Taking Stock

Posted by in stash, thoughts | Comments Off

In the past few weeks I’ve been thinking a lot about my collection.  As a beauty blogger, some people might think.. and this is unusual?

Most makeup geeks would say that there is never too much, but I think I’ve reached a saturation point.  Granted, I will always have an interest in trying new products.. but I don’t feel like there are many things missing in my collection’s current form.  Often when a new product or collection is launched I will check it out, but I’m pretty critical in the sense that I’m always looking out for dupes.  It’s so easy to get caught up in your comfort zone, until you realize that you’ve got 5 lipstick and 8 glosses that are maybe a shade or so apart.  A collection by it’s very nature could be considered “excessive”, but these days I’m really looking for those unique items, those products that are really different from what I already own.

With that said, I’ve decided that it’s time to sit down and do a proper inventory.  Until I’ve finished said inventory I won’t be purchasing anything new.. with the exception of replacing something like foundation or moisturizer.  Once it’s been completed I may or may not continue the “no-buy” for a month or two and really focus on shopping my stash.  I’ve also considered going through my backups and deciding on whether they’re really necessary.  I may even consider selling some things, but Canada Post is so expensive it really makes it hard to give people a good deal.

But I digress.  I do have a few things coming in the mail, but that aside I will be doing my best to avoid temptation.  But I figure that if I’m able to pass up the funky packaging of the Give Me Liberty of London launch.. I should be able to make it through.  Thanks to the ladies at Love Life Lipstick for the additional inspiration.

Wish me luck!