Use it Up ~ Empties August 2018

It's been a while since I've done an "empties" post!  Of course, I've got more empties than the few I am going to show in this post, but I didn't want the info to be overwhelming.  So, I decided to do a bite sized post, lol!

Without further ado and in no particular order, here we go...

•  L'Oréal Paris EverPure Blonde Conditioner Sulfate Free ~ I purchased this when I still had some blond in my hair while growing it out to reveal it's natural, ahem, "highlights".  I loved everything about it, especially that it was Sulfate free.  It seemed to work well on keeping my hair, both the blond and the grays while in transition, from turning brassy.    I may buy this again in the future, but in the meantime, I will be exploring other conditioners that are formulated for blond or gray hair, just to compare.

•  SUZANNE Organics Foaming Exfoliating Cleanser ~ this product was a gift that was included in another purchase I made well before I went on my money diet and renewed decluttering mission.  One of the benefits of this product are that it cleans away dirt and dead skin cells with a cleanser that won't strip your skin of it's natural moisture and protection.  Another thing I appreciated about this cleanser was the fact that I do prefer to use products that are non-toxic, organic and as close to natural as possible, and this fits the bill.  But products like that usually come with a higher price tag than I am going to pay right now.  Perhaps sometime in the future, when there is a bit more wiggle room in our budget, I would absolutely love to purchase this product again, for all of it's natural and skin loving goodness.

•  Avon On Duty Unscented Bonus-Size Roll-On Antiperspirant Deodorant ~  I have purchased this deodorant time and time again over the years.  For me, it has proven to live up to it's name keeping me fresh and odor free for the full day!  I prefer the unscented version so that it doesn't clash with any other fragrance I may choose to wear.  I feel it lives up to the benefits listed on Avon's website which follow:
▪ Unscented deodorant for people with sensitive skin
▪ Be odor free for 48 hours
▪ 24-hour antiperspirant
▪ Non-stinging
▪ Non-sticky
▪ Non-whitening
Because it is so affordable, and often on sale, I will continue to keep using this!

•  Avon Anew Skinvincible Day Lotion ~ another Avon product that I won't do without!  The main three reasons I continue to purchase bottle after bottle is the broad spectrum SPF 50, the fact that it's fragrance free and because it also feels great on my skin and doesn't leave a greasy, sticky, icky feeling (that is very important to me as I live in a hot and humid area and would go without sunscreen before I would wear one that makes me feel hotter and sweatier than the weather already does!). Here's a few more benefits listed on the Avon website & not a one of them bad, in my opinion!:
• Broad spectrum SPF 50 and high antioxidant formula protects skin from sun                 damage
• Smart Repair Technology heals skin from environmental damage
• Won't irritate sensitive skin, moisturizes for 24 hours
• Targets dehydrated skin and wrinkles
• Fragrance-free and oil-free
• Contains retinol
• Hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic
• Allergy-tested and dermatologist-tested
I will continue to buy this product over and over again and I always keep my eyes peeled for the sales.

•  Fekkai Brilliant Glossing Crème ~ another love, love, LOVE product that I have bought more than once!  I honestly can't think of one thing I don't like about this product.  From the light, pleasant fragrance, to the beautiful shine and silky feel it imparts when I run it through my hair, this hair product does just what it claims to do.  Another bonus: a very little bit goes a long way.  It's good for all hair types, it's paraben, sulfate and aluminum free and is humidity resistant!
*I will be trying out a similar product that my daughter told me about that is much less expensive, to see how it compares.  If I can find a comparable styling creme at a fraction of the cost, I will switch, for our budget's sake.

Well, there you have it, just a few of the products I have used up.  I love them all and, in a perfect, money flowing like a river world, would buy each and every one of them over and over again.  The reality is, I have decided that the only two products on the above list that I won't compromise on so far, are the Avon products.  Still, if I heard of similar products that worked as well and cost less, I would be willing to give them a try!

I would love to know some of the products you have loved enough to squeeze the last drop out of.  Please share!

Thanks for stopping by! ~TJ


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