Resolution "LOW-BUY" 2015

[Buffy89]

Just having a peek to say hi and reply
@Anaphora and @mel33t That's great that this was helpful for you, even if it wasn't enjoyable, I think it's a good way to reflect one's own behavior and to get some inspirational input/point of view one hasn't had before. I've been watching both a lot of "shopaholic" documentaries and self-appreciation vlogs lately, and I've made some really helpful conclusions.
@kerry-jane88 word! That's exactly what I've noticed myself, but I've tried to make (silly) excuses so I kept a lot of items instead of purging them. That lipstick thing is really relevant to me, at my job or even in my free time when I'm not at home, I absolutely dislike having to check my lipstick/reapply it. Having snacks at work, there always are some nasty crumbs from my sandwiches/cookies etc. which get stuck on my lips when I'm wearing gloss, for example. Dunno if that's because I'm so clumsy, lol. Or lipstick vanishing from the center of the lips, leaving a weird "liner". My job is at a small library and I'm the only employee per shift, so I was told to lock the entrance when I need to go to the restroom (that's not so nice, because customers can't enter the library then), and I also need to seize my chance when there are no customers because I'm not allowed to leave them unattended, plus, I won't put my makeup bag on the desk and reapply my lipstick when there are customers around. So it's really hard to find a moment to reapply my makeup properly. Therefore, I prefer neutral lip colors that either last very well or vanish from my lips in a non-silly way.
btw, I'm afraid my sentence structure/grammar's really clumsy atm, I'm crazily busy doing stuff for uni and I guess my brain is switching off any functions which aren't necessary at the moment, such as foreign languages, lol.

 

[starletta8]

Hey guys- checking in for some accountability! (and some advice)

This week, I purchased the following (remember, I gave myself a nail polish pass- I normally wouldn't get 2 CL polishes in one week though):
Tatcha blotting papers (I am down to 2 in the packet in my purse)
Shiseido facial cotton (I opened my last packet at home- I try to keep at least 1 around so I don't run out)
CL Alta Perla nail polish
CL Scarabee I nail polish (LE)
Chanel Fraucheur nail polish (LE)
Revlon Super Lustrous Shine Lipstick- Lovers Coral (wanted to try formula, and a plenti offer made it $2.99)
4x Butter London Scrubbers (HG product for me, on sale at Ulta)

I went to a class at Sephora and didn't pick anything up (yay!). I also avoided Bath & Body Works (semi-annual sale is catnip for me).

Aside from the 2 CL, I did well this week. I'm going to pick up the AmorePacific SPF compact to try because I'm always on the hunt for good sunblock. With lots of melanoma in my family, this is not an area I consider low-buy apply to. It's basic healthcare.

And here's where I'm having some issues. My Chi flat iron died yesterday morning. I headed to Ulta yesterday to pick up another one (my store has some less desirable colors on clearance for $60; I don't care what color it is) because of the 3x points. I saw the email about the upcoming 5x event instead and settled for another 2 boxes of Scrubbers. I can't get away with going to work without a flat iron, and my hair breaks easily. I like my Chi. Not an issue, especially at the lower price. I will purchase a clearance Chi tomorrow when the event starts since those points mean a lot to me.

I'm stockpiling my Ulta points because I have a future need/want. My hair dryer has a death rattle, so I know its days are numbered. I've had it 6 years already. I will need a new hair dryer, and need a good one because drying my hair is an adventure. I want to upgrade to a GHD or T3. I cannot stomach paying $200-250 for a hair dryer, so I'm hoarding Ulta points. My hope is that when the next uber 20% coupon comes out with 0 exclusions, I'll have enough points to either pay for one or make it < $50.

I noticed today in the shower that my 2 shampoos and conditioners (I found alternating works best for my hair) are down at the 1/3 mark. My favorite hair mask is now at about 40% full. All will need to be purchased within the next 4 weeks. As will my Philosophy wipes, and one of my staple hair styling products. Does it violate the spirit of low buy if I just buy everything I would have to replace within the next 4 weeks during the 5x event if those points might be enough to get me close to my target when I need to purchase a hair dryer? All are products that are daily staples that I've replaced individually more than once already, so I will use them.

