Laura Mercier Invisible Setting Powder

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I said that I would come back to you good people after using my sample of Laura Mercier Invisible Setting Powder a bit more. I used it off and on for the last three weeks. I was hoping that after using it for a while I'd have a different opinion of the setting powder.

I don't.

I don't think I gave an adequate review when I talked about it in my Ipsy bag review. The Laura Mercier Invisible Setting Powder is $37 for .4 oz of product. It gets rave reviews from a lot of folks on YouTube and in the blogger world.

First, this is not invisible. It is very visible and very chalky. I'm an NC42 but most of the time, I can get away with invisible setting powders. Sometimes I have to use just a touch but I can get away with it. This one? Whoa, it looks like Halloween and I'm Casper The Not So-Friendly ghost.

Second, this is not good for touch up. If you are trying to use enough to mattify your face after work, before you go somewhere else, it almost cakes up on your face. I have an oily t-zone but normal to dry everywhere else. I have several touch up powders that are fantastic at mattifying my t-zone. This is not one of them.

Third, it's a fine powder that goes everywhere. Even with a sifter, it still get's everywhere. And, because it's fine, it's a beast to clean. It reminds me of the feel of cornstarch.

I know that this is supposed to provide a flawless finish and create a soft focus on the skin. The website even says that "the universal shade matches all skintones, from light to deep". Apparently their deep wasn't even as dark as me. I just don't get it.

I used as much as I care to. I don't even know that I'll pass this to a friend...because I kinda want my friends to stay my friends. This is an expensive fail (if you pay full price). There are many other setting powders that you can use for much less. Try those first.

Ipsy Bag - January

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I got my Ipsy bag this week. I canceled my subscription earlier this month because I was soooo unimpressed with the last 2 bags that I had gotten. I said if I didn't like this one I was done. 

Well, I saw my preview and canceled immediately. 

This isn't a preview or a review. This is me, telling you what I received and what I'm going to do with each of the products. 

The bag itself was a cheapy, cheapy one. Like all of my Ipsy bags, I'll keep it to give a gift in.

I received an Elizabeth Mott All Over Shadow Brush ($9.99 with a 50% off of your total order Ipsy discount). It feels very soft and the handle is a nice size but honestly, I have a ton of shadow brushes just like this one. This will go to a friend.

There were two eye shadow products this month. One was the Pacifica Natural Mineral Coconut Eye Shadow in Treasure ($14 with a 20% off Ipsy discount - DISCLAIMER- you can only purchase the singles in a quad. That's why it's $14) and the other is from Bella Pierre Cosmetics in Whesek ($14.99 with a 25% Ipsy discount). Treasure is a tan that is never going to show up on my eyelids. There is NO reason to even open this one. Whesek appears to be a sparkly steel grey. I don't wear steel grey often so this is also a no for me. These will go to friends as well.

There is a Probelle Nail Lacquer in Into Blue ($6 with a 20% Ipsy discount) that I am very excited to try. It looks like it will be very pretty. And, with the discount, I am tempted to purchase more!

And lastly is a Malin + Goetz Mojito Lip Balm ($12 with a 15% Ipsy discount). It's a thick balm that smells of mint and lemon-lime. There is no color and even though it's thick, it's not too heavy on the lips. It feels comfortable. I might actually like this.

Now, don't get me wrong. I like the cosmetics bag concept. It's nice to get a present and every time someone gives you a gift you aren't going to be in love with it. But it got to the point that I was never in love with it. I was giving more stuff away than I was keeping!  

This month, will all the Ipsy discounts, my bag was worth $37.44 ($56.98 if you pay full price). The only thing that I'm excited about is the nail polish. The lip balm is ok. That's a wrap folks. No more Ipsy bags for me. I was beginning to get the same things over and over in addition to stuff I couldn't use. I think I can mix and match quite a bit for $10. Maybe I'll do a post each month were I create my own $10 or $15 bag with stuff to try for the month (wheels are turning in the head...stay tuned).

In any event, I'd love to know if any of you tried the Ipsy bag. What do you think of it and have you found anything new?

