October 2013: Birchbox & Ipsy

Hi Beauties! Well, its that time of month again; its time for... Battle Of The Boxes... Ipsy and Birchbox! Remember, the unboxing video is at the end of this blog.

The theme for Birchbox is "Beauty Buzz".

The theme for Ipsy Glam Bag is "The Art of Beauty".

(Note: I really wish Ipsy that they would have sent in a card with all the information/pricing on it like Birchbox does and Influenster). 

Birchbox -- Beauty Buzz

So, In this month's box I received 6 products and I really do enjoy them.

Joie -- Folle de Joie

Full Size: $98.00 Sample Size: $1.99

I give this product 4 out of 5 stars.

What -- A captivating scent with a modern blend of mandarin, rose and sandalwood.

How --Spritz onto pulse points like the wrists and neck.

Liz Earle -- Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser

Full Size: $21.50 Sample Size: $4.75

I get this product 4 out of 5 stars.

What --UK favorite that uses a two-step ritual to purify and exfoliate. A Birchbox exclusive!

How -- Massage into skin. With muslin cloth, wipe off gently in small circles, from the center out.

Liz Earle -- Pure Muslin Cloth

Full Size: $6.00 for 2 Cloths Sample Size: $3.00

I get this product 4 out of 5 stars.

What --Ditch your harsh exfoliator and use this pure muslin cloth, which gently polishes skin.

How -- Rinse with warm water and wipe off cleanser. Hang to dry. 

Miss Jessie's Original -- Pillow Soft Curls

Full Size: $22.00 Sample Size: $2.99

I give this product 3 out of 5 stars.

What -- This bestselling styling lotion leaves strands frizz-free and feather-light.

How --Apply a generous amount of product to damp hair, working from your roots to ends.

POP Beauty -- Aqua Lacquer in Floating Rose

Full Size: $14.00 Sample Size: $4.89

I give this product 5 out of 5 stars.

What -- A British makeup pro created this sheer gloss, which plumps and hydrates with jojoba oil.

How -- The cute paddle-style applicator makes for precise lines.

Lifestyle Extra -- ChapStick -- Hydration Lock 

Full Size: $5.98 Sample Size: $3.00

I give this product 5 out of 5 stars.

What --N/A

How --N/A

Full Size Total: $167.48

Sample Size Total: $20.62

Ipsy Glam Bag -- The Art of Beauty 

I received 5 products and I really do enjoy them.

Ipsy Bag

I give this month's bag 5 out of 5 stars.

Zoya Nail Polish in Giovanna

Full Size: $8.00 Sample Size: $2.79

I give this product 5 out of 5 stars. 

Part of the Fall 2013 CASHMERES & SATINS Collection, these shades are created to work together with this season's most stylish runway designs and luxurious fabric blends. These ultra long-wearing, glossy nail lacquers by Zoya are BIG5FREE - free of toluene, camphor, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin and dibutyl phthalate (DBP). Ipsy subscribers will receive Neve, Giovanna, or Mason.

 

Bella Terra Mineral Cosmetics -- Mineral Shimmer #NSH35 Navy

Full Size: $14.99 Sample Size: $9.99

I get this product 4 out of 5 stars.

It's easy to create a variety of looks with Bella Terra Mineral Cosmetics Mineral Shimmers! As an 8-in-1 product, the Mineral Shimmers are a creamy eye shadow, matte eyeshadow, eyeliner, lip color, nail polish, mascara, body glitter, and hair color for fun hair streaks! Available for purchase in 60 luminous and luxurious shades. Ipsy subscribers who will receive this product will receive Emotion or Navy.

Coastal Scents Medium Eyeshadow Brush

Full Size: $2.49 Sample Size: $1.25

I give this product 4 out of 5 stars.

The Coastal Scents Shadow Brush is a medium sized brush made out of natural fibers that is wide in shape and condensed to allow an even distribution of eyeshadow on the lid. This professional cosmetic brush can be used for shading the crease and highlighting the brow bone with complete precision.

Ole Henriksen truth crème™ advanced hydration

Full Size: $45.00  Sample Size: $8.99

I give this product 4 out of 5 stars.

The Ole Henriksen truth crème™ advanced hydration is a light-textured luxurious crème that glides onto skin and absorbs quickly to leave you with a beautiful, radiant glow. Contains vitamin C, which calms, heals, brightens, and boosts collagen. Also delivers powderful antiaging benefits, promotes cell turnover, events skintone, and helps eliminate the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. For optimal antiaging benefits, use with Ole Henriksen truth serum™ collagen booster.

Sexy Hair Spray Clay Texturizing Spray Clay

Full Size: $18.95 Sample Size: $8.00

I give this product 4 out of 5 stars.

The Sexy Hair Spray Clay Texturizing Spray Clay creates and allover textured look with a matte finish. This spray allows for a fine and even product distrbution and is great for all hair types. To use: Spray into hair for pliable hold and texture to finish desired style.

Full Size Total: $89.43

Sample Size Total: $31.02

Where Did I Get All This Pricing Information At:

http://www.ebay.com/

http://www.amazon.com/ref=gno_logo

Join me on Ipsy!
http://www.ipsy.com/?refer=u-h7p1te9z5bj266o

Join me on Birchbox!
http://birch.ly/14c6BHc



October 2013: Birchbox & Ipsy!