Just to keep myself sane and motivated throughout my no-buy/project-pan, I am putting together a wish list. These are the products I will allow myself to buy when I have used up or hit pan on a significant amount of products I own from the related category.

I am planning to transition to non-toxic beauty products so this is my wish list!

Body care
Chocolate Sun Cocoa Fleur tanning atomizer - hopefully I can get it shipped to Australia!

Butter London 8-Free Nail Lacquer (Mum's the word) - I rarely ever wear nail polish and I've never had my nails done. When I do paint my nails I often go for nude shades or a deeper pink mauve shade. I already own a nail polish by Mineral Fusion but would like to try other brands.

Makeup
Ecco Bella Blush - I want to store face/eye products in a z palette type of case. These blushes come just as the pan and don't contain talc (something I find breaks me out when worn too often). I am also someone that doesn't need multiple blush shades so I hope to find my perfect shade then only ever have to repurchase refills.

Lily Lolo pressed bronzer (Montego Bay) - This is one of the pressed bronzers I've found that have natural ingredients as most seem to be loose. The Urban Decay bronzer that I love has a sheen/slight shimmer to it so I thought this would be the perfect healthy alternative.

100% Pure anti-ageing Pomegranate Lipstick (Foxglove) - of course I am mentally planning an entire new non-toxic lipstick collection. Lips is my favourite category however, I've noticed I only reach for the same few shades. I love the packaging and shade of this lipstick so it will definitely join my collection.

Luk Beauti Food Lip Nourish Natural Lipstick (Tea Rose & Pink Juniper) - of course I couldn't pick one shade so I've added two very similar ones to my list. I may even pick up a few shades for the purpose of reviewing and swatching. I didn't find much on this brand but I love what they're all about and their ingredients. Also the packaging kind of reminds me of the Too Faced lipsticks, which I love the style of.

Eco Minerals Flawless Foundation - I have tried multiple organic, natural and toxic free complexion products already. I am currently using some by Lily Lolo, Scout Cosmetics, Hynt Beauty and have used ones by Inika Organic and Adorn Cosmetics in the past. I will eventually purchase a liquid foundation but there are so many that I need to do more research. One base product I am sure I want to try is this flawless foundation (powder) by Eco Minerals. The thing that has drawn me in is that they offer refills so I could just top up my existing packaging, less waste makes me happy! They also offer samples so I could easily pick out a few shades to find my perfect one.

Eye of Horus Brow Define Dysnasty (medium) - I am an eyebrow powder lover but I do enjoy the ease of a pencil with an attached spoolie. This looks similar to everyone's favourite ABH brow wiz or the NYX one. I've only ever tried the one by NYX and liked it so I'm excited to eventually use this.

Vapour Organic Beauty Luminous Foundation - Just the fact that this foundation has luminous in its title and is housed in a stick format makes me want it.

Fragrance
La Vanila perfume - this brand has always caught my interest but I own way too many perfumes to buy another. Whenever the day comes where I need a new perfume, this is at the top of my list.

That is my current wish list/plans for future purchases. I am thinking of doing an update on this post, maybe next year to see what I actually purchased and if I ended up liking it, or prefer another green beauty product etc. Also, I will track my transition via Instagram and my blog so keep an eye out for future posts.

I love watching tag videos and while I watch them I always answer them, even when I'm not tagged. So I thought i'd pop it into a blogpost for anyone that may be interested in my answers. This tag was created by Lisa.

1: What kind of eye primer do you use and why? Liquid eye primer or shadow stick?
I don't tend to use primer or even concealer for my eyelids, which may be weird for some of you. I don't find that my shadow wears off or creases when I just use shadows in comparison to when I use some bases.

I do however, use the left over foundation on my brush over my eyelids to get an even layer then I always set with a white or light beige shade.

