Ipsy Bag - August 2014

Ipsy is a monthly subscription service which ships to the US and Canada and includes 4-5 beauty products in a cute makeup bag. 

Cost

US $10.00

Canada $10.00 + 4.95 shipping

 What was in my August Ipsy bag? 

Absolute Lip Balm

What I love about this is that it is a full size product. It has a wonderful grape scent. It applies clear on the lips and leaves it feeling smooth and looking glossy. It also feels very moisturizing and does not leave your lips feeling sticky. One thing that I don't like about this product is that it contains tiny glitter.

Perversion Mascara  by Urban Decay 

This product by far was my favourite of the Ipsy bag. I absolutely love it and will be purchasing the full size product. This mascara made my lashes look more full and long in just one application. It also lasts throughout the day and does not smudge. I have no complaints about this mascara.

Coastal Scents Blush Duo

This blush sample is very pigmented. I like the shades of the blush; however, I find if you are of a darker skin tone the second shade appears to be more of an orange colour on the skin

Lord & Berry Eye Pencil 

I found this product to be just okay. There was not anything special about it. I did find that it easily smudged when I applied it to my waterline. It would probably be more suited for a smoky eye makeup look.

Dr. Brandt Pores No more Pore Refiner 

I did not like this product. I was excited to see a primer in my bag, however when I sampled it on my hand I found the smell awful and overpowering. I did find that it felt silky and smooth but I don't think I will be using this product in the future.

Overall I was pleased with my first Ipsy bag. I am excited to see the products I will receive in my September Bag!

- Uma

Sephora Collection Bronzed and Blushing Face Palette Review

Bronzer: Los Cabos

Center Blush: Blushing Pink

Right Blush: Coral Punch

Cost: $18 at Sephora

Bronzer: Los Cabos
Los Cabos was the stand out product for me in this palette and is now my favourite bronzers to use. 
I love that it is easy to blend and since it is a matte finish it looks very natural on the skin. This bronzer also lasts throughout the entire day which makes it easier for people who are on the go and don't have time to reapply their makeup.

Center Blush: Blushing Pink
I was a bit disappointed with this blush shade because in the pan it looks like a really nice pop of pink; however when applied to the skin it is not as pigmented as appears to be. This blush is a matte finish. I did notice when I tried to apply more product to make it visible it started to look chalky on my skin.

Right Blush: Coral Punch
Coral Punch is a much more pigmented blush compared to Blushing Pink. Coral Punch is also a matte blush. A little goes a long way so fair skin tones must use a light hand when applying this blush. Coral Punch is great for the summer as it adds a nice pop to the cheeks and it lasts throughout the whole day.


Overall, I do really like this palette although the Blushing Pink shade was not as pigmented as I wanted. It is great for people who are on-the-go as it is very travel friendly because of its sleek and compact packaging. I think that this palette is worth the money and will last for a long time because a little does go a long way.


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