2016 Makeup Inventory

I got this idea after watching  Elle S's latest video ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDyrDno8Cfw)

I took this afternoon and went through my makeup to create my own list (of full and deluxe size samples)

Face Primer 5
Eye Primer 6 (includes 5 MAC Paint Pots)
Correctors 4
Lip Primer 2
Foundation 2
Tinted Moisturizer/BB/CC Creams 2
Pressed/Loose Powder 4
Concealer 2
Brow Products 2
Highlighters  (includes 3 in a palette) 12
Eye Shadow Palettes (large and small) 9
z-palettes 2
Single eyeshadows 77
Pigments 3
Eye Shadow Sticks 5
Eyeliner 25
Mascara 1
Blush 9
Bronzer cream/powder 3
Contour Products 3
Lipliner 11
Lipstick (48 are in MAC palette) 80
Lipgloss 4
Lip Balm/treatment 6
Lashes 4 pkgs
Lash glue 1
Tweezers 2
Nail polish 30
Nail treatment 2
Top/Base Coat 3
Setting Spray 2
Lip Scrub 1
Beauty Blenders 2
Eye Brushes 19
Face Brushes 17


After completing this exercise i went ahead and pulled items for the make-up swap next week and items for the trash bin. There are still a few items I'm on the fence with. I don't use often and i may include them in the swap.

Items thus far for the makeup swap:
Eyeshadow 7
Brushes 3
Nail Polish 8
Face Products 2
Lipstick 4

(Maybes: Highlighter, Foundation and Primer)

Tossed in the trash today
Mascara 4
Lash Primer 2
Concealer 1 (+1 thats in my back-to-MAC pile)
Eyeliner 2
Eyeshadow 5

Thoughts....
I definitely don't need any amount of lipstick considering its the one main beauty item I often skip. The MAC de-potting project was a stupid idea. i had so many lipsticks that I decided depotting them i would see the colours i have and use them more. Wrong. I rarely use them.  They have been depotted a year now in July. Im thinking by the end of the summer they will be tossed and i will use the palettes them selves for blush or shadows.

Im not de-potting shadows ever again. I lost most of them in the process and i rarely reach for my z palettes. The only loose/single shadows i like are MAC so I will be keeping them but going forward I'm not going to buy other loose shadows for the z-palette unless its a shade I'm desperately seeking.

Going forward into 2016. I'm going to use what i have and if i don't like it, it will be given away or put in the trash. Im not limiting myself to no new products but when I purchase new things, something needs to come out of the stash to make room.

My 2016 Wish list so far includes
Burberry Cream Blush, foundation/tint, highlighter, eyeshadow quad
Chanel Cream Blush, eyeshadow quad, les beiges foundation, foundation brush and reformulated nail polish
Charlotte Tilbury Matt Revolution lipstick in very victoria and magic eye cream
Guerlain Meteorites booster
Nars Concealer
Bobbi Brown Liquid Corrector in Light bisque
Chantecaille mascara
Lancome deficinials mascara
La mer lip balm

this exercise definitely puts it into perspective...im going to work on a skin care, fragrance and hair care post as well....great way to start spring cleaning!! :)

xo
B

Sephora Favourites-Skin Wonderland

Skincare is something that i tend not to splurge in. When i saw Sephoras kit with all the best sellers i needed to get it. The set retails for $85 and is available in limited quantities (where its a holiday set) in store and online http://www.sephora.com/skin-wonderland-P402974?keyword=skin%20wonderland&skuId=1739382&country_switch=ca&_requestid=207285

What a great opportunity to try skincare products for a fraction of the cost
Included in the set:

Algenist Complete Eye Renewal Balm 0.23oz deluxe sample http://www.sephora.com/complete-eye-renewal-balm-P282938?skuId=1328855&icid2=algenist_lp_geniuscream_can_carousel_brand:algenist_p282938_image
This is the best eye cream that i have ever used. Love it! i have noticed less puffiness and dark circles since i started using it last week. It also absorbs well. Most eye creams i find greasy. This will be an item that i will repurchase. 

