Empties #18- €1000 Worth of Beauty Products

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**Repurchase/ Bought after trying a press sample

***Travel Size/ Mini

****Gift/ Gift with purchase

This is my 18th empties post over the past four years since I started writing this series. If you're not yet subscribed to my YouTube channel I am now also doing a corresponding Empties Video so that you can watch or listen instead of reading if that's easier. There will be more details here, as I always add the product quantity, shelf life once opened, country of manufacture and the price. I also mention the amount of PR products versus those I bought myself just to be fully transparent. I apply a one-in, one-out rule to my skincare and haircare so that I can accurately evaluate how each product affects my skin. I also wanted to add that I have never had any cosmetic procedures at all including botox, fillers etc. so these products have been evaluated on my skin as it is. There are 34 products this time so let's get straight into it.   

Etat Libre d’Orange She Was An Anomaly EDP 100ml, 4 years, Made in France €165

Top notes: Green Tangerine
Heart notes: Iris, Fresh White Floral Accord
Base notes: Musk, Sandalwood, Amberfix©

This was my wedding perfume and I was truly sad to finish it up. I discovered this scent when I visited a perfume shop here in Dublin, Parfumarija. They stock brands that you can’t get anywhere else in person in Ireland and I went in specifically to try this brand as I’d seen some perfume reviewers talk about it and I was intrigued. I tried a few of their scents that day but I sprayed this one on myself and I adored how it smelled every time I caught a whiff of it throughout the day. I could smell it on my jacket the next day and it completely entranced me. I had been looking for a scent to wear on my wedding day as I wanted something special, quite light and musky but something I wouldn’t get tired of wearing. It's along the same lines as Glossier You or DedCool Xtra Milk but with more of a freshness to it. I'm a big fan of Iris, Musk and Amber and those are the notes I pick up on the most. I really had to ration this one out as it's such a beautiful scent for any occasion. I never got tired of wearing it. The only criticism I have is that it's not the longest wearing scent but I love it so much I don't mind that much. This is a perfume I will definitely treat myself to at some stage in the future as it has such a special place in my heart and will always remind me of my wedding day.

****Etat Libre d’Orange Yes I Do EDP 30ml, Made in France €70 (approx)

Top notes: Aldehyde, Lily of the Valley, Pear
Heart notes: Peony, Jasmine, Orange Blossom
Base notes: Cedarwood, Cocoa Absolute, Musk

This was a gift with purchase when I ordered the full size of She Was An Anomaly. They don't usually sell 30ml sizes so it was a nice way to try out one of their other scents. I previously ordered a discovery kit from the brand and I don't think I would have chosen this scent but seeing as it was a GWP I tried it out. As you can probably imagine from the notes, it's a very floral scent. I can smell the Lily of the Valley, Jasmine and Musk most of all. It's quite a fresh Spring scent to me, I liked it but I definitely wouldn't buy it myself as there are many other scents I prefer from Etat Libre d'Orange. 

**Escentric Molecules Molecule 02 EDT 30ml, Made in England €70

This is one of my most repurchased beauty products. I've been wearing it for about 9 years now after first buying it in 2017 and I always come back to it as I never ever get tired of smelling it. I have a review of it from my 2017 favourites here on the blog (to think it was €38 for 30ml back then)  I've reviewed it before in another empties post so I'll add that review here. 

"If you don't know about this brand they create scents based on a single molecule, hence the name. Molecule 02 consists of the molecule Ambroxan, described as having a "subtle sensual quality with a radiant, long-lasting dry down". Ambroxan has been derived from Clary Sage since the 1950s. This vegan Ambroxan is a crystal with a chemical structure identical to the ambrox derived from ambergris. Ambergris is a substance that is thought to be a by-product of the intestines of the sperm whale because of their cephalopod-rich diet. It washes up on shore or can be found floating in the water. When exposed to the elements and dried out, it has a musky scent that made it a desirable ingredient for perfumers for years as well as its ability to help with how well scent lasts on the skin. It is now a rarity and therefore one of the most expensive perfume ingredients. Nowadays, most perfumers use a lab-created equivalent. I know that people say that it can smell different from person to person as the molecule mixes with your own scent on your skin. To me it smells comforting, like someone who smells naturally amazing. It's like that feeling of hugging someone and they just smell great but you can't quite put your finger on why. To me, it smells musky, creamy, clean and earthy. Escentric Molecules make discovery sets where you get sample sizes of all of their scents to try out. If you're ever in a department store that carries this scent, definitely check it out, it's so uniquely exquisite. I will most definitely be repurchasing it."

