When making larger purchases, we often receive free samples or miniatures of cosmetics. These kinds of extras have also been included in magazines for years. We usually collect them and then store them away, because they'll surely come in handy someday, right? And ultimately, most of them end up sitting in the back of our drawer long after their expiration date. How can we remedy this? How can we use samples and miniatures effectively, and how can we actually use them? You'll read about it in today's article.
Make a selection
Any extras we receive with purchases are usually given to us randomly. Sometimes it's the wrong shade of foundation, or a cream that doesn't suit our skin tone. It's not worth keeping such samples, as we'll never use them anyway. Of our entire collections, we only keep miniature versions of cosmetics we already know, or those we're very curious about and have planned to try. We let the rest out into the world without a guilty conscience. Maybe someone in your life uses a particular cream or foundation and would be happy with a mini version that would be perfect for a trip? Ask! And if a sachet or miniature container doesn't have a clearly marked expiration date or is already past its expiration date, it naturally ends up in the trash. No exceptions!
Sample and miniature
Miniature cosmetics packaging is a great solution because it allows us to get to know a product and draw our first conclusions. A few uses are usually enough to determine whether a foundation, body lotion, or shampoo suits us. This is not the case with sachets (e.g., those in magazines), which are sometimes so tiny that it's impossible to assess anything beyond scent and consistency. Such small sizes are usually only useful when we receive several sachets or when we're already familiar with a particular product and will only use a single-use container on vacation.
How to best use mini capacity?
Designate a special place for all your samples and miniatures. It could be a basket or a drawer. Keep them all handy in case you need to reach for them. These types of containers are great for traveling! Packed in a cosmetics bag, they take up much less space and are lightweight. They're also useful for everyday use. That's why it's worth throwing a mini hand cream, thermal water, or tiny perfume into your purse.
Caution is key!
All those little jars and sachets are always convenient on vacation because they don't weigh down your suitcase, but you should always remember to be careful. Don't take an unfamiliar face cream or foundation you've never used before. There's always the risk of an allergic reaction, clogging, or other situations that can really spoil your mood and worsen your skin. It's probably not worth experimenting like that? It's better to pack small containers of tried-and-true cosmetics, perhaps a mini shower gel, toothpaste, or hand cream, and then test out any other new products in the comfort of your own home.
Agata Bielecka / AGU – She was supposed to be a teacher, but she became a blogger. She owns a blog available at www.agatabielecka.pl . Known online as Agu, she's passionate about cosmetics and everything related to beauty and self-care. She's obsessed with brushes, eyeshadow, and red lips. In her private life, she's a cat lover, a fan of photography, Scandinavian crime novels, austere interiors, good food, and coffee.
