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I officially have enough posts in my trash talk series for someone to read one every day of the week! I'm not sure who would do that but I just thought I'd mention it 😂

Over the summer holidays (yes, Australia is opposite for those reading from the other side of the world), I accumulated quite a few products. You'd also be aware that I am attempting a project pan so, by the end of the year, I hope to include more makeup products within these posts. For now, let's talk trash...

$20 
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This is a product I don't generally use up. When it comes to moisturising my body I often opt out of that step but I'm glad I used this up. This body lotion claims to soothe uncomfortable tight, itchy dry skin. I found it to be really hydrating and did not leave a greasy feeling. I'm unsure whether I would repurchase it as I have a few other lotions that I need to work my way through, but I did really enjoy this one so I would consider it.

$14.95
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A nice daily use spray if you can be bothered taking the extra step. It did leave a very dewy finish to my face which sometimes made my makeup feel heavier? Or at least made me notice I had makeup on my skin, which at times was not a pleasant feeling. I guess this did work but isn't a must for me so I won't be repurchasing. I also do prefer the Urban Decay All Nighter over this.

Josie Maran - Pure Argan Milk
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As someone with dry skin I did not think I would ever say this, this was too much for my skin. In the sense it was over hydrating but my skin didn't really absorb it. I found it to clog my pores and whenever I used it I had those small congested bumps afterwards. I ended up tossing it before using it up so luckily it was just a sample.

$16.99
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This is a beautiful BB cream. It sat so nicely on my skin and I absolutely loved using it. The only reason it lacks that final star is because of the shade range - there are only two. I found it to be a little too ashy/pink for my skin tone so for this reason I won't repurchase but it really was a lovely product and gave my skin such a healthy look.

$23.10
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If you have sensitive skin and struggle to find a moisturiser that works for you then this is a great product. It is hydrating yet has a thin consistency so it absorbs nicely into the skin. For dryer skin types this pairs nicely with a facial oil for added moisture. I have a review on it here. I would consider purchasing this in the future.

$6.50
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Regular viewers of my Instagram stories would know I am tossing Midi, Beeper and Clueless from Colourpop as they are old in my collection and were well loved. The other Ultra Matte Lips I am decluttering (rehoming). These three in particular have had their formula change over time and just crumble off my lips. I personally wouldn't repurchase this formula from Colourpop as I am not the biggest fan of liquid lipsticks. Due to their formula and comfort they get quite a low rating however, the shades are gorgeous.

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I loved this cleanser, 30% because it changes colour when it comes into contact with water and being rubbed on your face and 70% because it worked well. Kale is one of my favourite vegetables so if it is in a cleanser I immediately love it. It left my skin feeling clean and brighter looking (over time). Even though I really enjoyed using this I won't be repurchasing as I have a pretty solid skincare routine right now so I don't require another face wash. 

$10.49
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Another one bites the dust. I won't say anything about this as it is in every skin diaries or trash talk I have written. There is one new thing I have to say about this though, *SHOCK ALERT* I won't be repurchasing this any time soon as I have replaced it with LUSH's ultrabland cleanser. This could make an appearance in the future though, I am missing it.

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This product is similar to the Palmer's cleansing oil however, is a much thinner oil. I did enjoy using it but like I said, I don't require it in my skin care routine. If you aren't a fan of cleansing oils that leave your skin feeling oily then I recommend this one. It is very gentle on the skin and removes makeup quite well.

$29.95
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This is one of those products that I changed my mind about the more I used it. At the beginning I didn't really like this CC cream. I found it broke up on my skin or left me looking cakey. After working with it and getting to know the formula I actually loved this product. I found it worked best on my bare skin and if I was going to powder it then loose powder seemed to work best. It offers great coverage but doesn't feel heavy on the skin. I will say, when I paired it with primer, concealer and pressed powder it did feel heavy and I hated wearing it. This is more of my go-to product when I had to wake up at 6:30am for work and wanted quick coverage and a very minimal makeup look.

When I work my way through more foundations I will figure out which were my absolute favourites and if this still makes the list I would repurchase.