2a: What colour eye shadow makes you feel bold and pretty at the same time?
Gold! I usually only ever do matte eyeshadow looks. If you saw my project pan or follow me on Instagram you would know I adore the Tarte Tartelette in Bloom palette. I always reach for the lighter matte shades. Whenever I have an event or a party I like to do a gold smokey eye or halo eye. It is very different to what I usually do so it is bold for me, but the sparkle also makes me feel pretty.
2b: What eye shadow colour do you least like to wear and why?
Bright colours - pink, green, blue, yellow, red. I am not someone that ever reaches for colour when it comes to my eyes. I have pretty hooded eyes so I don't see a purpose for doing fun looks when it is 99% hidden unless I blink. I don't own any "fun" colours either because I know I would never reach for them.
3: Do you wear liquid or pencil eye liner? black or brown liner?
Neither. There is just something about liner in general that I do not like on myself. If I use it then it pretty much covers my entire visible lid space, or if I use it in my water line I feel like it is way too dark. Keep in mind I tend to do really natural looks and never use bottom mascara either so a brown or black water line would look odd.
4: Covergirl or Maybelline mascara?
Once again, neither. They both test on animals. I enjoy Urban Decay Perversion mascara or Inika Long Lash Vegan mascara.
5: If you could have your brows permanently done or not wear any blush for the rest of your life which would you choose?
Definitely brows. I only have half eyebrows as my tails are very very sparse. If they were already done for me it would be great!
6: Does your best friend or you wear more makeup?
About the same! I tend to do less "dramatic" (smokey eyes etc.) looks though.

7: Who taught you how to do makeup?
Mainly youtube but also picked up a few things from my aunty.
8: Are you a fan of cream products? (Blush, bronzer, contour, etc?) why or why not?
Yes!!! I have dry skin so cream products really help my makeup less cakey and more "natural" looking. I find it sits a lot better on my particular skin type and you can adjust the amount you want so easily.
9: Are you a project panner? what projects are you in right now?
I am proud to say that yes I am for the first time this year. I am doing a basic project pan where I selected a few products out of my collection. I'm not sure if I want to make it a rolling pan so when I use up one thing I bring in another.
10: Setting spray: Do you believe in it? Which is your holy grail?
I don't not believe in setting spray but I also don't think it's absolutely necessary. In the past I have enjoyed the Urban Decay All Nighter and in the future I hope to purchase a Mario Badescu one. For the time being I am using the NYX Dewy setting spray or a Swisse one.

What are your responses to these questions? I'd love to know!

I think the 1st week of every month will be a good time to post my updates so here is my first one! I actually started my project pan a tad earlier than I posted the introduction so I have had a month and a bit to work on the products - keep this in mind when you see my progress.

I have some exciting news to share with you all in terms of progress. But before I jump in to the check in I just wanted to mention a change I am making to how I will do this project. I have decided that every time I reach a goal on a product I will swap it out for another one. Just to ensure I am rotating my collection and not ignoring it for an entire year.

Now for the update...

Eyeshadow palette - Tartelette in Bloom

My goal for this palette was to use up flower child and pan two other shades. Because I did so well on this palette quite quickly, I did a poll on my Instagram asking if I should attempt a pan that palette or exchange for another one. Despite pan that palette winning the poll, after some thought I think it is best I swap in another palette.

I ended up reaching all my goals for this palette. I used up flower child completely. I was so excited when this happened because I have never used a shadow up before. Not long later I hit pan on smarty pants and only last week I hit pant on charmer. I am tempted to continue using this palette because I love it but I've rarely used the Carli Bybel x BH Cosmetics palette since it is new to me, so I am swapping that in.

Bronzer/Highlighter - Urban Decay Naked Flushed

Unfortunately, one day when I went to use the highlight the bronzer crumbled a little. I am considering repressing the bronzer with the highlight on the left side of the pan but I've never done it before and don't want to disturb the blush. I'm not sure what I will do about that but my progress has been going well. Visually you can see I have expanded the pan on both shades but I am not in any hurry to use this up so I am happy with the progress. I do wish it didn't break but oh well, it's well loved.

