April 2022 Empties Part 2!

 

Wow, can't believe April is almost finished! The month has definitely went by so quickly. I am excited that I managed to finish quite a few things though.

I always see Glamglow products being touted as a cult favorite and every time I buy one of their products, I just don't see it. I got their treatment mask and their everyday cleanser and I didn't notice any noteworthy results. The natural beauty store I shop at loves Ilia Lip Wrap but, I can't say I am in love. I feel like it makes my lip super dry and uncomfortable. I feel like I have to constantly reapply.

I love the Winky Lux Disco Kitten Gloss in Far Out. I made my lips a glittery soft pink that went perfect with my skin tone. The Freck Beauty Rich Bitch Cactus + Vitamin C Moisturizer is so thick and creamy that when I apply this at night, I wake up with super soft and hydrated skin in the morning.

I got the Aura Cacia Aromatherapy Mineral Bath - Lavender at Whole Foods when, I was supposedly shopping for food. They had a small section dedicated to things that help promote a more restful sleep. The single use packet was enough for one bath and it did make me feel more restful. I love the sleek packaging of Aster Raine Reverse Serum but, honestly it was one of the most stinkiest serums I ever used. I am not sure if it actually worked but, I was really glad when I finished the bottle. I also loved the Basd body lotion. The peppermint scent was so invigorating in the morning.

Here is everything I finished this month - 

Margot Elena Library of Flowers Willow & Water Body Wash

St. Ives Collagen Elastin Body Wash

Glamglow YouthMud Stimulating Treatment

Dermaxgen Tumeric + Vitamin C Clay Mask Stick

Ilia Lip Wrap

Elishacoy Moist Up Super Hyaluronic Cream

Winky Lux Disco Kitten Gloss in Far Out

Freck Beauty Rich Bitch Cactus + Vitamin C Moisturizer

Klorane Nourishing Shampoo with Mango Butter

Beautaniq Beauty Guardian Angel Revitalizing Eye Gels

Acure Radically Rejuvenating Under Eye Hydrogels

Honey Jarret Super Beau'tea Mask Rose

Beplain Cicaful Calming Mask

Jeju:en You can't Handle This Mask Volcanic Ash

Jayjun Cosmetic Essential Calming Mask

Soo'ae Me Time Self-Heating Eye Mask

Ultru I'm Sorry for My Skin Jelly Mask - Relaxing

Fortify+ Hydrating and Protecting Facial Sheet Mask

The Orchid Skin Foot Mask

Aura Cacia Aromatherapy Mineral Bath - Lavender

Aster Raine Reverse Serum

Indie Lee Brightening Cleanser

BlowPro Weather Girl

Comfort Zone Active Pureness Fluid

UMM The Bar

Basd Body Lotion Invigorating Mint

REN Skincare Evercalm Overnight Recovery Balm

Skin & Lab E Plus Moisturizing

Glamglow Gentlebubble Daily Conditioning Cleanser

 

March 2022 Empties!

 

 

 Wow, March is almost half over. The year has flown by so quickly! I did manage to finish a few things this month and I am excited to take advantage of new sales!

I finished a few masks that I enjoyed using. I used this sticky Natto mask from VT that was kind of sticky but, super moisturizing. I have used Simply When masks before and I got the illuminate mask. It made my skin feel so soft and glowy. 

I got the April Aromatherapy Mint Eucalyptus Bath Soak from the dollar store and it was pretty decent for the price. The smell did last for a bit and it left my skin hydrated after my bath.  I heard good things about the Summer Fridays CC Me Serum but, I felt that it was mediocre. I didn't really notice a difference using it. I wouldn't buy it again.

