Buys and Byes October 2024 | Makeup & Beauty Budget, Haul, and Empties

[@itsjustStephslife]

Great videos Erin! Love your makeup as always!❤

[@LCx829]

Glad Malcolm is good. My 15 year old passed Sept 30th but she was in really bad shape. I think she had a brain tumor and vestibular syndrome. As much as i wish she was still here, it was her time to be set free.

[@erintaylorwrites]

Hugs to you!!! ❤️ I wish our dogs could live forever!

[@Pip-n-wes]

I love your shirt! I started rewatching Supernatural

[@erintaylorwrites]

YES!!!! 🥧

[@xxxaixo]

Great job on completing such a good amount of items for the month! Great job.

[@erintaylorwrites]

Thank you!! I swear the empties come in waves!

[@LornaKelso]

I found Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Light Wand in Pillow Talk in TK Maxx yesterday. I couldn't believe my luck! 40% off RRP. Other recent finds included an ABH palette (Primrose) and bronzer, Kate Somerville Liquid Exfolikate, and Alpha H Luquid Gold. It's so exciting and satisfying to find deals like that at TK Maxx! Only problem with the Exfolikate and the Liquid Gold is I'll miss them when they're finished. I know the Exfolikate has been repackaged so that's how I found that one at TK Maxx, and Alpha H is definitely not discontinued, it's such a well loved product. I'll have to look out for some deals. They both serve the same purpose in my skincare routine so I'd be happy with a deal on either of them. I'm so glad you got to celebrate Malcolm's 12th birthday. I lost my boxer when she was 13. I have her ashes in a lovely box and my daughter loves the blanket she used to sleep on. She is kept alive in my heart ❤️❤️❤️

[@erintaylorwrites]

Hugs to you and your family with your pup! We have three of those boxes on our shelf and it doesn't get easier. Jayne will be 13 in January and I keep looking at him like...when is his body going to start breaking down. 😭 I love that you are getting deals at TJ Maxx, but it sucks when you fall in love with a product and then can't get it again. Finding a CT product is crazy! I never see those!!!

[@angelab.6444]

I like listening to you talking! I am trying to be more self aware of what I’m buying as well, especially in terms of ethics. I’m fed up of giving my money to brands that support wars and/or aren’t cruelty free.

[@erintaylorwrites]

I love that you like to listen to my ranting. 😂 I can't stand the sound of my own voice, but I think that is normal. LOL I'm glad that you are more aware of how you're spending your money! We vote with out dollar for sure!

[@ginag2176]

Since I've found k beauty i don't buy mainstream skin care. My skin is on a different level since using k beauty! So happy to see a new upload from you ❤ Ps the islands are called the azores x

[@erintaylorwrites]

Yes!! as I was editing I was like Azores! LOL. My brain was doing amazing things while I was filming. 😅 What are you favs from K beauty?

[@ginag2176]

@erintaylorwrites my brain does the same lol! It's the curse of the 40 + brain 🤣🤣. My faves at the moment are the cosrx snail mucin essence and the matching all in one gel cream. Great for combo skin, as you get all the hydration, minus the heavy feeling. Also love the haruharu wonder cleansing gel (sensitive version) just a basic but lovely cleanser (2nd cleanse) xx

[@Yolli.Maceda]

I waited for the Sephora sale and got the ND palette at 20% off. In another era I would have bought it on the spot so I’m happy I waited and someone gave me a coupon. Plus I only bought that and a Joe Malone perfume that I loved but only the small bottle. It’s lime and basil, you put that in combination with other perfumes and you got yourself a masterpiece! 😂 I am glad Mr. Malcolm had a wonderful birthday! 🥳

[@erintaylorwrites]

I am trying to think about what I want to get in Dec with Sephora does the 20% off for everyone. I think the fact that I don't have a huge list means that I like everything I have and don't feel the need for more more more. What a change in mindset from 2017 and 2018!

