My family doesn't understand why I keep a large brown paper bag at the bottom of my bed to throw used up products in. The answer is simple...so that I can share with you my empties, of course! So here we are, 9 items that I've recently used up and whether they are worth spending your precise time and money on.
Alberto Balsam Coconut and Lychee Hair Conditioner (£1)
I get through a lot of conditioner...like really. A LOT. So because my long hair, especially the ends, desperately needs some serious conditioning on a regular basis, I prefer to buy a cheaper conditioner so that I don't have to worry about how much I use. And this really hits the spot. At literally £1 a bottle, you really can't go wrong. It's super moisturising and has a gorgeous coconut smell.
Boots Botanics All Bright Hydrating Day Cream (£2.49 on offer)
In my last empties post you might have seen that I have already made my way through a pot of the Radiant Youth protecting day cream, and I actually picked this one up at the same time. I was drawn to both creams because of having SPF 15 and their low preservative content, however I was a little put off this one as it contains hibiscus, which naturally contains AHAs, meaning that I would still need to apply a sunscreen anyway. What's the point in having an SPF then?! But actually, having worked my way through the pot, it wasn't too heavy and was super brightening (that's the AHAs I guess) so I did actually go out and repurchase.
The Body Shop Satsuma Body Butter (£14 for 200ml)
We all love a good body butter and The Body Shop never disappoint! This had a beautiful consistency and left my skin feeling super soft. Although these seem to go a long way, I always manage to finish a pot really quickly, which can be an expensive habit at £14 a throw. Oopsie. I would definitely pick up more of these, however probably in the different scent, as although it was a lovely orange smell, I personally am not an orange person. Says the girl with an orange car, but you get where I'm coming from...
CoLAB Dry Shampoo in Paris (£1.99 for 50ml)
I really enjoy CoLAB dry shampoos. I'm not going to lie, I prefer other brands, however if you're looking for something effective but not too expensive then this is a pretty good choice. I didn't leave my hair with that ashy look, that you quite often find with dry shampoos, but it did help to sort out any slightly greasy patches of hair and also helped give a little bit of a volume injection too. Winning. In my opinion, the sweet but floral Paris scent is one of the nicest of the Co LAB range.
Café de Bain Bath Creme in Cherry and Almond (£2.99 at full price)
I was recommended this by my gorgeous friend Leanne, who ranks the smell of cherry bakewells just as highly as I do in the chart of best smells in the world. I had to get one. It was a complete bargain as I picked it up for only £1.99 as they had a promotion on in Superdrug. I think I got about 5 0r 6 bubble baths out of the bottle and it really does smell as beautiful as you want it to.
Lush Rehab Shampoo (£5.50 for 100ml)
I use this as a clarifying shampoo whenever I need a bit of help reducing any product build up. I used to really struggle with greasy roots and this is a really great for sorting it out! You expect it to be really fruity, however this is actually a peppermint oil filled shampoo and has that cool minty tingle on your scalp. One word: Amazing!
Lush Gorgeous Moisturiser (£42.50 for 45g full sized pot)
This is exactly what it says on the tin- gorgeous. I only had a tiny sample pot of this but it lasted me about 2 weeks, and I moisturise at least twice daily, so this really does go a long way. I have never encountered a better face cream and I'm waiting for payday to purchase myself a full sized pot. Really moisturising but not too heavy, I would probably compare this to angels licking your face...I joke of course, but it is beautiful.
Lush Life's A Beach Body Scrub Powder (£12.50 for 400g box)
A Lush newbie here, the vanilla scented sea salt and sand scrub powder, actually comes in a box (so don't expect a black pot) and was one of the Oxford Street exclusives that has been dished out nationwide. It's very very bizarre using a scrub powder rather than a scrub in a cream or a gel but it was super exfoliating and fantastic for preparing skin for fake tan! It's difficult at first to gauge how much to use but after a few go's I had it sussed (mega achievement there Sian).
Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy Eau De Parfum (£49 for 50ml)
For the past 2 or 3 years, this has been my go to daytime perfume. It's sweet but still a light fragrance and always makes me feel ready to take on the day. I'm trying something else since this one has run out, but I shall definitely be picking up another bottle soon.
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