Fragrance Addiction? Over Spending? Am I Spending Too Much on Fragrances?

[@erics670]

I love fragrances but owning more than 10 or 20 bottles is completely unnecessary. The addiction must stop!

[@Smurfygurly]

You’re so right

[@thebridewearsblack]

Yes, I get a fragrance and boom, no more interest and then there I go to buy another one. Also, all the time I spend watching KZbin fragrances or reading in Fragrantica and going to shops to smell fragrances... I could use that time on improving my physical heatlh (much needed at the moment), or reading or doing a lot of other things. I own 65 full bottles, 20 or so decants and more than a hundred of samples. For what? And then reselling, feeling overwhelmed or guilty, ugh. For me it's a shopping addiction I have redirected to fragrances and the daily habit to spend hours within the world of these liquids. Best of all!

[@FRAGMENTAL]

Great subject for discussion Claire. It's a precarious balance of living for the now and enjoying each day but not jeopardising savings for the future. I think having a sound budgeting strategy is key. Allow a set amount per month for fragrances/luxuries whilst still saving for the future. Having said that, it's all easier said than done so videos like this are a massive help!

[@Smurfygurly]

Great advice, thanks Chris!

[@Iheartmyscent]

This is really hitting home. Not in debt either, but I could be saving and instead i am spending in an amount of perfume I am never going to be able to use up in a lifetime.

[@fabulouslifeinchrist1349]

I want to go on a low buy to save for other goals. I have a channel; but, I have only done scent videos twice because I know my personality and if I start with hauls as fragrance lover, it won't be good. Luckily I don't like most of the expensive popular common designer ones everyone pushes on KZbin. Niche ones smell nice; but, my budget would be blown with those ones. I only have five full size bottles and the rest are travels sizes, mini sizes, or body sprays.

[@lv2465]

The problem with perfume addiction It's similar to alcohol addiction because perfume is wine to the nose. The other thing is finding your fragrance holy trinity, that is a perfume that's tailored for your skin dna, you'll know it when you smell it. That's where the expense comes in. Best suggestions is to buy samples only, and really test them in hot and cooler climates of course see how the scent effects you and others in your scent bubble. Don't buy similar smelling fragrances waste of money. This is what I have learned over the years.

[@MaskedManReviews]

This must’ve been a hard video to make, but extremely brave and I applaud your courage. To quote Michael Jackson: “I'm starting with the man in the mirror I'm asking him/her to change its ways And no message could have been any clearer If you wanna make the world a better place Take a look at yourself and then make a change”.

[@Smurfygurly]

Thank you!!

[@shopqueen]

Thank you for this video. Particularly in the last year I shifted my focus onto frag collecting and although I can “afford” it its what I call stupid crazy… I think the whole FOMO and brands discontinuing lines and iconic frags adds to the hysteria…. Becoming a “collector” I had fo tell myself “no new frag houses” … many KZbin’s keep showing the “hauls” and don’t address the dark side of fragrance collecting

[@susieklein7461]

This is such a tricky subject. Perfume prices have gone up, social media encourages buying more. The deeper one’s interest in perfume, the harder it is to be satisfied with “lesser priced” options. Buying samples, to my mind, is silly. $60 here, $40 there, and you don’t like any of them so...money is “lost”. My solution for now, is staying away from IG, and as Andy Trauer says, “trust your nose”. I’ve gone into a bit of a bubble, not exposing myself to everything that is new, so as not to be tempted. I still read a lot about perfume on blogs and Fragrantica, but I have also found some “holy grail” scents, so I really don’t feel I’ll be able to find better than what I have.

[@Smurfygurly]

You are so right, the Instagram and KZbin stuff creates interest, some sampling options are so expensive but I usually don’t do expensive samples and stick to the good value ones (especially if they give you money off a full bottle). I’ve got to own it, I’m part of the problem!

[@AgingGorgeously]

This is a topic that encompasses many communities not just the fragrance community. Sometimes you have to stop and look at what you are doing and make some changes.

