November Empties
And I thought October one is the longest 😅. This might be the longest list empties I had in a month, so long that I wrote this post in parts through the month - hence 2 pics 😄.
1. TBS Argan oil Soap: I probably got this one for free. After a streak of Shea range from TBS, I started with argon oil. I did not find it as moisturizing as Shea, however, the fragrance is quite great. Also, I don't have a very dry skin, so this range suits me very well. I started using Bottega Veneta body wash now and am quite excited about it.
2. Lush Vanishing cream: My friend got this one from Brussels. I didn't notice much of difference while using it, however, after it got over, I didn't start using Caudalie moisturizer as I wanted to start it along with serum and face wash in the kit. Immediately after stopped using Vanishing cream, dry patches around my nose started re-surfacing😒. Thankfully, they are contained with Caudalie, though not completely gone.
3. Rexona roll-on deo: I am no longer able to find my favorite sure deo, so bought this one instead. It got nice mild scent and is a decent antiperspirant. I have a mini Dove one and should get another deo before it runs out.
4. TBS Strawberry body polish: This is my second tube in this variant. I am not a big fan of fruity fragrances, however, this one have a very mild scent. Its have a gel-like consistency with granules of different sizes. Its not very moisturizing but not drying either. Coffee scrub from the Beauty Co. is a new product I am trying out.
5. Lush Roots hair cream: The only pre-wash hair treatment mask I am and will be using. This minty cream is to stimulate the hair growth. While there is no drastic improvement in my hair, it did seem to work better with fresh water - or maybe its just the water that matters. Anyway, I have one more tub of this which is to be finished in a couple of months and I might not get another one for a while. So I will know the difference, if any, once I stop using it.
6. Omorfee Green apple face wash: I got this sample bottle in a My Envy beauty box. I mostly used it on vacations and, while I didn't use it regularly, it did a good job cleaning my face in warm climates like in Pondicherry and humid places like Goa. I finally opened the Caudalie kit and stated using the foaming face wash 💃.
7. Ikkei papaya powder face scrub: I got this when my Clinique 7 day scrub got over, but didn't use it for a very long time as I was going through some bad breakouts. I bought it even though I can't stand the papaya smell because papaya is known to reduce pimples and still was skeptical about it aggravating them. Finally when zits reduced, I stated using this, with some hesitation. This sachet came for little more than a month and it got more cream than granules. While I am not unhappy with the product, I don't think I can put up with the papaya scent. I bought the Kama Ayurveda Kumkumadi scrub which was in my list for a very long time.
8. Hotel Chocolate body butter: this was a random buy when I went on a day trip to Cambridge and stopped by a mall before leaving. It could have been finished very long time ago, however, I loved the fragrance so much, I used it very sparingly. After being in my bag for more than 2 years, I came to the terms that I can't hang on to it any longer. So with heavy heart, I bid goodbye. On a brighter note, I started using the Nuxe, rive de miel hand cream.
9. Minoxidil solution: I usually don't include medicines in the list, but this one deserves the place. This hair growth solution is to be used daily for 6 months for results to start showing and it should be continued even later. I never even used it for 6 months straight, however, I could see the improvement in 4-5 months after which I stop using it🙄. This time I decided to take good care of my hair and I am using it regularly - I even switched to wooden comb and installed shower filter. I like this particular one as it comes with a spray cap which helps in even application.
10. Lush hair custard:My friend gave this sample along with Lush Mr Dandy Hair Candy. It seemed more oily and I thought it would be hydrating, however, it is also meant for hold. I guess I should get dirty hair cream. I usually carry these samples in my hand bag, but don't use them daily - only when my hair gets messy or if I am going somewhere from office. I have John Frieda serum travel pack and I will soon be getting Bumble & Bumble one in the constellation box🤩.
11. L'oreal Paris Maple Mocha: the unsung hero in my stash - right from the time I got it, I contemplated giving it away or even throwing away. I ordered it online and the bullet was broken as soon as I opened it. But I was able to put it back and it came to usable state. Between Mac and Bobbi Brown, I didn't want to take it with me, especially since I know I will be buying lots of lipsticks, while travelling. However, I am glad it stayed with me till the end. The color suited me quite well and the texture is very smooth and creamy. It gives such a polished look that, when I was my face in the evening and apply just this lipstick, my teammates used to think I refreshed entire makeup😌. I bought spring rosette in same range and totally opposite color - should have bought Mocha or Twig😶.
12. Lush Curly Wurly Shampoo: Instead of my favorite Big, I asked for this one without even trying it out first and not even smaller size 🙄. I was bit worried at first as it seemed to have coconut chunks and had an oily feel too. However, it lathered and cleaned the hair and even my oily scalp quite well. Nevertheless, I am going to stick with Big as it adds volume to the hair. I need to finish up my Khadi shampoo though before Big arrives.
13. L'oreal clay mask: These masks are released just as I was leaving London and though tempted, I already bought so many face masks and neither have any space left in my baggage. They are released in India too but with twice the price. Then during a sale, I bought this pack for 650 (still higher than 5 GBP). It got some minute granules in it - not too harsh, but not too soft either. Also, it leafves a thin white layer which I find slightly difficult to wash off. It wasn't bad, however did not make it to the favorites list🤷🏻♀️.
