Ipsy

Cost: $10 monthly, $110 annual

Cycle: Every Month

What is it: Every month Ipsy sends out a cute makeup bag of samples and full size items. you can review your bag for points that you can trade in for reward items. The rewards change often and the range between 100 points and 1000 points. You can get up to 95 points every month.

If you want to subscribe you can subscribe HERE and skip the waitlist. That is my referral link so I do get points to spend but I’m not an affiliate in any way just one beauty junkie to another.

I have been getting Ipsy bags for over a year now. I look forward to them every month even when I get a month with all meh products I still always love getting it. The value is also awesome for what you spend I have never had a bag that was worth less then $20 dollars and usually they are worth $50+.

Here’s what I got this month:

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I do have an added point reward in my bag this month which I will get to at the end.

This bag is so adorable honestly Ipsy could have just sent the bag and I would have been thrilled it is so damn cute with all the creepy cute Halloween things that I love.

Here is a close up:

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I just can’t get over how cute it is. And the little ghost zipper pull.

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I think he needs a name any suggestions? Comment below! lol

So on to the products.

Lovely Sarah Jessica Parker Fragrance Rollerball

Full Size: 10 ml

Full Size Cost: $8.84

Sample Size: 10 ml

Value: $8.84

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Did not love the scent on this but I do like that it is a full size rollerball and not a little tester. This will probably go into my emergency gift stash (am i the only one that has one of those?).

NYX Vivid Brights Eyeliner in Gunmetal

Full Size: 2 ml

Full Size Cost: $6.99

Sample Size: 2 ml

Value: $6.99

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I actually own a few of these but didn’t have this color it is a a really nice metallic glittery silver. I wouldn’t call it a gunmetal shade but I like it, swatched below. These have really nice staying power and come in a ton of fun colors and are very user friendly for getting a wing highly recommend them plus they are always on sale at Ulta or the drugstore.

Make Up Forever Ultra HD Invisible Cover Foundation in Dark Sand

Full Size: 30 ml

Full Size Cost: $43

Sample Size: 5 ml

Value: $7.17

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This photographed a little lighter then it is. I swatched it below. This was a perfect match for me the foundation is a little dewier then I tend to like but I really like it. I don’t know if I $43 dollars like it but we will see. The sample size is also really great you definitely can get a bunch of use out of this and it would be great for traveling.

They also have a generous amount of shade from light to dark obviously every branded could always do better but this is up there in the amount of shades. They gave 40 shades and a lot of undertone options which I appreciate.

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Trust Fund Beauty Gimme Good Face Primer

Full Size: ?

Full Size Cost: ?

Sample Size: 10 ml

Value: ?

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This is a clear primer and I hate it. It is very greasy and it never set or dried it made my foundation feel slimy and I did not like this. Cute packaging but huge let down it made my face feel so fucking disgusting. I also could not find this for sale I don’t know if maybe its a product that hasn’t launched yet or what.

Adesse New York Liquid Chrome Nail Polish in Grand Central

Full Size: 11 ml

Full Size Cost: $20

Sample Size: 11 ml

Value: $20

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This by itself is double the cost of the bag so that is cool. I could not get a good photo of this. It is a purple oil slick like chrome nail polish. But I can not count the ways how much I hate nail polish so you should all feel loved that I painted one nail (horribly) for you.

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And I got a 500 point reward this month and I picked this out:

Trust Fund Beauty That Glo Tho Highlighter

Full Size: 0.15 oz

Full Size Cost: $24.99

Sample Size: 0.15 oz

Value: $24.99

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That is tiny for a full size product but I do love it. It is a nice warm pinky gold with gold micro glitter cream highlighter. The tiny stick makes it really easy to apply exactly where you want it and it is easy to blend out and it definitely lasted all day long so I am really happy to have this. The cap also snaps on so you never have to worry about losing it. So Trust Fund Beauty you are 1 for 2 here.

Swatches:

With flash

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With out flash

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Overall

So this month was products I loved and some I hated the value with out the primer or highlighter was $43, more then four times the cost of the bag and that is with a product excluded. I am very satisfied with this month I received 3 full size products and and only 2 sample sizes. And I need to repeat the bag is just too damn cute.