[@PaolaBianka]

letting go of reality when it comes to spending... this hit home so much ! i have always been so strict on my spending, but with fragrances i let go.. but i make sure that i pay everything off every month... rule #1... so true... it is an experience... a stimulation.. that's why i love fragrances... luckily i do not give in to the feeling of FOMO and wanting to have the same ones as others.. but still... i felt so disappointed at myself at the end of 2020 with how much i spent for the 6 months... and insane amount that i could have SAVED... "do i have to get everything i want?" - that is a question i really have to ask every time i think of adding a bottle. it is rather easy saying NO to everything else... i guess i just felt like i NEEDED to try some new things for the channel.. but really, this is the main reason why I decided to be on a no buy and to EDIT my collection and explore it more :) thank you for this !!!

[@Smurfygurly]

It can be really tough when you have a channel cos you can kind of justify it to yourself, but there's something really nice about pausing the spending and truly enjoying what you already have, maybe rediscover some of the perfumes you haven't even considered wearing for months.

[@fabulouslifeinchrist1349]

You can try layering scents you have to create the thrill of a new scent without buying a new one. Like spray two florals together or mix a floral with vanilla etc.

[@PaolaBianka]

@@fabulouslifeinchrist1349 i really need to try layering…

[@cbanks7840]

I don't have a problem with spending the money on fragarnces but I am embarrassed with as many bottles I have. I'm not proud of all these bottles seriously and I honestly should scale back and toss what I don't use and keep whatever I really use. I think my collection is ridiculous now, especially since I'm not a KZbin reviewer. Thank you

[@DUDUDISCH]

How did it go? Hope you decluttered and found your top top top favorites!❤

[@SallyMarion]

Loved this video, I decided to go on a ‘slow buy’ this year as I was getting into a bad habit of buying too many fragrances without enough consideration. I recently managed to sell off a lot that I didn’t love anymore, and I’m going to be much more careful about which ones I choose to bring into my collection in the future. ❤️

[@Smurfygurly]

It's so nice to have a considered collection where you really love every single bottle you own, but can be hard to resist sometimes when the hype is building!

[@shave-a-thon3415]

@@Smurfygurly How about if you're in Sebastian's position, and you have enough fragrances so that the next time another one comes around in rotation again, it will be the year mentioned here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZiuqJyZfbOdqKc

[@MyWorldofFragrance]

Such an important video. The whole fragrance reviewer thing can throw you down a dangerous rabbit-hole. Especially because, as you said, a lot of fragcomm is about showing off what you have. It puts a bad taste in my mouth feeling pressure to show off, although I wouldn't describe myself as inadequate in any way - rather, I am hesitant to show my entire collection because it is by no means necessary to have so many perfumes. 🌹

[@Smurfygurly]

Yes, that's the thing, us reviewers and serious hobbyists do amass quite a lot, but it isn't necessary. It's not necessary to have so many and it's also not necessary to spend so much on one fragrance. There are amazing fragrances out there at affordable prices, but when you fall down the rabbit hole you're done for!!

[@roxw7221]

Good job Claire. I paid off my mortgage at age 53. Best feeling ever! You will not regret it.

[@Smurfygurly]

🎉🎉🎉 fantastic! I’m so excited to be on my way to do similar

[@eunice-wg5cy]

This is true. It’s only by Gods help that I no longer have a driving push to overspend on fragrances. Whilst I have a list, I’ve made a financial vision to utilise others, through events like birthdays, Christmas to get these fragrances and not break the bank. I’m only 17 going on 18 and I’m going to uni this year therefore, establishing discipline around spending money on things that I want will set me up for the future.

[@Smurfygurly]

It’s great that you’re on top of it and have this perspective now, best of luck at uni.

[@FiddlingCPA]

I'm planning to wait until after Christmas, when fragrances are on sale, to even look for fragrances (except at yard sales, estate sales, thrift stores, etc., where fragrances rarely turn up but can be a great deal when they do). Before Christmas, I hope to sell a few things (other than fragrances) I have sitting around that I'm not going to use but there are collectors who may buy them. Hopefully the proceeds from that will mostly if not fully cover the after-Christmas shopping. I want to basically convert assets I won't use into assets that I'll sometimes use.

