Hi, guys! It's the busy time of the year again. We're halfway through December and I realized I haven't posted my November empties yet. Here's the all the stuff I finished last month along with what I think of them!
NOVEMBER EMPTIES
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| November sheet mask trash! |
I got the mask inside PACKAGE's Float Mask Bundle. Both the sheet and essence were wonderful. It is made of tencel so it's soft, thin and super stretchy. The essence is super moisturizing and does not feel sticky. I love this one!
PACKage Melt Me Softly Mask
This is a nose pack with essence made from fruit acids. This one removes blackheads by melting them off so there's no need to rip it off after it dries. I think this mask will work better if used continuously. I need to observe it more.
PACKage Melt Me Softly Mask
This is a nose pack with essence made from fruit acids. This one removes blackheads by melting them off so there's no need to rip it off after it dries. I think this mask will work better if used continuously. I need to observe it more.
PACKage Monthly New Feet Mask
This footmask is a rockstar! It made my feet peel in just two days and the whole peeling process was complete after a total of seven days. That's super fast! Most foot peeling masks I've tried take up to two weeks to complete!
My Beauty Red Ginseng Gold Hydrogel Mask
I got this inside an Althea beauty box. The mask is clear and was divided into two pieces for a better fit. You know how hydrogel masks usually slide off the face after some time? This one pretty much stayed put the whole 30 minutes I had this on my face. Results were pretty standard. My face was smoother and softer after I removed it.
Naruko Raw Job's Tears Mask
This mask claims to be pore-minimizing and skin-brightening. The material is super thin and feels high-quality while the essence was watery and light. After 30 mins, it pretty much delivered it's claims. My pores look smaller and my skin looks brighter. Hydration was just okay but I will be repurchasing this.
Dr. Young Nourishing Rain on Dry Skin Mask (Geumsan Ginseng)
I already reviewed this mask (read my full review here) and I like it! The mask was saturated with white, thick and creamy serum. My face drank all the essence after removing the sheet mask and it left no oily residue behind. Love the results! My skin felt firm and hydrated. I will buy this mask again except I can't find it on Althea (where I bought it) anymore.
Dr. Young Refreshing Spring Showers Mask (Damyang Bamboo)
I also did a full review about this mask (read here) and this one also did not disappoint. My skin felt really plump and supple! Just be aware that this mask takes a seriously long time to get completely absorbed. It took me 15 minutes of massaging this in before I was finally satisfied about its absorption. Read my review to learn more about it!
Vella Cosmetics Rub Lom V8 Hydro Velvet Mask
This one is also a hit for me. The mask is thick with a lotiony type of essence. It's rich so I think people with drier skin will appreciate this. The mask is on the cheaper side too. It's only 80 pesos! Read my full review here.
Mediheal Greenteatree Meshpeel Mask
Using this was a novel experience for me. It's a cotton sheet mask coated with mud and after an hour, it will dry completely for you to peel it off! The results are also great! Made my face bright and matte, soft and really, seriously smooth. Read my full experience here.
That's all my November sheet mask empties. I wasn't able to use a lot but I hope to change that in the next few months.
Anyway, here's my November skincare/bodycare/makeup trash!
Rucy's Vanity Whitening Toner
The toner is a clear, light and watery liquid. I did a few tests and I have confirmed that it is moisturizing and pH-adjusting (see the results on my review!). I haven't seen dramatic whitening results after one bottle but it did help in fading dark spots a little bit.
Missha Juicy Farm Shower Gel
Silka Papaya Deodorant
I love this deo! I got this for free from Sampleroom.ph and thankfully, it works well with my body chemistry. It was able to keep odor at bay plus it smells so nice (like a perfumey papaya). Will repurchase.
Rraw PH Lip & Cheek Stain (Crasatella, Vitrinella & Scallop)
The lipstains are not empty yet but I have to throw these away. I got this last March and after 8 months in my possession, they smell funky already. Not surprised because the stains are organic and lip stains have a short shelf life anyway. See my review and swatches here!
Aaaand that's it for November!
Now, here's my September & October empties! You may have seen it if you follow me on Instagram (follow me @teptns if you haven't yet) but my first and last Empties post here on my blog is last August. 😂 Re-posting them here for record purposes.