And here it is- what is an Ipsy Bag?(<-- a link to the about Ipsy page only, however my personal link is below), Ipsy is a subscription service makeup bag and for $10 a month, you get a bag and 5 beauty items -- sometimes full size, most of the time sample sizes. Some of the companies that supply items are very well known and some are lesser known companies. 

Ipsy Bag - December - Review

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Soooooo. Let's just jump into what I did with what I got this month. I mentioned earlier in December that my 5 items were a Beauty Without Cruelty A.H.A. 3% Facial Cleanser, NYX Cosmetics Butter Lip Balm, Pixi by Petra Fairy Dust, Swissco Electroplated Eyelash Curler and a tarte deluxe lights, camera, lashes 4-in-1 mascara.

I gave my mother the tarte deluxe lights, camera, lashes 4-in-1 mascara ($20 on the tarte website, no Ipsy discount offered). One of her Christmas gifts was a bag of mascaras. She is always looking for a good mascara so I thought I'd give her several to try out.

The Swissco Electroplated Eyelash Curler ($5 on its website, no discount offered by Ispy) was gifted to a friend. I didn't ask her to tell me what she thought of it. The Pixi by Petra Fairy Dust ($10 with a 20% discount offered by Ipsy) was also gifted to a friend. She seemed to like it well enough.

I kept the Beauty Without Cruelty A.H.A. 3% Facial Cleanser and the NYX Cosmetics Butter Lip Balm. I liked the facial cleanser well enough. I didn't see anything good or bad. It's a cleanser. It's nice that it didn't break me out or do anything negative but at $11.95 for a 8.5 oz cleanser, I think I'll pass (15% discount offered by Ipsy). The NYX Cosmetics Butter Lip Balm at $4.00 is a much better deal (25% discount offered by Ipsy). The product was very nice on the lips and moisturizing but I got the color Parfait and it wasn't good for my complexion. I would have liked Panna Cotta, Biscotti or Brownie better but I'll still wear it at home.

I also mentioned that the bag itself was on the cheap side. I wasn't a fan and have it at the ready to give to my young niece.

So, I paid $10 for $50.95 with of products. I am not a fan folks. I just didn't enjoy this month. It was good for giving gifts but now that the holidays are over, I don't think I want to give half of my bags away. I've seen this month's bag (preview on the site) and I'm still not a fan.

So...I think I'll be cancelling my subscription.

What have you guys thought of your bags? Worth it?

What is an Ipsy Bag?(<-- a link to the about Ipsy page only, however my personal link is below), Ipsy is a subscription service makeup bag and for $10 a month, you get a bag and 5 beauty items -- sometimes full size, most of the time sample sizes. Some of the companies that supply items are very well known and some are lesser known companies. 

Ipsy Bag - November - Preview

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I don't have to say it. You can look at this month's bag and see that there is one special little thing that I am super excited about! I won't spoil it for you but OMG, I am in love already.

I think this month has a good mix of items. There is a Oil of Morocco Argan Oil Volume Shine Hairspray by Marc Anthony, a you're so FINE Eyeliner by Elizabeth Mott, Wonder Lip Paint by J. Cat Beauty, Eye Base by Be A Bombshell Cosmetics and Invisible Loose Setting Powder + Mini Fan Brush by Laura Mercier.

This time there is only 1 item that I won't be trying but I do have a guest blogger that will tell us all about it.

And here is the PSA; Ipsy Bag(<-- a link to the about Ipsy page only, however my personal link is below), is a subscription service makeup bag. For $10 a month, you get a bag and 5 beauty items -- sometimes full size, most of the time sample sizes. Some of the companies that supply items are very well known and some are lesser known companies. 

Ipsy Link  <--- I've put my link right here in case you are interested in checking this out for yourself. I personally think it's a great deal for $10 BUT that is completely my opinion and if you don't want to use my link, that's okay too! If you are interested and would like to try them out, I'd be super stoked if you did use my Link. If you do decide to, come back and tell me how you like your first bag!!

Ipsy Bag - October - Review

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Happy November!!

I told you good people that this month my Ipsy bag included an Épicé International Purifying Exfoliant, a Figs & Rouge Hand Cream in Mango Mandarin, A ModelCo Volumeyes Extreme Black Mascara, a Nicole by OPI Nail Lacquer and a Starlooks Lip Gloss, all crammed into a teal, bag.

