The sample this time was a spell water that I will use in my practice.
This candle is gorgeous! The scent is perfect for spring! Purple is one of my favorite colors (currently LOVING yellow) and I love collecting the heart shaped crystals. Everything about this one was beautifully done. It is the next candle that I will burn once I finish last year’s Feb candle. As I am finishing up this post, my current candle just went out. I love love love the fresh Spring scent as I light this candle. ❤
Please ignore the phone number for Verizon on the page. lol
I love the Sweet Bitch perfume sample. When I need perfume, I’ll get the full size.
The candle is so beautiful this month! It came with a rose and strawberry quartz and garnet bracelet as well. The LOVE charm will be put on a tassel for a keychain that I am making. I cannot wait to burn this candle! The scent is beautiful and sweet.
I absolutely love her candles and will continue to purchase them.
I have been enjoying doing my empties post every month to see the progress that I have made over the past month. That being said, today was a baby month for empties. Usually this means that March will have a lot of empties and I think it will hold true.
Body Care:38 Items
Body Wash: 3
Body Scrub: 4
Deodorant: 3
Witchy Soak: 1 *Grounding bath salts from WBC
Body Lotion: 10 *Some are samples but really need to use them up
Vaseline: 1
Body Oil: 3
Foot Mask: 1
Solid Scrub: 2
Bubble Bars: 2
Self-Tanner: 2
SPF: 1
Body Mask: 1
Highlight: 2
Haircare:28 Items
Shampoo: 2
Conditioner: 2
Scalp Scrub: 1
Hair Oil: 1
Detangler: 1
Beach Wave Spray: 2
Hair Mask: 3 *I’d like to use up 1 more
Shine Spray: 1
Dry Shampoo: 2
Leave-In-Conditioner: 3
Hair Gel: 1
Hair Tint: 1
Hair Sealant: 1
Dandruff Serum: 1
Bond Treatment: 1
Glitter: 3
Mousse: 1
Skincare:50 Items
Face Cleanser: 2
Face Mask: 7 *potted face masks and I need to use these up
Sheet Masks: 12 *Need to do more self-care
Brow Conditioner: 1
Eye Cream: 2
Facial Tanner: 1
Face Cream/Moisturizer: 3
Facial Spray: 1
Serum: 3
Facial Peel: 1
Acne Treatment: 3
Cleansing Pads: 1
Eye Treatment: 1
SPF: 1
Cleansing Water: 1
Makeup Remover: 1
Eye Mask: 1
Eye Serum: 1
Cleansing Oil: 2
Eye Cream: 2
Face Wipes: 1
Makeup: 121 Items
Brush Cleanser: 1
Perfume: 19 *Most are sample sizes that I need to push out of my collection DESPERATELY!
Brushes: 10
Primer: 3
Setting Spray: 8 *Need to finish up a few this year
Foundation: 4 *Would like to use up 2
Pressed Powder: 3
Pressed Highlighter: 3
Makeup Sponges: 15 *Need to start using these.
Brow Gel: 1
Mascara: 2
Lip Scrub: 3
Lip Mask: 3
Lip Gloss: 5
Liquid Blush: 6 *I’d like to use up 2
Liquid Eyeshadow: 1
Lip Balm: 3
Liquid Highlighter: 4
Lipstick: 3
Eye Shadow Stick: 1
Cream Bronzer: 1
Eye Shadow Palette: 4
Highlighter Stick: 1
Loose Setting Powder: 2
Powder Bronzer: 3
Single Glitter: 1
Glitter Eye Primer: 1
Liquid Eyeliner: 1
Eyeliner: 4
Concealer: 1
Powder Blush: 1
Liquid Lipstick: 1
For the Additions: 4 Items
Face wipes, mousse, deodorant – I found these items in my gym bag.
perfume sample
Before the Empties: 231 Items
The shaving cream was never included in my items count as I only ever have 1 and I never buy extra. It’s not a problem category, so it was not included.
After the Empties: 228 Items
Although my numbers did not change much from the last update, I am proud of myself for using up 3 makeup items. I am hoping to see more movement next month. I am still happy with what I was able to accomplish as Makeup is my biggest category that needs to go down.
