Yikes...it's been a minute. I cannot believe we are already 1/2 way through May...What the French Toast. Ummm, so this will be a catch-up for March & April.
Purchases:
March ~ The month started off with not much on my radar. I was hoping
Benefit (my favorite) would put their brow pencils on sale. Ultimately, they offered a
3-piece, full size set almost 60% off. I was able to get my
pencil, replenish my
brow set and try out their
Gimme Brow tinted gel. Speaking of brows, check out this quick tutorial from Wayne Goss. Spring calls for a refresh and I like trying out new application techniques.
Ulta – I thought I was going to skirt the Ulta 21 Days...Best intentions. However, there were a few items I wanted to replenish and to try.
- Tarte Ultra Creamy Shape Tape – too good to pass up at 50% off. I was able to replenish and purchase the same shade I use in the original formula. I have also been using a super fluffy brush to apply concealer. A new technique that makes application even, smooth and helps dry the product quicker.
- UDPP – I disposed of all my e/s primers in January (almost empty /past shelf life). I realized I miss using a primer, especially when I am doing a colorful eye and/or using more glittery shadows (minimizes fallout).
Beautylish –
Good Molecules – Discoloration Serum, (2) bottles of the long time OOS
Super Peptide Serum and Niacinamide Toner. By the by, GM had finally arrived at Ulta. Yay!
April ~
Got a great deal on
PTR Retinol Fusion serum (QVC) - Essentially 6 months supply that will allow me to determine if I get desirable results.
I also took advantage of the Sephora sale on sale for
Marc Jacobs. I purchased the
Accomplice Beauty Powder and 2 shades of liquid See-Quins I did not have. I did not buy anything else during the Sephora sale.
I also added two StriVectin products to my regimen -
StriVectin Multi-Action Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Serum and Multi-Action R&R Eye cream.
Used Up / Disposed Of / Gave Away / Donated:
Used Up:
Sol De Janeiro Coco Cabana Cream - Not sure if I will replenish this. I am loving the Bum Bum Cream.
Curlsmith Double Cream Deep Quencher - opened back-up
Good Molecules Brightening Serum - I will not replenish this. I don’t feel it really did anything for me.
the Ordinary Buffet; Buffet with Copper Peptides – opened back-up
Disposed Of:
PTR Potent-C Serum & Eye Cream – Both were just about empty. I will not replenish these as I am trying the StriVectin Multi-Action Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct and Multi-Action R&R Eye cream.
Kate Somerville Retinol Serums – Old.
Laneige Lip Mask (a few minis & half used full size).
Assortment of mascaras (Hit expiration date)
Gave away:
Clothing, shoes, household item to – Goodwill
I also gave away a LE Chanel highlighter. It was a FOMO purchase, I never used; the Hourglass palette I purchased. It just didn’t do it for me. I also culled my stash for beauty samples. All were given to a student worker. I am so sad. She graduated last week.
I've stayed in / under budget and have made very few makeup purchases - Foundation and concealer. I am really loving both the
Clinique Even Better Clinical Serum Foundation and corresponding Even Better All-Over Concealer. The formulas just seem to melt into my skin. It never feels heavy or mask like. My focus really has been on consistent skin care...and some days I am really loving the results. I am no spring chicken, so anything that plumps and minimizes wrinkles, I am on it. I mentioned the StriVectin and I am enjoying both of those products.
Speaking of taking care - FitGirl Stuffs...
I ditched the
"cult" of Peleton after the two month trial. I just could not vibe with the feels. Just off to me. However, I did rediscover
Les Mills programming - Body Combat, Body Attack, RPM, Body Pump...Again I am taking advantage of a 30 day trial. So far, I am loving it...and have not been this sore in eons. I also started a program called Omada, offered free through my health plan. While I am not having any health issues, I am overweight. I am trying to find a better new normal (post-competitive bodybuilding). I think a little guidance and accountability will be good for me!
Work has been steadily busy from winter right into spring. The semester ended a couple weeks ago and I will be taking a breather for the rest of the month. I am ready for a break. It is going to be a "staycation" as hubs is already full tilt in his work season. It's all good! I will be working on some more landscaping and get the garden cleaned up and ready to be planted.
Okay, going to end it here, as this was a pretty lengthy post. As always wishing all of you well and hoping you are happy healthy and enjoying spring.
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I am fortunate to say I am back to 100% in many ways. No lingering effects. I had moderate symptoms. The dead giveaway was the night before I went to get tested was the complete loss of taste and smell! After that the struggle was fatigue. No breathing problems or cough. The rest of the symptoms were that of mild flu/cold. I was shut down for 10 days. On the flip side it was the most rest I had in years. I've never binge watched so much Netflix and Prime like I did during that time.
