♥ September Ipsy Unboxing + August Review ♥

Ipsy is a monthly subscription box for makeup products.

I was not given this box. All opinions are my own. Based off my preferences! :D

Cost: $10 per month

They ship to the U.S., and Canada

There is a wide variety of options for Ipsy bags. You take a quiz when you first sign up (this can be retaken as many times as you like). This effects what is in your bag each month. Each time you get a bag you have the option of reviewing the items you received. I've found that this is the best way to effect what you get in your bag each month. The more reviews you complete the more likely you are to like your bags. 

This month the theme is "Face Fashion" .... not 100% what that means. Fashion makeup? Isn't it all.. face fashion? lol Either way.. LOOK AT THIS GOLD BAG! One of my favorites.

1. NYX Cosmetics Ipsy Eye Shadow Trio - $3

I'm linking to the Nyx love in rio eye shadow palettes because this "ipsy" version looks exactly like the "voodoo love spells" option with a black, brown, and pinkish highlight.

This isn't really a revolutionary trio but I like the colors together. This is what I'll be taking with me when I travel!

2. Eau Thermale Avene Soothing Moisture Mask - Deluxe Size - $2.60 0.5ml (FullSize 50ml $26)

For dehydrated/stressed skin that minimizes redness and provides relief for sunburns. This is paraben-free, hypoallergenic, vegan, non-comedogenic, and ……gluten-free.

I'm happy with 100% of face masks! lol I love them alllllll regardless of whether they do ANYTHING for my skin.

3. theBalm Put a Lid On It Eyelid Primer - Deluxe Size - 3.7ml $5.63 (Full Size11.8ml $18)

Supposed to be quick drying, light reflective properties, and skin smoothing. I just usually use my face primer for my eyes but I'll give this a whirl.

4. City Color Cosmetics Be Bold 3x Extreme Volume Mascara in "Black" -Full Size - $5.99

Bolder, Fuller, unique applicator… these are available in length, volume, or curl/volume… all in black. Always happy with new mascaras because they expire so quickly. I'm excited to try this one.

5. Trust Fund Beauty Nail Polish in "Elegantly Wasted" - Full Size - $15

7-free, non-toxic, vegan, and cruelty-free. I tried this and I was SHOCKED. This is ONE COAT on my nails (with a clear base and before top coat.) 

Total spent for the bag: $10

Total bag is worth: $32.22

Total saved: $22.22

What a great BAG! I wasn't that excited when I looked at my glam bag earlier this week. Getting these items though is different. I guess the eyelid primer is the only thing I'm not thrilled over haha.. it will never be seen and what I already use works. Still.. maybe it will be... better? 

APRIL REVIEW

Here is a link to the unboxing for this if you want to see before and after shots

1. Albertini International Divine Skin Hydrator 1fl oz $1.78 (Full Size is 9fl oz for $16)

This is an in-shower body moisturizer. It is unscented. I'm in love with this product. I WILLLLL be repurchasing this. When you are getting out of the shower (I keep it in there) you put it on WHILE you are wet and it mixes with the water on your skin so it feels like it disappears. Once you've used it, you towel off. Five minutes later......ultimate softness.

2. Eco-beauty Good night. Night cream. by LA Fresh 15g $18.75 (Full Size is 50g $40)

It is unscented. I normally break out when I use creams so I used this only after using HARSH chemicals on my face and it is really nice! I love the packaging... because able to CLOSE something like this is heaven.

3. Doll 10 HydraGel Cream Blush in "Flirt" Full Size $16

This is what I have been using every day I've worn makeup since I got it. LOVE this product. I love using my fingers to apply and blend it. It blends amazingly! You can blend it out to nothing or let it build up quickly. I love this gel-ish kind of blush rather than powder.

4. Noyah All-Natural Lipstick in "Desert Rose" Sample size $4[est] (Full Size $14)

Haven't used this more than once because it is practically fall...and this bright pink doesn't feel right. Besides.. it smells really bad. Ha ha. I'm not sure what I'll be doing with this one.

5. Lord & Berry Ultimate Lip Liner in "Nude" Sample size $7[est] (Full Size $14)

Love this product. I like the darkish color and texture. Love getting lip pencils.