I am sad to say that I only finished off the little perfume sample, but I know that I will be finishing some of these items in the middle of March, so I will be adding to this project. I have one use left in the lotion, so I am adding two mini lotions. I am also adding my bust boosting lotion as the weather has gotten warmer here. I made significant progress on the scalp scrub and I cannot wait to use it up. I have to shampoo my hair 2-3 times to get all the scrub out, so I haven’t been enjoying it. I did make it by hand in a Herbology class and it did sit around for over a year sealed. I keep thinking I’ll be done with the eye tightening gel, but it just keeps going. I am almost done with the Clinique Moisturizer and it is one that I will cut open to use the rest of it up once it wont come out of the tub anymore.
Here are the items I am working on in March:
March Predictions: I will use up the perfume sample, Lush body Lotion, The Naked Bee Lotion, eye tightening cream, and Clinique face lotion. I may use up the scalp scrub. I will make progress on the Jergens and VS Bust Boost.
I have a tiny update to share, but it is still important to me. I’ve been experiencing so much burn out from my overnight job and starting my internship this week. I love love LOVE my internship. It is my overnight job that is getting me stressed, so I have been putting in applications. I did get an offer to interview for my son’s summer school program. While not a permanent solution, it will be nice to do for 4 weeks. I also am waiting to hear back regarding an interview at his school that is open immediately. I’d love to just quit this job without notice. Any who, let’s get back to the update. Below is what we started with.
I was able to finish off the Bite powder and I rolled in my BECCA powder. I haven’t been wearing makeup lately due to stress and illness, so I feel behind in my project. I’m looking forward to resetting in March and getting my focus back on. I swear that I will hit pan any day on the Becca highlighter. I can see the big dip and I think my new photo shows it pretty well. I need to use the lip gloss more I know, but I did make some progress. I can’t tell with the mascara, blush, or the Dior but I need to use them more. Slight movement in the setting spray as I was concentrating on minis in my other project.
Below is what we are starting in MARCH (forgot the mascara):
I am hoping to finish the powder, lip gloss, and hit pan on the highlighter. It would be nice to also finish the blush and the Dior. I want to make decent progress on the setting spray and the mascara.
This is one of the cutest candles that I have received and a nice start to the new year. I will reserve this candle for when I am doing my shadow work. I plan on doing more of my craft this year and sharing more posts regarding that. The panda is perfect for making my best friend a keychain and another charm for the charm bracelets that I make from these candles. I’m always happy with her items and candles. I will be continuing with this subscription for the foreseeable future.
I always appreciate the perfume and/or candle samples and the pamphlets that come with the candles.
I love the variety of products this time around. The themes have been so adorable and I’ve been happy with every box that I have received so far. I won’t have another one of these to unbox until May, but this gives me plenty of time to try to make a dent in what I have amassed with these boxes. I do see that the subscription has increased in price this year. The price without tax is now $63 from $49.99. This is a pretty significant hike. I am unsure if I will continue with the subscription if there isn’t an added value.
Tote Bag, $18
I love this tote bag and it was a cute addition for the Christmas box. I used it to bag up my best friend’s Christmas gift.
Space Girl Perfume, 0.3 fl oz $26
The scent is super sweet and candy-like. The notes are grapefruit, limon, bergamot oil, and almond essential oil. I thoroughly enjoy this perfume and I tend to spray it on every time I’m at my desk, which is where I keep my makeup and collection of perfumes. I feel like this will be very easy for me to use up, because I enjoy these types of fruity, sweet scents. It isn’t musky or powdery and no floral whatsoever.
Celebrate Body Lotion, 3.5 oz $18
There wasn’t really a scent to this that I noticed. I will use it once I use up my current pot of Lush body lotion. I’m prioritizing the pots over the bottles of lotion as I want to collect the pots as fast as possible to get free fresh face masks. lol
Intergalactic Body Scrub, 10.2 oz $24
The scent is very similar to the perfume. I think this would be fun to use up in the spring/summer months due to the candy fruity scent. I am currently using up an older body scrub, but I will enjoy using up this fun colored one when I can. I have a feeling that it would be moisturizing as well.
Fruit Punch Soap, 3.5 oz $8.75
I’m not a fan of solid soaps, so I gifted this one. The scent was fruity though.
