I'M DOING A LOW BUY YEAR. | my guidelines, exceptions and reasons why

[@TheTopNote]

I’m 8 months into a no buy year. It’s a great thing to do! Very liberating. The year is flying by. As I come up on the end of the year I’m starting to think about what I have used and loved and what stuff I haven’t touched so that I can pare down.

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

Wow so inspiring!!! Did you include eating out as well?

[@TheTopNote]

@@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo oh sorry Gabi I didn’t see your reply. I didn’t worry about the eating out thing as we very rarely eat out. But I did include makeup and skincare (replacements only policy)

[@chickenstuffedwithmozarell5090]

I was scrolling through KZbin while doing some online shopping, and then I saw this. Perfect timing. My cart on asos is full with stuff, but I won't buy it :)

[@angelaggarrido7816]

I have been watching videos about no buy and I did like six months during the pandemic of only buying groceries and saved so much money but after everything retuned to normal I find myself buying more and more so I have been thinking for a while now about doing a low buy year or no buy six months. One very important thing is to have a community of like minded people or people with the same goals, I joined two groups on Facebook one is low buy beauties and the other is The no buy year. I'm joining you in this journey and can't wait for your next update 😃

[@KasadiaIsEverything]

I did a no buy year in 2018 or 2019 (the las several years blur together since the pandemic). I made it until November! I think the mistake I made was still consuming content in the areas counting toward my no buy. This year, I made a $50 per month beauty budget and stopped watching most beauty content. I find I don’t want to consume much if I don’t see others consuming.

[@angelaggarrido7816]

So true ! I had to unsubscribe from a few channels that only showed haul after haul

[@tricaharvey8584]

Omg facts

[@CathDaddy]

This is such a good point. KZbin can be so dangerous in constantly encouraging more consumption

[@ingdhunya]

Hear hear! I’m now so overwhelmed with hygiene, skincare, and beauty products that I couldn’t even remember I have them in stock and I bought more! This is a bad sign. My home is full of unused products and clothes. They are becoming a big clutter and they weigh me down physically and mentally. I’m looking for this type of video and stumped upon you and I am so vibing with this. Please come back and keep us posted about the progress. Let’s do this together! Thanks for a great inspo ❤

[@ronnie-lynn]

I spent this year impulsively shopping online. I never had a previous problem before. I also need a no buy year. To reset some habits and be more intentional. ❤

[@nursecutiea.p.4357]

This has definitely inspired me to take my spending more seriously. I am not a makeup person but beauty, clothing, eating out, and I am a perfume addict. I am going to join you on a no buy year starting soon. Thanks for the great content! Looking forward to the updates.

[@quantumwombat]

This was really inspiring! My spending has also gotten a little out of hand lately, and I'm currently working on being more strict with myself on my budget! While I don't think a low-buy is the right strategy for me, I wish you clarity and determination and I'm SO excited to see your updates and progress!

[@u140550]

In General it’s a good thing to save, and be reasonable with it; while treating yourself every once in a while. As a Asian person we do this naturally, and try to think priorities. I hope you can do it, it’s definitely hard. You got this!!!! I think you got a good start, you set your priorities; and set your exceptions. Two recommendations I’d give you is if you can save enough that you can store some of it for retirement in the future whether that’s a ira or 401k via your job if they offer it, and choose health for your wealth as in “choose good high quality food that will benefit you, than going for the cheap low quality that will slow you down (within reason)”.

[@peachesandcream-z8y]

I'm def joining. I started planing while watching this video. I hope we'll make it but don't feel too much pressure!

[@MariaLopez-rc5es]

Your hair looks amazing with this color!

[@Destinygolden2011]

This is so inspiring! I spend WAY too much on eating out & clothing. I've never heard of the no/low buy year method but after this I'm heavily considering it. Even if I don't do the full-on low buy commitment, I'm feeling inspired to set some new spending boundaries for myself

[@evolili4245]

That sounds great😊 I like to treat myself, but sometimes I'm not sure if it is actually a treat and giving me the joy I think or if it is more a habit, maybe even coping mechanism. However the year goes, I can imagine that it will give you more consciousness about spending money and about yourself!

[@jdchickster]

Grocery shopping tips: always buy fruits and veggies at either a local farmers market or Asian grocery store (my favourite) - so much cheaper and fresher ingredients. Skincare tips: less is more! Your skin will learn to heal and recover on its own. You don’t need 5 step routines. Buy 1 high quality moisturizer and 1 high quality face wash. And stick to it. Clothes: love it, I’m on this journey too. I’m gonna incorporate your tips! Perfume: finding your unique scent can be an experience too! I know how much you like perfumes but you can really establish a signature smell (or like 4 you love to rotate ) Other saving tips: walk or subway as much as possible, don’t Uber. When you crave junk food, find it in a grocery store and make it, tea bags help keep Starbucks at bay- chai, green tea, camomile. Makes staying at home fun during colder weathers especially. Find a cute mug to make it more fun.

