10 Things I No Longer Buy | Money Saving, Zero Waste Ideas

10 Things I No Longer Buy | Money Saving, Zero Waste Ideas | Aja Dang

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Hi! I'm Aja Dang and this video is about the 10 things I no longer buy. Most of the items on this list I stopped buying because I'm trying to decrease my waste however, no longer buying these 10 items anymore is saving me a ton of money! ($100 a dog treats? No thanks).
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@thealyssab_ 3 жыл бұрын

Idk why people are being so critical about your weight. You look great at any weight.

@pretentiousmoi6953 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, f those people

@KayKayBayForever 3 жыл бұрын

Are people actually making critical comments on her channel?? I haven’t seen any, and I’m really disappointed now that they exist. Come ON people! She looks amazing!

@BonBonHassan 3 жыл бұрын

Because people love to nitpick women smh And the world constantly holds us to an unattainable standard I’m sick of it

@johannprosper6057 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! She’s so beautiful and looks so happy. People need to stop.

@the.annethology 3 жыл бұрын

Cause society is so hypocritical. People pretend to love plus sized, but judge people who gain weight. People also hate when they lose weight.

@natwilliams2215 3 жыл бұрын

Waste free living is always marketed as being super expensive, but what it really means is just buying less stuff! The actual opposite of expensive

@ed8329 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, buy it once and never buy it again!

@alongforthememories 3 жыл бұрын

I think the upfront costs for some reusable products can be quite expensive, and I personally find that companies that offer waste free/minimal products are more expensive than bigger brands especially from a cost by use (detergent, floss, etc). I love living waste free but if you’re not DIYing a lot of the refillable products, which tbh I don’t feel are always as effective-believe me I’ve tried; I do think it can be quite pricy (at least initially!)

@elenamg779 3 жыл бұрын

As a Mexican I cannot agree with you on the avocado 🤣. Although I will say that avocados in Latin America taste a million times better than those in the US.

@kaileyreinhart8761 3 жыл бұрын

I’m from San Diego and live in Australia, where the avocados are.. very sad 😂 I always say how much I miss the avocados from home so I feel like my mind would be blown if I ever try avocados from Latin America!

@Mary.F.365 3 жыл бұрын

@@kaileyreinhart8761 if you ever get the chance to travel to Mexico / South America / Central America your mind will be blown the avocado can be huge.. I’m talking about the size of your face and a beautiful light green color not dark brown/ black like in the states. I can’t even explain to you the amazing taste!

@Ash2theB 3 жыл бұрын

I thought most of the avocados were imported from Central and South America 🤔🧐.

@ef4zsv 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed 100%! US avocados are yuck. Nothing compared to a good one in foreign countries.

@kimmycakes03 3 жыл бұрын

Omg.. dehydrating meat for dog treats!! A new idea I haven’t seen in any other “things I no longer buy” videos. I’m definitely going to start doing this, thank you Aja.

@AjaDang 3 жыл бұрын

you're welcome!

@cloudykam 3 жыл бұрын

”Everything has its place” well said. I need to definitely keep this in mind when I go shopping for things I need not want 😍

@honeybee2356 3 жыл бұрын

I agree! I ask myself, "Where am I going to put this?" when I'm planning to purchase something. I do not like clutter or waste. Take care ❤

@atlantacabil 3 жыл бұрын

@Kam I can tell you from experience that if you remove emotion from your purchases it will make it easy to buy need items versus want items. Keep this in mind. You should never combine money and emotion because money doesn't care how you feel.

@VanessaBlanco 3 жыл бұрын

*cleans tomato sauce jar to use as water bottle* GENIUS

@natwilliams2215 3 жыл бұрын

My brother uses empty spirit bottles- hilarious and they're super aesthetic too!

@vanelaguereja 3 жыл бұрын

@@natwilliams2215 I use all sorts of glass containers, bottles, etc, to propagate my plants. Never thought about using them as water jugs, great idea!

@AjaDang 3 жыл бұрын

it's the best girl!

@Rocioslane 3 жыл бұрын

Protip: You can also let the empty jar soak in soap, white vinegar and hot water to better help remove the sauce smell :-)

@Stuffings00 3 жыл бұрын

I would say- from what I’ve seen recently, water bottles are often made of Pyrex style glass, so they would be more expensive. But since Pyrex isn’t that pricey, I don’t know why the bottles are!