Jingle Spells Bath Bomb, 7 oz $9
This is a huge bath bomb, but again, I gifted this one as I cannot use it with my septic tank system. It disrupts the natural bacteria and enzymes in the tank that breaks up the organic matter in the system.
In total, the value of this box was $103.75 ($68 not including the soap, bath bomb, and tote bag that I gave away as gifts) and I paid $59.45 including shipping and taxes. So, my worth came to about $9 more value than I paid, but the box had a $44.30 value extra over what I paid. I’m very happy with the subscription, but I am weary with the new price increase. This might become something I only get for a few months out of the year like May, July or August, October, November, December, January, and February. That equates to roughly half of the year, because I have to get the May box as it is my birthday month. I might skip May this year, but now we see what we get before we get it. I might look at the products first and decide before buying. I am undecided.
I really love this array of items that was delivered this month. I am keeping and using it all. So far, this box has the best value for me, because I will personally use everything. I’ve been really happy with my Lush purchases and this is no different.
I love the stickers as a bonus item!
Passion Fruit Exfoliating Shower Gel, 8.4 oz $28
I am using this in my shower right now and it is perfect for this time of year. I love the fruitiness and the light exfoliation for daily showering. My winter skin has been suffering, so I have incorporated daily exfoliation including dry brushing my back and backs of my arms where it tends to get bumpy and breakout during the winter months. It doesn’t take care of my KP but I find that daily scrubbing and dry brushing really helps if I stick to it after about a week.
Peachy Ro-se Body Lotion, 3.3 fl oz $16
Once I use up my current Lush body lotion, I will be using this one. The prices still amaze me, but I really have found nothing better, except the Bumbum cream. It has a nice light scent that isn’t too rosy for me.
Tropical Co-Mingle Body Scrub, 3.5 oz $11.95
I love the tropical scent and I am looking forward to using this in my shower during the summer months. It seems like it is a moisturizing body scrub, which is a bit different for me. I might not have to use lotion afterwards. I’ll report back when I do try it out.
Espresso Lip Scrub, 0.7 oz $13.50
Everyone who knows me knows that I love coffee, so a coffee lip scrub is so perfect for me. I am happy to be using this, but I know if I get another, I will most likely be gifting it as it takes a long time to use one of these tubs up.
Oat Milk Latte Body Scrub, 2.5 oz $10.60
I have another solid body scrub, but this one moisturizes as well. I have a whole lot of body scrubs to try out now. This one smells lovely. I usually use a body scrub once to twice a week on my whole body and I use a scrub every time I shower on my legs and my back where I tend to get either ingrown hairs or body acne. It really helps to reduce breakouts in those areas along with dry brushing.
The box had a value of $80.05 and I will be using everything in this one. So, it roughly has a $20 value over what I spent on the box. I am extremely happy with the November box and I cannot wait to show the box that arrived in December.
It has been a crazy month with a lot of usage on many products in my collection. As of writing this post at the beginning of Feb, I already have two more empties. My plan is to shop my stash this year and focus on all of the items that I own. I will be looking over this list anytime I want to purchase anything to see if I have anything in that category and how many items of it that I own. I am hoping to reduce my spending by doing it this way. I also thought it would be interesting to see how my numbers change throughout the year.
Body Care:37 items
Body Wash: 3
Body Scrub: 4
Deodorant: 2
Witchy Soak: 1 *Grounding bath salts from WBC
Body Lotion: 10 *Some are samples but really need to use them up
Vaseline: 1
Body Oil: 3
Foot Mask: 1
Solid Scrub: 2
Bubble Bars: 2
Self-Tanner: 2
SPF: 1
Body Mask: 1
Highlight: 2
Hair Care: 27 items
Shampoo: 2
Conditioner: 2
Scalp Scrub: 1
Hair Oil: 1
Detangler: 1
Beach Wave Spray: 2
Hair Mask: 3 *I’d like to use up 1 more
Shine Spray: 1
Dry Shampoo: 2
Leave-In-Conditioner: 3
Hair Gel: 1
Hair Tint: 1
Hair Sealant: 1
Dandruff Serum: 1
Bond Treatment: 1
Glitter: 3
Skin Care: 49 items
Face Cleanser: 2
Face Mask: 7 *potted face masks and I need to use these up
Sheet Masks: 12 *Need to do more self-care
Brow Conditioner: 1
Eye Cream: 2
Facial Tanner: 1
Face Cream/Moisturizer: 3
Facial Spray: 1
Serum: 3
Facial Peel: 1
Acne Treatment: 3
Cleansing Pads: 1
Eye Treatment: 1
SPF: 1
Cleansing Water: 1
Makeup Remover: 1
Eye Mask: 1
Eye Serum: 1
Cleansing Oil: 2
Eye Cream: 2
Makeup:124 items
Brush Cleanser: 1
Perfume: 20 *Most are sample sizes that I need to push out of my collection DESPERATELY!
