The Honest Co. Honest Wipes*
Technically these are diaper wipes, but not having anyone in diapers, I used them to remove makeup instead. I can't speak to how well they work for diapering, but they were only so-so on my face.
Repurchase? No.
KYI Unscented Argan Oil Serum with Vitamin C* [Review]
I really like how minimal the ingredients in KYI's products are, and this serum is no exception. Made of just argan oil and vitamin C, it's a great oil for hydrating and brightening the skin. The serum uses tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, an oil soluble form of vitamin C that's much more stable than the more frequently used ascorbic acid, so you don't have to worry about the vitamin C breaking down or degrading the formula. Initially I used this as a face serum, but after setting it aside for a few months, I ended up using the second half of the bottle as a body oil.
Repurchase? Not right away.
Kahina Giving Beauty Facial Cleanser [Review]
I've raved about Kahina's cleanser many times, but it really is one of my all time favorite cleansers. It's gentle, creamy without being overly heavy, and the 200 ml bottle lasts ages! It also removes makeup - even toughies like mascara and eyeliner - and thanks to blue tansy and neroli essential oils, smells pretty darn amazing. I would (and frequently do!) recommend this cleanser for almost anyone.
Repurchase? Yes!
Acure Argan + Argan Stem Cell Shampoo [Review]
Another favorite of mine, this shampoo is one of the best I've found for my curly hair. I've gone through multiple bottles before and just recommitted to a giant 24 oz. bottle of the stuff.
Repurchase? Yes, I already have.
Earthpaste Lemon Twist Toothpaste [Review]
This fall marks two years of using Earthpaste, but this was my first tube of the Lemon Twist flavor. I enjoyed it while I was using it, but since switching back to one of the mint ones, I realize the lemon doesn't leave your mouth as fresh as the other flavors.
Repurchase? Yes, but probably not this flavor.
Scentuals Goat Milk Mint Soap* [Review]
I've really enjoyed using this soap. It lathers well, smells great, and doesn't dry out my hands. It's also lasted me longer than any other bar soap I can recall! Seriously, I've been using this same bar of soap since the summer and I've still got a small sliver hanging on in my soap dish. Yes, I generally only use bar soaps on my hands, but that's still significantly longer than other soaps last me.
Repurchase? Probably not. I prefer to buy palm oil free options.
Frangipani Regenerating Flower Cream* [Review]
A nice cream made from a nourishing base of rosewater, almond oil, rosehip seed oil, and beeswax. I didn't love the floral scent and I found it a little too rich for my face, but I did enjoy using it on my hands and legs, especially before bed.
Repurchase? Probably not.
Pollen & Wax Lapiz Facial Toner [Review]
It's really hard for me to find a toner that blows me away and sadly, this one just didn't do it. I ended up repurposing it as a spray deodorant for days when I'd shaved. My Weleda deodorant, which contains alcohol, can sting quite a bit after shaving, but Lapiz's gentle blend of aloe, calendula, lavender, and chamomile was soothing and did a pretty decent job keeping odors away as well.
Repurchase? No.
Zuzu Luxe Onyx Mascara [Review]
I can't even count how many tubes of this mascara I've gone through over the years. It may not be the most dramatic mascara out there, but it doesn't irritate my eyes and once it's on, it doesn't go anywhere, which makes it the one I always come back to.
Repurchase? Yes, I already have.
Hurraw! Mint Lip Balm [Review]
If you like tingly peppermint lip balms, Hurraw!'s mint balm is for you. It's not my favorite for winter - both because of the cooling peppermint tingle and Hurraw!'s thinner formula - but I can see myself possibly buying it again in the spring/summer.
Repurchase? Maybe.
Epic Blend Hemp Mint Lip Balm [Review]
In case you couldn't tell that I like mint lip balms, I managed to finish two in the same month! Epic Blend's balm packs a seriously minty punch, but, unlike the Hurraw!, it doesn't make your mouth feel cold or tingly. Epic Blend balms give a lot of moisture and also have that perfect balance where they protect your lips, but don't feel waxy or heavy. I'm a big fan!
Repurchase? Yes, definitely.
Kaia Juicy Bamboo Cleansing Cloth
I like how convenient the individually wrapped cloths are for carrying in your purse, but there are other wipes I like more.
Repurchase? Probably not.
Dr. Bronner's Spearmint Peppermint Shikakai Soap (sample)
From other reviews I'd read, I didn't have very high expectations for this soap, but I ended up really liking it. It didn't dry out my skin and the Spearmint Peppermint scent was nice and fresh.
Repurchase? Maybe.
Suki Creamy Foaming Cleanser (samples) [Review]
I have a tendency to hoard samples, so even though I knew I liked this cleanser, I'd been resisting using these samples. I think calling this a foaming cleanser is a bit of an exaggeration, but it does lather slightly. I like it, but I'm not sure I like it enough to commit to a full sized bottle.
Repurchase? Probably not.
Suki Pure Facial Moisture - Balancing (samples) [Review]
Another victim of sample hoarding. I'd previously found the Balancing Oil very helpful for "time of the month" skin, so I'd tucked these away in case of a skin emergency. When I finally pulled them out, my skin was not at its best, but not at its worst either. These samples gave me about a week's worth of oil, but sadly, I just didn't find the results anywhere near as spectacular this time around.
Repurchase? Not sure.
Weleda Calendula Shampoo & Body Wash (samples)
I liked this, but I'd probably be more likely to buy one of Weleda's creamy body washes over this, since I like a few of those scents a lot more than the Calendula.
Repurchase? No.
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I love Hurraw! And I'm interested in trying the KYI Unscented Argan Oil Serum with Vitamin C and the Zuzu Luxe Onyx Mascara.
ReplyDeleteBoth are great products! I think you'd enjoy either/both :)
DeleteThat Kahina cleanser would definitely last me forever. The black bottle is so sleek! I'm getting rather tired of my current face wash - may have to pick this up.
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Audrey
No kidding! Kahina seems a little pricey at first, but when you factor in how long the cleanser lasts, it's really quite reasonable. Definitely recommend checking it out!
DeleteOh my goodness! How did you manage to finish two balms in a month?? I am impressed. And I love mint balms so I'm always applying them. Hurraw!'s is one of my favourites. I think I've said this before but I love your empties posts - always so detailed and interesting. Thanks for sharing - hope your stomach is doing better now xx
ReplyDeleteI know, right?! I use a good bit of lip balm throughout the day, haha:) Of course, both of them have been on the go for months, so it's not like I used the entire tubes in October...
DeleteThanks! I'm feeling so much better, now it's just a matter of catching up on everything I missed while I was off sick!
Haha jeez I was having a mental moment - genuinely thought you had used them up in a month...! I was like...how!?? Glad you're feeling better now, hope you're able to get caught up without too much stress xx
DeleteI would love to try the Kahina cleanser x
ReplyDeleteGood job! I just finished a lip balm that I've had going for like a year and you finished 2?! I'm a sample hoarder, October I decided to use a many up too xo
ReplyDeleteI love empties posts. I find it interesting to see what other's are using. I'm really curious about that toothpaste. I have been using Jason for a bit now.
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