Project 10 Pan #2 (Day #16: Wishlist)

Still going strong!  Even through Sephora's VIB sale (20% off)!

Last time, I made it 26 days before caving.  This time, I'm hoping to make it at least one month.

I has not been easy, especially with the following gift sets on sale now:

Bite Beauty Collector's Edition Lip Layers Set ($98)

Glam Glow Gift ($69)

Tarte LipSurgence Collector's Set ($175)

Have you tried any of these?

Project 10 Pan #2 (Day #10)

Ahhhh, so many sales right now!  I've been resisting, but I was on the verge of placing two orders with Sephora and one with Cherry Culture (25% off NYX).  Also, Nordstrom is having their half yearly sale & Clinique bonus time!

I decided to make an exception to my Project 10 Pan.  When I hit -5 lbs, I'll purchase one of the following from my wish list:

• $20 of Lush soap
• Essie Nail Polish Collection Resort 2013 ($17)
• Sephora Favorites Give Me Some Lip ($25)

Have you seen any good deals lately?

Project 10 Pan #2 (Day #8)

 It was much easier to not buy makeup while I was in Maui.  Now that I'm back home, I am constantly tempted by holiday sales & collections!

I was looking at my list to try to estimate how long it will take me to finish.  I think the hardest item to finish will be the Urban Decay Naked 2 Eyeshadow (Verve).  I figure it will probably take me about 4 months to completely finish it.

I purchased this palette from Sephora for about $50 in February and I'm still so in love with it!  Amazing pigmentation and it lasts FOREVER!  

What's your favorite palette?

Project 10 Pan #2 (Day #6)

Hawaii was absolutely amazing and I can't wait to go back!  I'll post some pictures of my trip soon!!  Ryan and I were there to scout out venues for our wedding (next year).  We still haven't settled on where we're going to have the ceremony, but we were able to narrow down our options.

I did finish one of the items on my Project 10 Pan #2 List while I was there!  I used one of the concealers in my 15 Professional Camouflage Concealer Palette.  This palette cost me only $4.56 from Amazon.  Amazing deal!

I actually enjoy these for the price because it does provide full coverage.  Whenever I travel, my face freaks out a bit so I definitely need something that will hide my blemishes!  It does feel a little heavy and makes it hard for my skin to breathe so I don't typically wear these concealers on a daily basis.  They are great for covering up imperfections for a date night or if I know I'll be taking a lot of photos.  Then, as soon as I get home, I like to take it off so my face can get some air!  

One down, nine to go!

• Dior Addict Lip Polish 002 Fresh Expert
• Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette Eyeshadow in Verve
• Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Zero
• Stila Smudge Stick in Tetra
• Caudalie Beauty Elixir 30 mL
• Revlon Lip Butter in Strawberry Shortcake
• Benefit's Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow Foundation Sample
• One Concealer From The 15 Professional Camouflage Concealer Palette
• E.L.F. Essential Hypershine Gloss in Blossom
• Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Protector Finishing Powder

Project 10 Pan #2 (Day #1)

A few months ago, I started trying to finish the makeup I already own before purchasing new products.  The result was a complete and utter failure.

Lately, I have been on a crazy spending spree!  My fiancé saw my miscellaneous lip product drawer and said, "You have enough to last the rest of your life in there."  Sad thing is... he is probably right.

So here goes attempt number two...

Products I Want To Completely Use Up:

• Dior Addict Lip Polish 002 Fresh Expert
• Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette Eyeshadow in Verve
• Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Zero
• Stila Smudge Stick in Tetra
• Caudalie Beauty Elixir 30 mL
• Revlon Lip Butter in Strawberry Shortcake
• Benefit's Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow Foundation Sample
• One Concealer From The 15 Professional Camouflage Concealer Palette
• E.L.F. Essential Hypershine Gloss in Blossom
• Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Protector Finishing Powder

Empties #2

Hello!  Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend!  I've been having a blur of a week (just accepted two jobs) and I'm planning a 40+ person themed party!!  Yikes!

For my empties, I'm sort of cheating because most of my empties are samples.  I just really like trying lots of new products.  I hardly have any "regular" products because I vary my shampoo, conditioner, lotion, foundation, blush, and lip product daily.  This probably isn't a very good thing to do, but it's what I like doing at the moment.

