Ipsy February 2015

I talked about my Birchbox last week, and now it's time for ipsy!

This month's ipsy was overall good. There were some hits, and some misses. First, the shipping was crazy slow this month. I will blame the weather on the east coast, but it was still not great. The bag is really cute, with this neat geometric print. The sample sizes this month were also really good. There was a few full-sized items, and I didn't feel like they were skimpy at all.

So, this month's five products:

China Glaze Nail Lacquer in Marry a Millionaire

Give your manicure a dazzling finish with China Glaze Marry A Millionaire nail lacquer. This rich amethyst lacquer with multi-tonal fibers features differently sized and shaped glitter particles cleverly combined to create a sexy, super decadent, 3-D finish. China Glaze’s unique lacquers contain China Clay as a nail hardener, the same material that gives porcelain its shiny finish.

This was definitely the winner in this bag. I loooove China Glaze nail polishes. They stay on the best out of any “regular” nail polishes I own. I also don't own any colors like this one. I get so many nail polishes sent in boxes like these that are plain red or purple, so I was so excited to get one that was different! The blue-purple glitter is flattering on my skin tone and I have gotten a ton of compliments on it. It isn't opaque, so I would wear this over a base coat, maybe of a navy or a lilac. Definite love.

Full size: $7.50

Sample size: $7.50

City Color Cosmetics Creamy Lip Stain in Flirtini

A hybrid between a lipstick and gloss, our Creamy Lip Stain is a new kind of lip product that applies smooth and creamy like a gloss and sets with a matte finish. This creamy lip stain gives your lips long lasting color while keeping lips moisturized. Available in 6 fun flirty shades.

This had so much promise. The color is gorgeous and it goes on so beautifully and lasts a long time. But it tastes awful. It's like coating your lips in burnt plastic. I can't even describe to you how disgusting the taste of this is. It is really that bad. I wish that I could like this, but I just can't.

Full size: $4.99

Sample size: $4.99

GLAMGLOW BRIGHTMUD® Eye Treatment

BRIGHTMUD® Single-Use Sealed Chrome Cells with TAPWipe™ Bioactive Technology. The World's First TAP ON + WIPE OFF Reverse Action Under Eye & Orbital Eye Treatment. Designed for Instant 3-Minute Results. For Men & Women of All Ages and All Skin Types. BRIGHTMUD® for your New Super Bright Super Sexy Eyes.

Key Benefits:

• Brightens

• Fights dark circles, lines, and puffiness

• Say “bye bye” to tired eyes!

I had tried the original GlamGlow mud mask several years ago (probably 3 or 4), and wasn't impressed, but the brand has since gained a lot of steam. I used this before a date the other night and was so impressed by how it turned out. I found myself needing less concealer and looking more refreshed. Like all of the GlamGlow products, it's a little on the higher end, so maybe not an everyday thing, but a great occasional perk up.

Full size: $69 (12 pods)

Sample size: $11.50 (2 pods)

Luxie Beauty Large Angled Face Brush 504

The Luxie Rose Gold Large Angled Face Brush is a 100% Animal Cruelty Free brush with high quality synthetic hair bristles that are soft to the touch. With its Vegan makeup qualities from bristles to ferrule, this Rose Gold brush is a must have in your makeup collection.

Coated with a revolutionary antibacterial solution for minimal brush cleansing, your brush remains fresh and clean for longer periods of time. The density of the brush allows for an even application without any wasted product and does not absorb the product into the bristles.

This brush is extra soft! I've had some problems with shedding the first few times I used it, but after I washed it the first time that stopped. It also picks up product really well. I don't think that you can have too many brushes, so I'll be adding this one into the collection.

Full size: $6.40

Sample size: $6.40

ModelCo BLUSH Cheek Powder in Peach Bellini

ModelCo’s BLUSH Cheek Powder creates a beaming, rosy glow to brighten every complexion. The micronized color pigments and luxurious, pressed powder delivers a sheer, natural radiance that lasts all day. BLUSH Cheek Powder's chic compact is easy-to-use and perfect for beauty touch ups on-the-go.

I wasn't sure if I would like this color. I've been moving away from the peachy shades and this one has a great deal of shimmer to it, so it may not be for everyone. I've been wearing it the past few days and I like the way that it gives you this light natural glow. It is inccredibly pigmented, so it's easy to clown-up if you have a heavy hand with it. If you're careful about that though, it's excellent. I haven't needed to use a highlighter lately because of the light shimmery glow.

Full size: $22

Sample size: 7.54

Wow, good job ipsy. I am happy with almost everything I got (I'm looking at you City Color). Here's hoping that next month is just as good.

Total value: $37.93

Like I said with my Birchbox, this is a great value and I love this service. If you're looking at subscribing, I would love it if you used my referral link here, but if that's something you aren't comfortable with, then don't sweat it. It's still a great service and I hope you give it a try!