Caudalie Divine Oil 15ml sells at Sephora for $10 http://www.sephora.com/divine-oil-P374502?skuId=1508969&icid2=caudalie_lp_divine_carousel_brand%3Acaudalie_p374502_image
Im not a fan of face oil so i plan on trying this on my body and hair. I haven't tried this yet, it might be very lightweight and not greasy for the face. 

Clarins Shaping Facial Lift Wrap 15ml is a deluxe sample. http://www.sephora.com/shaping-facial-lift-wrap-P393064?skuId=1682186
Described as a soothing cream-mousse mask to relieve redness and puffiness due to fluid retention caused by fatigue, an unbalanced diet, heat, or stress. It also has an interesting suggested usage: Apply a thick layer of the cream-mousse mask to the lower part of the face and neck/ Leave on for 10 minutes/Tilt your head and allow its full weight to rest in your hand/Repeat four times on each side and Rinse well with cold water.

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta media spa peel 1.5ml is the equivalent of one of the four included in this set that retails for $44 (therefore worth approximately $11) http://www.sephora.com/alpha-beta-medi-spa-peel-P388621?skuId=1722495
Created by a dermatologist this product is a clinical-grade weekly peel, inspired by the service menu at Dr. Dennis Gross' NYC medi-spa, to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and pores, even skintone, and resurface skin. Step 1 is a presoaked peel pad to gently nourish and rejuvenate the skin, while the Step 2 Firming Peptide Milk neutralizes the skin and enhances acid benefits. I can't wait to see the difference in my skin after using this. 

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream 1oz is a deluxe sample and half the size of the smallest available in this product from Sephora http://www.sephora.com/ultra-repair-cream-intense-hydration-P381145?skuId=1479054. It puts the value of this around $7.50
This cream is for anyone with severely dry, scaly skin due to harsh winter weather, aggressive cosmetic treatments, or any of the following conditions: atopic dermatitis, irritant eczema, allergic eczema, and keratosis pillars. Im prone to eczema in the winter and i hate using steroid creams. Looking forward to testing this out. 

Fresh Soy Face Cleanser 20ml is a deluxe sample http://www.sephora.com/soy-face-cleanser-P7880?skuId=1059880
A bestselling cleanser that instantly whisks away impurities and makeup—even mascara—and is the product with which Fresh pioneered the use of soy in the beauty industry (soy is a popular ingredient in Aveeno products). i have heard nothing but great things about this cleanser and am looking forward to testing it out. 

Josie Maran Cosmetics Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter in Apricot Vanilla 2oz is a deluxe sample http://www.sephora.com/whipped-argan-oil-body-butter-P287700?skuId=1416916
I absolutely love this product! favourite body butter ever. I have more details in a previous Josie Maran post. Check it out :) 

Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist 1oz is a deluxe sample http://www.sephora.com/rosewater-balancing-mist-P395760?skuId=1430032&icid2=jurlique_editors_picks_carousel_ca_brand:jurlique_p395760_image
Jurlique's Rosewater Balancing Mist is designed to restore, tone, and hydrate the skin in one simple spritz.
I love toners. This one is supposed to be fantastic. Will be tough to beat my all-time favourite by Lush "Breath of Fresh Air" http://www.lush.ca/Breath-of-Fresh-Air/9999902359,en_CA,pd.html

Kate Summerville Skincare ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliator 0.5oz
this size sells for $27 http://www.sephora.com/exfolikate-intense-exfoliator-P376070?skuId=1417732&icid2=kate_somerville_lp_bestsellers_carousel_ca_brand%3Akate%20somerville_p376070_image
This is Kate's top-selling product and apparently the next best thing to seeing Kate in the Clinic! Its an at-home facial for fantastic, instant results. This signature formula works both physically and enzymatically to deliver safe, dramatic results in one application. It effectively combats acne and blackheads, reduces discoloration, and polishes skin for a smooth complexion. Cant wait to try!! FYI Some sephora locations have a mini 100 point perk sample of this product

L'Occitane shea butter hand cream 10ml is a deluxe sample. 
http://www.sephora.com/hand-creams-P307907?skuId=482497&icid2=loccitane_lp_bestsellers_carousel_brand:l'occitane_p307907_image
This is a very heavy cream and i like using it on my feet. i prefer the lighter hand creams that they make (Cherry Blossom is my absolute favourite). 