* BIOAQUA Ice Fountain Mask - cooling mask, basic hydration. Not bad but WNR
* PAPA RECIPE Bombee Honey Mask - THE BEST MASK OUT OF ALL OF THESE. RP!
* ROREC Nourish Honey Mask - looks like Papa Recipe but the similarities end there. Cheap quality mask and it did nothing. WNR
* WEDO SHOP Honey Moisturizing Mask - uhhh forgot what this did, it's ok but since it's not memorable enough, WNR lol
* AQUTOP Manner Pack TPO Traveling Mask - ok results, can soothe pimples a little. This comes in a set which I like overall (read here for my full review). May RP.
* DAISO 7-day Collagen Mask Pack - too little essence inside for 7 days worth of sheet masks. WNR
* B&SOAP My Secret Glacial Water Mask - moisturizing, good quality for the price. May RP
* Pantene Pro-V Total Damage Care Shampoo, 340ml
-Smells fruity and amazing. I found this moisturizing for my wavy hair but after getting a hair rebond treatment, it weighed my hair down making it look flat & lifeless. WNR for now. Took me only 3 months to empty this gigantic bottle.
* Pantene Pro-V 3-MInute Miracle Total Damage Care Conditioner, 340ml
-Made my hair soft and smooth! I emptied this way before the shampoo so I'm not sure how it will perform on my newly rebonded hair. May RP in a smaller size.
* Stylista Hair Essentials Lavender & Peppermint Hair Spa
-I tried using this as a conditioner after emptying the Pantene tube & I don't really recommend haha. It's rich and heavy - GREAT as a once-a-week nourishing hair treatment but not suitable for daily use. Will RP other variants. Already tried coconut & lavender so far :D
* Tresemme Split Repair Serum, 97ml
-Got this inside a past Saladbox subscription. This is supposed to repair split hairs. I don't have splits so I can't vouch for its effectivity but it still makes for a super lightweight hair serum. WNR
* Nivea Extra White Deo Serum, 40ml
-Aluminum Chlorohydrate is the active ingredient. Its 48-hour antiperspirant claim checks out and made my pits a lil bit lighter. RP!
* Bliss World Triple Oxygen Energizing Serum, 5ml samples
-thin & lightweight, smells like Vit C chewables. It claims to brighten skin and I think it actually did but why oh why does it have GLITTER? Yes, they're tiny but I lowkey look like Edward Cullen's not so sparkly cousin.
* Bliss World Triple Oxygen Glow-sion Moisture Cream, 5ml samples
-smells just like the serum. Moisturizing and made feel so smooth and supple. No greasy look or tacky feel. May RP!
* Rire Pore Tightening Toner, 300 ml
-Low pH. Not bad but WNR. Read my full review to learn more!
* Daiso Makeup Brush Cleanser, 150ml
-This is so cheap yet does the job well! Great for cleaning brushes but honestly, this is not made for makeup sponges. RP!
* VMV HypoAllergenics Hydra Balance Gentle Cream Cleanser
-Got this inside my Saladbox subscription. Love this! It's creamy, it's very gentle and leaves my skin feeling soft. RP!
MARY KAY Botanical Effects Cleansing Gel
5.7 pH. It’s a moisturizing facial wash but I find it a bit hard to rinse off. It feels slimy. Emptied this mainly bc my sister somehow loves it. It’s so-so for me, WNR
SKIN GENIE Dark Therapy Toner & Serum
Loved both & found them effective in lightening dark spots but looks like Skin Genie already phased them out.
LANEIGE White Plus Renew Skin Refiner
Got these when I bought the Original Essence last year. It’s a hydrating toner, suitable for 7-skin plus it brightened my whole face. May RP.
NARUKO AM+PM Super Triple Hydrating Night Gelly
A great help whenever I feel like doing the barest minimum. I just wash, tone & slap this on. After being absorbed, my skin feels like I just used a hydrating sheet mask! Will RP & try other Naruko gellies.
POND’S Age Miracle Day & Night Cream
I have to toss out the Night Cream bc it turned a peachy color. It was light pink before. Anyway, the Day Cream is okay. Don’t see any effects against wrinkles tbh but it’s fine as a day moisturizer.
