Hi guys!

Welcome to this month’s edition of my empties. I’ve got 13 products to chat about, so grab a cuppa and enjoy the read. For anything that’s popped up before, I’ll keep it short and sweet!

Neutrogena Clear & Radiant Face Wash

I’ll keep this short since this is almost always in my monthly empties! I’ve been using it for over 10 years now, and it’s pretty much always my first cleanse. If I’m dealing with a breakout, I’ll even use it for both my first and second cleanse. It’s a permanent staple in my skincare stash.

Byoma Creamy Jelly Cleanser

I first tried a mini of this in my Advent Calendar and really enjoyed it. I loved it so much that I went on to purchase the full size, so I think that answers the repurchase question already! I used it as a second cleanse in the evening or first thing in the morning. It wasn’t drying at all and left my skin feeling really moisturised.

Jorgobé Multi Peptide Lifting Filler

I received this in another Cohorted box and really enjoyed using it. My skin looked and felt noticeably plumper, and it seemed a little smoother too, probably thanks to the 5% hyaluronic filler. I’d definitely buy this again.

Sunday Riley Auto Correct

I got another one of these in my Advent Calendar last year. I’ve used it before and always found it to be a really good eye cream. It’s another nicely hydrating option with different ingredients, and it worked well on any darkness I had.

Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer Illuminating

I got this in my Advent Calendar two years ago, and it really does exactly what it promises. It hydrates beautifully and leaves my skin looking fresh and illuminated. I’ll definitely be repurchasing it.

Oskia Bedtime Beauty Boost

I’ve used many Oskia products over the years, so when this one appeared in my advent calendar, I started using it every night. I really enjoyed it, the texture is super light, it never felt greasy, and my skin looked noticeably brighter in the morning. I’d definitely repurchase it and would happily recommend it.

Drunk Elephant Lala Retro Whipped Cream (Mini)

This was one of the first Drunk Elephant products I ever tried, and I’ve loved it from the start. I’ve repurchased it a few times already, and I’ll definitely keep buying it.

Essence Camouflage Matt Concealer in Light Ivory

I picked this up last year when I needed a light concealer after starting to wear a bit of makeup again following shingles. I have to say, it’s a lovely concealer, matte but not flat, and it didn’t settle into my lines. I’d happily repurchase it, and it’s cheap as chips too!

Milani Conceal + Perfect 2-in1 Foundation in Light Beige

I have to admit, this foundation just didn’t work for me. I bought it based on a recommendation, but my skin never looked its best with it on. It often made me look a bit oily and sometimes even patchy, so it’s not one I’d purchase again.

MUA Intense Lip Liner in Heroic

This was such a lovely, super‑soft lip liner. I love a nude 90s lip, so I paired it with a lighter liner to mix the two and it created the perfect 90s look for all the 90s‑lip girls out there.

Olaplex No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo

I’ve mentioned this before, but this is my go-to shampoo. I absolutely love it, it keeps my hair in great condition. It also lasts forever, I got around two years, if not longer, out of one 2 litre bottle. I’ve already bought another and started using it, so it’s safe to say this is definitely a repurchase for me.

The Smooth Company Smooth Stick

My sister gave me this for Christmas 2024 and told me I needed it,  and she was right! I have a lot of flyaway hairs, and this really does exactly what it promises. It smooths everything down perfectly and is amazing for a slick-back bun or ponytail, lol. It also lasts ages. I already have a new one because my lovely other half surprised me with one for Valentine’s Day.

Living Proof Perfect Hair Dry

I think I got this in my Advent Calendar either last year or the year before, but I had a few other dry shampoos to finish first, so it took me a while to try it. I actually really liked it, it does exactly what it promises and genuinely makes your hair feel clean. I wasn’t the biggest fan of the scent, but it wouldn’t stop me from buying it again.

Kiehl’s Creme de Corps

This is my third bottle, and I absolutely adore this moisturiser. It leaves my skin feeling beautifully hydrated without any greasiness. It’s definitely a product I’d repurchase again and again. It’s a bit of a splurge, but totally worth it.

Sol Janeiro Brazillian Bum Bum Cream

Sol de Janeiro is so popular with the younger crowd right now, but I actually had this ages ago. It’s such a gorgeous moisturiser, it smells divine and keeps your skin feeling soft, hydrated, and nourished. I’d definitely repurchase.

Next Luminate Perfume

I picked this up in Next when I was doing a return and got it for about €4.50, and I ended up loving it. People say it’s a dupe for Prada Candy, but it actually reminds me of something else. I’ll definitely be getting this again in a bigger bottle

Thanks so much for reading, guys! Hope you enjoyed it, and I’ll see you next time.

Kat x