One of my weird habits involves my make-up. One day a long, long time ago (probably early college) I ran out of foundation. I had been squeezing out the last bit for days, and I finally squeezed it dry. Or so I thought.
I couldn't get to the store to buy any more (I think I was mid application, actually), so I decided to cut off the top of the foundation tube to see if there was a little bit left inside. Guess what I found? TONS of foundation. Like, enough to last me a couple months. I was shocked. So now, I cut up my foundation tube until I actually use all the foundation inside. As you can see in the photo below, I have learned to cut my foundation tube in increments. I cut close to the top, use the foundation stuck to the sides of the top, and then cut a little further down, etc.
Yes, this is weird. And yes, I look like a pauper when I whip out my sandwich bag that holds the cut up tube (can't let it dry out!). But I save so much money by using all the foundation. I only go through about 2-3 tubes a year, as opposed to the 5-6 I went through previously.
Look at how much foundation is still in the bottom! I have been cutting this tube for about two months now. Granted, I don't use this foundation every day (I have a heavier foundation I use when my face needs some extra coverage and some days I don't use any foundation), but I use it probably 20 days a month.
Does anyone else do this? Please tell me I'm not alone here.
My foundation comes in a glass bottle so I can't cut it to get to it. Instead, when it's really low, I take the lid off and use the straw part of the pump to scrape the inside and then dab it on my face! Haha. I also do the bendy trick with my mascara when it's low. I bend the wand 90 degrees so it can easily scrape up what's left around the edges. I'm probably being super cheap too, but make-up is expensive and I fully intend on getting my money's worth!
ReplyDeleteTotally not frugal at all, I do the same thing, I mean, my mother DID raise me on the philosophy of "waste not, want not!"
ReplyDeleteI wear the exact same tinted moisturizer and I do the exact same thing! Cut it up and throw it in a baggie so I can get every last drop!
ReplyDeleteI have never even thought to do this! And, I'm kicking myself now since I just threw out a tube of makeup a couple of days ago. I think it's a great idea.
ReplyDeleteI just started using foundation again for the first time in ages and I am TOTALLY trying this. I also have a glass bottle, so I'll use q-tips and sponges in lieu of cutting the bottle. No matter what, frugal or not, this is a great idea!
ReplyDeleteI think that's a great idea! I've never thought about it but am totally doing to do it. Thanks for the tip!
ReplyDeleteThat is a smart idea! i have never tried that but it makes perfect sense, totally not weird! Thanks for the tip!
ReplyDeleteWeirdly frugal? Haha! I totally am so lazy that I wait until the absolute last second to replace cosmetics and such. So I could have done this once just to get me through the day/to the store. Haha! Genius!
ReplyDeleteI have a cut-up tube of hand lotion sitting on my desk as I type this. I totally get it :)
ReplyDeleteI do this all the time!
ReplyDeleteUm, I totally do this. I posted once on my blog about cutting the top off a tube of concealer or mascara. GENIUS!
ReplyDeleteI do this!!! If it is a product I love, I make it last!!! If it is my prescription acne med that I am pretty sure I am going to be on until I am 90, I am scraping that jar even when just the essence of it remains!
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Never thought of doing this, but it's a great idea. I normally use Clinique too so I will definitely try this! Thanks for the tip!
ReplyDeleteMy Grandma used to do this with everything that came in a tube...even toothpaste! She wasted NOTHING! I think she was wise :O)
ReplyDeleteWow! That's crazy how much is left. It sounds like a good idea to me!
ReplyDeleteHa, this is fabulous! I have NEVER thought of this, but I should!
ReplyDeleteI have the same foundation! I'm just about done with it and I'm definitely going to try that out so I don't waste it. Thanks!
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my mom always taught me to do the same , i remember watching her doing that with every tube ! My husband laugh of me but my coin purse is happy!
ReplyDeleteI think I read about this in a magazine a while ago and tried it and was shocked to see how much of my tinted moisturizer was left. It's a great way to get the last drop of makeup out!
ReplyDeleteI've done that with a few things before too! I am really surprised at how much was still left in yours.
ReplyDeleteCan I tell you how much I Love you? My Laura Mercier Foundation in a tube is About $40.. I will sooo use this. I can only imagine your "surprise" when you saw how much was in there after you cut it.. I totally will do this.. and then walk to your house to show you my plastic bag filled with foundation. xo
ReplyDeletei always cut up lotion bottles. i think it is crazy how much product you are cheated out of if you don't cut the bottle!
ReplyDeleteThe easy tones are super comfy and feel like you are walking on pillows, I broke them in easily. I would recommend them especially now knowing their customer service!
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