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♥ June Ipsy Unboxing + May Review ♥

  ♥ June Ipsy Unboxing + May Review ♥

(Can we ignore my unkempt lawn and just take in my beautiful doggie angel baby?)

Ipsy is a monthly subscription box for makeup products.

I was not given this box. All opinions are my own. Based off my preferences! :D

Cost: $10 per month

They ship to the U.S., and Canada

There is a wide variety of options for Ipsy bags. You take a quiz when you first sign up (this can be retaken as many times as you like). This effects what is in your bag each month. Each time you get a bag you have the option of reviewing the items you received. I've found that this is the best way to effect what you get in your bag each month. The more reviews you complete the more likely you are to like your bags. 

1. Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer 0.25oz $8 (Full Size 0.50oz $16)

A lot of people got either this primer or a lipstick. I wish I got the lipstick... because I love them. If I had gotten the lipstick this would have been the HOLY GRAIL OF HEAVENLY bags. The PERFECT of all PERFECTION. I will use this primer and it is awesome QUALITY being a smashbox primer. Just not my favorite item. HUGE plus though... it smells like fruit. Ha ha. I can't stop smelling it. 

2. BioRepublic Skincare Face Masks $4.99 each (3 for $14.95)
- Aloe Rescue Revitalizing Fiber Mask (For Hydration)

- Cucumber Breeze Soothing Fiber Mask (Tightens pores, reduces fine lines, and soothes)

- Green Tea Detox Purifying Fiber Mask (Reduces appearance of blemishes, cleans, and provides anti-oxidants)

Holy smokes. Could I BE any happier?! I'm addicted to face masks. To get THREE different ones in one bag? OVER THE MOON. I would be happy with masks in every bag. lol. Not joking.

These are paraben free and dermatologist tested. All three have Vitamin E.

3. Jules and Esther Facial serum No. 24 Vitamin C 0.5Fl Oz $10.50 (Full Size 1.1Fl Oz $36)

What? What.... kind of MIND reading is happening with this bag? I wanted a serum.. Ipsy provides. This one smells AMAZING (like oranges - vit C) but I've used it twice and I ADORE it. I wish a full size didn't cost an arm and a leg. I might repurchase though when i'm done. I was afraid it might break me out but so far it hasn't. 

"Lightweight serum. Keeps skin hydrated while reducing signs of aging. Hyaluronic Acid plumps and replenishes. Jojoba oil mimics skins natural oil for light moisture."

4. Formula X Nail Polish "Power Source" 4ml $3.50 (Full size 12ml $10.50)

This is a hot coral 2 coat nail polish. I like the color (I can't wait to get less pinks/corals though.. BLUES AND GREENS!!! FTW!) The most remarkable part of this polish is that the fumes aren't that horrible. I usually get a headache after painting my nails because I'm sensitive to chemicals. This almost didn't have a scent at all though. It was magical! NO HEADACHE! I want more colors. I wasn't upset getting a mini size either because I've honestly never finished a polish. Ha ha.

5. TreStiQue Mini Shadow Crayon "Marimoto Pink Pearl" $10.66 (Three Minis like this is $32)

TreStiQue... those big kidders. I've heard that I'm not the only one who pulled this product out and assumed the lid had come off during shipping. Upon closer inspection.. the LID looks like a pointed version of the product. Har har har. The actual product is rounded as you can see in the picture above. 

I love the pinkie nude shade I received. I really like these eye-shadow crayons too. So happy to have this little product too!

Total spent for the bag: $10

Total bag is worth: $47.61

Total saved: $37.61

APRIL REVIEW

I didn't like the purple lip gloss sample so I gave both to my cousin. I like the OZONE clear lip crayon though to outline my lips. It keeps my red lipsticks in CHECK! That being said I don't think it works any better than my drugstore versions so I won't be repurchasing.

This was a weird watery lotion that sprayed (which is fine..) but it weighed my hair down. I passed it along to my cousin.

I'm actually in love with It Cosmetics because of subscription boxes. I'm so glad I received this sample. I WILL be getting this again but probably in a shade lighter.

LOVE this pencil. The teal color is beautiful and unique.

