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]

November empties

LOVES

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Loves
Sephora Collection Spirulina Face Mask
boo Bamboo Hydrating Bamboo Fiber Charcoal Sheet Mask
VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask (not pictured)
Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil
Sunday Riley Saturn Sulfur Acne Treatment Mask
JMsolution Goat Milk New Zealand + Australia Mask Black
UniTouch Relax Facial Mask
The Creme Shop x Hello Kitty Tea Time Sheet Mask
L'Occitane Overnight Reset Oil-In-Serum
Voluspa Candle - Mokara
Megrhythm Gentle Steam Eye Mask (Yuzu)
Cerave Renewing SA Cleanser

Likes

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Likes
Smell Like Lemon Wet Wipe (x3)
Honest Shampoo + Body Wash Perfectly Gentle
Illume Eternal Nomad Intensive Moisture Body Wash - Thai Lily
I Dew Care Up All Night Brightening Citrus Lime Mask
Vichy Mineral 89 Booster
HelloGanic 1aday Vegetable Mask Firming
CosRx Propolis Light Cream
Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair Strengthening Treatment Oil
AmorePacific Youth Revolution Radiance Concentrate (x2)
CosRx Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (With Birch Sap)
Sephora Collection Coconut Cleansing Wipes
Four Sigmatic Mushroom Coffee (x3)
CosRx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
peach slices Acne Spot Dots
Sephora Collection Coconut Water Hydrating Mist
Papa Recipe Honey Moist Propolis Ampoule
Le Gushe Acne Patches (x6)
Voluspa Candle - Santal Vanille
Voluspa Candle - Panjore Lychee

The Rest - these were fine, just not standout. If I had them lying around, I'd be happy to use them, but they're not necessarily items I'd seek out to repurchase.

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Lanocreme Manuka Honey Face Mask
Farm Skin Fresh Food For Hair Hair Mask Deep Moisture Grape & Apple
Too Cool For School Illuminating 2-Step Eye Patch
by nature from New Zealand Botanical Active Manuka Honey Sheet Face Mask
Otherland Candle (Kindling)
Dr. Jart+ Focuspot Micro Tip Patch
Clean Reserve Aqua Neroli Eau de Parfum
The Super Elixir by WelleCo
Moon Juice SuperYou Daily Stress Management
Eminence Organic Skin Care Snow Mushroom Moisture Cloud Eye Cream

MTD: 51 / YTD: 913

[Samtian]

@itsfi Ooh I love the Aqua Neroli lol.

[itsfi]

I liked how it started off @Samtian; if only it had stayed that way at the end.

[Samtian]

@itsfi Ah bummer!

[missjeanie]

@itsfi  what was the mushroom coffee from Four Sigmatic like?  Do you remember if this one had chaga in it?  I bought a face mask from them that I'm kinda scared to use due to the chaga and a penicillin allergy. 

[itsfi]

@missjeanie, it does have chaga in it so you should definitely pass on it. Real coffee tastes better anyways. 😉 

[lmaster]

Ohhhh @itsfi look at those voluspa candles!! I must say,,, those pumpkin/fall 4 pack smell unbelievably delicious!!

[itsfi]

100% agree @lmaster! That Voluspa pumpkin / fall pack smells so good. 😍 There’s a part of me that thinks I should have picked up another set but then I look at all my candles and it’s hard to justify another set! 😆 

[lmaster]

Same!!! I have burned 2 and I'm on the third @itsfi uughhhh 😆

[haleyvvvv]

5 stars - loves

4 stars - like a lot, maybe not my fave or overpriced 

3 stars - just okay, would use again but not buy

2 stars - meh, but no harmful side effects

1 star - no way

[sonnydee]

I like your system @haleyvvvv great job on your empties! 👏

[haleyvvvv]

Thank you, @sonnydee!! 😊

[sephoraaddict918]

Great empties @haleyvvvv!!! It's nice to see someone else is not wowed with the PTR Cucumber Mask. Every time someone raves about how great it is, I'm always confused. It's so basic to me. 😆 😂 

[haleyvvvv]

Thank you, @sephoraaddict918!! Yeah, it is very basic for mask for my skin, but to each their own

[quspork]

Aw, that's a shame about the KS goat milk cream, @haleyvvvv. I've enjoyed the samples I've had of it. 

[haleyvvvv]

It is great that it works for you, @quspork!! I am glad it works for others!! I just wish I didn't make it my FFF pick a few times *facepalm*

[lmaster]

@haleyvvvv awww so sorry you didn't like the ptr cucumber mask!!

