Thrifty Tips

Check out these 5 thrifty-tips to save money.

1. Make vegetable stock from scraps.

  • Make vegetable stock from scraps you’d normally trash you’d normally trash 
 
 

2.

Use Your Local Library Or Community Lending Hub.
Your local library offers free books for loan, including many new releases and will save you spending money on buying new books. And if they don’t have a book you want, it’s often possible to order it, if it’s available from another library. And nowadays, you don’t even need to visit the library in person to borrow books – you can go online and borrow ebooks and audio books.
But did you know that many libraries, together with a growing number of local community lending hubs, allow you to borrow other things like DVDs and even tools and other equipment? Libraries also have free clubs, free-to-use computer workstations, presentations and other activities. There’s so much more to your local library than most people realise.
 
 

3. Set a Weekly “Cash-Only” Budget.

Withdraw a set amount in cash and leave your card at home. Forces discipline.

 
 

4.

Use “shower playlists” — save water and time without thinking.

A 4-minute curated playlist means you automatically cut shower time (and heating bills).
This saves: 

  • thousands of litres of water 
  • £50–£120 a year 
 
 

5. Use coconut oil for everything.

Use coconut oil for everything – moisturizer, hair mask, makeup remover.

Why It Works

  • Affordable and natural: One jar can replace multiple expensive products.

  • Multipurpose: Works for skin, hair, and makeup.

  • Nourishing: Rich in fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants.


Ways to Use Coconut Oil

  1. Moisturizer

    • Apply a small amount to face or body after showering.

    • Absorbs well and leaves skin soft and smooth.

  2. Hair Mask / Conditioner

    • Warm a teaspoon and massage into hair from roots to tips.

    • Leave for 30 minutes or overnight, then wash out.

    • Helps repair dry or frizzy hair.

  3. Makeup Remover

    • Massage gently over face and eyes to remove makeup, including mascara.

    • Wipe with a warm cloth or rinse with water.

  4. Lip Balm

    • Dab on lips to heal dryness and prevent chapping.

  5. Cuticle and Nail Care

    • Massage into nails and cuticles to strengthen and hydrate.

  6. Shaving Oil

    • Apply a thin layer before shaving to reduce irritation.

  7. Dry Skin Spots

    • Use on elbows, knees, and heels for intensive moisture.


Tips for Best Results

  • Use virgin, cold-pressed coconut oil for skin and hair.

  • Start with small amounts; a little goes a long way.

  • Can be combined with essential oils (lavender, tea tree) for extra benefits.

  • Store in a cool, dry place to prevent melting or rancidity.

Bonus: One jar can replace face cream, hair masks, lip balm, and makeup remover, saving money and reducing product clutter.

 
 

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