2. Lush Vanishing cream: My friend got this one from Brussels. I didn't notice much of difference while using it, however, after it got over, I didn't start using Caudalie moisturizer as I wanted to start it along with serum and face wash in the kit. Immediately after stopped using Vanishing cream, dry patches around my nose started re-surfacing😒. Thankfully, they are contained with Caudalie, though not completely gone.
3. Rexona roll-on deo: I am no longer able to find my favorite sure deo, so bought this one instead. It got nice mild scent and is a decent antiperspirant. I have a mini Dove one and should get another deo before it runs out.
4. TBS Strawberry body polish: This is my second tube in this variant. I am not a big fan of fruity fragrances, however, this one have a very mild scent. Its have a gel-like consistency with granules of different sizes. Its not very moisturizing but not drying either. Coffee scrub from the Beauty Co. is a new product I am trying out.
5. Lush Roots hair cream: The only pre-wash hair treatment mask I am and will be using. This minty cream is to stimulate the hair growth. While there is no drastic improvement in my hair, it did seem to work better with fresh water - or maybe its just the water that matters. Anyway, I have one more tub of this which is to be finished in a couple of months and I might not get another one for a while. So I will know the difference, if any, once I stop using it.
6. Omorfee Green apple face wash: I got this sample bottle in a My Envy beauty box. I mostly used it on vacations and, while I didn't use it regularly, it did a good job cleaning my face in warm climates like in Pondicherry and humid places like Goa. I finally opened the Caudalie kit and stated using the foaming face wash 💃.
7. Ikkei papaya powder face scrub: I got this when my Clinique 7 day scrub got over, but didn't use it for a very long time as I was going through some bad breakouts. I bought it even though I can't stand the papaya smell because papaya is known to reduce pimples and still was skeptical about it aggravating them. Finally when zits reduced, I stated using this, with some hesitation. This sachet came for little more than a month and it got more cream than granules. While I am not unhappy with the product, I don't think I can put up with the papaya scent. I bought the Kama Ayurveda Kumkumadi scrub which was in my list for a very long time.
8. Hotel Chocolate body butter: this was a random buy when I went on a day trip to Cambridge and stopped by a mall before leaving. It could have been finished very long time ago, however, I loved the fragrance so much, I used it very sparingly. After being in my bag for more than 2 years, I came to the terms that I can't hang on to it any longer. So with heavy heart, I bid goodbye. On a brighter note, I started using the Nuxe, rive de miel hand cream.
9. Minoxidil solution: I usually don't include medicines in the list, but this one deserves the place. This hair growth solution is to be used daily for 6 months for results to start showing and it should be continued even later. I never even used it for 6 months straight, however, I could see the improvement in 4-5 months after which I stop using it🙄. This time I decided to take good care of my hair and I am using it regularly - I even switched to wooden comb and installed shower filter. I like this particular one as it comes with a spray cap which helps in even application.
10. Lush hair custard:My friend gave this sample along with Lush Mr Dandy Hair Candy. It seemed more oily and I thought it would be hydrating, however, it is also meant for hold. I guess I should get dirty hair cream. I usually carry these samples in my hand bag, but don't use them daily - only when my hair gets messy or if I am going somewhere from office. I have John Frieda serum travel pack and I will soon be getting Bumble & Bumble one in the constellation box🤩.
11. L'oreal Paris Maple Mocha: the unsung hero in my stash - right from the time I got it, I contemplated giving it away or even throwing away. I ordered it online and the bullet was broken as soon as I opened it. But I was able to put it back and it came to usable state. Between Mac and Bobbi Brown, I didn't want to take it with me, especially since I know I will be buying lots of lipsticks, while travelling. However, I am glad it stayed with me till the end. The color suited me quite well and the texture is very smooth and creamy. It gives such a polished look that, when I was my face in the evening and apply just this lipstick, my teammates used to think I refreshed entire makeup😌. I bought spring rosette in same range and totally opposite color - should have bought Mocha or Twig😶.
12. Lush Curly Wurly Shampoo: Instead of my favorite Big, I asked for this one without even trying it out first and not even smaller size 🙄. I was bit worried at first as it seemed to have coconut chunks and had an oily feel too. However, it lathered and cleaned the hair and even my oily scalp quite well. Nevertheless, I am going to stick with Big as it adds volume to the hair. I need to finish up my Khadi shampoo though before Big arrives.
13. L'oreal clay mask: These masks are released just as I was leaving London and though tempted, I already bought so many face masks and neither have any space left in my baggage. They are released in India too but with twice the price. Then during a sale, I bought this pack for 650 (still higher than 5 GBP). It got some minute granules in it - not too harsh, but not too soft either. Also, it leafves a thin white layer which I find slightly difficult to wash off. It wasn't bad, however did not make it to the favorites list🤷🏻♀️.
3 Lush empties this month 😬
ReplyDeleteWish there is Lush store nearby 😊
DeleteHow's s the coffee scrub let me know❤️Much Love
ReplyDeleteIt’s nice, just like actual coffee
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