STYLISTA Coconut Hair Mask sample
A freebie from a BeautyMNL purchase. Love it! It smells like actual coconuts and made my hair super soft and manageable. Rinses off easily too. Already got the full-sized version. I got the Lavender & Peppermint flavor <3
LANEIGE White Plus Renew Skin Emulsion
It’s so rich I keep waking up to tiny little pimples. Yikes. Repurposed as a body lotion. WNR
VMV Armada Sport 70 Full Spectrum Sunscreen
RP. All VMV sunscreens are great! Promise!
BLISS Hand Cream
I’m learning guitar & my fingertips badly need love! This is not sufficient. In a couple of hours, my fingers are dry and cracking again. WNR. Bliss Body Butter is more hydrating than this one plus you can use it all over your body too.
PUREDERM Argan Oil Makeup Remover
A makeup staple. RP.
THAI Tofu Soap
It’s moisturizing but I don’t see any other special benefits.
GOLDEN CUP Balm
Another freebie from BeautyMNL. I’m old now. I got excited when I got this haha. This is great for aching muscles. RP.
COSRX samples
I got 6 each of the BHA & AHA Liquid. My skin loves the BHA (I will purchase the full size) but reacted so bad to the AHA! I patch tested it on my neck & I developed 5 cystic pimples within the area. 😑
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My Beauty Red Ginseng Gold Hydrogel Mask
I got this inside an Althea beauty box. The mask is clear and was divided into two pieces for a better fit. You know how hydrogel masks usually slide off the face after some time? This one pretty much stayed put the whole 30 minutes I had this on my face. Results were pretty standard. My face was smoother and softer after I removed it.
Naruko Raw Job's Tears Mask
This mask claims to be pore-minimizing and skin-brightening. The material is super thin and feels high-quality while the essence was watery and light. After 30 mins, it pretty much delivered it's claims. My pores look smaller and my skin looks brighter. Hydration was just okay but I will be repurchasing this.
Dr. Young Nourishing Rain on Dry Skin Mask (Geumsan Ginseng)
I already reviewed this mask (read my full review here) and I like it! The mask was saturated with white, thick and creamy serum. My face drank all the essence after removing the sheet mask and it left no oily residue behind. Love the results! My skin felt firm and hydrated. I will buy this mask again except I can't find it on Althea (where I bought it) anymore.
Dr. Young Refreshing Spring Showers Mask (Damyang Bamboo)
I also did a full review about this mask (read here) and this one also did not disappoint. My skin felt really plump and supple! Just be aware that this mask takes a seriously long time to get completely absorbed. It took me 15 minutes of massaging this in before I was finally satisfied about its absorption. Read my review to learn more about it!
Vella Cosmetics Rub Lom V8 Hydro Velvet Mask
This one is also a hit for me. The mask is thick with a lotiony type of essence. It's rich so I think people with drier skin will appreciate this. The mask is on the cheaper side too. It's only 80 pesos! Read my full review here.
Mediheal Greenteatree Meshpeel Mask
Using this was a novel experience for me. It's a cotton sheet mask coated with mud and after an hour, it will dry completely for you to peel it off! The results are also great! Made my face bright and matte, soft and really, seriously smooth. Read my full experience here.
That's all my November sheet mask empties. I wasn't able to use a lot but I hope to change that in the next few months.
Anyway, here's my November skincare/bodycare/makeup trash!
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| November product empties! |
The toner is a clear, light and watery liquid. I did a few tests and I have confirmed that it is moisturizing and pH-adjusting (see the results on my review!). I haven't seen dramatic whitening results after one bottle but it did help in fading dark spots a little bit.
Missha Juicy Farm Shower Gel
I got this from Althea. The shower gel is described as gentle and moisturizing. Both claims are true but I found it too mild for my liking. Not a fan so I only use it during mornings when I don't feel grimy.
Nella Black & Black Cleansing Foam
The pore brush is nice, the cleansing foam cleans well, but I won't repurchase because the pH is too high (see results on my review!).
I love this deo! I got this for free from Sampleroom.ph and thankfully, it works well with my body chemistry. It was able to keep odor at bay plus it smells so nice (like a perfumey papaya). Will repurchase.
