This was the first time I've ever designated a whole month to using products I already have and not purchasing anything during the month. I was surprised (but not to surprised) at how much I do really have on hand. I was tempted a few times to break the rules but held strong. Below are the products that I did use up and my review of them.
ELF Makeup Mist and Set $3 - I wish this product came in a bigger bottle. My local Walmart never has it on hand, and I'm always looking for it at Target (also hard to find) I've used this product as a mist pre/post makeup application and as a moistener for my beauty applicator. Love is and it's so affordable - will repurchase when you can find it! B+
Avon Naturals Body spray in Cherry Blossom $6.99. What I primarily used it to freshen was my bedding. Each morning before it was made the bed or when we changed the bedding each week. Cleans fresh and sweet smelling and lasted a long time. Might repurchase. C+
Este Lauder Eyelash Conditioner and Primer $22 - this has become my Holy Grail product. It has not only helped lengthen my eyelashes, but I have noticed my lashes are healthier and thicker. This is the first product like this that I've tried but I am not in the market of finding a new product unless I can find a drugstore dupe. I will repurchase. A+
Milani Face Powder in Medium I don't remember the price since I purchased it so long ago. - that's right, I reached pan on this powder. Probably the first time since I was a teenager I actually used a product so much I hit pan. I love this power and it made my foundation stay fresh almost all day. I have other face powders that I like equally or a bit more, but I am glad that I was able to use up this product. I can see myself repurchasing this product sometime in the future. I have other powders to use up and try. B-
Maybeline New Instant Rewind Eraser and Dark Spot Treatment Corrector ($8.00) Of all the liquid "concealers" I reach for this one the most. I use it after I've applied my foundation and it covers dark circles and any imperfections around my eyes, lips and nose. I highly recommend this product. A+
Bath and Body Works Cinnamon Caramel Swirl candle. ($10 purchased around Christmas) There is just a bit left, but I know after burning it later, it'll be all used up. I lit this candle every day in the month of February. It's fresh, sweet and makes the room smell warm and yummy. Bath and Body Works candles are well above most other brands. Even my husband loved this candle. Will repurchase it if I can find it. A
Cover Girl Outlast 3 in 1 foundation in creamy natural (can't remember the price) It's been a long time since I used up a foundation before it went "bad." This product's claim is to prime, conceal and blendability of a foundation. I don't know that it concealed or primed, but the foundation coverage was good. I really love the pump as I think I was able to get as much product out as possible. Not sure I'd repurchase since I have other foundations that I've liked better in the past, but I'm glad I was able to try this one. B
Avon Refreshing cleansing wipes - $3.99 (price varies from catalog to catalog) - quality cleansing wipes is good, but I found them to be a little too wet. They smelled fresh and did a good job of cleaning off my makeup at the end of the day. Wont' repurchase. D-
Not pictured (I'd used it down so far I couldn't get a clear picture):
Avon Eyebrow pencil in blond ($7.99) I've clearly liked this pencil since there is only about an inch or two left. It's smooth, long lasting and the color is perfect for my brows. It lasts all day until I take it off. I feel my brows look natural. I will definitely repurchase. A
I'd like to do another use it up month in the next few months but target products that I just have way too much of.
Please let me know what you think of my reviews and if you like this type of post.
Have a beautiful day!!
Becky
