Hello and I miss you all!
With work, life, and school my life has been extremely busy.
However, I have missed blogging and Instagraming so much! So I made it my New Year’s resolution to restart and revamp my blog and Instagram.
What kind of content would you like to see? Throw all your ideas in the comments!
Be on the look out for new posts from me.
Thank you 🐷
I have been on a roll with empties the past few months! Keep reading to see my thoughts on some of the items I finished this month.
Skin and Hair Care
Acure Resurfacing Overnight Glycolic Treatment 10mL
This was a sample size I some how came to own. It is a vegan and clean formula. I have tried a few night masks now, and this one has been my favorite! RP? Yes!!!
Sunday Riley CEO Glow Face Oil $40
Serums are hard to finish, I feel accomplished! I really enjoyed this serum, and saw a great improvement in my skin over all while using it. RP? Probably, I have a few to try out before then though.
Acure Pore Clarifying Red Clay Mask
I really enjoyed this mask. I really did help to clean out my pores, and improved their size over all. RP? Yes, once I get few some of the masks in my stash.
Evolvh Ultimate Styling Lotion 59mL $16
I used this on damp hair and it was fantastic. It made my hair less frizzy and my natural waves very pretty. The smell is light and over all enjoyable. RP? Yes! But, I have a few more similar items to use first.
Bioclarity Hydrate Skin Smoothie $14.95
I received this item in PR. I enjoyed this as a day time moisturizer, but it takes to long to sink into the skin, causing my face to have a bit of a greasy feel. RP? No, I do my morning skincare then makeup. So, this just didn’t work for me.
Pacifica Rose Water Makeup Wipes $5
I did enjoy these for makeup removal. They feel soothing and did a good job as a first cleanse. RP? No, I actually found some from Pacifica I prefer.
Dr. huang Beauty Lab Tea Tree Soothing Sheet Mask $3
This mask did its job. My face felt soothed! RP? Maybe, I currently have a literal Alex drawer full of sheet masks to go through.
Makeup
Jouer Powder Highlight “Citrine” $24
This highlight was beautiful. I have never even make a dent in a highlighter before, so that should say something RP? No actually, I have a ton of highlighters and I really don’t need more.
The Grow Gal The Instatint Tinted Brow Gel w/Microfibers $22
I had these both going at the same time, and ended up panning them both this month. It works well! I had the shade 02. RP? No, I like the Milk makeup one better.
Vasanti Kajal Waterline Eyeliner “Black” $19
I did not like this in my waterline. It actually had a problem with smudging. RP? Nope.
I used up a lot this month, not including what I reviewed. I used up $281.81 worth of product! Not too shabby at all!
What is something you used up this month? Comment below!
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From Mid- May til Mid- June I made a pretty big dent in my collection! I thought I would share some of my thoughts with you on the products that were this months highlights!
Earth Therapeutics Elixir of Dreams Pillow Mist $11.99
The packaging of this product has changed in the time it took to use up.
I love pillow sprays, I use them most nights. I really like the scent of this one. The price isn’t too bad either!
RP? Once I finish up my current one, I will be repurchasing Elixir of Dreams!
Botanics Hot Cloth Cleansing Balm $10.99
I love cleansing balms, and I have been trying to find an affordable dupe for the Farmacy Green Clean.
This balm is 97% organic, nicely priced, and readily available at Walgreens. It does work very well and has a nice light scent.
RP? No, you don’t get very much, so I went through this very fast. When you have to repurchase so much it defeats paying less. The Farmacy one comes with so much! I suppose my search continues.
Yes To Cotton Micellar Cleansing Water $7.43
I enjoy micellar waters and I’m not picky when it comes to them. I really enjoy the Yes To brand. They always seem to be on sale at Walgreens and Ulta, which is super nice!
RP? Probably! It cleanses well and actually seemed to soothe my skin.
Found Active Exfoliating Cleanser Stick with Coconut
The brand Found is sold at Walmart, however I couldn’t find this product actually for sale on their site. This product was sent to me in PR.
RP? No, I just do not like cleansing sticks, they seem really unhygienic to me.
Derma E Radiance Toner 1FLoz mini
I really enjoy the brand Derma E. They have some amazing products. This toner works very well and I did see an improvement in my skin while I was using it.