Rraw PH Lip & Cheek Stain (Crasatella, Vitrinella & Scallop)
The lipstains are not empty yet but I have to throw these away. I got this last March and after 8 months in my possession, they smell funky already. Not surprised because the stains are organic and lip stains have a short shelf life anyway. See my review and swatches here!
Aaaand that's it for November!
Now, here's my September & October empties! You may have seen it if you follow me on Instagram (follow me @teptns if you haven't yet) but my first and last Empties post here on my blog is last August. 😂 Re-posting them here for record purposes.
OCTOBER EMPTIES
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| October Sheet Mask Empties! |
* PAPA RECIPE Bombee Honey Mask - THE BEST MASK OUT OF ALL OF THESE. RP!
* ROREC Nourish Honey Mask - looks like Papa Recipe but the similarities end there. Cheap quality mask and it did nothing. WNR
* WEDO SHOP Honey Moisturizing Mask - uhhh forgot what this did, it's ok but since it's not memorable enough, WNR lol
* AQUTOP Manner Pack TPO Traveling Mask - ok results, can soothe pimples a little. This comes in a set which I like overall (read here for my full review). May RP.
* DAISO 7-day Collagen Mask Pack - too little essence inside for 7 days worth of sheet masks. WNR
* B&SOAP My Secret Glacial Water Mask - moisturizing, good quality for the price. May RP
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| October Hair & Body Care Empties! |
-Smells fruity and amazing. I found this moisturizing for my wavy hair but after getting a hair rebond treatment, it weighed my hair down making it look flat & lifeless. WNR for now. Took me only 3 months to empty this gigantic bottle.
* Pantene Pro-V 3-MInute Miracle Total Damage Care Conditioner, 340ml
-Made my hair soft and smooth! I emptied this way before the shampoo so I'm not sure how it will perform on my newly rebonded hair. May RP in a smaller size.
* Stylista Hair Essentials Lavender & Peppermint Hair Spa
-I tried using this as a conditioner after emptying the Pantene tube & I don't really recommend haha. It's rich and heavy - GREAT as a once-a-week nourishing hair treatment but not suitable for daily use. Will RP other variants. Already tried coconut & lavender so far :D
* Tresemme Split Repair Serum, 97ml
-Got this inside a past Saladbox subscription. This is supposed to repair split hairs. I don't have splits so I can't vouch for its effectivity but it still makes for a super lightweight hair serum. WNR
* Nivea Extra White Deo Serum, 40ml
-Aluminum Chlorohydrate is the active ingredient. Its 48-hour antiperspirant claim checks out and made my pits a lil bit lighter. RP!
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| October Skincare Empties! |
-thin & lightweight, smells like Vit C chewables. It claims to brighten skin and I think it actually did but why oh why does it have GLITTER? Yes, they're tiny but I lowkey look like Edward Cullen's not so sparkly cousin.
* Bliss World Triple Oxygen Glow-sion Moisture Cream, 5ml samples
-smells just like the serum. Moisturizing and made feel so smooth and supple. No greasy look or tacky feel. May RP!
* Rire Pore Tightening Toner, 300 ml
-Low pH. Not bad but WNR. Read my full review to learn more!
* Daiso Makeup Brush Cleanser, 150ml
-This is so cheap yet does the job well! Great for cleaning brushes but honestly, this is not made for makeup sponges. RP!
* VMV HypoAllergenics Hydra Balance Gentle Cream Cleanser
-Got this inside my Saladbox subscription. Love this! It's creamy, it's very gentle and leaves my skin feeling soft. RP!
September Empties
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| September Empties! |
Last September, I mostly worked on finishing my half-empties & trial stuff.
MARY KAY Botanical Effects Cleansing Gel
5.7 pH. It’s a moisturizing facial wash but I find it a bit hard to rinse off. It feels slimy. Emptied this mainly bc my sister somehow loves it. It’s so-so for me, WNR
SKIN GENIE Dark Therapy Toner & Serum
Loved both & found them effective in lightening dark spots but looks like Skin Genie already phased them out.
LANEIGE White Plus Renew Skin Refiner
Got these when I bought the Original Essence last year. It’s a hydrating toner, suitable for 7-skin plus it brightened my whole face. May RP.