 

[Alysse011]

Hey guys- checking in for some accountability! (and some advice) This week, I purchased the following (remember, I gave myself a nail polish pass- I normally wouldn't get 2 CL polishes in one week though): Tatcha blotting papers (I am down to 2 in the packet in my purse) Shiseido facial cotton (I opened my last packet at home- I try to keep at least 1 around so I don't run out) CL Alta Perla nail polish CL Scarabee I nail polish (LE) Chanel Fraucheur nail polish (LE) Revlon Super Lustrous Shine Lipstick- Lovers Coral (wanted to try formula, and a plenti offer made it $2.99) 4x Butter London Scrubbers (HG product for me, on sale at Ulta) I went to a class at Sephora and didn't pick anything up (yay!). I also avoided Bath & Body Works (semi-annual sale is catnip for me). Aside from the 2 CL, I did well this week. I'm going to pick up the AmorePacific SPF compact to try because I'm always on the hunt for good sunblock. With lots of melanoma in my family, this is not an area I consider low-buy apply to. It's basic healthcare. And here's where I'm having some issues.  My Chi flat iron died yesterday morning. I headed to Ulta yesterday to pick up another one (my store has some less desirable colors on clearance for $60; I don't care what color it is) because of the 3x points. I saw the email about the upcoming 5x event instead and settled for another 2 boxes of Scrubbers. I can't get away with going to work without a flat iron, and my hair breaks easily. I like my Chi. Not an issue, especially at the lower price. I will purchase a clearance Chi tomorrow when the event starts since those points mean a lot to me. I'm stockpiling my Ulta points because I have a future need/want. My hair dryer has a death rattle, so I know its days are numbered. I've had it 6 years already. I will need a new hair dryer, and need a good one because drying my hair is an adventure. I want to upgrade to a GHD or T3. I cannot stomach paying $200-250 for a hair dryer, so I'm hoarding Ulta points. My hope is that when the next uber 20% coupon comes out with 0 exclusions, I'll have enough points to either pay for one or make it < $50. I noticed today in the shower that my 2 shampoos and conditioners (I found alternating works best for my hair) are down at the 1/3 mark. My favorite hair mask is now at about 40% full. All will need to be purchased within the next 4 weeks. As will my Philosophy wipes, and one of my staple hair styling products. Does it violate the spirit of low buy if I just buy everything I would have to replace within the next 4 weeks during the 5x event if those points might be enough to get me close to my target when I need to purchase a hair dryer? All are products that are daily staples that I've replaced individually more than once already, so I will use them.

Great job! I don't think that violates the spirit of a low buy at all. They're staples that would be replaced anyway (it's not like you're purchasing a new lipstick when you have a dozen already), and I honestly think it would be smarter to get them during the 5x points.

 

[Alysse011]

My June low buy went pretty well. I did buy 2 lip products - a Surratt lip gloss and a new color of YSL Sheer Candy (I finished a tube of one this month). I'm thinking of returning a dior lippie I bought in May that I haven't worn much at all. We will see. I also moved last weekend and purged a TON of stuff. Anything that didn't spark joy haha. So makeup, shoes, clothes, etc were donated. I had a lot of makeup in my bathroom closet that I took out of rotation and haven't used since and didn't miss at all - it felt good to let it go! For some reason purging is highly satisfying. I will say though that I'm about to buy another Guerlain foundation. I have a $40 gift card to Sephora. I'll still be out about $20, but that's better than $60! It's not really an absolute need since I still have luminous silk, but oh well it's my favorite! I also got a sample of MAC's Lightening Softening Lotion and really like it so far. Oh and one more sample - Hourglass No 28 Primer. I think I really like that too. I've never had a primer I actually like, but this one smooths over my dry areas and feels so soft! I'll probably wait on the next VIB sale to get it though since it isn't necessary and I can just ask for more samples in the mean time.

 

[Buffy89]

@starletta8 I second Alysse's opinion! It is your personal low buy, so the rules are determined by yourself, but if I were in your situation, I'd do just as Alysse recommends. To me, hair dryers and flat irons are like household devices, so no need to think about these. And I'm usually trying to find my staples for a sales price or when nice GWPs are available, 'cause that's just reasonalbe budgeting in my opinion.

@Alysse011 oh wow, well done! Haven't finished my KonMari book yet, but I'm planning to do a purge as well. But I'm still half "ok let's purge all that annoying stuff. I. CAN. DO. IT", half "ohhh, but I might need it one day, and actually it isn't as bad, and it was pricey back then, so let's keep it just because". I guess I need to do it on a "good day" when I'm feeling motivated and brave enough to face the challenge!

