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Recent Cruelty-Free Beauty Empties, Vol. 13

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I haven’t shared my beauty empties in quite a while, but I’ve still been using cruelty-free products since my switch a couple of years ago. Most items in my most recent round of empties are super affordable yet work just as well as higher-end products. I’d also love to hear what products you’re loving in the comments!

Pacifica Sea Foam Complete Face Wash: I have mentioned many times on this blog how this is my go-to cleanser because it’s gentle, works and isn’t tested on animals. It’s also inexpensive.

Love Beauty and Planet Murumuru Butter and Rose Shampoo and Conditioner and Masque: I’ve been using the rose scented shampoo and conditioner for months and I love them. I also tried the two-minute mask and my hair was noticeably softer and shinier after one use. Note: While Love Beauty and Planet is cruelty-free, it is owned by Unilever, which tests on animals as required by law in China. It’s one of many instances in which a cruelty-free company is owned by a parent company that isn’t.

Wet ‘n Wild PhotoFocus Foundation: I really like how my skin looks in this foundation and the shade Desert Beige matches me perfectly. It’s an affordable drugstore foundation that many people rave about.

Colourpop Brow Boss pencil: This was such an easy pencil to apply, but I honestly can’t remember if I was wowed by it. I remember liking the color black-brown, though. I purchased it after a beauty guru suggested it. It’s affordable if you’re looking for a drugstore option to try.

Wet ‘n Wild Megalast Liquid Catsuit Lipstick in Give Me Mocha. This was my favorite lip shade and I’m sad I don’t own it anymore. I need to buy it again but I’ve been trying to use up more of my other lip colors. I highly recommend this and it’s only about $5!

L.A. Girl OOMPHD! Mascara. I wasn’t wowed by this mascara. It’s decent enought, but I keep trying different mascaras and always come back to the Essence Lash Princess, which is only $5.

OLEHENRIKSEN Glow Cycle Retin-ALT Power Serum: Influenster sent this to me to try. It is a purple serum that contains a natural retinol alternative. It gave me glowy skin, but I looked up the price tag and I doubt I would purchase it again. I appreciated the gift, though!

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Recent Cruelty-Free Beauty Empties, Vol. 12

Recent Cruelty-Free Beauty Empties

It’s been some time since I shared my recent cruelty-free beauty empties! I’ve been compiling most of my empties in order to share my thoughts about the products and whether I would repurchase them. Not all of the products are pictured in this post because I may have been traveling when I used them up, or I might have accidentally recycled them by them.

My most recent empties:

  • Mama Bee Belly Butter: I used this throughout my entire pregnancy, but now that I’m not pregnant I don’t think I’ll repurchase. I have other lotions I can use. If you’re expecting you might want to give this a shot. It doesn’t claim to prevent stretch marks but it does keep skin nice and soft.
  • Bio-Oil: It smells great and during pregnancy I felt like it was working, but now my skin on my stomach is wrinkly and has a bunch of stretch marks. I don’t know if they’ll ever go away, but I hope they will become a little less visible. I have already repurchased this. The package suggests using for at least three months during pregnancy.
  • Kenra Volume Super Hold hairspray: I searched online for a cruelty-free hairspray and this came up as an option (though I am not 100 percent sure if it is). I bought a travel size to use in my hospital bag and to try out before committing. It did the job.
  • Yes To Triple Masking Kit: I enjoyed these clay masks more than the Yes To sheet masks. I would buy these again but wish there was a way to be less wasteful about using these masks. I would love it if they came in little containers similar to Lush masks. You can use the three masks at once or one at a time. The Grapefruit/Vitamin C Glow Boosting is my favorite of the three. It’s super affordable, as are all of Yes To masks.
  • Mario Badescu Facial Spray With Aloe, Chamomile And Lavender: I have used this 4 ounce spray as a sort of setting mist lately. I love the smell but I think the Rose is the best option. It’s not a necessity but it was nice to have.
  • Colourpop Brow pencil: I liked this pencil and that it has a spoolie on the other side. It allows you to make natural looking strokes and the formula is creamy and easy to use. I also use the Colourpop brow pomade.
  • Thayers Natural Remedies Thayers Witch Hazel Alcohol Free Toner Cucumber: I wouldn’t recommend this scent, but I love the gentle toner. Get the lavender or rose scent instead. The bottle lasts for months too!
  • Milk & Honey Vanilla/Coconut deodorant: I used this for months and enjoyed it. It is a different experience putting it on because it’s a cream and not a deodorant stick. I found that it worked well and has a nice scent.
  • Lush Mint Julips lip scrub: I loved the taste, though mine started to dry out after a while.
  • Pacifica Pineapple Wipeout Oil Cleansing Face Wipes: I bought these for travel and my hospital bag and they did the trick. I got tired of the pineapple scent after a while though. They were gentle and overall worked well for me.