[@Yolli.Maceda]

@ I can tell you I won’t be wasting money on makeup like I use to. I have so many wonderful things and I’m using them, but not as I will like. My collection overwhelms me, as a regular consumer and not a KZbinr or makeup artist I shouldn’t have these many items. I came to the realization that I have a shopping addiction. I’m working on it day by day. Although, I use my makeup and it’s pretty good since I practice and practice. I now know that my expending is due to the rush of dopamine my body craves. Since October 1 I incorporated exercises everyday, it has change me. But I’m not gonna lied is a work in progress. I love reading, so that has been my priority. 💕💕💕 I’m loving your channel so much it’s real and not pushing people to buy unnecessary things.

[@salmonskinroll5817]

Romand mascara is top tier!! I’ve found two products that are able to remove it in like 30 seconds, first is Heroine Make mascara remover, which is in a tube like packaging which makes it great for travelling too, the other is Bifesta micellar eye makeup remover which is a regular bottle. These are great to overcome the removing issue, literally dissolves it upon contact. No left over mascara in the morning!! Both are Japanese products found on yesstyle

[@erintaylorwrites]

oh thank you!! The romand mascara will be a holy grail in the summer next year when it is so hot. I'll look for the mascara remover!!

[@AndreaJohnston-je5no]

I was going to recommend the mascara remover too! Erin, it’s in a light blue tube with a white top - looks like a mascara tube. I used to struggle to remove K beauty mascara but this is definitely worth it and reasonably priced (especially from Yesstyle or Stylevana).

[@iamabutterflychaser]

I can relate so much with the sensitive skin thing! It’s gotten ridiculous with shaving my legs. They are itchy and bumpy for days afterwards and it drives me nuts!

[@erintaylorwrites]

Yes! I hate it!!!

[@sarah_tk421]

Andy: Are you going to thank me for my service? Me: Go Andy! 😏 Signed, your friend Sarah on the internet 😂

[@erintaylorwrites]

😂 YES!

[@JessicaLee.3]

Try raw shea butter for eczema. It's the only thing that works for my kiddos. Is that a Supernatural shirt I'm spying? I love that you mix your stuff together and play mad scientist. Oh yes, you definitely needed more eyeliner. 🤣 I tried an epilator and never looked back, it beats waxing and shaving for me. Awe, I'm so glad Mal had a wonderful birthday. I'd like some of his birthday cake and birthday burger please! 😆 Thank you to your husband for his service!!

[@erintaylorwrites]

My mom using an epilator and I got one a few years ago but I can't do it. Plucking for me is the WORST form of torture. Yes to the Supernatural shirt! My husband just started the series all over again!! Great stuff to fall asleep to. Mal is getting all the tasty food! He got a NY Strip the other night!

[@JessicaLee.3]

@@erintaylorwrites Oh yeah, it is torture for sure. Awe, sweet Mal. Steak is where its at!

[@erintaylorwrites]

@@JessicaLee.3 He got another burger last night. Spoiled rotten!

[@AndiDoesStuff1973]

"Shotgun shuts his cakehole..." 😁 Woohoo for empties!!! I think it's so satisfying to see the empty Sol bronzer because that is so much product! I completely agree that it is nice to get the bougie skincare in sub boxes but really is unnecessary to spend $50-100 on a moisturizer when there are so many affordable products out there that work great! I do pick up the Wishful Honey Balm when it's on super sale because it's my fave. But never full price! I have metallic liners on my loves list and it's all your fault! 🤣 I really do prefer them to matte liners in the waterline. I have faith that you're going to be ok in your budget!! I really don't have many "wants" for the holidays/Black Friday. I need to replenish a lot of skin care that I have used up while I was off work. And i have things on my Sephora and Ulta Loves lists that I will look and see if they are on sale but nothing is living rent free in my head and that is a WIN!! I am so happy that Malcom had such a great birthday!!! 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@erintaylorwrites]

OH!! Would you ever do a "What I put on my loves list while on a no buy" video?!!!!! I'm kind of like you, I can't think of anything big that I want for the Black Friday time apart from re stocking some things.