RP? Yes! But, the full-size.
Pure Heals Propolis Softening Toner 1 FLOz mini
I got this toner in an Ipsy bag. It was a nice toner, but I didn’t see much of a difference in my skin while I was using it.
RP? No, I prefer the Derma E one.
Illamasqua Hydra Veil Primer Mini $12.54 (£10)
This is another product I got in Ipsy. I do enjoy how my makeup wears over it. However, the scent is a little too strong for me.
RP? No, I have a full-size and once I use that up I think I’m done with this primer. I worry that what causes the scent is going to break me out.
Smashbox Photo Finish Smooth and Blur Primer Mini $15
I have had this since the holiday collection came out last year, maybe even the year before, and I finally got around to using it! I had had this primer previously so it’s nothing new. It works very well.
RP? Probably, but only during a sale.
This mini took me longer than I thought it would to get through. I love fix plus, I just really wish MAC was Cruelty Free.
RP? No, I have a million comparable sprays, none of which are $16 for a small size.
The infamous Tarte Shape Tape. I think a lot of people’s opinions on this product have been changing, but I for one, still love it.
RP? Yes, after I finish up a few of my current concealers, including a Shape Tape in another shade.
Ofra Cosmetics Laguna Beach Mini
If my memory serves me correct, I received this liquid lip in an Ipsy bag ages ago.
The shade is beautiful and I love the formula.
RP? Not yet. I have a few other identical shades. But, if I ever use those up, I think this is the one I would purchase again.
Over all, the past month I used up $194.67 worth of products. That is including the products I did not give an individual review of.
Not to shabby! I am happy to have made a nice little dent in my collection, but there is still a long way to go!
What is a product you used up this month? Have you tried any of these products? Comment below!
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I have started following a lot of panning groups on Reddit ( u/mrsmandreedus) and decided to start my own project pan.
I will not solely use these products, but for work, and when I need a quick look. These are the products I will be reaching for.
I decided it would be fun to do a full face for y’all with the products, but I decided to add a twist. I listened to the “Sad Covers” play list on Spotify, and let the music help guide the look! Let’s just say, it turned out grungy.
Base products
For my primer I am using up the last little bit of my last Smashbox Photo Finish Primer. I love this primer, I just have so many and need to use them up.
For my concealer I am scraping out the last bits of my Tarte Shape Tape in Fair. This is my favorite concealer and I will repurchase it once this one is gone.
For my foundation I am trying to finish the Revolution Fast Base Stick Foundation in F1. I am not 100% on how I really feel about this foundation. Some days I love how it looks, but others– I HATE it.
The powder I am trying to pan is the Elf Tone Correcting Powder in Cool. I enjoy this powder, but it doesn’t do enough color correction for me to repurchase it. It does set well though.
Face color products
For my blush and bronzer I am using up the ELF Contouring Blush and Bronzer in Fiji Matte. I have gone through a few of these over the years. As you can see the bronzer is pretty much done for. I will probably be repurchasing this guy.
The highlighter I am trying to pan is Citrine from Jouer. I love this highlight and don’t want to see it go. But, I dropped it once and keep having to repress it. So I want to use it to get it out of the way. I probably won’t repurchase because I do have so many similar highlighters.
Brows
The pencil I am trying to use up is from Winky Luxe. I have had it so long that the packing design has rubbed away. It is a decent pencil, but nothing special.
For my brow gel, I am using up The Brow Gal Instant tinted brow gel in Brown 02. I actually really like this product. It really helps to make my brows look full and natural. I have another one to use up after this one. Then I will probably repurchase.
Eyeshadow
The primer I am trying to pan is the MAC Paint Pot in Soft Ocher. This stuff last forever. It works great, but it isn’t something I would spend the money on again.
The eyeshadow palette I am hoping to pan is the ABH Modern Renaissance palette. This is my all time favorite eyeshadow palette. If I pan a decent amount of it I will repurchase.
Eyeliner
For my water and tight line, I am trying to finish is the Covergirl Liquiline Blast in Black. I love this liner. I won’t repurchase it though, because I have so many black liners.
For liquid liner, I am trying to pan the never ending Revolution Renaissance Flick liner in Black. I really love this liner and will be repurchasing it. Even though I have like 15 black liquid liners, but whatever.