[haleyvvvv]

It's okay @lmaster!! Not everything is going to be a winner. It is *so* expensive for hardly doing much for my skin; I am glad I got it in that 6 pack and I am glad I tried it. Plus now I am more justified for testing out all hydrating masks, lol.

[sephoraaddict918]

ARGH! Sephora doesn't want me to be great! Apparently, my original post exceeded the character limit. Even after a lot of editing, I still couldn't post, so I'm breaking it up into separate posts.

July Empties (1/4)

Rating System

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R (Results) - Did it work for your skin type/condition?

A (Aroma) - How does it smell?

T (Texture) - How does it feel when applied?

E (Expense) - Is it worth the cost?

Scam Alert  – They’re selling, but we’re not buying. Neither should you. Step away. Save your coint.

Clearance Bound  – Don’t rush out to buy this product. Wait for a sale because it’s not worth full price.

Haul It  – This product is seriously worth the coins. Add this to your cart yesterday! 

All these get a strong "Nope!"

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First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Barriair Cream 

R (Results) - Skin feels moisturized 

A (Aroma) - None

T (Texture) - Slightly sticky, snot-like mousse

E (Expense) - $30 1.5 Fl. Oz.; Standard price for a good moisturizer

Rating: Scam Alert - This sample has me doing a heel turn in the opposite direction based on the texture alone.

Ralph Lauren Woman Eau de Parfum 

R (Results) - This has decent lasing power

A (Aroma) - Floral “Old Lady” scent

T (Texture) - Feels heavy; Probably works better for winter

E (Expense) - $64 1.0 Oz.; Since I hated this fragrance, there is no way I’m spending money on this.

Rating: Scam Alert - I absolutely hated this fragrance as soon as I sprayed it.

Truly Hand Sanitizer Germ Killin’ Gel 

R (Results) - Don’t have the ‘Rona, guess it keeps germs at bay

A (Aroma) - Basically smells like alcohol

T (Texture) - Watery; Calling this a gel is straight lies!

E (Expense) - $6 1.0 Fl. Oz.; This is probably way overpriced, and I went through it super quick.

Rating: Scam Alert - I bought this when sanitizer was scarce, but I wouldn’t recommend purchasing it.

Vichy Idéal Capital Soleil SPF 60 Ultra-Light Body and Face Sunscreen with Antioxidants 

R (Results) - Provides expected sun protection and doesn’t give white cast since it’s a chemical sunscreen, but it doesn’t leave the skin with the healthy glow I like

A (Aroma) - YUCK! This smells like burning plastic and old hot dog water.

T (Texture) - Liquidy and mixes well with my other moisturizers

E (Expense) - $30.50 5.0 Fl. Oz.; Price isn’t a deal breaker for me. However, I think you can get a decent sunscreen that doesn’t make you want to vomit for the same (or a lower) price.

Rating: Scam Alert - Although the texture is nice, this sunscreen STINKS!! I couldn’t wait to be done with it. Also, this sunscreen contains oxybenzone, so it’s not a reef-safe sunscreen.

[haleyvvvv]

Great empties list, @sephoraaddict918!! Your ratings are great!! 

Boo to posting troubles!! And boo to burnt plastic/ old hot dog smells!! 😖🤮🤢

[sephoraaddict918]

July Empties (2/4)

From "Meh" to "Okay" to "Not Bad"

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BareMinerals Lashtopia Mega Volume Mineral-Based Mascara 

R (Results) - Luscious lashes that weren’t clumpy and didn’t smudge

A (Aroma) - None; Advertised as fragrance fee

T (Texture) - Mascara usually makes my lashes feel a little crunchy, but this did not.

E (Expense) - $20 0.40 Oz.; Another overpriced prestige mascara, but I might buy it on sale.

Rating: Clearance Bound - Although I liked the mascara, it didn’t blow me away.

Bath & Body Works Cactus Blossom Shower Gel

R (Results) - Gives me an enjoyable sensory experience in the daytime. 

A (Aroma) - Has a light sweetly floral scent that doesn’t linger after I’m out of the shower. 

T (Texture) - Standard shower gel. Shape of the bottle allows you to get every last drop! 

E (Expense) - $12.50 10.0 Fl. Oz.; With all the coupons and sales, it’s rare to buy a B&BW shower gel at regular price. 

Rating: Clearance Bound - Although the scent wasn’t horrible, it wasn’t amazing. I wouldn’t go out of way for this scent.

Dermal Korea Collagen Essence Mask (Acai Berry) 

R (Results) - Slight hydration to the skin.

