May Empties | 2019

Hey everyone! Let's check out all the products that I used up in the month of May!

Face

Laneige Water Bank Essence (60 ml) - I used this after my toner but before my serum. This didn’t do a ton for my skin but it was nice to use at night. It is more of a liquid consistency which I don’t mind and there is a fragrance to it. There is a pump at the top and this product lasted me a decent amount of time but I would not repurchase it. I have the old packaging. 

IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Eye Cream (15 ml) - I purchased this at the TSC Warehouse Sale for $5. Keep in mind that you are only getting 15 ml of product in the jar. It is a great eye cream that is thicker in consistency and layers well under makeup. I have traveled with this multiple times and it does a good job. It retails for $62 for the full size which is up there in price for such a small amount of product.

Update: It now retails for $63 online at Sephora.

Sephora Coconut Water Hydrating Mist (50 ml) - I tried to search it on the Sephora website and it no longer comes up. When I went to my order history, it isn’t allowing me to click the item. This was just okay in my opinion and there is a lot of wasted product at the bottom because when I try to spray it on my face, it comes out as creamy droplets on my face.

Bioré Deep Cleansing Charcoal Pore Strips (14 count) - This claims to be great for oily skin and it is made with natural charcoal which helps to draw out excess oil. This is a value pack that gives you great bang for your buck. 

Sheet Masks

Holika Holika Damask Rose (20 ml) - This claims to be a moisturizing mask but what I do not like is the scent. It doesn’t smell like fresh roses at all and is just odd smelling. It did feel cooling on the face and I left it on my face for 15 - 20 minutes.

Holika Holika Cucumber Sheet Mask (20 ml) - This did not smell at all like cucumbers to me and I found it to be very lightweight. I did find it to be cooling and moisturizing on the skin. It isn’t one of my favourites and I wouldn’t repurchase it as I didn’t see amazing results on my skin. 

Sephora Coconut Face Mask - I honestly forgot that I had this sheet mask and it came in the Midnight Skincare Surprise Cracker. I can’t seem to find this mask as a single, only in a set. This was folded nicely into a perfect square, was easy to unfold, wasn’t dripping in essence and initially smelled like tanning oil/sunscreen in the best way possible. There was a mesh lining that held the mask in place that you are able to discard. It fit comfortably on my face and I left it on for the suggested time which was 15 minutes. I wish this was sold individually because I really enjoyed using this sheet mask and I would buy it if it came in a single. 

Body

Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream (75 ml) - I honestly just purchased the mini to see if it lived up to the hype. It smells great and it absorbs well into the skin leaving it soft. It is infused with guarana extract and I actually would repurchase it again! I just feel like I went through the mini very quickly.

Dove Advanced Care Cool Essentials 48h Antiperspirant (45 g) - I wasn’t able to find the exact same product but I think they may have repackaged it. You get more product (74 g,) and the label is different. This was my favourite deodorant for awhile but I have found one that I like more. This one is still good and would repurchase it if I needed to.

Hair

Selsun Blue Extra Strength 2.5% (200 ml) - My scalp is very dry and I use this when my scalp is giving me trouble. I started applying it for 30 - 60 minutes before washing my hair and my scalp became less flaky! There are different kinds and when my tine versicolor is acting up on my body, I instantly purchase this. 

The Body Shop Grapeseed Glossing Serum (75 ml) - This is an online exclusive and it has lasted me quite some time! I have gone travelling with it as it is not too big. It hydrates my hair and gives it a nice shine. This is a smoothing serum with grapeseed oil that is targeted to those with frizzy and dry hair. I really enjoyed using it and it is a great all-around product! 

Supplements/Vitamins

Jamieson B6 + B12 Folic Acid (110 tablets) - I purchase mine from Walmart for around $11. This help to convert carbs, proteins and fats to energy. I mainly take B12 to make sure that I am high energy each day as I don’t really want to get the B12 shot. This is a good alternative for me. 

Promo/Samples - Face

Amore Pacific Future Response Age Defense Creme (8 ml) - All the links that I seem to come across are broken and it is sold out everywhere. I have a strong feeling that this item has been discontinued. It’s a shame because I really enjoyed using it as it made my skin feel so soft and the cream was a little bit thicker in consistency. I received this as part of a 500 point perk from Sephora.

Hair

Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy Total Care Shampoo (50 ml) - I found this in my bathroom cabinet and can’t remember how or when I received this. This product has since been discontinued and I feel as though it really didn’t do too much for my scalp. It felt clean but any normal shampoo can give you those results. I think they rebranded and the new product didn’t receive the best reviews anyway. 

Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy Total Care Conditioner (50 ml) - This conditioner wasn’t anything special and I found it to be super thick. It wasn’t my favourite and I don’t care to use it again. It has been discontinued along with the shampoo.

Check out my April Empties | 2018!

Until next time,

STAY CLASSY

Berrz

FTC: This blog post is not sponsored and all opinions are my own. All prices are in CAD unless stated otherwise. Items under promo/samples were gifted to me and I did not pay for them. Some links are affiliate. 

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