@lilmerm8693 3 жыл бұрын

I will take everyone’s unwanted avocados! 🥑 🙋🏻‍♀️

@adrianabecerra6248 3 жыл бұрын

Loved loved this video. I sat down with my mother who thinks there's no way to every minimize our spending and now she sees there is always a way. Thanks!!!!

@AjaDang 3 жыл бұрын

there's always a way!

@emic138 3 жыл бұрын

I cut up a large turkish towel that we never used into about 40 cloth napkins, serged the edges, and my family of 4 uses them for every single meal. it’s saved soooooo much money esp since we’re all home all day every day! totally with you also about just taking my regular metal utensils instead of buying fancy wooden sets, and with the awesomeness of menstrual cups and not getting grossed out about one’s own bodily fluids. the freedom of not having to repurchase these things (and seeing all the waste that comes with it!) is such an awesome feeling. totally agree about the tastelessness and weird texture of 🥑 as well! 😝

@brooklynnpauline 3 жыл бұрын

This list is golden! Different from the lists other KZfaqrs are sharing, this was a treat to listen to!

@AjaDang 3 жыл бұрын

oh really? thank you!

@wowmyelectric 3 жыл бұрын

You can dehydrate with a regular oven, use low temp many hours. No additional device needed :)

@thisuniquechica 3 жыл бұрын

It uses more energy, though 😕

@BriteBlaze 3 жыл бұрын

wait... you guys were buying avocado toast?? like from restaurants??

@AjaDang 3 жыл бұрын

in my defense it's been at least four years.

@jatvirginmega 3 жыл бұрын

@@AjaDang Hahahahahaha; god, i used to buy it all the time, too. Never again. Great video, Aja!! shared this video with my friends- so many good pointers!

@kasiowelove1 3 жыл бұрын

Lol I was also like WHAT?!

@destinyeb2498 3 жыл бұрын

lmao

@cathydiamond6573 3 жыл бұрын

@@kasiowelove1 same here.

@NancyMacnaancymaac 3 жыл бұрын

Omg Aja!!! Thank you for linking to my brand again! ✨❤️ Love all these eco-friendly swaps too!

@dianarochel6981 3 жыл бұрын

Now I know what to do with my scraps of cotton fabric! Going to make a bunch of paper towels ☺️ Thank you Aja !

@quinkim1 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing with this video! Made it a priority to be less wasteful just this week. You're content is so relatable! Love the videos, keep em comin!

@LoBudgets 3 жыл бұрын

For spices that you don't need a lot of, you can always find a store like a co-op where there are bulk spices and just grab the amount you need. It'll cost you so little and you can still try new recipes with the exact spices they ask for! :)

@inapatel49 3 жыл бұрын

we use the same sauce bottles for also storing our homemade green juice :) ! GREAT video!

@maite7833 3 жыл бұрын

As a Latina we’ve been using sauce containers as cups my whole life 😂

@ef4zsv 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂

@amandar3467 3 жыл бұрын

Yes!! I love this content. I use two different cups myself and use a couple of period underwears as backup in case my cup leaks on my heavy days. Love Saalt and Ruby cups.

@artofcrystaltime1648 3 жыл бұрын

Wow your list is a breath of fresh air. Thank you! Really loved this video. Definitely relatable.

@nancynguyen2263 3 жыл бұрын

Ok this is brilliant, Aja. Thanks so much for these recs!

@itsmejanetphan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video, Aja! You’ve inspired me to do my part in decreasing my waste - just bought some stasher bags and reusable cotton pads for myself and friends as gifts :)

@LifeAs_Kiki 3 жыл бұрын

Where have you been all of my life? Omggggg I’m binge watching 💙

@hannahwyer9227 3 жыл бұрын

Love this! Thank you Aja for another amazing video!

@msmintygreen 3 жыл бұрын

WHOA! Ok girl... right off the bat coming at us with a controversial statement... ok I see you Aja.

@clarecel 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for being so relatable! LOVE your videos, they've been helping me tons!

@creatingbalancefinance 3 жыл бұрын

I’m going to put a video like this together. My spending has totally changed since I had my two little girls. Thank you for the fab content.

@readwithbintou 3 жыл бұрын

LOL, I know what you mean about avocados. I only started eatimg them again this year becasue they used to make me sick as a kid but I can't get with the trend of paying $15 to put a few slices of it on bread. Love your videos Aja!

@honeybee2356 3 жыл бұрын

It's better when you make it for less lol!

@GillianMulholland 3 жыл бұрын

Omg I so need this. I feel like I spend money on things I don't need a lot.

