Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Ipsy Glam Bag July 2014 First Impression Value and Swatches!
Ipsy Glam Bag July 2014 First Impression Value and Swatches!
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I received my July Ipsy Glam Bag! The theme this month is Sensationally Sunkissed! Lets review the items and the value!
The color of this bag is very cute, but the overall style and feel isnt my jam. The inside is felt which, to me, isnt great for cleaning. Oh well!
It was a very cyclical bag! The variety was great, a little skin care, a little beauty. All in all, great range. Lets get into the actual product.
What: Hang Ten Dark Tanning Oil with Natural Sunscreen SPF 08 (Sample, 1 fl oz)
Value: $1.50
Verdict: I liked the feeling of this. It left you slightly tacky - not exactly slimy or sticky, just slightly tacky, which I think is great for a natural oil. I used a dry oil at my Moms house on the fourth of July and I REALLY liked it, but it definitely wasnt all natural. I cannot wait to give this stuff a try!
What: Nailtini Straight Up Color in Mango Rita (Full Size, .05oz)
Value: $13.00
Verdict: This is such a pretty color! I love it! It claims to be opaque in two coats and it is. My nails are painted at the moment but Bryan let me swatch it on his nail (what a guy!) and its beautiful. Im refreshing my mani this weekend and will be using this color. I love it!
What: Elizabeth Mott Tints & Sass Lip + Cheek Stain in Cherry (Full Size, .35oz)
Value: $22.99
Verdict: I dont know why but I was not expecting this to come out so..... jelly-ish? Not jelly. But... Watery but with a glossy finish? Its so strange. But the color is really pretty. Im not sure I would pick cherry to put on my cheeks, but it blends out fairly well and maybe it would be a good base to ensure a powder blush stays all day. Its definitely a pretty color on the lips, although again the consistency throws me off. It is slightly sticky and my lips have been a bit chapped from being sick and it kind of burned when I put it on, which hasnt been the case with other lip glosses Ive used on aggravated lips. It says a bit tacky on the cheeks as well, which I dont necessarily like, it can make powder a tad clumpy. Im going to keep playing around with this and see. I expect much more for the price, for sure.
What: Clear Clinic Laboratories Vanished Clear Spot Treatment (Sample, 2mL)
Value: $9.32
Verdict: I am stressed TO THE MAX. So, I have the spots...you know? And Ive used this and while it didnt make them go away, it sped up the process of the spot. Spots that were under the skin and didnt have a head all of a sudden did. Im going to keep using it and see what happens but color me intrigued.
Lets not forget this little guy!
What: BareMinerals 5n1 BB Cream Eyeshadow in Divine Wine (Sample, .03oz)
Value: $5.40
Verdict: I swatched this and I liked the consistency. I let it set, rubbed it and it stayed put. I let it on my hand and there was minimal fade over time. I havent worn it on my eyes yet because Ive been sick and I tend not to do my make-up when Im ill. I cant speak for the anti-aging or brightening claims but I will say that this color isnt something I would wear on a normal basis, but will be a good base for other looks. I would definitely consider this to be great for a one shadow make-up look...if it was in a more wearable color!
Below is a swatch of the BareMinerals eyeshadow and the Elizabeth Mott lip and cheek stain. The stain had two swipes then was blended out.
Paid: $10
Overall Value: $52.21
Overall, this was a great bag! Im happy with the items and I think Ipsy did a great job!
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