Here are the products I tried and finished:

• My H2O Plus Spa Sea Salt Hydrating Body Butter (from my Project 10 Pan... hooray!!)
• Ojon Rare Blend Conditioner ($34 for full size)  This was one of my favorites!!
• Menza Facial Wash (from August Beauty Army Box)
• Nelson J Argan Oil 7 Non-Foaming Shampoo (also from August Beauty Army Box.  It worked but I want my suds! I actually didn't care for this shampoo because I missed the bubbles.  They help me feel like I'm really cleaning my hair.)
• Bare Minerals Foundation SPF 15 (full size)
• Celine Dion Belong Perfume (sample that I've had since I can't even remember how long, but I won't be purchasing the full size because I really want Jo Malone!)
• Michael Todd Charcoal Facial Scrub (I LOVE! And will keep repurchasing over and over again.  I also received a good size of this in my August Ipsy bag!)
• Lancome Genifique Serum samples (Lancome counters were giving away a week supply of serum samples to try.  I was actually really impressed with this serum!  It was hydrating and did seem to make my skin more radiant!  I have two deluxe bottles so I can continue using it for the next few weeks!!)  

Have you ever tried anything from Ojon?

I Purchased Makeup!

I made it 26 days on Project 10 Pan before finally caving!  Last night I went to Macy's and wandered by the Lancome counter.  I was looking at their Teint Miracle foundation when the salesperson started telling me all the wonderful things about their Teint Idole foundation.  It is 24/hr, has SPF 15, leaves a matte finish, and is better for oily skin!  I was sold.

It retails for $45.  I bought it 15% off, so it was roughly $38.  With taxes, it ended up being roughly $40.  I signed up for the Macy's credit card and received two free gifts and a bonus eyeliner in Black.

Here is what I received for $40:

I'm still going to work on using the items in my Project 10 Pan, but I'm not going to restrict myself from  getting new makeup.  I'm just too much of an addict!!

Project 10 Pan (Day #25: Maybelline Dream Lumi Touch Highlighting Concealer)

Number 5 on my Project 10 Pan list is the Maybelline Dream Lumi Touch Highlighting Concealer in Radient.  This is one of my favorites, but since I don't normally have dark under eye circles I don't use it very often.  However, it is amazing after those wild and crazy nights that can leave their mark the next day!  

I love that it covers blemishes without leaving a cakey, noticeable spot on my face and it also works to brighten the cheekbone area.  Even though I use it to highlight, I still like to use a powder highlighter on top.  I'm especially attached to The Balm's Mary Lou Manizer Highlighter because it adds such a beautiful glow.

While I do really like this product, I probably won't repurchase it ($7.99) because I don't honestly need it.  Maybe I'll pick it up again if I start noticing bags under my eyes, but until then I'll probably just skip this step.  

Do you use concealer under your eyes to brighten the area?

Project 10 Pan: (Day #23: Mac Shopping List)

My Mac Shopping List:    

	Pressed Pigment Light Touch Remove	US$21.00	1                             2                             3                             4	US$21.00
	Lipstick Crème Cup Remove	US$15.00	1                             2                             3                             4	US$15.00
	Paints Stilife Cannot ship to APO/FPO address. Remove	US$20.00	1                             2                             3                             4	US$20.00
	Viva Glam Lipstick Viva Glam VI Remove	US$15.00	1                             2                             3                             4	US$15.00
	Powder Blush / Pro Palette Refill Pan Well Dressed Remove	US$17.00	1                             2                             3                             4	US$17.00
	Cream Colour Base Luna Remove	US$20.00	1                             2                             3                             4	US$20.00
	Mineralize Skinfinish Soft and Gentle Remove	US$30.00	1                             2                             3                             4	US$30.00
		Subtotal:US$138.00 Second Day ShippingUS$0.00

I'm clearly itching to purchase some new items.  These are the products I put in my Mac Cosmetics shopping cart last night.  Some are refills and some I just want to try because I've heard really good things about them.

Further motivation to use up my 10 products so I can go out and get some more!    

Do you have any Mac recommendations?

Project 10 Pan (Day #21: Lancome Gift Time)

Three weeks on Project 10 Pan!  I'm really tempted to break my ban because Lancome is offering a pretty awesome gift if you spend $35 or more at Macy's.  This might be a great time to get another Teint Miracle!!

You get six products in the gift bag including:

• Définicils Mascara
• High Résolution Refill 3X™ Rénergie Multi-Action Absolue Premium BX ORCream SPF 15 Cream SPF 15 Cream SPF 15
• Advanced Genifique Visionnaire Multi-Action Reviva OR Youth Activation Concentrate Advanced Skin Corrector Reviva Concentrate 
• Blush Subtil and Lipstick (cool/pink) OR Blush Subtil and Lipstick (warm/bronze) 
• Tresor OR 
  La Vie Est Belle

Do you like this gift?