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scott1201 · ‎11-28-2018

Seeing product empties is so satisfying 🙂

Post your weekly, monthly, quarterly, whenever-ly empties and let us know how you felt about them!

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eshoe · ‎08-06-2019

I love the Sachajuan shampoo & conditioners, @christyrc!

jen81 · ‎08-06-2019

@christyrc @The brio geo is 🙌I’m on my third bottle and I love the stuff. A little goes a long way for me. The Korres face wash is also so nice. Great empties!!

howconnie · ‎08-05-2019

Glad you found a foundation formula you like, that’s a major win.

Weetart · ‎08-05-2019

Thanks for your review @christyrc I have many many foundations myself, at the next to or palest of every line and always searching for a better shade/formula. That CT is one I haven't tried yet. Maybe I should get a sample and give it a go!

JaneanBT · ‎08-05-2019

Hi @christyrc ,

Thanks for sharing your empties! I loved hearing about your experience with The Ordinary! They seem to be a good affordable option!

Best Wishes,

Janean

itsfi · ‎08-03-2019

July empties (sheet masks not included, I'll post separately another day)

LOVES

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Eminence Bright Skin Licorice Root Booster - Serum - the licorice root in this booster-serum works very nicely at helping fade away discoloration and sun spots. I treat it like a spot treatment, apply a light layer all over and then spot treat the areas of my face that have some sun spots.

Shangpree Gold Black Pearl Eye Mask – these feel cool and refreshing on my under eye, which I enjoy having on morning and night, and make me look more awake, fresh, which I also like. I would use these again and will repurchase once I’ve gone through my other jars of eye gel masks.

Drunk Elephant Slaai Makeup-Melting Butter Cleanser – My first few times of using this cleanser were mixed – really liked it but noticed it left a bit of film on my face afterwards; nothing that my second cleanser wouldn’t take care of but I preferred if it didn’t leave the film. As I worked my way through the jar, I wasn’t experiencing the film on my skin. I thought maybe I had gotten used to it, but that wasn’t the case. It really was that the top layer of the balm seemed to leave a film but that once I got past that layer all was good.

AmorePacific Vintage Single Extract Essence – loooooove. <333 I’m pretty sure I have a few DS and I’ll be making those last me until the November sale when I will pick up another gorgeous bottle of this beauty.

A’Pieu Hyaluthione Soonsoo Daily Sheet Mask – I masked every day in July with these sheet masks and it made a noticeable difference in my skin. I love that the essence in this thin mask has 5 different types of hyaluronic acid and that it's made without parabens. I think I'll give these another run in the fall / winter months.

Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water – a holy grail product for me. I've lost count of the number of bottles I've gone through; it’s a staple in my routine. We're going to grow old together. 🙂

Eminence Bright Skin Licorice Root Booster - Serum - the licorice root in this booster-serum works very nicely at helping fade away discoloration and sun spots. I treat it like a spot treatment, apply a light layer all over and then spot treat the areas of my face that have some sun spots.Shangpree Gold Black Pearl Eye Mask – these feel cool and refreshing on my under eye, which I enjoy having on morning and night, and make me look more awake, fresh, which I also like. I would use these again and will repurchase once I’ve gone through my other jars of eye gel masks.Drunk Elephant Slaai Makeup-Melting Butter Cleanser – My first few times of using this cleanser were mixed – really liked it but noticed it left a bit of film on my face afterwards; nothing that my second cleanser wouldn’t take care of but I preferred if it didn’t leave the film. As I worked my way through the jar, I wasn’t experiencing the film on my skin. I thought maybe I had gotten used to it, but that wasn’t the case. It really was that the top layer of the balm seemed to leave a film but that once I got past that layer all was good.AmorePacific Vintage Single Extract Essence – loooooove. <333 I’m pretty sure I have a few DS and I’ll be making those last me until the November sale when I will pick up another gorgeous bottle of this beauty.A’Pieu Hyaluthione Soonsoo Daily Sheet Mask – I masked every day in July with these sheet masks and it made a noticeable difference in my skin. I love that the essence in this thin mask has 5 different types of hyaluronic acid and that it's made without parabens. I think I'll give these another run in the fall / winter months. Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water – a holy grail product for me. I've lost count of the number of bottles I've gone through; it’s a staple in my routine. We're going to grow old together. 🙂

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Nature’s Way Sambucus Standardized Elderberry Gummies Immune Support – they’re gummies; they’re gluten-free and gelatin-free; they’re good for immune support … did I mention they’re gummies?!!! 🙂

Fresh Umbrian Clay Purifying Mask – I like this more as a cleanser than I do as a face mask and feel like its more effective for me to use it that way.

