Happy June, everyone! I hope May was kind to you all. It was a bit of a mixed bag for me, personally (Pro: Birthday, awesome movies. Con: Jury Duty, cold weather). But something I can always count on to put me in a good mood is my empties! I have a few big ticket items this month. Including a whopping four moisturisers! Let’s get to trashing!
REXONA CLINICAL PROTECTION – $14.00
I’ve said it before. And I’ll say it until I draw my last breath. You can pry this from my cold, dead hands. It’s still the only deordorant that I’ll use. And if the aluminium does wind up doing me in, then at least I’ll smell good while I’m dying.
MAYBELLINE FIT ME LOOSE FINISHING POWDER – $22.99
I’ve had this powder in my collection for 5 years and it’s time to finally let it go. I did come super close to finishing it while I had it in my stash. It’s an excellent loose powder. Arguably one of the best in the drugstore. I would definitely repurchase it in the future.
FENTY BEAUTY HELLA THICC VOLUMZING MASCARA – $35.00
This was my December mascara review (you can check it out here). And in that review, I did mention that I wanted to revisit it when it wasn’t so hot and humid. I’ve actually worn it on and off for the past few weeks. And I would like to shift that review to a thumbs up! I do recommend it. It wears so much better when the weather isn’t homicidal.
RARE BEAUTY LIQUID TOUCH CONCEALER BRUSH – $35.00
OK, the only reason why I’m mentioning this is because this is a concealer brush that I have recommended pretty wholeheartedly on here. But I have to get rid of it because the entire brush head keeps slipping out of the metal holder. It’s also shedding more and more every time I wash it. I have’t had this issue with any of my other Rare Beauty brushes. But it’s something I’m keeping an eye out for. Definitely shoot me a DM if you’ve experienced this with the other Rare Beauty brushes.
THE ORDINARY NATURAL MOISTURISING FACTORS + BETA GLUCAN – $21.00*
Gotta say, I liked this a lot more than the OG moisturiser from The Ordinary. The fact that it was a clear, gel texture certainly helped. I would consider grabbing this in the future
LANEIGE WATER BANK BLUE HYALURONIC INTENSIVE MOISTURISER – $34.00
So, this might be one of the most intense, thick moisturisers I’ve ever used! When you scooped it out, it held it shape perfectly. But once you rubbed it into the skin, it almost melted. I really, really liked this one. And I have it sitting in my cart as we speak.
CHARLOTTE TILBURY CHARLOTTE’S MAGIC CREAM – $149.00
Not gonna lie, I felt so fancy using this in my skincare routine. It’s such a lovely consistency. But it was $125 when I originally bought it. And that price has crept up exponentially. I would repurchase the refill though. And I will be keeping the jar because it’s pretty.
CERAVE FACIAL MOISTURISING LOTION – $25.95
Out of the four moisturisers, this is the one I would recommend to everyone I see. Such a gorgeous, soothing formula. Strong repurchase potential here.
HADO LABO MOISTURUSING FACIAL SHEET MASK – $6.95
For $7? You can’t go wrong with these. Super hydrating and soothing for the face.
NAKED SUNDAYS HYDRATING GLOW MIST SPF 50+ – $39.95
*TGA Declaration – Purchased myself* OK, this one is in a bit of a grey area. Because while I did buy this myself, I have worked with and have been sent PR by Naked Sundays in the past. So, all I’ll say is if I repurchase this down the line, you’ll know how I feel about it.
NATIO SUN INVISIBLE FLUID FACIAL SUNSCREEN SPF 50+ – $19.95 for 60ml
*TGA Declaration – Purchased myself* This, on the other hand, I can talk about. It’s fine. Maybe a little greasy looking for me personally. I wouldn’t rush out and get this.
BANILLA CLEAN IT ZERO CLEANSING BALM BRIGHTENING – $38.00
I gave this a shout out recently as a fave. And I stand by that. It’s an excellent cleansing balm that broke down my makeup with ease. I maybe would go for a fragrance free version next time.
HAIRIFICATION PURE GROW SHAMPOO – $25.00
This got a shout out in the same post. However, this I will buy again in a heartbeat! I mostly credit this range for the overall improvement in my hair (this and the K18 working together). Even Caitlin, who has been doing my hair for the last two years, commented on how much my hair had grown between visits. It’s smoother, silkier, and way healthier. The conditioner will be in my June empties. So stay tuned for that.
And that is my empties for May! As always, let me know what you used up in the comments.
Cheers and love
Emily xo