February Empties | 2018

Hey everyone! Let's take a look at all the items that I have gone through for the month of February!

Face

Cedar Phoenicia Orange Blossom Water (250 ml) - This bottle lasted me quite a long time and I used it at night to tone my face. My personal preference is using rose water at night to tone my face but I do have an entire review on The Benefits & Uses of Orange Blossom Water that you can check out.

Forever Young by Jean Pierre Makeup Removing & Cleansing Wipes (25 count) - This is a classic example of a product that I specifically purchased for the packaging. I bought it right around Halloween and had a hard time reaching for these wipes because they weren’t my favourite. They claim to be fragrance-free, but I thought they had an odd scent to them. The wipes are too soft, aren’t large enough and I would rather use them to remove arm swatches than to use on my face. I was scared that they would break because they’re not very durable and they didn’t do a good enough job at removing the makeup on my face. I purchased these from Winners for $2.99 and I also featured them in my Disappointing Products | Volume 1 post.  

Jeju Volcanic Lava Aloe Nose Strips (7 count) - These are not my favourite nose strips but they are not bad either. I purchased these in bulk from The Face Shop and I do have an entire review that you are read more on. 

Estee Lauder New Dimension Expert Liquid Tape (10 ml) - I purchased this from the Estee Lauder Warehouse Sale and I really disliked this product as I think it is a gimmick. I did not notice a difference in my face and the directions are very precise on how to apply this product. It did not receive good reviews online and it is an overpriced product in my honest opinion that I have no interest in ever using again. The product would leak into the cap constantly and create a mess which I dreaded dealing with. It has since been discontinued. I also featured this in my Disappointing Products | Volume 2 blog post.

Sheet Masks

Tony Moly I’m Real Seaweed Mask (21 g) - This mask was cooling on my face, it fit comfortably on the skin and I loved the scent of it! My skin did appear slightly more radiant after use and my face drank up the essence. I also really like the packaging of Tony Moly sheet masks in general with all the vibrant colours and fun images! I would definitely use this sheet mask again in a heartbeat! 

Tony Moly I’m Real Red Wine Mask (21 g) - This honestly didn’t smell like red wine to me and the essence was clear, not red. Anyway, I did enjoy this mask and loved the packaging which was initially the main reason I selected this mask in the store.

Tony Moly I’m Real Broccoli Mask (21 g) - This mask was dripping in essence from the moment I tore open the packaging and after I removed the mask, there was still so much essence leftover on my face. It didn’t smell like broccoli and this isn’t one of my favourite masks from Tony Moly that I have tried out.

Nature Republic Real Nature Mask Sheet Rose (23 ml) - This is one of my favourite sheet masks of all time and I do include them in gifts throughout the year for people close to me. I love the packaging and it smells like a bed of fresh roses! 

Bath & Body Works

Twisted Peppermint Deep Cleansing Hand Soap (236 ml) - The packaging is honestly so cute and I loved displaying this in my bathroom! This is hands down my favourite holiday packaging from Bath & Body Works and you can’t go wrong with a classic holiday scent from them such as this one! 

Leaves Gentle Foaming Hand Soap (259 ml) - This is a great Fall scent and I have purchased it in many different forms in the past. The packaging is gorgeous and gives off a warm vibe in the bathroom. I definitely will continue to repurchase this in the future. 

Car Fragrance Refill in Flannel (6 ml) - I love this scent around the Fall and Winter time. I went through an entire 3 wick candle of this scent and it is one that I look forward purchasing every year!

Nails

L’Oreal Nail Color in Brit Invasion #116 (11.7 ml) - This is a very unique colour as it is a taupe shade with a purple undertone that has gold shimmer in it. I used this to the very end until it was too clumpy to keep using, and I originally purchased this at a warehouse sale for only a few dollars. 

Equate Nail Polish Remover (354 ml) - This is the extra strength formula that contains vitamin e. This is for natural nails and I just picked mine up from Walmart for a few dollars. This is not my favourite nail polish remover but it works decent if you need it in a pinch or if this is your only option. You can't get this particular nail polish remover anymore.

Promo/Samples - Face

Caudalie Vinosource Moisturizing Sorbet (2 ml) - This had a nice scent to it that wasn’t too overpowering and the consistency felt like a lightweight mousse but it is actually described as a gel-cream. It layered well with my sunscreen and product was a light pink. This can be used on all skin types and it helps with: dryness: dullness, uneven texture, fine lines and wrinkles. It also points out that it helps to ‘intensely moisturize and calm dehydrated, irritated skin.’ I’m surprised that more people aren’t talking about this cream and you can find it on Sephora selling for $48 for the larger size 40ml, but there is also a travel size for $25 for half the amount of product. 