Phyto PhytoKeratine Extreme Exceptional Mask – this stuff does not mess around. It works best for me in the winter and/or as a treatment during those times when I use heating or thermal products (blow dryer, curling iron, flat iron, etc.) with more frequency.

Jo Malone Vitamin E Gel – I initially found this one to be just okay but a recent bout of severely dry lips made me realize the value of this beauty. It’s nice to have on hand for the winter and those times during the year when my lips are super dry.

Kiehl’s Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream – it’s too light to work as a moisturizer on my dehydrated skin, even in the summer months when skin is more combo than dry, but it is such a great product to use as a serum, before my moisturizer, especially in the warmer months.

boscia Luminizing Black Mask – I wasn't so sure about this one at first and then @heartsmyface suggested dermaplaning those areas where it hurt when I peeled off this mask and ... tah dah! this mask becomes a "like it!" as opposed to a "leave it!"

Nature’s Way Sambucus Standardized Elderberry Gummies Immune Support – they’re gummies; they’re gluten-free and gelatin-free; they’re good for immune support … did I mention they’re gummies?!!! :)Fresh Umbrian Clay Purifying Mask – I like this more as a cleanser than I do as a face mask and feel like its more effective for me to use it that way.Phyto PhytoKeratine Extreme Exceptional Mask – this stuff does not mess around. It works best for me in the winter and/or as a treatment during those times when I use heating or thermal products (blow dryer, curling iron, flat iron, etc.) with more frequency. Jo Malone Vitamin E Gel – I initially found this one to be just okay but a recent bout of severely dry lips made me realize the value of this beauty. It’s nice to have on hand for the winter and those times during the year when my lips are super dry.Kiehl’s Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream – it’s too light to work as a moisturizer on my dehydrated skin, even in the summer months when skin is more combo than dry, but it is such a great product to use as a serum, before my moisturizer, especially in the warmer months.boscia Luminizing Black Mask – I wasn't so sure about this one at first and then suggested dermaplaning those areas where it hurt when I peeled off this mask and ... tah dah! this mask becomes a "like it!" as opposed to a "leave it!"

Maybes, Mehs & No

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Meh – Aveda Sap Moss Weightless Hydration Shampoo & Aveda Sap Moss Weightless Hydration Conditioner – my hair does feel lighter and hydrated after using the shampoo and conditioner, but the scent on this one is a little too much for me. I'm usually good with herbaceous scents but there's something else in this one that doesn't make my nose very happy.

NO – Crabtree & Evelyn Rosewater & Pink Peppercorn Body Wash – woah there! The very strong, very “I’m here” fragrance on this one presented some challenges to my nose. It took a while to use it up and I found that it’s something I’m more inclined to reach for if I mix it with another body wash, one that can help to tone down or neutralize the scent on this one.

Maybe – Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Face Cream – it’s an alright skincare product; I think I’d like it as a serum in the coldest months of the year, applied before my moisturizer. I may try to pick up another sample of it during the wintertime to test that out.

Maybe – Olly girl Multi Daily Supplement – yes this is targeted for girls ages 12-17 and yes, I am definitely not within that age range! lol. I picked this up when one of my cousins was here with her mom visiting local colleges. She wasn’t fond of it and I didn’t want it to go to waste so there you have it. I wouldn’t be opposed to repurchasing but I'll probably pick up something that is more geared towards my age group.