 

[starletta8]

I don't think that violates the spirit of a low buy at all. They're staples that would be replaced anyway (it's not like you're purchasing a new lipstick when you have a dozen already), and I honestly think it would be smarter to get them during the 5x points.

Thanks! I'm also kicking butt and taking names on my "use it up"; June is probably going to be the most productive month this year.

I was leaning towards doing the stock up anyhow, but wanted some outside opinions. I'm going to be good and stick to items I'm repurchasing only. And as a platinum, it's actually 5.25 points. Looking at how much I plan to spend, I'm going to near that $150ish range on Ulta rewards that I wanted to be for a hair dryer! (I pass no judgment over those who have paid full price, but I personally can't wrap my head around it, despite being queen of $50 nail polish.)

 

[starletta8]

Quote: Originally Posted by Buffy89

@starletta8 I second Alysse's opinion! It is your personal low buy, so the rules are determined by yourself, but if I were in your situation, I'd do just as Alysse recommends. To me, hair dryers and flat irons are like household devices, so no need to think about these. And I'm usually trying to find my staples for a sales price or when nice GWPs are available, 'cause that's just reasonalbe budgeting in my opinion.



The flat iron was a no-brainer; being able to wait 48 hours for 5x points is totally worth it. I'd eventually like to upgrade every single styling tool to T3/GHD, but that's some serious cash. Hence the maximizing reward programs! I go to Ulta's salon, so it's easy for me to load up on their points. I can get them in the salon, but you can't use them there- so why not save up, right?

I'm going to push myself to be better on nail polish this week even though I said it wasn't included. I don't think I'm going to finish any makeup products that have to be replenished this week. I will have to pick up more cleansing water in the next couple of weeks, but that's a simple replenishment instead of adding something. My goal eventually is to get to a one-in/one-out on skincare, body products, hair products, base makeup products (ie foundations, concealers, etc).

Next needed makeup purchases:
* Chanel Les Beiges powder (last purchased last September, I'm down to a donut)
* Tom Ford Traceless Perfecting Foundation (2/3 finished, HG!)
* Dior Diorshow Lash primer (currently going without)

 

[starletta8]

I will say though that I'm about to buy another Guerlain foundation. I have a $40 gift card to Sephora. I'll still be out about $20, but that's better than $60! It's not really an absolute need since I still have luminous silk, but oh well it's my favorite! I also got a sample of MAC's Lightening Softening Lotion and really like it so far. Oh and one more sample - Hourglass No 28 Primer. I think I really like that too. I've never had a primer I actually like, but this one smooths over my dry areas and feels so soft! I'll probably wait on the next VIB sale to get it though since it isn't necessary and I can just ask for more samples in the mean time.

Congrats on the purging! When I brought out my summer clothes, I did a huge purge and it felt amazing. Suddenly looking in my closet was fun.

Gift cards help- if it's your favorite, I'd consider it a staple. I find it necessary to keep a mini foundation wardrobe, varying in finish and weight. So if you have more than one, I'd consider it ok.

 

[Anaphora]

I think I'm going to return a Josie Maran powder foundation I got to Sephora tomorrow. I don't really like it and would much rather just have the cash.

 

[Sandalskt]

I just finished her book and it was awesome. I was going through all my clothing and got rid of over five bags. It makes you feel better to have it gone even if it was expensive. Seeing it makes you feel worse that you still don't wear it. Then I went to sephora and treated myself to a few cute peplum tops which I love!

 

[starletta8]

I'm very proud of myself- I went to Sephora yesterday and left only with 2 items- one that I pre-planned (the AmorePacific SPF compact- seriously, it's awesome. It can be layered over your makeup during the day without destroying it. Yay SPF!) and one that I've been thinking about for awhile and actually needed- the Sephora Collection hair clips that look like the Drybar ones but are $6 cheaper (without a flat iron, I need to blow out my hair!).

I wasn't really tempted by the rest of the store, either. It's getting easier.

That said, I swatched Chanel Perle de Lune eyeliner and loved it. I need to try to use up 2 eyeliners before I can buy it though.... and it's LE. The struggle is real.

 

[starletta8]

Whoops.... that praise was pre-emptive.

I picked up my flat iron (decided against the Chi and went for a budget flat iron with adjustable heat settings)- with a coupon. Awesome. Spotted a Seche polish on clearance. Awesome.

