Resolution "LOW-BUY" 2014! Who wants to play?
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PixieDancer
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@burghchick awww I'm so sorry babe! I'll be thinking of you and your fur babies and sending up some prayers!
mel33t
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@burghchick lots of prayers headed your way love! I am in a makeup funk. I really don't want anything new and I'm very pleased with my collection right now. It could always use some sorting but right now its perfect. I've also found a more "affordable" hobby. I've always been big on planners and writing things down and I've always used stickers and post its to mark things, etc. Well little did I know there was this whole world of planner decorating!! And Melissa (that's my name 
) discovered washi tape. And at $2 ... I bought a bunch for $20 total and I'm in my happy place :stars:
) discovered washi tape. And at $2 ... I bought a bunch for $20 total and I'm in my happy place :stars:
veronikawithak
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I@burghchick lots of prayers headed your way love! I am in a makeup funk. I really don't want anything new and I'm very pleased with my collection right now. It could always use some sorting but right now its perfect. I've also found a more "affordable" hobby. I've always been big on planners and writing things down and I've always used stickers and post its to mark things, etc. Well little did I know there was this whole world of planner decorating!! And Melissa (that's my name
Starlight77
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*Knock Knock* Can I come back in?
Hello to all old friends and hi to the new! I took a well needed break from here as life was crazy busy with school, work and family. I have since followed my own rules that I learned through here and I've been doing very well. I'm not so much a low buyer... but i am a more practical buyer thanks to here!!
Since I've been gone, I've paid off credit card debt and MAC and I broke up. We are still friends but it will never be the same again. I do still buy from MAC on occassion but it's 1-2 items here and there. I have lost the thrill of the chasing down my products. Although my willpower will be tested with the Cinderella launch. lol.
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@mel33t awesome new hobby!! My newest hobby has been collecting dolls for my daughter.. ugh bad idea lol. ENJOY!!
Hello to all old friends and hi to the new! I took a well needed break from here as life was crazy busy with school, work and family. I have since followed my own rules that I learned through here and I've been doing very well. I'm not so much a low buyer... but i am a more practical buyer thanks to here!!
Since I've been gone, I've paid off credit card debt and MAC and I broke up. We are still friends but it will never be the same again. I do still buy from MAC on occassion but it's 1-2 items here and there. I have lost the thrill of the chasing down my products. Although my willpower will be tested with the Cinderella launch. lol.
I've only read last page...
@mel33t awesome new hobby!! My newest hobby has been collecting dolls for my daughter.. ugh bad idea lol. ENJOY!!
PixieDancer
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SOOOOO great to see you hun! Glad you stopped in and very glad you're doing so well!
Missed you around here!
Starlight77
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Thank you!! I'm going to try to balance reading forums but it gets hard with so much reading for school. Plus I like it in here, keeps me more grounded.
Missed ya Pixie!!!
jennyap
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@burghchick thinking of you and your kitties ((hugs)) I saw mention a little while back of a '6 for Christmas' which I like the idea of, here are mine: Mac Color Saturation gloss Mac Veronica's Blush pearlmatte Mac In Extra Dimension Lash mascara Mac Stay Warm Mineralise Tinted Lip Balm Clinique Quickliner for Eyes in Grape Clinique Airbrush Concealer I don't expect to finish them all but hopefully most and I'll make a decent dent in those I don't.
kerry-jane88
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urgh, so im down to the last bits of powder in the pans of my two foundations, i ordered a new powder foundation from pur minerals in porcelain.
turns up today and its too dark :/ luckily i can send it back though.
im fed up of trying to find a decent pale pressed powder foundation.
i was using mac msfn but wanted a more 'natural' 'green beauty' powder.
there's plenty of loose mineral powders out there, even some perfect pale ones, but i just really dislike loose and it's not touch up friendly,
and i need to touch up often!
so i've resgined myself to the fact that im going to give up trying to look for an alternative pressed mineral powder and just go back to mac msfn,
as all the trial and errors costing too much money and not to mention nothings yet come close comparsion wise!
im throwing in the towel!
turns up today and its too dark :/ luckily i can send it back though.
im fed up of trying to find a decent pale pressed powder foundation.
i was using mac msfn but wanted a more 'natural' 'green beauty' powder.
there's plenty of loose mineral powders out there, even some perfect pale ones, but i just really dislike loose and it's not touch up friendly,
and i need to touch up often!
so i've resgined myself to the fact that im going to give up trying to look for an alternative pressed mineral powder and just go back to mac msfn,
as all the trial and errors costing too much money and not to mention nothings yet come close comparsion wise!
im throwing in the towel!
MissTania
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@kerry-jane88 It can be so hard to find a good reliable powder foundation.
For me, it is http://www.clinique.com.au/product/1607/6201/Makeup/Powders/Almost-Powder-Makeup-SPF-15/index.tmpl
I must have gone through a dozen by now. I wear Neutral Fair.
Light is a nice shade and it would suit pale skin tones.
The coverage is buildable, I don't agree with the website saying it is sheer.
I apply it with a sponge and it's so quick and easy to use, and I love the texture and finish.
