Wednesday, July 31, 2013

July 2013 Ipsy & Birchbox

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 Ipsy Glam Bag is "Beach Beauty".
The theme for Birchbox is "Power Play".


(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). I've been trying out these products that Birchbox have sent me on July 16th & 17th, 2013 over the past few weeks and here are my thoughts on what I've thought about some of the products that they have sent to me.


Birchbox -- Power Play
So, In this month's box I received 5 products and I really do enjoy them.

100% Pure -- Nourishing Body Cream

Full Size: $15.00 Sample Size: $0.37
I give this product 4 out of 5 stars. What -- Think green juice: This organic formula is full of anti-aging ingredients and concentrated moisture. How -- Massage a generous amount into skin, focusing on dry spots. 

Benefit Cosmetics -- Girl Meets Pearl
Full Size: $30.00 Sample Size: $18.75
I get this product 4 out of 5 stars. What -- This easy to apply highlighter gives skin a radiant finish. How -- Pat and blend into cheekbones, forehead or cupid's bow. Add to moisturizer for a pretty glow.

Number 4 -- Super Comb & Protect
Full Size: $85.00 Sample Size: $2.25
I give this product 4 out of 5 stars. What -- A sulfate free leave in conditioner that safeguards color and protects against UV rays. How -- Mist evenly onto damp hair before styling. 

Suits Pick -- Benta Berry -- G-1 Moisturizing Face Cream
Full Size: $22.00 Sample Size: $3.52
I give this product 4 out of 5 stars.What -- A French best seller, this cere3am both hydrates and purifies, thanks to blueberry and de3ad nettle. How -- Morning and night, massage into face after cleansing .

Beauty Extra -- Birchbox -- Bobby Pins
Full Size: $36.00 Sample Size: $1.94
I give this product 4 out of 5 stars. What -- We designed these patterned pins to add style to summer hair with minimal effort. How -- Jazz up simple ponytails or use to secure errant bangs or layers.


Ipsy Glam Bag -- On The Wild Side
I received 6 products and I really do enjoy them. Plus I received a Bauble Bar Bracelet that cost $30.00. 

Ipsy Bag
I give this month's bag 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Coola Organic Sun Care Collection -- Mineral Face SPF 20 Unscented Moisturizer 
Full Size: $36.00 Sample Size: $4.87
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars. Keep the sun and environment at bay with this SPF 20 broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen; a clear, Titanium Dioxide based formula (for those who are Zinc sensitive) made with 98% natural ingredients. Organic Acai Oil - high in Omegas-3/6/9, Vitamins B1/2/3, plus antioxidant Vitamins C and E - delivers a powerful defense against aging. Organic Sunflower Seed Extract promotes elasticity while organic Linseed Oil, containing Alpha-Linolenic Acids, reduces redness and irritation. The phyto-protector Plankton Extract rejuvenates, as organic Cucumber Extract calms skin.  This sunscreen is hypoallergenic, paraben-free, ultra sheer, anti-aging, and water resistant for 40 minutes.

Demeter Fragrance Library -- Salt Air Perfume Oil Roll On
Full Size: $25.00 Sample Size: $6.00 to $10.00
I get this product 5 out of 5 stars. I love this fragrance so much, they need to send me more perfume in my bag more often! Demeter Fragrance Library’s Perfume Oils come in over 250 scents. Their perfume oils provide a long lasting fragrance alternative while pampering your skin.

The Benefits:
• 97% Natural Ingredients
• Non-Alcohol
• Fractionated Coconut and Palm Kernel Oil, Jojoba Oil, Vitamin E
• Pampers and softens skin
• Easy-to-use roll-on applicator.

Provides a great, long-lasting scent on the run, at a great price! Apply to pulse points, wrists, and neck. Use as needed to refresh fragrance. Or, mix, match and layer them directly on the skin to create your own personal fragrance experience.

BH Cosmetics -- California Collection Eyeshadow
Full Size: $5.85 Sample Size: $7.00
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars. I love the color's in this palette so much! This BH Cosmetics makeup palette includes a shade from each of the California Collection palettes: Hollywood, San Francisco, and Malibu.

The San Francisco palette was inspired by the classic California city and style of San Francisco! This new magnetic paper palette brings together a beautiful mix of coppery golds and skyline blues reminiscent of the bridges and bay breeze. With 16 eyeshadows and 4 blushes, the San Francisco palette will transform you into a sophisticated bay-area girl, every time.

The Hollywood palette has you covered with red-carpet reds to limelight greens that are sure to take your look from ordinary to extraordinary! This makeup palette includes 16 eyeshadows and 4 blushes and comes in a compact magnetic paper palette.

Be a beach babe year-round with the Malibu makeup palette. Get that sun-kissed glow with 16 warm and cool-toned eyeshadows and 4 blushes, inspired by the hot summers on the Malibu coast. Select from deep blue and aqua to sandy browns and sunset oranges.  The full size magnetic palettes come with a fold able mirror, making it perfect for when you are on the go!


Pop Beauty Shakeup Your Makeup -- Pouty Pop Crayon in Fuchsia Flirt
Full Size: $25.00 for 6 Sample Size: $4.17
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars. Love the color! POP's Pouty Pop Crayon nourishes, treats, and adds that perfectly-plumped pop to lips. These extra-nourishing balms gently bounce onto lips creating a plumped & pillowy pout leaving them with luscious, long-lasting color with a super-smooth texture. Available in six shades.  Following shades available in the ipsy Glam Bag: Rose Romance, Coral Crush, and Fuchsia Flirt.

Sexy Hair -- Weather Proof Humidity Resistant Spray
Full Size: $18.95 Sample Size:$6.99
I give  this product 4 out of 5 stars. A high-performance humidity resistant spray that combats frizz by providing a protective barrier against moisture. Weather Proof promises to leave your hairstyles intact, removing any chance of humidity attacking mis-haps.

239- July 2013: Ipsy & Birchbox


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