Empties December // P2 Things I Would Not Repurchase

Nivea Irrestibly Smooth Body Lotion 75ml £1.29

I received this miniature in a gift set although can be bought in this size at boots. The scent was lovely but the formula didn’t take my breath away, just left a white layer on the skin and took too long to sink in. Will not repurchase.

Dirty Works Body Lotion 100ml (included in gift set)

Nothing special. I found the formula bad quality and like many cheap body lotions it left a white layer on the skin and didn’t sink in too well. Will not repurchase.

Charlie Enchant Body Spray £1.00

I was impressed by the pretty girly packaging but the scent was a bit too flowery for me and uncontemporary. I like other body sprays in the Charlie range but this wasn’t that memorable. Will not repurchase.

Ted Baker London Body Lotion (discontinued collection)

I was determined to use this up because the scent was lovely and the lotion sunk into the skin very well. However the packaging was impractical and uneasy to use. The range from Ted Baker has been discounted so am unable to repurchase. I like the new ranges in Ted Baker though.

James Brown Colour Enhance Conditioner 75ml (included in gift set)

I used this all up but have only been using a small bit at a time in the ends of my hair. The formula didn't really suit my hair type. I like more light weight conditioners and this wasn’t too bad but as I don’t colour my hair at the mo repurchasing isn’t on my list.

Have you tried any of these products? Do you agree/disagree with my comments? X

Empties December // Things I would repurchase

This blog post has been a long awaited but with my bedroom being redecorated I had a bag of empties on hold for a while. Because of this I’ve got more empties than usual and will be doing it in two parts, things I would repurchase and things I would not repurchase. So enjoy...

Johnson's Dreamy Skin 3in1 Facial Night Wipes (discontinued)
These wipes were a definite holy grail item for me unfortunately they are now discontinued as Johnsons has launched a new range of wipes with slightly different packaging and purposes.

Impulse Temptation Vanilla & Peach Body Spray
Impulse launched some new scents to their range this year and I’ve been really enjoying trying two that I picked up. Temptation is a beautiful fresh, sporty and summery fragrance.

Impulse Into Glamour Sandalwood & Vanilla body Spray
This is quite a nostalgic scent for me because in my teens I loved their original vanilla body spray. When this came out I had to get it, it’s a very similar scent and perfect for Autumn/Winter.

Impulse City Collection Mini Body Spray
This scent is divine and in my opinion a good one for the summer months. It reminds me of my holidays and smells of berries and other fresh fruit and 35ml bottles are great for travelling!

Ted Baker Butterfly Wings Body Spray 150ml (£5.50 Boots)
Lovely product to use, great for an instant lift the scent is quite strong and floral. The 150ml lasted me a good while. I received this is a gift set and is lovely alongside other items such as the body butter.

Original Source Vanilla & Raspberry Shower Gel 250ml (£1.00 Boots)
Fruity and light I devoured this little pick me up. The price is reasonable but didn’t last that long really, the bottle wasn’t that big. Overall I would repurchase as a treat because of the scent and it foamed so well.

Ted Baker Origami Body Spray 50ml (£2.50 Boots)
Described as sandalwood and juicy raspberry I found it to be lovely and stayed on the skin for hours. I don’t think everyone will like it as its quite overpowering but personally I love it!

Soap & Glory Foam Call body Wash 500ml (£5.50 Boots)
I will be doing a full review of this very shortly but it was a dream to use and foamed up so well. The scent is perfect!!

Soap & Glory Whipped Clean Shower Butter (£8.00 Boots)
I was pleasantly surprised how effective this product was. Left my skin so soft! Will be doing a full review shortly.

Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse 004 champagne (£7.69 Boots)

Quite simply one of the best foundations I’ve ever used. So easy to blend using fingers. Natural flawless finish and the shade is perfectly suited to my fair skin.

Out of these products which have you used? Did you like it? Do you like doing empties blog posts also? xx

June/July Empties & Short Reviews

Products I will probably not repurchase...

Gok Wan Hand Lotion 200ml (In Set)

I quite liked the scent of this and the packaging was nice too. The dispenser was difficult to use however. I received this in a set for Christmas but wasn’t wowed by the quality to repurchase.

Percy & reed Moisturising Conditioner 100ml (Free)

I had high hopes for this even though it was free in a magazine. I found it quite moisturising but left my hair a bit limp after use which is why I only used a little at a time. 

