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I love seeing other peoples empties! So I decided to make a board where people could post pictures of their empties, or just tell us about them! I'd also be interested in knowing whether you're repurchasing anything or not.
Ironically I was considering purchasing the PC Azelaic Acid, @RGbrown so can I ask--what were you specifically using it for? I'm dealing with some mild acne scarring/residual redness and I'm trying to come up with some options; the PC was one of the products that I came across that was recommended for helping to remedy that particular issue. Do you feel like you've seen any noticeable results from using it? H
I use for two reasons: it can help unclog pores (I am *extremely* congestion-prone) and also to help with red marks/scars (I am so so bad about picking when I know I shouldn't). It has definitely been helpful...when I inevitably go too far picking at something, the mark disappears much faster, and I don't seem to get quite as congested as I used to. My congestion could still be better, and I'm vaguely curious to check out a prescription version one day, wondering if 20% might be even better for me, but I'm pretty content to work with an OTC version for now.
I do like that the PC version includes a little bit of BHA as well (0.5%), whereas The Ordinary version doesn't, but I use a separate BHA anyways (also PC), so I don't think I'm missing too much there by swapping brands.
@RGbrown how much of the CLINIQUE Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm Makeup Remover 3.8 oz/ 125 mL do you use? I have a small maybe deluxe size from a holiday kit that I will start using and don't want to waste it if a little goes a long way. Thanks!
A little goes a long way with this stuff! I've got a 1oz jar in use right now too, and have gotten somewhere around 10-12 uses from it, and it's still about half full. Just start with a small amount, and maybe grab a little more if you feel you need it. It's hard to evaulate how much I dig out with my spatula each time, but it's maybe a dollop around twice the size of moisturizer I use?
I do generally use a liquid to take my eye makeup off first, so you may need a little more if you're doing that all in one step, but it really doesn't take much of this stuff at all to get everything off.
Thanks @RGbrown - super helpful as always. Excited to see how many uses I can get out of my small size and see if it cleans up to its reviews. 🙂
Hi @RGbrown - I've been using it for the past couple weeks and it is much better about removing makeup. It struggles more with my tinted sunscreen but does a significantly improved job than the Boscia. My one concern is it doesn't seem to breakup my non-waterproof mascara. I don't think the product is intended for eyes but it's weird the oil doesn't do much to get it off. What was your experience with the balm and eye makeup? Do you use a different product for eyes? I only wear mascara and would love a one and done remover but this has been a step in the right direction. 🙂
I have used it a couple of times for my eye makeup (also non-waterproof mascara), and don't recall having any problems, but my normal routine does involve a separate eye makeup remover. Not because I feel I have to, but because it is the one diehard habit I established in my teens lol. I use TTDO liquid (mostly because I can replenish with samples for the rest of eternity, but it's also excellent at its job).
If you don't want a separate step (and I get that!), did you try letting it sit on your lashes for maybe 15-30 seconds before trying to rub the mascara off?
I'll try it tonight @RGbrown. I tend to spread the balm all over my face until it is oily and then wipe it gently over my eyelashes a few times..then rub my face some and then go back over the eyelashes. I was wondering if maybe the liquid would be the better option for me..personal preference type of thing so I may have to try that instead. Thanks again!
I got a DS of the Dr. Brandt primer too, @samkeaysxo, and I sadly couldn't make it work for me! It seems like a lot of people really enjoy it but it always pilled up on me no matter what moisturizer I tried or how much/little of the primer I actually used. Hope you had better luck!
I recently sampled that Givenchy and 💗’d it too, @karap03. Such a nice foundation, great coverage without caking.
I've seen these olly vitamins a few times this month @karap03 , they look interesting to me, like a less expensive version of the HUM ones. I like that they put what each bottle is actually for on the label. Makes life easier for people to choose one. Might need to check them out!
Time to clean out the trash bag again 🗑️
Notes in the spoiler 🙂
Very interesting re the Alterna dry shampoo. Ill have to check it out when it ever goes on sale. I'm curious and have and unopened bottle of the CAUDALIE - Grape Water.
What do you mean "use it like an essence" ? I think I might want to try that 🙂 @RGbrown