What products have you been using up and loving lately? Share them with me in the comments! Have you tried any of these products?

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Pre-Baby Spending Ban

I have been in decluttering, organization and cleaning mode for a couple of weeks now. There’s something about the approaching change of seasons that inspired this, but mostly it’s preparation for the baby’s arrival! As part of my simplifying, I decided after analyzing my February expenses that I also want to implement a mini pre-baby spending ban in March (and possibly April, too!). The main idea is that I don’t want to spend money outside of baby items, groceries and replacing necessities.

Pre-baby spending ban categories:

Gifts: I don’t have any occasions I need to buy gifts for in March, so this should be easy. I do have a wedding gift to purchase in April.

Makeup/hair products/skin care: I already replaced my mascara after I ran out, so I should not need anything else. It’s possible I will run out of foundation in March and I’ll replace that if needed, but I won’t buy more makeup. I’ll admit it’s hard for me to not want to try new cruelty-free products after watching YouTube videos or reading blog posts, though.

Nail polish: I will use the polish shades I have.

Audible books: I have three books to finish, which might be enough reading material until after maternity leave. I put my membership on hold, so I am not buying more monthly credits.

Clothing: I won’t be buying any clothing until after the baby is born. I am instead selling and donating items I don’t wear. (I’m not counting nursing bras/tops because those are considered items for the baby.)

Planner stickers: I stretched out a mini kit for two months and I still have $3 sticker set from Target that I use. I used a birthday gift card to order another mini kit, but other than that I don’t plan to buy any stickers until after our baby is born. If I run out I can always decorate with markers.

Home decor items: We don’t have a need for it, nor do we have space! I just replaced an old rug under my desk chair, but I plan to not buy anything else unless it’s something we need for the baby.

Plants: We typically buy plants/seedlings in the spring or summer, but I’m not sure if we will this year. It’s probably not a great idea to add to our plant collection or start our summer garden before moving, which we want to do this year. (Note: We want a bigger place; we’re not leaving Chicago. Another note: I can’t control the actions of my husband, who loves to buy plants. haha)

Starbucks: I am not completely cutting it out, though I have already cut back. I want to keep it to once a week. (I haven’t been drinking much coffee but I do enjoy a refreshing drink or a breakfast while I’m on the go.)

Dining out/takeout/food delivery: I want to limit this to once per week in March. This will be the hardest category to even cut back on for us and I am the least optimistic about how we’ll do. Just being honest! But we are going to try. I am going to allow myself a couple of friend dates that will involve going out to eat.

Not included in the ban: Blog expenses, transportation, groceries and other essentials.

I’ll be posting an update at the end of March listing any times I break the spending ban. I hope it’s not too long! Have you ever done a spending ban? What are expenses that are worth it to you? Let me know in the comments!

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Cruelty-Free Beauty Haul

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In an effort to feel like myself again after my first trimester, I allowed myself to buy some new makeup last month. Thanks to Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales I was able to pick up some makeup and skin care products at great prices while shopping for other people. I’ve wanted some of these for quite some time, so I was really excited to treat myself! Win, win! Here is my recent cruelty-free beauty haul:

Anastasia Beverly Hills Glow Kit, Sun Dipped: I bought this for $24 (regularly $40) on Black Friday while purchasing some gifts. I’ve had my eye on this for a long time and I decluttered my other highlighters so I feel good about this buy. I don’t currently see this on sale but keep an eye out!