Before that I used Dior - nice, but I prefer Clinique.
My skin is oily and it helps keep it in check for several hours before I get oily in the afternoon- but I wear SPF 30 moisturiser which contributes.
If you have not tried this, I recommend it highly!
For me, it is http://www.clinique.com.au/product/1607/6201/Makeup/Powders/Almost-Powder-Makeup-SPF-15/index.tmpl
I must have gone through a dozen by now. I wear Neutral Fair.
Light is a nice shade and it would suit pale skin tones.
The coverage is buildable, I don't agree with the website saying it is sheer.
I apply it with a sponge and it's so quick and easy to use, and I love the texture and finish.
Before that I used Dior - nice, but I prefer Clinique.
My skin is oily and it helps keep it in check for several hours before I get oily in the afternoon- but I wear SPF 30 moisturiser which contributes.
If you have not tried this, I recommend it highly!
veronikawithak
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Did some more downsizing. Got rid of 20 nail polishes (10 full size and 10 minis). Down to 12 full size and 10 minis including base and top coats! Really happy with what I have left, but I might let a few more go if I don't use them enough. I also got rid of my acrylic storage and repurposed one of my makeup bags to store all of my nail stuff in one place. I just need to make sure I don't outgrow this bag now! I also tossed a couple lip products and set some aside for B2M. Lipsticks and glosses are my major area that I need to work on now. I have a few set aside that I'm wearing for Fall and then I'll B2M what's left at the end of the season. I need to work on eyeliners and finishing up some of my face powders too. I'm on my last travel size shampoo and conditioner and then I have a shampoo and body bar as my only backup. Sold all of my hot tools as well since I haven't used them in probably 2 years! Body products are slowly getting used up.. getting my hoard under control!
kerry-jane88
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Wahoo you go [@]veronikawithak[/@]!
dodotheextinct
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great job @veronikawithak keep up that great work!
veronikawithak
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It's pretty quiet in here.. hope everyone's being good.
I decided to do a Project 333 for the rest of 2014, to get into the habit because starting in January I want to try and do it for the whole year! If you're not familiar, you choose 33 items and only wear those items for 3 months. My closet is driving me absolutely crazy right now.. I haven't taken out some of the summer items and I feel like I can't get control of my laundry pile (a good indication that there's too much to wear). It started as something for clothes but I'm going to do a set of clothes and one of cosmetics too (because that needs some work as well). Kind of like a seasonal makeup basket but with a particular item limit.
Clothing (underwear, daily accessories like wedding rings/watches etc., and lounge/workout clothes not included):
3 jeans
3 dresses
6 tops
6 tanks
5 accessories: 2 scarves, 1 necklace, 1 bracelet, 1 pair of earrings
7 outerwear (because Canada): 2 sweaters, 2 coats, 1 pair of gloves, 2 hats
3 footwear: 3 pairs of boots
Cosmetics:
4 face: face primer, eye primer, under eye concealer, powder foundation
6 cheeks: 3 blushes, 1 highlighter, 1 contour, 1 bronzer
8 lips: 3 lipsticks, 5 lipglosses
3 brows: 2 pencils, 1 gel
2 eyeshadow bases
8 eyeshadows
2 eyeliners
Rules: If I use something up/wear it out I can replace it with something from my stash or buy something new if I don't have a replacement. I am allowed to switch out items or change the category limits but the numbers have to stay at 33 and everything else has to stay put away. For the cosmetics, particularly lip products, there are certain items I want to use up by the end of the year and if I don't they'll be thrown out or B2M.
I'm also working on finishing a set of body products like a tub of shea butter, a facial spray, toner, facial oil, body oil, etc. I have backups for everything so I'm trying to clear things out.
How does everyone feel about the final stretch? Only 9 weeks left of the year!
I decided to do a Project 333 for the rest of 2014, to get into the habit because starting in January I want to try and do it for the whole year! If you're not familiar, you choose 33 items and only wear those items for 3 months. My closet is driving me absolutely crazy right now.. I haven't taken out some of the summer items and I feel like I can't get control of my laundry pile (a good indication that there's too much to wear). It started as something for clothes but I'm going to do a set of clothes and one of cosmetics too (because that needs some work as well). Kind of like a seasonal makeup basket but with a particular item limit.
Clothing (underwear, daily accessories like wedding rings/watches etc., and lounge/workout clothes not included):
3 jeans
3 dresses
6 tops
6 tanks
5 accessories: 2 scarves, 1 necklace, 1 bracelet, 1 pair of earrings
7 outerwear (because Canada): 2 sweaters, 2 coats, 1 pair of gloves, 2 hats
3 footwear: 3 pairs of boots
Cosmetics:
4 face: face primer, eye primer, under eye concealer, powder foundation
6 cheeks: 3 blushes, 1 highlighter, 1 contour, 1 bronzer
8 lips: 3 lipsticks, 5 lipglosses
3 brows: 2 pencils, 1 gel
2 eyeshadow bases
8 eyeshadows
2 eyeliners
Rules: If I use something up/wear it out I can replace it with something from my stash or buy something new if I don't have a replacement. I am allowed to switch out items or change the category limits but the numbers have to stay at 33 and everything else has to stay put away. For the cosmetics, particularly lip products, there are certain items I want to use up by the end of the year and if I don't they'll be thrown out or B2M.
