Resolution "LOW-BUY" 2014! Who wants to play?
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Spikesmom
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Yay for your 3 item success!! I didn't really have a goal in mind, but so far this year I have only gotten one item from MN & one huggable l/s.
I bought Sassy Green f/l from FoF. I also got PT MSF but I'm not sure if I can count it as a new item because it's a replacement for my broken one. That's my story and I'm sticking to it lol!!
Kaori
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clarisonic rocks xD but I hope it will last forever and wont break after couple of years as most electronic devices seem to do nowadays.. I tried to do four months with one brush head since I was using it only once a day, but had to exchange after three months mark, because I felt my skin got worse and when I changed heads it got better again. That was the acne brush head, now I have luxe brush head and that one is so soft that I can use it every time I wash my face lol I don't think it exfoliates as much as the previous head though.
Kaori
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Exactly! lol But it gets tough with lippies and eyeshadows when I wanna 'catch em all'(the colors) >.<
NaomiH
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I got the deep pore one since I have a really oily T-zone and giant pores. I'm really excited to try it out. I think this year I'm going to try and focus more on skin care.
myfavoritePA
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Hi, everyone! This is my first post on Specktra, but I've been lurking here in the low buy thread for the past week or so. I think the support that y'all provide for each other is really helpful and I hope to be a part of that!
I just got into makeup about a year ago, and I spent the last 12 months amassing ridiculous amounts of product. I finally set a monthly budget for myself starting about 6 months ago, but I had exceeded my makeup budget every month (sometimes by hundreds of dollars!) until this month! I am very happy to report that I FINALLY kept within the predetermined budget for a full 31 days, and it feels so good!
I know that others have already mentioned the benefit of creating a household budget and specific savings goals to help with motivation for your low-buy, and I definitely second that recommendation! I'm currently following Dave Ramsey's Debt Snowball plan and every time I think about buying makeup I don't need, I remind myself that getting out of debt is more important.
I look forward to supporting everyone and I thank you for the support and confidence you've already given me!
I just got into makeup about a year ago, and I spent the last 12 months amassing ridiculous amounts of product. I finally set a monthly budget for myself starting about 6 months ago, but I had exceeded my makeup budget every month (sometimes by hundreds of dollars!) until this month! I am very happy to report that I FINALLY kept within the predetermined budget for a full 31 days, and it feels so good!
I know that others have already mentioned the benefit of creating a household budget and specific savings goals to help with motivation for your low-buy, and I definitely second that recommendation! I'm currently following Dave Ramsey's Debt Snowball plan and every time I think about buying makeup I don't need, I remind myself that getting out of debt is more important.
I look forward to supporting everyone and I thank you for the support and confidence you've already given me!
Spikesmom
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Hi, everyone! This is my first post on Specktra, but I've been lurking here in the low buy thread for the past week or so. I think the support that y'all provide for each other is really helpful and I hope to be a part of that!
I just got into makeup about a year ago, and I spent the last 12 months amassing ridiculous amounts of product. I finally set a monthly budget for myself starting about 6 months ago, but I had exceeded my makeup budget every month (sometimes by hundreds of dollars!) until this month! I am very happy to report that I FINALLY kept within the predetermined budget for a full 31 days, and it feels so good!
I know that others have already mentioned the benefit of creating a household budget and specific savings goals to help with motivation for your low-buy, and I definitely second that recommendation! I'm currently following Dave Ramsey's Debt Snowball plan and every time I think about buying makeup I don't need, I remind myself that getting out of debt is more important.
I look forward to supporting everyone and I thank you for the support and confidence you've already given me!
kerry-jane88
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Today i managed to stop myself bidding too high on ebay for that dior trianon palette id wanted, didnt win, wasnt meant to be, checked it out in town and i dont think it was all that anyway,
a nice reminder for me to try swatch instore first.
i also avoided the temptation of buying stuff i dont need from tk maxx, as well as heavily discounted dior perfume!
GO ME!
also unsubscribed from a load of threads, so now im down to 10 subscriptions rather than 20, idk, i think some of the talk turns wildly enabling!
a nice reminder for me to try swatch instore first.
i also avoided the temptation of buying stuff i dont need from tk maxx, as well as heavily discounted dior perfume!
GO ME!
also unsubscribed from a load of threads, so now im down to 10 subscriptions rather than 20, idk, i think some of the talk turns wildly enabling!
Starlight77
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I received my PT already and it was a complete disappointment. I posted pics in the other thread so I won't spam them here. I will try for the rose diamond as some of you mentioned. thanks!
Starlight77
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which palette are you looking for?
NaomiH
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Oh that stinks, I'm sorry to hear that.
kerry-jane88
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the dior trianon bow shaped palette, shade favorite
Starlight77
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oh ok. i haven't seen that one :/
Spikesmom
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Aw really? I love it but it's really subtle.
