Spring Empties & Review - 2026

 Hello, everyone! How was your weekend?

I'm actually so proud to say that I finished a chapstick recently! I have sooo many, and I'm really trying to get through them. Anyway, here's everything I used up lately! (A lot of misses for me this time.)

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream

This was free from Influenster. I liked this because it was thick and it moisturized my skin really well, but for the price I would never repurchase this. 

Well People Mascara

 

I wasn't a big fan of this. It clumped up my lashes pretty bad, so I always had to use a lash separator with it. 

Lancome Cils Booster XL Mascara Primer

 

I think I just don't like mascara primers in general. It feels like an unnecessary extra step and they always make my lashes look thick in a bad, clumpy way. 

Bath & Body Works Aromatherapy Lavender & Vanilla Body Butter

 

This feels so greasy and thick. The smells is also SO strong. I wouldn't repurchase this. 

Bath & Body Works Aromatherapy Lavender & Vanilla Shower Steamers

 

I wouldn't repurchase this either, but not because of the scent. These last for about 20 seconds in the shower. I don't place them directly in the water, and they still vanish so fast. 

PanOxyl Acne Foaming Wash

 

This is my second face wash from this brand, and I didn't like either one of them. The smell is so chemical-y and strong and it didn't feel or look like it helped in any way. 

Bath & Body Works Gingham Gorgeous Body Cream

 

This smells really good! I would absolutely repurchase this scent. 

Flower Knows Makeup Remover Wipe Sample

 

This little towelette is thick and removed almost all of my makeup! It is scented but the smell is nice. 

Pantene Abundant & Strong Scalp & Root Serum

 

I really, really like this product! It has helped with my shedding a lot. It also tingles and has a cooling sensation when you apply it which I like. I've already repurchased this. 

The Creme Shop x Hello Kitty Apple of My Eye Patches

 

These were fine. I like wearing eye patches even though they don't seem to do much for me. 

Chapstick Pumpkin Pie

 

I used this everyday at work for the last few months and I finally got through it! I'm so ready to use something that isn't pumpkin pie scented. 

 

 

That's everything I've been able to use up! Thanks for stopping by, and I hope you have a wonderful week!

 

Beauty Haul

 Hello, everyone! How was your 4th? We have a newborn, so we didn't do much. We just let our 5 year old do some sparklers in the backyard. Which is perfectly fine with me because its been way too hot here to be outside for a long period of time.

So, I picked up quite a few new products over the last couple of months. Let me know if you've tried any of these out and if you liked them!

Bio-Oil Skincare Oil

I tried a skincare oil one time, and I really liked how it made my skin look and feel. Now I'm excited to be trying out different brands. I haven't used this one before, but the reviews are good!

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Toner

I have KP on my arms that I'm desperately trying to get rid of. So I've been using a KP scrub and moisturizing like crazy, but it still isn't enough. I've heard great things about this and I'm hoping it helps.

Bumble & Bumble BB Hairdresser's Invisible Oil

I've used this before and like it for detangling my hair and a heat protectant.

Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille Eau de Parfum Fragrance Travel Spray

 

I received this complimentary from Influenster for review. The smell is nice, if a little heavy on the tobacco note. You only need one spray and the scent lasts all day, which is great considering it costs $70 for only 0.3 oz of perfume! But, it's Tom Ford so of course it's going to be quite spendy.

Perricone MD No Makeup Lip Oil in Pink Grapefruit

I received this from BzzAgent for review. This feels so nice on the lips! It's hydrating and not sticky at all. This shade is basically my natural lip color, so if you want some color to your lips I'd suggest picking a much darker color than you would think you'd need.

Melt Cosmetics Deadly Night Shade Duo Cream Blushlight & Highlight

Not even going to lie, I bought this because it's Nightmare Before Christmas. I'm still on the fence about cream blush because I have trouble not getting too heavy handed with them and looking ridiculous.

Living Proof Mini Perfect Hair Day Healthy Hair Perfector

I haven't tried this yet, but I keep hearing amazing things about this brand. Because of that, I wanted to start trying out some of their products to see if I'd like them.

Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Look birthday set

This is one of this year's birthday gifts from Sephora. I want to try out some more Charlotte Tilbury products, so I figured getting some free samples is the best way to do so.

Lip Smacker x Hello Kitty Lip Balm in Cheerful Cherry

This year is Hello Kitty's 50th anniversary, so there are a ton of different brands currently partnering with HK and I want all of them, haha! A classic Lip Smacker lip balm is always a yes for me.

Pixi x Hello Kitty Lip Tone pH Reactive Tint

This is supposed to react to your lip's pH level and provide a shade of lip color unique to you. I have no idea if it will actually do that or not, but it's HK so I had to have it.

The Creme Shop x Hello Kitty Plush Spa Headband

I mean, come on! This is so dang cute how could I not buy it??

Impressions Vanity x Hello Kitty LED Compact Mirror

Again, I just had to have this. I love that it's iridescent and the light inside is very bright.

 

 

Peace Out Acne Healing Dots

This is one of this year's birthday gifts from Ulta. They had other options and I was going to pick something else, but I waited too long to order from their website and this was all that was left. I have a pack of these from this brand already, and I never noticed a difference in my acne when I used them.

Those are all the new products I've purchased/received! Which product is your favorite? I'm living for all the Hello Kitty collabs!

Thank you for stopping by, and I hope you have a great week!

Another Beauty Haul/Beauty Products I Got For Christmas

 Hello, everyone! How was your Christmas and New Year?

I took a much needed four day weekend over the Christmas weekend. It was so nice to just relax and spend quality time with both sides of our family. We spent Christmas Eve at my SIL's for dinner with my husband's side of the family, and then we had Christmas brunch with my side of the family. We've had this schedule for years and it really works for us. I love getting to spend time with both of our families. Now, onto the products! Here are the items I was given/purchased or received for review:

Clinique Take The Day Off Charcoal Cleansing Balm

I received this from BzzAgent for review. This stuff is amazing. You don't need very much and it takes off EVERYTHING! I don't think the charcoal aspect really does much, but I'll most likely purchase the original version of this.

It Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Full Coverage Cream in Fair Ivory

 

I also received this from BzzAgent for review. I haven't tried this on yet, but I like that this has SPF 50.

 

 Bath & Body Works Japanese Cherry Blossom Ultimate Hydration Body Cream

 

This was a freebie on the B&BW app. I have the body spray, so I figured why not get the lotion as well?

*The rest of the products in this haul are the beauty products that I received for Christmas.*

Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick in American Doll

You all already know I love a blue red lip color. This is absolutely beautiful!

First Aid Beauty FAB Skin at the Disco

Aaaaand you all already know my love for everything FAB. I love all of these products!

Prada Candy Eau De Parfum

 

This is so nostalgic for me! It was all the rage when it first came out, but I wasn't able to purchase a full size of it. It has been on my wishlist for a very long time.

One/Size Fanstasia Bit of Magic Highlighter

This is so freaking adorable! I almost don't ever want to use it in order to not mess up the design in the powder.

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter in 2 Fair

I've heard so many people rave about this product. Here's hoping I love it just as much!

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash

I know people are probably going to wonder who gave me acne face wash (and the next product in this list) for Christmas, but I can assure you that my husband isn't being a jerk. He included these two products in my stocking this year because he knows I've been struggling with acne since I started working at the hospital (which requires a face mask all day) a year and a half ago. It's the worst on the tops of my cheeks. I've tried so many things to get rid of my acne and this is just my husband's way of trying to help me.

 

Neutrogena All-In-One Acne Control

This is the other acne product that was in my stocking.

 

Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream in Soleil Tan Bronze

I've been dying to try this out for such a long time! It's pretty expensive so I haven't been able to justify the purchase, but I received an Ulta gift card for Christmas so I decided I was finally going to splurge and get it!

 

 

 

Kiss Nails Angels Special Design Fake Nails

 

That's everything for now! Thank you for stopping by, and I hope you have a great week!