$18.27
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It appears that BB/CC creams are a common theme for this trash talk. I really enjoyed working through the ones in my collection over summer because they're the perfect base product. For a lighter coverage, and I mean barely there, this was a great option. It has really basic ingredients that are good for your skin which I appreciated. I found it applied best with my hands as it really helped the thicker cream melt into my skin. It wasn't cakey as it was super light-weight and undetectable. I won't repurchase for the time being and I want more coverage if I am going to wear makeup. I see myself buying and wearing this when my skin is clearer and I have a full time job because it would work better for that.

$18.95
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This was an ok hydrating mask. I did enjoy the consistency of it, I found it sunk into my skin nicely and when I rinsed off the excess my skin felt soft and hydrated. The strange thing is that it is formulated for sensitive skin types but I found it burnt mine sometimes? Due to this I wouldn't repurchase.

$15 each
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I love a good hair mask. Not only do these work well but they are practical and come in a variety of scents and hair needs. I have multiple more in my collection so I will be well off for a while.

I find I can get 4-6 uses out of each pouch. Keep in mind my hair is above my shoulders. They're easy to use, not oily or sticky, I love them. The reason they have 4 stars is because I personally find straight up coconut oil to be a super beneficial hair mask and that is my #1 favourite. These are still a great alternative if you don't want to melt coconut oil to make your own.

$18 (4ml)
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Prior to trying Inika Organic's long lash vegan mascara this way my absolute favourite. I would even say they may be equal first in terms of how they make my lashes look. I am trying to be good and only have 1 mascara at a time but I would definitely repurchase this in the 4ml size. It lasted me quite a while and my lashes looked so fluffy and natural, yet I could get them to look dramatic if I wanted to. I love the size of the brush, I love the formula, I love everything about it

I even love the packaging and wand so much that I think I will repurpose it to be an eyebrow and eye lash oil serum or just keep the wand to act as a spoolie.

$6 (larger bottle)
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Can you tell I don't keep a theme to these posts, I'm always all over the place because I literally pick things out of a box as I go. Anywho, this is the only shampoo brand I've used ever since I can remember. I have always used natural/organic hair care in my life so I can't really compare it to anything. I like it and I find it cleans my hair, although I don't have oily or problematic hair. It gets the job done and I will continue to use it. My favourite range of theirs is the dry nourish range though.

$7
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This is an exciting product for me as I've never used up, let alone owned a hand cream before. It was a joy to use this every night before bed or even throughout the day because it didn't leave any weird residue. It sunk in nicely and my hands were not slippery at all. I enjoyed the smaller size and scent, I am considering repurchasing it in the future.

$7.99
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I rarely dislike a product that is good for your skin but I just didn't find these wipes to be "moist" enough to remove makeup. They also dried up pretty quickly so I wasn't able to use them all.
I appreciate that they are also biodegradable but they didn't work for makeup removal. I guess in the future I could maybe use them as hand wipes? But for now, its a no from me.

Keratin Complex
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I purchased this when I was in Italy so I have no idea where to find it or if it even exists anymore. I did enjoy this spray as it left my hair feeling nice but I can't repurchase it.

$2.60
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My favourite SAFE toothpaste. It feels like a "traditional" chemical toothpaste in the sense it feels and tastes minty but it does not irritate my teeth whatsoever. It is also an affordable green switch that anyone can make.

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I have dry skin, texture and scarring so I love peels. I don't know how to describe what this product did but it somehow make my overall appearance nicer. I would repurchase once I work through a few other skincare products.

ARCONA Cranberry Toner
sample but usually $55
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Ahhh, I hate to love this because the full size is so pricey for a step I usually skip. It is refreshing, hydrating, gentle and just magical liquid in a bottle. I don't know if I would purchase this but I indulged in it while I had it. It also smells amazing. I will have to think very deeply about repurchasing it but I really did love it. P.S. Repurposing the bottle to use for traveling. Reduce, reuse recycle!

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Another toner I loved? I never used toner before, I never saw the purpose of it but I actually enjoyed this one too. It is in a spray bottle which I love a little more than the previous one because it's convenient. It is also cheaper at $32. It worked quite similar to the ARCONA one and since this one is marketed for dry skin it worked wonders for me. I am also repurposing this bottle for travel and may repurchase.

$38
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If you have sensitive or easily irritated eyes then this is the mascara for you. It gives off a very natural appearance to your lashes but I also found the wand to be a little difficult to work with at times as it can gather excess product. If you remember to wipe the excess off then it is completely fine.

