Monday 29 October 2012

Empty Products- the October Edition.

It's that time of the month again, empties time!! I've racked up a total of 13 empty products this month, which is pretty good going for me. They're a mixture of skincare, haircare, nails, makeup and fragrance! Read on to see what I think of each. :-)



Bioderma Crealine h2O Solution Micellaire- I really enjoy using miscellar waters, I think they're great because they remove face/base makeup effectively and are gentle enough for all skin types. Bioderma was the first I purchased and probably remains my favourite of them all. It's unscented and I notice an improvement in my skin when I remove my makeup with it before cleansing my face, rather than just using a cleanser on it's own to remove my makeup as well as clean my skin. Bioderma isn't readily available in the UK (though I heard miniatures are on sale in Harrods now) so I use an eBay seller, I think this 500ml bottle cost me between £12-£15. There is something so simple yet tactile about the bottle too, I just love it.
Will I buy this again?
I've got an Etat Pur one to use now but I'm certain I'll buy this again in the future.

YSL Top Secrets Pro Removers Eye Makeup Remover- This 30ml bottle came free with a selection of YSL products in a makeup bag that I was given last Christmas after spending so much on the counter! I absolutely loved this, it removed eye makeup instantly and gently, without irritating my sensitive eyes.
Will I buy this again?
I've got a full sized eye makeup remover still unopened, but I would buy this full sized.

Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish- Another month, another empty Cleanse & Polish! This is my go-to fail safe cleanser of the moment, it cleanses really well and gently removes any excess makeup. I think it's price is so reasonable for the quality, it contains gorgeous natural ingredients such as chamomile, cocoa butter and eucalyptus oil.
Will I buy this again?
Already have.

Vichy Aqualia Thermal Light moisturiser- This claims to offer 48 hour hydration and is targeted towards those with sensitive skin. The consistency of this is quite fluid and it takes quite a long time to absorb. For once, a Vichy product left me quite opinionless.
Will I buy this again?
No.

L'Occitane Ultra Rich Body Cream- This was a sample given to me after my boyfriend spent £22 on a body wash for my birthday. I absolutely adored this, while I only used it once I noticed how quickly it absorbed for such a rich cream that contains 25% Shea Butter. It softened my legs and elbows, and the nourished effects could still be felt in these areas days later, after further showering.
Will I buy this?
I would love to have this full size, it'd be a perfect winter moisturiser.

Kiehls 'Creme De Corps' All Over Body moisturiser- This was a favourite of mine and was featured in my May favourites. Luxurious, soft, and doesn't take too long to absorb, it's ideal if you're looking for an unscented intensive body moisturiser. This is technically Ben's, so he used it up and I thought I'd include it in the post, I only used it sporadically but I always enjoyed it when I did.
Will I buy this again?
I'm sure Ben will ;-)

Lee Stafford Hot Shots 4 Blondes- I used to use these religiously when I had white bleached hair when I was younger. This time around, they don't seem to have done much though girls at work keep commenting that I seem to be blonder and blonder each week so perhaps it has been working more than I know noticed. It's a purple treatment that you lather into shampooed hair, before conditioning. You're meant to leave it on for 2 minutes but I always try and do 5, it eliminates brassy, yellow tones to colour treated hair to create a more pure blonde.
Will I buy this again?
This was a repurchase but this time I'm undecided. I think I will try another purple treatment first.

Batiste Dry Shampoo in 'Cherry'- This will probably appear every month. You can read what I think here.
Will I buy this again?
Already have.

17 Miracle Matte pressed powder in 'Ivory Porcelain'- While this was nice n' pale, it was too powdery and heavy on the skin no matter how little I used. The entire product lasted me about two months, but it did shatter when it was near empty and I lost a lot of product when I subsequently opened it!
Will I buy this again?
No.

Nails Inc 'Harley Street' ridge filler- Though this isn't technically empty, it has died a death. The brush no longer reaches the product unless tipped and the product is a gloopy mess. This has served me well as a base coat and I've used it so much over the last year. It smoothes the base of the nail well and doesn't take very long to dry.
Will I buy this again?
I've got another basecoat to use up at the moment, but it doesn't even compare to this one. I will buy this again when I've got a spare tenner.

Hugo Boss 'Orange' EDT-  I've had this for a loong time and for a while it was my favourite but then I felt that it didn't last very long on my skin and stopped wearing it as often. I think my tastes have changed (working next to the perfume department hasn't helped!) so I won't buy this again even though it is a gorgeous scent. I remember an old friend of mine telling me 'if I was a girl, I'd want to smell like that' when I hugged him, and I was wearing this at the time. That sounds quite funny written down, but it was a nice compliment all the same.
Will I buy this again?
No.

Dolce and Gabbana 'Pour Femme' EDP- This was a 2ml sample size of the new fragrance. I've never really liked D&G perfumes and this one was no exception; it's overly sweet, heavy and unoriginal.
Will I buy this?
No.

Marc Jacobs 'Daisy' EDT- Another sample. This is a pretty, feminine and playful scent that I imagine would appeal to a large age range. It's fresh and floral, a lovely day scent or for the summer.
Will I buy this?
No- I don't love the scent enough, and I don't like the bottle!

Do you use any of these products, if so what do you think of them? Please link me to your empties posts too, they're my favourite to read!


14 comments:

  1. Everyone seems to love Daisy. I think it's just ok, doubt I would ever buy it though. You got through so much this month! :)
    xo

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  2. I recently finished my first bottle of Bioderma und tried not to go out and buy it straight away. Had to get a new bottle within a few weeks tho. I just love it. xx

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  3. I've never tried Bioderma, but I use Micellar water to remove my make up (and I assume that's the same?) and I love it and go through it so quickly too.
    Daniella x

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  4. Gotta love Batiste dry shampoo, that cherry one is one of my faves but I switched to the volumising one the other day when they were buy one get one free in Boots and it's better than backcombing! Although you do end up with sooo much product in your hair!
    Charlotte

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  5. Aw you've finished off quite a few really good products - I'm so curious to try the Bioderma, I'm extreeemely close to treating myself to it.
    I did an empties post myself today, and like you I was impressed to have got through more than just 3 or 4 things like usual. You can have a read if you like :)
    http://cosmeticcrave.blogspot.co.uk/2012/10/monthly-empties-september-october.html
    xx

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  6. I love Daisy myself and also want to buy Dot! Expensive though!

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  7. Wow you got through some great empties :) I really want to try Bioderma, planning on going to Paris shopping the beginning of next year so will be on the look out for it :) I have yet to try the Cherry Batiste normally stick to the blonde one and blush - need to try this though :)

    Charlee
    http://charmedcharlee.blogspot.co.uk
    xxxx

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  8. I've wanted to try Kiehl's Soy Milk & Honey Whipped Body Butter for ages but the £36 price tag put me off! I'm seeing Kiehl's products everywhere now so I may have to add it back on to my wish list x x x

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  9. Lots of emties emily :) aw i just dont understand why i dont love liz earle like everyone else seems to lol

    i love marc jacobs daisy, its more of a summer scent really though i suppose! Cant go wrong with batiste, saved me on many an occation!

    oh and I'll DM you later about the make up course sweety :) xxx

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  10. Bioderma is my favourite product ever!! I love empties posts, it helps you see what people actually go through :)
    LaceyLoves

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  11. Great post! I always, always forget to include Cleanse & Polish in my empties - need to remember for next time! x

    http://wewereraisedbywolves.blogspot.co.uk/

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  12. The Bioderma has been raved about SO much - I can't put off buying it any more! Love this post :)

    www.rosereviews1.blogspot.com xx

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