Thursday, August 29, 2013

August 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 "Finishing School".
The theme for Ipsy Glam Bag is "Glamour Academy".

(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 and Ipsy have sent me on August 13th, 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 -- Finishing School
So, In this month's box I received 5 products and I really do enjoy them.

Coastal Scents -- Eyeshadow
Full Size: $34.00-$39.00 Sample Size: $3.06
I give this product 4 out of 5 stars.
What -- Four complementary shades that can be worn alone or layered for a smoky look.
How -- Use the light shade as a highlighter.

Jasmine Seven -- Fresh Feet Wipes
Full Size: $9.95-$25.95 Sample Size: $4.95
I get this product 4 out of 5 stars.
What -- Alcohol free towelettes that cleanse and soften with vitamin E, peppermint and aloe.
How -- Refresh feet after running around town or in between shoe changes. Great for hands too! 

Juice Beauty -- Oil Free Moisturizer
Full Size: $28.00 Sample Size: $4.95
I give this product 4 out of 5 stars.
What -- Oil free lotion hydrates oily and blemish prone skin with natural antioxidants and hyaluronic acid.
How -- Morning and night, apply a thin layer to clean face, neck and décolleté.

ModelCo -- Party Proof Lipstick in Red Velvet
Full Size: 3 for $24.00 Sample Size: $8.00
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars.
What -- A semi-matte lipstick that delivers both hydration and lasting pigment.
How -- One coat will do, but feel free to layer it on for extra richness. 

Beauty Extra -- Miss Jessie's Original -- Super Slip Sudsy Shampoo
Full Size: $14.00 Sample Size: $2.00
I give this product 4 out of 5 stars.
What -- Ideal for all hair types, this plush formula conquers tangles, dryness and frizz.
How -- Massage a small amount (a little goes a long way) into damp hair. Rinse thoroughly.

Total: $ 22.96


Ipsy Glam Bag -- Glamour Academy
I received 5 products and I really do enjoy them.

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

Urban Decay -- Revolution Lipstick in Anarchy
Full Size: $22.00 Sample Size: $0.99
I give this product 3.9 out of 5 stars. 
Why It’s Badass: Revolution Lipstick delivers the pigment-rich Urban Decay color you crave–in insanely gorgeous shades that look amazing on ANY skin tone.
Creamy: Delivers insane color payoff plus creamy shine.
Long-Lasting: Our Pigment Infusion System gives the formula its super creamy texture, insane pigmentation, superior color dispersion and extended wear. 
Hydrating: Maxi-Lip defines and hydrates lips while making them look plumper and fuller.
Nourishing: A nourishing blend of jojoba oil, avocado oil, cocoa butter and Shea butter keeps lips super moisturized and cushiony soft.
22 Shades: Our shade range includes everything from gorgeous nudes to bold brights.
 
Pix! -- Lash Booster Mascara
Full Size: $17.00 Sample Size: $1.99
I get this product 4 out of 5 stars.
What it is formulated to do:
This unique mascara truly boosts your lashes, giving them a "push-up" effect that lasts all day. The dense, rich formula ensures that lashes are coated with maximum pigment, for long-lasting full color. The cone-shaped brush coats each lash evenly for the ultimate smudge-free, waterproof lash & eye definition. Available in intense eye-opening shades, including the revolutionary "blackest blue" that awakens the eyes and makes the whites of the eyes appear whiter.
Beneficial ingredients and what they do:
-Vitamin E nourishes skin Carnauba wax is naturally emollient
-Microcrystalline wax nourishes & ensures easy application
-Simethicone provides a smooth glide

Mica Beauty Cosmetics -- Shimmer Powder in Bronze
Full Size: $14.95 Sample Size: $2.99
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars.
MicaBeauty Mineral Eye Shadows’ glamorous shimmers will give you the look you always wanted. MicaBeauty Mineral Makeup is extremely gentle, free of preservatives, chemicals, dyes, talc, oils, and other fillers. With this unique formula, your Eye Shadows will look ultra-smooth and stay put for hours without creasing or pulling the delicate eye area.

Michael Todd True Organics -- Jojoba Charcoal Facial Scrub
Full Size: $18.00 for 6 Sample Size: $8.99
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars.
Unique facial scrub formulated with Jojoba Wax Beads and Activated Charcoal to effectively remove dead skin, impurities and toxins. Jojoba Wax Beads provide gentle exfoliation without leaving microlacerations on delicate skin. Highly absorbent Activated Charcoal penetrates deeply into pores to draw out impurities and toxins. Refines texture and encourages skin renewal, leaving skin smooth and refreshed. All skin types. Gentle enough for sensitive and acne prone skin types. Unique facial scrub formulated using the powers of Jojoba Wax Beads and Activated Charcoal to effectively remove dead skin, impurities and toxins. Gentle enough for sensitive and acne prone skin types. Jojoba Wax Beads provide gentle exfoliation without leaving microlacerations on delicate skin. Highly absorbent Activated Charcoal penetrates deeply into pores to draw out impurities and toxins. Refines texture and encourages skin renewal, leaving skin smooth and refreshed.

Chella -- Dazzling Dark Brown Eyebrow Color (Chella: Hello Beautiful Eyes)
Full Size: $18.00 Sample Size:$18.00
I give this product 5 out of 5 stars.
The fine tip on this sleek European-designed mechanical pencil has a creamy consistency that glides into place and can also be lightly smudged for a more natural look (use the brush/comb attachment on Chella’s Razor, sold separately, to achieve this effect). Eyebrow Pencils are also available in our Brow Color Kits, along with our Eyebrow Defining Gel, Lace Highlighter and Dual Size Pencil Sharpener.

Total: $32.96

Where Did I Get All This Pricing Information At:

August 2013: Birchbox & Ipsy!

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