February 2015 Ipsy Bag

Can I just say that Ipsy has been killing it recently!  February's bag was no exception.  This month's theme was Ipsy Love and it came with 5 great products and a really cute makeup bag!

Glam Glow Brightmud Eye Treatment; Full Size 12 Treatments $69, 2 Treatment Samples $11.50 - This is an under eye treatment mask.  I got two samples that are good for one treatment each.  I really like the packaging because it gives you exactly how much you need for each eye!  I'm really excited to try it! http://www.glamglowmud.com/brightmud.html

Demeter Roll on Perfume Oil in First Love; Full Size $10 - This perfume is a great floral scent and the roll on applicator makes it great for traveling.  I already have a perfume that I love so I don't think I'll buy this anytime soon, but I'll definitely use this up! http://www.demeterfragrance.com/784477/products/First-Love.html

City Color Creamy Lip Stain in Flirtini; Full Size $5 – This was the only thing I didn't like in this bag.  It goes on super thick and the color is just no flattering at all! http://citycolorcosmetics.com/creamy-lip-stain/#.VOzcJfnF8k0

Rob Scheppy for Tini Beauty Eye Shadow in Pearl Fizz; Full Size $12 - You can never have too many neutral eye shadows.  I've been using this as a base and its perfect! https://www.tinibeauty.com/product/pearl-fizz/

ModelCo Blush in Peach Bellini; Full Size $22, Sample Size $11? - This is the first blush that I've gotten in an Ipsy bag and I was so excited!  As the name suggests, this is a great peachy color.  Surprisingly I didn't have a color like this already and I love it!  The color is really pigmented so a little goes a long way. http://www.modelcocosmetics.com/shop/blush-cheek-powder

This month was my one year anniversary of Ipsy bags and I am still so in love with it!  It's so great to come home from a long day at work and find that pink mailer in your mailbox!  If you're thinking about trying it for yourself, here's the link!  https://www.ipsy.com/r/6b49 

Thanks for Reading!!

~Sarah

Physician's Formula Freebies

I think I speak for most girls when I say that we will never turn down free makeup!  Even though I have about 15 blushes right now, I can always use another one.  After all, the color Rose is way different than Rosey!  Right?!? 

I've used several Physician's Formula products over the years and overall I've been pretty happy with all of them.  I recently "Liked" them on Facebook and realized that they are constantly doing some sort of giveaway!  Every Wednesday and Friday if you comment on a board on their page you are entered to win one item they are giving away.  In addition to their weekly giveaways, they also do one about once a month where they give away 100's of a particular item!  I've entered three times since October and won twice!  And let me tell you, I am not usually a lucky person, so I was ecstatic!  Here are the two makeup items that I won!

Youthful Wear Spotless Powder with SPF 15 $13.95 - I don't ever use liquid foundation, I prefer powder, so I was really excited to get this!  It advertises that it will make your skin look 10 years younger which I'm not quite sure that I agree with.  I haven't noticed any significant changes for the better in my skin.  I have however kept using it and like it as far as a regular powder.  It does have SPF in it which is something I really like in bronzers and powders. http://www.physiciansformula.com/en-us/productdetail/face/pressed-powder/06210.html

Bombshell Collection Blush for Brunettes $11.95 - Free blush, what more can I say?  It's wonderful! http://www.physiciansformula.com/en-us/productdetail/powder-palette/blush/06231.html

I think that everyone should stop what they're doing right now and check out the Physician's Formula Facebook page!  They're offering another giveaway tomorrow (February 20) that you all need to get in on!  As I may have mentioned before, who doesn't love free makeup??

Thanks for Reading!!

~Sarah 

January 2015 Ipsy

If January's Ipsy Bag was any indication of what's to come in 2015 I am really looking forward to the rest of my bags this year!  There were 5 items, all of which would fall under the full size category and it was a great assortment of products.  I think it's pretty fitting that this month's theme was Fresh Start.  Here's the breakdown of what I got and what I thought!

