Saturday, June 22, 2013

Target Beauty Box Unboxing!

Target Beauty Box Unboxing!

This is the first Beauty Box that Target has put out. It was $5 and came with a ton of goodies so read on to see everything that I got! And YES I will purchase another one :)

The first item I pulled out was a FULL SIZED Venus & Olay Razor! This is in the scent sugar berry and well worth over $5 so I have already gotten my moneys worth. 
Retail value: $8.99

The next full sized item was the Sally Hansen Salon Effects nail strips in the Girraffe print. I havent used these ones yet but I have used other ones and really enjoy them.
Retail value: $7.59-$9.99
Nail Strips


Next I pulled out a small sample of the L'Oreal Studio Secrets Magic Liquid BB cream in the light shade. This worked good for me but I would have rather had a sample that i wouldn't be able to get for free in say a magazine or a store.
Retail value when bought in store: $7.99

Next was the Fekkai Glossing cream. This is a great sample size and would be perfect for travel. I have tried samples of this before and really enjoy it!
Retail value of Glossing Kit: $26.09

The final item I received in my box was a sample of Effaclear Duo Spot Treatment. This is a reasonable sized foil packet. My sister used it and loved it and says it worked great
Retail value of kit: $29.95

Overall I am really excited for this box. I received great sample of things that I have tried but love! I will definitely be ordering another one the next time they are offered. Especially for only $5!
Retail value of full sized items: About $20




Monday, June 17, 2013

June Ipsy Bag Opening!

June Ipsy Bag Opening!
Hey guys :) Check out my video of my opening of my Ipsy bag and read below for individual products and their value :)

The first product I received was the Starlooks Lips Pencil in the color Bare. This is full sized and retails for $12. I am not too excited about this color as I don't gravitate towards nudes but I might use it eventually. I must say it is extremely creamy.
Use code IPSY below for 35% off your order.

The next product I pulled out was a full sized NYX blush in the color Pecan. This is a shimmery bronze color that I want to use as an all over bronzer. I tried it to contour my cheeks but I feel that my face just looked dirty since I don't really know how to contour. This retails for $5.
Use code IPSY15 below for 15% off!

The next product I got was a full sized J. Cat cream pallet in the color Volta. I don't understand this product. First off it is not creamy AT ALL! It is harsh and chunky. This is supposed to be worn on the body not on the eyes but it is way too thick for the body! The only way I would use this is in nail polish.
This retails for $4.49.
Use code LOVEIPSY below for 25% off !

Next I got a sample sized Chella Lace Ivory Highlighter pencil. This seems too creamy to use as a highlighter and too dark so I am going to use it as an under eye concealer when I am down with my Yaby. This retails for $18.
Use code GLAMBAG for 20% off!

The last item I pulled out of my bag was a full sized pair of eyelashes and eyelash glue also from J. Cat. The style is EL47. These are really natural looking and the exact pair I would pick out if I was shopping for some. These retail for $3.99.
Use code LOVEISPY for 25% off below!


Overall I rate this bag a B. There was nothing that really got me excited and the only thing that I hated was the glitter. Ever thing is usable and I can't wait to try them out.
I received 4 out of 5 items that were full sized so I am very pleased with that.
Retail value of my full sized items approx: $25.48.



Saturday, June 15, 2013

June PopSugar Must Have Box Unboxing!

June PopSugar Must Have Box Unboxing
Hey guys! Above is my video of my June PopSugar Monthly Box Unboxing! I will break down each individual item I received and the prices and at the end show you my boxes worth! Enjoy!



