1. Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer- (deluxe sample size value: $9, full size value: $36, Ulta/Sephora stores)- I honestly don't understand the hype behind this primer. It is a silicon- based primer, but it definitely doesn't keep me matte all day (if that's something that you look for in a primer or face products). It does smooth out my surface of my skin for even foundation application. However, I wouldn't just repurchase it just for that reason. Also, there are other primers that I like better.

2. Pur Correcting Primer (Prep & Perfect)- (sample value: $1.65, full size $33, Ulta stores)- This product surprised me. Typically, I'm not really a fan or sample packets. They accumulate and I typically find myself just not using them. However, I'm glad that I tried this one out. By first glance, it looks as if it is just going to be your typical lotion-y primer. However once you apply it to your face, it starts to feel like one of those silicon-based primers. I ended up liking this primer. It smoothed out the surface of my skin and my foundation easily glided over it. I would highly consider picking up a full size of this primer in the future,

3. NYC Smooth Skin Bronzing Face Powder in Sunny- ($3, drugstores)- I remember absolutely loving this product when I first purchased it. I had just gotten into wearing bronzer and I loved how this was super close to my skintone. I built the product up a little bit and I had a natural, contoured look. In my opinion, it's a great product. I have heard some people who are lighter than me complain that the product looks a little orange-y on them. I have also heard others say that it is comparable to Benefit's Hoola. Having owned both of these products, I would say they don't exactly look like each other BUT they do give similar looks on the face. With that being said, if you have one, you don't need the other. I won't be in a hurry to repurchase this for a couple of reasons: 1) I own Hoola and another bronzer that is similar to the NYC one. 2) I can't seem to find NYC anywhere near me anymore. 3) I love strong, bold contours. Therefore, the NYC one doesn't exactly fulfill that criteria. Overall though, it is still a great product!

4. Rimmel Glam'Eyes HD Quad in 001 Black Cab- (~$5, discontinued)- Part of the reason that I decided to work on using this palette up this year is that it is discontinued. This palette gave a really pretty smokey eye. There was a deeper gunmetal shade in here that was so beautiful. However, it is discontinued so I won't be repurchasing it. Plus, I have so many eyeshadows.

5. Clinique CC Cream in Medium Deep- (sample, Clinique counters, select Sephora stores)- Boy, am I glad for this stuff to be out of my life. It made me look greasy, not oily. Straight greasy. It had a gray tint to it so I had to set it with a colored face powder. This shade was actually too light for me but the next shade was too dark for me. I will definitely not purcahse this product in the future.

6. CoverGirl Flamed Out Water Resistant Mascara- ($6.74, drugstores)- To be completely honest, it was not the best idea for me to try out a mascara in the waterproof formula. It was a really dry mascara. I don't typically like dry formula mascara. It was a good volumizing mascara. Overall though, I don't think I will repurchase it. It wasn't a standout product. 

Total $ for May / June Makeup Empties: $25.39

Total Makeup Items Finished up in 2016 (so far): 19

Total $ for 2016 Makeup Empties (so far): $100.16

My Current Thoughts:

-First off, I'm happy that I reached the $100 mark for using up makeup items! If I'm not mistaken, last year I finished up right around $300 worth of products. I consider this to be good since my collection is mostly drugstore makeup items.

-Secondly, personally, I think this year has not been as great for me using up makeup items. I've definitely gone through my panning slumps. The sad thing is I've actually worn more makeup this year than I have last year. Personally, I don't think I'll reach my panning goals for the year but, regardless, I'll continue to pan to see how far I get. 

Thanks for reading!

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