Tilk - Love me hand cream and regenerate me facial cream
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First off the hand cream. Since I am a newly converted hand cream user this was another one I enjoyed. Similarly to the body shop one it didn't leave a strange film behind and I actually found it to be a tad more hydrating. It helped with dry skin and I don't know what they're called but you know when your nails peel on the edges and if you rip it off they bleed? Those things. It helped prevent those but even soften it enough for me to cut off easily. It was a great one to use at night time as it comes in a little pot.

The regenerate facial cream left my skin feeling hydrated and soft. It didn't irritate my skin in any way nor did it break me out. I found it had an almost mousse like consistency but very airy. I did enjoy it and now I'm excited to try out their other products they sent to me.

Both of these products are vegan, natural and travel friendly, which is awesome!

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I am a big fan of facial oils, in fact I have a drawer full of them and have no idea when I'll get to using them all. Thankfully I find I go through them at a pretty good pace as they pair well with my dry skin. I've tried many oils in the past and currently, this one sunk in nicely, didn't break me out (which some can) and had a thin consistency. If you're familiar with facial oils you can tell when it is a good one and when it isn't. My preference is a thin consistency that sinks in well, typically with oils you don't want your skin to feel or look oily. Two to three drops is plenty. 

This is another bottle I can repurpose and keep for travel. It is a good small size for me to transfer my larger bottled oil into.

$5.49
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Finally, the last item. I know these posts can get long so I will write a little about this and then I'm done. I used to be a fan of cream moisturisers and this is a great one but I've gone completely oil based. It is light and gentle like it states, sits nicely under makeup, affordable and natural.

If you made it this far then I am very impressed! What is something you have used up recently?
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Greetings fellow beauty lovers. My beauty related trash seems to piling up quite quickly lately especially because I haven't really bought any new makeup (other than what I run out of) for 3 months! My main focus is to downsize my collection and use up products I own before they go to waste. Anyway, this trash talk is different to usual because I've actually came across a recycling organisation. I'm very excited to share it with you all because cutting beauty packaging out of our landfill makes me happy.
The organisation is TerraCycle. Their aim is to "eliminate the amount of waste by recycling the non-recyclable." This is not a sponsored nor partnered post, I have just always been into taking care of the environment ever since I was young. I am that person that will pick up litter and put it in the bin even if it's not mine. The whole reason I even googled if a recycling program existed for cosmetic packaging was because of these Trash Talks. I noticed a lot of excess plastic, packaging or whatever products are housed in were mostly going straight into the garbage bin. TerraCycle have various free recycling programs however the one I am doing is the Beauty Products Recycling Program. L'Oreal actually teamed up with TerraCycle to get this program underway which is very impressive (although they still test on animals!!!). Cosmetics, hair care and skincare packaging are accepted in this program. You pretty much put all your trash together, ensuring all left over product has been cleaned out, put it into a box, download their label and drop it off to your closest Australian post office. It is also free to post!!

 Here is their list of what is accepted:

  • Cosmetic packaging: used lipstick, lipgloss, mascara, eye shadow, bronzer, foundation, eyeliner, lip liner and concealer (they don't need to be L'Oreal either, their are no brand restrictions, yay!)
  • Hair care packaging: used shampoo & conditioner bottles and caps, hair gel tubes, caps, hair spray and hair treatments.
  • Skin care packaging: lip balm, face moisturiser, face and body wash, soap dispensers and tubes, body lotion dispensers and tubes and shaving foam.
Now let's get into my trash reviews and what I'll be posting over to be recycled or upcycled!

I have already repurchased this. Other than oils my skin is very sensitive and weird with moisturisers. They usually make my skin itch or turn red with a rash. Thankfully that doesn't happen with this one. I am on the search for a more natural/organic ingredient moisturiser but this is still a good one!

This is always in my trash talks. It is my absolute favourite way to remove makeup. Already has been repurchased.

I have been more into mineral makeup lately as it is a lot better for acne prone skin. I repurchased this in my summer shade and have a few from other brands that I like. You can easily build up to a full coverage which looks natural as long as you really buff it into the skin. It features in one of my reviews here.

If you suffer from little bumps on your skin then this really helps decongest those! The only reason I won't repurchase is because I am trying to stick to natural/organic products only and keep my skincare really minimal. If you don't mind so much about ingredients then this really does work wonders.

