Summer Empties - 2022

 Hello, everyone! How was your weekend?

Here are all the products I used up during the summertime.

Verb Ghost Hair Mask

I really liked this hair mask. I bought this from Sephora on clearance, so I was worried that it was being discontinued. However, it's still up on their website, but it says "limited edition". So I'm back to being worried that I won't always be able to purchase this product.

Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Body Wash

 

This was fine, but it felt like it left a residue on my skin that I wasn't a fan of. If it weren't for that, this would be great.

First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub

I don't think this worked very well. It didn't take away my KP issues at all. It felt like it was doing a good job; it was very abrasive without using much pressure, but my red spots haven't gone away at all. I would not repurchase this product, unfortunately.

ACO Perfecting Serum

I don't feel like this did anything useful to my skin either. I'm not even sure where to purchase this brand from, and for something that doesn't "wow" me, I'm certainly not going to go searching high and low for it.

 

 

Eva NYC Tone It Down Blonde Shampoo & Conditioner

I feel as though these products dulled my blonde rather than brightened it. Because of that, I won't repurchase these.

 

Keys Soulcare Be Luminous Exfoliator

I really liked this exfoliator! I was surprised when I first used it because I wasn't expecting it to be a powder, but it was gentle and my skin felt so soft after using this. Since it was a powder that you mix with water, this lasted SO long. I would 100% repurchase this!

 

Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion

If you've been around a while, you'll know that I use this lotion all the time. I like it, and I'll more than likely repurchase it once my new body creams run out.

 

 

Beauty Counter Overnight Resurfacing Peel

This didn't do anything for my skin. I didn't notice any kind of difference in my skin texture. Unfortunately, I would not repurchase this.

 

Peter Thomas Roth

 

The scent of this wasn't my favorite. I don't feel like this sank into my skin very well either. This is why I like to pick up deluxe samples of products. I don't have to regret buying the full size of this.

 

Degree Advanced 72 Hour Motion Sense Dry Spray in Vanilla & Jasmine

This smells nice, but I have to say that I am not a fan of spray on deodorants. I just prefer to use a stick deodorant.

 

Batiste Dry Shampoo in Floral & Flirty Blush

This smells nice and gets the job done. I really like this brand of dry shampoo because it works great without breaking the bank.

 

 

Soap & Glory Ultra Smoothing Lip Oil

 

This isn't actually empty, but there's a tear at the top and it's leaking like crazy. Unfortunately, I'm going to be tossing this out. I'm bummed about it because I really like this product! It feels hydrating on my lips and makes them so smooth and supple. The plastic is just too thin I think, so it tears easily.

 

 

That's everything I was able to use up this season! Thank you for stopping by, and I hope you have a fantastic week!

Summer Book Haul - 2022

 Hi, everyone! How was your weekend?

If you saw my last post, you'll know that we've been crazy busy around here the past few weeks. As a result, I haven't had much of a chance to shop around for books. However, these are the books I did manage to pick up during the summer.

Canterbury Classics - Hans Christian Anderson's Complete Fairy Tales

You already know I love these leather bound books. I just cannot get enough of them. The covers are incredibly detailed and stunning.

The 123's of Creative Doodling by Lindsay Ostrum & Friends

When I was in high school, I came across this book at a friend's relative's house. I completely forgot about it until recently and decided to search on Amazon for it. When I finally found it, I quickly purchased it. I was obsessed with doodling as a teenager, so this book easily grabbed my attention. It's definitely bringing back fun memories!

The Final Girl Support Group by Grady Hendrix

I've enjoyed all the Grady Hendrix's books I've read so far, and I have read rave reviews about this one in particular, so I caved and bought it. I can't wait to dive into this book!

 

That's all I picked up over the last few months. Thanks for stopping by, and I hope you have a great week!

 

New Beauty Haul

 Hello, everyone! How was your weekend?

We've been crazy busy these past few weeks! Our schedules are about to ease up though, so hooray for that. It's about to start cooling down here in the PNW, and I'm all kinds of excited for it! I'm ready for pumpkin patches, apple cider flavored everything, and of course Halloween! Are you ready for summer to be over with? Anyway, here are the new beauty products I'm trying out!

Dr. Jart+ BB Premium Beauty Balm

This is very dewy. A bit too dewy for me, actually. Even after applying powder, it was still glowy. This lasted all day though and didn't crease or settle into any of my fine lines.

Drunk Elephant Ceramighty AF Eye Balm

 

I like this, but it pumps out way too much product. Even half a pump is too much. It's very thick, but a little goes a long way with this. If DE fixed the pump so you don't waste so much product, it would be great.

Urban Decay All Nighter Long Lasting Setting Spray

I received this complimentary from Influenster and Urban Decay for completing UD's Words Hurt IRL Social Challenge. I've used this many times before, so I already know I like this product. It helps keep your makeup looking fresh all day.

Lancome Idole Nectar

 

This smells even better than the original Idole. I'm so glad they fixed the shape of the bottle too! The original is very thin, so it falls over constantly and I'm always worried it will break. I ended up just leaving it flat down on my counter so I no longer have to worry about it. The base on this perfume is wider, so there's no fear of it tipping over and shattering.

Tony Moly Sheet Masks in I'm Real Red Wine, I'm Real Rice, I'm Real Aloe, and I'm Real Pearl

I love these sheet masks! I try to never run out of sheet masks, but when I do, I stock up on a few of these. They're great and inexpensive!

Kiss Boo-Yah imPress Nails

I love Halloween, and I love press on nails. It's a match made in heaven.

 Urban Decay Beached Bronzer in Sun-Kissed

I've had this on my Ulta wish list for a looooong time, so I finally bit the bullet and ordered it. I haven't tried it out yet, but I'm excited to.

Pureology Color Fanatic Top Coat + Tone Hair Gloss in Gold

I received this complimentary from Influenster for review. Based on the reviews I've read, this enhances your warm toned blonde hair to be more vibrant. I prefer my blonde to be on the cool toned side. In some reviews, the reviewer mentioned that they tried this out on their cool toned hair and this product turned their hair yellow-ish. I'm not willing to risk ruining my hair for a review, so I ended up giving this away.

NARS Rising Star Cheek Palette

I received this from BzzAgent for review. I love the stars on the packaging and printed on the powders. The highlight shade is a tad too dark for me, but it will make a beautiful eyeshadow. The five blush shades are really nice, and as long as I use a light hand on the darker shades, I can wear all of them even though I have a very fair skin tone.

OPI Xpress/on Nails in Bubble Bath

This is another product I received from BzzAgent for review. These are veryyyy long. I like the color of them, but I can't see me wearing these for more than a day or two.

 

Bath & Body Works - Twilight Woods Shower Gel & Body Cream, Wicked Vanilla Woods Body Cream, and Enchanted Candy Potion Body Cream

I have nothing to say other than I liked the scent of all of these. Lol

Olaplex No. 6 Bond Smoother

My hairdresser uses this on my hair and I love how it makes my hair look. I decided to finally pick it up at my last appointment.

Glow Recipe Guava Vitamin C Bright-Eye Gel Cream

This was free with my Sephora order. I haven't tried out a lot of Glow Recipe products, so I figured I'd branch out a bit with this.

Natasha Denona Sunset Palette

I've been wanting this palette for a long time. It's on sale on Sephora's website for 50% off right now. Obviously, I couldn't pass up that deal!

That's everything this time! Thank you for stopping by, and I hope you have a wonderful week!