 

Cruelty-free makeup haul, including ABH Glow Kit in SunDipped.

 

Alba Botanica Hawaiian Hand & Body Lotion: I wanted a cocoa butter lotion and I love this! It smells so good and keeps my skin soft and hydrated. This wasn’t really on sale, but it’s already an affordable product.

Cruelty-Free Beauty Haul, including Alba Botanica Hawaiian Hand and Body Lotion.

Tarte Clay Play Face Shaping Palette: This was on sale for $18 and I needed new bronzing powder, so I bought it. It smells nice and I like having basic matte staple eyeshadows in my collection. Note: I’m not sure how long the sale will last, but it’s currently marked down at Macy’s.

e.l.f. Blush Palette: I’ve wanted this for a long time and it’s so affordable, yet I never bought it until I used up my other blushes. I also bought the Flawless Face Brush and a small Crease Brush.

Colourpop Tapered Blending Brush: I love this brush! It works great with my eye shape and helps me apply eyeshadow much better than other affordable brushes I have.

 

Cruelty-Free Makeup Haul, including Tarte and e.l.f.

Mario Badescu Skin Care Hit Refresh Set: I saw this $12 trio while gift shopping and had to have it. I’ve wanted to try more Mario Badescu products for some time, and so far I love each of these.

Cruelty-free Beauty Haul, including Mario Badescu Hit Refresh Set for only $12!

Did you treat yourself to anything recently? Did you score any deals? Let me know what you bought in the comments!

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Cruelty-Free Beauty Wish List | Gift Ideas

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If you’ve been following this blog for the past couple of years, you know that I have slowly transitioned to cruelty-free makeup and skincare. When I think of gifts for makeup-loving friends and family, I tend to stick to cruelty-free as well. Today I’m sharing the products that are on my radar/wish list this year in hopes of inspiring some holiday gift ideas! Some of these are popular items that I STILL haven’t tried.

  • TATCHA 4-Piece Discover Set: I would love to try out this brand. I have heard rave reviews and the packaging speaks to me. I also found a $27 bestsellers mini set with different products, including the dewy skin mist, at J.C. Penney online, but it’s currently sold out.
  • Tarte Shape Tape: Can you believe I still haven’t tried this? I have been trying drugstore concealers and haven’t allowed myself to buy more than one concealing product at a time. I’m hoping I get a gift card to use toward buying this. *hint, hint*
  • Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick: I used to use only high-end foundation, but for the past two years I’ve only used drugstore. Every single person I have seen use this looks flawless, and I really want to try it!
  • Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche Liquified Lip Set: I had my eye on a Bite Beauty set last year but never took the plunge. Perhaps I shall treat myself to this set over the holidays.
  • Anastasia Beverly Hills Blush Trio: A favorite Youtuber I watch loves this set, and every time I see it I think about how pretty it looks. I am almost out of the blushes I am trying to use up, and I would love to replace them with a blush palette. I’d be set for a long time! I think the coral in this ABH set is gorgeous!
  • Tarte Limited Edited Blush Bazaar Amazonian Clay Blush Palette: With this set I would good for a looong time. I would have every blush color I could ever want or need and it might be good for travel. Also, the packaging is so pretty!

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Note: When it comes to cruelty-free brands, it’s best to do your own research regarding animal testing and decide for yourself which brands you want to support. Some cruelty-free brands are owned by larger companies that might not be cruelty-free. 

October Favorites | November Plans

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October was a loooong month for me. It seemed to drag on forever, partly because I was having uncomfortable symptoms for most of the month. Luckily, the end of October brought some relief thanks to my focus on self-care and family. Here are my October favorites,  the items I loved last month because they helped me start feeling like myself again!