***DedCool Xtra Milk EDP 10ml €14 (approx)

Notes:

Top: Bergamot, Middle: White Musk, Bottom: Amber 

"A universal musk, amplified. It’s soft, warm and completely personal - an extension of your natural scent. Smells like you. Feels like pure comfort."

I'd wanted to try this scent since I first heard about it a few years ago so when I saw there was a trio of 10ml DedCool scents on sale at Space NK I decided to get it so that I could finally try the brand. The set contained Xtra Milk, Mochi Milk and Mineral Milk. I definitely like Xtra Milk the best as it's exactly the kind of everyday perfume I like to wear. It's light and musky, a skin scent quite similar to the likes of Glossier You (before it was reformulated). It's very easy to wear, it never feels overpowering, it has that same feeling as Glossier You where it almost smells like someone who just naturally smells really good to you. I would 100% buy a full size. 

***DedCool Mochi Milk EDP 10ml €14 (approx)

Notes:

Top: Marshmallow, Middle: Sweet Rice Milk, Bottom: Vanilla Bean 

"The sweetest addition to the MILK family. Peach nectar and pillowy marshmallow whipped with sweetened rice milk. Sandalwood, amber, and white musk add depth. Feels like sleeping on a cloud. Smells like sweet nothings."

As I mentioned above, this scent came in the trio I bought so it wasn't necessarily something I would have chosen to buy as I mainly wanted to try Xtra Milk. I didn't dislike this scent but it's not my favourite scent profile as it's quite sweet. I used it up but I wouldn't buy the full size as it's too sweet for my taste. It's a great option if you're a fan of a light, sweet vanilla scent. 

**Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation (140 Porcelain) 30ml, 24m, Made in USA €58

I first tried this foundation in 2020 when my fellow Content Creator and friend Celine (@honestlyceline) sent it to me as she received a shade that was too light for her. I loved it, used it up and then bought this second bottle about 3.5 years ago. I’ve had it on the go for a long time because I’ve acquired a lot more foundations in that time. It’s also quite a medium to full coverage so it’s not something I wore that often. It was my event foundation (along with the Lisa Eldridge Foundation). It made my skin look so perfected and wore so well throughout the day, the shade was also spot on which is essential for a foundation with a higher coverage. However in the past year or two it has been reformulated so I can’t attest to the new formula. I’d love to try it to see if it’s as good as this previous iteration but I just bought the new Fenty foundation which is medium to full coverage so it’s not something I need right now. If I’m near a Shiseido concession I will definitely have a look and try to get a sample so I can test it out. I loved this product but I can’t say whether I would buy it gain as it’s been reformulated. If anyone has tried the new one please do let me know what you think. The new formula is €66.

Brow Aid Lash Lab Mascara 9.5ml, 6m, Made in Italy €22

This was the first product I tried from Irish beauty brand Brow Aid, which as the name suggests are mostly known for their brow products. I've since bought a couple of their brow products too and overall I am so impressed with their products. This mascara has a dual-brush technology, one side has a moulded brush to grab lashes  from the root, lengthen, define and curl. The other side of the brush has bristles to fan out the lashes and add volume. It also has a tapered tip so that you can reach all of the tiny lashes in the corners. The formula contains panthenol to strengthen, protect and hydrate the lashes. It's not a waterproof or tubing formula but it is smudge resistant. I loved this mascara. It can be worn in a more subtle, fluttery way with one coat but it can also easily be built up for more volume and impact. I love a formula like this as it allows me to change the way I wear it depending on the other makeup I'm wearing. I don't think I've ever used a dual bristle brush before and I think that it's such a great idea. It worked so well as it allows you to achieve, length, definition and volume without clumping. I will definitely buy this mascara again as it's such a great all rounder and the price point is excellent too. 

*KJH.Brand Nano Set Brow Gel 3.3g, 6m, €24

I loved this brow gel so much. They sent it to me last year when it launched and I used every last drop of it. When I first saw the brush I wasn’t sure if I’d like it because it’s quite long and thin, however it’s such a good size and shape and flexibility to coat all of my hairs and it’s stiff enough that you can back comb you brow hairs too. I have eyebrows that can move around depending on the hold of the gel, but this one is bulletproof. It really does not budge, I had to use a balm or oil to remove it as it has such a strong hold and lasting power. Considering how long this lasted me before it dried out, I think the price is very reasonable. It’s definitely risen to the top of my brow gel recommendations as I can’t say I’ve tried anything that’s had such excellent hold. I’m currently testing out a brow gel from another brand but I would gladly buy this myself as it worked so well for me. 