A (Aroma) - Nothing strong

T (Texture) - Not nearly enough serum

E (Expense) - $9.99 16 Pack; This is beyond a great deal, but these are some cheap masks in both price and quality.

Rating: Scam Alert - I received these masks as a gift, but this is a prime example of getting what you pay for. 

Lapcos Derma Mask Hyaluronic Acid 

R (Results) - Hydrated skin 

A (Aroma) - Light floral scent

T (Texture) - Basic hydrating sheet mask, but didn’t have enough serum for me.

E (Expense) - $3.99 1 Mask; Bought this as part of a set of two; Not worth the price based on experience with other sheet masks.

Rating: Scam Alert - This mask is totally forgettable.

La Roche-Posay Anthelios AOX Daily Antioxidant Serum with Sunscreen for Face SPF 50 

R (Results) - Glowy skin with no white cast

A (Aroma) - No noticeable scent; Advertised as fragrance free

T (Texture) - Very liquidy like a serum; Absorbed quickly

E (Expense) - $42.50 1.0 Fl. Oz.; I think it’s overpriced. 

Rating: Scam Alert - I love the glow this sunscreen gave me, but sometimes it stung my eyes. Also, this contains oxybenzone, so it’s not reef safe.

Laura Mercier Medium Deep Translucent Loose Setting Powder 

R (Results) - Offers sheer layer of coverage under foundation that helps my makeup last

A (Aroma) - No noticeable fragrance

T (Texture) - Soft and finely milled

E (Expense) - $39 1.0 Oz.; This is pricey, but it lasts such a long time, especially if you don’t use a lot of powder.

Rating: Clearance Bound - I know this is consider a holy grail product, but I just don’t get all the hype with this.

The Mane Choice Manetabolism Plus Healthy Hair Vitamin Dietary Supplements 

R (Results) - After using two bottles, I saw absolutely no change in my hair growth. 

A (Aroma) - I didn’t notice any smell, but there was an initial off putting taste.

T (Texture) - These pills are on the larger size, but I didn’t find them difficult to swallow. 

E (Expense) - $25.99 1-Month Supply; These are in the low to mid-range price of other hair vitamins, but are also often included in sales, so it’s easy to get them at a reduced price. 

Rating: Clearance Bound - Your results may vary, so if you are intrigued, then give it a try when they are on sale. Just don’t expect a miracle.

Moroccanoil Body Soufflé 

R (Results) - Hands felt moisturized with a slight glow

A (Aroma) - Light sweet, nutty scent

T (Texture) - Creamy, but doesn’t feel whipped like I expect when I hear the word “soufflé”

E (Expense) - $56 6.4 Oz.; It’s more expensive than my fave SDJ Brazilian Bum Bum Cream. 

Rating: Clearance Bound - This was only a foil, so it’s not enough for me to jump on the must-haul bandwagon.

NYX Professional Makeup Matte Blotting Paper 

R (Results) - Easily blots lipstick and shininess 

A (Aroma) - None

T (Texture) - Smooth, absorbent basic paper

E (Expense) - $4 50 Ct.; NYX is always on sale at Ulta, so it feels like I’m always getting these papers for nearly $0.

Rating: Haul It - These are my go-to blotting papers.

Rated Green Korean Beauty Avocado Scalp Pack with Banana 

R (Results) - I didn’t see any dramatic results in the health of my scalp.

A (Aroma) - Smells just like banana-flavored candy!

T (Texture) - Looks and feels like smashed avocado. It was easy to work through my hair and made my scalp feel tingly.

E (Expense) - $3.99 1.69 Fl. Oz.; I purchased a set of 2 for $7.98 and got 3-4 uses out of each pack. I wouldn’t run out to buy this immediately, but I would repurchase it.

Rating: Clearance Bound - I didn’t see immediate results, I would use every once in a while to give my scalp some extra TLC.

Sephora Collection Moschino + Sephora Toy Honey Mask 

R (Results) - Face felt hydrated and plump

A (Aroma) - Faint sweet honey scent

T (Texture) - Just the right amount of serum!

E (Expense) - $4 1 Mask; Not worth buying.

Rating: Scam Alert - I was excited to score this mask, but this isn’t worth the hype.

SKIN&CO Truffle Therapy Face Toner 

R (Results) - Saw no difference in pore size or skin texture

A (Aroma) - Smells like a spa; Ingredients include lots of essential oil

T (Texture) - Light and watery

E (Expense) - $27 6.8 Fl.Oz.; This is basically an overpriced witch hazel. I have no desire to buy this product. 

Rating: Scam Alert - Witch hazel does nothing for my skin, so this is easy to avoid.