Weekly Empties (23)

Beauty Garde Lash + Brow Shampoo* (link): I like the concept of this makeup remover as it has an attached brush to make face cleansing easier. The product itself was gentle on my skin, didn't irritate the skin or eyes, but it lacked in performance. It did remove makeup, but I couldn't trust it 100% as it struggled with the more stubborn one. Since I have a lot of face washes/makeup removers to choose from, I decided to use this up as brush cleanser, but again it wasn't performing its best and I had to double cleanse with a different product.

Leaders 7 Wonders Sheet Mask (link): There's one of these sheet masks in pretty much every empties post, so there's no need to tell how much I love them. I used up more than one in the last couple of weeks, but I was traveling and didn't save packaging from the others. 

Sunday Riley Auto Correct Eye Cream (link): I had a sample/mini size of this eye cream and that was enough to gt my opinion about it. I will not be repurchasing this cream as it didn't make any significant difference. I didn't notice any depuffing or brightening of my undereye area. The cream was rich enough yet light in texture. It applied smoothly and absorbed quickly without leaving any residue. It hydrated my undereyes, but I get the same results from less expensive eye creams.

BareMinerals Skinlongevity Vital Power Infusion Serum (link): It's not my first mini bottle of this serum and I still love it. It is light, but not watery, so it can be used both by itself and under another moisturizer. I do have it in my wishlist for getting in full size.

Ole Henriksen C-Rush Brightening Gel Creme (link): While I didn't really notice any brightening effect (especially after using a sample size), this cream was very nice. It gave plenty of hydration for my skin and was perfect for warm weather. I think normal to oily skin could use it in colder months as well. It sat nicely under makeup. My only issue is that it leaves a little bit of shine on the skin, which is no problem when wearing makeup, but might be annoying if one doesn't put makeup on. Overall I liked it a lot and would buy it in full size.

Murad Nutrient Charged Water Gel (link): This is another moisturizer that impressed me a lot. It also smells so yummy (like candies)! The texture is light, but it feels very hydrating. It leaves skin soft, hydrated and plump.       

EOS Hand Lotion in Berry Blossom (link): I'm not a fan of EOS products, but I decided to try this hand lotion. It smells nice, but it is very very light and doesn't give lasting hydration. It was ok to be used during warmer weather, but it wouldn't be enough for cold months.

Marin Bee Honey Butter* (link): I loved this multi-functional cream! I used it for my hands, body/dry spots and feet and I loved it every single time. It is very rich and gives long lasting moisture to the skin. It applies easily and sinks into the skin pretty quickly.

Trader Joe's Shave Cream (link): It was an ok shave cream, nothing impressive. I would buy it again only if I needed a shave cream right there and then, but I would pick something else if I could.

Giovanni VitaPro Fusion Leave-In Conditioner (link): This is my holy grail product! I've been constantly using this product for over 7 years and I still love it. It is perfect for my fine hair and leaves my hair soft, detangled and hydrated without making it look heavy/greasy. 

BareMinerals Invisible Light Translucent Powder Duo (link): I've read both good and bad reviews about this product and I'm the one who liked it a lot. I tried it all over the face, but sometimes it would leave a bit of white cast, so I used it to set concealer under my eyes only. It is a very finely milled powder and I would swirl my makeup sponge/brush into the shimmery side first and then into the matte side and apply to the skin. I loved the way it brightened up my undereyes and how smooth the skin looked.

Maybelline Age Rewind Concealer in Fair (link): I use concealer only for my undereyes and this was great. It blended nicely with any foundation I used, it brightened up the area, it looked smooth, natural and lasted all day. I will definitely repurchase it again.

Memoize London Luxuria Fragrance (link): I received a full size bottle of this perfume as well as samples of the other ones from the line right before my trip. I fell in love with the scent instantly, but I didn't want to take the whole bottle, so I took a sample with me. This fragrance has noted of raspberry and casis, but it doesn't smell too fruity/berry-like. It is a very subtle sweetness. It's a perfume that can be worn for any occasion, day or night and radiates sophistication, sexiness , femininity.   




* marks PR samples received complimentary