*Surratt Beauty Auto Graphique Liner (Refillable) 12m €44

I noticed when I was gathering some information about this product that the Surratt Beauty website was down (it’s now back up) and so many of the products are either out of stock or heavily reduced on other retailers. It seems like this has been going on with Surratt Beauty for a while now so I'm not sure whether that brand is relaunching, reformulating or shutting down completely. I thought this was a great liquid liner, I love that it's refillable and it lasted me for such a long time. It is, however, quite expensive. It's out of stock everywhere so I'm not going to go too much into detail about it but I wouldn't buy it again because there are many other liquid liners I prefer like the Hindash Heroline, Lisa Eldridge Kitten Flick and Japanese and Korean beauty brands that have excellent long wearing formulas as well as more accessible prices. I've sent Surratt Beauty a message to ask whats going on so I'll post an update if they get back to me. 

MQNY Waterproof Pen Eyeliner (2 Deep Brown) Made in Korea €5.99

This was a good option for a waterproof liquid eyeliner as it has a thin brush tip and a great dark brown shade. However I preferred the Clio liquid liner and the one I'm currently using from Judydoll so I wouldn't buy this one again. 

**Nivea Double Effect Waterproof Eye Make-Up Remover 125ml, 6m, Made in Germany €5.99

This is a product I've used time and time again, much like the Garnier one below. I probably prefer the Garnier one but I'd happily buy either depending on which one is cheapest at the time. 

**Garnier Express 2-in-1 Eye Make-Up Remover 125ml, 6m, Made in Poland €6.49

I’ve reviewed this product many times before so I’ll just say that it’s inexpensive, it works well and I’ll definitely buy it again in the future. 

Ma:nyo Pure Cleansing Oil 200ml, 12m, Made in Korea €20

In my quest to try out more cleansing oils I ordered this one from Ma:nyo as I had seen good things about it and it's a brand I hadn't yet tried. It's one of the most popular cleansing oils on Olive Young so I thought it would be worth trying out. The formula contains 14 plant oils including rice bran oil to gently remove dead skin build up. It has a low pH so it's suitable for everyday use and suitable for all skin types. I really enjoyed using this cleansing oil, it removed all of my makeup and helped to reduce my sebaceous filaments on my nose. I sometimes used it as a double cleanse because I loved how it left my skin feeling thoroughly cleansed but hydrated and soft. It's usually discounted so you can get it at quite a good price. 

There is also a Deep Clean version of this cleansing oil which I will definitely order in the future. 

*Prequel Gleanser Non-Drying Glycerin Cleanser for Face + Body 400ml, Made in USA €22.60

This is one of those skincare products I wanted to try for ages as I kept hearing such good things about it from my fellow Content Creators in the US. They sent me a few products last year before they were available in Europe but thankfully Prequel is now stocked at Space NK. I reviewed their Half & Half Moisturiser in a previous empties and I loved it. This product was also a winner as it's such a gentle and hydrating cleanser that can be used on the face and the body. This is one to note if you have sensitive skin, rosacea or eczema as it's been formulated to be safe for anyone with those conditions. The formula contains 50% glycerin so it's incredibly hydrating. It also has arginine, oat extract and also vera to soothe and comfort the skin leaving it feeling soft and comfortable. It can remove makeup but it's designed as a second cleanse so I always removed my makeup with an oil based cleanser first (they also have a product called Pre-Gleanse which is an oil-based cleanser). I also used this on my body in the shower. I have particularly dry skin on my body so I love using a hydrating body cleanser as it gives my skin extra hydration. The 400ml size lasts for ages, even when using it on both face and body and the price is hard to beat for such a gentle and hydrating product. If you haven't tried Prequel yet, I highly rate them as a brand and I find their products to be very reasonably priced as well as just doing what your skin needs. 