I was using this as my nightly moisturiser for a while. It did help to hydrate my skin but I didn't find it improved my scarring very much. I will probably repurchase or try the juice from an actual aloe plant in the near future.

This is my favourite tanner/gradual tanner. Every single other one I try breaks me out in bumps or a red rash so I have to be very selective when I want to use them. This one I could easily use daily or really pile on over a fews to get a deep colour. I have a full review here and I will be repurchasing.

Another product that always comes up in my trash talks. I won't get into it as you can click on any of my others to read my thoughts.

I loved the packaging concept of this. It made swirling and cleaning my brushes a breeze. I may actually mould my own soap into this to reuse. If not it will be added to the TerraCycle pile. I probably won't repurchase because I liked the packaging more than the actual product so if I can reuse it myself then that would be perfect.

Lush actually offer their own recycling program and I am able to recycle the cap to my nearest Lush store while the bottle can go in my recycling bin. I really love the ideas and values of Lush which is what makes me want to purchase from them more! I won't repurchase this actual product because I think I am more of a bar soap person but it smelt amazing.

Non-cruelty free items I've used up and WILL NOT repurchase!
Can we just take a moment to mourn the loss of NARS. I cannot believe they have taken a massive step backwards in 2017 and have chosen to test on animals.
  • Nars Sheer Glow*
  • Chanel Perfection Lumiere Velvet*
  • Batiste Dry Shampoo*
  • L'Oreal Telescopic mascara*
  • Avon lip liner*
  • Rimmel stay matte powder*
I've completely cleared out my non-cruelty free makeup. They have been rehomed or I just used up the last of them so yay for not having to include them in these posts anymore 🙌🎈🎊

Products marked with * are the ones I am sending to TerraCycle - the others that aren't are already recyclable.
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Ever since committing to a no buy, my little empties container has been filling up quite quickly so you know what that means, another trash talk! These are some of my favourite posts to blog about because you get so many reviews all in one place.
I have used up quite a few non CF products in the past two months and its making me happy because i'm very close to a 100% CF beauty collection 🙌

So let's begin...

I have been using this hair care brand for years. It works well and I already have back ups. Recommend it if you want an all natural and CF shampoo that will get the job done.

Good to settle powder but didn't notice a massive difference in terms of longevity. I don't have issues with makeup not lasting anyway so I couldn't test that. It felt refreshing and I enjoyed the scent. I will probably repurchase this over my UD setting spray as they do the same thing and this is a lot more affordable.

If you have sensitive, dry skin then this body wash is perfect!! It didn't break me out or irritate my body in any way, shape or form. It is very gentle and smells like bubble gum/candy. The 532mL bottle also lasted me a very long time, like over a year. I am currently using a Lush body wash but will eventually repurchase this one.

This featured in my last empties so if you want to hear my thoughts click here.

You can find this scrub mentioned throughout my Skin Diaries but I really enjoy this product. I am unsure if I want to repurchase this exact one or another scrub by Sukin but it isn't abrasive and actually exfoliates my dry skin really well without striping it.

I purchased this moisturiser last winter because my skin got so dry. Ever since I have been reaching for this when I am suffering from flaky skin and it works wonders. It is a thick moisturiser so I can see why it would only be used for night time but on my no makeup days I'd wear this during the day and it hydrated my skin very well.

If you suffer from dry skin, and not only on your face, then I highly recommend this moisturiser! At the moment I am using another one from The Body Shop but will definitely repurchase this if my skin is super dry.

This is another product you would have seen in my, I think, first skin diaries. My skin technician at the time prescribed this to me during my time of treatment. When I used it the product did what it claimed (gently exfoliated the skin) however at this point in time I won't be repurchasing.

Essence Extra Long Lasting Eyeliner Pen
This was not long lasting in the sense I used it up very quickly. It didn't stay very deep in colour for long either. Won't be repurchasing. I believe this is now discontinued anyway.

I was surprised to find out that this brand is actually cruelty free! Finally a luxury brand that don't sell in mainland China and don't allow others to test on their behalf.

The balm is thick and very hydrating however i'd recommend to wear it over night so it completely absorbs into your lips. If you have any desire to purchase a $78 lip balm then go ahead, but my Hurraw! and Eco Lips lip balms work just as well at a much lower price.

Again this has been spoken about in every Skin Diaries and Trash Talk so I won't ramble on about it.