And then.... sitting on the clearance rack in its glory was UD Vice 3. For $29.97.

Oh, snap.

I struggled about buying this palette when it was full price. One magically followed me home. I totally broke the no-buy.

 

[shellygrrl]

Can you return it? Anyhoo, FOTD. * Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer * It Cosmetics YSBB CC Cream - Fair * MAC Studio Sculpt Concealer - NW15 * Anastasia Brow Powder Duo - Ash Brown * hairspray on spoolie for brow gel * NARS Smudgeproof Eyeshadow Base * Victoria's Secret eyeshadow - Bunny * Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette - Tease and Verve * MUFE Smoky Extravagant Mascara * MAC Blush - Next to Skin * MAC Lipstick - Feed the Senses

 

[Genn]

So I'm going to put myself on a no buy until September 1st. Or attempt to anyway. I just have to make myself avoid Sephora and makeup news. The only exception will be a new beauty blender.

 

[dodotheextinct]

Whoops.... that praise was pre-emptive.

I picked up my flat iron (decided against the Chi and went for a budget flat iron with adjustable heat settings)- with a coupon. Awesome. Spotted a Seche polish on clearance. Awesome.

And then.... sitting on the clearance rack in its glory was UD Vice 3. For $29.97.

Oh, snap.

I struggled about buying this palette when it was full price. One magically followed me home. I totally broke the no-buy.

Can you return it? Or if you really adore the colors in the palette perhaps you can implement the one in one out rule. But great job on just picking up what you were planning to buy!

 

[shellygrrl]

And now for a half-year status report... Purchases January * Bare Minerals Flawless Definition Mascara - Black (repurchase) * free sample of Laura Mercier Smooth Flawless Finish Fluide - Vanille * Maybelline Brow Drama Sculpting Brow Mascara - Clear February none March * Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer (mini size) * 100 pt mini Make Up For Ever Smoky Extravagant Mascara - Black * NARS Smudgeproof Eyeshadow Base (repurchase) April none May none June * Hakuhodo J142 * Hakuhodo J146 * Hakuhodo J5529 * Bare Minerals Flawless Definition Mascara - Black (repurchase) * MAC Paint Pot - Tailor Grey * Prestige True Kohl Kajal Waterproof - Matte Black And in terms of goals so far... Where To Stop (No Buy) Pre-Made Eyeshadow Palettes - Don't want or need any more. None purchased. Bronzers - Need to work through the two I have, not to mention I've got one blush that practically is a bronzer on me! None purchased. Concealer - I'm okay with the ones I have at the moment. None purchased. Eye Liners - The ones I have need to be used more. I purged most of my eyeliner pencils earlier this year and purchased one as a replacement. I'm not in a major hurry to replace any of the others I tossed right now. Blushes - Going to focus on the ones I have. None purchased. Setting and Finishing Powders - Don't need either/or right now. None purchased. Where To Slow Down (Proceed with Caution) Single Eyeshadows - Although I added several shades to my stash in 2014, I did notice a gap (this includes within pre-made palettes): matte transition(ish) shades. Even with my eye shape I think I can do with some. So I'd like to focus primarily on those sorts of colours. That said, I won't smack myself (much) if I buy a shade I'm lemming. And I'd like to complete the eyeshadow side of my MAC palette; I have five spots remaining. (I'm still wanting to separate it, and the blush side, into two singles.) No new powder eyeshadows purchased so far this year. Still have my eye on several colours to fill the gap of matte transition(ish) shades. No real want to fill the eyeshadow side of my double-sided MAC palette anymore. I've actually been considering buying a single and putting all my MAC shadows and pan blushes in that. Lipliner - I spotted a gap here, too (I don't have a true purple lipliner). I can fill that. Still haven't purchased one. Brow Products I have an eye on a brow pen, but other than that? Not much. Eyeshadow Primer - Replace/repurchase my NARS primer. Did that! Lipgloss - If I run out of a colour I have, or if it goes bad, I can replace it. But I don't think I'll be adding any more. I tossed many lipglosses. I'm down to just one, now. Mascara - Two is a good number for me, and the ones I have are loves. Just repurchase when the time comes. I repurchased the Bare Minerals one. I have not repurchased the Marc Jacobs one I was using at the start of this year. (Instead I opted to try the mini MUFE mascara.) Cream Eyeshadows/Paint Pots - I'm looking at Tailor Grey to round out this part of my stash. Bought it! And I tossed my remaining Maybelline Color Tattoo as it was aging and whatnot. I very much prefer the Paint Pot formula. Lipstick - There are some shades I need to use a bit more (namely my reds!), and I still want to come up with additional lipliner/lipstick combos. I still want a few NARS Audacious lippies, but I'm not in much of a hurry to buy them. Haven't played with lipliner/lipstick combos. I ended up purging several lippies. Points of Focus Pigments - Use the ones I have even more. I likely won't add to the number I have, but I'm not going to restrict myself from buying more, either. Haven't purchased any new piggies, but I could still do to use the ones I've got. Highlighter/Luminizer - I've got two (one liquid, one powder) I've been looking at. None purchased so far. I've also got a cream highlight I'm looking at. Foundation Primer - There is one I have my eye on: Hourglass Veil Mineral. I'll get the little one to try out and see if I like it. Then I'll go from there. Bought it, love it. Foundation - I'll likely be in the market for at least one new one next year. My CC cream has got to be nearing its end; my NARS one is aging; and the less said about my Maybelline, the better. I've got a few that I'm looking at, and at least one in particular that my radar is on. The Maybelline one got tossed. The CC Cream thinks it's the Energizer bunny; every time I think it's nearly done, it keeps going and going and going.... NARS SG is...well, it's NARS SG. My lemming for Laura Mercier SFFF dried up. I want to try the new MUFE Ultra HD, along with NARS ADLW, and I've also got an eye on the Cover FX Custom Color Drops. Brushes - There is at least one gap I want to fill. Otherwise it's to look for better shapes to serve various purposes, or to supplement existing brushes, so I have a collection I love. I bought three Hakus which are fantastic. Miscellaneous False Lashes - I don't wear them much, but they're something I'd like to delve into/play with a little bit more. Haven't purchased any. * * * July - December goals... Where To Stop (No Buy) * Pre-Made Eyeshadow Palettes * Bronzers * Concealers * Eyeliners * Blushes * Finishing/Setting Powders * Eyeshadow Primer * Face Primer * Pigments Where To Slow Down (Proceed with Caution) * Single (Powder) Eyeshadows * Lipliner * Brow Products * Lipgloss * Mascara * Cream Eyeshadows/Paint Pots * Lipstick Points of Focus * Highlighter/Luminizer * Foundation * Brushes Miscellaneous * False Lashes