Nude Skincare ProGenius Omega Treatment Rescue Oil 10ml is a deluxe sample
http://www.sephora.com/progenius-omega-treatment-rescue-oil-P396493?skuId=1684489
Progenius Omega Treatment Rescue Oil is an all-natural, featherweight formula featuring bakuchiol—nature’s answer to retinol without the negative side effects. It helps repair and refine texture for satiny, flawless-looking skin. I hate retinol products. i find them very irritating on my skin. Hopefully this isn't too greasy and worth using. Apparently you apply lightly like you would apply a retinol product so it might not be too bad.

OleHenriksen Sheer Transformation 0.25oz is a deluxe sample and half the size of the smallest available in this product from Sephora http://www.sephora.com/sheer-transformation-P42342?skuId=1600295 which puts the value at approximately $9. It's a great light moisturizer that i have been using overnight this week. 

"Skin feels fresh, healthy, and bright with this lightweight moisturizer's silky whipped texture that melts into skin. A potent blend of actiwhite™, licorice, and vitamin C help fade dark spots, even skintone, and prevent premature signs of aging while botanical fruit acids gently exfoliate and retexturize. The calming blend of sandalwood, geranium, and chamomile soothes, balances, and purifies the skin to minimize pores while glycerin lightly hydrates. Sugar cane and multifruit AHAs gently exfoliate to refine texture, even tone, and soften the look of fine lines as vitamin C brightens and provides antioxidant protection from environmental aggressors. Vitamin E heals, restores, and nourishes the skin, leaving you with a healthy-looking, smooth, refreshed complexion"

Definitely a contender for my favourite moisturizer!! 

Ren Instant Firming Beauty Shot 10ml is a deluxe sample http://www.sephora.com/keep-young-beautiful-tm-instant-firming-beauty-shot-P391761?skuId=1671270&icid2=ren_lp_keep_young_and_beautiful_carousel_brand:ren_p391761_image
A daily gel-serum that instantly visibly firms and lifts, plumps, primes, and contours skin, under and over makeup. 
I don't think i will try this on top of my makeup though?? 

Shiseido Benefiance Wrinkle Resist 24 Pure Retinol Express Smoothing Eye Mask 1 packet/2 sheets is a deluxe sample and 1/3 the size of the smallest available in this product from Sephora http://www.sephora.com/benefiance-wrinkleresist24-pure-retinol-express-soothing-eye-mask-P173619?skuId=1594118 which value around $7 These eye masks work to dramatically reduce the appearance of wrinkles in the eye area in as little as 15 minutes. While brightening and minimizing dark circles, they plump the skin with hydration and refine texture for softer, smoother, healthier-looking skin. Hopefully the retinol doesn't irritate my eye area....will update as i test it out. Out of stock online....must be good if its sold out??

SK-II Facial Treatment Mask 1 mask 1.65oz
is a deluxe sample. Currently not available for sale on the Sephora Canada website. So if you like it you will have to find somewhere else...
I read a couple of Nordstrom reviews and apparently its amazing and give instant results! wow worth trying it out
http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/sk-ii-facial-treatment-mask-10-pack/3150059

Sunday Riley good genes lactic acid treatment 10ml
Gentler than OleHenriksen Flash Lemon Peel (which works and is awesome) this deluxe sample is a pretty good one http://www.sephora.com/good-genes-treatment-P309308?skuId=1418581&icid2=sundayriley_lp_bestsellers_can_carousel1_brand:sunday%20riley_p309308_image
This hydrating treatment is formulated with key ingredients that plump the look of fine lines to reveal brighter, renewed skin, and support natural circulation to create a smooth, vibrant complexion. Long term use will help restore damaged skin, reduce hyperpigmentation and scars, reduce the depth and number of lines and wrinkles, even out skintone, and increase skin firmness. Can be used daily, morning and evening, by applying one pump of serum to the entire face, avoiding eye area, before other treatments and moisturizers/ can also be applied as an immediate transforming peel by massaging five pumps of the serum to face and leaving for 20 minutes before rinsing/ mixed with Ceramic Slip Cleanser and used as a mask. Apply to the face for 10 to 30 minutes for an instant radiance boost. I love this product and will be purchasing!