This is super glue for false lashes. Whenever I wear individuals they could easily last three days because this glue is that good!! It doesn't give my eyes an allergic reaction like the Duo glue does and I love the packaging, makes applying lashes so much easier. I already have a back up and will always only use this lash glue.

Full review of both these products here.

I am still on the search for my perfect mascara but this one did come close. It has an hourglass style wand with plastic bristles. I may repurchase this in the future but not for now. It is great for length moreso than volume.

Like coconut oil, paw paw is a staple. At least my actual skin isn't allergic to this!! I am sure you all know about the wonders of paw paw ointment so I won't go into it but it is amazing and I do have other paw paw on hand. This one specifically comes with a lip applicator nozzle so it is great as a handbag lip balm to apply throughout the day.

The never ending and super hydrating eye cream. It is nearly impossible to use this up because you only need the tiniest amount. I forget to use eye cream every night so unfortunately this expired before I was able to use it all but it really hydrated my undereyes like no other cream has. It absorbs well and isn't thick despite it being hydrating. 

A great affordable eyebrow pencil, especially if you are only starting out. If you do let this get blunt it can rip out some brow hairs. It gave my brows a natural yet defined look when sharpened. I won't repurchase this as I have other products I love a lot more (NYX EYEBROW CAKE POWDER!).

Another product that is a popular item in my beauty collection. It has been mentioned in previous trash talks so I'm sure you know all about it.

If you suffer from dull dry hair then this shampoo will work wonders. Paired with the conditioner it was too hydrating for my hair and left it a little oily looking or in fact, it got oily a little faster than usual. In the future I will only use one or the other and not both in conjunction.

Food For Your Skin Face Scrub
Another product that passed its expiry. This natural made and local market bought scrub irritated my skin a little and I may have had an allergic reaction. I purchased it last year and only used it a few times so don't actually have a proper opinion on it.

I love homemade skin care but my skin doesn't like a lot of oils so I need to be careful with ingredients. But I always recommend you try out local made products because you are helping out your community and could find an amazing product!! 

That brings me to the end of my 5th trash talk. It is shorter than my last one and I look forward to my next. What products have you used up recently? Or, have you tried any of the products I've mentioned above?

 Non CF
Max Factor Masterpiece Glamour Extensions mascara
Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum foundation (wish this brand were CF)
Origins Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask
Colgate Total Pro Clean Breath (HATE THIS! Made my teeth very sensitive)
Benefit Gimme Brow

 *I couldn't find ANY information on the Everyday Bouncy facial mask. I received it in a beauty box a while back and have only found that it is sold on eBay. It is made in Korea and the writing is in Korean so I can only assume it is tested on animals. I don't recommend this mask anyway if you come across it. There are so many sheet masks and they all do the same thing. In fact this one wasn't even made properly and didn't have the complete sheet. The eye holes were in the incorrect spot and it did not do much for my skin.*
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Trash Talks are one of my favourite posts to write up because I always feel so accomplished looking at all the junk I have accumulated. It actually helps prove to myself that I do go through products I own and they're not just sitting around collecting dust in my collection.
Anyway, I have decided to write these blogposts up a little differently than my previous ones. If you're a follower of mine via Instagram you will be well aware that I am cruelty free. I do have non cruelty free products that were purchased before making the switch so I am phasing them out slowly, hence why some may appear throughout my Trash Talks. I will only be reviewing the CF products I've used up and briefly list the non CF products last (without a review since I don't recommend them!)

Right now as I write this post I am literally sit cross legged on my bathroom floor sorting through my trash because tonight is bin night and I really need to recycle/throw this rubbish out 😂 So let's begin!

True Essentials Cleansing Micellar Makeup Remover
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I had to force myself to use this product up. Not because it didn't do its job but because it made my skin, especially my eyes burn whenever I used it. It is paraben, fragrance and alcohol free, contains no animal derived ingredients and is neutral pH so I wish it didn't burn my skin!! I have no idea what ingredient disagreed with my skin but if you look through the ingredients and they aren't an issue for you I do recommend this.

You can purchase this from Coles.

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This one is a repeat offender since its probably in all of my Trash Talks. Without a doubt this is one of my favourite face masks. I have a full review here so again I won't go too much into it but I will be repurchasing this!

They changed the packaging on this, that is why mine is green and the new one is orange.

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Full review & results post here if you're interested in more info for this product. But I really enjoyed using it and would repurchase.