[@RonaldJapenga]

I've got my spending well under control. I put heavy (sometimes ridiculous) criteria on my wish lists which brings it down to maybe a couple of fragrances I REALLY want. I think the people most at risk are starting KZbinrs who see the bigger KZbin channels do "50 fragrances in 5 min" and "massive £1000 haul" videos. This is an expensive hobby if you want new content.

[@Smurfygurly]

Yes must be difficult if new to KZbin and the hobby at the same time.

[@kristinakiiscents3352]

It's a very great topic. Lately, I feel that I spend way too much on perfumes. I manage to justify it every time. I'm not in debt and anything like that because my number one rule is to pay all the taxes the day I get my salary. Although spending on fragrances, I don't spend so much on clothes and other stuff. Of course, now, during the lockdown, I don't need those clothes either. The biggest problem is saving for the future. I always try to put aside some money for big buyings, like an apartment one day. Still, I just don't manage to save a significant amount of money because some unexpected expenses appear, like repairing a car, etc. Or, when I do save more money, I spend it on holidays (when there is no covid, of course). It would probably be smart to put aside more, but then I should cut my expenses on frags completely. And then I have a mixed feeling. On the one hand, I want to feel safe about my future. On the other hand - why live at all if there are no little pleasures right now? I mean, the pandemic took away too many fun things already. So I see the only way out: try to find a way to earn more. Some freelancing, investing in stocks, etc. And when managing to earn more - not spending it on perfumes, but putting aside.

[@DUDUDISCH]

Definitely agree on the one upmanship among some fragrance collectors

[@tessab9374]

I stopped it in time when I noticed I got happyness just from the new fragrance comming in. But after wearing it once, the rush is gone and sometimes I would not even touch the product anymore in weeks. My wakeup call was seeing 3 perfumes still in the box, untouched. I didd'nt even get exited anymore to try them! Now I've sold 6 perfumes this month! Done with hoarding

[@savitajardine5868]

Excellent advice! I fell into that hole last year with a few extra perfume purchases and I’m still recovering from that. I have since put myself on a no buy, and basically use up my samples and enjoy my full bottles.

[@Smurfygurly]

Good luck getting back on track!

[@savitajardine5868]

@@Smurfygurly I found a great way to enjoy fragrances is to buy decants instead of full bottles. The downside is that you may not be able to enjoy the full experience of spraying from a full bottle

[@rukhsaanashabudin9016]

This is so important and so well laid out with the reasons for this. Great video Claire! Thank you

[@Smurfygurly]

Thank you!

[@TheScentientMan]

I wholeheartedly support the message in this video including the one by Andreas! Setting financial goals is so important and helps to put spending on frags in perspective. I also follow The Humble Penny and a handful of other channels. The concept of money management and financial independence should be taught when we’re younger. I’ve been guilty of making mistakes in my personal life and I’m a qualified accountant! I should have known better. Great vid, Claire.

[@TheScentientMan]

Oh and I forgot to add: looking forward to your next haul vid 😄

[@Smurfygurly]

I do wish this subject had been taught at schools, and I do hope it is now (though I doubt it). It's the most essential life skill. Thanks Raj and wasn't Andreas amazing!!

[@Smurfygurly]

@@TheScentientMan ha ha!!

[@Zirzilla]

There should be more videos like this. Great insights, I think a lot of us in this community can relate to this. Some days the joy of owning a big, beautiful, expensive collection can be overshadowed by a feeling of guilt, at least for me... I couldn't understand what is the particular reason why I get so obsessed with this, but you helped with that - perfume is a stimulant, so it can almost be considered as an addiction... I think I am using my channel as an excuse to keep buying. Thank you for your honesty and speaking up about the reality of this, which is not always pretty like some youtubers make it seem.

[@Smurfygurly]

Ahh thanks, it’s difficult to find the right balance when you have a channel to feed as well 💕

[@funkyfragrancelover2979]

My advice would be to stick to buying samples which are way cheaper and get to try 10-30 perfumes in a sample haul relatively cheaply. You are then free to decide which scents you really love and save up to buy them. Fragrance is something that loses value instantly as soon as you unbox it, very few perfumes go up in value as they are a perishable product. Unlike someone who collects expensive watches that can go up in value over the decades.

[@Smurfygurly]

That's a good point, which is why often I purchase second hand perfumes if I can to get them cheaper and if I decide to resell avoid much of a loss.

