Hmm yes well, I'd planned to have these up in October along with the other two giveaways, but with one thing and another (including a bunch of beautyheaven reviews), I didn't get there. Then for one brief (and fleeting) moment, I thought maybe I should combine them with the October Empties, but as you can probably imagine, I couldn't fit them all on my bench, let alone in one camera shot lol! So anyway, I'm continuing on with the usual process, and fingers crossed I can get last month's ones up before we hit December - eek, December!...
Body
Bosisto's Kakadu Plum & Lemon Myrtle Nourishing Body Wash (500ml, RRP $8)
Lovely body wash with a deliciously crisp & refreshing lemon scent - love the simplicity of the packaging and that it's available at Coles. No SLS content, Aussie-made, not tested on animals, and it's vegan, but still not quite moisturising enough compared with the others in my rack. Boy am I getting fussy! ♥♥...
Repurchase?
Maybe, if I have trouble getting hold of my other faves ♥♥...
Lanolips Rose Hand Cream Intense (50ml, RRP $16.99)
This was gifted to me so long ago I can't remember the source, and even though I had broken the seal, it's been in a dark drawer so it was perfectly fine. Not quite as intense as I'd hoped, and I have others that give my hands a richer treatment, but that rose fragrance? Heavenly! Absorbs quickly and completely, and it was particularly effective on my shrivelled cuticles ♥♥♥...
Repurchase?
Yes, if for nothing else than the fabulous scent ♥♥♥...
No Pong All Natural Anti Odourant (35g, RRP $8.95)
Small quantity left in the tin from last summer's series on aluminium-free deodorants - full review is HERE. Excellent product and 100% effective against odour & wetness - it didn't score 10/10 but only because getting the lid off is a challenge for me ♥♥♥...
Repurchase?
I would if my other preferred ones weren't available. This would be ideal for travellers because it's so small ♥♥♥...
Regulars
Colgate Plax Alcohol Free Gentle Mint Mouth Wash (500ml, RRP $6.49)
Reach Dentotape (20m, RRP $2.99)
White Glo Charcoal Total Mouth Detox Whitening Mouthwash (500ml, RRP $6.99)
White Glo Micellar Whitening Toothpaste (100ml, RRP $5.99)
White Glo Toothbrush (free with the above toothpaste)
Face
Bioré Charcoal Cleansing Micellar Water (300ml, RRP $10.99)
So many micellars on the market and after doing a whole bunch of research when they first appeared over 5 years ago, this is the one that I'm sticking with, well for the time being anyway. It's highly effective, a great price and I LOVE the fragrance. It's not that it works any better than many others, but the scent is so appealing. Beats me why this hasn't appeared in my Regulars section before as I've bought many bottles, but it will next time ♥♥♥...
Repurchase?
That's a yes ♥♥♥...
Nutrimetics Ultra Care+ Super-C & Retinol Serum (20ml, RRP $70)
I haven't been all that impressed with the cheaper serums from this brand (mind you the Platinum one is sensational), and while this is still somewhat pricey, I bought it because they had a special deal of buy-one-get-one-free, so for $35, I was in! The serum itself is actually pretty darn fabulous, but the packaging sucks - a skinny little tube that I had trouble holding, and the product kinda squirts down the outside of the cap rather than onto the fingers. The serum is very thick, rich and viscous, and I would struggle to spread it onto my face in the cold weather, but apart from these issues, it made my skin look amazing - glowy, refined, plump, and a delicate floral fragrance, pretty much everything you want from a serum ♥♥♥...
Repurchase?
Absolutely, when it's on special, but not in the cooler months ♥♥♥...
Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Serum (30ml, RRP $59.99)
The jury is still out on this one. To be fair, this bottle wasn't used continuously as I was trialling the Skin Physics sculpting gel below and excluding all other products, so I'll reserve final judgement until I've had time to use another complete bottle without interruption. In the interim, I can say that it's a terrific serum that causes absolutely zero irritation, but I can't tell yet if it's any better for my age-related skin issues than others I've used. Adore the purple packaging, and I was surprised that I didn't mind the fact that it is fragrance-free (no fragrance is better than one that I dislike). Other advantages are that Olay products are regularly on special, so I'll never EVER have to pay full price for it, and it has maintained the pore refinement that I was seeing from my other retinol serums. To be continued ♥♥♥...
Repurchase?
Yes (on spesh natch) ♥♥♥...