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Random thing to use up but I did use up a bar of soap. I am the type of person that has reactions to soap (yes my body skin is very sensitive, its frustrating) and this didn't irritate me at all! It doesn't lather as much as other soaps which is mostly due to it being 100% natural. It's gentle, fragrance free and not drying whatsoever. If you're after a new soap you should try this one out.

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Another odd thing to include but I honestly go through so many of these and deodorant is an essential. I've been using this deodorant for years and I'm talking the past 10 years. I don't know what I can say about a deodorant other than it smells good and it works.

It's 100% natural and alcohol free. I find the roll-on application very easy to use and the main reason why I go back to it. Already repurchased and have unlimited backups. If you want to get into natural deodorants (which are SO much safer than Rexona etc.) then you should definitely check this one out. There are different scents and also a spray form if you prefer that.

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To break up the skincare and body care I thought I better include some makeup to keep you all reading interested. I really enjoyed this primer and it was my go-to on a daily basis. It didn't irritate my skin or break me out and it helped add extra hydration prior to makeup application. 

My skin is on the dryer side so foundation tends to last no matter the primer but this was a good basic, daily use kind of primer. I do want to try out other primers but will most likely go back to this one because I feel like it is a staple in my collection.

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Toothpaste. Another essential in everyone's life. 

Toothpastes like Colgate leave my teeth feeling very sensitive plus they aren't good for you, I think I should just do entire blogposts about why things aren't actually safe or good for our bodies hey? So this is what I have used to years. It is mineral based, paraben free and has no added fluoride.

The only downfall is that it doesn't leave my breath smelling overly minty. This is an issue for me personally since I repeatedly had tonsillitis which made my breath smell horrible (gross I know and probably TMI). I've already got multiple back ups and go through many tubes since my whole family also uses this toothpaste.

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I love face masks and enjoy doing them regularly. In saying that this mask wasn't a stand out. It worked well and did what it was intended to do. However, I prefer stronger masks such as the Aztec one which makes your face pulsate since it actually feels like it is doing a deep cleanse.

I feel like this would be a GREAT mask for those of you with oilier acne-prone skin types because it helps remove oils and bacteria from the skin plus has tea tree oil in it which aids in reducing acne. If I ever lack face masks, which I don't think will be for a while since I have a drawer full, I would probably repurchase this. I did enjoy using it but it isn't one I can't live without.

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If you love the scent of jaffa lollies then you will adore this body scrub! It works amazingly with removing dead skin or even old fake tan while leaving your skin moisturised. My only issue with this and the reason why it only receives a 3/5 is that it has coconut oil in it and I am allergic.

If you suffer from acne, cellulite, stretch marks or dry skin then this is a great scrub to use.

Iluka Gentle Foaming Cleanser
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Gel cleansers are not fantastic for dry skin, hence why this only got a 2/5 rating. I did like this face wash but it left my dry skin feeling tight after each use. If you have normal or oily skin then I 100% recommend you try this out because it is a good face wash. Other than leaving my face tight it did cleanse well and didn't break me out.

Its at times like these that I wish I didn't have a dry skin type because this is a good product!
*This product is no longer available.

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I LOOOOOVEEE this cleansing oil. It has been in all my Trash Talks and a few of my blog posts throughout my blog. Visit my product directory page here to check out all the posts where I feature it because I don't want to repeat myself 100 times.

This isn't pictured in the image because it leaked everywhere and I didn't want oil on my background 😂
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Another product that is always in my Trash Talks without fail. It also features in my Skin Diaries. Click here to read more about this product.

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Similar to the Face of Australia primer mentioned above I pretty much feel the same way about this one. It is another staple and I repurchased it.

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I have a full review raving about this product here! Fun fact, its my most viewed post to date too.

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To be completely honest I used this one up such a long time ago that I can't really remember how it performed. I remember researching the best serums to treat acne scarring and vitamin B came up. I think I need to repurchase this and try it again then review it properly. 

I do know that it didn't break me out at least!

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Purchased this because of Shaaanxo. Forever grateful to Shaaanxo. This lip balm is amazing! Again this features in my other Trash Talks.

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When it comes to skincare I like the products I use to be fuss free. Unfortunately this one was a little too fidgety for me, you need to mix it with water to actually create the paste to exfoliate your skin. This one was only a sample size and although I did enjoy it I just am not up for creating my own paste every time I use it. In saying that I won't repurchase it but if Lush ever make it into a paste already then I would repurchase straight way.