Here is everything I finished -

Averelle Acne Cover Patch

Skip the Spa Deep Cleansing Detoxifying Pore Strips Watermelon

Detoskin Lilly Floris Mask

111Skin Rose Gold Illuminating Eye Mask

VT Natto Probiotics Mask

Dermal Charcoal Collagen Essence Mask

Simply When Snow Song Illuminate

Ettang Paper Mulberry

Soap & Glory The Righteous Butter

April Aromatherapy Mint Eucalyptus Bath Soak

Summer Fridays CC Me Serum

Osea Atomshere Protection Cream

Elizabeth Arden Red Door Bath & Shower Gel

GoTo Fancy Face Nourishing Oil Cleanser

Davines Oi All in One Milk

Tula Skincare Protect + Plump

February 2022 Empties!

 

I can't believe it is already February, I felt like January went by so quickly. I finished a few things but, it was mostly a lot of face masks, lip balms and moisturizers. I finished a few things that I enjoyed using and will repurchase but, not many things made that list.

I tried a few masks and some were noteworthy. The TULA instant facial mask was okay and it kind of burned when I applied it. I am not sure if the pad was supposed to peel off but, I got little "plant fibers" all over my face that was a pain. I don't foresee myself purchasing this again. The Rain Organica Firefly Facial Mask was one of the most annoying masks I ever used. The large grained mask was hard to apply and stay put. The ingredients were coarsely chopped so most of it was caught in my drain stopper.

I liked the OneKind Dream Cream Nightime Moisturizer as was very creamy and I felt like I noticed my skin more hydrated when I woke up in the morning. The Sunday Riley Ceramic Slip Cleanser was okay, it didn't really remove tough mascara makeup and I had to use a lot of product before I noticed any results. I loved the Tbg. Lava Face Mask as it smelled like tootsie rolls. I did notice that this mask was very hydrating and it kind of lead to me getting a lot of breakouts after using. However, I love the packaging and the scent so much!

 Is there anything you finished this month that you liked? 

Januarry 2022 Empties!

My first empties post for the new year! I can't believe it! I didn't really finish a lot of stuff other than a few face masks and tons of shampoo/conditioner apparently. The funny thing is I went several days where I couldn't even remember the last time I washed my hair.

Most of the items were repurchased stuff but, there were a few noteworthy things. I finished quite a few masks and I did enjoy a few of them. I have a few products from Sweet Chef but, they are mostly moisturizers. I did enjoy this sheet mask and thought it left my skin hydrated. I didn't notice a scent which was disappointing because I usually expect most food-centered mask to have a scent. The Aippo Soothing Expert Soothing Mask had a nice luxurious feeling and my skin felt so hydrated after using. I have always liked the Detoskin brand when I used one of their mask so, I was excited to try their Puer Tea-Time Mask. This one didn't disappoint either. My skin felt and looked so hydrated. I didn't like the
Yes to Cucumbers Soothing Calming Paper Mask at all. Well, more like when I tried to use the mask there was no serum, the entire mask was all dried up! I am not sure if I got an old product or if that's how the mask is but, it ended up going into the trash.

I used to love the brand Sumbody so, I got some of their items. Their soaps are okay, they have a strong clay scent but, I am disappointed on how tiny they are for the prices. I do like they use easy to read ingredients and they are not filled with chemicals. I did like the Lollia Wish Sugared Pastille Perfumed Soap. It had a soft delicate scent but, it didn't last on my skin.

Did you finish anything this month that you liked?

 

December 2021 Empties Part 2!

 

Ah, my last empties post for 2021! Oh boy, this year went by quickly and I didn't really finish this year with a bang like I was hoping. However, I am actually surprised that I finished three lip balms and three serums because I usually don't finish those as quickly. Not surprising, is that I didn't finish any makeup products this month. I definitely been finishing more skincare than makeup products lately.

Most of these items were repeat purchases but, since I don't have anything new I can do a small recap. I have used Sumbody's products in the past and enjoyed their bath melts. Unlike other bath products, they don't fizzle or really carry a scent. I was able to get two uses and my skin was very soft after using. The only thing I didn't like is that the product didn't really melt and I had to crumble it myself and place it under the hot water tap.

