July Empties 2024 for the Face, Body & Hair

Purchased & Press Samples (Affiliate Links)

I only managed to finish up 6 products in the month of July, and 5 were full-size and one was a travel size. I somehow thought that I was going to finish more skincare products, but it is now clear that won't be until the end of August. I thoroughly enjoyed using the products that I did manage to finish this month, and wanted to share my thoughts about each of them.

Spongellé Apple Blosso Body Wash Infused Body Buffer ($18.00 from Spongellé): These buffers with built-in body wash are infused with extracts of yuzu, edelweiss and vetiver root to cleanse, exfoliate, massage, and hydrate the skin. The refreshing fragrance features top notes of citrus tonic, watery pear, red apple. While the middle noted are a lovely floral medley composed of freesia, muguet and peony petals. The base notes may seem intense, but the musk, amber crystal and soft patchouli become warm and creamy when offset by the fruit and florals from the top and middle notes. Purchase Again? This one is a must-have for me!

Spongellé For the Two of Us | Sugar Dahlia Heart Buffer ($14.00. Currently on sale for $10.00 from Spongellé): "Send a love letter with Spongelle’s For The Two Of Us Heart Buffer in Sugar Dahlia. Perfect for travel, these heart-shaped body wash infused buffers will cleanse, exfoliate, massage and love your skin." The smell of this buffer is delectable, the top notes are composed of Citrus Nuances, Solar Accord, the middle notes are a delightful amalgam of Midnight Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, Freesia, Muguet, Neroli, and the base notes are a lovely musk. Purchase Again? I have another one that I will open before too long! 

Spongellé Mini Buffer Bits in Chiffon Rose ($10.00 from Spongellé): These darling buffers are inspired by tiny donut holes, these Body Wash Infused Buffer  Bits are available in four delectable scents (Jasmine Brûlée, Burnt Sugar, Cocoa Bon and Chiffon Rose). The dual-sided mini buffers are the perfect size for precise deep-cleansing, softening cuticles, nails, heels or any other areas of the body with small dry patches. They feature a special soft cleansing surface on one side and a gentle textured exfoliation on the other. Each Buffer Bit is infused with skin-softening triple butter and exfoliating sugarcane extract. Spongellé always makes impressive, covet-worthy products, and these are really fantastic, and I love to use them after gardening! Purchase Again? Yes!

shu uemura art of hair muroto volume lightweight hair mask ($73.00 for 6 oz. from shu uemura art of hair and Sephora): This is a truly luscious luxe hair mask that is very nourishing and hydrating, and it fights frizz, enhances shine and leaves hair very manageable. It has a light and clean aroma that is quite pleasant, but it isn't long-lasting. This was a pure joy to use, which tends to be my experience whenever I use their haircare products. Purchase Again? I am using up more of their conditioners from other collections before I purchase this again, but I would happily use it again in the future!

Erno Laszlo Phelityl Pre-Cleansing Oil ($67.00 for 6.4 oz. from Erno Laszlo and Nordstrom): This is a nourishing cleansing oil, with a comforting light and warm aroma, that is supposed to be massaged into dry skin. It removes makeup and dirt and helps to dislodge debris from clogged pores. After a few minutes of massaging the oil into the skin you dip your chosen Erno Laszlo cleansing bar (my choice is their Sea Mud Deep Cleansing Bar reviewed HERE) into a basin of warm water, then rub the bar on your oily face. Water activates the creamy lather and it deeply cleans the skin without any stripping (the oil acts as a buffer). Laszlo purists, like me, use the old splashing method which involves 20 splashes in the filled basin and then 10 splashes with fresh running water (the water should not be too hot). The end result is extraordinarily clean, soft skin that isn't in the least bit stripped. This is an amazing cleansing oil, and I had forgotten how much I had loved it, and the extent to which it is extraordinarily effective. Purchase Again? Probably not because I have far too many cleansing oils.

LAVANILA The Healthy Deodorant in Pure Vanilla ($12.00 for 2 oz. and $8.00 for the travel size from LAVANILA, Amazon and Target): is a wonderful healthy deodorant formula that is effective, smells delicious and offers long-lasting protection. Available in a nice range of scents, their scrumptious smelling Healthy Deodorants offer odor protection all day long, and the healthy ingredients condition the skin. 

If you are seeking an antiperspirant, then be advised that this does not prevent sweating. This has been my favorite healthy deodorant for many years now, and I will use it as long as LAVANILA makes it. It applies to the skin effortlessly, without tugging, and it never leaves a residue or stain on the clothes. This is a cruelty-free brand and their deodorants are free of aluminum and parabens.

The Pure Vanilla scent is warm and creamy perfection, and wearing the deodorant and fragrance together is delectable! Purchase Again? I already opened another full size one of these gems!

Overall Assessment: While I didn't finish up as many products as I had hoped, I am happy that I was able to recycle a few more containers this month, and finish open products before they went bad. What did you use up, toss out, give away or return in July? Any great discoveries? Any huge disappointments?

Purchased and Press Sample (Affiliate Links). All views expressed are categorically my own. 

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