December Empties #3 !!

 

  
Today I am doing my list of December Empties .. I love empties post .. just looking at all the empty jars, the satisfaction of using all the products n throwing them away, makes me real happy :)...I don't do my empties every month just whenever I have enough products to bin away .. 

SKINCARE

Starting with skincare (from L to R), I had heaps of skincare stuff this time 

• Nivea 2 in 1 Wash & Scrub - Well I don't know how, but I bought this by mistake. This is for combination skin and I have normal to dry skin. So I used this as a foot scrub, just to finish this. Will not repurchase this. 
• Loreal Youth Code Luminosity Serum - Review coming soon. I have used the serum as well as cream of the same type. Its just an okay product for me. Will not be repurchasing this.
• Olay Complete Defence SPF 30+ - This is my go to daily facial lotion with SPF. I have gone through a loads of these, a definite repurchase. Reviewed HERE.
• Nivea Soft - This is a cream which can be used for the face and the body. Come in a tub and this tube. Perfect for carrying in the bag, or keeping one in the car or your office desk. Will continue to repurchase. 
• Loreal Youth Code Luminosity Cream - Review coming soon. I have used the serum as well as cream of the same type. Its just an okay product for me. Will not be repurchasing this.
• Nair Precision Facial Hair Removal Cream - This is the facial cream that I use for my upper lip. This one is a definite repurchase as well. Reviewed HERE 

HAIRCARE

So proceeding with the hair stuff

• Pantene Classic Clean - Just a regular shampoo, work well, cleans well. Might repurchase.
• Neutrogena T/Gel Therapeutic Shampoo - I like this shampoo works well for dandruff. I am suffering from scalp acne since a while and it does seem to help with that.I already have another bottle of this.
• Loreal Excellence Creme Conditioner - This is the conditioner that comes in the Loreal color kit. I quite like it. Not sure if they are sold separately, but I love these conditioners, they make your hair super soft. 

FRAGRANCES

So last but not the least

•  NEXT Just Pink - Mentioned HERE before. I used to really like this fragrance, but don't like this a lot anymore. Wish this would have been a bit more softer. Will not repurchase this.
• Bath & Body Works Body Splash in Enchanted Orchid - This was gifted to me. This is a nice fragrance, but again a bit too strong for me. I can't take strong fragrances, I tend to get breathless ;). Will not repurchase this. 
  
  What have you emptied this month ?

September & October Empties #2 !

I am new to doing empties post, check out the last one I did HERE. I don't post these on a monthly basis as I don't have enough products to put up, so as and when I have enough products, I do one ..

1. Clean n Clear Morning Burst Facial Cleanser
   This is one of my favorite facial cleanser. This is probably the third bottle of it. The cleanser has tiny beads and is gentle enough to be used every day. It helps me wake up :). This is a definite repurchase.
   
2. Australis Lip Butter in 'Coral Reef'
   I have to say, I was sucked in by the packaging. This lovely cute little pot offering to keep your lips hydrated, who wouldn't want to buy it ?. Its a good lip balm, but not sure if I will repurchase this, as at the moment I am enjoying balms/butters in stick form.
   
   
3. Dabur Gulabari Rose water
   This is something that I always use, every night after I remove my makeup. You can use this as a facial mist on hot summer days. You can use it with a cotton pad on your face, or spray it directly on your face, or you can use it in your packs, there are multiple uses.
   
4. Nivea Essentials Lip Balm
   A good moisturizing lip balm. Repurchase ? don't think so, I keep trying new ones/flavors.
   
5. Head n Shoulders Anti Dandruff Shampoo
   This is always a repurchase, I rotate between a normal and an anti dandruff shampoo.
   
6. Nivea Dry Impact For Men
   This is the husband's staple deodorant and this is also always a repurchase.
   
   
7. Yes To Tomatoes Volumizing shampoo
   Good everyday shampoo, though not volumizing at all. I don't think I will be repurchasing this.
   
8. Face of Australia Strengthening Nail polish remover
   I picked this because its a strengthening remover, am not sure if it helps with that, I didn't see any noticeable difference. Am using the Priceline essentials one currently. 

Have you tried any of these products? What do you think? What items do you keep repurchasing?

August Empties #1

Hi gals,

This is my first time doing a Empties post .. I quite like the empties post cos they are short n informative as they usually contain mini reviews/repurchases .. So I decided I will also be doing My empties post as and when I have enough products to bin away..