 

[Twinkle_Twinkle]

@shellygrrl - I really like your breakdown. I might implement something similar.

I was doing very well for a while. I knew I was likely going to get the JH Becca Highlighter (and I did) and I've been thinking about getting the new Bobbi Brown Shimmerbrick but I'm still on the fence. I recently ran into foundation matching issues and (my foundation was looking too golden while my undertones are becoming more and more red as the summer goes on) so I got the Becca Mineral Powder to use as a setting powder because some of the shades skew very red. And I bought a full size of the SuperGoop SPF spray because the Sephora I went to was out of the smaller size and I needed it ASAP, but now I think I might just exchange it for the smaller size. So I feel good about those purchases, but the recent UD F&F sale was a disaster for my low-buy. I got tons of eye shadows, mainly UD exclusives and a few I'd been lemming for a while now and some more UDPP which I actually needed. I rationalized it because the UD sales are irregular and I don't know exactly when the next one will roll around and there are a lot of sales that hit in late fall (Sephora and NYX) that I want to be prepared for and it might have been too much if the UD sale fell around the same time. Plus I've been hoarding my cash-back rewards on my CC and I figure I could cash those in for this purchase, but I feel guilty about the makeup binge.

 

[starletta8]

I thought about it for awhile and I'm fine with it since I was planning to buy it at full price and didn't.

I'm not doing this in a restrictive, punitive manner. Nope, not worth it- and all it will do is make me incredibly resentful, angry, and result in an epic binge.

One in/one out isn't at all practical for me but I will have a finished eyeshadow here in a week or so. I've been on pan for a couple of months already- I will have finished every bit of it up. Overall, I'm doing well. I'm thinking about my fall purchases and honestly evaluating potential purchases vs my current collection. If I can dupe it, I can skip it. If I can't, it goes on a list to continue thinking about. And I figure I'll rack and stack and allow myself only a couple of items. I don't have an exact number, I'l look at my budget.