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Full review here. To sum it up, I enjoyed using this but for my current skin issues I am using another face wash so won't purchase this any time soon. Possibly would in the future.

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Why do good things have to be so expensive? This is a rich, creamy and full of goodness moisturiser. I really do want to purchase the full size but the price prevents me from doing so. One day this will be mine and I will love it forever, I already know.

It is a dream for dry, sensitive skin.

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I WISH Kiko was available in Australia! This mascara was so good and I've been holding onto it for the past uhh, few years (I know thats gross) but I just love it so much and know I will never get my hands on it again. I love the triangular wand, I love the bristles and I love the way it makes my lashes look. It is my favourite mascara and it was difficult to finally depart with it. If I could I would repurchase 10 tubes!!


Non cruelty free products I've used up:
  • Maybelline Fit Me powder in 220
  • Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water
  • John Frieda Sheer Blonde Tone-Correcting Shampoo
  • Rimmel Lash Accelerator Endless
  • Maybelline Fit Me concealer in 20
  • Maybelline Lash Sensational mascara
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I apologise in advance because this trash talk is going to be a long one, I recommend you grab a warm drink and a snack for this weeks post!

I have collected heaps of empties between my last trash talk and now. Again, skincare produces are most dominant as I seem to use skincare products up super duper fast however there are a few makeup items. I have no idea what order to go in so I will discuss each product randomly as I pull them out of a bag. I will also give each product a rating out of 5 so if you don't want to read everything you can just look at the ratings!

Neutrogena Naturals - Purifying Pore Scrub
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I really enjoyed using this exfoliator. It didn't irritate my skin or cause any issues whatsoever. I do feel like it is a little on the harsher side but it removed any dry skin I had really well. I have opted for a gentler exfoliator now so I won't be repurchasing this one, but if you prefer exfoliators that actually feel like they are exfoliating your skin give this a go!

Rimmel Exaggerate Lip Liner - Eastend Snob
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This lip liner is the perfect light pink. The reason it loses 2 ratings is because it is not a cruelty free brand and the actual liner kept snapping off. To resolve this I did leave it in the fridge but it was a little annoying. The liner lasts really well on the lips and is not drying at all.

Skinstitut Products
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About two years ago I was assigned a skincare regime which consisted of all Skinstitut products. Back then my skin type was more on the oily acne-prone side and now my skin is on the dryer side with a lot less acne. Here I have used up the Enzymatic Micro Peel, Retinol Serum and their normal Moisturiser. I feel like these products don't work as well as they used to for me. I went back to the skin clinic and spoke to them about how I felt like these products were either burning my skin (I am very sensitive to facial moisturisers lately) or drying out my skin. The reasoning is because my skin has changed and I don't really need those products no more.

I still give these products a 4/5 rating as they worked AMAZINGLY back in the day. They really helped my pimples to dry up and go away so fast. I recommend these products if you have oily, combination or normal skin. The moisturiser is also good for dry skin and absorbs really fast. I have no complaints however my skin has been playing up so I cannot use this no more.

Desert Essence 100% Pure Jojoba Oil
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This stuff is amazeballs for dry, dehydrated, sensitive skin! This was the only "moisturiser" I could use on my face for months that didn't irritate it. Jojoba oil also has heaps of benefits for your hair, not only your skin. I highly highly recommend this product!
I now alternate between this and rosehip oil because both work so well for me.

Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula - Creamy Cleanser & Makeup Remover
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This was my go-to shower cleanser. It really is a creamy cleanser that removes makeup. This product always left my skin feeling soft and hydrated. There is nothing negative I can say about this cleanser and I think it would work for any skin type. I will most likely repurchase this one day once I use up other cleansers I have.

Jurlique - Nutri Define Facial Serum
To be completely honest I cannot give this product a rating because I didn't actually use it. I mean I did try twice but I could not get over the scent. I have no idea how well this works so you will have to look up reviews if you're interested. It is supposed to be anti-aging and has a lot of other benefits but the smell was so overpowering that I just couldn't deal with it.