Regulars
Neutrogena Make-up Remover Cleansing Towelettes (Pack of 25, RRP $7.99)
Neutrogena Oil-Free Eye Make-up Remover (112ml, RRP $10.89)
Neutrogena Oil-Free Eye Make-up Remover (112ml, RRP $10.89)
Skin Physics Dragon's Blood Facial Sculpting Gel (50ml, RRP $59.95)
St. Ives Blackhead Clearing GreenTea Scrub (150ml, RRP $9.99)
St. Ives Blackhead Clearing GreenTea Scrub (150ml, RRP $9.99)
Face Masks
Regulars
Skin Republic Collagen Hydrogel Under Eye Patch (3 pairs, RRP $9.99)
Skin Republic Retinol Hydrogel Under Eye Patch (3 pairs, RRP $9.99)
Hair
Head & Shoulders Anti-Dandruff Shampoo (200ml, RRP $6.75)
Fortunately, I'm not dealing with dandruff or flaking scalp - I bought this many months ago on the recommendation of my stylist to remove excess colour safely from my hair if my home dye ends up too dark, and it's really quite effective. Even more so if I crush a Vitamin C tablet and mix it in with the liquid. It leaves my hair feeling like straw so I only do one application, leave it on for at least 5 minutes, rinse and then use my usual Goldwell Kerasilk one for application #2, and then it feels ok again. It sure takes out the dye quick-smart! ♥♥...
Repurchase?
Yes, but I've had so many compliments about my (accidental) darker hair shade I may not need it lol... ♥♥♥
Regulars
Goldwell Dualsenses Color Revive Color Giving Conditioner - Icy Blonde (s00ml, RRP $32.95)
Goldwell Kerasilk Control Conditioner (1L, RRP $80.95)
Schwarzkopf Igora Royal Permanent Color Creme - 8-11 Light Ash Blonde (RRP $23.95)
Schwarzkopf Live Colour Pastels - Cool Grey, Metallic - Lilac Chrome & Denim Steel (RRP $5.49)
Makeup
Regulars
Chi Chi Highlighting & Contouring Palette (33g, RRP $24.95)
Maybelline Brow Ultra Slim Eyebrow Pencil (RRP $15.95)
Giveaway!
Maybelline Master Precise Liquid Liner (RRP $15.95)
Natio Define Eye Pencil - Steel Grey (RRP $14.95)
Giveaway!
Up for grabs are...
- Elizabeth Arden 5th avenue boxed set - EDP (125ml), Parfum (3.7ml) & Moisturising Body Lotion (100ml)
- Glow Lab Mini Pack (Creme Cleanser/Facial Moisturiser/Body Lotion/Facial Serum/Night Cream)
- MCoBeauty 2-in-1 Bronzer & Highlighter
- Sweet Little Things Floral Scented Soap Petals
All items were purchased by me and the approximate value is $100. The giveaway is open to...
Australian Residents Only!
Here's how to enter...
- Leave a blog post comment on this page as per the question inside the Rafflecopter (please note: if you don't leave a comment on this page, you won't be included in the draw!) If you're unable to leave a comment for technical reasons, please email your answer to katshepsutt(at)gmail.com.
- Leave your email address inside the Rafflecopter so I can contact you if you win
- Follow my blog one way or another from the many choices listed
- Only one entry per person, please read the T's & C's inside the Rafflecopter
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This giveaway is now closed - check back later tonight to find out who won!
Woo hoo! - random.org has chosen the beautiful Claudia C. as the winner.
Congratulations gorgeous!
Claudia, please respond to the email I've sent you by midnight
Wednesday 25th November to claim your prize :-)
Edit: Claudia has claimed her prize ♥
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Best of luck to all who enter!
Take care of you, and keep safe
kats xxx
Nothing more satisfying as a batch of empties!! Also another great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteIm very pleased with my empties so far this month. My Olay Miracle essence (yippie...I have a replacement thanks to you), Palmers cleansing oil, a 200ml bottle of bio oil and a Garnier BB Cream....oh and a lipstick..... go me.
ReplyDeleteCant believe we are nearly in December. My life has changed so much this year. Some bad and some good but im pleased with where im at. :) Ok...now im rambling
Thankyou for a lovely giveaway. Have a beautiful week. Loved reading about all your emptiews, The Neutragena does look very nice indeed
ReplyDeleteI'm also a big fan of the No Pong Anti-odourants! Wishing you a lovely holiday season Kats xx
ReplyDeleteI am just super amazed at the amount of products you manage to get through each month and everh month! It's fascinating to read. Thanks for the blog :) @stella_lee_mua
ReplyDeleteLove the wrap up of your empties and always look forward to reading. I have tried a number of products after your comments and whether you'd repurchase. Your blog is so entertaining and engaging and always positive!
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ReplyDeleteI don’t know how you manage to have so many empties, I must try to be more disciplined and finish something before opening something new! Perhaps a New Years resolution for 2021! Thank you for a lovely giveaway xx
I can't believe I let myself get so behind on your blogs again. I havent tried any charcoal micellar waters so I would like to get that next when I need a restock (or a Priceline goody bag is up for grabs). I'm too scared to try the Olay Retinol serum, I'm not religious about applying sunscreen so am a little worried about that.
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