My ipsy bag was a little later than usual this month, which made me one of the last to get it. Grrrrr! It was so late that I mistakenly thought it was the September bag and I originally mislabeled the post and the photo below! But it eventually came, and with it was the bonus product that I qualified for, so I am a happy camper.
Let’s talk about the Beauty Schooled bag itself first. A cute, roll-shaped polka dot plastic makeup bag. I love polka dots and I like orange dots on white. Hopefully, the strong chemical plastic smell will fade over time. There’s lots of room in the bag this month because everything is small.
So what did I get? Here are the contents:
- new Urban Decay Perversion Mascara: deluxe sample. I really wanted to try this out, yay!
- Pores No More Pore Refiner Primer from Dr. Brandt for oily/combination skin: deluxe sample. Why did they send this to me since on my questionnaire I wrote that I have dry/very dry skin?
- Absolute New York You’re The Balm Lip Balm in grape flavor by Nicka: at 12g/.42 oz, It’s a full-size container, but when you buy it, you get an additional balm in green apple flavor.
- Coastal Scents Forever Blush, 2 pretty shades peach and bright pink: deluxe sample.
- Lord & Berry Silk Kajal Eyeliner Pencil in black: deluxe sample that is very silky and easy to apply. Others have complained that it didn’t stay on their waterline or oily eyelids, but it’s fine for me.
I will use everything in this bag except for the Dr. Brandt Pore Refiner. I’ll save that to include in my next makeup/skincare goody bag giveaway. So, all in all, I’m satisfied. I like the grape-flavored lip balm, though my City Lips Lip Plumper is taking care of my dry lips problem. Although I have a million black eyeliners, the Lord & Berry kajal liner goes on like silk, truly! I like it, it stays on my eyes,and it’s great to throw into my makeup bag in my purse. Same thing goes with the Coastal Scents blush, handy.
I used the UD Perversion mascara last night and again today. UD was right: it is very black. It reminds me of Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara or Rimmel Retro Glam but with a normal shaped wand also with lots of bristles. I like Urban Decay Perversion mascara, but I’m glad I didn’t have to buy a full-size tube to find out that it’s so similar to mascaras I already own. Yay, ipsy!
Finally, my bonus was a full-size tube of Liptini lipstick in Plum Wine.
From the look of the bullet, I thought it was going to be a very dark plum, but instead it is a medium shade, more of a plum rose.
It’s very creamy and moisturizing, easy to apply, and feels great on. I haven’t tested it for longevity yet, but I imagine it will stay on for a few hours but will not last through a meal. I really like it, and will wear it a lot this fall. I like the Nailtini nail polishes and the Eyetini cream eye shadow that I received in previous ipsy bags. I think they are good quality. Definitely a brand worth looking into!
My assessment of my September ipsy bag was that it was a good one. Sure, I would like more than just a lip balm in a full-size. It does seem that lately we’re getting mostly deluxe size samples. But it still is $10 delivered including a makeup bag, so I don’t know whether it makes sense to grumble. Plus, I have so much makeup, I almost never use it up so deluxe samples are less wasteful for me. I still think it’s is a good deal. Here’s my September ipsy look (As you can see, the pink Coastal Scents blush is a little bright and I need to wash my hair. Hey, no one’s perfect!).
If you want to take the plunge and subscribe to ipsy, I’d really appreciate it if you would use my referral code here.
If you’re a subscriber, what did you get and what did you think about it? Anybody, thoughts on UD Perversion mascara?
Two more things on a different note:
- Don’t forget to enter the Ritual Beauty Daily Perfecting Treatment Serum giveaway. Here’s the link. This is my favorite serum/moisturizer-in-one. It’s lightweight and comes in an attractive pump bottle. Two winners this time, so you’ll have a good chance at winning 🙂
- Also, on my review of City Lips this past Wednesday, there’s a discount code for 40% off anything on the City Cosmetics website plus there’s a buy one, get one deal on the Clear City Lips plus the two deals can be used together. Check it out if you want nicely plumped lips and the best lip balm/hydrator EVAH!
Looks like a great bag!
I’m happy with it!
This Liptini lipstick looks really pretty on you 🙂
Leelo R recently posted…iHerb haul
Thanks, Leelo. I love it!
The bonus lipstick is pretty on you.
Kim recently posted…Get Ready for Vacation with these Beauty Treatments
Thanks, Kim. I love it!
This is actually one of the better bags I’ve seen!
Jess Scull recently posted…OPI Peanuts Collection – Halloween 2014 – Swatches & Review
Yes, I think it’s a good one. No real complaints from me!
Love the Liptini in plum wine .. that is a color for me 🙂
Monica.