The first item I got was the Gorjana and Griffin Zuma Scarf! It is a navy and white striped lightweight fashion scarf with a neon salmon border! It is soooo cute! It can also be used as a head scarf or a sarong. This retails for $62! So my box is already paid for!
You can get the scarf HERE:

The next item I pulled out was the Juice Beauty Stem Cell Repair Moisturizer and 2 CC Cream samples. The moisturizer is huge! It smells really yummy and fruity and moisturizes well. It has a pump top which is different. It is supposed to reduce fine lines and fight signs of aging so I might give it to my mom. The CC cream samples are in two shades so you can find or mix your perfect shade. The moisturizer retails for $65!
You can get the moisturizer HERE:
CC creams HERE:

Next I received the Hard Candy Fitness DVD-Addicted to Sweat 4. This is a chair workout DVD made by Madonna's personal trainer! It is supposed to tone your abs, butt and thighs so I can't wait to try it out! It also incorporates dance moves to keep it fun and exciting.
This retails for $19.95!
You can get the DVD HERE:

Next I pulled out Revenge Wears Prada: The Devil Returns By Lauren Weisberger! This is Hardback and big! I haven't read the first one but I am definitely going to be getting it on my Kindle before I read this one because I have heard the first one is really good! 
This retails for: $25.99!
You can purchase the book at book stores or HERE:

Next I got Project 7 Quench The Thirsty Wintergreen Mints! The packaging is so unique! It is in a tube with a cork. These mints help provide clean water to people around the world which is always great! 
These retail for about $1.79!
You can get a tray HERE:

The last thing I got was Popcorn, Indiana Fit Popcorn in the flavor Parmesan and Herb! It is a bag that is Biggest Loser Approved! It has zero trans fat and only 40 calories per serving! This was delicious and I want to try all the other flavors!
This bag retails for about $5.33!
You can get a case of them HERE:

Overall I LOVED this months box! My favorite thing was the scarf. This subscription is $35 a month and you are promised over $100 worth of items
My Boxes worth was about: $180.06!

Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Target Haul Reviews

Target Haul Reviews


Make sure to watch the video above for the opening of my Target Haul and read below for my reviews :)

The first item I received was the Cetaphil Oil Absorbing moisturizer. It is a day time moisturizer with SPF. I have been using it everyday since it is getting hotter and my face tends to get really oily in the summer. I have noticed since using this that my face doesn't get as oily and gives it a matte finish. The only thing I don't like about it is the smell is a little funky when putting it on but quickly disappears. 

Next is the Neutrogena Clear Pore Cleanser/Mask. I picked this up as I was looking for a mask that was oil absorbing that I could use to help soak up extra oil and also as a spot treatment. This can be used as a cleanser or mask. I exclusively use it as a mask and it works great! This along with the moisturizer has been leaving my skin less oily without over drying it. I also used it overnight as a spot treatment to shrink pimples that were popping up and this helped shrink them right away.

The next two items were impulse buys. The first was from Vaseline and it is the Healthy Hand and Nail lotion. It is supposed to make nails and cuticles stronger so I was down for that. I probably wouldn't repurchase this item as the moisture doesn't last that long. I feel my nails do feel a bit smoother but after about 15 minutes after putting this lotion on my hands feel dry again. I will stick to other hand lotions.

The last item I got was the Masque Bar by Look Beauty Brightening sheet mask. This comes with 3 masks and there are other varieties such as Anti Wrinkle and Anti Blemish. This sheet is a little confusing when putting it on. It looks like a moist towelette and it is hard to see where the holes are for the eyes mouth and nose. After laying it on I felt the tingles but can't see results right away. I am on the fence on whether I would repurchase but defiantly give these a try!

Sunday, June 2, 2013

Rimmel VoxBox Opening and Testing

"I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes."



Rimmel VoxBox Opening and First Impression


Hey guys! Check out my video of me opening my Rimmel VoxBox from Influenster and giving my first Impression.


The box I received from Influenster contained 3 $1.00 off coupons for Rimmel products and a full sized mascara. This is their new Rimmel London Lash Accelerator Endless Mascara that isn't even on shelves yet! This mascara is supposed to condition lashes, make them stronger, and appear longer and fuller in 30 days.

I was excited to try this out. When I first used it I noticed it gave me great length but not volume. My lashes need volume more than length. I then applied a second coat of this and it started to clump. The next couple of days I have been putting this on and then applying a second coat of Falsies for volume and it looks great!

This mascara does give great length so I would recommend it to someone with short thick lashes. If you are like me and have longer thinner lashes just layer this with a voluminous mascara and it will look like a natural false eyelash effect if that makes sense.