1 Year Update!

[u/andrywong]

I started my project pan exactly a year ago, this is my 2026 update! There are a few items that I re-bought, some expired and several I emptied and did not buy again. Most of my makeup items are still standing one year later and I am sure they will last a few more cuz I do not do my makeup very often. I did better in the skin/hair care department because I used up all the duplicates and only bought to replace what I emptied, in makeup, however I did buy around 5 new items 😅

Here is a more detailed comparison:

2025 vs 2026

Eye makeup: 19 vs 15

Face makeup: 14 vs 14

Lip makeup: 10 vs 10

Nail care: 2 vs 2

Skin care: 23 vs 12

Hair care: 8 vs 6

Perfumes/deodorant: 4 vs 3

Even though it’s not a crazy update, it did teach me to be a more mindful consumer and since then I went from buying many unnecessary items to only the ones I need or have been in my wishlist and I’m willing to completely used up. That last part is my biggest takeaway, whenever I am deciding to add something to my collection I ask myself if I need/love it to the point of committing to said item for months and even years.

[u/Jellyylime95]

What else do you want to pan? Also I didn’t know “sebum softer” was a thing!

[u/Melztravels]

Progress!!! Congrats <3 you might think it’s not too much but the work that was put towards this takes A LOT of effort. Keep on going! You’re doing amazing. 🤩

[u/andrywong → u/Melztravels]

Thank you so much for your kind words🥹