As the year comes to an end and I’m thinking of dropping at least one of my subscriptions, let’s take a look at Birchbox and Sephora Play. Birchbox arrived first, and that’s something I like about it. I almost never have to wonder if I’m going to get my Birchbox. It’s old reliable. So… Continue reading Birchbox vs. Sephora Play October 2016
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Glossybox October 2016
I just received my second Glossybox! Last month, I got the gorgeous “Secret Garden” Glossybox illustrated by Antonio Soares. The October Glossybox came in their traditional box that features one of my favorite color combinations: blush pink and black. Inside, the products were wrapped in blush pink tissue paper tied with a black grosgrain ribbon.… Continue reading Glossybox October 2016
Beauty Box 5 Special Makeup Madness Box Fall 2016
I know I’m overwhelming you with boxes lately, but I’ve been in subscription box heaven. A while back, I got to try out a Beauty Box 5 box, and I really liked the assortment of beauty products. A couple of weeks ago, I saw a post on Facebook about special boxes that were available to… Continue reading Beauty Box 5 Special Makeup Madness Box Fall 2016
My First Glossybox: “Secret Garden” for September 2016
I’ve been curious about Glossybox for some time now, so I was thrilled when I got a chance to try out the September 2016 Glossybox. Because September is fashion month, Glossybox, in developing the theme for this month’s box, was inspired by how fashion and beauty come together. They chose Portugeuse illustrator, Antonio Soares, known for… Continue reading My First Glossybox: “Secret Garden” for September 2016
More September 2016 Subscriptions: Birchbox and Sephora Play!
All my subscriptions came on time or early this month. I already wrote about my terrific September ipsy bag. And to follow up on my missing product with points, ipsy said they couldn’t replace it but they were sending me something else. It hasn’t arrived yet, and my fingers are crossed that it isn’t a… Continue reading More September 2016 Subscriptions: Birchbox and Sephora Play!
Indigo Beaux: A New Luxury Beauty/Spa Subscription Box
Although I complain from time to time, I looooove subscription boxes. Who doesn’t love getting a gift in the mail once a month? And I don’t peek. I don’t like to know in advance what I’m getting. For me, the surprise is everything. I currently get three beauty subscription boxes. That’s a lot. And one… Continue reading Indigo Beaux: A New Luxury Beauty/Spa Subscription Box
July 2016 Sephora Play! Beauty Bag
You know, I’m not sure if the monthly Sephora Play! bag has a theme or not. Frankly, I don’t think it matters. The cosmetics in the bags seem pretty random to me. But for July, Sephora Play adorned the muslin bag, that is now in its third month, with a pink ice cream treat with… Continue reading July 2016 Sephora Play! Beauty Bag
Hot Summer Nights July 2016 Ipsy Bag
I’m still feeling good about ipsy. I got my July bag yesterday. The theme is Hot Summer Nights, appropriate for July. The bag itself is cute, a metallic silver plastic makeup bag adorned with beach umbrellas. I’m happy with 4 out of the 5 items that I received: theBalm Meet Matte Trimony Eyeshadow, an eyeshadow… Continue reading Hot Summer Nights July 2016 Ipsy Bag
ipsy June 2016: Rebel Rebel Glam Bag
Another absolutely adorable makeup bag from ipsy! The theme is Rebel Rebel, and the design on the makeup bag is brightly colored graffiti. Last week I took the train into Boston from the suburbs, and the back side of a building near the railroad station in Beverly is completely covered in really skilled, artistic graffiti.… Continue reading ipsy June 2016: Rebel Rebel Glam Bag
Birchbox June 2017
One of the things that I love about Birchbox is that it comes so early in the month compared to ipsy and Sephora Play. I also like the fact that you get a $1 credit to spend in the Birchbox shop or retail store for every 10 points you accrue either from Birchbox purchases or… Continue reading Birchbox June 2017
Ipsy Hello Spring Glam Bag March 2016
Yesterday I showed off my new Birchbox, and today is ipsy’s turn. How is it that I lucked out with two great boxes this month? ipsy’s theme is Hello Spring, very apt. But I was surprise that the pretty pastel colors on the postcard didn’t really go with the fabulous spring green bag with the… Continue reading Ipsy Hello Spring Glam Bag March 2016
Birchbox March 2016
My March Birchbox celebrating International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month arrived on Saturday. The box itself is in my favorite colors especially for spring and summer: aqua, spring green with accents of gold and beige. I love the look! And I was not disappointed this month like I was in February, thank goodness! I… Continue reading Birchbox March 2016
“Pretty in #IpsyPink” Bag February 2016
First things first. Congratulations to Ashley P, the winner of the Derma e Purifying 2-in-1 Charcoal Mask giveaway! Woohoo! I just emailed her and hope to hear back from her soon. Thank you to everyone who participated. I’ve got a new giveaway with a makeup product this time coming up shortly. I just have to… Continue reading “Pretty in #IpsyPink” Bag February 2016
Double Trouble: ipsy bags October & November 2015
Time has gotten away from me. I never got a chance to talk about my October ipsy bag, and now here’s November. So I’d like to show them both to you at once. Alter Ego October 2015 I liked how the bag that’s gold on one side and black patent on the other fit the… Continue reading Double Trouble: ipsy bags October & November 2015
Target Beauty Box: Back to College Honor Roll Fall 2015
A few months ago, I posted about my spring/summer Target Beauty Box. Recently, I found out that Target was offering two more beauty boxes for Fall 2015, each $5 including delivery. I chose the Honor Roll box. You have to act fast to score a Target Beauty Box because they sell out very fast. The box… Continue reading Target Beauty Box: Back to College Honor Roll Fall 2015
ipsy Swim Into Beauty Glam Bag June 2015
I’ve begun measuring time in ipsy bags. And now another month has gone by, and we’re up to the June 2015 ipsy bag: Swim Into Beauty. It is a dreary day today, and I had some time on my hands so I decided to do an unboxing video. I haven’t done one in a few… Continue reading ipsy Swim Into Beauty Glam Bag June 2015
Jetsetter ipsy Bag May 2015
It was the post office’s fault that my May 2015 ipsy bag got delivered first to a city 30 miles from where I live, next to my local post office (2 miles from my house) where it was sorted, then sent on to the Boston post office where it was sorted again and finally returned to the… Continue reading Jetsetter ipsy Bag May 2015
Total Beauty’s Revlon Pacific Coast Collection
Here’s a fantastic deal for all you color lovers! Total Beauty (the beauty site, totalbeauty.com) is offering a beauty box, Total Beauty Collection Revlon Edition, featuring Revlon’s brand-y-new Pacific Coast Collection, created by Revlon’s renowned makeup artist and Artistic Director, Gucci Westman. Unlike a beauty box subscription, this is a one shot deal. And just… Continue reading Total Beauty’s Revlon Pacific Coast Collection