| Empties of Late #1 |

Hi everyone,

Lately I've discovered that I love love love reading other bloggers 'Empties' posts so I thought why not try my hand at it. Before purchasing new products in my beauty arsenal I usually do a fair bit of research online.

Please tell me that you do the same too!!! (Or I will feel like a creepy internet beauty product stalker)

I've found that reading the opinions of others does give me a good indication of what to expect from a product. But I do suppose this can't be said for all product purchases ;)

I hope my reflections upon these products may enable help you in your next purchasing decision! 

• GARNIER BODY Intensive 7 Days Soothing Lotion 'Anti-dryness Honey' (400ml)

• NATURAL LOOK 'Movie Tone Hues' Interval Colour Refreshment Silver Screen Ice Blonde Conditioner (375ml)

• GIRLZ ONLY HAIRCARE Dry Shampoo 'Dawn 'til Dusk' (150ml)

• GARNIER Deodorant Invisi Mineral 48hr Non-stop (150ml)

• LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics Tea Tree Water Popular Toner (100g)

• BUTTER LONDON Powder Room Acetone Free Lacquer Remover (2fl. oz.)

• RIMMEL LONDON Glam'eyes Day 2 Night Mascara with a 2-IN-1 Magic Cap (9.5ml)

• MAYBELLINE Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circles Treatment Concealer with Goji Berry + Haloxyl (0.2fl. oz.)

• RIMMEL LONDON Lasting Finish Nail Polish 030 Dancin' Queen (8ml) 

GARNIER BODY Intensive 7 Days Soothing Lotion 'Anti-dryness Honey' (400ml)

This product smells heavenly and applies to the skin like a dream. I became addicted to this lotion and was sad when our love affair came to an end. I made the decision to purchase the peach variation of this product recently and although nice, it just doesn't compare.

Price: AUD $7.49 (Priceline) I got mine on sale for $3.49 at Big W

Repurchase? YES! Definitely!!!!!

Rating: ★★★★★ / 5

NATURAL LOOK 'Movie Tone Hues' Interval Colour Refreshment Silver Screen Ice Blonde Conditioner (375ml)

I found this product did exactly what it stated on the packaging, a refreshing change for once. It counteracted & neutralized any unwanted yellow gold/brassy tones in my colour treated blonde hair. The product also made my hair super soft, and with shine and body. Win!

Price: AUD $11.95 (Hairhouse Warehouse)

Repurchase? Yes! An amazing product that keeps the tone of my blonde tresses in check.

Rating: ★★★★★ / 5

GIRLZ ONLY HAIRCARE Dry Shampoo 'Dawn 'til Dusk' (150ml)

For what Dry Shampoo does for your hair, this ticks all the boxes. It comes in numerous scents ranging from fresh and zesty to more floral notes. Recently they have repackaged the product with variations aiming at brunette hair types and people wanting to achieve XXL Volume (that's me!). Great product and with such a low price point I always buy these babies two at a time.

Price: AUD $1.85 (Target)

Repurchase? Yep! In fact I purchased the new repackaged product in XXL Volume last week. Trialing has begun and I think this product may feature in an upcoming favourites post.

Rating: ★★★★ / 5

GARNIER Deodorant Invisi Mineral 48hr Non-stop (150ml)

The packaging claims special anti-perspirant technology that helps reduce white marks on skin & clothing, even black garments. As a girl who probably wears a little too much black I found this product lived up to its statements. It also had a pleasant floral scent which I appreciated. Although, I'm still not sure it would hold up for 48 hours, and I don't want to be the one to test that.

Price: AUD $5.49 (Priceline) In my opinion it's a little bit pricey so I usually wait for a good special

Repurchase? Yes, I would. It did the job & I am always attracted to Garnier packaging. I go weak at the knees for pretty packaging & functionality.

Rating: ★★★ / 5

LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics Tea Tree Water Popular Toner (100g)

My first purchase of a toner from LUSH and I was quite impressed. I chose the Tea Tree Water Toner as I have troublesome combination/oily skin. I found the Tea Tree extremely soothing yet refreshing for my skin. I used it in my nightly cleansing routine but also as a 'pick me up' spritz throughout the day. I'm not sure if it improved the state of my skin, but I thoroughly enjoyed using this product.

Price: AUD $7.95 (LUSH)

Repurchase? Yes, but.....it's a good product but I am tempted to try other LUSH toners available, including the LUSH Eau Roma Water to nourish the skin.

Rating: ★★★ / 5

BUTTER LONDON Powder Room Acetone Free Lacquer Remover (2fl. oz.)

I think maybe I was expecting too much from this nail polish remover because of the brand, Butter London. Don't get me wrong, it did the job and I like that it is Acetone Free, but that's where it ends. 

Price: AUD $14.00 (Online purchase - ozsale.com.au)

Repurchase? No. Liked the product, but as I received it as a part of a gift pack I probably wouldn't go out and repurchase this as a stand alone product.

Rating: ★★ / 5

RIMMEL LONDON Glam'eyes Day 2 Night Mascara with a 2-IN-1 Magic Cap (9.5ml)

I remember that I thought this product was the 'bees knees' when I first made purchase! To be honest, I think I may have been caught up in the gimmicky packaging. Overall, it was a good mascara that did a fair job at lengthening and volumising my lashes.  

Price: AUD $16.95  (Priceline / Target)

Repurchase? No. It seems like every week there is a new MUST HAVE MAGICAL MASCARA and I hope to try them all. Therefore, I would probably explore other mascara's rather than repurchasing.

Rating: ★★★ / 5

MAYBELLINE Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circles Treatment Concealer with Goji Berry + Haloxyl (0.2fl. oz.)

I love this product! The concealer is creamy yet soft under the eye and does not settle into fine lines. Even the much talked about (negative & positive) applicator sponge is actually very effective for 'application on the go'. Although, I am not sure how well this product would work on very dark under eye pigmentation.

Price: AUD $18.95 (Priceline / Target)

Repurchase? Yes! I have repurchased!

Rating: ★★★★ / 5

RIMMEL LONDON Lasting Finish Nail Polish 030 Dancin' Queen (8ml) 

A decent nail polish with ease of application, not much more you can ask for. It lasted a maximum of 3 days before chipping occurred, not bad. 

Price: AUD $5.95 (Priceline)

Repurchase? No. Although I liked the product / colour I like to try different brands to find the perfect red nail. 

Rating: ★★ / 5

What are you empties of late? 

Link me in the comments if you have an empties post you would like to share!

x.k.