Meh – Aveda Sap Moss Weightless Hydration Shampoo & Aveda Sap Moss Weightless Hydration Conditioner – my hair does feel lighter and hydrated after using the shampoo and conditioner, but the scent on this one is a little too much for me. I'm usually good with herbaceous scents but there's something else in this one that doesn't make my nose very happy.NO – Crabtree & Evelyn Rosewater & Pink Peppercorn Body Wash – woah there! The very strong, very “I’m here” fragrance on this one presented some challenges to my nose. It took a while to use it up and I found that it’s something I’m more inclined to reach for if I mix it with another body wash, one that can help to tone down or neutralize the scent on this one.Maybe – Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Face Cream – it’s an alright skincare product; I think I’d like it as a serum in the coldest months of the year, applied before my moisturizer. I may try to pick up another sample of it during the wintertime to test that out.Maybe – Olly girl Multi Daily Supplement – yes this is targeted for girls ages 12-17 and yes, I am definitely not within that age range! lol. I picked this up when one of my cousins was here with her mom visiting local colleges. She wasn’t fond of it and I didn’t want it to go to waste so there you have it. I wouldn’t be opposed to repurchasing but I'll probably pick up something that is more geared towards my age group.

howconnie · ‎08-05-2019

I love strong rose body wash, I’ll have to try that one day.

itsfi · ‎08-08-2019

@howconnie, definitely give this one a try if you like strong rose scents. I was able to get used to it but I prefer a lighter scent. I found this one at TJ Maxx / Marshalls.

RebeccaBT · ‎08-04-2019

@itsfi Lots of great products! How did you like the vitamins?

Best,

Rebecca

itsfi · ‎08-04-2019

Thank you @RebeccaBT! 🤗 I like the gummy vitamins alright. I think I’m still trying to find the right combo of vitamins / supplements I like best, which really means the ones I remember to take consistently. 😆

CookieGirl1 · ‎08-03-2019

Out of curiousity, @itsfi, what kind of results did you see with the AmorePacific?

itsfi · ‎08-04-2019

@CookieGirl1, when I use it consistently I notice my skin is more hydrated, plump and glowy. Also I see less redness in certain areas of my face.

lmaster · ‎07-28-2019

weekly empties loves, likes and didn't work for me anymore, the quai is nice, but I wasn't feeling the scent, same with the Dearpacker mask. summer Fridays and PTR just started to become too absasive for my skin. the coola is good for the kids to do a touch up, but it contains alcohol, which I'm not too fond of

eshoe · ‎08-03-2019

Using the Coola spray as touch-up is a great idea, @lmaster. I use it overall but the tan lines are still noticeable. Need some under the spf there;)

lmaster · ‎08-04-2019

Haha!! @eshoe thanks lovely!

itsfi · ‎08-03-2019

Nice work @lmaster! 💗💕

lmaster · ‎08-03-2019

Thank you @itsfi 🤗🌻

SAlyFitz · ‎07-31-2019

omg to the Cinderella sheet mask - was it decent?! lol shes my fave!

lmaster · ‎08-03-2019

@SAlyFitz it was decent for sure, just had horse fat as the last ingredient, I've never seen that before

ShortErica · ‎07-15-2019

Delayed sharing of my June Empties!

Skindinavia - The Makeup Finishing Spray Bridal

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I bought this for my wedding..in 2015. That shows you how frequently I use setting spray. I probably should use it more to keep myself from sweating off product. The product itself is fine and the mister was good until the very end when it would spit the final bits of product at me. I just need to get into a better habit. I have an URBAN DECAY - All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray and @lmaster sent me a Mac Fix+. I'll definitely need to start using these other setting sprays because all of them, including Skindinavia have good hype and should help my makeup survive the Florida heat.<DIV class="lia-spoiler-noscript-content">I bought this for my wedding..in 2015. That shows you how frequently I use setting spray. I probably should use it more to keep myself from sweating off product. The product itself is fine and the mister was good until the very end when it would spit the final bits of product at me. I just need to get into a better habit. I have an URBAN DECAY - All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray and  sent me a Mac Fix+. I'll definitely need to start using these other setting sprays because all of them, including Skindinavia have good hype and should help my makeup survive the Florida heat.</DIV>

Lady Speed Stick

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It's an okay normal deodorant. Keeps the odor at bay generally. Sports can sometimes be too much but that's life. It does leave white marks. I am using my last of this and can't wait to use the Schmidt's lmaster sent me. 🙂<DIV class="lia-spoiler-noscript-content">It's an okay normal deodorant. Keeps the odor at bay generally. Sports can sometimes be too much but that's life. It does leave white marks. I am using my last of this and can't wait to use the Schmidt's lmaster sent me. <SPAN class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":slightly_smiling_face:"><span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":slightly_smiling_face:">🙂</span></SPAN></DIV>

CAUDALIE - Vinosource Moisturizing Sorbet

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This moisturizer was not something I enjoyed. I didn't like the smell. And the consistency was worse - it resembled cottage cheese.

