Empties #23
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Hey everyone!
I've accumulated quite a few empty products in the last 2 months so it's time to go through them today.
Same as usual, I'll give a short review on whether I liked using the product, and I'll mention if it's something I will repurchase or not.


MAKEUP
Nyx Matte Finish Long Lasting Setting Spray
Like it? Well if you're a regular reader, you will know this is the one and only setting spray I ever use, so that's a firm YES.
Repurchase? Every time. I have about 3 backups!
Nyx First Base Primer Spray
Like it? I did enjoy using it over super as it was so quick and easy to use and don't feel like you're adding another layer, but it's not something I was over the moon about.
Repurchase? I might when we're going back into summer, but for now I'll go back to the other 7 primers I have to use up first.
Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Dark Circle Perfector SPF 30
Like it? this tube is actually not empty, I'm getting rid because I just can't get on with it. Is it an eye cream? Not really, because it doesn't feel like it's moisturising. But is it a concealer? Not either, because I don't think it covers enough and it also creases like a b*tch. I really thought this would be awesome as it sounded like a two-in-one step for brightening and moisturising my under eyes, it's just not working out for me.
Repurchase? No.
Nyx HD Studio Photogenic Concealer
Like it? It was an okay concealer, especially for my spots it did a good job. I didn't like it as much underneath my eyes, something about it made my eyes a bit sensitive and stingy. It's a good, affordable concealer but it's not revolutionary. The wand was a bit rough feeling as well, where usually the doe-foot applicator feels a bit softer, this one is actually very stiff and plasticy feeling.
Repurchase? No. For me there are far better concealers on the market.
Benefit Boiing Industrial Strength concealer
Like it? I was pleasantly surprised by this concealer, as it's one no one really talks about. The coverage is great and the staying power too, such a shame about the very few shades in here. I hope they will expand for lighter and darker skin tones, but honestly the one I had (lightest shade) is a perfect match for me personally.
Repurchase? I might at some point, actually, although I think there are a few concealers I still rate higher than this one. We'll see.
BareMinerals Correcting Concealer SPF 20
Like it? This might become my new holy grail concealer! It's not ideal for my spots, as SPF makes me break out, but for underneath the eyes (the only area on my face where I never break out, lol) it's heaven! It doesn't crease and it really does well in the correcting part. I'm a massive fan!
Repurchase? Already did!
The Body Shop Eye Colour Stick - Nevada Gold
Like it? I really enjoyed this particular shade, but it was not something I used everyday. It's very glittery and chunky and I would only really use it for nights out. I did try to pan it in my Project Pan but the tip broke off before I could actually finish it up. It was dried out anyways.
Repurchase? No.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Clear Brow Gel
Like it? Best. Clear. Brow. Gel. In. The. Entire. World.
Repurchase? Always.
Estée Lauder Pure Color Envy Lash Multi Effects (mini)
Like it? I actually ended up really liking this mascara, to my surprise. It didn't do anything spectacular and it has a plastic wand, which I don't typically like. It did a great job at separating my lashes and it was a great everyday mascara.
Repurchase? I might try to get my hands on the waterproof version of this, as I'm converting to waterproof mascaras in general. My eyes are super watery and sensitive and I am always rubbing them, so I need my mascara to be waterproof.

SKINCARE
Pixi Glow Tonic 5% Glycolic Acid
Like it? I finally got to understand the hype after trying it for the first time, and I must say it's a really good one! I wish I could just walk into a store and buy it off the shelf, but there's only one website I know of that ships it to Belgium and it's not one I usually buy anything of, so it's a bit more of a faff to get my hands on it.
Repurchase? I will, definitely, at some point, stock up on this product as it really amazed me!
Clinique Take The Day Off makeup remover (mini)
Like it? This is one of the product from last year's advent calendar I finally got round to using up. It's a great remover for waterproof makeup and I really enjoy using it. Plus, I love travel sizes as they are so easy to throw into my wash bag when I travel.
Repurchase? I do think there are drugstore makeup removers that do the job just as well so I don't usually splurge on a product like this.
Ren Glycolactic Radiance Renewal Mask
Like it? I squeezed out the last bits and I'm still using it, but yeah, it's a really goo mask! I've used it in the past and this came as a deluxe sample with another Ren purchase. I don't apply it every week but from time to time my skin really needs a pick-me-up and that's when I'll use this mask.
Repurchase? Maybe, at some point, when I finish up these last bits.
Avène Eau Thermale (mini)
Like it? My mum uses this everyday as part of her makeup routine, after cleansing, to bring back the moisture into her skin. I usually keep around a mini on my bedside table, especially past summer I needed it to cool myself down in the heatwave! It's a great refresher after applying a face mask as well.
Repurchase? Don't need to, these minis usually come with the full size my mum buys all the time.
Formula 10.0.6 Down To The Pore pore strips
Like it? I was on the lookout for pore strips and these came to my attention. I have never heard of this brand but they looked like they could do the job for little money. And they did.
Repurchase? I might, although I think the Nivea ones are good as well...
The Body Shop Tea Tree Oil
Like it? I am so hooked on tea tree oil in my routine and lately my skin has really needed it.
Repurchase? I need to, urgently, as I don't have a backup laying around!
Clinique All About Eyes eye cream (mini)
Like it? Another one from the advent calendar last year, and I enjoy this eye cream so much! It's very moisturising and I especially love using it at night.
Repurchase? I'm still using up a deluxe sample I got somewhere else but I'm seriously thinking about buying the full size.

