Ipsy Glam Bag September 2014
Hey
everyone!
I feel like subscription boxes are all that I talk about now. We'll need to fix that. Anyway, my
second Ipsy bag came in the mail a couple of days ago. The first one
was so good and I had really high hopes for this month.
Ipsy,
like Birchbox, runs you $10US. I didn’t pay any tax, and shipping
was included.
This
month’s theme is Street
Style.
It's all about real wearable styles and looking edgy as we move into
autumn. Again, there are five products inside of a pretty (but still
edgy) makeup bag.
Be A Bombshell
Smooth Criminal Powder
This lightweight,
ultra-fine, silky formula softens the appearance of imperfections,
fine lines, and pores while leaving you with a beautiful glow. This
finishing powder can be worn alone or to set your foundation. The
translucent formula works for all skin tones. It is made from 100%
silica and leaves your skin with a matte finish without drying it
out.
I'm
a regular user of setting powders for my really long days. The
unfortunate thing is that silica powders, like this one, as well as
the MUFE HD setting powder, are deadly to flash photography. They
look great in person, but have awful flashback. I'm not necessarily
opposed to using this product, but only on photo-free days. It's a
shame because this seems like a really good product. It's finely
milled and blends seamlessly.
Full
size: $12 for 4g.
Sample
size: $12
Briogeo
Don’t Despair, Repair!™ Deep Conditioning Mask
Repair
and treat dry, damaged and breaking hair with Don't Despair, Repair!™
deep conditioning mask. Fortified with ultra-hydrating avocado, sweet
almond & argan oils, strengthening keratin protein,
power-conditioning rosehip oil, soothing aloe, and super
hair-essential vitamins B5, D, A, E and biotin. This unique complex
of targeted ingredients helps increase hair elasticity and moisture
to prevent breakage, promotes healthy shine and luster, and
replenishes strength. Comprised of 95 percent naturally-derived
ingredients. This product is free of parabens, sulfates, phthalates,
silicones, artificial fragrances, artificial dyes, and gluten. It is
cruelty-free and contains organic ingredients.
In
lab studies, the use of Don’t Despair, Repair!™ resulted in 81%
less hair breakage after just three uses. Safe
for color-treated, chemically-treated, and
keratin-treated hair. For those with fine or thin hair, we recommend
focusing the treatment on the mid-length to the ends of the hair
only, and rinsing thoroughly.
As
I've mentioned many a time, deep conditioners are a mainstay for me.
This one has a lovely thick texture and divine woody scent. I'm
excited to be using this the next time I condition.
Full
size: $26 for 5.25oz
Sample
size: $4.95 for 1 fl oz
Maybelline
MASTER GLAZE Blush Stick in “Make A Mauve”
Now
cheeks glisten with the sheerest color glaze.
- Cheeks go dewy
and gently glazed with this portable, creamy blush stick.
- Glazed pearls + a
shea butter glide provide blendable, natural color and smooth, even
application.
- Fragrance Free.
Non-comedogenic. Suitable for all skin types.
Available
in a range of six creamy shades: Just-Pinched Pink, Pink Fever, Coral
Sheen, Warm Nude, Make a Mauve, and Plums Up.
I
saw the ads on TV for these and was kind of sceptical. So far I'm
feeling good about this. I never have issues with the staying power
of my blush and this isn't an exception to the rule. I also like the
deeper color. I'm not
in the habit of switching up my blush, but I'm excited at the
opportunity to try something new as the weather gets colder. This goes on smoothly and has just the smallest hint of shimmer
Full
size: $7.99 for 6.8g
Sample
size: $7.99
Nourish
Organic Moisturizing Cream Face Cleanser
This
gentle cleanser washes away impurities without drying, irritating or
causing redness. Cucumber hydrates and soothes. Watercress, rich in
antioxidants, helps protect skin from free radical damage.
Alcohol-Free. Gluten-Free. Vegan.
• Fragrance-free
formula cleanses without drying or irritating
• Penetrates
deep into pores to dissolve dirt, oil and makeup
• Packed
with vitamins and antioxidants to nourish skin
I've
been bouncing in between face washes for some time now. I can't find
anything that holds me down and makes me think that I can't try
anything else. Maybe this will be the one! I like that it's light and
gentle, and also that there is no scent. And not like that
“unscented” smell that still smells scented. This actually has no
smell at all.
Full
size: $13.99 for 6 fl oz
Sample
size: $2.33 for 1 fl oz
Pacifica
7 Free Nail Polish in
Red Red Wine
Our
new 7 Free Nail Polish is long lasting and void of many chemicals
that one would find in traditional nail polish. Amazing vibrant
colors that go on smooth and stay put. Plus we have added a custom
wide 100% vegan brush for easier application.
7
Free is formulated without parabens, phthalates (dibutyl phthalate),
toluene, xylene, camphor, formaldehyde, resin, and animal byproducts.
My
last item is this (as the name suggests) wine-colored nail polish.
The color to me isn't special, especially because I can see three
other nail polishes in my collection that are similar enough that I
wouldn't pick this one up at the store. I love that this is free of
so many harsh ingredients, is totally cruelty-free,
and is made in the USA. I'll be testing out the wear time on this one
all this week.
Full
size: $9 for 0.45 fl oz
Sample
size: $9
Total
value: $36.27