October Empties and Favorites

[calico]

What was a fav? What did you finish?

[Miss Phryne Fisher]

I used up a Belif True Cream Moisturizing Bomb. That stuff is amazing, but I won't repurchase for awhile because I have a ton of deluxe minis and some Embryolisse 2 packs I got in Paris for very little so I have to use them up first. I think this is a first for me, usually face stuff goes bad before I can use it up.

[mfluder]

Nov 1, 2017 14:38:10 GMT -5 Miss Phryne Fisher said:

I used up a Belif True Cream Moisturizing Bomb. That stuff is amazing, but I won't repurchase for awhile because I have a ton of deluxe minis and some Embryolisse 2 packs I got in Paris for very little so I have to use them up first. I think this is a first for me, usually face stuff goes bad before I can use it up.

what’s the difference between the cream vs the aqua? All my samples are the aqua and I love it but I’m wondering what the cream is like.

[NewGirlNic]

Favorites:
- Got my first Boxy Charm box, and I'm impressed. Looking forward to November, as they just posted spoiler #1.
- Dr Brandt Pore Dermabrasion (received in my Boxy Charm)- it's a physical and chemical exfoliator... but I don't really "scrub", just lightly slather it on, let it sit for 2-3 minutes and rinse. My face feels and looks great after. 
- Banila Co. Clean it Zero- loving this as a first cleanse. 

Empties:
- Benefit Rollerlash travel size. Won't repurchase. I like this, but I have a couple other mascara samples to use
- Tarte Shapetape. Won't repurchase, but I do have another tube in a different color that is only about 1/3 used. 

[Miss Phryne Fisher]

Nov 1, 2017 15:11:16 GMT -5 mfluder said:

Nov 1, 2017 14:38:10 GMT -5 Miss Phryne Fisher said:

I used up a Belif True Cream Moisturizing Bomb. That stuff is amazing, but I won't repurchase for awhile because I have a ton of deluxe minis and some Embryolisse 2 packs I got in Paris for very little so I have to use them up first. I think this is a first for me, usually face stuff goes bad before I can use it up.

what’s the difference between the cream vs the aqua? All my samples are the aqua and I love it but I’m wondering what the cream is like.

The aqua just is kind of a light hydrator for me, reminds me of the blue-top gel lotion from Drunk Elephant. The moisture bomb is like a real thick moisturizer. I have dryish skin so it is great. 

[Champagne Supernova]

I don't have any empties this month. I threw out every single Sephora Play sample. I am loving my face right now so I don't want to introduce anything to my routine. I did reach the pans of my Too Faced Love Flush Blush wardrobe palette.

Favourites:

Differin gel - This thing is legit. I still get small breakouts here and there, especially whenever I eat too much dairy or sugar but they disappear overnight.

Rimmel Stay Matte Liquid Lipstick - Ate about half a package of Oreos and it didn't budge.

[Pippin]

Didn't wear much makeup in October but I did finish a Smiths Rose lip balm tin and a Clinique deluxe gloss. Along with some samples and a deluxe Origins moisturizer.

Favorites: Huda Desert Dusk palette and the Skin79 BB cream

[bowies]

I had a lot of sample/junior size empties this month:
Algenist Genius cream (loved)
Fresh Lotus cream (OK, not outstanding)
Hourglass Vanish stick foundation (meh)
Becca First Light primer (loved)
Christophe Robin scalp scrub (like, wouldn’t purchase)
DE Framboos (meh)

Full size empties:
L’Oréal Lash Paradise mascara (from love to meh)
NYX Epic Ink liner (loved, had a backup)
Shea Moisture coconut and hibiscus body wash (love but will hold off until summer)
TO Buffet (like, holding off on repurchase)

Favorites:
Cover FX custom enhancer drops (first liquid highlight I’ve ever liked)
MAC Fix+
MUFE HD foundation
Becca First Light primer
NYX precision brow pencil (new HG)
PF Bright Booster oil blend

I threw away a bunch of products that broke me out like whoa:
WNW Photo Focus foundation
Korres Golden Crocus serum (sample)
DE Marula oil
All my makeup sponges - I’m brush only now

[2curlydogs]

Empties:
Neutrogena Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Cream with SPF 15 - my daily moisturizer.
Pureology Hydrate Air Dry Cream - sample size.

Favorites:
Pureology Hydrate Air Dry Cream - I actually really loved this stuff. I like how it managed my curls without getting crusty. I need to get a full size of this when I'm out.
Pureology Shampoo & Conditioner - someone on here recommended it so I decided to try it. Love it. I'm so happy with my hair right now.