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleansing Cloth (1 count) - I really like these cleansing cloths as they remove  whatever my face wash wasn’t able to take off. These are gentle on the skin as the name suggests, and my skin felt super clean after. I would highly recommend these as they are great for those with sensitive skin!

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser (4 ml) - I have used this product in the past and really like it! It helps to break down my makeup, it is a mild, soap-free formula, it’s dermatologist recommended, it’s for all skin types and you can use it on both your body as well as your face. 

Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Daily Cleanser (14 ml) - I received this at a show and this is marketed as fragrance-free. I didn’t care for this cleanser as it doesn’t foam up rather, it stays as a gel. It claims to be creamy and I highly disagree. If you have sensitive skin, you may enjoy this cleanser but I only used it in the morning and didn’t care for it overall. I honestly think that it dried out my skin because as soon as I stopped using it, my skin wasn't nearly as dry nor as tight. 

Body/Hands

Nivea Anti-Age Q 10 Plus Hand Cream (100 ml) - I received this free from Chick Advisor and really enjoyed using it! My Grandma swears by Nivea products and I’m a big fan of their lip butters. This hand cream is targeted towards though with dry hands and helps to reduce the appearance of wrinkles over time. It smelled great, absorbed quickly into the skin and wasn’t greasy. It didn’t irritate my psoriasis on my hands and I have a whole review on this hand cream that you can check out on my old domain.  

Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion (4 ml) - This formula is: lightweight, for all skin types, dermatologist recommended, made in Canada and it did not irritate my psoriasis on my elbows. 

Cetaphil RestoraDerm Replenishing Moisturizer (10 ml) - This is dermatologist tested and can be used on dry, itchy skin. I have psoriasis and it did not irritate my skin condition. It has also been accepted by the Ezcema Society of Canada. There is filaggrin inside the formula which helps to improve the skin’s ability to retain moisture. Ceramide absorbs quickly to help replenish the skin’s natural oils. You can use this all over your body and everyone in the family can benefit from this product. 

Hair

Live Clean Coconut Milk Moisturizing Shampoo & Conditioner (10 ml each) - I really enjoyed using these samples and they are definitely a generous size! I like to put coconut oil into my hair overnight before each wash and this was perfect to add into the mix! It smelled amazing in the shower and the shampoo lathered well! The conditioner was very hydrating and that’s what the duo claims to do as well as to restore balance to the hair. This formula is: 97% plant derived, SLS free, with certified organic botanicals, petrolatum free, DEA free, silicone free, phosphate free, phthalate free, paraben free, pure vegan, not tested on animals, Canadian, the packaging is recyclable and it contains biodegradable ingredients. I plan to purchase this in the future when I run out of my current shower duo and I found it on well.ca for under $8 for 350 ml of product which is very affordable!

Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair Deep Conditioning Mask (11.8 ml) - This was a generous sized sample that came with my online order from Sephora. There are no: sulfates, silicones or parabens inside the formula. It smells great and I slept with it overnight in my hair. I have only heard great things about this mask and it is a little pricey but there is the mini size that you can purchase to test out before committing to the larger jar.

Teeth

Colgate Slim Soft Advanced Ultra Soft Toothbrush - I got this at a show I was working and this is in the top 3 toothbrushes that I have ever tried! The bristles are very soft, your teeth feel nice and clean and this is a very well made toothbrush. The bristles are longer than what I’m used to but the toothbrush makes it easy to get the molars at the back of your mouth. The only con is that because it is so lightweight in your hand, the toothbrush can end up going another way in your mouth because you may not have such a firm grip on it. That is of course very minor but I do love this toothbrush! I haven’t seen it in stores here yet and can’t wait to stock-up on these because they are that good! 

Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief Lasting Fresh Toothpaste (75 ml) - I really enjoyed using this toothpaste and I tend to get sensitive teeth after I whiten my teeth for a long period of time. I also liked the design on the tube as I was able to stand this up on the counter rather than laying it flat which utilizes more space. There is quite a lot of toothpaste in this tube and I am already on my second tube! 

Food

Skittles Sweet Heat (51 g) - I love spicy food and one of my favourite snacks is Hot Cheetos. I had a feeling that I would really like this and my assumption was correct! It taste like the regular skittles but once you bite into it, it unleashes a bit of heat. This isn’t spicy in my opinion but it packs a little punch. I can’t wait to each these more regular because they are definitely one of my favourite snacks now! I purchased a new bag at RCSS (Real Canadian Superstore) on sale for $2.

 

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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