I'll go out of order and begin with the ModelCo Volumeyes Extreme Black Mascara. I personally didn't try it. I gave it to a co-worker to try out for me. She wears mascara everyday and did a much better job reviewing than I could have. Her quote -  "I didn't love it, it didn't lengthen or thicken my lashes even though I used my eyelash curler prior. And it smudges and it was hard to take off." Ooooh. There you have it folks. She's not a fan but I did hear that quite a bit in reviews. The regular price of this is $20 (minus your Ipsy discount of 15% = $17). The tall girl has spoken -- this is a no go.

Épicé International Purifying Exfoliant was nice. It was grittier than I prefer but it’s an exfoliant so I guess that’s its job. I did try it alone and with my favorite cleanser. It was fine. That’s it -- Nothing great, phenomenal or spectacular. It was just nice and fine. The regular price of this is $32 (minus your Ipsy discount of 50% = $16). But, I think even if this were at the dollar store for $1 I’d probably leave it. The amount of grit bothered me.

The first item I tried was the Figs & Rouge Hand Cream in Mango Mandarin. I opened it and used it almost the second I opened the bag. I like hand creams. The consistency was pretty nice. It was thick without being too oily (but it was kinda oily). The smell was the worst mango and/or mandarin smell I have EVER smelled. I couldn’t get past it. It did dissipate after a while but who had time to wait on that?! The regular price of this is $6.56 (minus your Ipsy discount of 15% plus delivery = $8.58). That’s not tooo bad. I might have actually considered it if I could have gotten past the smell.

The nail polish was the Nicole by OPI Nail Lacquer. I got the color Feeling Very Cherry. I really liked the color and the formula was great. It’s a vampy color (I know, I hate that word too but what else describes this?). My only downfall was that I wasn’t able to clean up around my nails successfully. The color was so dark that you can still see red streaks after my clean up. And, any chips are very, very noticeable. As a person that types all day, I can’t get away with a full week with this color. The regular price of this $5.99 (Target price) and Ipsy doesn’t offer a discount. I normally get my Nicole by OPIs from T.J. Maxx or Marshalls (after the season is over) for two or three dollars each. As of yet, there hasn’t been a color that jumped out at me when a collection has first come out.

And last but not least was the Starlooks Lip Gloss. It was in the shade Guilty Pleasure. I really liked this lippie! It’s a tiny bit thick but that’s ok. And the smell is sooo good. I am a sucker for a good smelling lip product. It’s a beautiful pinky nude that you can wear by itself (and get a decent color) or on top of a lipstick. The regular price of this is $12 (minus your Ipsy discount of 20% on $35 or more so….) BUT they also have an Ipsy special feature set of a liner, lip gloss and lipstick for $24 or the liner and lipstick for $22. Not a bad deal, I think.

Oh! That teal bag. That is the best Ipsy bag so far! I loved it. So chic, stylish and functional. It made a D Ipsy bag move up to a C. This month was a $59.57 bag that because of the polish, gloss and teal bag, was worth the $10. Ipsy is still on a month-to-month lease folks. I can say that it’s worth the $10 you spend so I have no problems with it, but it hasn’t really introduced me to any new brands that I have fallen in love with. The things that I loved were by brands that I already loved.

How are you feeling about your Ipsy bag? What? You haven’t joined yet? Well, you don’t have to but I think it’s worth it. What do you think?

Ipsy Link  <--- I've put my link right here in case you are interested in checking this out for yourself. I personally think it's a great deal for $10 BUT that is completely my opinion and if you don't want to use my link, that's okay too! If you are interested and would like to try them out, I'd be super stoked if you did use my Link. If you do decide to, come back and tell me how you like your first bag!!

Ipsy Bag - August - Review

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Are you ready to find out what I thought of the goodies in my little pink bag? Are you on pins and needles? Well even if you aren't, here goes!

I mentioned that this month's Ipsy bag has an Urban Decay Perversion mascara, Coastal Scents Forever Blush duo, Absolute New York's 'You're The Balm' Lip Balm, Dr. Brandt Pores No More and Lord & Berry eyeliner. I made sure to take adequate time to try most of the items, but not all.