*Prequel Multi-Acid Milk Peel AHA Exfoliating Solution 226ml, Made in USA €28.25

This is another Prequel product I can highly recommend. It is a milky solution that exfoliates, smooths and brightens the skin without compromising the skin barrier. The formula contains 15% glycolic acid, phytic acid, lactic acid, malic acid and mandelic acid to exfoliate dead skin cells, reduce the appearance of oils, clogged pores and refines skin texture. It also contains glycerin and squalane to hydrate and soften the skin. It smooths the look of fine lines and wrinkles and brigthens discolouration too. As you can see it's quite a large size bottle so I ended up using it on my arms, legs feet and armpits too and it helped so much with the texture of my skin. This is ideal for anyone who wants a good all round chemical exfoliant that's also gentle and hydrating. I'd happily buy this myself as I think it's such great value and I loved what it did for my skin. 

**Some By Mi Micro Pin Spot Patch (9 Patches) 24m, Made in Korea €11.90

Another product I've reviewed before and repurchased multiple times. These spot patches are infused with hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, tea tree, salicylic acid and centella asiatica. So they target spots with ingredients that will both treat and calm the skin. I tend to use them on those stubborn, sore under the skin spots that can take a while to heal. It treats, calms and protects my skin and I find it speeds up the healing process. I'll definitely continue to repurchase these as they've become such a staple in my skincare routine. 

*Susanne Kaufmann Eye Rescue Serum 10ml, 6m, Made in Austria €98

I've been using this Eye Rescue Serum along with the One Skin Eye Cream for the past while and my eye area has looked and felt so hydrated in that time. Now I'm not saying you need a €98 serum and €119 eye cream to have a hydrated eye area but I was sent them so I've been trying them out. I'd never spend that money on an eye cream or an eye serum myself but just in case anyone reading has a different budget to mine I'll share my thoughts. The claims are that this serum will reduce puffiness, smooth fine lines and brighten dark circles. The hero ingredients are caffeine which stimulates microcirculation to reduce dark circles, eye bags and puffiness. Baobab pulp to firm, moisturise and energise. Hawthorn Flower Extract which is anti-inflammatory and strengthens the skins microbiome. and Chicory Root Extract which has anti-ageing benefits and revitalises the eye area. It also contains hyaluronic acid. I love that it's a metal rollerball so it feels so cooling and refreshing to apply in the morning. The texture is a thin serum which I appreciate because I don't like anything too rich or heavy on my eye area as I've had milia in the past. You could easily wear this alone but I liked to layer it under an eye cream for added hydration. I loved the results of this serum and at €98 you would really want to love it. If it wasn't such a luxury price I'd definitely buy it myself but sadly it's out of my budget. 

****Tocobo Vita Glazed Lip Mask 20ml, 12m, Made in Korea €19

This was a gift with purchase when I placed an order from Stylevana last year. I had wanted to try it for a while so I was delighted to get it for free. It's along the same lines as the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask as it's a 20ml size overnight lip mask that is meant to deeply hydrate and nourish your lips. It contains ingredients to soothe, plump, nourish, hydrate and exfoliate the lips. It had a thicker texture than the Laneige mask as well as a light fragrance that to me smelled a bit synthetic. It comes in a glass jar with a little spatula for application. While I did enjoy using this and it definitely worked at keeping my lips soft, smooth and hydrated, overall I prefer the Laneige one. This one is less expensive so if you're looking for similar results at a lower price you could try this Tocobo one. 

CNP Propolis Energy Ampoule Mist 100ml, 12m, Made in Korea €15.72

This is the second product I've tried from CNP Laboratory, the first being their Propolis Lip Balm. I was looking for a new face mist to try and this one was on sale so I said I'd give it a try. Firstly, I love the spritzer as it provides such a fine mist which is always a pleasure to use. The hero ingredient, nutrient rich propolis nourishes the skin and promotes a glowy complexion. It also contains hyaluronic acid, panthenol and betaine to deeply hydrate the skin. It can be used as part of your skincare routine (I like to apply it just after cleansing and before serum) but it can also be applied over makeup as it has such a fine mist. I loved using this mist and I will 100% buy it again. 

*L'Oréal Paris Revitalift Glass Skin Liquid Cream 50ml, 12m, Made in Germany €23

Despite the heavy scent I actually did enjoy this moisturiser especially for during the summer because it has a lighter texture than a traditional moisturiser. It layers well over serums and under sunscreen. The scent is quite strong and I can see it being overpowering for anyone who is particularly sensitive to fragrance. I wouldn't buy it myself because I'm trying to not buy from L'Oréal and honestly there are so many moisturisers out there it would be hard to pick one to buy that I wasn't fully happy with.