[@HappinessSparkles]

Such a great subject and it’s a slippery slope for sure !! I’m a pretty practical person but even in my realm ,I have spent a lot of money in the past year ,either in fragrances or clothes ECT !!! I don’t get into debt But I know I’m replacing my travel and social life with STUFF !! Thank you Clare for sharing such an important message ,I think we should all be responsible and share this advice to our viewers !! Love and hugs Frances 💗💗💗

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks Frances xxx

[@georgiachatzitheodoridou3806]

Hey Claire, this is a very interesting subject to discuss. I love❤ fragrances and I have bought a lot in 2020. I'm sure so many people have done the same. It was a way of trying to overcome the Covid situation while being locked🔒 at home. I agree that some people lose control of their budget and I think this is easy to happen. I have come to a point of asking myself whether I need to buy so many clothes, cosmetics and especially fragrances. I know I don't . I have made a limitation to myself to buy new fragrances again in July. Till then I will use and enjoy the ones I already have. Thanks for sharing, I love your videos and I adore your accent.

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks Georgia!

[@TheTopNote]

Good luck Claire! I’m with you! Definitely on a low-buy this year. Last year I think I was shopping out of boredom when we couldn’t leave our houses, and strangely, anxiety which makes no sense to me because if things are uncertain than why would I dip into my savings and make them more so??? The brain does weird things sometimes for sure. I did fail at it a bit in January, having bought 5 fragrances that All came up at the same time, I felt guilty about that even though these were fragrances I knew I wanted and would wear, but pushing ahead with a good start to Feb. :) I’m thankful that I haven’t racked up debt, but I’m mad at myself for whittling down my savings and the headway I could have otherwise made on my mortgage in 2020. Lost opportunity. BUT onwards and upwards xx

[@Smurfygurly]

It’s crazy how counter intuitive we can behave when stressed. I remember years ago getting a big unexpected expense, so I went and bought an expensive hand bag! 🤭😂

[@elainebines6803]

It's a difficult call.. My dad was a financial advisor. He has always said, the cheapest way of ever borrowing money is a mortgage. I used to be in a club where we just invested in ten pounds a month in stocks and shares. Great fun. What I do is a couple of accounts which I put into, at the beginning of the month when I'm paid. One account for household bills. One for hopefully holiday and one for my hobby and one for emergency access savings. It's only small amounts and because the bank do it for me, I don't feel it, so to speak and it eventually mounts up. Good sound advice though, you gave 👍 I hasten to add, I know you wasn't telling us what to do but going by the comments, we all appreciated this video. I'm OK in the long run, my sugar daddy is out there, somewhere.... I maybe just have to wait a little longer 😉

[@Smurfygurly]

Ha ha, he'll be along soon, I can feel it Elaine!

[@LightOfJoy1]

I think it's a very helpful subject to talk about, maybe not the one that will get the most views or likes, but definitely a good one to share for the betterment of the community as a whole. Thank you for bringing financial perspective.

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks so much

[@MarkStark-dx9dm]

I have come to the conclusion, that since I am not a reviewer, I have really no need to purchase more than I already own. Or at least not buy a lot more than I own. I do however have a list of fragrances I would like to own, but I don't know if I am ever going to buy them, but the list is limiting my impulsive purchases, since they are planed purchases. Luckily I have never taken up loans or spend more than I have. But I can see how it could be a problem. A good video again Claire. I do however need to hold back spendings in order to get money for a new car or savings for my retirement.

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks, I think restraint is key, but sometimes it flys out of the window!

[@dkalbryte6774]

I got into credit card debt about 10 years ago just because it's so easy to just whip out your plastic- all good until your bill comes to the point I WAS letting my important bills go even on my car. I used to buy clothes & fragrances that tbh I still have that urge to buy but I've learned my lesson. I admit because of Covid I have splurged. I don't blind buy anymore. I have bought the most samples since last March than any other year. Well said Claire!