Love these kits! i definitely recommend this one

Sephora Favorites- Superstars 2015

Labeled as the ultimate beauty haul, Sephora's 2015 superstars favourite collection offers a lot for your money. At $90 it features full size, travel size and deluxe samples http://www.sephora.com/superstars-P400846?skuId=1736339

From primer to tools, eye shadow to mascara, this 13 piece beauty kit contains Sephora's must haves:

Beauty Blender
The coveted makeup up sponge is amazing. Blends foundations so well. 
It currently retails for $28 and is available on Sephora Canada and in most Sephora stores ( In St Johns, NL you can also purchase at Landells Clinic or The Signature Salon) http://www.sephora.com/beautyblender-P228913?skuId=1151869&icid2=beautyblender_bestsellers_carousel_ca_brand:beautyblender_p228913_image

Benefit They're Real Mascara
This mascara is very popular. It definitely gives you that faux lash look without the glue. Im not a fan because i find it hard to remove (even with their special remover). Included in this set is a 0.1oz deluxe sample. If you like this mascara you can purchase at Sephora or Shoppers Drug Marts Beauty Boutiques (Optimum points!!) http://www.sephora.com/they-re-real-lengthening-volumizing-mascara-P289307?skuId=1395482

Clinique Chubby Stick Sculpting Highlight 
This is a full size product 0.21oz http://www.sephora.com/chubby-stick-sculpting-highlight-P393634?skuId=1674720 and part of the reason i was drawn to this set. i have been wanting to try this. its amazing!! perfect! and layering the Laura Mercier matte highlight = perfection. It retails for $26 and can be purchased at Sephora, Shoppers Drug Mart or Sears. 

Lancome Drama Liquid-pencil 
This black eyeliner is full size 1.2g and retails for $31 http://www.sephora.com/dramaliner?skuId=1727460 this liner promises not to budge for 24 hours and comes in a ton of different colours. if it lives up to the hype i will definiflty pick up some more shades. I wish Sephora threw in a different shade besides black (they included a black liquid liner so something different would have been better). 

Laura Mercier Matte Radiance Highlight
A deluxe sample of the brands top seller http://www.sephora.com/matte-radiance-baked-powder-compact-P379031?skuId=1522184 its shimmery but not too heavy. it works well onto of cream highlighters for strobing 

Makeup Forever Step 1 Skin Equalizer-Hydrating Primer
This product is on my list of items to try. i don't have many makeup forever products and i have heard nothing but good things about the line http://www.sephora.com/step-1-skin-equalizer-P393965?skuId=1688837
They have so many primers to choose from. A 0.16oz Hydrating deluxe sample is included in this kit. Mattifying is definitely on my list to try.

Nars Cosmetics-Dual Intensity Eyeshadow
This kit includes a 0.05oz full size of the shimmering topaz shade Himalia. I have never been a fan of Nars shadows in the past but i have not yet tried the silky dual intensity formula http://www.sephora.com/dual-intensity-eyeshadow-P387263?keyword=NARS%20Dual-Intensity%20Eyeshadow%20P387263&skuId=1614452&country_switch=ca&_requestid=200613 This shadow retails for $36

Smashbox Primer Water
I love this product and i was going to pick up the 1.0oz travel size anyway. so when i saw it in this kit with all the other goodies......i had to get it!! It retails for $15 http://www.sephora.com/smashbox-photo-finish-primer-water-P392347?skuId=1689421 I have only seen the travel size at Sephora. the larger size however you can get at Shoppers where they sell smashbox. 

Stila Cosmetics Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner in Intense Black
This is a full size product 0.16oz that retails for $29 http://www.sephora.com/stay-all-day-waterproof-liquid-eye-liner-P253818?skuId=1221084 i haven't tried this product before but i have heard that its good. it comes in a bunch of different colours which is fantastic if it holds up (i love grey eyeliner and they have a shade alloy that looks super nice. i was surprised of the lack of purple shades).

