Shocking 'money-saving' tip slammed as 'unhygienic on several levels’
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In the world of budgeting and frugality, there's a fine line between cutting costs and cutting corners on personal hygiene.
A recent post by a mum on a budgeting forum has sparked a fiery debate, with her unconventional 'money-saving' tip leaving many divided and others downright disgusted.
The mum's post, which she opened with a disclaimer acknowledging the varying 'standards' of necessity, suggested that going without underwear could be a significant cost-saver.
‘As a female, choosing to go the “no underwear” route for years now—I want to assure others who have never considered this that it is so comfortable and that I have never gone back,' she wrote.
While she did make an exception for her ‘monthlies’, she also noted that men seem to have no complaints about the underwear-free lifestyle.
Her post aimed to challenge the notion of underwear as a necessity and to propose ditching it from the budget for those looking to save.
The response was swift and strong, with many voicing their concerns over the hygiene implications of such a practice.
‘'No, no, please wear underwear. That’s just nasty,’ one member replied.
Others pointed out practical considerations, such as the need to wash clothes like jeans less often if underwear is worn, and the hygiene issues that can arise during hot weather.
Some even argued that the supposed savings were illusory, as going without underwear could lead to more frequent washing of larger clothing items, thus not saving money in the long run.
‘You’re actually wasting more money because you’re having to wash large clothing items more frequently as opposed to tiny pairs of underwear,’ a group member pointed out.
On the financial side, many members mentioned that underwear is not a significant expense, with affordable options readily available at stores like Kmart.
‘Yeah, no. You can buy knickers from Kmart for under two bucks. This isn't budget-saving, and it's unhygienic on several levels,’ one commenter noted.
Comfort was another concern raised, with some stating that they would rather spend a little on underwear than deal with discomfort or skin issues.
‘I have to wear underwear; otherwise, I get a sweat rash. I’d rather spend $20 on undies that’ll last years than tons on Sudocrem,’ shared one person.
Despite the overwhelming criticism, some supported the idea, emphasising personal choice and comfort.
‘I’m all for doing what works for you! So embrace that no underwear life, girl, as long as you’re happy!’ a supportive member commented.
The discussion even turned towards the liberating aspect of going commando, with some admitting they enjoyed the occasional freedom from undergarments.
‘It's being spontaneous and a little cheeky! Literally,’ one member chimed in.
The original poster stood by her suggestion, stating, ‘My post was designed to be for someone whose life could be entirely changed by this one simple freedom-seeking change. I'm ignoring the haters who don’t choose it.’
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Where do you stand on this controversial budgeting hack? Is it a step too far in the pursuit of saving money, or is it a personal choice that others shouldn't judge? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
A recent post by a mum on a budgeting forum has sparked a fiery debate, with her unconventional 'money-saving' tip leaving many divided and others downright disgusted.
The mum's post, which she opened with a disclaimer acknowledging the varying 'standards' of necessity, suggested that going without underwear could be a significant cost-saver.
‘As a female, choosing to go the “no underwear” route for years now—I want to assure others who have never considered this that it is so comfortable and that I have never gone back,' she wrote.
While she did make an exception for her ‘monthlies’, she also noted that men seem to have no complaints about the underwear-free lifestyle.
Anonymous mum made a post on social media detailing her ‘budgeting trick’ that involved her going without underwear. Image Source: Pexels / chuanyu2015
Her post aimed to challenge the notion of underwear as a necessity and to propose ditching it from the budget for those looking to save.
The response was swift and strong, with many voicing their concerns over the hygiene implications of such a practice.
‘'No, no, please wear underwear. That’s just nasty,’ one member replied.
Others pointed out practical considerations, such as the need to wash clothes like jeans less often if underwear is worn, and the hygiene issues that can arise during hot weather.
Some even argued that the supposed savings were illusory, as going without underwear could lead to more frequent washing of larger clothing items, thus not saving money in the long run.
‘You’re actually wasting more money because you’re having to wash large clothing items more frequently as opposed to tiny pairs of underwear,’ a group member pointed out.
On the financial side, many members mentioned that underwear is not a significant expense, with affordable options readily available at stores like Kmart.
‘Yeah, no. You can buy knickers from Kmart for under two bucks. This isn't budget-saving, and it's unhygienic on several levels,’ one commenter noted.
Comfort was another concern raised, with some stating that they would rather spend a little on underwear than deal with discomfort or skin issues.
‘I have to wear underwear; otherwise, I get a sweat rash. I’d rather spend $20 on undies that’ll last years than tons on Sudocrem,’ shared one person.
Despite the overwhelming criticism, some supported the idea, emphasising personal choice and comfort.
‘I’m all for doing what works for you! So embrace that no underwear life, girl, as long as you’re happy!’ a supportive member commented.
The discussion even turned towards the liberating aspect of going commando, with some admitting they enjoyed the occasional freedom from undergarments.
‘It's being spontaneous and a little cheeky! Literally,’ one member chimed in.
The original poster stood by her suggestion, stating, ‘My post was designed to be for someone whose life could be entirely changed by this one simple freedom-seeking change. I'm ignoring the haters who don’t choose it.’
Shocked by this no-underwear budgeting trick? Maybe it's time to update your own underwear collection.
Check out this revolutionary, sustainable, and leak-proof underwear for women.
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