[@tonyabillard8716]

Thank you, I have been wondering about the ulike. My sister has been going to a medispa and she said that is working. So I think I will put my money towards that :)

[@erintaylorwrites]

YES! Go to the professionals. I don't know if they have at home stuff that is strong enough to zap the hair.

[@sylviabanks6141]

Yes, I love these videos!

[@erintaylorwrites]

Yay!!! hope you enjoyed!

[@sylviabanks6141]

I love Marshall's/ TJ Maxx hauls. I recently bought the Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel moisturizer for $17. This moisturizer is $54 😳 like what????? Yes, it is a beautiful moisturizer, just right for my oily skin for days. I have mini of that Benefit brow pencil. I can't through that yet, its been over a year. I don't use it everyday but I've been couponing from CVS, getting brow pencils for $2-3. My favorite right now is the Covergirl Clean brow pencil in the pink packaging.

[@erintaylorwrites]

I love the Biossance moisturizer but I can't spend even $17 a mont on it if I can find it at T J Maxx. I don't think I have enough patience to coupon. I will wait for sales though!

[@tammyherrera7262]

I just saw your 25 in 22025 video earlier and left a couple of fragrance suggestions in case you want to try them 😊 I’m so glad Malcolm had an amazing birthday 🥹 and tell your husband thank you for his service 🫡

[@erintaylorwrites]

Thank you for the fragrance recommendations!! I'll tell Mal hi for you!! My hubby has inspired me so much. I am very thankful for him. ❤️

[@Livelaughlove1968]

Great byes and buys!! I was laughing when you said that you “needed” to get that blue eyeliner! Yes! Of course you did! I have a ton of those sort of colors of eyeliners thanks to Mom. She did exactly what you described which was she used it in her lower water line to enhance her blue eyes. I must have close to 10 of them that I plan to pan in 2025 (not part of my 25 in ‘25 cuz that wouldn’t even be fair!😅). So we’ll be rockin the blue eyeliner in 2025! I’ll keep you posted on my progress while I keep up with yours through your videos. I’m almost done with one of Mom’s pencils as we speak and I’m going to be sad when it’s gone because it’s such a beautiful color but I don’t know the brand (not that I would need to buy another one!). I also agree with you about saving certain types of packaging. I kept some of the pump containers from Mom’s and Erin’s serums and I use them for my serums that come in a dropper. They’re also opaque which I appreciate for keeping the product from oxidizing. Anyway, that was long, but hope you have a wonderful weekend! Cheers to the pups, especially Mr. Malcom and many thanks to your husband and other military out there!! 🎉🇺🇸😊

[@erintaylorwrites]

I can't wait to wear the blue more! I love a pop of blue with warm tones and it really wasn't a color I had. LOL so yes, needed it. 😂 I love so much that you are getting use out of your mom and Erin's makeup and products. ❤️

[@maritorres1455]

Hello Erin, I have the same electric razor my husband did get it for himself but it became mine lol. I did ordered him another one we are both happy.

[@erintaylorwrites]

Love it!! My hubby keeps a beard, so he has clippers but not a razor. I need to touch up my legs tonight but it's so easy to do!

[@Randilynn66]

I did about a year and a half worth of laser hair removal on my entire body practically, and that's it, it's never grown back and i'm also of eastern european descent

[@erintaylorwrites]

Oh! Thank you for letting me know!! I wouldn't mind doing that, but I worry about the cost. 💸

[@Randilynn66]

@@erintaylorwrites I bought groupons for it.

[@MsAlyssaJM]

Yeah, even if I could spend the money on an item, it doesn’t mean I will because it feels wasteful.

[@erintaylorwrites]

100%!!