I'm also working on finishing a set of body products like a tub of shea butter, a facial spray, toner, facial oil, body oil, etc. I have backups for everything so I'm trying to clear things out.
How does everyone feel about the final stretch? Only 9 weeks left of the year!
kerry-jane88
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Like veronikawithak i hope everyone's doing good too! It can be hard to ignore the holiday beauty sirens! So for my final stretch of the year I'm focusing on using things up. A lot of the colour cosmetics aren't interesting me at the moment, I'd rather save for the skincare I want anyway. I'm also hoping to start doing some youtube videos to accompany my blog, so that will keep me busy enough with my stash.
jennyap
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I'm working on my inventory - I just had Mac items before, but now I've rejigged it with help from some you here I'm putting everything on it - all makeup, skincare, body & hair stuff. It's taking a little while, will hopefully finish tomorrow. The numbers are going to be frankly scary I think! On the plus side I have pulled out some stuff to either bin or pass on as I've gone through them, probably a dozen items so far.
Audrey C
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Sincere, not snarky question; why would you want to do that?It's pretty quiet in here.. hope everyone's being good.
I decided to do a Project 333 for the rest of 2014, to get into the habit because starting in January I want to try and do it for the whole year! If you're not familiar, you choose 33 items and only wear those items for 3 months. My closet is driving me absolutely crazy right now.. I haven't taken out some of the summer items and I feel like I can't get control of my laundry pile (a good indication that there's too much to wear). It started as something for clothes but I'm going to do a set of clothes and one of cosmetics too (because that needs some work as well). Kind of like a seasonal makeup basket but with a particular item limit. Clothing (underwear, daily accessories like wedding rings/watches etc., and lounge/workout clothes not included): 3 jeans 3 dresses 6 tops 6 tanks 5 accessories: 2 scarves, 1 necklace, 1 bracelet, 1 pair of earrings 7 outerwear (because Canada): 2 sweaters, 2 coats, 1 pair of gloves, 2 hats 3 footwear: 3 pairs of boots Cosmetics: 4 face: face primer, eye primer, under eye concealer, powder foundation 6 cheeks: 3 blushes, 1 highlighter, 1 contour, 1 bronzer 8 lips: 3 lipsticks, 5 lipglosses 3 brows: 2 pencils, 1 gel 2 eyeshadow bases 8 eyeshadows 2 eyeliners Rules: If I use something up/wear it out I can replace it with something from my stash or buy something new if I don't have a replacement. I am allowed to switch out items or change the category limits but the numbers have to stay at 33 and everything else has to stay put away. For the cosmetics, particularly lip products, there are certain items I want to use up by the end of the year and if I don't they'll be thrown out or B2M. I'm also working on finishing a set of body products like a tub of shea butter, a facial spray, toner, facial oil, body oil, etc. I have backups for everything so I'm trying to clear things out. How does everyone feel about the final stretch? Only 9 weeks left of the year!
veronikawithak
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Just as a fun experiment/challenge to push myself! I'll be able to see what items are the true must haves and which might need to get passed on over the next year. Plus it'll let me see that I can manage with a smaller amount than I have, and it will push me to be more creative by trying different combinations. That's the idea anyway. Just the next step in paring down to only loves.
:nods: I did just place a Sephora order. I ordered a serum, given I'm nearly out of my current one (which I don't like so much now), used a code from their matching game thingie for additional 150 BI points, then turned in 100 for a mini mascara (Marc Jacobs O!Mega Lash Volumizing). I'm okay with this, given I'm nearing the point where I'd be getting new mascara anyway. I could have gotten one or two more (they also had one each from Lancome, Buxom, Clinique, Urban Decay, and Sephora brand), but I stuck with the one, and I'll get another Bare Minerals one in the new year.It's pretty quiet in here.. hope everyone's being good.
Good luck with that!
I'm going to be going through my jewelry and my closet this coming week. I've got lots of earrings I don't wear these days, along with some necklaces. And after reading a blog post on decluttering one's closet, I realized I could be a bit more aggressive in that regard. (My closet isn't bursting at the seams, but there are still things in it that I've not worn in a long time -- and will probably never wear again -- that I just have to let go.)
Pretty good!
veronikawithak
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Nice.:nods: I did just place a Sephora order. I ordered a serum, given I'm nearly out of my current one (which I don't like so much now), used a code from their matching game thingie for additional 150 BI points, then turned in 100 for a mini mascara (Marc Jacobs O!Mega Lash Volumizing). I'm okay with this, given I'm nearing the point where I'd be getting new mascara anyway. I could have gotten one or two more (they also had one each from Lancome, Buxom, Clinique, Urban Decay, and Sephora brand), but I stuck with the one, and I'll get another Bare Minerals one in the new year. Good luck with that!
Glad you're doing well! Good luck with your closet declutter! My closet is a mess right now. With the change of seasons and losing weight I have various sizes and styles so it was time for a big overhaul.