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Minimalist Practice: How Many Daily Items Does a Woman Really Need?

Originally written by Maple Sugar on April 3, 2019

Introduction​

After practicing minimalism for a year, I've discarded about 70% of my possessions, leaving just 50 essential items. Surprisingly, this hasn't negatively impacted my life at all - instead, it has helped shape my life into exactly what I wanted it to be.

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Key achievement:

  • Started with numerous possessions
  • Reduced to 50 essential items
  • All items fit in one backpack
  • Can live comfortably anywhere

Complete Essential Items List​

Electronic Devices​

  1. Laptop
  2. Kindle
  3. Mobile phone
  4. Chargers for all three devices
  5. Two pairs of earphones (large and small)

Personal Care​

Skincare Basics​

  • Facial cleanser
  • Toner
  • Serum
  • Moisturizer
  • Face cream
  • Eye cream

Optional Makeup (for going out)​

  • Sunscreen
  • BB cushion
  • Eyebrow powder
  • Lip balm
  • Lipstick
  • Perfume
  • Makeup remover

Daily Hygiene​

  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Portable toothbrush holder
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel
  • Laundry soap
  • Towel
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Personal care items are sized to last approximately two months

Miscellaneous Items​

Travel Essentials​

  • U-shaped pillow
  • Thermos
  • Wallet
  • Selfie stick
  • Umbrella
  • Eye mask
  • Notebook
  • Pen
  • Sunglasses
  • Regular glasses
  • Power bank

Personal Tools​

  • Hair dryer
  • Cotton swabs
  • Eye drops
  • Dental floss
  • Scissors
  • Nail clipper
  • Eyebrow razor
  • Small tweezers
  • Hair ties
  • Comb
  • Combination lock
  • Miscellaneous bag

Reflection​

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Key realizations:

  1. These 50 items are sufficient for a comfortable life
  2. Everything fits in one backpack
  3. This setup enables easy relocation
  4. Minimalism doesn't mean sacrifice

Electronic Essentials Skincare Products Makeup Items Daily Hygiene Products Travel Essentials Personal Tools Complete Collection

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The photos demonstrate how these 50 essential items can be efficiently organized and packed, proving that a minimalist lifestyle is both practical and liberating.