My October Favorites:

Bump Box: My friend surprised me with this first trimester box as soon as I told her we were expecting. She was the first friend I told, thus she was one of maybe two people who knew about my symptoms so early on. When I opened the box and saw a new package of Preggie Pops I was thrilled because I had just ran out of mine. Preggie Pops are the real favorite because they have been helpful in relieving my morning sickness (for the most part). The box also contained other goodies, like a water bottle, a bath bomb and an anti-nausea drink mix. I didn’t use the anti-nausea bracelet or the belly stickers, but I appreciated the gesture of sending a box.

Sweater Weather three-wick candle: To be honest I am not obsessed with every Bath and Body Works three-wick candle scent. Sweater Weather (sage, juniper berry, eucalyptus, fresh woods) is one of the few I actually enjoy. I am also currently burning Tis the Season, which smells like rich red apple, sweet cinnamon and cedarwood. (Too soon?)

IZZE Sparkling Juice Clementine drinks: I recently rediscovered this drink and have since craved it constantly, though I’m trying to stick to water as much as possible. It’s refreshing and sweet and so good!

Lush Mint Julips Lip Scrub: I just picked this up but it’s already a favorite. It tastes so good and leaves my lips soft. Plus, it has that gentle tingle I enjoy in my lip balms.

Lush Rosy Cheeks Mask: This, too, is a new addition but I already love it. It smells amazing and left my face feeling ridiculously soft and moisturized. It wasn’t really exfoliating or anything, just a treat to use.  It has a nice cooling and soothing effect since it’s supposed to be kept in the fridge.

What products have you been loving?

What I’m excited about in November:

I’m really hoping this month brings more relief and a lot more fun!

I’m looking forward to:

  • Sharing the gender of our baby!
  • Seeing Johnnyswim perform in Chicago.
  • Visiting my friend Charlsy in Alexandria.
  • Celebrating Thanksgiving in Louisville.
  • Doing some Christmas shopping!

What are you excited about this month? What are your goals?

September Updates and Favorites

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I just can’t seem to catch up with life. Again.
September has been a huge month for us. Graham and I celebrated our third anniversary, we made plans for the winter and next year (and then life forced us to rework those plans), and we cheered on the Chicago Cubs as they made their way into the postseason again. I can’t wait to see what October and the rest of the year have in store for us, and I’m excited to share it all!
A few updates:

  • We received our family photos from Abigail Joyce Photography and I love them! We chose Montrose Harbor in Chicago for our location because we could get different types of shots there, and I was happy with how they turned out. Family sessions are a blur and it seemed like V was moving constantly, but somehow Abigail was able to capture beautiful photos. 
Abigail Joyce Photography

  • Graham and I took advantage of another warm weekend in Chicago to go on a stand-up paddleboarding date. We had purchased rentals from Chicago Paddle Co. in July but never used them. The rentals had since expired, but when we saw the company would be open one more weekend we simply walked up and asked if we could use our passes. It was a much-needed day date. We plan to keep up with our date nights/days as much as possible after going months without ever really making time for dates without Victoria. We’ve been reminded recently that we need time to ourselves as a couple. Need date ideas? Check out my list.
  • I teamed up with four bloggers to give away a $50 Lush gift certificate over on Instagram. I’ve been all about self-care recently, so I wanted to help others focus on the same. All you need to do is follow us and tag two friends in the comments. Head over to my profile to enter. 

Favorites:

While I’m sharing updates, I also wanted to talk about some recent cruelty-free favorites. I don’t have that many new items because I’ve been focusing on using up what I already have before trying more products.

  • Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara: I’ve been using and loving this for almost two months. I was previously using Too Faced Better Than Sex mascara, but I find this to be better and much less expensive! 
  • Ciaté London Fierce Flicks eyeliner. I received this complimentary product from Influenster recently and was pleasantly surprised at how much I liked it. I had been using NYX matte eyeliner, but I find this much easier to use because it’s a felt tip. I feel like I have much more control. (The Fierce Flicks is currently sold out at Sephora but I linked to another Ciaté eyeliner.)
  • Not Your Mother’s Beach Babe Sea Salt Texture Spray: I recently cut my hair, so I wanted to go back to using a texture spray to style my layered, short locks. I loved the way my hair looked when I have used this lately. I feel like my hair held the curls (using flat iron) until the next day, which is rare with my straight hair. It’s an affordable product, too.