Rohto Skin Aqua Hyaluronic Serum UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 70g, 12m, Made in Japan €13.43

I wanted to try out some Japanese sunscreens so I ordered this one and the one underneath. This is a chemical sunscreen with a lightweight serum texture. It's infused with three types of hyaluronic acid and is fragrance free and alcohol free. It comes in a hard plastic bottle with a cap that lifts off on one side. I loved this sunscreen because it has such a light texture which makes it ideal for layering over serums and moisturisers and under foundation. I have combination skin so I tend to prefer lighter textures and as I wear makeup most days I have to have a sunscreen that is compatible with most of my foundations and this one works so beautifully under foundation. I will definitely repurchase this product. 

Sunkiller Perfect Water Essence Alcohol Free SPF 50+ PA+++++ 50g, 12m, Made in Japan €10

This is a chemical and physical sunscreen and a water-based formula. It has a lightweight gel texture and a natural radiant finish. The formula also contains three types of hyaluronic acid. It is alcohol-free and has a citrus scent. This one is very similar to the Skin Aqua Serum, they're both very lightweight, layer easily and work so well under foundation. This one comes in a tube which may be preferrable to some people, it also has a scent which maybe not work for some people although I quite like the citrus scent. I would happily repurchase either of these sunscreens as they both worked so well for my skin and with the rest of my routine. They're also such affordable price points.

Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence 120ml, 24m, Made in Korea €22.65

There are very few skincare products that get me as excited as a milky essence. I had wanted to try this product for a while having loved the other Haruharu Wonder products I have tried. I bought it with the idea that I would use it during the warmer months as a hydrating and protective step in my skincare routine. This essence has a lot of great ingredients that are antioxidant, hydrating, even skin tone, smooth texture and balance moisture levels. I used it in conjunction with my retinoids and azelaic acid to soothe, calm and hydrate my skin and I loved the results. It's ideal for anyone who likes to layer a few different products or if you just prefer a lighter texture. The 120ml size lasts such a long time so I think it's great for anyone looking for more value in their skincare routine. I will definitely buy this one again. 

*107 Double Layer Milky Serum 50ml, Made in Korea €19.75

107 Beauty emailed me asking if I'd like to try this product and being such a lover of Korean skincare I said yes. It was my first time trying the brand (I have another of their products in this post). It's quite an unusual formula which is why I agreed to try it out. It's a bi-phase serum so you have to shake it to make sure you're getting the right ratio of the serum. The formula contains a ginseng exosome that boost elasticity, radiance and promotes visible firming restoration. Fermented ginseng to firm and nourish the skin and plantago seed (psyllium husk) and 9 types of hyaluronic acid for deep lasting hydration. I loved this serum, It was lightweight and super hydrating and I could definitely see a boost of radiance when I was using it. I think it's a great product especially for the price and I'd have no problem buying it myself. I'm excited to try more from this brand as I haven't seen anyone I know talking about them yet. 

*Poco Beauty Skin Flood Ceramide Plumping Water 100ml, 12m, Made in Korea €38

This is an excellent lightweight hydrating product. It contains ceramides, peptides, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid to boost hydration and repair and protect the skin’s barrier. I found it ideal for makeup prep as it gives your skin a boost of hydration and feels incredibly light so it doesn’t interfere with any makeup that is applied on top. I think it would be a great product for Makeup Artists in particular for skin prep for makeup. It comes in three sizes 50ml, 100ml and 250ml so it’s great value as it lasts such a long time. I would have no problem buying this myself as I found it worked so well as a hydrating step for my skin, the texture is particularly great for the warmer months as it sinks in straight away. 

The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% 30ml, 12m, Made in Canada €14

I bought this about a month before my wedding in 2025 as I was having a continuous run of breakouts that were not going away and I know that azelaic acid is one of the best ingredients to help with blemishes. I found it definitely helped all around with my breakouts and the healing of post-blemish marks. The texture of this cream wasn't my favourite as it felt thick and almost powdery. I do think it's a good starting point if you're looking to introduce azelaic acid into your skincare routine. I am currently using an azelaic acid serum that was sent to me from another brand so it's an ingredient I'm going to continue to use in my skincare routine going forward as I do have breakout prone skin. 

