Earlier this month, TikTok user @mamadougiee asked people to share the thing they didn't realize was expensive until they became an adult and actually had to pay for it:
She explained how she never knew toilet paper was so expensive:
People in the comments soon started sharing the things they never realized were expensive — like having kids:
Watching TV is an expensive hobby:
And so is eating nutritious foods:
Then TikTok user @loveyourats decided to make a similar video, calling out how expensive rugs were:
People also came to the comments to express their frustrations with how pricey throw pillows can be:
Even this 17-year-old knew how overpriced mirrors are:
If you eat cheese, you know it costs more than you think:
A bottle of olive oil will cost you a pretty penny:
And same goes for a mattress:
A simple table and chairs typically runs you an arm and a leg:
If you want to keep your place spotless, it's gonna cost you:
Basic things, like the GOOD Halloween candy, are also costly:
If you want to make your food flavorful, you're going to have to pay for it:
Something as simple as paper towels can run your bank account dry:
Haircare products can also add up:
![I don't even want to talk about shampoo & conditioner - also thought they were sold together I mean cause why would they not be [crying emoji]](https://img.buzzfeed.com/buzzfeed-static/static/2021-01/19/22/asset/f1378ca0eb52/sub-buzz-18015-1611094885-3.png)
Your bank account may take a hit after you purchase some vanilla extract:
Health insurance — in the US, anyway — is ridiculously expensive:
Necessary feminine hygiene products — again, in the US — can also be ridiculously expensive:
Moving can be a huge expense, especially if you hire a moving company:
And houses. I didn't know people thought houses were cheap, but nonetheless, it's worth mentioning:
Lastly, TikTok user @uberzombs jumped on the trend with the most accurate one of all — LIVING. JUST BEING ALIVE IS EXPENSIVE:
On that note, I am broke.