I'll be honest with you (cause when do I lie?) I didn't even try the Dr. Brandt Pores No More. I've used a lot pore shrinkers and vanishers and I've come to realize, my pores aren't very noticeable and I'm wasting money on products like this. I'll probably give this one away instead of using it. Someone will need it more than me.

I also didn't try the Urban Decay Perversion mascara. I had already tried another sample of this about 6 months ago (Sephora I think) and it was ok. I've had better though. My holy grail mascara (Jordana Best Lash Mascara) does about the same job. I'll pass this along to my mom. She will probably like it. She doesn't like "POW" lashes that reach out for days but she does like black lashes. This definitely did make my lashes black back during the holidays when I tried it.

The Coastal Scents Forever Blush duo was great! The pink shade showed up very well on my skin. The peach shade gave me a fresh glow. They wore well and lasted almost all stinkin' day! I love that in a blush. The packet boasts that there are 18 Forever Blush colors to choose from and it gives you 25% off of blush (not to be used with any other offer). But honestly, Coastal Scents has so many offers, you can always get their blushes at a discount. Right now the deal is 35% off of the 10 blush palette (there are 2 different ones). But if you wait a bit, you can find the perfect sale for you.

The Absolute New York's 'You're The Balm' Lip Balm is very nice. It smells great! There's a slight sparkle but nothing too bad and it smells great! It goes on smoothly and you only need a dab and it smells great. Did I mention that it smells great? Ipsy offers a 30% discount at the Nicka K website making it $10.19 for the duo (30% off plus $6.00 S&H). Spoiler alert, I've seen these duos at T.J. Maxx for $3.99. I'm just saying folks. The down side? The container. I hate tins of lip product. What if your fingers are dirty? Love the product - hate the tin - because of that I probably won't buy it.

Last but not least was the Lord & Berry eyeliner. It's a soft eyeliner that glides on your waterline (where I wear my eyeliner) and stays for a decent amount of time -- several hours. The Lord and Berry website sells them for $18 (with and extra 25% off Ipsy discount). No way these are worth $13.50. It was fine but not great. I have $5 brands that are better.

So, this bag wasn't as great as the others were but I do fill that I got my $10 worth. The eyeliner will last me about 6 weeks. The lip balm will go to work with me and after I wash my hands, I'll moisturize my lips. The Blush sample showed me that I can trust Coastal Scents blushes to work (and this sample will last about 2 months in rotation, if not 3). I can give my mom the mascara because she is ALWAYS looking for a good mascara that isn't wet. The Dr. Brandt, well that was a fail for me. And, the bag that it all came in is currently holding scrapbook essentials.

So there you have it! Another month of Ipsy love. I still think it's worth the $10 and I still recommend you try it.

Ipsy Bag - July - Review

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I spent the last 2 weeks really trying out the items in this month's Ipsy bag. I like trying out new things and the Ipsy bag always seems to have great new stuff to try in addition to one or more of my favorites.

The old favorite this time was the Bare Minerals 5 in 1 BB Advanced Performance Cream Eyeshadow in Divine Wine. The full size is $18. I picked up a sample of Candle Lit Peach about 2 months ago and I have been loving it ever since. I had no doubt that I'd love this too.  The shade is a tad bit darker than I'd have picked but it looks really good. It's a nice cocoa shade that is a great base for your browns and goes well with almost any color that you are using. I love the formula. It stays on for such a long time. It's creamy and rich and a little bit goes a long way. If you've been with me for any time at all you know that I love products that "a dab with do ya".

I know. It looks like a weird color, but on your eyes...
oh on your eyes, it's so pretty.
This is a slather. You only need a touch.

One of the products that I knew about but had never tried was the Pixi Tinted Brilliance Balm. It's a lip balm (duh, yeah I know). But, that's about all it is and not a very good one either. I didn't even realize (until I went to research the product) that mine was a color! My Pixi Balm is in Unique Pink which is supposed to be pH reactive and change to my own personal pink. I'm a woman of color and my personal pH reactive pink must be -- lip color. Sigh. It's not very moisturizing either. My $1 ChapStick is better. Pixi Tinted Brilliance Balm is $14. Even with the Ipsy discount (that we learned last month, doesn't always work) I wouldn't buy this.

