PROJECT PAN

This is my start of project pan. I feel like a lot of these products I don’t like enough to use, but I’m going to try my best to use them up. I would love to invest in good quality products/perfumes that I actually enjoy to use, but first I need to finish these ones. If you have participated in project pan I would love to hear how it went for you!!

#projectpan #Lemon8 #perfume #skincare #lotion

2025/11/26 Edited to

... Read moreProject Pan is a popular beauty and skincare challenge where you commit to using up certain products fully before purchasing new ones. It’s a great way to control overbuying and waste, while discovering more about your preferences. Many participants focus on finishing products such as perfumes, lotions, and skincare items they have accumulated but haven’t found their perfect favorites for yet. From my own experience and many shared stories, products from Bath & Body Works like fine fragrance mists (including scents like Pink Velvet, Raspberry, and Vanilla Blueberry), lotions infused with nourishing oils and butters, and other body creams are common items in project pans. While these can be pleasant, it’s true some scents or textures might not truly excite you, making it a challenge to stay motivated to use them daily. To keep momentum, here are some tips: 1. Create a prioritized list of products you want to pan, starting with those taking up most space or nearing expiration. 2. Mix fragrance mists together or layer with creams to customize scents you enjoy more and reduce monotony. 3. Use lotions strategically — for example, heavier ones on elbows and knees, lighter ones for daytime use, to vary textures. 4. Incorporate products into your routine consistently rather than sporadically, setting reminders if needed. 5. Consider decluttering any items you genuinely dislike or that cause irritation, focusing instead on what you can realistically finish. By completing a project pan, you gain better insight into what products suit your lifestyle and preferences, helping you invest wisely next time. Many users move toward higher-quality perfumes and skincare that bring joy, making their daily self-care more satisfying. Have you tried project pan? Sharing your experiences can be inspiring for others — whether you stuck to a single brand or panned mixed products, every journey helps build a sustainable and enjoyable beauty routine.

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Jessica.Shawnte

Use the ones that dislike the most as air fresheners that’s what I do

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Rose Marie

One thing that I’m gonna start at the new year is this and also giving away all the ones I don’t care for as much. (I say the new year bc ik I’m getting more for Xmas)

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