When I used the first set I didn't realize I had them on BACKWARD. The small point is meant to be on the inside by your nose. I wore the second set the correct way (looked at the pics lol) and they were comfortable. I wish I had some more of these cooling little eye masks. So, I will most like repurchase them in the future.

Thank you so much for following along. 

☼☼February Boxycharm Unboxing☼☼

UPDATE:

The Mistura Beauty Solutions C-2-P Complexion Corrector in my February box was broken when it arrived. I contacted Boxycharm because on their website it says to let them know about any damaged items. I wrote to them on Sunday night and I received a response on Thursday morning. This is the email I recieved:

"Venus replied:

Hello Michelle,

Thank you for contacting BOXYCHARM! We are so sorry to hear that your Mistura Beauty C2P Corrector arrived damaged! Please know that we have contacted Mistura and their manufacturing partner to inform them of the packaging defect. In an effort to prevent you from receiving another damaged Corrector, we have awarded 3,000 Charms for you to redeem any product(s) of your choice from our Reward Shop. If you don’t see a product that you like, don’t worry! Save your Charms as we are planning to add new products to the shop. You will see your Charms posted to your account within 3-5 business days.

PS: We have seen other Charmers put the product from the Mistura Corrector into a makeup pot and apply it using a little brush. They sell empty makeup pots in most beauty supplies or you can recycle one from any product that you have at home that you don’t use or are close to finishing.

We hope that this little BOXY-tip helps and that you love your next BOXYCHARM box! :D

Stay Charming!
Venus and your BOXYCHARM Team"

I'm EXTREMELY happy with this response! How great is that customer service? I didn't think to put the corrector in a pot. I will take her advice though! I don't think having it in a pot will bother me at all because I didn't like the idea of drawing on my face with it anyway. So, if you received a broken corrector make sure and CONTACT them about it!

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Boxycharm is a monthly beauty subscription box with 5 high end products (4 full sized items + 1 luxury/deluxe item.) Nail care, hair products, skin care, and cosmetics!

I was not given this box. All opinions are my own. Based off my preferences! :D

Cost: $21 per month (FREE SHIPPING!)

They only ship to 48 U.S. states. (They don't ship to Hawaii or Alaska yet.)

1. Jing Ai Velvet ShineLip Jewel Full Size in "Red Rascal" $22

Below is a before and after:

I love this! I mentioned it in my video unboxing but usually these lip crayons are just tinted and never have much pigment. I thought for sure this would be the same. I STOOD corrected though! This says pigmented and it for sure is. I love the bright red color and smooth texture. This might replace E.L.F.'s lip crayon in my heart.

2. ModernMinerals Duo Fiber Mini Round Brush $15 Full Size

Love this! It has a silicone feel. Which I know some don't like but it doesn't bother me personally. This is a small round stiff brush that I will probably use in my crease or for highlight.

3. Mullein& Sparrow Mini Facial Mask Jar $15 Full Size

Okay, yes... this is gorgeous. I'm in love with this. This little glass bottle... adorable. I want this just as decoration even if I didn't like the mask it makes. I do like it though! It makes a dark mask when water is added to it. I want to buy a little dish just to keep nearby to mix it in. Ha ha. Like old world apothecary.

4. NCLALos Angeles Glitter Nail Polish in "Heart Attack" Full Size $16

Yes! I will love every polish given to me. I can't have enough of them. I heard a tip that if you store these glitter polishes upside down that all the glitter falls to the top and when you use it they come right out! Rather than struggling to get hearts on certain fingers and evenly spaced out. Ha ha.

5. Mistura Beauty Solutions C-2-P Complexion Corrector 36.99CDN ($29.53USD) Full Size

 The only fail. This was broken when I opened up my box. Very disappointing when something like this happens. I don't think anyone is to blame really. Unless they were broken before sending them out. I've since heard that a lot of people had theirs open broken. It is too dark for me anyway I think. Still I contacted boxycharm about it and their webiste policy says that they replace broken items in the future box. So, I'm hoping for a different item in the March box rather than a replacement of this item.

Total spent for the bag: $21

Total bag is worth: $97.53

Total saved: $76.53

Here is the video unboxing of this bag!

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Thank you so much for following along.