*Skingredients Skin Protein Pro-Ageing Vit A+C Serum 45ml, 12m, Made in USA €55

Skingredients is an Irish skincare brand and last year they sent me a few products which I've been testing out of the past few months. This serum contains retinyl palmitate which is more gentle form of vitamin A and promotes the skin’s cell renewal. It also has vitamin C, E and peptides to protect the skin from environmental damage and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. I would consider this to be a good starter retinoid serum. It's very gentle and therefore I think it was almost too gentle for my skin. I think I can handle more actives now that I've entered a new decade. I didn't see enough noticable results for me to spend that money on it myself. I've found that the Medik8 products have worked better for me so I'd rather buy them but this could be a good one if you haven't used a retinoid before and you want something gentle. 

*Skingredients Retinol 0.6% + B3 30ml, 12m, Made in Ireland €49

I feel the same way about this serum as I do about the one above. There are two strengths available, the other being a retinol of 1% so perhaps that would have been better for my particular skin. It's supposed to be the next level from the Skin Protein or if you're new to retinoids. I would have gone for the 1% as I've been using retinoids for a few years now and I know my skin can handle it. It was gentle like the Skin Protein but I do think it wasn't strong enough for my particular needs, however it could be a good one if you've never used retinoids before. 

Arkive The Crown Scalp Scrub 180ml, 12m, Made in China €19.49

I bought this in lieu of my JVN Pre-Wash Scalp Oil last year and it's taken me a while to use it up because I wasn't mad about the texture. As well as having enzymes and AHA to exfoliate there is a physical exfoliant in this scrub and I found I could never fully wash it out of my hair. When I was diffusing it dry I would see the little exfoliating particles falling out of my hair. I just prefer an exfoliating serum or liquid like the Arkive Immaculate Hybrid Cleansing Fluid. I won't buy this one again. 

**Aveeno Apple Cider Vinegar Blend Shampoo 300ml, 18m, Made in Greece €8.99

**Aveeno Oat Milk Blend Shampoo 300ml, 18m, Made in Greece €8.99

**Aveeno Oat Milk Blend Conditioner 300ml,18m, Made in Greece €8.99

I’ll review these together as I’ve mentioned them many times before in previous empties. They’re so affordable, gentle, they smell amazing and they work well for my natural curly hair. I’ll continue to repurchase them as it’s hard to beat the price and the results. 

*107 Scalp Cooling Breeze Shampoo 380ml, 24m, Made in Korea €28.74

This is the second product I have tried from 107 Beauty. It's an envigorating shampoo that contains fermented mugwort vinegar which gently exfoliates, fermented mugwort to soothe and hydrate, mint leaf oil and extract which are natural cooling agents to help deodorise the scalp. I liked it but not enough to buy it myself and spend that kind of money on it. I’ll stick to my Aveeno shampoo for now. 

**Davines This Is A Curl Moisturising Mousse 250ml, Made in Italy €29.25

I mentioned this in my last empties post as I've gone through two of them so far this year. I'll add my review from the last post as I feel the same way having used up two bottles. 

"I bought this product on a whim earlier this year during a Cult Beauty sale as I needed a hair mousse and it worked out at a good price with the sale discount. I've bought and loved Davines products in the past, particularly their Curl range. I find that mousse works really well at helping to define and hold my curls so I usually like to include one in my curly hair routine. This product is a total game changer for my hair. It's described as a medium-hold mousse that defines and enhances natural curls while maintaining elasticity and shine. I've never tried a mousse before that leaves my hair so hydrated, not sticky or crunchy and gives my curls adequate hold and definition. I've already repurchased it and I'll probably continue to do so as it's the best mousse I've tried on my hair."

Cult Beauty no longer stock Davines on their EU website, there aren't that many retailers that I can order from so I bought a different curl mousse to tide me over until I am making an order on Sephora UK as it's one of the few places I can get Davines. 

11 PR Products: €430.34

21 Products bought by me: €544.88

3 Travel/Sample Size 

9 Repurchases

2 Gifts or Gift With Purchase: €89

The total is 34 products: €1064.22

I finished these products over the three month period since my last post at the end of June. As I always mention, the amount of money I spent on those 21 products is much lower as I rarely buy anything full price. I probably didn't spend any more than €350 on the products I bought. If there's anything you'd like to see me try or anything you'd like swatches of, a Reel on or a blog post about, please do send me a DM on Instagram or leave a comment here. 

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