I tried the Whet brand refined nail lacquer. The color was...Facetious, a rich, royal blue color. It retails for $15 on its website. The brand is supposed to be free of harmful chemicals, chip resistant, high shine and a vegan formula. The formula is the bomb. It lasted quite a long time and the glossy blue finish was great. I was scared when I saw the bottle but my toes loved it! The Ispy 30% discount does apply on the website and gives you a $6 flat shipping option in addition to other shipping avenues. I'd probably spend the extra 50cents and go with a tracking option. There are lots of colors to choose from, so with my discount, I wouldn't be opposed to trying another color.

I also had the honor of trying Be Fine Daily Moisturizer with SPF 15. I liked it. It was a thin consistency which I look for. I'm not into heavy moisturizer. I wish they offered a SPF free version because sometimes that can break me out. This one didn't but it made my face feel warm for about 2 minutes, so I was a bit scared. I received a 1.5 fl oz size to try. If you want to purchase the 1.7 oz size (with a pump) the price on the website is $24. After shipping ($6.95 USPS) and the 20% Ipsy discount the total was $26.14. That wasn't too bad but I wasn't THAT sold on it. Maybe after I use this sample up (and I will) I'll feel differently.

Even though you might think that I wouldn't, I did try the Hang Ten Dark Tanning Oil. My sample size was 1 fl. oz. I tried it on my feet and legs. Those are the parts of me that don't tan but I'd like for them too. Twice, on the sunniest weekends we've had so far, I followed the directions and waited for my feet and legs to get a golden brown(er than my normal color). I sprayed product all over my feet and legs(and all over the floor of my bathroom) and waited for gorgeousness to happen. It didn't happen. After two tries the only thing that happened was that my bathroom floor needed a good mopping and the bottom of my feet got really oily and dirty. Not exactly what I was hoping for. So, this bottle went in the trash. I don't have many friends that try to tan so I couldn't pass it along. Even my white friends don't slather on lotion to tan. They are mostly SPF freaks. I knew this wouldn't work but I thought I'd try anyway. What could it hurt? Well, it didn't hurt but it wasn't for me. Oddly enough, this is one of the products that had a good discount that made the price plus shipping work. The full size, 8 oz bottle is $11.99 with $5 flat shipping. After the 25% discount, it would cost you $13.99 to get it home. Not bad if the product works for you.

Oh! And the bag itself was cute. It was a pink, faux leather pouch that I use in my craft area. I really liked it! It's something I wouldn't have picked up myself but I enjoy having it.

So over all, how was my Sensationally Sunkissed Ipsy bag? I liked it. One of the products was something I was going to purchase (maybe not that color, but yes to that product), a nail polish that I would never have purchased but I am so glad that I have and a moisturizer that is almost what I want so I'll be on the lookout for other products from that company. Again folks, I say to you that for $10 this ain't a bad deal. You get to try 5 new products and get a cute bag to boot! So far, I don't have any qualms with Ipsy and can't wait for next month's bag!!

Ipsy Link  <--- I've put my link right here in case you are interested in checking this out for yourself. I personally think it's a great deal for $10 BUT that is completely my opinion and if you don't want to use my link, that's okay too! If you are interested and would like to try them out, I'd be super stoked if you did use my Link. If you do decide to, come back and tell me how you like your first bag!!

Ipsy Bag - July - Preview

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I don't know if anyone else gets excited when they see this pretty pink bag in the mail but I do. The guy from the mailroom came down the hall with that bright pink packet and I almost squealed out loud. I wasn't sure what was in it but I knew I'd love it!

This month we got a bright pink bag inside our bright pink packet (it's a good thing I like pink). I haven't read up on it but it's cute. It smells funny but I'm sure the smell will dissipate after a while.

I got a Be Fine Food Skin Care Daily Moisturizer with SPF. I'm excited about that because I've been trying to find a good moisturizer.

The bag also came with a bare minerals 5 in 1 BB Advanced Performance Cream Eyeshadow. I'll reserve my judgment and won't give anything away (but I think I'm gonna love it!).