Mascara
I always use two mascaras at a time. It’s a weird habit, but I have always done it.
The first one I am trying to use up is Maybelline The Falsies Volume Express in Black. It’s an okay mascara, but nothing I would repurchase.
The second mascara I am trying to use up is the Tarte Big Ego mascara. To be honest, I was let down by this mascara. I usually love the Mascaras from Tarte, but this one is leaving much to be desired.
Lips
I have almost panned the KVD Liquid Lip and Lip Liner in Lolita. This is my go to lip shade and I will be repurchasing.
Setting Spray
For setting spray I am almost done with my second to last Mac Fix Plus. I actually do really like this stuff. However, I have others sprays that work just as well, for a lower price. As of right now, I probably will not repurchase.
The Look
What is a product you are trying to use up?
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I have amassed a nice little collection of makeup empties. I love seeing everyone else’s empties, so I will continue to share mine!
I enjoy the act of panning products. Ever since I have started to actively try and use up what I have, my makeup purchases have decreased substantially. I highly recommend watching some YouTube videos about makeup panning!
Here is a look at what I have used up, and my final decision on the products.
ELF Perfect Finish HD Pressed Powder $6
I believe I have talked about this powder on here before. But, I love this powder. It does a great job, I don’t have a problem with flash back, and it is so inexpensive!
RP? Yes! Once I get through some of the other powders I have collected.
KVD Tattoo Liner “Trooper” $21
I have gone through a hundred of these, and now that KVD is no longer a part of them company, I won’t feel guilty purchasing more! This is my all time favorite liquid liner. I have others I love, but this one is IT.
RP? Yes, after I use up the sample sizes of this liner I have some how hoarded.
Too Faced Damn Girl Mascara $25 & Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara Deluxe Sample $13
I love both of these mascaras and have used up a ton of tubes of Better Than Sex. Damn Girl was new to me, but I absolutely love it. It 100% makes my lashes look fake.
RP? I will repurchase Damn Girl. Better than sex? I will not, I prefer Damn Girl.
Pacifica Stunning Brows Brow Gloss and Set $9.80 ON SALE! & Glossier Boy Brow $14
I really enjoyed both of these products. I don’t really have much to say about them. They did their job.
RP? Maybe after I use up other similar items.
First Aid Beauty Coconut Skin Smoothie Priming Moisturizer Mini size price unknown.
First off, this primer feels and smells great. It did, sadly, break my skin out.
RP? Nope, I have enough breakouts with out the help of coconut.
That is everything I used up, makeup wise. I used up a total of $90.80 worth of products. Not too shabby!
What have you panned recently?
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Look! Surprisingly it isn’t an unboxing!
Here I have a few reviews of skincare products I have either gotten in sub boxes, and one from PR. So, if skincare is what you are vibing with, sit back relax and enjoy!
Alba Botanicals Acnedote Face and Body Scrub
This is a product from Vegan Cuts. I have actually used this product off and on for years prior and have always enjoyed it. I do get acne on my chest and shoulders and this scrub does a great job at clearing it up- without being packed full of harsh chemicals.
RP? Once I finish a few of the scrubs I currently have, I will absolutely be repurchasing. Acnedote is amazing. My brother tried it and liked it. Even my step mom has used it in the past.
Palmetto Derma Rejuvenating Antioxidant Mask
This is another product from Vegan Cuts, a subscription that I truly miss and will probably resubscribe to again soon.
If I remember correctly this mask is rather pricey. I had heard amazing things! Unfortunately, it didn’t do much for me. It was nice for a spa night. But, I never noticed it doing anything for my skin.
RP? No, I have other masks I enjoy much more.
Juice Beauty Cleansing Milk
If I remember correctly, I received this in a Petit Vour box.
This product did its job at removing makeup, but it never left my skin feeling clean.
RP? No, this is rather pricey for the full size and I did not like it anywhere near enough to justify the price.
Juice Beauty Blemish Clearing Serum
This is another product from a Petit Vour box.
I love this stuff. It worked so well to clear up my acne, without aggravating my skin. I highly, highly recommend trying it out if you have acne prone skin!
RP? A million times yet! I haven’t repurchased it yet, and my skin really misses it.