I like Sunday Riley's products but, I had mixed opinions about their UFO acne treatment oil. I didn't really notice a difference. I never knew Elizabeth Arden made skincare products and I absolutely love their anti-aging daily serum. It made my skin feel so smooth and hydrated. The Purlisse cleanser didn't really do anything but, I really like how great it smelled and the texture. Every time I used the cleanser, I had to follow up with another cleanser to remove stubborn eye makeup.

Did you finish anything this month that you enjoyed?

Here is everything I finished this month

Farmskin Soothing Superfood Salad for Skin

Dewytree Quince 100 Mask

Needly Peony Jelly Mask

Kocostar Watermelon Slice Sheet Mask

Oseque Pure Noble Water Mineral Mask

Sumbody Bath Melts

Sunday Riley UFO Ultra Clarifying Acne Treatment Face Oil

Elizabeth Arden Prevage Anti-Aging Daily Serum

ArtNaturals Anti-Aging Serum

Vasanti Brighten Up! Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator Exofliating Cleanser

Purlisse Watermelon + Charcoal Purifying Cleanser

Fourth Ray Beauty The Lightweight Hydrator

Sumbody Rice & Shine Showermask

Sonage Collagen Boosting Serum

On10 Dr. Pepper Lip Balm

Dylan's Candy Bar Candy Lip Saver Coconut Bon Bon

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask

December 2021 Haul!

 

I can't believe the year is almost over already and this will be my last haul for December! I did go a bit crazy but, it is the end of the year and it's the season of indulgence. 

I get really dry skin during the winter so, I got a bunch of moisturizers. I got this new body lotion from Basd and it has this amazing mint scent. According to the bottle, most of the ingredients are plant based which seems interesting. I got this new facial moisturizer called Rich B*tch and the name was kinda funny. It's enriched with cactus and vitamin C. 

I got a new serum from Summer Fridays. I never tried anything from the brand but, I heard good things about them. Their CC Me serum promises to brighten skin so, this would definitely be good for the colder and gloomier months. I got a body serum from Frank Body called Booty Drops. It promises to tighten skin and can be used with moisturizer or by itself. Personally, I have no booty so no droopage but, I will be using it on my tummy.

I have used a few of IT Cosmetics products and enjoyed them all. I am looking forward to using their 15% vitamin C serums. I got a new mask from Aceology. I heard of their brands but, can't say that I have tried any of their products yet. I also haven't really been doing as many masks as I should be doing. I have tried a few Sunday Riley products but, I saw they recently released a scalp serum called "Clean Rinse". I love doing head massages so, this would be an exciting treat to use.

Did you get anything you are excited to try?

December 2021 Empties!

Wow, I can't believe it's already December! I didn't really finish too much stuff this month other than a lot of skincare and face masks. Usually, I don't go out often during the colder months. I tend to spend most of my time at home drinking tea and applying face masks.

I finished a few masks but, only a handful were noteworthy. I liked the FIF micro hyaluron mask. The serum itself was tacky but, it left my skin feeling so hydrated and soft. The Bling Pop Face Mask Collagen Skin Elastic felt nice on my skin too. I think the packaging is cute and fun. I usually like Ariul's 7 days mask but, the lemon one was so dry out of the packaging I felt like it did nothing. I am not sure  if I was sent an old mask or if that's how the product is.

I usually don't use makeup wipes unless I am traveling. I gotten a packet of Klorane's makeup wipe for my recent trip and it reminds me why I stopped buying makeup wipes. The wipes was pretty much useless against mascara and it left my skin feeling irritated. 

I have mixed opinions on Glamglow. It's rarely has any products that actually work for me but, I still end up buying them for some odd reason. I got the Glamglow Moisturizer Omega Rich Moisturizer and didn't really care for it. I thought it was okay. The moisturizer felt very watery and when applied I felt like I had to use a lot to feel anything. The Hank and Henry Stick With It is one of the worst eyeliners I ever used. Most of the time too much product comes out and then it dried up when I barely got to use it.