PixieDancer
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Welcome welcome! So glad our little thread and positive vibes have brought you into our team! Let us know if you need any help or advice... We are here to support your goals!! Good luck hun!!Hi, everyone! This is my first post on Specktra, but I've been lurking here in the low buy thread for the past week or so. I think the support that y'all provide for each other is really helpful and I hope to be a part of that! I just got into makeup about a year ago, and I spent the last 12 months amassing ridiculous amounts of product. I finally set a monthly budget for myself starting about 6 months ago, but I had exceeded my makeup budget every month (sometimes by hundreds of dollars!) until this month! I am very happy to report that I FINALLY kept within the predetermined budget for a full 31 days, and it feels so good! I know that others have already mentioned the benefit of creating a household budget and specific savings goals to help with motivation for your low-buy, and I definitely second that recommendation! I'm currently following Dave Ramsey's Debt Snowball plan and every time I think about buying makeup I don't need, I remind myself that getting out of debt is more important. I look forward to supporting everyone and I thank you for the support and confidence you've already given me!
Same here-- all my excess is from the past year (except for a binge when Bare Minerals first came out, which was a long time ago). After Magnetic Nudes, I decided I had to cut down and it hasn't been too bad so far (especially since I got so much last year that there's nothing much new under the sun for me anymore, makeup-wise!). I am tracking all makeup expenses, Weight Watchers style, and doing a running total as I go and this has been pretty helpful. So has reorganizing my stash so I can better see and reach for the stuff I do have! Good luck, and congrats on your journey so far!!Hi, everyone! This is my first post on Specktra, but I've been lurking here in the low buy thread for the past week or so. I think the support that y'all provide for each other is really helpful and I hope to be a part of that! I just got into makeup about a year ago, and I spent the last 12 months amassing ridiculous amounts of product. I finally set a monthly budget for myself starting about 6 months ago, but I had exceeded my makeup budget every month (sometimes by hundreds of dollars!) until this month! I am very happy to report that I FINALLY kept within the predetermined budget for a full 31 days, and it feels so good! I know that others have already mentioned the benefit of creating a household budget and specific savings goals to help with motivation for your low-buy, and I definitely second that recommendation! I'm currently following Dave Ramsey's Debt Snowball plan and every time I think about buying makeup I don't need, I remind myself that getting out of debt is more important. I look forward to supporting everyone and I thank you for the support and confidence you've already given me!
NaomiH
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Welcome to the site and low-buy thread, we're glad to have you!Hi, everyone! This is my first post on Specktra, but I've been lurking here in the low buy thread for the past week or so. I think the support that y'all provide for each other is really helpful and I hope to be a part of that!
I just got into makeup about a year ago, and I spent the last 12 months amassing ridiculous amounts of product. I finally set a monthly budget for myself starting about 6 months ago, but I had exceeded my makeup budget every month (sometimes by hundreds of dollars!) until this month! I am very happy to report that I FINALLY kept within the predetermined budget for a full 31 days, and it feels so good!
I know that others have already mentioned the benefit of creating a household budget and specific savings goals to help with motivation for your low-buy, and I definitely second that recommendation! I'm currently following Dave Ramsey's Debt Snowball plan and every time I think about buying makeup I don't need, I remind myself that getting out of debt is more important.
I look forward to supporting everyone and I thank you for the support and confidence you've already given me!
Kaori
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My super discounted perfume set arrived and I'm disappointed QQ I can't smell any coconut or vanilla in it, I don't understand how so many people can describe it as such, all I smell are flowers. Talking about this one: http://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Lolita-Lempicka/Elle-L-aime-18761.html Maybe in summer it will smell differently, I read some perfumes smell differently in summer and in winter, not sure why ; Or maybe it settles into coconut after few hours or something *crossed fingers*
And my hubby says it smells like sunscreen =.=
; Or maybe it settles into coconut after few hours or something *crossed fingers*And my hubby says it smells like sunscreen =.=
That's disappointing :/ I've heard about that one that it's supposed to smell like coconut, but never tried it. I love coconut & vanilla too. I bought the Atelier Cologne Vanille Insensee candle and it smells really good, I kinda want to have the perfume now, but I can't get myself to spend so much on a scent.My super discounted perfume set arrived and I'm disappointed QQ I can't smell any coconut or vanilla in it, I don't understand how so many people can describe it as such, all I smell are flowers. Talking about this one: http://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Lolita-Lempicka/Elle-L-aime-18761.html Maybe in summer it will smell differently, I read some perfumes smell differently in summer and in winter, not sure why
kerry-jane88
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that one was on my wishlist, thought it would smell lovely and tropical! when i smelt it all i got was flowers too, how strange!My super discounted perfume set arrived and I'm disappointed QQ I can't smell any coconut or vanilla in it, I don't understand how so many people can describe it as such, all I smell are flowers. Talking about this one: http://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Lolita-Lempicka/Elle-L-aime-18761.html Maybe in summer it will smell differently, I read some perfumes smell differently in summer and in winter, not sure why
And my hubby says it smells like sunscreen =.=