Bio Clarity Cleanse
I received this product in PR.
I did enjoy this cleanser. It was gentle and did its job really well.
RP? No. I have others that are more easily accessible at say Ulta, rather than having to go online to order this. However, if that doesn’t bother you at all, I say give it a try! It is a nice cleanser.
That is it my my little empties and updates post!
What is something you have recently used up that you fell in love with?
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Hello friends!
I have a different type of empties post tonight, it’s am deluxe sample sizes of products that I have tested to determine if I will purchase the full size or not.
So, grab a drink and let’s hop into some mini reviews!
Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Cloud Cream
First and foremost. Peter Thomas Roth is not a cruelty free brand, as they sell in main land China. I will not be purchasing this product for this reason.
As far as quality is concerned, this moisturizer was nice. It was light weight and sunk into the skin quickly, with no greasy feeling afterwards.
Catherine Maladrino L’Energie De New York
I want to mention that I am unable to find this brands cruelty free status.
This perfume has a bit of a complex scent palette. It is citrusy, but also has hints of Rose. I did enjoy the fragrance. However, I will not be purchasing the full size unless I find a definitive answer for the brands cruelty free status. If it is CF, I am interested in picking up the full size.
Mint Pear Rosehip Night Serum
Mint Pear is a CF brand!
This serum was quick to sink into the skin, and the smallest amount covered my face and neck. This little bottle went a long way. I did see improvements in my skins overall complexion while using this serum.
I will be purchasing the full size of this serum, once I finish my current night serum that I have in my skincare rotation.
Sunday Riley A+ Retinoid Serum
Sunday Riley is a CF brand.
As a 23 year old I was not quite sure what changes I was expecting to see with this product. I noticed no difference in my skin. However, preventative treatment is always helpful. My skin did not react in anyway to this product, good or bad. This is a serum that I will keep in mind for the future. This is also a serum that I would feel confident gifting to those who are in need of a serum.
Marc Anthony Grow Long Anti Breakage Mask
Marc Anthony is a CF, and drugstore brand.
I really enjoyed this hair mask! This scent is very nice, it made my hair soft and shiny, and it did seem to strengthen my hair.
I will be picking up this mask up at my local Walgreens.
Anointment Rose Toner
This brand is CF, this product was received in a Vegan Cuts box.
Overall, I did enjoy this toner. It did its job well. However, the Mario Badescue Rose Face Mist gives me the same affect, and is much more easily accessible. I will not be going out of my way to order this toner.
I hoped you enjoyed this different format of my recent empties.
What have you recently used up that you absolutely love?
Thank you for reading 🦇
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I have been religiously saving my empties. I have found that splitting them up into smaller posts like this works best for me.
Enjoy a view at my trash!
Bath and Body Works Winter Candy Apple Candle
Winter Candy Apple is my favorite B&BW scent. I think I have other back ups of this candle, at least I hope.
RP? I don’t think BBW is cruelty free, I need to do more research on this topic. If it is cruelty free I will always repurchase multiples at a time.
Amika Soul Food Nourishing Mask
I got this sample in an Ipsy bag and I loved it. It smelled amazing and made my hair feel really soft and healthy.
RP? Yes! I have seen this mask at TJMaxx for like $13. So, I will probably pick it up there.
Fortune Cookie Soap Rosy Cheeks Twinkle Tonic
I love FCS. You all know this. These toning pads were great. They smelled very nice and made my skin look more glowy and feel fresh. I do wish that they made it in just a liquid so I could use reusable pads with it.
RP? Not unless they make it as just a liquid toner. I don’t like the waste of the pads.
Holika Holika Aloe Facial Cleansing Foam
This cleanser came from TJMaxx for like $4. It did its job, but didn’t make my skin feel super clean. It also had quite a strong scent for a facial cleanser.
RP? No, I also don’t think it is CF so I probably shouldn’t have gotten it in the first place.
Yes to Tomatoes Clear Skin Anti Pollution detoxifying charcoal bubble sheet mask
I love the regular yes to tomatoes detox mask. It works great for my skin. This one worked well too! However, I just don’t like bubble masks. It’s messy and I actually don’t like how it feels on my face when it bubbles up. Something about it makes me anxious.
