To kick off #365daysofsamples I have decided to do a mini-challenge. This is a Sample Roulette.
What that means is that I chose 10 sample items at random to use up. The samples I have in my stash range from your classic foils to perfume vials to deluxe sized items (more than one or two uses!).
So check out the video here or read on to discover the items I randomly chose...
While it may only be November, my heart is already with 2016!
I have been dreaming and scheming about what Projects, Challenges, and Goals I hope to accomplish during 2016.
So what am I planning on doing?
1) A Project 20 Pan (ROULETTE!) with all make-up items. A Project Pan Roulette is when you choose items at random. I will have a number of different categories (which I will share on this blog closer to my intro video) written on pieces of paper. I will draw 20 different slips of paper, and choose corresponding items. For example: "A drugstore foundation" or "Something from your favorite brand"
2) Pan That Palette! I am going to continue to pan my Naked Basics.
I am also going to attempt to pan another full-size palette. Currently, I am intending to pan Stila's In The Light palette. However, if the majority of Panners decide to go with a different palette, I am going to challenge myself with my Vice 2 from Urban Decay!
For those that are brand new to the concept- Project Panning can mean different things to different people. Essentially, Project Panning is a challenge using makeup (or other beauty products) in an attempt to finish them.
You may have already stumbled across a Project 10 Pan, a Project 20 Pan, or even seasonal challenges like Finish 6 by Christmas.
If you are interested in joining in- DO IT! If you are unsure how to start, I have some questions to help guide you.
If you are already doing a Project Pan, but need a little help going further, I hope my questions and advice can be of some assistance!
I have been participating in Project Pans and other various "use it up" challenges since 2013.
Panning (aka completely finishing an entire palette) is quite the challenge. And as you reach more milestones and goals, and see those shiny empty pans, you have to be a bit creative.
Long gone are the highlight shade/s, the lid colors, the blending shades. So what do you do? Reach for other palettes and shadows in your stash!
In my latest video, I swatch and discuss the shadows and liners I will be using to finish up my Naked palette from Urban Decay. With only 5 shadows left to finish up, they need a lot of help!
Check out the video on YouTube.
And don't forget to dive into the rest of this post to see the full list of products shown!
Have you ever put together a weekly makeup basket? When you're working on Project Pans, it's a brilliant way to rotate through products without being overwhelmed (especially if you have a fairly large stash).
Essentially, you look through your items and choose a small selection to use for the week. The exact quantity will vary based on your preferences, but the fewer the better. The more usage you get out of a product in a week, the quicker you can finish it! Alternatively, if it turns out after the week the product doesn't work for you- you can give it away, toss it, or even sell it (although that can be tricky).
Having a basket (or bag or box!) separate from your collection will simplify your routine as well. It has definitely helped me cut back on time getting ready for work in the morning!
You can check out my video on YouTube here:
But read on if you're interested in the full list of products I chose for the week.