There was a Pixi Tinted Brilliance Balm. I love lip balms so I'm all about it!

I got a Whet nail polish in a color that's....well, just wait for the reviews.

And they included a Hang Ten Dark Tanning Oil. You think you know, but you don't!

So I can't wait to try these goodies. I opened the bag at work Thursday and wanted to try everything right away! But, I restrained myself.

This weekend I will try EVERYTHING!!

Stay tuned!

Ipsy Bag Review - June - Marc Anthony Dream Waves Beach Spray

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I am so excited to have my very first guest blogger!! If you remember, I mentioned that 1 of the items in my Ipsy bag wasn't exactly for folks of color. One spritz of The Marc Anthony Dream Waves Spray and my hair would have been in an afro, which is fine if that was the look you were going for.

But my good friend, (let's call her Mel B, shall we?) volunteered to try it out for me and here are her results....

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Marc Anthony Dream Waves Beach Spray

I used to have kinky curly hair.  The kind that you could pull down and it would spring back up.  That is not the case today.  As I’ve gotten older, my hair has changed textures a bit (thanks hormones!).  Now it is now more curly-wavy, less springy-curly.

My friends who writes the Make It Up As You Go blog asked me to test Marc Anthony Dream Waves Beach Spray.  And it was perfect timing as I just cut my hair and have been trying every product in the hopes that my curly hair will some how spring back.

I was pretty excited when my friend gave me this bottle.  I had already tried one sea salt beach spray that didn’t work at all.  I was now onto the next victim (Not Your Mother’s Texturizing Sea Salt Spray) when the little bottle appeared on my desk.  Now I had two to compare side-by-side.  Perfect. 

My routine is pretty easy…I am not one to spend a lot of time on my hair because it is what it is, and it’s not going to change much.  When I wear it curly, I spray product on, flip my head upside down, and diffuse it until it’s dry.  

When I first smelled the Dream Waves Beach Spray out of the bottle, I liked it.  It was very subtle.  When I sprayed it on my hair initially, I did not.  It has a lemony, grassy scent.  I guess you could say there’s a hint of “beach” smell, but not much.  At first, I hated how it smelled on my hair, but gave it an hour and it got better.   When I diffused my hair on the first try, it was mega wavy (Love!), then as it normally does, it settled down a bit.  The other days I’ve used the spray, it sometimes is as curly, and sometimes not as that first day.  But, it definitely achieves the “beach wave” look.  One thing I like about this spray is that it doesn’t leave your hair grimy, dry, or sticky like some other sea salt sprays can.  My hair is still soft and I can run my fingers through it to tousle it without any problems or residue on my hands. 

I’ve been trying it for about two weeks now and generally like it.  I’m not sure if there’s much of a difference between this one and Not Your Mother’s, but I would recommend it (and Not Your Mother’s) to a friend until I find something better.  I honestly think it just depends on how my hair wants to act that day.   I just have to hope that if I’m ever pregnant with raging hormones, the springy curls come back.  Until then, beach waves it is!

Ipsy Bag - June - Review

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It's time for my June Ipsy bag review. I'll try to review it a bit faster next month but I got it late and wanted to really try things before telling you what I thought. You know I can be a bit harsh sometimes! I wanted to give things a fair shake.

There are 2 things I didn't get a chance to give a fair shake (Great job! There are only 5 things in the bag woman!!). The Be A Bombshell mascara and the Marc Anthony Dream Waves Beach Spray. I don't wear mascara anymore and after taking a sniff, decided I didn't really want to share this with a friend. It kinda stinks. But, maybe you don't think so. Let me know if you want me to mail it off to you and I will. The Marc Anthony Dream Waves Beach Spray went to a friend at work and she is really trying it out for you guys. She should have a full review soon (first guess blogger!).

