Project pan 2023 progress report #3

This is my third progress report for my project pan 2023.

For those of you who don’t know what a project pan is, it’s where you aim to ‘hit pan’ on a select number of makeup products. It’s designed to help you be mindful of your makeup spending habits and use the products you own.

‘Hitting pan’ means finishing or almost finishing an eyeshadow, blusher or pressed powder. Being able to see the bottom of the case that houses the product shows that you have used the shade a lot. Although ‘hitting pan’ refers to powder products, a project pan extends to any makeup item.

At the start of the year, I selected 10 makeup products that I’m aiming to finish by the end of 2023. After a very successful project pan 2022, where I finished 9 out of 10 products, I couldn’t wait to do another project pan.

In this post, I share whether I’ve made any more progress with my project pan 2023 since my last check-in.

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Finished products

MAC Strobe Cream in Pinklite

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I threw out the MAC Strobe Cream a while ago, as it was far too old and the texture started to become weird. It’s a decent liquid highlighter, but I’ve got others I prefer.

Too Faced Damn Girl! 24-Hour Mascara

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I actually threw out the Too Faced Damn Girl! 24-Hour Mascara very recently. The mascara had become dry and clumpy. It was closer to being finished than I’d initially realised, so this was an expected product that I used up.

Almost finished products

Rimmel Soft Kohl Kajal Professional Eyeliner Pencil in Sable Brown

It may look like I’ve not used up much more of this pencil eyeliner, but it’s so tiny now. After another sharpen this will be unusable. I’ll 100% finish this kohl liner within the next few months.

NYX Professional Makeup Soft Matte Lip Cream in Zurich

I’ve not worn the NYX Professional Makeup Soft Matte Lip Cream in Zurich much at all in the last few months. Thankfully, this liquid lipstick has been at an “almost finished” stage for a while. With more of a conscious effort to finish this lipstick in the final quarter of 2023, I reckon I’ll use it up.

Products I’ve made a lot of progress with

RCMA No-Color Powder

It somehow looks like there’s more powder in the tub now than before lol. But I’ve used RCMA No-Color Powder a fair bit in the last few months, so I know for a fact that I’ve used up more product. I still think I can finish this by the end of 2023. As much as it’s a good powder, there are others I prefer, so I’d like to use it up.

Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray

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I still love the Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray. Every time I do a makeup look, I’m sure to set it with this, which helps my makeup stay in place oil-free for longer. I’m down to the final quarter of the bottle, so I’m close to finishing it. I should finish this by the end of the year.

Remaining products

Glossier Cloud Paint in Beam

At this point, it’s highly unlikely I’ll finish Glossier Cloud Paint in Beam this year. I’ve purchased so many new blushes recently (obsessed much?), so this one has taken a backseat. I still love the formula and shade, but other formulas have taken priority. There’s still at least half a tube left, so finishing this will be a struggle.

Charlotte Tilbury Eyes To Mesmerise in Champagne

I’ve probably only used Charlotte Tilbury Eyes To Mesmerise in Champagne once or twice since my last progress report, so the progress has not been progressing! There’s a slim chance I’ll finish this in 2023. But the formula is gorgeous, so I really should reach for it more.

Physician’s Formula Super CC Cream in Light/Medium

Physician’s Formula Super CC Cream in Light/Medium is a lovely formula, but I’ve got other foundations/skin tints that I’m reaching for more frequently. I have used this a fair few times recently, but there’s still around half a tube left. It’s highly unlikely I’ll finish this product in 2023.

MAC Matte Lipstick in Taupe

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I’ve managed to use some more of MAC Matte Lipstick in Taupe since my last project pan 2023 check-in. However, the progress definitely hasn’t been significant. This shade is so pretty and works with so many looks, as it’s a gorgeous neutral pinky-brown that complements a broad range of makeup looks. I’m doubtful I can finish it in the next 3 months, but maybe I’ll surprise myself…

Sarah Sarsby is the owner of A Woman's Confidence. With over 5 years' experience of writing in the fields of beauty and lifestyle, Sarah is passionate about all things content, makeup, skincare, wellness, and lifestyle. She has oily skin, is obsessed with lip gloss, and loves cookie dough.