[majesty318]

I basically don't ever finish makeup items, but I did have some skincare empties this month:

Philosophy purity face wash - already had back up
Human & Kind body soufflé - I am obsessed with this and think I like it as much as L'Occitane almond milk. Already had a back up
Living Proof Full conditioner - FINALLY done with this - I really want to switch to another brand but still have the shampoo version of it and had a backup of the No Frizz LP conditioner
Face samples: Belif aqua bomb (I think it was that - the blue one) and Belif Hungarian water essence. The blue cream was fine but I am using up samples and then buying Fresh Lotus which I love. The Hungarian water essence did nothing

Favorites
Tarte BB creamy confidence - love this for weekdays, easy
Bye Bye Undereye cream (not the concealer) - if I put this under my eyes at night, my dark circles are not as bad in the morning
Mary Kay version of Clarisonic - I was tricked into hosting a Mary Kay party and bought this, but I actually really like it for exfoliating
Skin Food volcanic & egg mask - my skin is sooooo soft after this
Living Proof Restore spray - got this as a 100 point Sephora perk. If I am straightening my hair, I do not condition in the shower but then spray this all over damp hair and blow out. Smooth & volume.

[orangello]

Nov 2, 2017 10:00:52 GMT -5 2curlydogs said:

Favorites:
Pureology Hydrate Air Dry Cream - I actually really loved this stuff. I like how it managed my curls without getting crusty. I need to get a full size of this when I'm out.

I have a sample of this I haven't cracked open yet - I'm excited to try it.  How did you use it on your curls?

[2curlydogs]

Nov 2, 2017 11:54:04 GMT -5 orangello said:

Nov 2, 2017 10:00:52 GMT -5 2curlydogs said:

Favorites:
Pureology Hydrate Air Dry Cream - I actually really loved this stuff. I like how it managed my curls without getting crusty. I need to get a full size of this when I'm out.

I have a sample of this I haven't cracked open yet - I'm excited to try it.  How did you use it on your curls?

Just finger-combed it thru wet hair, scrunched curls and let it air dry.

[pizzanight]

Empties:
IGK Rich Kid Coconut Oil Gel (sample) - will repurchase when I use up some more product
VERB Leave-in Mist (sample) - will not repurchase, too thick for a spray
Nyx pressed powder - had it down to the edges and then I dropped it.  Have others to use for now. 

Loves:
Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Cream - seems to be helping cure my weird flaky dry patches that I get when the seasons change
Benefit Gimme Brow (shade 3) - I wear this to work every day, I like that it's more subtle than the KaBrow
Fenty Galaxy Eyeshadow Palette - soooo pretty. Not super wearable because it is extremely shimmery but it's soooooooo pretty and I'm having fun playing.

[mfluder]

Nov 2, 2017 12:10:15 GMT -5 pizzanight said:

Empties:
IGK Rich Kid Coconut Oil Gel (sample) - will repurchase when I use up some more product
VERB Leave-in Mist (sample) - will not repurchase, too thick for a spray
Nyx pressed powder - had it down to the edges and then I dropped it.  Have others to use for now. 

Loves:
Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Cream - seems to be helping cure my weird flaky dry patches that I get when the seasons change
Benefit Gimme Brow (shade 3) - I wear this to work every day, I like that it's more subtle than the KaBrow
Fenty Galaxy Eyeshadow Palette - soooo pretty. Not super wearable because it is extremely shimmery but it's soooooooo pretty and I'm having fun playing.

I am not worried about this but I did want to give you a heads up: benefit is doing a voluntary recall of all of its Gimme brow sold this year. Apparently a batch might have an issue if it gets in your eyes but they are doing it for much more than that batch.

I did stop using mine and guess I should try to return it. But. Lazy.

This includes sample sizes by the way.

[pizzanight]

Nov 2, 2017 13:06:37 GMT -5 mfluder said:

Nov 2, 2017 12:10:15 GMT -5 pizzanight said:

Empties:
IGK Rich Kid Coconut Oil Gel (sample) - will repurchase when I use up some more product
VERB Leave-in Mist (sample) - will not repurchase, too thick for a spray
Nyx pressed powder - had it down to the edges and then I dropped it.  Have others to use for now. 

Loves:
Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Cream - seems to be helping cure my weird flaky dry patches that I get when the seasons change
Benefit Gimme Brow (shade 3) - I wear this to work every day, I like that it's more subtle than the KaBrow
Fenty Galaxy Eyeshadow Palette - soooo pretty. Not super wearable because it is extremely shimmery but it's soooooooo pretty and I'm having fun playing.

I am not worried about this but I did want to give you a heads up: benefit is doing a voluntary recall of all of its Gimme brow sold this year. Apparently a batch might have an issue if it gets in your eyes but they are doing it for much more than that batch.