On with the show. I gave the eyebrow pencil by OFRA a really good try and you know what? I'm in love. It is about the right shade for me, it goes on smoothly and with a bit of eyebrow gel, stays in place (I use the gel because I tend to touch my eyebrows when I put my glasses on and take them off so the gel helps keep the color on my brows and off my hands). I went onto the website and saw the price. It's $13. And, it only comes in 1 shade. That being said, with your Ipsy 30% off discount plus shipping, it's about $14.05. That's not any worse that's anything else you've purchased. And, if it's your perfect shade, that does make it worth it. I personally am thinking about it. Other eyebrow pencils that I have come close but not as close as this one.

I did use the Realtree for her eau de parfum. It was a tiny bit too strong for me. I like soft scents or sweet scents. This was just...strong. Not my fave. On the website this parfum is $19.99. I tried to use the Ipsy code on their website (to see if it works) and it didn't. Maybe I waited too late in the month. Anywho, after flat rate shipping it's $26.98 for 3.4oz. That's not a bad price but I didn't like it, so I wouldn't purchase it no matter what.

I told you that one of these products got a squeal out of me. I saw it and was very happy, even though I already owned the product! The NYX butter gloss in crème brulee make me smile. Have you smelled a NYX butter gloss? I mean let's just start with that! It's a sweet, vanilla sugar smell that I love. And this color is beautiful. It's a soft warm pink color that is great on top of a brown or pink lipstick or, I just use it alone. And this one became my backup because I go through butter glosses like no one's business. I have 3 in my purse right now, so YES -- I will purchase this item!! I tried to use the Ipsy code on the website but it didn't take. That's fine though because I get my NYX BOGO 1/2 off at CVS or Ulta so no worries there.

Which brings me to a little question. Has anyone had luck using the Ipsy discount? In this case, the one item I would purchase, I'd get cheaper somewhere else. But, I know if you earn enough Ipsy points you can purchase things that way. So, what would I'd do? I'd review the items and earn points and when you have enough, treat yourself to a little something.

Do I plan on continuing my Ipsy bag? Yeah, for now. I got to try a few products that I ended up liking. The bag was $10 and to come out a winner with the NYX butter gloss and the OFRA eyebrow pencil, it was worth it to me.

Do you get the Ipsy bag? Do you like it? What do you really like about it and what could they do better in your opinion?

Ipsy Link  <--- I've put my link right here in case you are interested in checking this out for yourself. I personally think it's a great deal for $10 BUT that is completely my opinion and if you don't want to use my link, that's okay too! If you are interested and would like to try them out, I'd be super stoked if you did use my Link. If you do decide to, come back and tell me how you like your first bag!!

Ipsy Bag - June - Preview

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Guess what I got in the mail! Yep, my Ipsy bag. I was excited because I had been on the waiting list for my bag for 2 months before I realized that I could get off of it myself. Yep, I decided to read. It's fundamental folks.

So I did get my bag last Friday and I was super excited to see what was inside. Well, first I have to talk about the makeup bag. It's a nice quality bag but the design was a bit much for me. I see it as a bag for someone's holiday gift or something. Just because I'm not fond of the design doesn't mean someone else won't like it.

Quick overview of what's inside -- There's an eyebrow pencil by OFRA. I'm super excited to try it. It looks to be about the right shade for me. There's a Be A Bombshell mascara. I will probably give that to my mom. I don't wear much eye makeup these days and I don't want to waste it for the 2 days a month that I do wear mascara. There's a Marc Anthony Dream Waves Beach Spray which will go to a friend at work. Brown girls' hair doesn't like sea salt spray so.... I got a NYX butter gloss in crème brulee. NYX butter glosses are always a good thing. And, there's a Realtree for her eau de parfum spray that I've already squirted on. You have to wait until the review for what I thought.

I'm gonna cheat and tell you that one of these things got a squeal out of me. It really did. I won't tell you which (well, you know it wasn't the beach spray) but when it's review time, you will squeal as much as I did.

So at first glance, I say $10 well spent. I haven't researched any of the products yet, so I don't know the prices but I bet I'll get $10 out of this one.

Stay tuned....

Ipsy Link  <--- I've put my link right here in case you are interested in checking this out for yourself. I personally think it's a great deal for $10 BUT that is completely my opinion and if you don't want to use my link, that's okay too! If you are interested and would like to try them out, I'd be super stoked if you did use my Link. If you do decide to use it, come back and tell me how you like your first bag!!