Avalon Organics - Lavender Luminosity Daily Moisturiser
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This product is actually two years old. It was my moisturiser before I was put onto the Skinstitut products so I ended up putting a stop to using this. I remember it being a good basic moisturiser however it is now out of date so I didn't really want to put it on my face and continue to use it. I will have to repurchase a new tub and see how it goes.

L'Oreal Infallible 24H-Matte Foundation
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I am actually upset/mad that this product has been used up. I won't be repurchasing it as I've decided not to support brands that test on animals anymore but this is such an amazing full coverage foundation. I really need to find a cruelty free alternative!

Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer
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Why do good things have to be so damn expensive? This primer smooths texture like no other and it creates a flawless base to apply makeup to. I would purchase the full size but I'm not ready to spend that much on a primer so I just pick up samples whenever I can lol. If you have the budget you NEED this in your life! 

Sephora Honey Mask
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This was one of those last minute buys just to get my total over a certain amount to receive a freebie purchase. I love honey. I love eating it, drinking it, smothering it all other my face and fun fact, my grandfather actually has bee hives and makes honey so I always have a never-ending supply. Anyway, back to the product, I love honey masks because they're antibacterial and have healing properties. I slept in this mask a few times and it was good but it wasn't great. It did give my skin an extra glow when I woke up but for some reason it just didn't amaze me. I feel like 100% natural honey on your face works so much better.

Andalou Naturals - Pumpkin Honey Glycolic Mask
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Now this is a mask that WOWED me. I will link the post where this mask features because I don't want to be repetitive about my love for this. Click here if you're interested in hearing all about my love affair and why it is so so good. Already repurchased this!

Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula - Ultra Gentle Facial Cleansing Oil
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This was the first cleansing oil I ever tried and it has taken over my obsession with micellar water. It is so gentle and does not leave my skin feeling dry like some other makeup removers can. It does leave a slight oily residue so you do need to follow up with an additional cleanser but it works so well and melting off all your makeup. A+ for dry skin types, will be repurchasing!

Garnier Pure Active Micellar Cleansing Water
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Speaking of makeup removers that leave my skin feeling tight and dry, this one did that. I only gave it a 1/5 rating because it did remove my makeup but my skin was never happy afterwards. This is mainly my fault because this formula is for oily skin types and I am not oily whatsoever. If you have oily skin then disregard anything I say as you will probably love this! 

LUSH - Ultrabland Facial Cleanser
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Again, I don't want to go on too much about this as I recently wrote a review all about this so I will link it here. But I do love this cleanser and I will be repurchasing it.

Daiso - Puff and Sponge Cleaner
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If you need an affordable cleanser for your makeup brushes or sponges then look no further. Here is some photographic evidence of the amazingness this cleanser does:
In saying that its nothing dishwashing liquid or a bar of soap can't do so its really up to you if you want to buy a product for your cleaning or use what you already have.

Bioderma Micellar Water
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This works just as well as any other micellar water that I have tried. I won't be purchasing it because it is on the pricey side and is not cruelty free.

L'Oreal Nude Magique Foundation
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I've always had a love-hate with this foundation. Some days I really like how it sits on my skin and other days it clings to every dry patch I didn't even know I had. It is a very lightweight and liquidy foundation that can be built up to a medium coverage. If you have a lot of dry patches I would steer clear otherwise it would probably work for anyone.

Maybelline Fit Me Concealer
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Really good concealer, it has good coverage, isn't cakey if you build it up and it is hydrating. Unfortunately I have to say goodbye to Maybelline until they 100% say goodbye to animal testing.

Nude by Nature - Translucent Powder
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Love this stuff! It makes an amazing setting powder that doesn't emphasise dry patches and it doesn't cause any flash back if you use it to "bake". If you can't find the Face of Australia Translucent Powder definitely get this one!

Australis -  Mascara
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I just realised Australis don't sell this mascara no more and I threw it out so I can't even remember the name. I liked this mascara for an every day natural look to my lashes but its off the market now haha. I do remember that it was a lengthening mascara so they may have an equivalent.

The post is finally over. That is all my empties that I gathered and I feel like this time around I either loved the products or did not like them. I just want to throw it out there that if something didn't work for me then it may work for you because everyone's skin type is different. I hope you enjoyed this post and if you actually got this far congratulations. Let me know if you read the entire thing!

My next empties will most likely feature a lot of makeup because I am using up any products that aren't cruelty free at the moment. Have a lovely week and thank you for reading.
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