June Empties | #2

So this is my second empties post ever! Basically, this empties installment is from April-June. I do an empties quarterly because I don't have many empty products for just one month. Ironically, this quarter had a lot of empties! 

Makeup Products: 

Eos Lip Balm

I did not like this at all. It did not hydrate my lips like other lip balms I have used. Tossing it even though it is not entirely finished.

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Compact Makeup

Regret, regret, regret. I bought this to have as a touch up at school, but the product would never show up on my skin. It never worked for me. Tossing this out as well. 

Stila Smudge Pots in Bronze

This was originally my mom's. She used it as a gel eyeliner and it looked lovely. I rediscovered it in her makeup collection and used it for a bit. Unfortunately, it dried out. 

Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray

This was alright. It was my first setting spray so I did not know what to expect. Although it did the job, the price of the fullsize is pretty steep.

bareMinerals Matte Foundation

This did not keep me matte at all. At first, it looked great, but about an hour later, I was really shiny. It made me just as oily as the original formula. Although I love the concept of a powder/mineral foundation, I can't bring myself to repurchasing one. Hopefully I can find a good one. 

Covergirl Cheekers blush in Natural Rose

This was another regret. I bought it to use at school if I needed some retouching. This did not show up on me. Plus when swatched, it was way to powdery. Not purchasing that item again. 

Eyeko SkinnyMini Liquid Eyeliner in Black

A very nice liquid eyeliner, but it dried up on me after many good uses. 

Clinique Lash Doubling Mascara

Thank God this was a mini size,  because it did absolutely nothing for my eyelashes. It looks like I did not have any mascara on, even after piling it on my eyelashes. Terrible. 

Estée Lauder Sumptuous Mascara

A good mascara that does add some volume to the lashes, but it dried out so I have to throw it away.

Face Products:

Clinique Acne Solutions

The first few weeks it worked for me, but after it just made my face really dry and I broke out even more. I did not finish all of it, but have decided to throw it away.

pHisoderm Facial Wash

I really enjoyed this facial wash. Unfortunately, I do not know where to find it, but if I see it again I would repurchase it.

LUSH Cosmetic Warrior face mask

This was my first LUSH purchase. Cosmetic Warrior was alright, I want to try the other ones though! They have so many to choose from.

LUSH Cosmetic Lad

I got this face lotion as a sample when I went to LUSH. It is very light and absorbs quickly in the skin, but I would not buy the full size.

Clarisonic Sensitive Brush Head

I really enjoy using my Clarisonic Mia. I have been using the Sensitive brush heads and I like how it works.

Tarte Pure Maracuja Oil

I loved this little sample that I received! I was so sad when I finished it, but I recently got another sample. Unfortunately, I realized it did not fully moisturize the dry areas of my skin. I am not sure if I would repurchase the full size of this.

Epiduo Face medicine

I got a sample of this acne medication. It has benzoyl peroxide and adapalene. I purchased the full size since my dermatologist recommended me to use it for my acne. Hopefully it works well.

 Teeth Products:

Crest 3D White Whitestrips

These strips really helped my teeth get whiter. I would definitely repurchase them again.

equate Dental Floss

I am not picky with floss, so any brand will do. This one is a generic brand and it works just fine.

Colgate Total Toothpaste

This toothpaste was alright for me. I usually alternate toothpastes every time anyways.

 Hair Products:

It's a 10 Miracle Leave-in Product

I have had this bottle for years. There was a time I used it often, and then I stopped using it for another point in time. It did not feel like a miracle. It was just a normal leave in product to help smooth the hair, control frizz, and add shine. There were other claims it said it did, but I did not notice much of a difference.

Organix Biotin and Collagen shampoo

My friend told me that these shampoos and conditioners were good. I decided to try it out, but did not like the shampoo. It did  not thicken my hair or make it look fuller. Will not repurchase.

 Body Products:

Hollister Malaia Fragrance

At first, I thought this fragrance was strange and different (at least for me when I first smelled it back in 2008), but I love it. It has such a cute bottle, and I love the little bulb you squeeze to spritz the fragrance, seems vintage like. Whenever I finish most of my other perfumes, I will consider repurchasing.

Neutrogena Micro-mist Airbrush Sunless Tan (Deep)

The concept of an airbrush sunless tan sounds nice, but you have to make sure you pay attention to where you are spraying so that it does not come out streaky and blotchy. Also, I looked more yellowish than tan with this product. Will not repurchase.

Olay Ultra Moisture Body Wash with Shea Butter

I love buying body washes at the drugstore because they have alot of product for a good value. Although I do enjoy splurging a bit with other shower gels at Bath & Body Works and the Body Shop, it is nice to have a different wash every once in a while.