NARUKO AM+PM Super Triple Hydrating Night Gelly
A great help whenever I feel like doing the barest minimum. I just wash, tone & slap this on. After being absorbed, my skin feels like I just used a hydrating sheet mask! Will RP & try other Naruko gellies.
POND’S Age Miracle Day & Night Cream
I have to toss out the Night Cream bc it turned a peachy color. It was light pink before. Anyway, the Day Cream is okay. Don’t see any effects against wrinkles tbh but it’s fine as a day moisturizer.
STYLISTA Coconut Hair Mask sample
A freebie from a BeautyMNL purchase. Love it! It smells like actual coconuts and made my hair super soft and manageable. Rinses off easily too. Already got the full-sized version. I got the Lavender & Peppermint flavor <3
LANEIGE White Plus Renew Skin Emulsion
It’s so rich I keep waking up to tiny little pimples. Yikes. Repurposed as a body lotion. WNR
VMV Armada Sport 70 Full Spectrum Sunscreen
RP. All VMV sunscreens are great! Promise!
BLISS Hand Cream
I’m learning guitar & my fingertips badly need love! This is not sufficient. In a couple of hours, my fingers are dry and cracking again. WNR. Bliss Body Butter is more hydrating than this one plus you can use it all over your body too.
PUREDERM Argan Oil Makeup Remover
A makeup staple. RP.
THAI Tofu Soap
It’s moisturizing but I don’t see any other special benefits.
GOLDEN CUP Balm
Another freebie from BeautyMNL. I’m old now. I got excited when I got this haha. This is great for aching muscles. RP.
COSRX samples
I got 6 each of the BHA & AHA Liquid. My skin loves the BHA (I will purchase the full size) but reacted so bad to the AHA! I patch tested it on my neck & I developed 5 cystic pimples within the area. 😑
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| September Sheet Mask Empties! |
I was sheetmasking every other day last September. Too busy now to sheetmask like I used to but I aspire to finish all my stash by next Christmas. Wish me luck. I already reviewed most of them here on my blog so check them out!
Aqutop Talk Tox Clay Pack (Red & Tourmaline)
These clay packs are part of the Aqutop sheet mask bundle. Read my full review here!
Purederm Shiny & Soft Foot Peeling Mask
This is around 90PHP, almost half the price of Purederm's other foot peeling mask (which I reviewed here)! Difference is this is an ankle-type sock with a smaller amount of essence while the other is a full sock. I think it still works just as well. My feet started to peel after 3-4 days and the whole process was completed after two week. This is my go-to foot peeling mask now since it is super affordable.
Innisfree Capsule Recipe Pack (Volcanic Clay and Jeju Bija & Tea Tree)
Both the Innisfree recipe packs I got are clay-type and it works the same as their iconic Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask. The packs are more expensive if you calculate it per mL but its big advantage is you can try out a lot of them! They got leave-on and wash-off types too!
My Beauty Rice Sheet Mask
I got this from Althea in one of their beauty boxes. It was ok but I found it hard to find more info about the brand.
Mediheal Airguard Foilab Masks (Gold Whiteful & Silver Waterful)
I tried the Silver Waterful mask first and my experience was terrible. My Gold Whiteful experience was so much better! Read my reviews to see why I say so! 😂
MyScheming Masks (Snail Essence Mask & Skin Pores Clarifying Mask)
I love Myscheming Masks. The sheets are super thin, "invisible" and super clingy. They're cheap and affordable too! Will repurchase this.
Pororo Tongtong Firming Mask
Tongtong is the pink character and while the character looks great, it doesn't look as good when worn by a person *ehem, me*. 😂 Results are pretty standard. Basic hydration. I can't really comment on the firming claim.
Aqutop Manner Pack (Traveling & Before Makeup)
These masks are also part of the Aqutop sheet mask bundle. Read my full review here!
Innisfree It's Real Green Tea Mask
This is a good mask! The residue was sticky at first but it faded away after a while. It helped in eliminating redness and growing pimples.
This lip mask was able to soften my lips but the effects are very temporary. Read my review to learn more!
This one's quite messy but the results are worth it! Got super soft and smooth skin after!
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