@amac0190 3 жыл бұрын

Brian coming in like a spouse while you're on a zoom meeting for work 🤣

@AjaDang 3 жыл бұрын

giving zero f*ck$. I edited out the part of the video where he walks right into my background with only underwear on so he could get into the drawers...

@sandralantau7395 3 жыл бұрын

@@AjaDang Awwwwww, I thought it was cute. Especially when Brian waved at (or was it thumbs up'd) us

@lydiad2358 3 жыл бұрын

I love these zero waste videos you have been having!!! ❤❤

@jrkarategirl 3 жыл бұрын

My breakfast toast has been consisting of: Dave's killer bread, over easy egg, red pepper flakes, a little feta and tomatoes. If I have it I'll add avocados but won't go out of my way. I may have to start adding micro greens. I bought my fam some reusable papertowels from etsy as well as russbe storage bags. I highly recommend them. They are so easy to clean (dishwasher safe) and such great quality. I know it's not the most eco friendly but I tend to store the plastic utensils that carryout places give you (even when you specifically say you don't need it) and I use them in my lunch box for work. I use old relish/jelly jars that fit in a coozie to take my hot or iced coffee on the go. We love ditto in our home. I've bought several great jeans for under $20 and some still were new with tags.

@dangashh 3 жыл бұрын

I use Folger's instant coffee container (giant cap lock) for storing everything and anything. It's pretty for display, and you can paint the lid. Grape fruit skin, dry in the sun, then boil when needed for cleaning solution (or bath for nourishing skin) -- I prefer the smell and use over apple cider.

@AngelTrazo 3 жыл бұрын

This was the most entertaining ‘what I stopped buying’ video 💕 I love your personality Aja! Ugh avocado toast is ungodly expensive. I love it but I DIY it. I also died when you threw the sock as a dog toy replacement 🤣

@havardhopeful 3 жыл бұрын

This is one of my goals for the new year 😊

@sossamon01 3 жыл бұрын

You're such an inspiration and love your ideas. I've never heard of reusable cotton pads or ear buds!

@rebeccacartier153 3 жыл бұрын

There’s a ripple on the table runner behind your right shoulder and it’s driving me crazy 😜 😂. I totally agree with the avocados toast

@ArdillaINC 3 жыл бұрын

I love avocados and in Peru we also eat them on French style baguettes. It’s a traditional breakfast to eat on Sundays with family paired with black coffee. BUT they are super cheap over there. I would never buy avocado toast here for $15 when I can make it at home for probably $3 or less. That I 100% agree with

@lynninfinite 3 жыл бұрын

I haven’t bought cotton pads in years. Love that for us

@honeybee2356 3 жыл бұрын

I use washable cloths for cleaning too, it saves a lot.

@ellentran96 3 жыл бұрын

There are really cute ones on Etsy too! :)

@krymsonshenk6050 3 жыл бұрын

Love the water bottle idea!

@katelynnmcdougall9826 3 жыл бұрын

If you sprinkle everything bagel 🥯 seasoning onto avocado 🥑 toast it’s awesome !

@katrinapineda6873 3 жыл бұрын

I've been wanting to get a dehydrator to make dog treats! the past months I've been letting my dog try different varieties of dehydrated treats from small businesses and my dog loves them more than the store-bought treats. Need to start a sinking fund for it because I want to buy a good quality one and hopefully make a business out of it as well.

@katiefrolichman 3 жыл бұрын

Aja, tarragon is one of my FAVORITE herbs! It plays nicely with poultry. When I make my day after Thanksgiving Turkey sandwich, I add it. I use it in my chicken salad. Use it when making a deli chicken/turkey sandwich. I have also added it to my rice before and YUM! I hope this helps! Love you

@EmmiRoosa 3 жыл бұрын

Love this kind of content - motivated to save money 😍🙌🏼✨💃🏼

@alessandrahaha 3 жыл бұрын

Thank youuyu this gave me some new ideas, so helpful and informative!👌☺

@CAsaidit 3 жыл бұрын

Love the glass jar for drinking idea. I like to use larger glass jars to cold steep iced tea, usually barley tea. My favorite jar is one from Trader Joes which originally holds their 100% melon juice 33.8 fl oz

@sharonkhaw9560 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your tips!

@SR98889 3 жыл бұрын

Looking good, Aja!

@crazychic451 3 жыл бұрын

When Brian appeared in the back😂😂😂 love it

@haileywaybright8945 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU. Avocados make me feel lightheaded and I cant understand why people go crazy over them!