Radox Smoothies In Island Indulgence 200ml (£2.95)

I’m such a fan of the blackcurrant and cranberry version called soul soother. This item was passion fruit and papaya. The fragrance was less strong in comparison and could have bought another brand much cheaper and achieved the same results so quite disappointing.

Kylie Minogue Showtime Sparkling Body Lotion 150ml (In Set)

I bought this alongside the perfume and it leaves a lasting impression of the skin. Its a very sweet scent and theres little bits of glitter in the lotion to leave a sparkle too. I get bored of perfumes quite easily and this didn’t impress me enough to try out again.

Valentina by Valentino Perfume Sample (Free)

Described as bergamot, orange blossom touched by wild strawberry. I used the sample up but the scent was a little mature in my opinion.

Lovestruck Floral Rush by Vera Wang Perfume Sample (free)

One of my fav perfumes of all time is Vera Wang princess but this pefume described as a floral bouquet just didn’t live up and it wasn’t as elegant. 

212 VIP by Carolina Herrera Perfume Sample (Free)

I thought this was ok the scent was a bit different but it’s a bit of a grandma scent. I would also say it’s more of a night time perfume as it’s quite strong.

Products I will probably repurchase...

Boots Extracts Mango Body Lotion 200ml (In Set)

I’ve been a fan of this mango range for a good while now but this is the first time I’ve tried the mango body lotion. I received this as part of a set at Christmas. I found the formula to be lovely and light and a nice alternative to the body butter version.

Boots Extracts Mango Body Wash 200ml (£4.25)

I have repurchased this about five times now and just keep going back. It’s a lovely authentic scent and a lovely luxury to use in the bath or shower.

FCUK Polished Body Spray 200ml (Price Unknown)

Another example of an item I’ve bought and bought again. Classic, sexy smell with long lasting staying power. Perfect just to spritz on during the day.

Radox Smoothies Soul Soother with Blackcurrant and Cranberry 50ml (£2.95 for 200ml)

This is one of my all time fav shower gels to use. The scent is divine and so soft on the skin. Many Superdrug stores are discontinuing the travel version disappointingly.

Prada Candy Perfume Sample (Free)

I’ve fallen in love with perfume – it’s beautiful.  I’m so tempted to by the 30ml however anything Prada is expensive. The scent is sweet and modern.

Johnson’s Daily Essentials Refreshing Facial Cleansing Wipes for Normal Skin 25 Wipes (£1.52)

After trying the night time version and loved it this had to be must purchase. The wipes are super soft on the skin and really gentle. The fragrance of the wipes is clean and fresh. Very impressed with this!

Flash Jimmy Choo Perfume Sample (Free)

This is the second sample I LOVED! Described as anticipation. build up. Excitement. is a floral bouquet of white flowers. Quite an unusual aroma perfect for day or night.

Most items can be bought at Superdrug or Boots.

Just in case you wondered the samples I picked up in my local perfume store. The assistant was very kind to give me the samples for my birthday party favour bags for guests. I kept a bag spare for myself :)

Whats your favourite product from the bunch? Have you been tempted try out anything here?

May Empties

^ Will buy again (great products)

Johnsons Dreamy Skin Night Facial Cleansing Wipes – Amazingly soft and comforting to use.

Rimmel hide the blemish Concealer – creamy and easy to apply.

Baylis & Harding Gingerbread Body Wash – Great scent

Lee Stafford my big fat healthy hair shampoo – left my hair feeling volumised

^ Not worth buying again

Glitzy glam shower gel (came in gift set) – nothing special

James Brown photo fabulous moisturising shampoo – left my hair slightly limp

Radox smoothies tropical tranqulity – the fragrance was a bit weak

Charlie Chic perfumed body lotion – The consistency was a bit runny. Not a fan of the scent.

April Empties

Products I will not be repurchasing ^

                             Products I will be repurchasing ^

March Empties

Don't think I'll repurchase ^

I will most likely repurchase ^

February Empties

^ Top Products, probably repurchase 

^ Probably will not repurchase, nothing special.

January Empties

Products I will repurchase  ^

 Products I will not repurchase ^

December Empties

Products I will repurchase  ^

Products I will not repurchase ^

November Empties

Things I might repurchase ^

Things I probably won't repurchase ^

October Empties

All my Empties ^

 Empties I would repurchase ^

Empties I would not repurchase ^

September Empties