Ipsy Bag | July 2013

Contents:

◆ 1 Sexy Hair Weather Proof Humidity Resistant Spray

(Sample Size - $5)

When I received this, I thought it would be really useful since Georgia gets humid and makes my hair frizzy during the summer. However, when I used it, my hair was so flat and frizzy by the end of the day :( I think that my John Frieda Frizz Ease Hairspray does a better job.

◆ 2 POP Beauty Pouty Pop Crayon in "Coral Crush"

(Full Size - $4.15)

I love lip crayons! This color is okay. It's kind of a light pink. I've heard a lot of people say the color was terrible against their skin, but I thought this worked well with my pale skin. Great product for adding a little bit of pop.

◆ 3 Nailtini Nail Lacquer in "Mai Tai"

(Full Size - $13)

When I saw this color, I was immediately afraid of it. I'm not much for reds when it comes to nail polish, however this color is a bit of a muted red. It has a smooth application and the formula seems like it works pretty well. Plus, I read that they are 3-free and do not test on animals.

◆ 4 COOLA Mineral Face SPF 20 Unscented Moisturizer

(Sample Size - $4.86)

I've received COOLA products before so I was familiar with the brand. I think that this moisturizer works well and seems to actually be unscented.

◆ 5 BH Cosmetics California Collection Eyeshadow Sample

(Sample Size - $3)

This eyeshadow palette sample includes 3 colors from the California collection. The colors are Hollywood (purple), San Francisco (brown), and Malibu (Gold). I am super terrified to try Hollywood because it is such a deep, dark purple, but I really loved mixing San Francisco and Malibu together. They give a nice muted glow.

This month's bag was valued to be a little over $30. Not as high as other months, but still a decent deal. My favorite products were the lip crayon and nail lacquer. Not highly impressed this month, but not 100% disappointed either.

Ipsy Bag | June 2013

Contents:

◆ Starlooks Lip Pencil in "Bare" 

(Full Size - $12)

This lip pencil worked surprisingly well and was a good shade for my skin. I'm glad that I got a neutral color because some people were getting some very bright colors. It went on really smoothly and blended great!

◆ NYX Cream Blush in "Tickled" 

(Full Size - $6)

I loved this blush! It's a very light, almost coral pink and it goes on really smooth. It blends in really well and is not too overpowering on my cheeks.

◆ J. Cat Beauty Sparkling Cream Palette in "SPC106 Volta" 

(Full Size - $4.49)

I have mixed opinions on this product. When I first saw it, I thought it was definitely interesting because it's really shiny. However, when I put it on, it was more like glitter than a sparkle cream palette.  It also got everywhere and I had to scrub it off! Not too happy about that. I've heard that you are supposed to use it with neutral eye shadows, but I'm not sure if that would make it apply any better. I might give it another shot, but for right now, I'm not pleased with this product.

◆ Cailyn Cosmetics Gel Eyeliner w/ Brush in "Iron" 

(Full Size - $21)

I'm not a big eyeliner user because I don't like the way I look when I wear it. I feel like I'm trying too hard when I apply black eyeliner, so I try to stay away from the black colors. However, this product was very easy to apply and I might try to use it every once in a while. Since I received it in an "iron" color, it's not too dark, so I don't feel overwhelmed by it.

◆ Chella Ivory Lace Highlighter Pencil 

(Full Size - $18)

I gave this product a quick test and it seems like it works pretty well. It's definitely different from any other highlighter I've used. It's not white or pearly, it's more of a light, pinkish skin tone. It's said you can use it anywhere to highlight, such as on the brow bone, around the eyes, etc and to cover up blemishes and dark spots. I gave it a try around my eyes and liked the appearance. I'm going to have to give it a try for blemishes as well!

If I'm correct, I believe that all of these were full size products this month, so that is pretty awesome. It brings my bag value to be over $60 :) I'm really happy with this bag!

Ipsy Bag | April 2013

I finally got off the waitlist for the Ipsy Glam Bag subscription and received my first bag this month! What is Ipsy you ask? Well, it's a great subscription service where you pay $10 a month to receive a stylish bag full of deluxe and full sized samples! Below is what I received this month.

• Two Cosmetics Duo Eye Shadow in "Heartache" (Full Size - $5.75)
• Be a Bombshell Blush in "Sweet Cheeks" (Full Size - $16)
• Sation Nail Lacquer in "Of Corset I'll Call You" (Full Size - $5)
• Sexy Hair Soy Renewal Nourishing Styling Treatment (.85 fl. oz sample)

Below is what the Sation Nail Lacquer looks like applied with two coats. When I first saw the color all I could think was, "Oh great, another pink"...but I actually like the color on. It's a very faint, almost neutral pink. Not too bright or overwhelming. I actually went back and added a third coat and liked how it was bit more of a sophisticated baby pink. The only downside is I noticed it would get weird smudges even after I let it dry for a long time....nothing too noticeable though. It also takes a lot to make it appear very pigmented.

Below are the eyeshadows and blush swatches (sorry for the not so great photo :/) From left to right: the lighter half of the Two Cosmetics duo eyeshadow, the darker half of the Two Cosmetics duo eyeshadow, and the Be a Bombshell blush. You have to apply quite a lot for the eyeshadows to pop, but they are overall pretty good. The blush is a bit bright/pigmented, so I have to apply it sparingly, but I love the bright pink shade a lot and find it refreshing!

I haven't had a chance to try the Sexy Hair Soy Renewal Treatment, but it smells really good and I already have some Sexy Hair Leave in Conditioner, so I have high hopes :) Overall, I am very satisfied with my Ipsy Glam Bag!