[@TarynEssence]

I enjoy talking about money, financials, and budgeting. It’s very important and we can all get sucked into bad habits. Congrats on taking steps for a better financial future! I’ve had my own struggles with stuff and debt, and one thing that really helped me with debt was listening to Dave Ramsey. His content is everywhere and so valuable. I would recommend anyone struggling with debt to listen to him. Thanks for sharing this great video!

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks I’ll check him out ❤️

[@lizseville1]

A very valid subject and as honest as usual. You can get used to making several luxury purchases a month and only later realise that money is your savings margin. Love Servus’s videos on this subject!! Well done x

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks Liz!

[@krischan5186]

This is a great reality check for and by FragComm! Dang! This hobby can be so expensive! I sometimes watch haul videos and jokingly calculate the dolla dolla bills behind those bottles. Definitely recommend getting into stocks and consider robo-investing / automated management so you don't have to micro-manage your investments. One strategy to saving/spending, that is quite known but not as popular, is to allocate twice the amount of a purchase. This helps in determining if you can (wisely) afford a purchase and if you can, half can go to savings/investments and the other can go to the purchase. Thanks for touching on this topic, Claire! Cheers!

[@karil6461]

I make myself a separate perfume debit account and put X amount in their and top it off with gift money. I also spend under $100 for each bottle and must fit in my 3 medium boxes. Those are my hobby rules.

[@FiddlingCPA]

One approach I like to take (maybe I should ALWAYS only buy fragrances using this approach) is to sell something I already have sitting around, that is taking up space and that I'll probably never use, and use the proceeds to buy fragrances. That way, you keep your things tidy and efficient, and you don't have to dig into your bank account. You basically convert assets you don't use into assets you will sometimes use.

[@Comfortinscents]

Great video Claire...am 46 and learning too....I used to be frugal but as things got harder I treated/treat myself too much. I like watching Sugar Mamma for tips too. Will check out the Humble Penny♥️

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks Tracey, I'll have a look at Sugar Mamma.

[@kellielambert2184]

I really enjoyed this Claire. Like others here, my spending is out of control at the moment and while I have not gone into any debt, like your experience, the money I have spent could have been put to better use. I have been blaming COVID for my woes and using the excuse of not being able to travel. If I am 100% honest with myself, I have never been a saver, I am not someone who puts money aside every pay, I am only a saver when I have a goal at the end of it, which for me has always been a holiday. I am not getting any younger and this and a recent discussion with a friend of mine has given me the kick up the bum I need to do something so I am going to make an appointment with my Accountant who I have been avoiding as I know he will tell me off 🤑🤑

[@Smurfygurly]

Ahh good luck with the accountant 🍀

[@kellielambert2184]

@@Smurfygurly Thanks Claire - I think I am going to need all the luck I can get. He’s been telling me for over a year to rein in my discretionary spending which I haven’t done 🤦‍♀️

[@shave-a-thon3415]

@@Smurfygurly So what you would say about one of Sebastian's latest video titles here: imgur.com/GTm6VOK

[@Smurfygurly]

@@shave-a-thon3415 you’re hilarious 😂 🤣

[@shave-a-thon3415]

@@Smurfygurly I try! There's alot of material to choose from in this community and we sometimes need a bit of levity when it gets too serious.

[@ninab9169]

I’m very good with my money and spending and my bills are always paid ahead of time but with fragrances i let go 😕. Since quarantine I’ve bought so many fragrances. I love the honesty in this video❤️

[@Smurfygurly]

It’s tough in these current times ❤️

[@50Scents_uk]

Massive food for thought! Such a good subject to bring attention to. Thanks hun 🙏🏾

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks Ang!

[@pedro.morgado]

What a delicate and intelligent way to talk about a very common problem! Very timely !!! Thank you.

[@Smurfygurly]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@LivingIntheRedDot]

Excellent video Claire! In my short time doing my fragrance review channel, I've always tried to be mindful of how much I spent. I was never the type to the the first at everything so thankfully most of the fragrances I'm interested in are not new releases and are available in discount stores and resellers market. Sometimes it just takes a lot of effort searching for something at a bargain price, or a lot of patience just waiting for the one you want to be put on sale by a previous owner ☺️

[@dr.claire.perfume]

I started a stocks and shares ISA last year and it's the best thing I've ever done. I'm 36 and I wish I'd have started in my twenties. I do overpay my mortgage but I got scared when interest rates looked like they were going to go up in May 2019 and fixed my mortgage rate for 5 years (at the same time slashing the term from 18 years left to 10 years) so I can't overpay more than 10% of the total balance. Overpaying saves you sooo much money in the long term though so any amount is worth it. I work in science so my job is really unstable because grants are only ever for 3 or 5 years if you are really lucky, so long term planning and low spending is the sensible way to go...