MonicaP recently posted…Ruffled sleeveless top from H&M
It would look great with your new ruffled top!
PS: I was just on the tini beauty site and they have some cool products like a double ended mascara/liner and double ended stain/gloss .. may be worth checking out.
M.
I need to check those out! Thanks, Monica, for letting me know. As I mentioned in the post, I love the ‘Tini nail polish and the cream eye shadow. It’s a nice brand!
Oh nice! Looks like an awesome bag.
Phyrra recently posted…Urban Decay Vegan Makeup
I was pleased with it this month. 4 out of 5 ain’t bad!
I like the lipstick on you and the bag is really cute.
Aleya Bamdad recently posted…Mia Foaming Gel Cleanser Review And Giveaway
I agree, Aleya!
Great bag! I’m loving that perversion mascara!
Leigh recently posted…It Cosmetics Celebration Foundation Review, Photos and Swatches.
Me, too, Leigh. I was so happy to get it!
The pervesion mascara makes the $10 totally worth it
Betzy Carmona recently posted…Looks That Rock VMAS
You said it, Betzy!
Im glad I got the mascara in my bag!
Eugenia recently posted…Save on Beauty with Walgreens Paperless Coupons
me, too, Eugenia! That alone was worth the price of the bag 🙂
That Forever blush is no joke! So pigmented!
Miranda recently posted…First Impression: Nail Wraps Trend with Revlon
The pink is super pigmented and bright. The peach is just perfect for me as is. I really like them 🙂
I am loving that bag! Super cute.
Ange recently posted…20 Second Twist and Tuck
It’s a cutie!
My bag this month was just okay. I didn’t appreciate the nub of blk eyeliner. Like you, I’m glad I got a chance to try UD Perversion mascara–I think it’s okay but nothing special.
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I guess I’m weird ‘coz I liked the little eyeliner from Lord & Berry. I liked the silkiness of the pencil and the size was great to throw in my purse MU bag. I have a million black eye pencils so a real portable one worked for me! Like you, I was happy to get the UD mascara but it was too close to my Too Faced BTS mascara that I am so glad I didn’t go out and buy it!
That lipstick looks lovely on you!
Sheila recently posted…Makeup Of The Day 16 – Cool Blue Eyeshadow
Thanks, Sheila 🙂
Gorgeous look on you!
Justina recently posted…Lancome for Fall 2014
Aw, thanks so much, Justina 🙂
The bag was definitely good this month!
Laura MyNewestAddiction recently posted…Coffee-Mate Smart Cookies + Giveaway
Glad you liked yours, too!
I love the Liptini extra you got. Such a gorgeous color!
Nidia – Lit From Within recently posted…I TRI-ed to Do Another Needle Marble…
Thanks, Nidia, I love it too!
You know I’m going to say I like that lippy on you!
Kath TheFabZilla recently posted…Fall Lippy Must-Have: Marc Jacobs LoveMarc Lip Gel 146 Cabaret (Review, Swatch, FOTD)
Thank you, Kathryne! And I loved that Marc Jacobs lippie on you 🙂
Not bad, not bad at all! Plum Wine looks so pretty on your lips.
Kiss & Make-up recently posted…Review | Sisley Amber Phyto-Ombre Glow
I was satisfied with it! And thank you, Melissa. I think it’s a pretty shade
That lippie is pretty on you! I was disappointed in the bag this month =(
Brooke @ Blushing Noir recently posted…OPI DS Tourmaline & DS Titanium Nail Polish Swatches + Review – Designer Series Polished Quartz
I’m sorry you weren’t happy with your bag this month, Brooke 🙁
We got identical bags and I wasn’t quite as happy about mine. I did end up really liking the Urban Decay Perversion mascara. It’s beyond black and shiny!
Ashley recently posted…LORAC PRO 2 Palette
Oh, that’s too bad, Ashley. Except for the Dr. Brandt, I definitely can use everything in the bag. I’m glad you like the Perversion mascara, though
I really liked the bag itself this month, it’s very cute and reminds me of a pencil case.
Anastasia recently posted…My Favorite Sunscreens and Why I Made a Decision to Avoid Tanning for Life
I agree. It was super cute with those orange polka dots!
My bag is not due to arrive till September 13th – but I’m excited to try out what I got. 🙂
Honeygirlk recently posted…Bioque Rejuvenating Day Cream
Oh, no! Can’t believe you have to wait till mid-September for the August bag, but I guess Hawaii is a long way away. I hope you get items you like!
I would have been happy to receive this bag.
Kimmi @ The Plastic Diaries recently posted…Imperial Leather – Blue Lagoon Limited Edition Bodywash Review
I liked it, Kimmi. It’s a good one for me!
Neat!
I think so, Melody 🙂