I did stop using mine and guess I should try to return it. But. Lazy.

This includes sample sizes by the way.

Son of a bitch.

[mfluder]

Nov 2, 2017 13:09:26 GMT -5 pizzanight said:

Nov 2, 2017 13:06:37 GMT -5 mfluder said:

I am not worried about this but I did want to give you a heads up: benefit is doing a voluntary recall of all of its Gimme brow sold this year. Apparently a batch might have an issue if it gets in your eyes but they are doing it for much more than that batch.

I did stop using mine and guess I should try to return it. But. Lazy.

This includes sample sizes by the way.

Son of a bitch.

it’s my favorite eye brow product too so I’m annoyed.

[majesty318]

Nov 2, 2017 12:10:15 GMT -5 pizzanight said:

Empties:
IGK Rich Kid Coconut Oil Gel (sample) - will repurchase when I use up some more product
VERB Leave-in Mist (sample) - will not repurchase, too thick for a spray
Nyx pressed powder - had it down to the edges and then I dropped it.  Have others to use for now. 

Loves:
Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Cream - seems to be helping cure my weird flaky dry patches that I get when the seasons change
Benefit Gimme Brow (shade 3) - I wear this to work every day, I like that it's more subtle than the KaBrow
Fenty Galaxy Eyeshadow Palette - soooo pretty. Not super wearable because it is extremely shimmery but it's soooooooo pretty and I'm having fun playing.

Do you get Sephora play? Sample twinsies, LOL.

I am liking the Coconut Oil Gel - used it twice but stopped because I am going to take it on an upcoming trip. I have the Tiger Grass but didn't try it yet.

Gimme Brow - I was hoping a sample size would come in a Play box or come up as 100 point perk, so I could take it on the trip, and lo & behold it did. I'm probably going to use it anyway and try to not get it in my eyes

[pizzanight]

majesty318 ha, yup - definitely Play! samples from this summer.

[calico]

Empties:
Hada Labo skin plumping gel cream- eh it was ok
Dr. Jart Premium BB- LOVE this, but it's $$
Shara Shara vita aura level up face mist- Not sure where to repurchase
Cosrx snail mucin essence- Love this stuff and will repurchase
Aveda hair thickening tonic- will not repurchase
Peter Coppola Blondest Keratin concept hair mask- will not repurchase
WnW Brush cleansing clothes- will not repurchase
Bare Minerals mini lipgloss- will not repurchase
Garnier micellar water- will not repurchase

MAC Shy Beauty Blush- Discontinued I think, but this blush lasted forever

Favorites:
Missha BB cream
WnW Photofocus concealer
Macadamia Hair Care Deep repair mask

[minionkevin]

Empties:
NYX Powder. Not repurchased.


Favorites:
Nothing. Everything I've bought lately has been a dud: Too Faced fiber mascara, Becca undereye corrector, Bye Bye Undereye. The jury is still out on if I can get over the smell of the Coty Airspun powder I bought. I tried baking my undereye concealer today. HUGE FAIL, I look 100 and I have a job interview this afternoon. Maybe it will make me look "mature"? Uggghhhhh.

[mfluder]

Nov 3, 2017 7:38:36 GMT -5 calico said:

Empties:
Hada Labo skin plumping gel cream- eh it was ok
Dr. Jart Premium BB- LOVE this, but it's $$
Shara Shara vita aura level up face mist- Not sure where to repurchase
Cosrx snail mucin essence- Love this stuff and will repurchase
Aveda hair thickening tonic- will not repurchase
Peter Coppola Blondest Keratin concept hair mask- will not repurchase
WnW Brush cleansing clothes- will not repurchase
Bare Minerals mini lipgloss- will not repurchase
Garnier micellar water- will not repurchase

MAC Shy Beauty Blush- Discontinued I think, but this blush lasted forever

Favorites:
Missha BB cream
WnW Photofocus concealer
Macadamia Hair Care Deep repair mask

okay I got a bottle of corsx snail. How do I use it? Lol. I’m overwhelmed by the AB thread.

[calico]

Nov 3, 2017 10:02:49 GMT -5 mfluder said:

okay I got a bottle of corsx snail. How do I use it? Lol. I’m overwhelmed by the AB thread.

What does your skin regimen look like now? That would help me tell you where to add it in. I put it all over my face/neck after my first treatment essence and aloe mist. Pat it in and then follow with either a face moisturizer or a sleep pack.

