summer. By the start of school I should be able to buy a new bunch of vits that will be part of my permanent routine

 

[GoldenBreeze]

It is all I can do to finish using up my mtg. I'm not allowing myself to try Boundless Tresses until mtg is gone. I should be through with the bottle in another stinky month if I'm consistent.

I'm also trying to use up my Kemi Shea Butter Pomade. It works but doesn't absorb into my hair well without heat (i.e. heat cap) for some reason.

You and me too, on the MTG. The only difference is, I'm nowhere near using up my bottle. I've been working on it since January. I even gave my sister some, and the bottle is still half full. Looks like it will be a long time before I can try BT


Welcome to the PJaholics thread Nelli, and Nyi-Nyi.

I'm gonna confess it now ladies, because I know I'm going to do it. I can't resist; but in my defense, I have used up and thrown away a few things. Okay, I'm going to buy the DB Moisture Shine Treatment. I have to try it, I just have to. Dang, maybe I just need a time out!

 

[BrownBetty]

I haven't finished anything... hangs head.... but I did buy another bottle of Trader joes Nourish and spa conditioner... it is a cheaper alternative to Giovanni's 50:50. I also bought the 3 pack of fermodyl 619...

I am going to return the SE relaxer I bought...

Yeah the big F for April...

 

[Tee]

Welcome Lyphe.

Cutie2B.....way to go!

MissVee and Goldenbreeze............F's! Yall flunking out with me. lol

 

[texasqt]

Even though vitamins weren't apart of the challenge they were for me because I brought big bottles of all these vitamins that I wasnt even sure should be in my regimen.... today I finished my bottle of Biotin and my bottle of EPO is comming along. I still have a big jar of MSM that I will start using during the summer. By the start of school I should be able to buy a new bunch of vits that will be part of my permanent routine

Hey! Congrats! I've extended my use it up challenge to my vits too. I have like 3 bottles of Hair Skin and Nail something that I haven't gotten to the bottom of yet. I'm also working on using up perfumes and lotions, food in the freezer and pantry, trying to stick with one pen at a time, I know it ridiculous but if you could see what all I have!

 

[texasqt]

I'm reposting this for the new folks! If I missed anyone on the list just let me know!

PJs - Let's USE IT UP!!!

There are so many products that I want to try that may be better than what I have, but what I have isn't all that bad so I must USE IT UP before I can buy anything else. I have a cabinet full of products and then I have one of those standing shower racks with the shelves full of products too! I'm pushing myself out of the bathroom!

So the rule for this challenge is - USE UP A PRODUCT COMPLETELY BEFORE YOU GO AND BUY SOMETHING ELSE SIMILAR TO IT. The reasoning behind this is because you paid good money :dollar::dollar::dollar: for it, you shouldn't let it go to waste.
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Here are a few guidelines:

1. CRAPPY PRODUCTS should be thrown away , returned, or given to someone who may benefit from it. These are products that just don't do right on your hair.

2. GOOD PRODUCTS ARE REPLACEABLE but they must be USED UP completely first. Your good product may not be the best out there but since it is decent, go ahead and get your money's worth. Then once its gone, try a different, similar product.

For instance, I was using ORS Olive Oil in the bottle and loved it. I USED IT UP and purchased ORS Olive Oil in the jar and I hate it - but only because I prefer the one in the bottle. It isn't doing anything "crappy" to my hair so I'm sticking with it until its gone. Then I can either repurchase the ORS in the bottle or try out a new item from my wish list like Elasta QP Mango Butter! Yes, keep a wish list of things you want to try after you use up your good product.

3. YOUR WISH LIST: Keep up with what you want to replace your GOOD products with. This will keep you motivated to USE IT UP. For me, I want Mango Butter when I finish ORS Olive Oil, I want Nexxus Shampoo when I finish CON and Aphogee Evening Primrose. I want Caisha's Odorless MTG when I finish Lenzi's Request and the list goes on and on... I consider these my rewards for USING IT UP.

And think about how happy you will be when you throw away that empty product! That's an accomplishment!

4. GREAT PRODUCTS ARE YOUR STAPLES. If you find a great product for your hair, why look any further. Your hair and wallet are going to be upset with you if you stop using what works to try something that "might" work for you. However, if you really want to try something else, then your GREAT product is just GOOD, and those are replaceable

(Side note: clarifying can eliminate product buildup and keep a product working when it doesn't seem to be. I don't believe it's true that you have to change your products regularly. Try clarifying first.)

The most important thing to remember is - YOU CAN ONLY REPLACE A PRODUCT WITH THE SAME TYPE OF PRODUCT. For example, if you use up all of your CON moisturizing shampoo, then you can only replace it with more CON or something else moisturizing like KeraCare Humecto. If you already have 3 GOOD moisturizing shampoos, then you should use up all three before buying anything else. Do you really need three products that do the same thing? This will help you save money, save space, and find your staple products. JUST USE IT UP!!!

