
At the end of every month, I usually post my monthly favorites. At first, I noticed almost everything I listed for my June favorites was part of my latest skincare routine. So I decided to save that for another post. For today, I’m going to share my June 2016 product empties. I don’t know why, but I always seem to run out of everything AT. THE. SAME. TIME. It’s frustrating and can get expensive but I also feel accomplished whenever I use an entire product. So here’s what products I finished this month!
June 2016 Product Empties

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St. Ives Naturally Soothing Oatmeal & Shea Butter Fresh Hydration Lotion
I hate to admit this but my skin tends to get really dry because I get too lazy and forget to apply lotion… Until I discovered the St. Ives Naturally Soothing Oatmeal & Shea Butter Fresh Hydration Lotion. It’s an aerosol spray-on lotion, which makes it a lot easier to apply. Not to mention, it’s fast-absorbing so your skin instantly feels soft and smooth! I hate thick, creamy lotions because I feel greasy afterward but this formula is perfect for lazy girls like me! I’m definitely going to pick up another bottle and I urge you to check it out as well.
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Philosophy Take a Deep Breath Moisturizer
I’ve been using the Philosophy Take a Deep Breath moisturizer every night to help with my dryness. And let me tell you, it works wonders. I love that it’s lightweight and more like a gel than a cream. Its consistency makes it a lot easier for my skin to absorb. If you have dry skin and you’re looking for something lightweight, the Philosophy Take a Deep Breath moisturizer is a great product.
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Boots Botanics Mattifying Toner Shine Away
The Boots Botanics Mattifying Toner Shine Away is another product I’ve been using since wintertime and finally ran out of. It definitely helped mattify my face. The Boots Botanics Mattifying Toner Shine Away also helps clarify and absorb excess oil. So it’s ideal for people with oily or combination skin. But now I’m looking for something that tightens my pores and helps exfoliate my skin.
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Bath & Body Works “Blushing Tulips & Peonies” Gentle Foaming Hand Soap

I love floral scents and this soap quickly became my absolute favorite from the Bath & Body Works collection. I went through this pretty fast but luckily, Bath & Body Works recently had their semi-annual sale and I went back to stock up on this sweet, floral-scented soap.
Smashbox Studio Skin 15 Hour Wear Hydrating Foundation
I’ve been using the Smashbox Studio Skin 15 Hour Wear Hydrating Foundation for about a year now. I love it so much, I believe this is my third bottle of it. Here in California, it gets really hot during the summer. And I sweat a lot. But this foundation stays put and I don’t feel gross at all. You can definitely say it’s a holy grail product.
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It Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC Cream with SPF 50+

This is another one of my favorite products! On lazy days when I don’t feel like wearing too much makeup, I apply It Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC Cream with SPF 50+ and I still have full coverage. I’m definitely going to buy a replacement soon.
Maybelline Fit Me Concealer

Another one of my absolute favorite products! I use the Maybelline Fit Me concealer to highlight and cover blemishes. It stays put and blends well with the rest of my makeup. I already bought a replacement!
What were your June 2016 product empties?
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astruewc
Never seen the lotion spray before, will have to check it out! Which color do you use for the maybelline fit me concealer? I have Nars concealer in light and was thinking about trying something else.
Avec Valerie
astruewcI love the NARS concealer! And the Maybelline fit me concealer is a great dupe for it. I use the shade “sand” π
HayleyTaylor
I’ve been meaning to try the Philosophy moisturiser for ages! Think you’ve just convinced me to get it.
Love Botanics. Defo an affordable brand that actually works. Great post! βΊοΈ?xx
Avec Valerie
HayleyTaylorYes, you have to try the Philosophy moisturizer!! It’s one of my favorites and instantly hydrates your skin, especially when it’s dry during the winter time. And I love Botanics as well π
chestnutandacorn
This is such a great post idea! And a much more accurate review when you’ve used the product up! xx
Avec Valerie
chestnutandacornThank you for your lovely comment! And you’re right, it is a more accurate review of the product when I’ve used it in its entirety. x