Brows - Chi Chi Brow Pomade

I didn't have a set goal for this product and what I have learnt already is that a little goes a long way. It will be pretty impossible for me to ever use this up. I have decided to strategically use product from the centre of this pot to track progress and there is a noticeable dip in person. I am excited to see if I could reach the bottom by the end of the year?

Blush - Nudestix Nudies all over face color matte in bare back

There has been some slow and steady progress with this. I use it a handful times a week and have actually started enjoying it on my lips as well as cheeks.

Foundation 
I completed my Inika Organic BB cream last month. So one down, 4 to go. P.S. I am not including the three BB/CC creams I used up in my prior trash talk as I technically used them up before starting my project.

Lips - Colourpop ultra glossy lip in Weho (sample size), Chi Chi lipstick in O.M.NUDE!! and Colourpop lippie stix in Oh Snap

This category has good and bad news. I will start with the good, since it is listed first.
I used up Weho entirely. I am glad it is over and done with because I did get sick of wearing a gloss. I am not usually a lip gloss wearer so it was a struggle to consciously reach for it. I did enjoy the formula and shade very much but I wouldn't repurchase the full size. This has taught me to stick to other forms of lip products, although I do want to try a bare minerals gloss one day. 

Now for the bad news. I lost my Chi Chi lipstick at Ed Sheeran's concert. It must have fallen out of my bag because I cannot find it anywhere. I am actually upset for it to be gone because I really enjoyed using it and could have easily used it up. When I have less lipsticks in my collection I would consider repurchasing it because the formula is great, it is comfortable and the shade is gorgeous. Since I have lost it I added in another lipstick to replace it. You will find out which one soon.

In terms of Colourpop's lippie stix I am not really too concerned with it. I don't really enjoy the shade when it is on my lips as I find it too look greyish. Also, due to the summer heat is has melted a little so it doesn't twist up and down as well, plus it gets pretty messy when I do use it. Since it is still fine to use, just a little messy, I will still continue to use it. I also find I prefer this product when I dab it onto my lips or apply very little, this just means the progress will be slow.

Now for products I am rolling in.
To replace the lipstick I lost I am going to include Gerard Cosmetics lipstick in Vintage Rose. I own two in my collection and it is actually my favourite lipstick of all time. Since I have a brand new bullet just sitting around it makes sense to enjoy and use this one up.

I am also rolling in another lip product. The 3ina lip oil. I love this product so so much. It is hydrating, comfortable, gives off a glossy appearance without being sticky. It sinks into my lips quite quickly so I do have to reapply regularly. This will be a massive plus for me since it means I can use it up quicker. Once I use this up I do want to try the Inika certified organic lip serum. Just because the ingredients are a lot better and we consume our lip products.

For eyeshadow palette, I mentioned it above. It will be the BH x Carli Bybel original palette. It is brand new so at this stage I am aiming for any progress. By next update I hope to have dips in two shades.

I feel like the above markings will be a better way to show you all (and myself) progress on non powder products. The 18th of March is when I thought to do this so there was already some progress on Oh Snap and Bare Back. In future updates I'll be going by this rather than images so I thought i'd still include it now.

In terms of my no-buy it is going fabulous. I can't believe I still haven't purchased one makeup item. I do have Sephora gift vouchers that I said would be excluded from the no-buy but all I've bought with one was a new brush to replace an older one. I'm very impressed with myself and it is allowing me to enjoy my current collection!

So that is it for my update. Are you doing a project pan too? If so, how are you going, I'd love to know!

Reached goal on 5 items

- Tartelette in bloom flower child (empty)

- Tartelette in bloom smarty pants (hit pan)
- Tartelette in bloom charmer (hit pan)

- Colourpop ulta glossy lip in weho (empty)
- Inika Organic BB cream