I don't consider myself a makeup guru, but neither am I a novice. Long ago, in my tech theatre days, I learned how to contour a face for the stage and create different effects with makeup. Even longer ago I learned makeup for stage and photo modeling. I like makeup and I like to feel pretty.
Recently I subscribed to the Sephora Play! makeup sample bag out of curiosity. I've been subscribed to the Ipsy Glam Bag since September of 2016 and have been pleased with all the samples, even going so far as to purchase more of some items to add to my collection. The Sephora Play! bags are within a dollar of the price Ipsy charges and include items that can be purchased in-store as well as additional rewards points and free tutorial appointments that can be used in-store.
I have seen reviews of Ipsy vs. Birchbox but not Ipsy vs. Sephora Play!. I am sure I'm not the only one to review the contents of both bags monthly, but I thought that at least if nobody else reads this, well, at least I've got a record of the items I liked from each bag. I am going to rate items out of five hearts, five being that I loved it so much I'd buy it, and none being I tossed it after one use.
So, here goes. First up is the Sephora Play! bag.
GlamGlow: Glowstarter Mega Illuminating Moisturizer - 💛💛💛 I like the pretty shimmer of this moisturizer, but for my extremely dry skin I found that I needed something that packed more of a punch.
Benefit Cosmetics Watt's Up! Cream-to-Powder Highlighter - 💛💛💛💛I really like this one. It's a perfect little convenient stick of shimmery highlighter that adds just the right brightness to my face.
Josie Maran Surreal Skin Argan Finishing Balm - 💛💛💛💛💛 Can be used as a makeup primer or as a finishing touch product. I like it best as an eye shadow primer; my eye shadow has really stuck the last few days using this (better than my Urban Decay Primer Potion - whoa!). It's light and dries fast, but still binds makeup to my face and makes it more smudge-proof.
Bobbi Brown Long Wear Cream Shadow Stick - 💛💛💛💛 This came in golden pink, which is a really pretty champagne color with warm pink. It claims to be waterproof but did not stand up to my constantly-watering right eye recently. However, it is easy to apply and smudge in to blend with your other makeup.
Living Proof - Full Dry Volume Blast - 💛💛 I wasn't sure about how and when to use this one at first. It's intended to be used as an oil-controlling volume booster on the roots of the hair. After I did use it, I found it to be too light a product for my very long hair. Not a big fan. Definitely wouldn't go buy this one.
Chloé Fleur de Parfum - 💛💛💛 - Meh. Take it or leave it. not super impressed. It's a little more powdery-smelling than I generally prefer. I like floral scents best.
Up next: Ipsy Glam Bag, March 2017
Marc Anthony Deep Repair Aloe Vera and Jasmine Oil Deep Repairing Conditioning Treatment - 💛💛💛 This one was okay. I liked the smell but it didn't really deep condition my hair. I left it on for the full 7 minutes and rinsed, but my hair didn't feel any softer or healthier when it dried. I wouldn't waste my money on this one.
Air Repair Skincare Complexion Boosting Moisturizer - 💛💛💛💛💛 I bought the full size of this one online after only two uses. It is heavy enough to take care of my very dry skin but doesn't feel greasy. It soaks in really well and leaves my skin soft and dewy. Love love love this product.
mPrincess Pressed Eyeshadow in Chestnut - 💛💛💛💛 - Color is really nice and shimmery. The only thing I don't like is that I really have to scrub to get the shadow on my brushes.
Beau Gâchis Tapered Blending Brush - 💛💛💛 - Bristles on this one are not as soft as I'd like. I have very sensitive eyes, so this one probably won't be added to my daily routine.
tarte cosmetics tarteist quick dry matte lip paint in rosé - 💛💛💛💛💛 Love it! The shade was not my favorite but I love how this applies smoothly and dries rapidly. When I went to reapply, it didn't look flaky or cakey. I'd definitely buy this one (in a different shade).
Recently I subscribed to the Sephora Play! makeup sample bag out of curiosity. I've been subscribed to the Ipsy Glam Bag since September of 2016 and have been pleased with all the samples, even going so far as to purchase more of some items to add to my collection. The Sephora Play! bags are within a dollar of the price Ipsy charges and include items that can be purchased in-store as well as additional rewards points and free tutorial appointments that can be used in-store.
I have seen reviews of Ipsy vs. Birchbox but not Ipsy vs. Sephora Play!. I am sure I'm not the only one to review the contents of both bags monthly, but I thought that at least if nobody else reads this, well, at least I've got a record of the items I liked from each bag. I am going to rate items out of five hearts, five being that I loved it so much I'd buy it, and none being I tossed it after one use.
So, here goes. First up is the Sephora Play! bag.
Benefit Cosmetics Watt's Up! Cream-to-Powder Highlighter - 💛💛💛💛I really like this one. It's a perfect little convenient stick of shimmery highlighter that adds just the right brightness to my face.
Josie Maran Surreal Skin Argan Finishing Balm - 💛💛💛💛💛 Can be used as a makeup primer or as a finishing touch product. I like it best as an eye shadow primer; my eye shadow has really stuck the last few days using this (better than my Urban Decay Primer Potion - whoa!). It's light and dries fast, but still binds makeup to my face and makes it more smudge-proof.
Bobbi Brown Long Wear Cream Shadow Stick - 💛💛💛💛 This came in golden pink, which is a really pretty champagne color with warm pink. It claims to be waterproof but did not stand up to my constantly-watering right eye recently. However, it is easy to apply and smudge in to blend with your other makeup.
Living Proof - Full Dry Volume Blast - 💛💛 I wasn't sure about how and when to use this one at first. It's intended to be used as an oil-controlling volume booster on the roots of the hair. After I did use it, I found it to be too light a product for my very long hair. Not a big fan. Definitely wouldn't go buy this one.
Chloé Fleur de Parfum - 💛💛💛 - Meh. Take it or leave it. not super impressed. It's a little more powdery-smelling than I generally prefer. I like floral scents best.
Up next: Ipsy Glam Bag, March 2017
Air Repair Skincare Complexion Boosting Moisturizer - 💛💛💛💛💛 I bought the full size of this one online after only two uses. It is heavy enough to take care of my very dry skin but doesn't feel greasy. It soaks in really well and leaves my skin soft and dewy. Love love love this product.
mPrincess Pressed Eyeshadow in Chestnut - 💛💛💛💛 - Color is really nice and shimmery. The only thing I don't like is that I really have to scrub to get the shadow on my brushes.
Beau Gâchis Tapered Blending Brush - 💛💛💛 - Bristles on this one are not as soft as I'd like. I have very sensitive eyes, so this one probably won't be added to my daily routine.
tarte cosmetics tarteist quick dry matte lip paint in rosé - 💛💛💛💛💛 Love it! The shade was not my favorite but I love how this applies smoothly and dries rapidly. When I went to reapply, it didn't look flaky or cakey. I'd definitely buy this one (in a different shade).
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