Frugal Friends Podcast Frugal Ways to Stretch Everyday Products with Hope Ware
May 13, 2025
Hope Ware, host of the Under the Median YouTube channel, joins to share innovative frugal tips. She discusses how a little product can stretch for weeks, including clever ways to repurpose items. Listeners learn about mindful consumption and maximizing everyday essentials like shampoo and soap. Hope emphasizes sustainability through practices like using less detergent and repurposing glass jars. The conversation is both humorous and practical, inspiring a community approach to saving money and reducing waste.
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Track Product Usage Duration
- Write the date you opened a product on the container to track how long it lasts.
- Use smaller containers and serving spoons to control portions and reduce waste.
Morph Soap into Foaming Soap
- Convert soft soap into foaming soap by diluting it with water in a foaming dispenser.
- Use hot water and shower gel for a similar effect to stretch soap usage.
Use Towel Instead of Dryer Sheets
- Skip dryer sheets and add a clean dry towel with essential oils to the dryer.
- This reduces drying time by 30-45 minutes and cuts static cling naturally.