True Blue Spa Super Rich Body Cream (Vanilla Almond)

This stuff moisturized my legs really well. It is very thick and the moisture lasts a long time on my legs. Not sure if I will repurchase just yet because I have other lotions to use up first!

Bath & Body Works Forever Sunshine body lotion

I am not a fan of the body lotions because they do absolutely nothing to add moisture to my legs. The moisture it gives is very temporary. Others may find it perfect for them since it is lightweight, but I prefer a more moisturizing cream.

Soap & Glory Righteous Body Butter

I used up a sample of this product. It did well moisturizing me, and the scent is lovely, although on the strong side. I bought the mini version for my birthday and is in my stash ready to use up.

True Blue Spa Super Rich Foot Cream (mini)

These foot creams are great! They have shea butter in them. I love applying it then putting socks on my feet at night. It is a great follow up to a foot scrub.

True Blue Spa Smoothing Foot Scrub (mini)

This foot scrub was alright. It was a mild scrub, nice for a daily exfoliation. It has walnut shells in it. True Blue Spa has another foot scrub that I want to try.

 Other products:

Bath & Body Works Scentportables in Fresh Cotton

This is the old packaging but I love placing these car fresheners in my car or my closet at home.

equate Nail Polish Remover

Again, since I'm not picky with a nail polish remover, the generic brand it perfect for me.

Bath & Body Works Anti-bac Hand Sanitizer

These are perfect for a car or a purse. They come in handy more often then you would think.

March Empties | #1

First things first, unfortunately I do not have a "favorites" video for this month. Pretty much all my favorites that I've had from last month are the same for this month! Now onto the good stuff!

This is my first empties! I honestly don't know how people can have tons of products finished within a month. So this is what I have been saving for the last three months. I plan to do Empties quarterly, because I feel that having only one empty product a month is a waste of a post (sorry!)

TRESemmé Fresh Start Dry Shampoo

- My hair gets very oily and there are days that I get lazy and don't want to wash my hair so I use a dry shampoo. This one is ok, It is honestly the only one I tried. After using it, I can still feel product in my hair and I don't like the feel it gives. It is around $4 and it last me around 3-4 months, but I don't use it every day my hair is oily, only on a few occasions. I don't think I will repurchase this one as I want to try other dry shampoos.

Lancome Bi-Facial Eye Makeup Remover

- This eye makeup remover does a good job. It makes my eye area feel moisturized after, since it does have a lipid phase. Mine is a sample size, but the original is around $28. That is pretty pricy, so I will not repurchase this. The only way I will use it again is if I get it as a sample.

Maybelline Lash Stiletto Mascara

- This is a nice mascara from Maybelline and it does add great lengths, but it does not volumize, which I want in a mascara. If you like to layer mascaras, it is great and is around $5-7.

Estée Lauder Take It Away Total Makeup Remover

- This is another sample I received. I did not like this makeup remover at all. It poorly took off my makeup and I had a lot of residue left on my face when I removed it with Witch Hazel toner. I don't even wear heavy makeup! So imagine someone who puts on a lot of it! It retails for $25.

Burt's Bees Natural Acne Solutions Targeted Spot Treatment

- I had a love/hate relationship with this treatment. It is formulated with Tea Tree, Willow bark, and it claims to reduce redness and result in clear smooth skin. Sometimes it would work on me and I loved it! But other times, it did absolutely nothing, and was very disappointed. Some say it smells like licorice, but I don't know. I did not mind the smell. It is around $10, but it goes by so quickly. I had to try to ration it and not use it every time so that it would not run out on me so soon.

Estée Lauder Day Wear Oil-Free Creme SPF 25

- It is a good creme for the face with a great SPF, but it didn't click with me. I would not repurchase since it is $45, but also because I think it broke me out. I stopped using it for a while to try out a different product, but when I returned to this, I got more pimples, so I'm guessing it is the cause. If you would like to see my review, click HERE.

Equate Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelletes

- These makeup wipes are a generic brand at Walmart. They are pretty good, but I heard that wipes aren't that great for your face. I am not entirely sure why. Besides that, they are really good and I would purchase them again as they did remove all of my makeup. Of course, I would wash my face after with an actual cleanser. The towelletes are not an excuse for skipping your normal face wash.

Bath & Body Works Shower Gel - Country Chic

- This has been my favorite scent from Bath & Body Works for the last two years. It is fresh and very spring like with lemon, wildflowers, and spring woods! The shower gel has shea butter, which is very good for the skin. Very nice to bathe with, but at $11, I don't know if I would buy again. I like using my Dove liquid soaps that have more product in it for more than half the price of this one.

And there you have it! Enjoy!