Brushes: 10
Primer: 3
Setting Spray: 9 *Need to finish up a few this year
Foundation: 4 *Would like to use up 2
Pressed Powder: 4
Pressed Highlighter: 3
Makeup Sponges: 15 *Need to start using these.
Brow Gel: 1
Mascara: 2
Lip Scrub: 3
Lip Mask: 3
Lip Gloss: 5
Liquid Blush: 6 *I’d like to use up 2
Liquid Eyeshadow: 1
Lip Balm: 3
Liquid Highlighter: 4
Lipstick: 3
Eye Shadow Stick: 1
Cream Bronzer: 1
Eye Shadow Palette: 4
Highlighter Stick: 1
Loose Setting Powder: 2
Powder Bronzer: 3
Single Glitter: 1
Glitter Eye Primer: 1
Liquid Eyeliner: 1
Eyeliner: 4
Concealer: 1
Powder Blush: 1
Liquid Lipstick: 1
For the additions: 6 items
I added in another setting spray. It is a sample that I will add into my project to use up.
I added the blue eyeliner.
I added a perfume sample.
I added up the following products that I found while unpacking the last of my items from the move: 2 perfumes, 1 body lotion, and a body oil.
Before the Empties:237 items
This is my go-to deodorant brand and I love my Lush body washes. I’m not getting another Lush box until my birthday in May, so I have plenty of time to try to use up a good part of what I own and cut down on the clutter.
I love Olaplex and their products. I’m working on using up my hair stash as I know what products I enjoy now and I won’t be purchasing just anything moving forward. I hope Ulta carries Olaplex, because I am going to continue to purchase this product. It is great for my hair. My stylist cannot believe how good the integrity of my hair is after bleaching it for 3 years straight. I owe it all to Olaplex products.
I’m not going to be purchasing face wipes any time soon. I want to use up my cleansing water first and I have a lot of face pads to use up. I’m happy to have finished a facial moisturizer as I still have so many to use up.
I didn’t like the blush. The sponge got gross after 3 months. The Stila eye glitter was used up. The mini setting spray was used up. The eye shadow palette was shattered in the move.
After the Empties:227 items
After 1 month, 10 items are used up and out of my collection. I think those are pretty great numbers for just a month of work. The net month is shorter, but I am hoping to have at least 5 items gone from my collection. I don’t see myself getting anything anytime soon. I’m hoping to not add to my collection until my birthday, because I always splurge a little bit on myself then.
It has been a very successful month for this project pan. I was able to use up 3 out of 5 items. I knew that the scalp scrub would need more time and I have almost used up the little perfume sample. Below is what we started the project with:
The progress for the two remaining items:
The hair scrub is a slow mover. I need to make an effort to do this once every two weeks. I think I only used it once during the month. I’d like to double the usage in Feb. The perfume sample is SO CLOSE to being done.
The new products being added it:
I am hopeful that I will finish up the new mini moisturizer added to the project. I know that this is the last push project, but I need help pushing out sample and mini products which is why this one is in here. I also hope to finish off the eye-tightening cream and the rest of my Lush moisturizer before the next update.
The new lineup:
I went ahead and added another sample perfume and the other fix plus sample, since I think I will finish off the current perfume before the next update. Ideally, the only product that should be remaining at the end of the month is the hair scrub, but the mini moisturizer from Clinique might be there as well.
Home Sweet Phoenix Cove 