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The Archive Check: Look Who Remembers to Save Bottles!
I haven’t done an empties post in so long, mainly because I always forget to save the empty bottles. I finally managed to hoard a proper collection, so it’s time for another round-up.
Seriously this round up puts some of my others to shame! Looking at you Empties 6.
Let’s dive into these used up beauty products to see which viral formulas were actually worth using.
Too Faced | Hangover 3 in 1 Setting Spray
The Original Verdict: I feel like I need to stop talking about this, as it pops up everywhere on my blog! In all fairness, I love it. It ran out after about three months because I totally overuse it. You can use this to prime, set, and refresh, and the coconut water makes it incredibly refreshing. It’s been great for my dry skin,
If you’d like to hear more, I have a full review.
Repurchase? Already have!
Rimmel | Lasting Finish Foundation SPF 20
The Original Verdict: This was my absolute go-to foundation last summer; I used it pretty much everyday. I love full coverage, but my dry skin usually doesn’t. However, this contains a comfort serum, so it isn’t drying at all.
I have a full review, if you’d like to hear more.
Repurchase? I haven’t yet, but I really need to!
L’Oréal | Paradise Mascara
The Original Verdict: When I first used this, I wasn’t a major fan, but after a week or two, it became much better. It’s like the formula needs to dry out just a tiny bit in the tube before it hits its stride! It doesn’t clump, and it seriously lengthens my short, straight lashes. The brush is very similar to Too Faced Better Than Sex, making it a perfect budget friendly alternative.
Repurchase? Yes.
Soap and Glory | Thick and Fast Mascara
The Original Verdict: I got this for Christmas in a gift set back in 2016, and even though it’s been empty for ages, it sat at the bottom of my mascara drawer for some unknown reason. I wouldn’t say I’m blown away by it; it’s great at lengthening, but it unfortunately transfers and smudges throughout the day.
Repurchase? No. It’s decent, but the daily transfer is too annoying.
TonyMoly | Magic Food Banana Sleeping Mask
Discontinued
The Original Verdict: If there’s something I talk about a lot on this blog, it’s this night mask! It has well and truly earned its place on my favourites page. I got this in December and it ran out in late June. After using this, my skin feels instantly hydrated and feels a lot better in the morning. Plus, if you love the sweet smell of bananas, then this is absolutely for you!
I have a full review, if you’d like to hear more.
Repurchase?: I would of loved to, but it has unfortunately been discontinued.
Revolution | Conceal & Define Concealer
The Original Verdict: There was a massive amount of hype around this when it was first released, as it was dubbed the ultimate budget dupe for Tarte Shape Tape. I have the shade C1, and I find it isn’t quite pale enough, so I’ll try the newer, lighter shade of C0.5 next time. I always set my concealers with powder to ensure they won’t crease, and this formula definitely needs to be set. It gives a great medium-to-full matte finish for just £5.
Repurchase? Once I’ve got through some of my other concealers.
Too Faced | Born This Way Foundation
The Original Verdict: This was on my wish list for absolutely ages, and I’m gutted I didn’t try it sooner. It’s pretty much everything I’ve been looking for in a foundation! The only downside is the luxury price tag, and I’ve got through the bottle pretty quickly. The added coconut water is amazing for hydration, which is exactly what my dry skin needs. It leaves a beautiful, subtle, natural glow with amazing medium-to-full coverage depending on how much you’ve applied.
Repurchase? Definitely!
Pixi | Glow Tonic
The Original Verdict: Pretty much everyone raves about this glycolic toner, and it’s clear to see why. At first, I thought £18 was a bit steep for a toner, but for the results, it’s completely worth it. I’ve noticed a massive improvement in my skin; it’s smoother and has a gorgeous glow.
Repurchase? Maybe in the future, but I want to try other toners first. (I actually repurchased this in 2026)
The Body Shop | Coconut Body Milk
Discontinued
The Original Verdict: Since I’ve recently done a full review on this, I won’t go into too much detail here. This is a very lightweight moisturiser, which absorbs quickly, so you aren’t left feeling sticky. It smells amazing, and the scent does linger for a little while which is good.
Repurchase?: I adored this, and I’m super sad that it’s gone.