[@Smurfygurly]

Wow that's a brilliant drop in the term of your mortgage!

[@TarynEssence]

Congrats on starting to save for your future! We all wish we had started sooner, but better now than never. 😀

[@naztariq7490]

Amazing topic to talk about and help people understand that they might have too much of an addiction. Fantastic advice x

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@marybethb1029]

Brillaiant video!!Thank you Claire for your insight, you are spot on!!! I agree that it is ok to spend money, but you should have the money first, also to enjoy the fragrances, and beautiful things that you do have.I have a good collection, and I also have to be careful. I think going shopping in my closet and perfume cabinet is a great idea! Maybe use up a bottle for a change.

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks, I may do a "shop my stash" video soon, I'm looking forward to really enjoying what I have.

[@fabulouslifeinchrist1349]

I also layer scents to create an illusion of a new smell. If you see the ones I did on my channel, I do like a fruity scented lotion, a fruity body spray, and a floral perfume. It smells different depending on which way I layer.

[@JoanneLofthouse]

Very relevant subject Claire. I've definately had to be more mindful of very careful and sometimes extreme budgeting since the pandemic started. The industry I work in has been practically shut down for a year. I simply can't afford the expensive luxuries at the moment and in the fragrance world have enjoyed discovering the cheapie gems if I've been in the position to be able to treat myself....and also enjoying the more high end fragrances I already own. It's easy to see how quickly the buying could get out of hand. Thank you for the upload as always. :) xx

[@Smurfygurly]

Must have been so tough, fingers crossed things can start getting back to normal soon. xx

[@JoanneLofthouse]

@@Smurfygurly I consider myself lucky to have what I have as i know many people much worse off. I remain positive that I'll get back to doing what i love very soon! Love to you and Sweetie.xx

[@jdolani]

So glad you did this video. I’m on a no buy February. I bought 16 bottles of perfume in January. I’ve got to get control of myself

[@Smurfygurly]

16 is a lot but it’s good you’re getting it under control, good luck!

[@jdolani]

@@Smurfygurly Thank you! ❤️ Good luck to you as well. I’ve sold three this month so far, I’m happy about that. I desperately needed to declutter. I want to get some money back into my pockets.

[@scorpio8pisces53]

I think this video is so on point! That's exactly what my husband and I do with overpaying our mortgage every month, and it's helpful. :) I collect perfumes to wear, so I don't buy them very often, because I'm happy with the perfumes I own. When a fragrance I like is $200 and above it has to be extra amazing, at this point, for me to spend that kind of money. Perfumery is meditative and inspiring to me, it's not about showing off. And as much as I love it, I still don't wear it every single day, cause sometimes I don't like to shower. :) Thank you Claire for this insightful video! :)

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks and absolutely agree, to spend £200 it’s got to be super special ❤️

[@CharlotteRossx]

Fantastic video! A gift to everyone. I loved the insight you shared, especially about relating fragrances to food. Thank you 🙏🏼🖤

[@Smurfygurly]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@pinkfabulous248]

I think your video just popped up to warn me 🤗🤗🤗💕💕

[@Smurfygurly]

Ha ha, good luck!!

[@Jayla-dj2gj]

That's why I'm glad I found an excellent dupe for my favorite scent and others.

[@rkerr9992]

A great piece of advice Claire and food for thought I think sampling is the best way to go once you have a good collection the thing is when most people here how fantastic a certain fragrance is well it’s only natural that you want it but as we know it’s all subjective so I try and sample the more expensive ones and try and be a bit more selective

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks and definitely we should sample first if we can, expensive blind buy fails are so sad.

[@iamjohancastellanos]

Thank you. We need more reviewers to talk about this subject.

