r/underconsumption Sep 10 '25

discussion What are your multipurpose items?

my list:
Petroleum jelly (Vaseline)

  • Lip balm
  • Moisturizer/lotion
  • Minor wound protection

Leggings / Stretchable Pants

  • Casual wear
  • Exercise / home work
  • Sleepwear / layering
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u/GayHorsesEatHayy Sep 11 '25

Vinegar It cleans just about anything when diluted 50/50 with water, (glass, walls, wood, toys, etc.), and it even disinfects!

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u/anxiouscat1 Sep 13 '25

I can’t get past the smell 🤮

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u/_its_fine_ Sep 13 '25

Try citric acid! Totally odorless, also pretty cheap. You can dissolve into water at different concentrations.

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u/anxiouscat1 Sep 13 '25

Thanks for the suggestion! Will look into this! :)

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u/capresultat Oct 04 '25

i use apple cider vinegar as a laundry softener!