The Final Verdict
Hitting the bottom of these jars and bottles is always the best feeling. From high street gems like Revolution and Rimmel to luxury splurges like Too Faced, 2018 was a seriously good year for reviewing used up beauty products that made it into my daily routines.
Let’s chat in the comments!
Have you managed to finish any skincare or makeup gems lately? Did you catch the hype for the Revolution concealer or Pixi Glow Tonic back in the day?
Thank you for reading!
Great list of empties. My Conceal and Define emptied really quickly. I have both C1 and C 0.5 and if I want brightening I need the lighter version. I love this concealer too. The Rimmel foundation use to be a favorite but I haven’t used it in awhile.
Jennifer
Thank you! It does seem to be one that goes quickly, but it is a little bottle. I’ll definitely have to look into the lighter one. It’s a great foundation!xx
I love this round-up of empties, the Revolution Conceal and Define is also a favourite concealer of mine but I do agree that it is more medium coverage than full coverage!
Grace xx
Thank you! It’s such a great concealer, especially for the price, and yeah it’s still great coverage, but it isn’t full xx
My gosh I love the packaging of the banana mask, I must admit I’m really a bit too drawn in by packaging. And I personally love the thick and fast mascara as I find it’s one that doesn’t clump on my lids but still gives a good amount of volume
The Quirky Queer
It’s so cute isn’t it haha?! Don’t worry you aren’t the only one, but it’s alright as it works really well too! Really? I really suffered with transfer, when I used it- maybe I’ll have to rethink that one!xx
I loved this empties post! That coconut body milk is going on my list of products to try. I’ve never seen anything like it but it sounds like it will be great. I’ve used the Pixi toner before and really liked it. I also might try the Two Faced setting spray since in this summer heat my makeup doesn’t stay on all day. Thank you for the recommendations! x
x Kara
Thank you so much! It’s an amazing lightweight moisturiser, and it smells amazing too- I hope you like it! It’s a fab toner, isn’t it? Yeah mists like this are great for Summer, as they’re very refreshing xx
I love the Rimmel Lasting Finish Foundation! I always repurchase it as it works so well for my skin. Love an empties post, I’ve never done one as I always forget to keep the empty bottles! x
Tiffany x http://www.foodandotherloves.co.uk
It’s a really great affordable foundation! Glad you love it too. They make an interesting read, and it can be so hard to remember to save everything xx
The Body Shop does some amazing products, and I personally love the Coconut range as well. I’m yet to pick up the Conceal and Define Concealer but every post I read mentioning makes me want to pick it up even more! x Nikita
They really do, and the coconut range is fab! Everyone seems to love it for sure, it’s well raved about xx
omg so many great products !! love ur blog
Thank you so much xx
Every time I tried to pick up the revolution concealer they didn’t have my shade as it was sold out, it’s definitely a sign of a good concealer! I’ve heard so many good things about the coverage but also loads of people talking about it creasing so definitely think you’re right with needing something to set it! This post has also reminded me that I need to pick up my Pixi glow tonic again, I’ve not had it in my routine for ages! xx
That’s so true, and it’s been so hard to get ahold of! Yeah, it definitely needs setting into place. The Pixi Glow Tonic is a fab toner, and I hope you love it again, if you pick it up xx
These are all such nice products! I need to try that L’oreal mascara. I have to agree, I also love it when my mascara gets just a touch drier; especially if it was a bit too wet to begin with. Have you tried the new Too Faced concealer? They say it is a Shape Tape dupe, so I am curious xx
Naya
Thank you, I’m glad you think so! It’s fab, and one a lot of people seem to love. Yes sometimes they work so much better when they dry out a little bit. I haven’t, but I’ve heard the same!xx
I really wanna try the Rimmel foundation. Anything that has moisturizing things in it and works good for dry skin type I already love! Also I’m super lucky because my skin shade isn’t that hard to pick and pretty much every foundation range, no matter how big or small has my shade or something very very similar! <3
It’s a fab foundation, especially for the price! It is great for dry skin, the comfort serum works wonders. I’m glad you’ll be able to find your shade!xx
Really wanna try that Rimmel foundation. Hopefully my dry skin will love it <3
The comfort serum is fab, it’s better suited to dry skin for sure xx
Oooh so many lovely things! I really love the Born this Way foundation, I tried a sample and adored it, I wish I could afford it in full size 😀 I would love to try the Too Faced setting spray too, their products are gorgeous! xx
elizabeth ♡
Thank you! It is such a great foundation, I hope you’re able to get it! The setting sprays are so good too, and they really are!xx
I love reading these and need to write one of these posts asap, it sounds like you’ve used up some fabulous products. I love the sound of the banana sleeping mask and it has lasted a great amount of time too. The Glow Tonic is a product I’ve been meaning to try for the longest time. xxx
Kristy | http://www.thevioletblonde.com/
Empties make an interesting read for sure! Thank you, the mask is really great the packaging is unique and the mask really works. I’ve been loving it, it really helped my skin xxx
Glow tonic really is pretty amazing i cant get over how such a small percentage can a big difference in how your skin looks nothing beats glycolic in my eyes!