Did you finish anything this month that you would re-buy?

Here is everything I finished this month -

Comelyco Rest Recipe Peach Mask

Bonvivant Botanical Mask Pack

FIF Micro Hyaluron Ampoule Mask

Bling Pop Face Mask Aloe

Celarion Deep Miracle Ampoule Sheet Mask

Purenskin Avocado Mask

Starskin 3 Step Nose Mask

Klorane Make-up remover wipes

Ariul 7 Days Mask - Lemon

Bling Pop Oops Hand Mask

Elensilia-IntraCell Escargot + Placenta Firming

Facetory Dream Garden Camellia

Bare Minerals Lip Gloss

Fresh Rose Petal Soft Lip Cream

Glamglow Moisturizer Omega Rich Moisturizer

Leesha's Lacquers - Cookie Dough

Sumbody Deep Sea Decongesting Mud Mask

Margot Elena Love and Toast Cherry Lemonade Lip Balm

Hank and Henry Stick With It

Forest Rhapsody Good Earth Mask

L'Occitane En Provenece Extra Rich Soap - Shea Milk

The Body Shop Cranberry Joy Shower Gel

Burt's Bees Rosemary Mint Shampoo Bar

Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Eye Sleeping Mask

 

November 2021 Haul!

 

October just came and went right like a blur! I got a few things this month and I am surprised I didn't get carried away like I normally do every time. I did end up spending a lot of money on food and experiences though.

There is a few things I got that I am excited for. I like L'Occitane and sometimes, have a love and hate relationship with their stuff. I got a huge brick of soap and their rich body cream that I am looking forward to using during the colder months. 

I am trying to use more facial sheet mask because my face gets so dry and dull during the colder months. I got this reboot mask from Baby Face and it reminds me of those baby foot mask that removes all dead skin and leaves my foot sooo soft. I hope this mask leaves my face soft but, I can do without the insane peeling on my face. I really love Facetory's branded face mask and they redid the formulation for the Ace that Face mask. I loved the original so, I am excited to try the new one.

I got a sleeping mask and the water cream from Laneige that I am excited to try. I have tried a few samples from them and thought they were good. I own several of their lip mask. I like the bubble gum scent but, I think there are better lip masks out there. I recently discovered cleansing balm and I bought a new one from Yadah. This one will be my third one and I am excited to see how it fares against the Glow Recipe and the Farmacy one.

Did you get anything this month that you are excited to try?

October 2021 Empties Part 2!

 

 

It's a day away from November! I can't believe how quickly time flies.  I finished a few things this month but, nothing really worth repurchasing again.

I tried a few masks from Facetory and thought they were all pretty good. They fit my face well and were a good value for the money. The company is no longer doing their $1 mask Mondays but, they usually have very frequent sales so, hopefully I can still snag some deals. 

I bought a few beauty items from TJ Maxx last month and most of them were great. I loved the lemon soap and it was creamy and provided a great lather. I got a tiny bottle of a royal icing mask but, didn't list the name as an empty because I am unable to locate the brand online. I am guessing the brand went out of business and sold everything to the closeout store. The Naturally LeLa Mask was interesting. It was made of all natural food grade ingredients but, it felt more like a home made recipe than something mainstream.  Most of the mask got stuck in the bottom of the bottle and it was hard to spread. It didn't really notice my skin being any different after application. 

I got a travel size container of the Naturopathica calendula cream. I like that it was thick and creamy but, it wasn't noteworthy enough for me to repurchase again. I seen many celebrities rave about the Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream and I was excited when I got to try a sample. Honestly, I didn't care for it. Maybe I applied too much cream at once but, I found it to be too thick and greasy. I kept getting breakouts after application. 

Is there anything you finished this month that you loved?