August Empties

1. Garnier Intensive 7 Days - This is my go to body lotion. It is light, creamy, silky and most of all fast absorbing. I have tried different types but the one that I really like is the 'Honey' one which has a adorable smell. Check the main review HERE.
2. Nivea Visage Daily Essentials Extra Gentle Eye makeup remover - This is actually not my favorite product but still I repurchased it as soon as this bottle was over. I do not find it extra gentle nor does it remove waterproof makeup. So u say why bother ? Well let me explain so I use this as a second step in my makeup removing process :) I use 'Garnier Skin Naturals Clean Sensitive 2 in 1 Gentle Make-Up Remover' as my staple makeup remover and have used multiple bottles of it ..I remove my makeup with that and since it leaves a bit of oily residue on my face I then wipe my face with the Nivea Visage Daily Essentials Extra Gentle Eye makeup remover and it leaves my face feeling totally fresh and that is what I like about this product. It helps my face feeling back to normal again and at the same time its an extra step to take care of any makeup that has been left.
3. Olay Complete Defence Daily UV Moisturizing Lotion - This is my go to facial moisturizer with SPF. Its an awesome product and I love it .. n will keep repurchasing it. Check the main review HERE.
4. Loreal Excellence Serum - This is the serum that came in the Loreal Color kit which I just use before coloring my hair.
5. Beauty Care Co wipes - These are the wipes that I always get from KMart. They are priced $2. These are no doubt very good and cheap wipes. Good for cleansing and makeup removing as well. These wipes also remove waterproof makeup ..I will keep repurchasing these.

What are some of your favorite daily used products that you keep repurchasing ?

July Favorites !!

Hi girls,


Now I know I am a tad bit delayed for this post. But I still wanted to share with you the products I have been enjoying this July. So read on ..

• Australis Intensifeye Wet/Dry Eyeshadow in True Blue : I am loving this eyeshadow at the moment. Its a versatile eyeshadow. You can create both soft everyday looks and dramatic looks (by using the darker shades wet) with it. I have used it to create two smokey looks before. You can check them here and here.
• Australis Paparazzi Perfect High Definition Blush in Flash It : Love the way this blush looks with different colors put together in one. This is a combo of a bright pink, nude pink, beige, champagne and brown. I swirl the brush all over and use it on my cheeks. This can be used as a blush/highlighter and also as a blush/bronzer duo.
• Australis Lip Butter in Coral Reef : Love the packaging (I have to admit the packaging was the I have to have it factor for this one ;)) of this lip butter, its a cute round pot with a mirror inside. It contains cocoa butter, Vitamin E and Aloe Vera and has a lovely subtle smell. Keeps lips smooth, soft and hydrated. 
• Loreal Glam shine in Always Pink : This is my all time fave lip gloss. It is a nude pinky shade, extremely good for throughout the day, on its own or as a top coat and stays pretty well too.
• Loreal Nutrishine in Rose Guava : I have reviewed this here before. Its a everyday color and love the way it feels on the lips, very soft, smooth and shiny like a gloss.
• Nail Polish by Next : I found this similar to one of the shades of the Face of Australia Molten Metallics range which I cannot recollect now.This was a part of one of the Nail polishes gift pack of Next . 
• Nivea Soft creme : I have been loving this cream this winter. Its really soft and light on the skin and keeps the skin well hydrated and soft. It can be used on face, hands and body. The biggest drawback is that it has no SPF. But I have been enjoying this since I am mostly at home these days ..so I soak my skin with this after bath and my skin is loving it ..
• Sportsgirl Brush with Fame eye brush : I bought this for 2 dollars at sale. For this price you definitely cannot go wrong. Otherwise also I found this brush to be very soft and easy for application and enjoyed using it this month. I will definitely check out other brushes by Sportsgirl.

Nivea Clean Deeper : Daily Deep Cleansing Wash Scrub Review

I love Nivea skincare products and have always had a good experience with them and thats how I bought this. I find all Nivea products to be affordable and awesome. I use this twice a week to exfoliate my skin and it leaves my skin soft, smooth and deep clean. 


Pros 

• Lathers up well and is gentle on the skin and doesn't leave the skin feeling dry or tight like some scrubs
• Leaves skin feeling fresh and clean 
• Reasonably priced (Good value for money)
• Like the smell, its pleasant and not overpowering
• Love the packaging and the way the product looks. I like the blue beads of the products but I guess thats just me :)

Cons

• Could not see any noticeable difference to my blackheads or blemishes. (I continue to use my blackhead strips) but found it good as a regular scrub

This retails for about 8.95 AUD (150ml) which I find pretty good.


Hope you guys find the review useful. What is your favorite scrub at the moment ?