It didn't seem to be overly moisturzing or brightening. Not for me.<DIV class="lia-spoiler-noscript-content">This moisturizer was not something I enjoyed. I didn't like the smell. And the consistency was worse - it resembled cottage cheese.It didn't seem to be overly moisturzing or brightening. Not for me.</DIV>

tarte maracuja C-brighter™ smoothing & brightening eye cream 0.35 oz/ 10 mL

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This smelled like champagne to me. I could see this being a good eye cream for someone wanting brightness. I think maybe I want something more for fine lines than brightness. Also I wouldn't want an eye cream with this much of a scent. But I enjoyed the sample. Again, it could be great for someone but not 100% my cup of tea though I can appreciate what it does.<DIV class="lia-spoiler-noscript-content">This smelled like champagne to me. I could see this being a good eye cream for someone wanting brightness. I think maybe I want something more for fine lines than brightness. Also I wouldn't want an eye cream with this much of a scent. But I enjoyed the sample. Again, it could be great for someone but not 100% my cup of tea though I can appreciate what it does.</DIV>

bareMinerals Original Loose Talc-Free Powder Mineral Foundation SPF 15 Fair Ivory 02

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This refers to both the big one that's in "Fairly Medium" and the sample in "Fairly Light." I like the ease of Bare Minerals. It can cover but is great for a natural look. If you apply to much or don't buff it in, it can look powdery but I think I've got my routine down so it works well for me. I have the shade "Medium" left which I bought when I moved to Orlando. It's quite old but it seems despite sunscreen I've got color again this summer and will hopefully finish this off. I like the product and have been able to work with a variety of shades which is both nice and confusing. Not sure if I will repurchase after my makeup no buy or try something else. But so far I haven't had much luck shade matching with CC creams so this might be my go-to until I find something better.<DIV class="lia-spoiler-noscript-content">This refers to both the big one that's in "Fairly Medium" and the sample in "Fairly Light." I like the ease of Bare Minerals. It can cover but is great for a natural look. If you apply to much or don't buff it in, it can look powdery but I think I've got my routine down so it works well for me. I have the shade "Medium" left which I bought when I moved to Orlando. It's quite old but it seems despite sunscreen I've got color again this summer and will hopefully finish this off. I like the product and have been able to work with a variety of shades which is both nice and confusing. Not sure if I will repurchase after my makeup no buy or try something else. But so far I haven't had much luck shade matching with CC creams so this might be my go-to until I find something better.</DIV>

BAREMINERALS - All-Over Face Color - Faux Tan

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Who knows how long I've had this little thing. Just a bit goes a long way. It does have some shimmer (though it's light) but I used it as contour/bronzer. I find the faux tan works better than warmth for my skin tone. I have another one (unopened) from buying a 2nd kit - hindsight - I didn't need two of the same kit when I haven't worked my way through one..though getting an extra soft focus brush was good. Back to the point, this was fine but I'll probably venture to other products for bronzer/contour when I need something new.<DIV class="lia-spoiler-noscript-content">Who knows how long I've had this little thing. Just a bit goes a long way. It does have some shimmer (though it's light) but I used it as contour/bronzer. I find the faux tan works better than warmth for my skin tone. I have another one (unopened) from buying a 2nd kit - hindsight - I didn't need two of the same kit when I haven't worked my way through one..though getting an extra soft focus brush was good. Back to the point, this was fine but I'll probably venture to other products for bronzer/contour when I need something new.</DIV>

ShortErica · ‎07-20-2019

Tagging @christyrc to see how my caudalie looked.

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