Hello, its been a while. Life has been crazy busy......but cannot forget my responsibilities and love for everything here.
Let us talk about my empties for the last 3 months... It is quite a bit.... so let's start...
Bath and body works foot cream - made with shea butter and conditioning oils. This really worked for my foot. Tried several brands but always had issues with them until I found this. However, BBW is located in the US, shipping to the UK is a cumbersome process and incurs additional charges. Therefore exploring alternatives.
E45 cream - Yes! I am a big tub purchaser. Love this body cream. It's incredibly hydrating, sinks into the skin easily, and never any negative reactions. Always been a staple for me. Looking for a hydrating body cream the whole family can use, this is a very good option.
Bodyshop Vitamin E cream - Used this for my face. It was fast-absorbing, moisturizing, and very light. It layered well on top of my serums, oils, and treatment. Also layered well under make-up. While I have had other face creams I prefer, this was worth having.
Glossier Solution - This offers about 10% of AHA, BHA, and PHA acids. Is supposed to work to improve your complexion by smoothening, soften, and basically remove blemishes. This has been one of my staple products and does what it says on the tin. What I like most is the percentage. Low enough to work for most people even sensitive skin.
Elemis - update on my skin challenge writeup.
Used the Lavido cream as a replacement for my E45. Got an amazing deal at TKMaxx on it. Right up my alley. However, a few points to note, this body cream has fragrance, not as hydrating as I expected, added marula oil and argan oil. After that, it was great.
Got this as a replacement for the Bath and body works foot cream. While more expensive despite the lesser quantity, this did not work quite as well. I would estimate this will keep your feet moisturized for about 5 hours at a time before needing to reapply.
I will definitely not be re-purchasing.
Glow recipe blueberry cleanser - provided a review on my skincare challenge 1.
The ordinary buffet - this has a comprehensive array of ingredients in it and basically targets all signs of ageing. Been using this for a while and it works for my skin.
The ordinary Niacinamide - fights blemishes and uneven skin tone. Essentially why I use it. This is a staple for most people, I use it from the brand given it's a great product at a very affordable cost.
Sure Rollon deodorant - This works fine. However, will not be re-purchasing. Trying out some natural deodorants from different brands right now and will have a dedicated post on the subject later on.
M Greengrass dry oil spray in beach air - Really like this dry oil spray especially at night before bed. Can be used for hair, face, and body. I use it mainly for the body after night showers. It Moisturises and has this lovely calming scent. It's fantastic. However, again can only purchase in the US, and getting it to the UK is cumbersome. Found an alternative in glossier body hero dry oil spray.
While this is equally hydrating and moisturizing, it has a few issues. The bottle packaging is great. The scent is off-putting so find it not so great for why I purchased it. Taken to using this on days I stay home. Now to the spray cap, this is quite loose and easily comes off, given it contains oil, this leaks everywhere.
Boots ingredient hyaluronic acid serum - I use this mainly for hydration. A step in my AM routine. The brand offers affordable products and worth trying out.
Elemis oil - Review will be up on my next post on the Skincare challenge 2 - Elemis.
The ordinary rosehip seed oil - this oil battles aging. Used at bedtime. I will not be re-purchasing this oil from the ordinary. The scent is just terrible and the oil is heavy for bedtime use, it's uncomfortable. There are alternatives worth exploring on the market.
The ordinary argan oil - promotes healthy skin by reducing flaking if you have it. It also adds soft sheen and strength to hair.
The ordinary marula oil - This helps maintain a radiant tone. Can also be used for hair. I used this mostly as an addition to body cream and hair conditioners.
Bodyshop coffee mask - Has an incredible intense coffee scent (love), wakes me up once I slap it on. Anytime I use this, takes out tiredness. My face is brighter. Well worth it just for the scent.
Elemis review on my next post.
Beauty pie review on my earlier beauty pie review.
Benefit brow pencil - sigh....while this is my exact color, the pencil works well. I will not be re-purchasing because this does not have a spooley so have to get one to brush out my brows before application. Can get a brow pencil with a spooley for less than the price I paid for this.
Elemis superfood veggie mask - review is given in my skincare challenge 2 - Elemis.
The ordinary peeling solution - exfoliates the skin's topmost surface for a brighter and more even appearance. This solution is very strong. Do not use this for longer than 3 to 4 minutes at most. It will literally burn your face if used for too long.
Boots ingredients hyaluronic acid moisturizer - same thing as the serum (discussed above) just with added moisturizer.
Cannuka body cream - infused with aloe vera and hyaluronic acid. Citrus scent, which is off-putting. I really dislike this. While it is nourishing but to put it on, it does not have a smooth application. Will not be re-purchasing.
Supergoop sunscreen SPF40 - This is very comfortable to wear and layers well on top of serums and oils but do not use anytime else like a primer on top, that just makes it pile. Putting makeup on top work though.
Sand and sky Australian pink clay - This did not work for me. Broke me out every time I used it. Completely dried out my face as well. Gave me those tiny pimples under the skin. Note aside - whenever I use sample or deluxe size products, I usually use about2 to 3 before giving a review.
Glow recipe watermelon mist - full review is provided on an earlier post for skincare challenge 1 - Glow recipe.
The ordinary natural moisturizing factor + HA - offers hydration. Works well with other products and makeup.
Garnier micellar water - Been trying to stop using micellar water and move to cleanse balms. However, for the day, I am in a hurry, still using micellar water. Took over 6 months to use the bottle.
Moroccan oil - This detangles, adds moisture, adds shine, helps wet hair dey faster, repairs damaged hair. I use this mostly when I have my natural hair out. Easy to use, pour onto hands, and run through wet hair.
Those are all my recent empties. I will have my skincare challenge 2 post up shortly.
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