[@Smurfygurly]

🙏🏻

[@marialipshits1544]

Hi Claire. Great video and very timely. It’s very important for a gal to secure her future. I’m perfectly content with my little fragrance collection. Have a wonderful day.

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks 🙏🏻 ❤️

[@TheScenturion]

Thankyou for the video and yes it's a slippery slope sometimes we have to put the brakes on and think of the future 🙏😻🙏

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks Scott xx

[@scentedsnowdrops]

Thanks mate 🙂 was a very useful video and loved the Andreas Interlude

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks, Andreas is such a star!!

[@Joss-Fragrance-Mixology]

Awesome video, Claire - great topic and so important ❤️❤️❤️

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks Joss!! ❤️

[@samaat66]

Well said SMURFY!

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@dayvidgee8767]

Never ever buy a non essential on credit. I'm lucky that I have enough fragrance to last me a lifetime and more, so I am never desperate for a new bottle, but can buy when I want and when is sensible. I prefer looking at my savings rise, and with the current situation being furloughed from all of my jobs, it's sensible to hold back. I am medically very unlikely to reach retirement age, but those savings will be there for if I need them, or when I go, for someone else (to probably waste!). Samples, bargains and quality above it's price point is my way to go, when I purchase again. I do agree with testosterone flying around - it seems everybody is trying to out-do everybody. I'm happy with my large, albeit inexpensive/bargain find collection and nobody should ever get into debt for luxury. Happy Retirement in 11 years!

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks David xx

[@Salsa376]

Thank you for this video, you are so right. I have been buying so much crap, very a few fragrances I really love

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks for watching 🙏🏻

[@taffyj531]

Excellent advice, Claire. One is never too old to start saving and investing for retirement. One of the best investment strategies is dollar/pound cost averaging, where you invest the same amount on a regular basis, in stocks or mutual funds, to smooth out the peaks and valleys, the volatility that can happen in the markets. You use your money to make money, and the funds will build in your investment account over time. Good luck to you!

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks Taffy!

[@UnknownChap]

The answer for me is yes I do and if I'm honest with myself I'll continue to do so 🤣 But I can live on store brand rice and beans and keep smelling amazing.

[@Smurfygurly]

Ha ha, that'll keep you slim and regular at least!

[@NAGOYAKIMMakeYourLifeEasier]

claire please make more of this kind of videos you are really good at it 🇯🇵

[@Smurfygurly]

Why thank you!!

[@OlfactiveStories]

Interesting subject ! I'm trying to enter a slowbuy period as I think I've been enjoying 2020 a bit too much ^^ Increase my savings is part of my goal for 2021. ;)

[@Smurfygurly]

Best of luck Karine!

[@CrappyProducts]

It's a tough one. I have a bit of the opposite which is I rarely treat myself and that's also not good. I think there has to be a balance like with anything, but I certainly get buyers remorse with blind buys thus why I stopped it

[@andrewfield8562]

I have a 10 fragrance limit now that's all I keep and it's a 1 out 1 in now I probably get maybe 3 50ml bottle per year now and 2 of them are usually a birthday or Christmas present

[@outyonder33]

Great subject

[@nastassjas425]

Good luck, Smurfy)!

[@Smurfygurly]

Thank you :)

[@AckGirl]

Wise words and always a good reminder in general :)

[@Smurfygurly]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@eem2562]

Very relatable content ❤❤

[@Smurfygurly]

thank you :)

[@joyceadegboyega8524]

If you want to you can take a glimpse type in search (hygiene collection videos).

[@anaisabelzepeda8410]

Take this advise if you need it: Don’t spend money in Arabic fragrances. Quality over quantity will be always better.

[@joyceadegboyega8524]

Hygiene products collection videos are on KZbin channel.

[@El-vi7ip]

Thank you!!

[@Smurfygurly]

❤️

[@eem2562]

Please share details of your financial journey

[@Smurfygurly]

I shall!

[@illmeeillmee9373]

Impossible!!! perfume is worth it!!

[@katyamuravyeva9880]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Smurfygurly]

❤️💕💜

[@samaat66]

Crazy is acceptable!

[@Smurfygurly]

Absolutely

[@ZLATNILAV1]

We all are stupid victims