Empties - V2

[scott1201]

Seeing product empties is so satisfying 🙂

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

Previous Empties thread:

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https://community.sephora.com/t5/Insiders/Empties/m-p/589003

[itsfi]

@snoflakefaerie, do you apply the Differin gel every night? 

There are a handful of DE products I steer clear of; the sunscreen being one of them - I had a bad reaction to some ingredient in the sunscreen. It was not good, to say the least.

[snoflakefaerie]

@itsfi I don't use the Differin every night. At most I use it every other night because I use Drunk Elephant TLC on the off days, the two pretty much control my acne. I think my skin would be able to tolerate using nightly if I wanted though. 

[ShortErica]

@snoflakefaerie did the Kopari not work or what didn't you like? I haven't tried that one so I'm curious. Thanks!

[snoflakefaerie]

@ShortErica  (I wrote a novel so it's under the spoiler.)

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This was my first time trying deodorant, natural or otherwise. I've been using Secret Invisible solid for like 20 years. I knew it wouldn't totally control my sweat or odor, which I could maybe manage. However, it left me with the worst rash/breakout/irritation I've ever had on my armpits (normally I don't get irritated at all). I'm not sure if it was because there was more friction due to the lack of slip in the deodorant, or if the ingredients were irritating or both. I stopped using it sometime in early/mid February and I still have red marks. 

So on top of the inflammation, I needed to use a low pH spray to control odor (which I generally use with antiperspirant, too), but it still wasn't enough to get me through a bartending/floor managing shift without smelling bad. All the factors combined, it wasn't worth it to me. But I'm not sure any natural deo will work with my body and lifestyle. I did try it once more before deciding to declutter and I had a couple red bumps at the end of the day.

I heard the charcoal one is a little more irritating than the regular one, but I had let my bf try that one, and he pretty much used it up, so I couldn't try it. He did say it caused him irritation, too. He has really sensitive skin, and only uses deodorant; he said it worked fine to control odor for him. I still have the fragrance free sample one, but he refuses to use it due to irritation and he's usually willing to use any toiletry I don't like.

[ShortErica]

I appreciate the novel @snoflakefaerie. I'm so sorry you had such a horrible reaction. And the fact that it hasn't completely disappeared is a bit terrifying. I don't know that it will be on my to-try list based on your review. I've had the best luck with Schmidt's but I know everyone's skin and needs are different.

[snoflakefaerie]

@ShortErica I should clarify that the red marks I have are PIH like scars, not anything that is still inflamed or irritated. 

[ShortErica]

Oh okay, still sorry you had such problems @snoflakefaerie.

[lmaster]

All loves but 1Too harsh

The purlisse was just too harsh, only used it a couple times

[JaneanBT]

Hi @lmaster ,

I love the HERBIVORE - Bakuchiol Retinol Alternative Smoothing Serum! So good! 

Best Wishes,

Janean

[lmaster]

It absolutely is!! @JaneanBT 

[Brutalitops]

@lmasterLooks like you did some serious masking last month! Way to go!

[lmaster]

Thank you so much @Brutalitops 🙌💕

[missjeanie]

Now that's a great set of empties when there's only one non love @lmaster !

[lmaster]

@missjeanie thank you, I feel lucky 💕

[itsfi]

Sorry about the Purlisse @lmaster, but look at all those sheet masks!!! 😍 Nice!! 💗

[lmaster]

I like chemical exfoliation way better!! Thank you @itsfi 💜

[MoniDJ]

December Empties

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Repurchases
1st row
- Murad Hydro-Dynamic Ultimate Moisture
- Origins Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Mask
- Jack Black Lip Balm
- Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil Face Butter
- Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer
- Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask (Vanilla)

2nd Row
- Yes to Shower Cocktail Body Wash- Hydrating
- Carol's Daughter Hand Cream in Ocean
- Juice Beauty Green Apple Age Defy Moisturizer
- Klairs Supple Preparation Facial Toner
- Algenist Power Advanced Wrinkle Fighter 360 Eye Serum
- Shea Moisture Transforming Clay-to-Cream Cleanser

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Repurchases
- Leaders Amino Acid Double Moisture Mask
- The Oozoo Royal Jelly Fresh Capsule Mask
- Papa Recipe Bombee Fruitables Green Squeeze Relaxing Mask (x2) 
- Too Cool For School Egg Cream Mask
- Ariul 7 Days Bamboo Water mask

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Products I would repurchase
- Palmer's Raw Shea Balm
- Nest Grapefruit & Verbena Body Mist
- Algenist Advanced Anti-Aging Repairing Oil
- Elensilia-CPP Propolis Ampoule
- Missha Super Aqua Ultra Waterful Eye Treatment
- Belif Aqua Bomb Jelly Cleanser

[PenelopeBT]

Hi @MoniDJ,

Great empties! The ORIGINS - Clear Improvement® Active Charcoal Mask to Clear Pores is one of my skincare staples. I use it once a week to deep clean my pores. The deluxe sample size is also great for travel. 

[JaneanBT]

Hi @MoniDJ ,

I am loving the Belif Aqua Bomb Jelly Cleanser. This is a great set of empties.

Best Wishes,

Janean

[RebeccaBT]

@MoniDJ Wow! Lots of great empties! 

Best,
Rebecca

[lmaster]

@MoniDJ have your tried the NEST New York Indigo Eau de Parfum 1.7 oz/ 50 mL😍💗