Product wishlist and why I probably won’t buy any of these.
I spent the better half of my Thursday creating a dupe list for my ENTIRE makeup and skincare collection.
No, seriously, I did. I found that I was spending way too much money on products that I could easily swap out for less expensive versions. That being said, if your ride-or-die products are mid-range to high-end, no judgement from me here! If I could continue to afford it, I’d be right there with you, but who doesn’t love a good money-saving dupe?
I’ll be breaking down my dupe list for you in the coming weeks, it’s a lot more extensive than I thought it would be, so I’ll be sectioning it off into product categories, both makeup and skincare.
But for now, let’s have some fun with my mid-range to high-end wishlist, breaking down my shopping cart on Sephora.com…
1. The Sephora Skin Fitness Kit - photo courtesy of Sephora.com
Yes, this kit is only $30 and yes, that’s more than worth it since these products would cost more than that altogether, but if I’m going to spend $30 on anything, it’s going to be Tito’s and sodas at the bar this weekend. It’s about the ~experience~ amirite? (;
I’ve tried that Tarte Lights Camera Lashes mascara before and LOVED it, but there are plenty of less expensive mascaras out there that I’ve tried and loved as well. I don’t find myself reaching for facial sprays, but when I do, I’ve got plenty at home to use before I need to try another one. I used the Purity facial cleanser when I was much, much younger and found it didn’t really do much for my skin. I’m a Purpose Gentle Cleansing Wash FANATIC and will do my best to never go back! I’m sure my wallet is more than thankful.
I got a sample of the Murad Oil Control Mattifier and tried it under my makeup the other day, I have to say I actually really enjoyed it! It goes on like a sunscreen more than a primer or mattifier. I felt like I was really protecting my skin, as silly as I’m sure that sounds.
That being said, I’ve tried and I know every freakin oil control trick in the book, and this just didn’t cut it the way I thought it was going to. I’m so sorry Murad, but you’re not doing any of us any favors with this one except for minuscule sun protection.
When it comes to deodorant, I think we can all attest to the drugstore WALL of choices, so why go bananas at Sephora looking for one?
Dry shampoo is different for everyone, and those with more or less oily scalps tend to go for different types, but I think that Batiste or Psst! are better, more cost effective choices than Living Proof. That being said, people have been raving about the Living Proof dry shampoo, so I wouldn’t be mad about getting a sample of it…
I already mentioned facial sprays, and though I really want to try some thermal water in my skincare routine, it’s water for the love of god. I can splash that on my face from a faucet anytime, anywhere, if I’m desperate for it. Come on.
I don’t really find myself reaching for multiples like the Milk Makeup one pictured. I’ve got redness in my cheeks already and TBH rarely even put that much blush on to begin with, and when it comes to lip balms TRUST me nobody owns more than I do… Pass on that.
I have to say though I love those hair ties and have tons of them lying around my house….. So I guess I’d buy those on their own.
All in all, would I like to have this kit? Yeah, sure, I could try these products and review them for you guys! But I don’t need it, and won’t be spending my money.
2. Drunk Elephant Sukari Baby Facial - photo courtesy of Sephora.com
Let me start by saying that just like pretty much everyone else, I’ve been lusting after Drunk Elephant’s products in general for a long time. They’re expensive, insta-friendly, and apparently work very VERY well.
I had this baby in my shopping cart on Sephora’s website since it launched, sold out, restocked, and sold out again, and once I got paid fully intended on purchasing it from Sephora.
And then I saw the disclaimer in the product description that those using retinol or retinoids should NOT use this product.
As I’ve stated before, and will say until I’m blue in the face, I’ve been using retinoids, particularly tretinoin, for years. Tret is my desert island skincare product. It’s cleared my acne like you wouldn’t believe and I’m aging SIGNIFICANTLY more slowly than other people my age. It’s amazing and you’ll have to pry it from my cold, dead hands.
So I guess the skincare gods were looking out for my wallet when they told me I couldn’t have this BEAUTIFULLY packaged product. Thanks for saving me $80, Drunk Elephant, I’m still sad to have missed out on you ):
3. Sunday Riley Good Genes - photo courtesy of Sephora.com
I just want to say that I’ve never heard more about a skincare product than I’ve heard about Sunday Riley Good Genes.
That being said WHO THE FUCK spends almost $200 on a 50 mL skincare serum.
Who? Honestly I actually want to know who does please message me, thanks.
This shit better pay my student loans, get me a promotion, and give me a better booty for that price or I swear to god it ain’t worth it.
Okay, now that I’ve calmed down, and I’m sorry for being a sassy bitch about this (if you LOVE this product please keep loving it!!!), but seriously, what the fuck. Sunday Riley claims that “100% of women” loved this. Every single woman that clinically tested this product shat their pants with excitement over it. I’m sorry but I just don’t believe that. Hell, I’d believe it if they said 99% of women who tested it loved it, because that means at least 1% thought it was “eh,” but no, they had to go and claim that anyone who’s ever laid their hands on this magic geniune bottle of skincare serum lost their god damn minds when they slathered it on their faces.
I just…. I can’t take that on good faith. I really can’t.
4. Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair - photo courtesy of Sephora.com
I received a sample of the Advanced Night Repair serum a while back, and it’s perfect. It’s just perfect. I love it so much and if I could bathe in it every night, I really would. I wake up with radiant, awakened, and even skin, I feel like a goddess, but it’s too expensive for me to purchase right now. Yes, I’m devastated about it. Yes, I’m BARELY touching my sample because I want it to last forever. Ugh ):
5. Murad City Skin Over Night Detox Moisturizer - photo courtesy of Sephora.com
OOOOOh man when I saw this on Murad’s instagram before it’s in-store release I was so excited I could barely contain it. I live and work in a smog-ridden city, and I can only imagine what it’s doing to my skin, especially over time. It honestly makes me really uncomfortable to think about.
I wanted this so badly, until I saw the price. $70 FOR A MOISTURIZER. I mean honestly, that’s really all it is, a detoxifying moisturizer. 1.7 OUNCES OF MOISTURIZER FOR $70. Come on Murad, what the hell, even LUSH gives me more than that for half the price.
I can’t justify it, although I think a detoxifying treatment would be very beneficial to my skin. I’ll just have to stick to drinking my weight in green tea like it’s going out of style.
Anyway, I’m sorry this was so long, and I’m sorry to have rambled on and on and on like this about products that you probably all love. I feel like a huge bitch, tbh… but you know what? I don’t care, this is how I feel about the products listed above and if you love them? I’m so happy for you! Keep on loving them and use them like crazy, I want to all to have beautiful, glowing, gorgeous skin that you love and cherish every single day.
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