@gracekau7908 3 жыл бұрын

One of the best “Things I no longer buy” videos. Thoroughly Enjoyed this video, Aja!

@misscecilmutule-instagram 3 жыл бұрын

Am from Kenya 🇰🇪 and our avocados are tasty, and full of oil in them and some even sweet . We grow them 😊

@ef4zsv 3 жыл бұрын

Yup!

@ms.frederique 3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha me watching with my avocado toast 😂 thank you great video xx

@annabelle9808 2 жыл бұрын

I recently got a puppy and remembered this video about dehydrator dog treat hack to save money and provide good quality dog treats for my puppy. Thank you Aja :).

@CAsaidit 3 жыл бұрын

I stopped buying so many beverages especially juice. Growing up, my parents always served juice at every meal. I easily got into this habit but recently realized, I don't need a sugary drink every meal and it's costing me money each time. Especially since I like real juice, not some minute maid nonsense.

@krupadnjya6995 3 жыл бұрын

I like the way your honest with things ☺️💕 make good content like this.

@SamElle 3 жыл бұрын

I feel really icky when using wooden utensils!! I feel like the surface of it is never really cleaned (even if I run it through the dishwasher) I just get the heebie jeebies LOL

@AjaDang 3 жыл бұрын

it's seriously the worst

@livingunjaded 3 жыл бұрын

Loved this video! I started making zero waste swaps to cut back on monthly expenses. It has saved me money over time and also just made me think differently-like I save my sauce jars too and use them for soooo many things around the kitchen/house!

@brittanysmason 3 жыл бұрын

I love your channel and content 💕

@kathleen6288 3 жыл бұрын

Bidets are the best! I was so happy not to be stressed over tp this past year. I hate when I have to use the restroom when I am out & about. Bidets clean much, much better. Haven't used tp in years. Great video! Love zero waste tips/money saving tips.

@AjaDang 3 жыл бұрын

every time I try a bidet at a hotel it tickles and I hate it.

@misciasimmons5337 3 жыл бұрын

We travel with a picnic basket and two sets of metal travel utensils. That include reusable straws. This has worked out for us. For centuries women used fabric pads and would wash them.

@fridalopez738 3 жыл бұрын

What about dog throw up do you still use the cloth ones? I mean i knoe it’s not a hard question but just curious

@AugustinRa 3 жыл бұрын

Cotton pads can be a lil pricey and if you want to have a cheaper alternative, you may repurpose a soft face towel, cut them into a size and shape you want, and sew it. I repurposed two a year ago, gave a lot of pieces to some, and until now, we've been using it. 😊

@murcuryjenny 3 жыл бұрын

I love all the recommendations you have. I'm slowly transitioning to no waste because I hate disposing of things. I'm converting my boyfriend too, I cringe at his single use items

@MissLary24 3 жыл бұрын

WOMAN YOUR VOICE😍💗 it's like liquid gold, I could listen to you read out grocery lists. All day everyday 😂 Not to mention you are stunning. K bye 🌹

@SerenaShah 3 жыл бұрын

this is so so inspirational, i didnt even think about half of these things or that alternatives existed! will defo have to try these out :)

@leannadelacruz1676 3 жыл бұрын

YES - thank you! Avocados are not the holy grail!

@DenEliD 3 жыл бұрын

I really loved this video. I got the Unpaper Towels from your recommendation and they've been amazing! GladRags also makes REALLY great reusable pads!

@AjaDang 3 жыл бұрын

glad you like them! And I believe the pad I have is from GladRags

@ellentran96 3 жыл бұрын

So many cute unpaper towels on Etsy :)

@beatrizramos9414 3 жыл бұрын

Aja you need to come to Chile, here avocados really taste like avocados hahaha while I lived in the US I really missed that. We put avocado on everything, even hot dogs, we call them "completos". It's crazy hahaha but really good

@AjaDang 3 жыл бұрын

I'll have to take your word for it!

@blessedbythebest1003 3 жыл бұрын

You just out of the blue made me want to change my ways 😆😆😆 (first time watching)

@samanthaworkman5340 3 жыл бұрын

love the realness

@MsCristina206 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Goals!

@Ttya00 3 жыл бұрын

high quality content. you are amazing :) thank you

@jessicagraham2699 3 жыл бұрын

If you still have your stainless steel bottles and want to use them try soaking/swishing with a mix of white vinegar and water (50/50). My friend showed me this with our electric kettle and it's been a god send!

