No buying unnecessary toiletries in January 2014

maddiemay

sunshineyday wrote: »

Morning lovely ladies
Have 2 more uu's:
Balance me facial wash, I really like this, it leaves my skin feeling lovely and clean and isn't drying

Elemis rose and jasmine bath milk, this was part of a recent tsv. Usually I love elemis bathing products but this was utterly vile, it had a very strong synthetic scent which reminded me of old fashioned pot pourri. I ended up using it to shave my legs but it really was an assault on the senses, wnba (ever!)

I have a head cold and reduced sense of smell, perhaps I should dig out the Elemis and use some of it now:rotfl:

rosemary54

Babafette wrote: »

Yes, you're not alone. I know a lovely lady on my nail forum who adores green polish!

you have a nail forum!!!!

VALM

dolly84 wrote: »

Hi ladies.


We had a day out in York yesterday and despite visiting Boots and Lush and an independent department store I bought nothing, I repeat nothing. Clarins in Boots had a lovely thing going on, you had a consultation then they gave you a sample of all the recommended products in a very pretty stripy paper bag just like an old fashioned sweetie bag. I didn't do it as I have so much stuff, was tempted though and they are decent sized samples at Clarins.

And you didn't visit the lovely Yorkshire Soap Company Shop either? I am presently using one of their soaps (a minty one) and it is gorgeous although the shape of it (cake sliced shape) makes it a little difficult to use.

Another UU and one that's taken me by surprise:-

Elemis Frangipani Monoi Melt Oil. I only say it took me by surprise because until it's warmed up I can't tell how much is in the bottle. Was surprised to see that there was very little although again there was a little bit more than one full body application worth so I've doubled up on my thighs. Thankfully, am not planning on wearing tights today. I still have bottles of this in my stash and I do like using it, it's just the faff of remembering to warm it first.

Have cleaned the bathroom today and have put away all surplus bottles so that there is only one of each item out ie one cleanser, one shower gel. Had a mooch through there first to replace the Elemis oil and came across the mini bottle of Molten Brown Ylang Ylang body lotion given to me by Emma (came in a beauty box). Have got the matching shower gel out as well.

girlybags

I've been reading this thread for the past couple of weeks and would like to join in if that's ok?

I have over 200 items to get through and seem to always be wanting more, I get bored of things after a while so find it really difficult to use stuff up. I have a few different shower gels, shampoos, conditioners etc etc on the go all the time so my bathroom is very cluttered and when my grandma came to my house over Christmas and commented on all the products I have in there, it really made me think! Anyway I'd say I have enough shower and bath stuff, shampoo and conditioner, body butters, hand creams, lip balms, perfumes and make up to last me well into this year if not into next year.

I seem to get obsessed with certain products, for eg Christmas 2012 it was perfume and I amassed enough to last me probably until the Christmas 2016. I will hunt for the perfect product until realising that I have 10 bottles of perfume and umpteen samples which I'll never possibly get through using only one or two squirts per day so I then go on a mad clearing spree and my sister usually reaps the benefit of these! I've got tonnes of makeup but I only ever wear a bit of foundation and mascara unless I'm going out which is rare. I just like 'having' stuff which seems really stupid if it's costing me money and is never going to get used, so in a bid to try and whittle down my stash and cut back on my spending a bit I'll be hanging around this thread, hope that's ok with everyone

KT2802

pirateyqueen wrote: »

I've just finished mine too and I absolutely loved it! I'm using a sample of Benefits They're Real! now, and I prefer the Soap & Glory one as it made my lashes so thick. It's funny how personal mascaras are.

I'm not declaring these as an in because I've not included make up in my list, but I got the Revlon matte balm stain thingys yesterday. I've been wanting these ever since they started popping up in American youtube videos!

Ooh I bought some of these recently as well as had been waiting for them to come out! What colours did you get?

minicooper272

Hi to any newbies! I'm afraid I've not been reading as much of your posts as I would usually, but hoping everyone is ok!

A UU today: House of Holland body wash. A gift from a friend, I didn't really like it as it smelled like the green fairy liquid (a bit much when it's all over). Glad to be through it.

Also going to TA my Maybelline volumising mascara - It's starting to clump up quite a lot. It's always been a little bit clumpy, so I don't think I'll buy it again, but it's gotten a bit much now.

pirateyqueen

KT2802 wrote: »

Ooh I bought some of these recently as well as had been waiting for them to come out! What colours did you get?

I got Elusive, Striking and Unapologetic. My three exceptions to me no buy! I've been waiting for these for so long I had to get them! What do you think of them?

girlybags

moneyless_mac wrote: »

UU


Have painted my nails with Cirque - lonesome George - a green holo polish (if there is anyone in the world other than me who loves green polish!)

Yep, me, I love green nail polish, I have about 5 different shades

FizzWhizz

"Morning" all

Just out the shower and got my slap on.

UU #20: Herbal Essences Beautiful Ends Intensive Mask 200ml; WBA, has silicones but is very slippy and does a good job of moisturising. Used the last bits up to co wash today, couldn't do this often as it'd cause build up but my locks were parched today. Feels good now but it's still wet so we'll see.

UU #21: Elemis Pro Collagen Eye Renewal 15ml; WMBA, I'm out of eye cream now but I am skint so it'll probably be a cheapy I replace this with, when I get around to it.

Clutterfree

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