What’s going on in your life lately? Share something fun with me in the comments!

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Cruelty-Free Empties, Vol. 10

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While switching to cruelty-free products has been a challenge, it’s been fun to try different products and brands. It’s also been satisfying to try to use up entire products rather than buy too many of the same product at once. I am trying to be minimalist in my makeup and skin care while still experimenting with new products. My latest round of empties features all fairly affordable products, a couple of which were sent to me to try. The rest are favorites I’ve recently discovered. This latest roundup shares my thoughts on the products I’ve used up and whether I would repurchase them.

  • Physicans Formula Butter Bronzer ($14.99): I love the way this smells, but sadly it’s too light for me. I would highly recommend this if it works with your skin tone! It lasted me a year! I would repurchase if Physicians Formula made a slightly darker version. Please leave your favorite bronzer recommendations in the comments below!
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  • Burt’s Bees Beeswax Lip Balm ($3.99): My favorite lip balm ever. I already have backups in my purse.
  • Madam C.J. Walker Brassica Seed Oil (sample size; $26 for full size): I loved the scent of this oil, which I received for free from Influenster for testing purposes months ago. It left my hair silky and smooth. I already have another oil to use up, so I won’t be buying this anytime soon, but if you’re in the market for oil for your hair, this one was great.
  • e.l.f. Mint Maniac Lip Exfoliator ($3.90): I used this every night before bed. I haven’t had dry, cracking lips in a long time, and this could be why. It has a minty flavor and it’s affordable. I would buy the brown sugar one instead because I might like the flavor/scent more. I also heard Lush has a good lip scrub, but I haven’t tried it yet.
  • L.A. Girl Pro Coverage Liquid Foundation ($8.99): I loved how good my skin looked in this, but if you’re oily it could definitely be too much. I would buy this again, especially in the winter when I want a faux luminous look to my skin. (Update: After using the Milani foundation I bought after this I definitely want to go back to this one sooner.)
  • Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara ($12 for mini): I didn’t find this to be as life-changing as people say. I like the bristles, but it wasn’t as volumizing as I thought it would be. I plan to buy the full size if I don’t like the new one I have. (I am now trying the Essence Lash Princess mascara and I like it so far.)
Note: These prices were accurate at the time this post was written, but they may change and they depend on the retailer you buy from!

What products have you used up recently? Would you buy them again?

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Cruelty-Free Beauty Empties, Vol. 9 (Plus Makeup Decluttering)

 

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Cruelty-Free Beauty Empties

 

I recently went through my (small) makeup collection and decluttered some items, which I plan to give to someone who would like them. This reminded me that I also have five empties to share! These makeup and skin-care items are all cruelty-free and fairly affordable, and most of them are winners.

My most recent cruelty-free beauty empties:

Mario Badescu Ceramide Herbal Eye Cream ($18): I liked this a lot. It kept my eye area moisturized and soft. I noticed my concealer looked great over it as well. I haven’t repurchased this yet but I plan to buy it soon. It doesn’t do anything for dark circles or under-eye bags, in case you’re wondering.

Mask of Magnaminty ($15): I have written about this many times before, so I won’t say much about it. In the past my skin was becoming too sensitive to it, but this time I didn’t feel anything out of the ordinary. I plan to trade in my five empties from Lush to get a new mask. I like to switch off between this one and Cup ‘O Coffee.

Pacifica Dreamy Youth Day and Night Face Cream ($15): At first I thought this was making my skin greasy and break out, but I was wrong. I started using it as my daily moisturizer after a mini break and I liked it. I wish the packaging were a bit better, though; it could be more efficient and less wasteful. I already purchased this again. After that I may use the Confidence in a Cream by It Cosmetics, which I also liked.

Milani Supreme Kohl eye liner: I liked the pigmentation and packaging, but this eyeliner smudged on me every single time, and it didn’t take long. I would not buy this again. I plan to try the Lottie London felt tip liner, which I have heard positive reviews about.