@dheynda 3 жыл бұрын

whhhhaaa avocados are amazing 🤩🤩. i’m in team avocado

@umitsahin8698 3 жыл бұрын

I have no idea why I'm this early but I'm not mad... Love the inspiration Aja!!

@alyssacovarrubias2977 3 жыл бұрын

I like this video ! Please do more like this 😊

@jenniferdominguez07 3 жыл бұрын

Yuppies made avocados expensive and now saying they’re not that good

@blackdiamond606 3 жыл бұрын

Aja, love you hair! It shines! Can you do a hair treatment video? Love from Shanghai.

@allisonvanderstoel4954 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@worcestergal 3 жыл бұрын

Looove avocados! lol, I usually don't need the toast though. Just the avocados, slice them + coarse salt + red pepper flakes, so yummy.

@TinaLeder 3 жыл бұрын

Omg idk if you follow or know *Stephan Graham* but the *avocado toast* being the first HAD ME.🤣

@hannahwyer9227 3 жыл бұрын

OMG SAME!!!

@AjaDang 3 жыл бұрын

all i know is that he doesn't buy coffee haha

@adrianahernandez6533 3 жыл бұрын

I watch him too I literally thought it was a joke at first 😂 like he does it

@sweetpebz 3 жыл бұрын

I love watching these videos of yours! What about toilet paper? Are you using the washable ones? Bidet?

@chareli 3 жыл бұрын

Girl, you look amazing!

@buibuibuirockineverywhere8701 3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha Avocado Toast 🤣🥑 I felt that! I used to order it as well when eating out for breakfast. Making avocado at home is hella cheap. Walmart 98 cents for a loaf of bread and .58 cents for 1 avocado, seasoning free at home. Super cheap compared to $15 avocado toast at the restaurants. Lol 😝

@lynninfinite 3 жыл бұрын

Loveeee making avocado toast at home!!

@emmachengkl 3 жыл бұрын

We adopted stray dogs recently and I regret buying toys for them. I've discovered they like playing most with plastic bags, rags and lint rollers I looove avo toast but I would imagine most restaurants also add things like pesto, rockets, feta cheese etc on them too!

@liz04g 3 жыл бұрын

Central Market has a section you can pack up your own spices and they sell it by weight. So you don’t need to buy the entire container for one time use recipe. Just an FYI. I find it very helpful and convenient.

@lynum40 3 жыл бұрын

🙋🏾‍♀️Hi Brian...I love when he just randomly pop in your videos. Maybe you can go through your previous video and find where Brian pop in. Love your videos ❤️❤️❤️

@heytherecarmi 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos continue to be my favorite :) I do a lot of these ideas already, but I really love that idea about the dog treats! A lot of my family members have dogs... so maybe I can gift them some homemade dog treats for Christmas. Thanks :D

@AjaDang 3 жыл бұрын

yes! I'm gifting my best friend dog parents with homemade dog treats.

@daisyrose4123 3 жыл бұрын

yo! stasher bags are legit! i started making popcorn in them! i didn't like how much waste microwave popcorn made, plus there are chemicals apparently in them? idk either way. oil and popcorn kernels in the bag, microwave, put whatever butter or seasoning on top, and boom it's amazing!

@jenobebs 3 жыл бұрын

I found it weird when avocado is on a sandwich/toast. I grew up with avocado being desert, we put milk and ice on it. Yum!!!

@isamarcolon-matias1001 3 жыл бұрын

I cant use the cup, but I do have reusable pads. Amazing!

@kathwinnnnnn 3 жыл бұрын

I AGREE ON YOUR AVOCADO STATEMENT HAHA Every time I tell people i'm not a fan of avocados, they think i'm insane. Its my least favorite food item. i also am a huge advocate for using menstrual cups and underwear! I would say its a healthier, cleaner, and much more low maintenance alternative compared to pads and tampons

@nagisadavis 3 жыл бұрын

"I would save your money on stupid crap like wooden utensils" HAHA. that was so funny to me

@jenison2985 3 жыл бұрын

Great video 😊love all your no buys, I have many of those on my list too! I’ll have to get the reusable cotton pads and stasher bags, did you get them online? Thanks..I’ll be subbing to your channel 😊

@aznnlaydee 3 жыл бұрын

Can you make a video on how you wax at home! Interested in doing it myself at home too but not sure where to start!

@vickyjansen3544 3 жыл бұрын

I buy ball jars, their cheap. You can have hot coffee in them. Plus they can be use as a measuring cup because they have the measurings on the side. Buy a glass kombucha juice and take the glass and decorate it with color rubber bands. Thanks for your video.