Empties (Products I've Used Up) #1

This post is about a bunch of garbage. Literally. I've been hoarding my empty beauty products for the past couple months so that I could talk about them in a blog post. The concept might sound crazy, but I really enjoy reading these types of posts because the consumer has formed a solid opinion about the products after using them all up.

Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser: This lasted FOREVER. It took me over a year to finish this giant bottle. This is a basic cleanser that is very gentle. I would recommend this to those who have sensitive skin, but I don't think I will be repurchasing because I need a cleanser that can help combat my acne. Overall, the product did it's job.

Fresh Sugar Rose SPF15 Lip Treatment: I really enjoyed using this product. It's an amazing lip balm that moisturizes while giving the lips a slight rosy tint. It smells of lemonade, which might bother some people, but I enjoyed it. This was a sample from Sephora that came in a birthday gift. I will not be repurchasing solely because of the hefty price tag. ($22.50) It was good, but not that good!

Covergirl Lash Blast Volume: This was probably my 4th or 5th tube of this mascara. I will continue to repurchase in the future. It has a huge plastic bristled wand that provides a good amount of volume. Whenever I don't know what mascara to use, I always reach for this one. 

The Body Shop Tea Tree Blemish Fading Night Lotion: This product really stood out to me. I did notice that it faded my acne scars a bit. But it really helped fight any active breakouts that I had. The only negative I have is that you don't get very much product for the price. ($18.50 for 1 oz.) I bought this when some sort of deal was going on, and that's the only time I would repurchase. 

Sephora by OPI Nail Pads: I believe these are discontinued, because they were on clearance when I purchased them. I thought they were soaked in nail polish remover, but they weren't. These were just square pads that you pour the polish remover on. I thought these were alright, but they are no better than just using cotton balls.

C.O. Bigelow Mentha Lip Balm in Vanilla Mint: First off, I LOVE the scent of this. It gives your lips a tingly sensation, which I'm a fan of. I would put this on before bed and I could still feel it on my lips in the morning. I will definitely be repurchasing this in the future and I highly recommend this product. You can purchase C.O. Bigelow products from Bath and Body Works. 

L'Oreal EverCreme Intenses Nourishing Shampoo: This product also smells amazing, it has a sort of vanilla scent. I bought this because it is sulfate free, but I was worried about how well it would lather. It lathered really well and keep my hair moisturized during these past winter months. I will also be repurchasing this shampoo in the future. (Also, the scent does linger in your hair) 

Vera Wang Lovestruck perfume sample: Normally I wouldn't include a perfume sample, but I just wanted to say that I loved this so much that I've already purchased a roller ball of this scent. I recommend you check it out! It's a beautiful, girly scent. 

Are you a fan of "empties" posts, or do you think they are just plain weird?!

Maybelline Eye Studio Quad in Copper Chic

I've recently rediscovered this Maybelline quad that I picked up in Fall 2012. I thought the shades were beautiful for the Fall time but I've also noticed that they are going to be great for transitioning into Spring!

My "go to" look recently has been putting the rose gold, peachy shade all over the lid, with the white in the inner corner and popping a matte brown from my Naked palette in the crease. It's so simple, but slightly colorful with such a unique shade on the lid.

This quad comes with four, very shimmery shades. A basic white, a gorgeous rose gold, a warm brown/gold and a darker brown that also has a warm undertone.

I used the brown shades much more in the fall, but they are also great as eyeliner across the upper lash line. I've been switching between using gel liner and the last shade in this quad for a more natural look.

(natural sunlight)

This shadows are super pigmented. Maybelline has certainly been stepping up their game with their "Eye Studio" range. There can be a little bit of fall out with these, so I recommend putting your foundation on after applying your shadows. This is a great drugstore product that costs under $10!

Have you tried any of the Maybelline Eye Studio products? What are your favorites?