Wanting to get a list going on of things I need because I’m moving soon and wanted to have everything hammered down. They esentially shouldn’t be expensive. I suppose can also be habits or other such things that improve QoL and maybe cost savings overall

Thank you!!

  • DragonBallZinn [he/him, they/them]@hexbear.net
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    A double edge safety razor. The initial razor will set you back roughly 40 bucks but you’ll get a closer shave, less cuts, and save a lot of money in the long run from the cheap-ass razor blades. All better for the environment too. Get your ass some shaving soap and a vegan badger brush too. It’s zero waste and will save you money in the long run with no shaving cream.

    r/anticonsumption has been a great resource for me, as I’m trying to hatch a new escape plan to finally gtfo my parents basement. I need all the money I can get, and if I can stick it to porky by buying less, even better!

    • dragongloss [she/her, they/them]@hexbear.net
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      Facts. You don’t even need to spend 40, I got a decent one that I’ve been rocking for years now for about $10, but I am sure there are nicer ones out there, and a pack of 100 blades for another $6 that will take forever to go through. I haven’t tried the brush, I just use my hands. catgirl-happy

      I ditched the pink “disposable” razor shit for the DE Safety Razor (they do come in pink and other cool colors too, I got a chromatic rainbow one). Works great on face and on legs. My recommendation is to go slow but still be intentional about it as there is a small learning curve and those blades are sharp, but the buttery smooth shave is unforgettable. chefs-kiss

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      100%. I used to be all about disposable razors, and I had 2-3 rather messy shaves before I got the hang of it (I did 0 prior research), but now I’d use nothing else. It’s so efficient I’m actually more horrified that anyone in the world would regularly use anything else now.

    • mrfugu [he/him, any]@hexbear.net
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      I’ve had the same safety razor since 2018 and I’ve only had to replace my brush once because the first one I got was terrible.

      For someone who’s particularly hairful It’s saved me so much money and plastic waste compared to the major brand grift. I do keep one or two disposables around but only to get spots I can’t see and that’s usually once a quarter or so.