Here is everything I finished -

Facetory Moon Velvet Moisturizing Cream Mask

Farm Skin Fresh Food for Skin Blueberry Energizing

Bling Pop Face Mask Aloe

Dove Sensitive Skin Body Wash

Honey Jarret Super Beau'tea Mask Rose

Generex Malegum Purifying Soothing Mask

Coastal Collection Lemon Soap

Naturopathic Calendula Essential Hydrating Cream

Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream

Neuma neuMoisture Instant Fix

The Beautiful Factr. Dual Probiotic Capsule Core Ampoule

Beauty Protector Protect & Volume

Feel Daily Hemp Oil Facial Cleanser

Glamglow Mud to Foam Cleanser

October 2021 Haul!

 

 

Wow, the weather is totally topsy turvy. One minute, it's hot another its freezing cold. I was looking forward to the cooler weather but, it went from 80 degrees to like 45 degrees in a span of a day. What happened to cool weather like in the 70s?!

I got a quite a few things this month because it's my birth month! Woot! No better way then to treat myself with stuff I don't need. Well on to the goodies!

I got a new lip mask gel from Kaleido cosmetics. My skin gets really dry during the winter and it feels unpleasant. I am hoping this helps with the dryness. I love Bite Beauty and got a new lip stain in Sangria Slush that I am excited to try. I thought it would look more purple in color but, it actually looks more red. I have few items from Kosas and I am excited to try their lip balm in Rush. The packaging looks cool and slick.

I have mixed opinions on glow recipe but, I really like how nice their products smell. I got the papaya sorbet cleansing balm and it smells amazing. I got a new hand mask from Bling Pop. During the colder months, my hands usually get dry and cracks. I hope these provide lasting relief. I did get the Doctor Rogers Restore healing balm. I heard this balm is like hydrating gold for skin. I am definitely looking forward to using it on my dry spots.

Is there anything you got this month that you are excited to try?

October 2021 Empties!

 

October is already here and I can't believe it! I feels like the year has blown by so quickly. However, I am loving this weather and I hope it stays like this for awhile and we have a mild winter. I didn't really manage to finish much this month and the few things I did finish were okay.

I didn't really do many face mask month because I been lazy about putting one on. The two new masks I did try were okay. I did like the Centella mask more than the green tea mask but, they were both average. I did try this new serum from Graydon that goes on like a charm and feels like a treat on my skin. I use it after applying a face sheet and my skin is glowing.

I finally finished a palette and a nail polish! This is the first time this year I finished a palette and nail polish. The Urban Decay palette is so old that I don't really know the name of the palette. I love this green polish and I am so sad that its finished. It's from Lollipop Posse Lacquer in Widely Regarded as a Bad Move. I got it last year for my birthday. The polish lasted so long and was a beautiful color so, I will probably buy more from this brand.

The last few things I tried this month was a bit disappointing. The Generation Clay mask was painful and burned when I applied it. I don't think it even did anything. The lavender spray from Kerstin Florian smelled nice but, did nothing to provide any hydration on skin. The Holifrog was one of the worst scrubs I ever used. The gummy texture made it hard to apply and the product smelled bad. 

Is there anything you used this month that you would recommend?

Pureology Clean Volume Shampoo and Conditioner

Orjena Green Natural Moisture Mask Sheet

FIF Centella Sensitive Ampoule Mask

Honey Jarret Super Beau'Tea Mask

Bonvivant Botanical Mask Pack - Chamomile + Tea Tree

Urban Decay Palette

Graydon Fullmoon Serum

Generation Clay Ultra Violet Brightening Purple Clay Mask

Kerstin Florian Aromatherapy Lavender Body Spray

Holifrog Como Popp-e Renewal Scrubby Wash

September 2021 Haul Part 2!

  

I felt like the first half of the year went by slowly and now, its already the end of the year! Time really does fly when you are having fun. Honestly, I haven't do anything fun in the last two years so, I have no idea what I am even talking about.