[jeaniebueller]

I got a sample of this Urban Decay all night finishing spray and love it. It really works and my makeup def lasts longer.

m.sephora.com/product/all-nighter-long-lasting-makeup-setting-spray-P263504?skuId=1900000&om_mmc=ppc-GG_613435589_29082130479_aud-376785857971:pla-72151907393_1900000_99554276559_9017622_m&country_switch=us&lang=en&gclid=Cj0KCQjwp_DPBRCZARIsAGOZYBRNjMMf0dlis2YVMMbpFPjNFfkzhC0JiPp5VV6gqbssDqG0i3RLMPgaAoCAEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

[sunshineluv]

Nov 1, 2017 15:28:51 GMT -5 NewGirlNic said:

Favorites:
- Got my first Boxy Charm box, and I'm impressed. Looking forward to November, as they just posted spoiler #1.
- Dr Brandt Pore Dermabrasion (received in my Boxy Charm)- it's a physical and chemical exfoliator... but I don't really "scrub", just lightly slather it on, let it sit for 2-3 minutes and rinse. My face feels and looks great after. 
- Banila Co. Clean it Zero- loving this as a first cleanse. 

Empties:
- Benefit Rollerlash travel size. Won't repurchase. I like this, but I have a couple other mascara samples to use
- Tarte Shapetape. Won't repurchase, but I do have another tube in a different color that is only about 1/3 used. 

I am loving the Dr brant from boxycharm! I am also a little obsessed with the Becca highlighter. I got the liquid one and mix it with my primer it’s subtle and beautiful! Did you see that a limited edition box is coming out? More info will be in your tracking email for this months box.

[calico]

sunshineluv, I'm so jealous. I signed up for a boxycharm and was on the waiting list for like 2 months. I finally cancelled, because honestly I just wanted the Dr Brant scrub for cheap. It's one of my favorites.

[2curlydogs]

Oh. I bought the Real Techniques powder brush and LOVE it. It has some of the fluff of a big fluffy brush but some of the density of a kabuki brush. So it provides the light touch plus good blending. And ZERO shedding, which I've never encountered in any face brush I've tried before. Huge fan so far.

[mfluder]

Nov 3, 2017 11:07:18 GMT -5 calico said:

Nov 3, 2017 10:02:49 GMT -5 mfluder said:

okay I got a bottle of corsx snail. How do I use it? Lol. I’m overwhelmed by the AB thread.

What does your skin regimen look like now? That would help me tell you where to add it in. I put it all over my face/neck after my first treatment essence and aloe mist. Pat it in and then follow with either a face moisturizer or a sleep pack.

Morning:

-Wash (good morning cleasner or bioderma) 
- Vitamin C (The Ordinary, watery not oil kind bottle) 
- Light Moisturize (Belief Aqua Bomb right now) 
- Sunscreen (EltaMD) 

Night 
-Double Cleanse (Shu Umera/Banilla, TJ Nourish Face Wash) 
Alternating nights: 
a. Differin + moisturizer (right now Marula oil)
b. 2% BHA PC + TO Niac + 5% AHA TO 

Writing this all is making me wonder why I thought I could add another product LOL

[mortomo]

Not too many empties:

Deluxe sample size of Fresh Sugar lip treatment - may get one of the holiday sets at Sephora with the 20% off since I do like it
Deluxe sample size Peter Thomas Roth Irish Moor Mud Mask - already repurchased
Olay microsculpting serum - love this stuff and always have a back up

Love:

Peter Thomas Roth- FirmX peeling gel (this stuff is awesome), Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream, Irish Moor Mud Mask, pumpkin enzyme mask

Laura Geller Spackle Mist Primer Spray - I think it holds my make up as well as UD, but the sprayer isn't as good.  I'm going to transfer it to an UD bottle that I have. My make up doesn't break down at the end of the day like it does if I don't use this spray. I also notice that my pores seem less noticeable.

Laura Geller Color Luster lip gloss in city lights.  It's basically a shimmery top coat and I've been loving it over  liner, lipsticks that are just kind of blah or too matte for me.  It's not too shimmery. There are duos at Ulta of different colors that I think I'm going to pick up. 

[sunshineluv]

Nov 3, 2017 20:25:32 GMT -5 calico said:

sunshineluv, I'm so jealous. I signed up for a boxycharm and was on the waiting list for like 2 months. I finally cancelled, because honestly I just wanted the Dr Brant scrub for cheap. It's one of my favorites.

There is a Facebook group boxy babes where a lot of times you can buy stuff from the box. The Dr brant is sealed so should be a safe bet!

But get back on the waitlist . I love this box so much! I use a lot of it daily and I have only gotten two boxes. Maybe three, but I love the brushes I received and the pur eyeshadow palette. Other stuff too!

[calico]

mfluder, I prefer to not use it in the morning, but it would fit in well after your Vit C (before or in place of your light moisturizer, depending on how dry your skin is).

At night, put it after your differin and before the moisturizer, or after all the actives the other night.