HAIR CARE
CoLab dry shampoo - original fragrance
Like it? I adore this scent so much and that's basically the only reason I keep repurchasing it. It works best when applied the evening before going out of the house, or a decent amount of time before you need it, as it needs some time to settle down. But it's good.
Repurchase? Yes.
Batiste dry shampoo - tropical scent (mini)
Like it? For immediate results the Batiste dry shampoos are far better than CoLab, so I better stock up on this one as well. The mini came in handy for travelling and the festival season.
Repurchase? Yes.
Bumble&Bumble prêt-à-powder dry shampoo for normal-to-oily hair
Like it? I expected a bit more from this, as the powder one really amazes me. It's quite expensive for the results you get and was almost disappointed it didn't do the same magic as the powder does. You need a great amount of product to see results and I could only use it 2 or 3 times before I ran out.
Repurchase? No.
Bumble&Bumble prêt-à-powder (orignal) (mini)
Like it? Now this is heaven! It lasts you such a long time and it honestly makes my hair look, feel and smell like I just washed it!
Repurchase? Definitely.
John Frieda Luxurious Volume shampoo (mini)
Like it? It's a good shampoo and I loved carrying it around for travels. Nothing spectacular though.
Repurchase? Not immediately.
Johan Frieda Luxurious Volume conditioner (mini)
Like it? Same as the shampoo, it was alright but not wow-ing. I did prefer the conditioner over the shampoo though.
Repurchase? Maybe.
Ouai Volume Spray
Like it? I'm in LOVE with this product, shame it's quite expensive. It does give my hair volume and it makes it feel so lightweight.
Repurchase? As soon as I place another order on FeelUnique I'll add this to my basket.

BODY CARE
Zoella Bath Latte bath&shower milk
Like it? The smell of this is just heavenly, it makes me smell like a giant piece of marzipan! I'm so glad it is permanent now so I can keep repurchasing it. (Hopefully they won't change their minds again!)
Repurchase? Yes.
Rituals The Ritual Of Happy Buddha 24h anti-perspirant spray
Like it? Deodorant n°01. Love the Rituals deodorants and I love that the have FINALLY added this scent to the collection, but now that I've come to try it, I don't think this scent is ideal for a deodorant. It doesn't smell "fresh" but rather very perfume-y. I know I've been screaming for this for years but maybe it wasn't such a good idea after all... ;-)
Repurchase? No.
Rituals The Ritual Of Sakura 24h anti-perspirant spray
Like it? Deodorant n°02. Same product, different scent. This smells much better for a deodorant and it is just a very floraly, fresh scent. It's also super soft for my arm pits.
Repurchase? Yes.
Rituals The Ritual Of Dao 24h anti-perspirant spray (mini)
Like it? Deodorant n°03. Again, same thing, different scent. This is probably my favourite out of the three and a mini-size always comes in handy to throw in my bag.
Repurchase? Yes.
Repurchase? Yes.
Dove original deodorant
Like it? Deodorant n°04. Bog standard, but great in it's category.
Repurchase? Yes, it's a good one to have around for regular days where I don't need to smell like I've just walked out of a Rituals store.

LIFESTYLE
Atelier Rebul candle - Amber
Like it? I saw these candles were added to their collection and wanted to try one out; They are all very floral in scent and this one I preferred over the others. Still, it's a bit too floral for my likings, I prefer sweet and dark perfumes for my candles. Also, I hated the way it burned at first, the wick wasn't centered and it seemed to burn uneven, but eventually all the wax melted because the glass is quite small and heated up pretty easily.
Repurchase? No. Although they make for great, cheap gifts.
ThisWorks Stress Less roller ball
Like it? Because it's so small in size, again, it's great for taking with me on travels. I do prefer the pillow spray to the roller ball, but I wanted to use this up first before buying the pillow spray.
Repurchase? Maybe not. I'll defo pick up the spray soon!
Lots of love,

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