I did stock up at Ulta and cashed in my points. I walked away with a T3 Featherweight 2i for.... wait for it... $0.54!!!! Most epic haul ever.

I've made a couple of other small purchases lately, including an item that should've been on my original "don't worry about it" list. I've mostly been cashing in B2M, recycling at Kiehl's, and Plenti points so these are freebies. I've also been debating some of these for a long, long time.

 

[shellygrrl]

FOTD... * Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer * It Cosmetics YSBB CC Cream - Fair * MAC Studio Sculpt Concealer - NW15 * OCC Skin Conceal - Y1 * Anastasia Brow Powder Duo - Ash Brown * hair spray on spoolie as brow gel * NARS Smudgeproof Eyeshadow Base * Makeup Geek Eyeshadow - Prom Night * Sephora Waterproof eyeliner pencil - 5th Avenue * Bare Minerals Flawless Definition Mascara - Black * NARS Blush - Sex Fantasy * Maybelline ColorSensational Vivids lipstick - Shocking Coral * NYX MegaShine Lipgloss - Nude Pink

 

[Glitteryvegas]

WHEW!!! What a great post, lots of indepth thinking/reporting here and of course, self reflection. Looks like you've conquered a lot so far this year and really kept yourself accountable. Love it, way to go!!!





As for me, I have a lot of news!

In June, I paid off my credit card!!! It was seriously SO EXCITING. I may have gone to my car, called hubs and cried. We were both so happy. I can't even remember the last time it was paid in full - it's been years. Now I have like three manageable bills that go through on it and that will be paid in full every month, as it's built into my budget to pay for those expenses. No more shopping sprees, trips, etc put onto the card. I keep getting notices to increase my limit too (the girl at the bank when I paid it off offered me an increase BAHAHAHAHA). They make me laugh.

That has really recharged my focus to pay down my LOC debt. Husband is really helping me too, so it's a team effort. We are both doing really well with our no buys. I still haven't bought ANY makeup, which is seriously so exciting. I think I told you guys that my mom bought me the MAC 15 pan palette and Miley Viva gloss for Easter - those are the last makeup items I've rec'd and I've spent $0 on makeup this year. I truly didn't think I'd make it this far. I remember a time when I couldn't last a week. I love reading all of your updates, because it sounds like we are really moving forward in this thread. Sometimes it's one step back, but the momentum is forward!!!

Hubs bought us a juicer with his OT money & we consider that a 'health' purchase, not a 'fun' purchase (even though it is fun to get into shape and be healthy lol!). I've bought a few starbucks here and there (one to celebrate paying off the CC!!!), but overall we're still sticking to it - no eating out. We are doing so good with our year, I'm proud of us.

One thing that we've given up is the TV limitations. That one seriously was terrible. I'd like to watch less, for sure...but right now, it's getting us through. One thing at a time, I guess. I have to celebrate my victories as they happen, rather than focusing on what we aren't doing.

Big bro is getting married this month, so there's been temptations there for sure. My mom bought me a beautiful dress and it's tempting to go all out (accessories, shoes, etc). I'm still toying with the idea of buying a second outfit (it's going to be HELLA hot and it's casual...so for pics I'll wear my dress, but I'm thinking of changing after). I was going to buy a pair of dressy shorts and a top....but the other day i went to the shops and I didn't buy anything. Then UNDER MY BED I found a rubbermaid box of SUMMER CLOTHES. Seriously. With black dressy shorts in it. YAY!!!! I may still buy a new top, but I think I'm going to just keep the black shorts/shoes I have and use those and bring some flip flops to change into. I keep thinking to myself - will buying a new pair of shoes matter in a year? Do I need the shoes? Can I get around buying this thing? My whole mindset is so different now. I feel renewed and positive. It's really liberating.

In makeup matters, for the wedding it's getting 'complicated' lol. I'm not a waterproof mascara girl, so all my stuff seriously climbs down my face if I cry. And I'll probably cry during my bro's wedding.

So herein lies the problem. I'm doing my own makeup and my mom doesn't have waterproof mascara. I have mini disposable wands, so that was my plan - use hers. Now I'm like AHHH What am I going to do? I guess I could just try not to cry. Lol. I'm really hoping to make it all year w/o buying any products, so this is kinda bumming me out lol. Suggestions are welcome!!!

Hope ya'll are having a GREAT Summer and getting in a lot of R&R as well as decluttering, saving, and playing with our well loved products!!!