Pacifica Eye Shadow in Etheral; Eye Shadow single $3.50 - This is the second Pacifica eye shadow that I've received in an Ipsy bag.  My main complaint with these is the packaging.  The lid broke off of my first one and unfortunately I think it's just a matter of time before it happens to this one.  The eye shadow itself is pretty average, nothing special.  This color is a light tan/gray with minimal shimmer so it makes a great base which is how I've been using it.  They don't advertise this color on their website, so I'm not sure if it was an Ipsy exclusive or not.

http://www.pacificabeauty.com/makeup/eyes/mystical-supernatural-eye-shadow-palette?id=233

Malin and Goetz Mojito Lip Balm; Full Size $12 - I've said this before and I'll say it again; a girl can never have too many lip balms!  I really like the smell of this and it's always good to keep your lips moisturized, especially in the winter!  The only complaint I have is it tends to be kind of sticky which is one of my biggest lip balm pet peeves!

http://www.malinandgoetz.com/face/mojito-lip-balm

Probelle Nail Lacquer in Into the Blue; Full Size $6 - I happen to be somewhat of a nail polish hoarder, but as soon as I saw this color I knew I would not ever use it so I gave it to my sister.  Bright blue nail polish is not my thing and I don't see that changing anytime soon.  I prefer the more classy colors so bring on the reds and pinks Ipsy! http://www.pro-belle.com/probelle-into-the-blue-nail-lacquer-5-fl-oz-blue-cream-0502/

Elizabeth Mott All Over Shadow Brush; Full Size $9.99 - Even though I've already gotten several eye shadow brushes from Ipsy, I was really happy to get this one!  The bristles are soft and the brush handle is shorter than most so its a great size for travel.  It's also pink which gives it a special place in my heart!

http://www.elizabethmott.com/shop/all-over-shadow-brush/

Coastal Scents Liquid Eyeliner in Jet (Black); Full Size $2.95 - I've not had much luck with liquid liners and unfortunately this one was no different.  I had a hard time making a crisp line with this, it was just a mess.  I tried using the very tip of the brush but that didn't seem to help me.  I admit that my issue is most likely user error!  The few times that I did use it, it definitely stayed put until I took it off at the end of the day which is a good thing, except that if you screw it up when applying it makes it really hard to clean up without messing up your eye shadow.  Again, I think liquid eyeliner may just not be for me. http://www.coastalscents.com/liquid-eyeliner.html

The total value of all the products in my January bag was $34.44.  Each of these products was full size with the exception of the eye shadow which Pacifica does not sell in singles online.  I would still consider it a full size as far as eye shadows go.  Overall it was a great month for Ipsy and I'm looking forward to getting my February bag in the next few days!

If you want to start getting an Ipsy bag, you can use this link!

http://www.ipsy.com/r/6b49?sid=ipsypoints&cid=general

Thanks for Reading!!

~Sarah

Frosty VoxBox

One of the greatest thrills you can experience in life is walking out to the mailbox to find a box full of goodies waiting for you!  It’s been a while since I got a VoxBox but luckily I was selected to receive the Frosty Box in December!  I’ve talked about Influenster before, but just in case you haven’t read one of my blogs before, let me tell you, Influenster is awesome!  It’s completely free, all you have to do is participate in surveys and review the products you receive!  Check out what I got in the Frosty VoxBox!

Frosty Box Breakdown

NYC Expert Last Lip Color in Sugar Plum; Full Size $1.99

Celestial Seasonings Candy Cane Lane Green Tea

EcoTools Hairbrush; $10.99

McCormick Gourmet Thyme; $4.79

Fruit Vines Bites; $1.28

No7 Protect & Perfect Advanced Serum

Rimmel Gentle Eye Makeup Remover; $7.49

Rimmel Scandaleyes Waterproof Kohl Kajal Eyeliner; $4.49

As you can see from the picture and list above, this box came with a lot of amazing products!  My favorite thing by far was the Scandaleyes eyeliner!  I usually don’t care for pencil eyeliners, but this one is soft and goes on smoothly.  I’ve worn it almost everyday since I got it!  I haven’t tried the eye makeup remover yet since I’ve been trying to finish up another bottle, but I’m really looking forward to trying that out too.  Seriously Influenster, just send me all the makeup!

I was really excited about the hairbrush as well, but was actually pretty disappointed with it.  It may be because my hair is so fine and especially susceptible to static in the winter, but it has fiber bristles so every time I use this, it makes my hair go crazy!

The Thyme was kind of random and I have to admit, I have no idea what to even use it in, but at least I can say I have some now!

The total value of the items in the box was $31 and I paid absolutely nothing for it!  What could be better than getting a box full of stuff mailed to you for free!  If you’re interested in seeing what Influenster is all about, you can use this link; www.influenster.com/r/538296

Thanks for Reading!!

~Sarah

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.