RP? No, not this particular sheet mask from yes to.
Morphe Continuous Setting Mist
This is a setting spray I really enjoy. I do notice that it makes my makeup last longer, and helps powders to really melt into the skin.
RP? I already have! Plus a back up.
Burt’s Bees Rejuvenating Eye Masks
I did not notice any difference in my under eye after using this mask. Some thing in it also made my eyes sting.
RP? No, never.
Essence Make Me Brow
Just like the Ulta version, the Essence make me brow is a good dupe for the Benefit give me brow. I use the shade Blondy Brows. I think I have gone through two or three of this bad boy!
RP? Yes! It’s super inexpensive and works well.
That is it for my empties!
What is your opinion on any of these products?
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Hello everyone, welcome to my blog!
During the month of August, I finished a nice little amount of makeup items, so I figured I could take this opportunity to make a dedicated makeup empties post.
I am going to give you my thoughts and we will see if any of these products will find their way back into my shopping cart.
Makeup Forever Ultra HD Foundation shade Y225 *Sample Size*
I did enjoy this sample. The foundation is full coverage and did not break me out. However, MUF is not cruelty free. Therefore, I will not be purchasing the full size of this foundation.
Wet N Wild Skinny Mascara
I thought this mascara was going to work well for my water line, but it did not really do much. Even if WNW has not lied about their CF status, I still would not purchase this mascara.
IT Cosmetics Brow Power “Universal Taupe”
I got this brow pencil in a subscription box, and it did its job very well. The shade matched well and I enjoy the consistency. I don’t agree with paying $20+ for brow products, but if the Brow Power pencil was on sale, I would purchase it!
Butter London Power Up Mascara
This is another subscription box item. This mascara was amazing. I really enjoyed it. However, there are cheaper ones that I enjoy more. If I were to see this mascara on sale, I would probably pick up a tube. It made my lashes look very full, which is hard to do.
Essence Brow Pencil
This is a $2-3 brow pencil that I love. I purchase multiple at once and always have one in my makeup bag. It is inexpensive, cruelty free, and does its job well. I will be repurchasing. Side note; would any of you be interested in a more comprehensive view of the brand essence?
Ulta Beauty Brown Tint In Soft Brown
This brow tint is great! It is a nice alternative to products like the glossier boy brow. I bounce between the shades soft brown and auburn. This is another brow product I always have on hand and will be repurchasing. I believe it is around $9? It is, of course, cruelty free!
Another side note; would any of you be interested in a more comprehensive review of the Ulta Beauty in house brand?
That is it for my makeup empties for August!
What is a makeup item you panned or used up this month?
Thank you for stopping by 💜
Hello my loveys!
I apologize for my lack of posting. I had surgery on my uterus, and the healing has been a struggle! Lucky for you guys, I had my significant other grab a few products from my empties bag and I took the pictures in bed!
If you are interested in looking at more of my trash and hearing my thoughts, read on!
Bath and Body Works Love and Sunshine Shower Gel
Please note, BBW is NOT cruelty free, they test where required by law!!
I was given this shower gel as a gift. It smells nice, the scent lingered and made my skin feel nice.
Repurchase? No, it is not CF.
Fortune Coolie Soap Eat Me Deep Conditioner. Deluxe sample
I really love the FCS deep conditioner formula. This scent wasn’t my favorite, but it did its job well.
Repurchase? Yes! Just a different scent
Mantra Hemp CBD Anti-aging Sheet Mask
This mask made my skin feel super soft and soothed.
Repurchase? Yes, once I get through some of my other masks. I have like a store full!
Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Melting Balm
This Balm is fantastic, however it is rather pricy.
Repurchase? Maybe, if I can’t find a less expensive option I like just as much.
Physicians Formula Brow Gel
I think I have gone through two of these. It is a really nice brow gel and it does have a tint to it. It’s really nice for a quick and easy no makeup brow.
Repurchase? Yes! Physicians Formula always has sales going on at at least one of the drugstores near me, and the lower price is worth it.
Jordana Best Lash Extreme
This is a super inexpensive mascara that is definitely worth all the hype that it gets. It really gives my lashes that full, false lash look.
Repurchase? Yes, always.
That is it for this tiny empty post!
What is a product that you have used up recently?
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