Milani Prime Perfection Face Primer ($5.89): I have written about this primer before, which I compared to one by Wet ‘n Wild. I liked the scent and the feel of the primer. I have gotten many compliments on my makeup lately, and I believe it’s the combination of this primer and the LA Girl foundation I’ve been using. I plan to repurchase this primer.

Makeup decluttering:

I am giving these makeup items to a family member I know will like them. Most of these were only used once or twice, and one of them is not open.

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Colourpop Ulta Satin Lip in Panda: I just don’t wear it often at all. There’s nothing wrong with the shade.

Too Faced mini blush in Love Hangover: Again, I don’t use this.

e.l.f. Bronzer and highlight duo: It was sent to me to try and I just don’t wear it that much. When I did wear them, it was on my eyes.

Too Faced Chocolate Soleil bronzer in Medium/Deep: It smells amazing, but I don’t use it.

Tarteist Lip Paint mini in Birthday Suit: This was free. I don’t have an issue with the formula; the color makes me look washed out.

Burt’s Bees Mango lip balm: This isn’t opened. I just prefer the original.

Colourpop Super Shock Shadow in Hammered: I thought this was going to be more green when I ordered it. I don’t have a use for this and only wore it once.

Wet ‘n Wild Come Correct Celebrity Concealer ($3): This was terrible, too tacky and not the right shade. I wouldn’t call this an empty because I couldn’t even use it. Good thing it wasn’t expensive! This one is being discarded.

Cruelty-Free Beauty Empties

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May Favorites & a Miss

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Milani Prime Perfection primer; Thayers Witch Hazel toner; Busy Beauty Showerless Shave Gel

I hope your May was full of fun, food and favorites! I have five recent beauty favorites to share that I’ve been using and loving this month. Bonus: They are all cruelty-free and affordable. Also, I am almost completely cruelty-free with my makeup! I only have one non-cruelty-free mascara, brow product and lipstick to use up before my (small) makeup collection is entirely composed of products not tested on animals. I have been working toward this goal for more than a year now, and I am excited to finally get there.


And now, May’s favorites:

Busy Beauty Showerless Shave Gel ($21.97 for two pack): This shave gel doesn’t require water, so you can shave wherever! This is especially handy when you’re in a hurry, hence the name Busy Beauty. You simply rub in the excess gel as you would a moisturizer. It’s also cruelty-free and vegan. It has eucalyptus, tea tree, clove, ginger and oat essential oils in it, and it’s also paraben- and alcohol-free. (This was sent to me by Busy Beauty to try out.)

Busy Beauty Showerless Shave Gel and Preserve Shave 5 razor.

Thayers Witch Hazel Alcohol Free Toner Rose Petal ($10.95): I’ve tried and loved the Lavender toner, so I wanted to try the rose-scented one. I love it just as much and it’s a regular staple in my skin-care routine. I like that it’s gentle and never harsh. Also, one bottle lasts me several months.

Not Your Mother’s Way to Grow Long & Strong Shampoo (about $5): I was looking for a new shampoo after trying several cruelty-free products that had scents I didn’t enjoy. I knew after the first use that I would like this. Scent is super important to me along with cleaning my hair.

Not Your Mother’s Clean Freak Refreshing Conditioner (about $5): I like the scent of this NYM product as well. It does the job it claims to do. Also, it doesn’t weigh down my long hair.

Milani Prime Perfection Primer ($9.99): This primer is both hydrating and slightly pore minimizing, in my experience. It feels like a moisturizer in that it hydrates as you rub it in. I have compared this to the Wet ‘n Wild Coverall primer in my past; they are extremely similar, except this Milani primer has a better scent.

A miss:

Alba Botanica Hawaiian Detox Cleanser: I wanted to like this. It was an affordable Marshalls find that drew me in with the Hawaiian reference. It does the job of cleansing and it is gentle, but I simply hate the scent. It reminds me of the mildew smell of clothes left in the washer for too long. I’m using it up because I hate wasting products, but I’ll be repurchasing my trusted Pacifica face wash soon.


What products are you using and loving? Share them with me in the comments!

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