Can you believe I haven't done an empties post in almost a year? I think I'm one of the most environmentally friendly beauty bloggers because I never have anything to throw out..
But seriously how did this happen? I think it's because I can never continuously use one thing as I'm always testing things out, but here are some things I did end up finishing. Ps. these have been accumulated for the last half year or so.
Dial Nutri Skin Goji Berry & Orchid Body Wash: I got tired of this scent and the bursting beads after a while, and didn't find the body wash moisturizing enough but I wouldn't mind using it again if I had to.
Purchase: No ✕
Dove Purely Pampering Nourishing Body Wash Pistachio Cream with Magnolia: Lovely scent and definitely moisturizing.
Dove Purely Pampering Nourishing Body Wash Pistachio Cream with Magnolia: Lovely scent and definitely moisturizing.
Purchase: Yes ✓
Live Clean Apple Cider Clarifying Shampoo: I don't have other clarifying shampoos to compare this to but this is super affordable, pretty natural and I did find that it worked although leaving my hair a bit dry.
Purchase: Yes ✓
Batiste Dry Shampoo: My best drugstore dry shampoo. I do hate how fast it runs out though. I think I've repurchased this 5 times already.
Purchase: Yes ✓
Herbal Essences Naked Dry Shampoo: I found this to be a pretty decent dry shampoo for the drugstore… for the 2 times I could use it. It clogged afterwards and I haven't been able to salvage it. I've heard of this happening quite a bit and was disappointed to see it happen to me too!
Purchase: No unless I knew this issue was fixed. ✕
Yves Rocher Express Eye Makeup Remover: An affordable oil-based eye makeup remover that I have been using for years and I find removes makeup instantly and can remove waterproof a well.
Purchase: Yes ✓
Bioderma Sensibio Micelle Solution: I don't think I need to say much about this, it is generously talked about!
Purchase: Yes ✓
Garnier Damage Eraser Shampoo & Conditioner Samples: I have the full size so I wouldn't repurchase right now, but it is a light shampoo/conditioner that I don't have any complaints about.
Purchase: No ✕
Dove Oxygen Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner Samples: I found these to be a bit volumizing and overall pleasant to use.
Purchase: Yes ✓
Dove Go Sleeveless Beauty Finish Anti-Perspirant Mini: I think this stained my white top to a bit of a blue colour and was pretty upset about it, so I stopped using this. The scent is lovely though.
Purchase: No ✕
Dove Go Fresh Cool Essentials Anti-Perspirant Mini: A decent anti-perspirant that isn't crazily priced, I already have 2 full sizes to be used!
Purchase: Yes ✓
Consonant Ultra Moisturizing Organic Face Cream: This smelt bad after a month of having it. I was so disappointed and spent so much on it. It is a lovely idea but if it won't last long enough, I definitely will not repurchase.
Purchase: No ✕
Clark's Botanicals Intense Radiance Mask Mini: The full size is super expensive and in my opinion not worth it, I didn't see any difference in my skin.
Purchase: No ✕
Villainess Dulces en Fuego Whipped! Mini: I am so in love with this scent! I didn't like the whipped texture of this cream but the scent is so unique, yummy and natural. I just might have to purchase the full-size when I run out of lotion.
Purchase: Yes ✓
Vichy Aqualia Thermal Rich Cream Sample: Lovely cream and I do actually have the newer version of this in a full size, it's pretty much the cream I fall back on after I've tested out other products because I know it does not break me out.
Purchase: Yes ✓
Vichy Idealia Life Serum Sample: I have the full size of this already and love using it under my foundation because it adds a bit of a glow and is good for your skin. It does need time to dry however.
Purchase: Yes ✓
Garnier Skin Renew Anti-Dark Circle Roller: Nothing special about this and I didn't see any noticeable results.
Purchase: No ✕
Swisspers Organic Cotton Pads (x3): These are my go-to makeup removing pads although they are not the softest, they do not break easily and are only $2 at Walmart.
Purchase: Yes ✓
GlamGlow SuperMud Clearing Treatment: This was a bit too strong for my skin and felt as if it broke me out :(
Purchase: No ✕
VitaBath Sulfate & Paraben Free Body Wash Samples: Holy crap these body wash scents are amazing and I would totally repurchase if they go on sale (they are a bit pricey).
Purchase: Yes ✓
Phyto Reparative Conditioning Treatment Sample: This was very thick and felt moisturizing on the hair. I'm not sure I would repurchase but I'd definitely keep it in mind.
Purchase: Yes ✓
Pure + Simple Restorative Eye Mask: I didn't notice any difference under the eyes and I'm sure this natural formula would work much better as an actual eye cream rather than a quick mask.
Purchase: No ✕
Montagne Jeunesse Dead Sea Mud Spa Mask: I love this mask and have repurchased this particular one a countless number of times.
Montagne Jeunesse Dead Sea Mud Spa Mask: I love this mask and have repurchased this particular one a countless number of times.
Purchase: Yes ✓
Jean Pierre Oil-Absorbing Facial Tissues: Pretty standard oil blotting sheets. Unfortunately, I don't know where I'd find them in Canada but there are likely many alternatives.
Purchase: Yes ✓
Maybelline Baby Lips: I didn't like this and am not particularly a fan of the line. Didn't moisturize or benefit my lips at all.
Purchase: No ✕
Maybelline Rocket Volum Waterproof Mascara: This mascara holds my curl very well and adds thickness and volume. I've purchased it numerous times. It is quite difficult to take off though.
Purchase: Yes ✓
Beauty Blender: It was time to part ways after 1.5 years. I prefer the black Pro Beauty Blender to this one anyways and have already repurchased 2.
Purchase: Yes ✓
Klorane Volume Shampoo Sample: Yeah I've had this for so long I don't even remember if it even worked..
Purchase: No ✕
Yaby Concealer in Buff: This concealer has been rotating in all of my purses for the past 2 years. I think it was time to let it go, especially considering I picked up a new one. It matches me perfectly and is only about $3-5!
Purchase: Yes ✓
Lush Angels On Bare Skin Cleanser Sample: I got this as a sample from Lush and although it is a unique and well liked product, I really disliked the texture.
Purchase: No ✕
Benefit Push-Up Liner Sample: If the real thing is as hard to use as this sample.. I am so glad I did not buy it. This thing was so dry and I could barely apply it.
Purchase: No ✕
Check out my last empties post (which is really old btws): Empties #5.