Tarte Sculptor Contouring Face Slenderizer in Park Ave Princess
This includes a 1.22oz deluxe sample of the contour stick. Park Ave princess is the lightest of the three available sides http://www.sephora.com/the-sculptor-contouring-face-slenderizer-P385762?skuId=1604925

Tarte The Slenderizer Bamboo Contouring Brush
A mini version of the bamboo brush for use with the contour stick. The full size version is  duel ended http://www.sephora.com/the-slenderizer-bamboo-contouring-brush-P385763?skuId=1605062 This cute little brush is awesome for travel. 

Touch in Sol Stretch lash effect mascara
this includes a 7g full size mascara that retails for $25 http://www.sephora.com/stretchex-stretch-lash-effect-mascara-P393964?skuId=1697721 i haven't heard of this brand but the polymer formula is supposed to give the look for false lashes. 

Urban Decay eyeshadow in Lounge
this 1.5g full size product retails for $22. its a super popular red/green duo chrome shade and its constantly out of stock online. http://www.sephora.com/eyeshadow-P309813?skuId=1704493 

This is a great deal! i get some awesome samples, travel sizes of my favourite products and a new beauty blender! If you love makeup  I recommend this holiday kit
-B

My favourite nude lipliners

Often I apply liner with balm on top instead of lipstick. Of my small collection my favourite is MAC subculture liner. It matches my natural lip colour perfectly. 

Left to right: Burberry nude beige, MAC subculture, MAC boldly bare, Essence In the Nude, MAC staunchly stylish, MAC whirl, MAC morning coffee. 

Mac Pro pencils last longer but are super drying on my lips. I need MAC prep + prime lip before applying. Other pencils I can get away with Guerlain kiss kiss lip lift ( a drier lip primer). I usually just apply primer and pencil then go. Sometimes I want a little extra like a plumper or gloss. My favourites are YSL vernis a levres plump up, Dior gloss or YSL tint in oil. 

Recommendations for liners? Let me know. I love trying new things 💕

YSL Beauty

YSL is a gorgeous luxury beauty line. Both the packaging and the product is fantastic! This is my favourite high end brand. 

My favourite product from the line is their volupte sheer candy (the three silver lipsticks) they are my most used lip products. Mositurizing, sheer tint, smell delicious...it's like grown up lipsmackers. Now that sephora is open here in Newfoundland I will be picking up more. 

The rouge volupte and rouge volupte shin lipsticks are crazy pigmented. I need to apply by blotting or with a lip brush. The lipgloss and tint oil have the same scent as the sheer candy.

I have only tried one polish. I picked it up because I loved the colour. I wear it a lot. It's a great grey neutral.  

Eyeshadow. I took the plunge after seeing some awesome posts on Instagram and ordered a palette from sephora. I went with pure chromatics wet dry shadow no 9. Two shades (taupe and champagne) are metallic, pigmented and blend able. They look great together. The other two shades ( gold and grey are matte with glitter flecks. Looking forward to switching some more. 

Mascara. I'm trying a sample of baby doll and I just picked up shocking yesterday at the sephora Avalon opening. Great mascara! Very pleased with my purchase

Also yesterday I picked up the new touché eclait blur perfecting primer. After reading reviews on sephora I had to try it for my self. Looking forward to pairing it with my current foundation, which is le teint encre de peau from YSL.  I'm super picky about foundation. I never wore it for years because I could not find one that was sheer enough for me. I don't like full coverage at all. I used Armani luminous silk for years but it I was using the wrong shade ( I got a close as I could I'm the line. I loved the formula and it didn't make me break out but it was too yellow on me). Last October, while in Halifax on holidays I went to sephora and had them try a bunch of different foundation on me and I really liked this YSL one so I decided to buy it. I hope they keep making it because it's fantastic. 

Touché eclait is an iconic YSL product. I have no 2. I use to highlight my face and line around my lips to make them look bigger. It's definitely worth the money. Trying the blur perfector balm now. It's great for mattifing the t zone without looking chalky. It removed my makeup when I applied during the day. I could have blotted too hard with the sponge it came with. I'm going to have to look up some videos on YouTube about how to use it properly. 

What YSL products do you recommend ? Let me know in the comments 

-B