It’s such a great toner, it really works! That’s so true xx
I really want to try the Too Faced foundation! And ohh that banana mask, so good for the skin!
http://www.fashionradi.com
It’s such a good one, I regret not picking it up sooner! It’s a great mask, it works so well xx
The Too Faced Foundation is one of my favourites, it leaves such a pretty finish! If you love that one you will love their new peaches and cream foundation it looks stunning on the skin. The Tony Moly Mask sounds so good!
http://www.EmmyWritesAbout.com
It’s so good isn’t it?! I’ll have to look into that one, as I have had my eye on it. It’s a fab mask, it works so well xx
Great empties and products! The banana mask sounds fun
Narhee | Made in Mauve
Thank you! It’s a great mask xx
Your empties always look so pretty and new just sat there! I need to get on the Too Faced bandwagon as I want to try both the hangover spray and the born this way foundation!
Haha, thank you! Too Faced do so many great products xx
So many amazing products in this blog post, I might have to share some of my empties soon because they are stacking up!
Danielle xx
https://www.fashionbeautyblog.co.uk/
Thank you, glad you think so! Empties always make a great post xx
I’ve been meaning to try the Rimmel foundation but have not done it yet… And I thought the same about the Lash Paradise mascara. At first I didn’t love it, but I do really like the glam effect it gives!
Coco| pjsandstuff.wordpress.com
It’s a brilliant foundation, especially for the price. Yeah, it’s definitely one that’s better when it dries a little xx
I am in my first tube of the paradise mascara and it is a really good dupe for the Better than Sex mascara. I really like it.
I’m glad you’re liking it too, and that’s so true!xx
I’ve never done an empties post because I always forget to keep the products or I have so many products I never actually finish anything! I love my conceal and define and I repurchased another two when mine ran out to make sure I never have to go without again! I really want to try that Pixi Glow Tonic it sounds fab!
xx
Remembering to save the empty pots is the hardest part haha! That’s true, it’s something I’m struggling with too. The conceal and define is so good! Don’t blame you for rushing out and stocking up. It’s such a great toner xx
So many great empties. I’m a huge fan of Pixi Glow tonic and the Rimmel Lasting finish. I really want to try the Loreal mascara and Makeup Rev concealer so I’m glad to read you would repurchase! xx
Thank you! It’s a great toner, and such a good foundation too. They’re both really great, and definitely worth the hype. It’s just a shame that the concealer doesn’t last very long xx
I’m all about using inexpensive makeup, so I’m glad you have a mix of drugstore and high quality brands on this list. I really love revolution makeup products and was considering trying out the concealer. Also, the Too Faced Setting spray looks like something that I might like. I will definitely try that one out!! Thank you and happy Monday!
-PerlaGiselle
iamperlita.com | Instagram
Yes, I like using a mix too, it’s nice to talk about a range of prices. Revolution have so many amazing products, and it’s amazing how they keep it all so cheap. The setting spray is fab, and I hope you like it too! Thank you for stopping by xx
I’m so happy to hear that you love the hangover setting spray! I’ve been wanting to try this out and the primer, and I’m so happy to hear you like it! I’m definitely going to stock up on this the next time I need a setting spray! Great post Hannah xxx
Melina | http://www.melinaelisa.com
The Hangover range from Too Faced is one of my favourites, it’s so good for dry skin. I hope you like them too. Thank you xx
I love the sound of that Tony Moly Sleeping Pack, and the packaging is adorable! xx
Gemma Etc. ❤️
It’s amazing, such a great overnight moisturiser and the packaging is so quirky haha xx