Beauty Team Empties: Meet The Products We Finished In August

Beauty empties used up in August by the Escentual team

A crumpled, battered and cut-up tube may look sad at first glance, but we know better; an empty beauty product that we’ve squeezed every last drop out of can only mean one thing – you’ve absolutely loved it, and you probably have to buy another!

So, as a team that gets to try hundreds of new beauty launches, what are the products that we stick with until the very end? We’re on a mission to find out! We asked Team Escentual to tell us which beauty product they’ve used up this month and why, and this is what they said…

Ceryn Lawless

Communications & Campaigns Editor

Escentual team member with a beauty empty: bareMinerals Strength & Length Serum-Infused Mascara 8ml Black

Product Pick: bareMinerals Strength & Length Serum-Infused Mascara

Why did you buy this product?
I was kindly gifted this for an Instagram live event that I was co-hosting.

What did you love about this product?
It changed how I think about mascaras. Before this, I focused on length and volume – I didn’t think about the effect the ingredients have on my lashes. Don’t get me wrong, I still very much care about length and volume, but this mascara’s serum-infused formula showed me that you can have it all. I feel far better about wearing mascara every day, knowing it’s strengthening my lashes as I wear it!

Will you be repurchasing it (or do you have your eye on something else next?)
Unfortunately not. But not because I don’t love it. I simply have so many mascaras to get through in my beauty stash. In the future, I will, though!

What will you do with the empty?
I’ll recycle it!

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Darcey Bayliss

Communications & Campaigns Assistant

Escentual team member with a beauty product they used up: La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo <+> Unifiant

Name of product: La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo <+> Unifiant

Why did you buy this product?
This has been a staple in my makeup bag for the last three years! Throwback to 2019, I was looking for a BB cream as my skin was starting to break out from wearing foundation, so I decided to give this a go.

What did you love about this product?
There are so many things I love about La Roche Posay’s Effaclar Duo Unifiant, but my favourite thing has to be how lightweight and non-sticky the formula is; it’s perfect for everyday wear and I also use it as a primer under makeup! The award-winning formula contains a 100% mineral pigment tint that has the best coverage from a BB cream that I’ve ever seen. Despite its amazing coverage, it still leaves my skin looking natural and fresh; the only disappointing factor is the lack of shades (La Roche, hear my prayers). However, if you’re looking for a tinted moisturiser that covers blemishes and works in the background to improve your skin, I’d recommend this any day of the week.

Will you be repurchasing it (or do you have your eye on something else next?)
Of course I’ll be restocking! This is my go-to tinted moisturiser.

What will you do with the empty?
Recycle it!

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Eleni

Merchandiser

The Escentual beauty empty from August: L'Occitane Almond Cleansing and Softening Shower Oil

Name of product: L’Occitane Almond Cleansing and Softening Shower Oil

Why did you buy this product?
I always felt that after a shower or a bath, my body was dehydrated and dry. So I had to try something new. I have always adored almond scents, and I found the idea of a shower oil more nourishing, so I bought the L’Occitane Almond Cleansing and Softening Shower Oil.

What did you love about this product?
After using L’Occitane’s Almond Shower Oil, my skin feels smooth and nourished, and I can avoid using a moisturiser. Additionally, I always use it in my baths, because it creates a silky foam that deeply hydrates and softens my skin, while the relaxing almond aroma helps me stay calm and leave life’s stresses behind. However, what makes it my favourite shower product of all time is the fact that I can use it for shaving; afterwards, my skin feels super soft and smooth.

Will you be repurchasing it (or do you have your eye on something else next?)
I’ve already repurchased! I don’t think I will ever stop using this!

What will you do with the empty?
Keep it, so I can refill it with the refills that are coming to Escentual soon!

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Keavy Slattery

Communications & Campaigns Assistant

Escentual team beauty empty GIVENCHY Mister Brow Groom - Universal Brow Setter for an edit

Name of product: GIVENCHY Mister Brow Groom – Universal Brow Setter

Why did you buy this product?
I have quite defined and dark eyebrows naturally, so I’ve never been one for filling in my brows. I prefer natural-looking brows on myself, so I usually use a clear gel to tame unruly hairs and shape them. I was in the market for a new clear eyebrow gel and I wanted to try something new – and Escentual Editor, Ceryn, raved about Mister Brow. So, I thought it must be good, and I’ll give it a go!

What did you love about this product?
With Mister Brow, I find that the hold is more subtle than other clear gels I’ve used previously, like Benefit 24-Hr Brow Setter – which fixes them in place firmly with no chance of moving. My brows look more naturally curved using Mister Brow as it has a little less hold, so your eyebrows aren’t frozen and they don’t feel crispy. I love both products, but I choose between them depending on the brows I want that day – laminated or natural!

Will you be repurchasing it (or do you have your eye on something else next?)
I already have, and I’ve already started using it! Thank you for the recommendation, Ceryn!

What will you do with the empty?
Recycle it!

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