Starting off February with a clean slate! I've obviously been reading one too many minimalist blogs and magazines because the spirit of minimalism has stolen my heart, and this week I've been ruthless, chucking and donating and selling left right and center. Maybe it's a new year thing, maybe it's the realisation that our tiny flat is practically overflowing or maybe I just want to start again, but either way, I'm feeling the less is more vibe. Deciding what to keep and say goodbye too in the makeup department is pretty tricky, so I've got my top tips for if you fancy a spring clean yourselves.
- Take out & clear out. It has to get worse before it gets better. Empty the lot out onto your floor/bed and give your storage a good old go around with the antibac. It's easier to see the scale of the problem when it's in a mound on your bed, and really, when was the last time you cleaned all that storage? This is also the perfect time to wash all your brushes too!
- When did I buy that? Makeup goes icky, and sometimes it can go icky fast. Generally with liquids you can tell because it'll start to smell a little funky, it's harder to tell with powders, but check out this infographic for a more precise timeline. Wearing expired makeup is like asking for a breakout, so be brutal and chuck it.
- When was the last time I wore that? I'm a pretty big culprit when it comes to keeping things 'just in case'. If you haven't worn it within the last two months, say goodbye, you aren't going to wear it. This doesn't necessarily apply to products that are more seasonal, but if you didn't wear it last season, you won't next.
- How many identical products do I have? Nobody needs ten peach blushes. Pick your favourites and toss the rest, you won't miss them, I promise.
- Toss, Give and Makeup, Friends and Depop. If it's out of date or damaged, just chuck it, it's no good to anyone. If it's unopened, donate to Give and Makeup or your local shelter. And if you just don't use it or need it, offer it round to your friends, or sell it on Depop!
I can't tell you how good it feels! Keep your eyes peeled for a blog sale!
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