Weekly Empties (24)

Glamglow ThirstyMud Hydrating Treatmeant (link): I used this after a day in the sun to give my skin extra hydration. It did make my skin feel nice and soft, but I wouldn't get this in full size.

L'occitane Immortelle Divine Cream (link): I only tried a few skincare products from L'occitane as I always associate the brand with body care products. I'm very glad I tried this cream as I liked it a lot and would get full size for cold months. It was ok in this hot weather, but only in such a small size, because it would be too heavy for my skin in the long run. This cream is very rich and a little goes a long way. It applies easily and sinks into the skin quickly leaving it soft and hydrated.

Skyn Iceland Glacial Cleansing Wipes (link): I love most products from Skyn Iceland, but these wipes were just ok. They did remove makeup really well and were moist without being too wet or too dry, but they didn't excite me. Besides, the package wouldn't close after a few uses, so I had to keep it in a plastic zip up bag and that's inconvenient.   

Image Skincare Vital C Hydrating Enzyme Mask* (link): This mask smells like oranges! It is very hydrating, doesn't irritate the skin and leaves it extra soft and plump. I used this mask after flights or time in the sun or just whenever I needed extra moisture. It's not a big tube, but the mask lasted really long.

La Chatelaine Lychee Cranberry Hand Cream (link): I've gone through a couple of these hand cream in different scents. They are very hydrating and long lasting. The tube is travel and handbag friendly. The scents are strong and this one was becoming too strong for summer months, so I'm happy I used it up, but I would get this hand cream again in the future.

Sol De Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream (link): I used this cream when it first came out and I liked it, but didn't repurchase until recently. It is a rich cream, but it is not too heavy on my skin even in summer. It is rich, but applies smoothly and absorbs quickly. It has tiny sparkling particles which make the skin look great in the sun. I mostly use it on the days when I'm not in the sun or in the evening as during the day I often use a different body cream with SPF in it (too lazy to apply SPF on top of Sol De Janeiro). 

Voula The Serum Foundation* (link): I have a full review with swatches HERE. I used this one up and I really liked it. My skin felt like there's nothing on it while wearing this foundation. Nose and chin are my trouble areas with most foundations, so when using this one I would use another foundation on those spots or I would mix Voula with another foundation to get the best possible result. I really liked how nice my skin looked with this serum foundation and I would definitely use it again.

Benefit BadGal Bang Mascara (link): I didn't think I will like this mascara as much as I did. It gave me volume, separation, it arranged lashes very nicely and didn't clump them together. It lasted all day without a problem and wasn't hard to remove at night. I have one more sample size of it and I will use it and love it again.

Lipsticks: I'm getting rid of a few lipsticks that don't work for me anymore. I want to make my lip product collection smaller, so I promised myself not to get any new lipsticks/lip glosses unless I use up at least 2 old ones (one new one for two old ones). I guess that makes it easier to say goodbye to any lipstick that I'm not crazy about and make room for new ones. Finding Ferdinand (link) lipstick is a custom color and I love this unique service that they offer. I really love the shade even though I wish it was more opaque, but my issue with this lipstick is the taste. It tastes/smells like an old/grandma's perfumed lipstick and I just can't stand it. Tom Ford Indian Rose (link) is a very neutral everyday pink shade that looks beautiful on the lips. It's not that old, but I'm unsure about scent/taste, so I'm getting rid of it. Burberry Nude (link) is a great light nude shade, but it also starts to smell/taste old, so not keeping it any longer. I'm not crazy about the metallic tone of Smashbox Legendary (link) lipstick, but I love Dior 999 Matte (link) though both lipsticks are going to the trash. I love wearing red lips, but I don't do often enough, so I don't need that many red lip products. Besides, I prefer the ones that are long lasting and transfer proof, so I never reach for these two.




* marks PR samples received complimentary