[@evolili4245]

Ohh that makes me want to cuddle up at home instantly with hot tea, fluffy blanket and watch a feel-good movie💖

[@Blo039]

Loved the tips! ❤

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

Great tips!!! Thanks so much!

[@blablabladuda]

This is a big sign for me to go on a no buy. I’m trying to save for my wedding and just be better with overspending. I’m gonna start too🥰✨

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

Yesss, let's do it together!!! A wedding is great inspiration to save ;) Congratulations!!!

[@oransherf1089]

@@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo q hav u been in london??;;;;;;

[@InfinitegardenbyBethK]

This is great news! I would love to hear regular updates. It’s so wise to take action like this to change habits. It’s wonderful to see your success ❤ I’m a fellow Leo and I practiced a no-buy earlier this year. I’m planning to do it every year for January as a cleanse.

[@kmfea]

I've been trying to start saving more as well. I look at all the makeup I have and kind of regret so many things that I bought, because I haven't used up enough products at all. 🥴 But it's never too late to make a change! Good luck, you can do it! 💕

[@chantelleclark5854]

Love this has definitely inspired me to do the save and be smarter with my money to save for the things I really want and care about. I know buying fancy skincare and makeup is a wonderful things but should be done as a treat not a lifestyle where over consuming is being advertised as the norm, it’s just not sustainable for the vast majority of us. Get the house, get the car and get ahead of your career then indulge a little if you still want it by then.

[@shelbyalston1734]

This was such a helpful video, going to try a no buy/low buy to save up for continuing my education. Thank you for so many great tips!

[@Epz503]

Also trying to save more and consume less, so I came back to watch this video! Don’t know if I can handle a year, but trying to go a month at a time. Also, I’m going to SIX in Nashville in May, and am so excited to see you!

[@phoebechristina]

I was just sitting at work a few days ago thinking how I wanted to do a low/no buy. I'm getting my large purchases out the way now so that I can do the same next year!

[@sarutucigash]

I also had this thought lately concerning perfumes..I did not have a big collection to start with, almost 30. But I find it overwhelming, cause most I was not crazy about and as you said, it just caused more anxiety, because I found other perfumes I really liked but felt guilty buying them bwcause I already knew I had spent money on tje other ones I was not using. I have narrowed down to almost 15 perfumes now, but still feels too much. Minimalism really gives peace of mind

[@Kaykayrose26]

I love this for you! I've been watching a lot of low buy videos as well. You will reach your goal of saving 🙌🏻 I'm on a low buy for clothes, makeup and skincare as well 🤗 good luck!

[@lisawithans]

Smart move Gabriela! I used to be an agent and I have to say you have a great head on your shoulders. Have a great and exciting tour 🎭

[@annettedoodles]

YAYYY!! good luck gabi!! I'm doing it along side with you, let's stay strong!

[@sart1348]

This is inspiring. I'm finally back after stage after injury, navigating the pandemic, and need to find a way to save as much of what I make until I can make more again. The precariousness of our industry makes money matter super hard!

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

Absolutely. Well, I’ll be here for you on this journey if you decide to join in any capacity!!

[@ameliaryczek8433]

I'm so excited for you! I'm glad you're changing your mindset around money. I hope that this will help you get where you want to be.

[@carolejean63]

Great video! Intermittent fasting/time restricted eating lifestyle saves me,it’s great for a budget and I’ve lost 30 pounds and kept the weight off over a year and a half it’s great for gut health as well and great on my skin I’ve aged in rewind 15 + years I also eat lower carb with healthy fats! Not sure how that would work with your schedule I’m on maintenance now! You look amazing I’ve enjoyed watching your work out videos ..

[@danim.2717]

Ms. Gabby you are very smart with your money. I would like to do a no buy year as well and it is a struggle just going one week without spending as well.

[@mayweallread4731]

This is perfect timining! Th am you so much for sharing this new goal with us I am so motivated to save money as well and will love to continue this journey with you

[@chrissy9865]

You got this Gabi!!! ❤ I’ve been thinking about doing it as well, this is a sign! Oh and if you haven’t discovered Hannah Louise Poston already her videos on no buy year are absolutely amazing.

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

Thank you!!! Yes, love her videos!

[@kathyjimenez4370]

I definitely need to go on a no buy too. Been spending too much money on perfumes 😢and clothes. This is a great idea for me. Need to save my money. Thanks for the tip 😊

[@danallshaw1131]

Been watching since 2018(on and off) when you were doing astro. Glad your representing the pride in the arts.:)

[@therealangelosettler]

Your hair looks amazing

[@kristenoconnnell1373]

This is SO inspiring. I have toyed with the idea of doing this as well. As I sit here and think about what I have, I really don't need anything. I have plenty of everything! I look forward to supporting you on your journey. You got it!!!!

