Influenced by
Holly Ann-Aeree on Youtube, I decided to come up with my very own "Empties" entry. These finished products were collated from the beginning of January 2013 till present. A brief feedback session following each item summarises my opinions on that particular product.
1. Organix Moroccan Argan Oil
I absolutely adore this argan oil. It is definitely a HG product for me and I re-purchase once I run out. A super worthwhile purchase. I have been through many bottles and I doubt I am going to halt usage of it anytime soon.
2. Organix Cherry Blossom Rejuvenating Cherry Blossom Ginseng Shine Finish Spray
I hate this spray. I am aware that I sang its praises in a previous entry
here but after the nozzle gave me many problems - it kept getting stuck - I became very much annoyed with it. I had to repeatedly fix the nozzle whenever I use the spray. Such a shame, considering how much I adored the Organix Moroccan Argan Oil and I had high hopes for this product. I also began to find the scent way too chemical-like.
3. Victoria's Secret The Hand Cream
I quite enjoyed this hand cream and I know my mother likes it a great deal too, so much so that she wanted to purchase one for herself as well. I am unsure if Singapore's VS outlets retail this since I bought it in the States.
4. The Body Shop Vitamin E Gentle Facial Wash
This was an 'okay' facial wash, in my opinion. The scent was a tad too strong for my liking but it cleansed my face well without stripping natural oils. I did get this on sale so I did not feel like my money went to waste. I would not re-purchase since I very much prefer my Kiehl's option.
5. Yes To Blueberries Eye Firming Treatment Cream
I love this eye cream. A previous entry on this product can be found
here. Just a hasty update - I got used to the scent after consistent usage.
6. Hada Labo Arbutin Whitening & Hydrating Lotion
An ultimate HG item that must be included in my skincare routine. This lotion hydrates my face as well as aided in the whitening sector. I have gone through numerous bottles of this and have not adored it any less. My only gripe is that the retail price for Hada Labo's products is SO MUCH cheaper in Japan than in Singapore and I regret not stocking up more bottles of this awesomeness when I went on a holiday to Hokkaido.
7. Essential Damage Care Nuance Airy Hair Serum
This is one of my preferred hair serums on the market, though I must admit I have yet to test many. The scent is not too overpowering nor is the product too heavy and sticky. For its price and how long it took me to finish a bottle, I would proclaim it a worthwhile buy.
8. Herbal Essences Beautiful Ends Split End Protection Intensive Mask & Herbal Essences Seductively Straight Sleekening Intensive Mask
Not many comments on these hair masks. They worked alright in moisturising my long mane but I did not notice any extraordinarily positive differences. They cost me SGD$4.50 each, which is dirt cheap.
9. Naruko Magnolia Brightening and Firming Spray
My boyfriend enjoys this spray a great deal as he finds that it freshens him up when he is feeling warm from the weather. I spritz this after washing my face, post-gym. I will not re-purchase because it is not exactly a super cheap product and I did not notice any obvious positive difference as well. I believe cheaper facial sprays can perform equally well. Check out an old post on this product
here.
10. Bourjois Healthy Mix Concealer
This concealer lasted me two years, if not more, and I chucked it out recently due to hygiene purposes, although I did not completely finish the product within. I quite like the concealer. It emits a peachy scent, which is quite rare for a concealer. This product provides light to medium coverage and heavy layering will cause caking, thus a little goes a long way. The best part? It is oil-free. However, I do not think I will re-purchase as I find Maybelline's concealers outperform.
11. Revlon PhotoReady 3D Volume Mascara
This is a pretty good mascara, though I must say it worked way better in lengthening and defining the lashes than providing a voluminous effect. I would not re-purchase because I am a bigger fan of Japanese mascaras at the moment.
12. Fresh Supernova Mascara
I scored this mascara as part of a duo package from America's Sephora. Take a look at my past review on this product
here - my present views still concur.
13. Nivea Night Whitening Body Lotion
I suppose there is not much else for me to elaborate on this body lotion as I have possibly raved about this more than sufficiently on this platform. It is a HG body lotion for me and has brought about unbelievable whitening effects which I myself cannot cease to be amazed by. However, it probably may not be moisturising enough for those residing through the winter season. Nonetheless, I cannot forsee myself switching up to a different option anytime soon.
14. Liese Hair Cocktail
Yet another HG product for me - a wonderful hair detangler spray indeed. I do not have particularly knotty hair but a couple of spritz of this magical product on my long mane will result in super easy, fuss-free combing. Additionally, I quite fancy that the scent of the spray does not linger too long for I do not want other smells to mix with my perfume. I have gone through many bottles of this and will surely re-purchase.