I got a few sheet masks that I am excited to try. I got  the new Facetory dream garden camellia mask. So far, all the masks I have tried from their newer "more expensive" line has been great. They do have "everyday" masks that are also a good value. I like the packaging of Needly's Peony jelly mask. It looks like a deflated ghost.

CBD has been popping up in beauty products a lot more recently. I have tried a few and the jury is out because a lot of "experts" say CBD has no effect in skincare products. I am not sure if the CBD actually makes a difference or the product itself is good without it. I got this new lip butter that has CBD in it and I am excited. It has a nice tropical scent and its called Truly Pineaple Haze CBD Glossy Lip Butter. Upon further inspection, I just noticed this product doesn't third party seal to verify their CBD claims. I have read that a lot of companies claim that their products have a certain level or grade but, without the third party verification service its hard to prove how true that is. However, I will still try the lip balm but, I would need to be better at read the labels in the future.

I heard great things about the brand called Nudestix. I got this new lip glaze in nude cherry. It is the perfect shade of red. I got a tinted lip balm from Honest Beauty. I have tried their lip balms and lotions and thought they were okay. They weren't anything noteworthy compared to other similar brands. 

Lastly, I got three new  masks that I am excited to try.  I got the new Glow Recipe watermelon glow pore tight facial. I had mixed results with this brand but, I do love how good it smells. I got a cream mask from Sandawha and it just looks so pretty. I got another GlamGlow mask. I had mixed results with this one before. Hopefully, I get some Hollywood results this time around.

Did you get anything new this month that you are excited to try?

September 2021 Empties!

 

Wow, I can't believe September is almost over. It feels like the year just started a few days ago. I am super excited I finished a few things but, unfortunately nothing was amazing.

I have been using the Moroccanoil treatments for years and love using it. A little drop goes a long way and makes my hair feeling soft and shiny. I love lip oils but, I didn't really care for the Yensa lip oil because I have to kept re-applying and it would literally just disappear after a sip of water.

I was excited to try the Jelly Mask by Acure but, thought it was pretty disappointing. I didn't really notice any results. I did like the Eminence Organic Skin Care Apricot Whip Moisturizer though. It was creamy and smells so delicious. My skin felt so hydrated and soft after application.

I have mixed feelings about Akar Skin Pure Lip Restoration. I bought two of this from different stores and each one sent me a different one. One is in a tin and the other in glass jar and I found that formula to be almost similar but, one felt a bit different and lasted longer.

Is there anything you finished this month that you liked?

Beauntiq Beauty Guardian Angel Revitalising Eye Gels

Logically, Skin Aquatide Soothing & Lifting Mask

Yerma Acai Berry Collagen Essence Mask

Burt's Bees Firming Moisturizing Cream Renewal

Moroccanoil Treatment

Yensa Super 8 Lip Oil - Pink Shine

Acure Brightening Vitamin C Jelly Mask

Eminence Organic Skin Care Apricot Whip Moisturizer

Rituals The Ritual of Dao Balancing Foaming Shower Gel

Barr Co Bubble Elixir Fir and Grapefruit

Akar Skin Pure Lip Restoration

Milk Makeup Vegan Milk Moisturizer

Sunday Riley Martian Mattifying Melting Water Gel Toner

Dermae Hydrating Night Creme

OFRA OFRA Peptide Silk-C Serum Maximum Whitening Effect

Briogeo Scalp Revival Charcoal + Peppermint Oil Cooling Jelly Conditioner

Klorane Fleur d'Hibiscus Nourishing Body Lotion

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Firming Ampoule Vitamin A

OhK! Sleep Mask Moisturizing

Tocca Green Tea Lemon Nourishing Body Scrub

Lorac Lip Gloss - Rock It

C.O. Bigelow No. 4006 Lip Balm

A-True Spring Green Tea Watery Calming Cream

Head & Shoulders Supreme Nourish & Smooth Conditioner

Avant Gentle Rose Beautifying Face Exfoliant