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

Yaaaay! I feel like a lot of people are in the same boat, and realizing the stress that overbuying and overconsumption can bring. Thanks for being here!!!

[@amyzing3603]

Okay, I'm with you! I really needed someone to do a no-buy with to feel like I'm not alone, and this is the sign. Thanks Gabriela! We can do this 💪 💰

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

We CAN!!!

[@laurenkelly8499]

That was easy to watch, you're very well spoken :)

[@SianYu1]

For anyone who is struggling with cutting down on spending- try looking for free samples. A lot of beauty stores will have free samples for things like perfume, the body shop usually have free samples of lotions and masks if you ask them at the desk. Some places do free food promotions when you download their apps like a free 'doughnut' and stuff like that. You'll be surprised what free stuff you can find when you start looking. There are apps available that share what places do free promotions.

[@aga456wawa8]

Love this idea. Very inspiring! Will do the same. You go girl!!

[@brittneyk0158]

Thanks for sharing all the great insight! You are beautiful and probably don’t need to spend another dime on “makeup!” So many could probably not buy makeup for the rest of their lives and STILL have too much! 🤭 Investing in quality “skincare” is a MUST for a lot of people!

[@talialoves1310]

You got this babe! I definitely want to add something like this to my life too. 💕

[@fallsoul6284]

Hi! I love your content i'm really happy for you about your career and self development it's inspiring as a young woman, i love your ambition and I encourage you and hope you succeed in all that you undertake ❤ Sending lots of good vibes☺️☺️

[@oliviaacosta6239]

You are on the right path.

[@jesscruz4114]

I know this is off topic but girl...that hair 😍

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

Hey, as a Leo, I will ALWAYS accept a hair component ;) thank you

[@findingmybliss5713]

A lot of time when I feel I want to buy a lot of things I don't need or something I can't quite afford I just put it in the basket and save for later

[@alanc7772]

Thank you!!!

[@dandelioninthespring28]

If you happen to write any of these rules down and publish them as a printable, let me know! That would be really helpful, I find we have some similar rules/goals around spending.

[@emilieheirbaut4365]

I love this

[@shytimmons3853]

I need to do this so bad !!!!!!! It’s so hard

[@tricaharvey8584]

I so need to do the same this video really speaks to me ❤

[@lauren1218]

Would love for you to post Empties videos as you use up your stuff!

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

Great will do! I love watching empties videos 😍

[@pinkfabulous248]

Great idea. Definitely a low buy is a way to go for me 🌸

[@lonesomenotes5865]

I’m gonna miss the perfume blind buys 😢 but I totally get it!

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

If companies wanna give me a stipend to do blind buys. I’ll gladly do em! 👀

[@TeresaGrimmer]

Does SIX not pay for your hotel/ airbnb?

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

I get a stipend weekly, so if the housing I choose costs less than my weekly stipend, I can pocket whatever is left :)

[@Jay-bo1gs]

I agree with most of your plan except the food. Too much unnecessary stress living on the road. If you eat 35 meals a week, you can afford to eat out 7+ times and enjoy it! Also I wouldn't sweat the tax deductible stuff.

[@shytimmons3853]

What about Xmas this year ?

[@MariaLopez-rc5es]

No!!! Good for you but I LOVE your perfume videos.😅

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

Well, I guess companies will just have to send me stuff, or people will have to send me gift cards ;)

[@chasebennett6164]

do you use hairspray? spray a lot of perfume?

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

I don’t use hairspray!

[@chasebennett6164]

@@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo do you use a lot of perfume?

[@jp9548]

scrounge mode! lol watch that survivor minimalist guy Cody Lundin LOL

[@jp9548]

i guess you were doing it big for each video wanting to buy review stuff for your veiwers too.

[@luckyjessica3518]

The first video I watched on ur channel was when you did a “no spending month” and u did check ins lol You had short hair 😆 back then.

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

Yes!! Exactly!! I loved that time in my life :)

[@silentious6996]

But maam ur a leo it will be hard to do that.

[@angelaggarrido7816]

Like it's easy for everyone else 😂😂😂

[@Lucinda666]

I can't do any low costs..........Only earn more and use it.....anyway keep good healthy style.

[@tananario]

Set some savings goals too! Easy ones so you get more wins.😂

[@themaritimez]

Easy to do a no buy year when everything is covered for you and you get sent free shit lol

[@saltandpepperandmint]

May Lord help you with that… not easy 😄

[@GabrielaFrancescaCarrillo]

Nope but it’ll be worth it!

[@stavrosharamis3002]

Good luck! Lol!

[@ericparra7666]

Hello , ⭐ Babies

[@fernandorios3448]

I don’t believe you! Lol 🦂