Here's a rule update:
5. DON'T SHOP 'TIL YA' DROP. When you buy a new product, buy SMALL just in case you don't like it. I've never paid attention to sample sizes or even the smaller bottles. I would always purchase the largest size because if I like it I won't have to return to the store so soon. But now I'm thinking - what if I don't like it! Now its something I've wasted money on and I'm going to have to forces myself to use it up or give it away. Wasting $1 is better than wasting $10. So when trying out something new, just in case it may not work for you - BUY SMALL!

Okay, that's the jist of the challenge. Imagine what your bathroom cabinets will look like!!! JUST USE IT UP!!! (and tame that PJ!)
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Sign up by replying and let us know what's in your inventory and on your wish list!!!

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[HoneyDew]

erplexed Does it count if you buy 2 new products for every one you finish? erplexed

I have been bad.

 

[texasqt]

erplexed Does it count if you buy 2 new products for every one you finish? erplexed

I have been bad.

HONEYDEW!!!

 

[Proudpiscean]

I'm in!!! I just bought a stackable storage cart because I have sooo many products
I really need to use up all this J/A/S/O/N conditioner (4 bottles!)......I also have 3 huge containers of silicon mix and several different shampoos (some I plan to give away)......and to top it off- I have enough coconut oil to last several years! It's getting ridiculous
I will NOT buy anything else until I have used it up.

 

[Tee]

erplexed Does it count if you buy 2 new products for every one you finish? erplexed

I have been bad.

I for real at this post.

 

[BrownBetty]

Welcome Lyphe.

Cutie2B.....way to go!

MissVee and Goldenbreeze............F's! Yall flunking out with me. lol

Yeah girl, I was going good for a while then the monkey jumped on my back and it was done.... I am going to try really hard for the rest of the month.... one step at a time... lol

 

[GoldenBreeze]

Welcome Lyphe.

Cutie2B.....way to go!

MissVee and Goldenbreeze............F's! Yall flunking out with me. lol

Yeah, just when I thought I had it under control. Boy! I really don't like F's!

 

[HoneyDew]

Okay! I got rid of something!

I gave my BF an entire liter of Kenra Moisturizing Shampoo.

I left a smaller bottle of it in his shower and he has been secretly using it. He actually likes that one and I like the way it makes his hair smell. It was hard to give that one up yall, but I have so many shampoos it would take me a year to get to that one

 

[growinglong777]

Ok, count me in.. my hubby says I have more supplies than a beauty store,,erplexed so I know it is time.

 

[texasqt]

Okay! I got rid of something!

I gave my BF an entire liter of Kenra Moisturizing Shampoo.

I left a smaller bottle of it in his shower and he has been secretly using it. He actually likes that one and I like the way it makes his hair smell. It was hard to give that one up yall, but I have so many shampoos it would take me a year to get to that one

I'M PROUD OF YA!!!
Way to go!!!

 

[preciousjewel76]

I'M PROUD OF YA!!!
Way to go!!!

Now, we just have to pray that she doesn't "borrow" it back....LOL.

Kidding, kidding! Stay strong, my sistas!

 

[B_Phlyy]

Went to Sally's to exchange some stuff since I didn't have a receipt. Will take some more stuff back later on in the month.

Used some Sunsilk Anti-Poof samples last night. Samples do count don't they?

 

[HoneyDew]

Now, we just have to pray that she doesn't "borrow" it back....LOL.

Kidding, kidding! Stay strong, my sistas!

I know!! A WHOLE LITER!! I cannot believe its gone. erplexed

When he asked if I had any of that Kenra shampoo, I wanted to be like inocchio :angeldevi and say NO, but I couldn't lie to him.

 

[Tee]

I know!! A WHOLE LITER!! I cannot believe its gone. erplexed

When he asked if I had any of that Kenra shampoo, I wanted to be like inocchio :angeldevi and say NO, but I couldn't lie to him.

Now that's love right there.
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I finally used up something! I finished a tube of Vitapointe. I dont have to replace that because being the real PJ that I am; I have another bottle waiting in the wing!

 

[HoneyDew]

Now that's love right there.
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I finally used up something! I finished a tube of Vitapointe. I dont have to replace that because being the real PJ that I am; I have another bottle waiting in the wing!

Sign of a true PJ. Girl, you are just like me!!!

 

[GoldenBreeze]

Okay! I got rid of something!

I gave my BF an entire liter of Kenra Moisturizing Shampoo.

I left a smaller bottle of it in his shower and he has been secretly using it. He actually likes that one and I like the way it makes his hair smell. It was hard to give that one up yall, but I have so many shampoos it would take me a year to get to that one

Wow, girl! You do us flunking PJ's proud. That will teach us not to slip up.

 

[B_Phlyy]

I'm flunking hard this month.

Last night I bought some Smooth N' Shine Curl Defining Gel and this morning, I went to Sally's and exchanged 4 products for 5.

But next month, I swear I'm going to be at the top of the class.

 

[Tee]

I'm flunking hard this month.

Last night I bought some Smooth N' Shine Curl Defining Gel and this morning, I went to Sally's and exchanged 4 products for 5.

But next month, I swear I'm going to be at the top of the class.

Okay, you and me too! I have made a NEGATIVE F this month. I dont know what happened.

 

[Tee]

Wow, girl! You do us flunking PJ's proud. That will teach us not to slip up.