LONG TIME NO BLOG. I have been extremely busy with my junior year- 20-40 hour work weeks, homework, being social... it has all been a real drain of my energy. I have been collecting empties for quite a while and decided to get rid of all them today so naturally I'm typing this post. ;) These are not makeup items as I am downsizing my collection and would rather wait to do that post until I have accumulated a decent amount.
Let's begin!!
Brush cleanser:
On Instagram I mention how I use baby shampoo to clean my brushes.
Equate Baby Shampoo: This does the job.
Johnson's Baby Shampoo: I prefer this one. I find that it makes my brushes a little whiter.
A little FYI that in addition to cleansing I do take a cotton pad over my brushes as they dry with rubbing alcohol to sanitize.
Body Wash:
Herbal Essence's Hello Hydration: This smells nice but it isn't really impactful. I didn't smell it after the shower, and I did not feel very clean after using it. I wouldn't repurchase this particular one, but maybe another in a different scent.
Philosophy Peppermint Stick: I really thought this would have a stronger scent because it's from Philosophy!! I was a little disappointed. I do like it but not enough to spend a lot of dough on bath items.
Olay Ultra Moisture with Shea Butter: I really thought this would be more hydrating because of the name!! It didn't really do anything. I wouldn't repurchase.
Skincare:
Juice Beauty Blemish Clearing Cleanser: I like Juice Beauty because their items are very natural and I did enjoy this. I did not notice it clearing my skin however so I wouldn't purchase in full-size. I sampled this from Birchbox.
Neutrogena Deep Clean cleanser: I've used this on and off over a year (different bottles, though) and I can't stay I see any overall skin improvement in terms of blemishes. It does leave the skin feeling cleaned though which is why I go back to it sometimes.
Epielle Collagen with Vitamin E: I enjoyed this. It's a paper mask and it felt very cooling and nice.
Shampoo and Conditioner:
Garnier Damage Eraser shampoo/conditioner: I really enjoy Garnier's line these left my hair nice and soft. I'm not very picky with shampoo but Garnier never totally fails me. My favorite from their line is the Triple Nutrition formula (yellow bottles)!!
Suave Natural Infusion anti-breakage conditioner: I like this it leaves my hair soft but it doesn't wow me. The shampoo in this formula/scent (I haven't finished yet) seems to be drying out my scalp. I wouldn't repurchase these.
Not pictured (because I forgot)
Neil George shampoo/conditioner duo: I sampled this pricey shampoo from Birchbox a few months back and this stuff dried my hair out/didn't bring any moisture to the table!!
Haircare:
Tresemme Platinum Strength heat protectant: I love Tresemme heat protectants!! The Thermal Creations one is nice too. I like them because they don't leave the hair oily before I curl/straighten. Also, the sprayer leaves a nice fine mist.
Makeup remover:
Refreshing Facial Cleansing Towelettes (no brand name.. found at Marshall's): Skip these if you recognize them from this post at your local TJ Maxx and Marshall's- they don't do much.
Equate Daily Facial Cloths: Thanks to emilynoel83 on Youtube I found my HG makeup remover. One dry towelette (lathered once you wet it) takes off my whole face. They're around $8-9 at my Walmart for a pack of 66!