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e.l.f. Haul

e.l.f Cosmetics is an affordable makeup company with most of their products being under $5. Though recently they have branched out and have introduced some more expensive products. e.l.f. has free shipping when you spend $25 and there are always coupon codes floating around. At the end of this post there is a coupon code for a free gift.

So here is my little haul!

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I also received a free mystery gift bundle which was awesome.

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I got 5 full sized products valued at $12. Pretty good for a free gift.

e.l.f. Beautifully Precise Powder Brush – $12.00

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The Beautifully Precise Brushes are gorgeous. I am so in love and need to buy more. They are gorgeous with clear acrylic handles and mirrored ferals. The brushes have a nice weight to them that make them feel expensive and the bristles are so soft. Below is a close up picture of the bristles.

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e.l.f. Beautifully Precise Multi Blender Brush – $12.00

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This brush was the brush that made me excited to try this new collection. The brush is cut to hug the curves of your face and has interesting bumps pictured below. This brush is also gorgeous soft and has some weight behind it. This has a fully mirrored handle. I don’t entirely know how you are supposed to use this but I’m in love with it.

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e.l.f. Makeup Lock & Seal – $3.00

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This I am very excited to try and will update after I have. This is a liquid that is supposed to set your makeup makeup, increase the wear time and enhance the color. That is a lot of claims for a three dollar product. The brush included in the set is soft but dense and they even include a little cup for pouring the product into I really appreciate the thought that went into the set.

e.l.f. Soothing Lip Balm – Strawberry Crème – $1.00

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This is definitely not strawberry cream scented which disappointed me, but it is a really nice balm for a dollar. There is a lot of product in the container it is smooth and hydrating and adds just a hint of light pink shine. Swatched below.

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e.l.f. Brush Shampoo – $3.00

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e.l.f. Foundation Brush – $2.00

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I actually bought this foundation brush to put my face masks on with as I can’t stand using my fingers. This brush has a very plastic dense feel I wouldn’t want to use it for foundation but it is perfect for applying masks. I wish it was a tiny bit smaller but I can live with it.

e.l.f. Sculpting Face Brush – $6.00

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I picked this up specifically to see how it applies my rainbow highlighters but figured the curved shape will be nice for highlight in general.

e.l.f. Contouring Brush – $6.00

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Now I was not happy when I got this brush. I own one of these brushes and I love it for my patterned highlighters (yes I am obsessed with the rainbow highlighter trend and unique highlighters). This one that I received was in horrible condition.

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The picture doesn’t do it justice but the brush was shedding like crazy and the bristles were all uneven. I did contact customer service and they responded quickly and were able to give me a refund that took only about 3 days to get so I was pleased with the solution and the quick response. Mistakes happen but when customer service is good it keeps the mistake from leaving a bad taste in my mouth and ruining my opinion of the company.

e.l.f. Baked Highlighter – Moonlight Pearls – $4.00

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Well its pretty in the package and that’s about all the nice things I can say about this highlighter. How I hate this let me count the ways; It is not pigmented, its more chunky glitter then highlight, its rough and hard to pick up if you want a highlight that has a similar effect to this and don’t want to spend as much as say a Becca highlight I really enjoy Stila’s eye shadow in Kitten as a highlight of this style and color.

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I had to dip my finger in multiple times just to get a swatch that would even show up on camera.

Now onto the fun part the mystery bundle!

Mystery Bundle

e.l.f. Mineral Infused Mascara – Black – $3.00

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This looks like its going to be a really nice mascara the formula doesn’t look to wet or dry and the brush its the plastic spiked wand.

e.l.f. Natural Lash Kit – 2.00

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I don’t wear fake lashes so I will be gifting these but cheers to a free gift to give. This will make a nice add on gift.

e.l.f Shimmer Eyeliner Pencil – Black Bandit – $1.00

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This I haven’t swatched as I will also be gifting this. I do not like wooden eyeliner pencils but this one promises to be smooth.

e.l.f. Long-Lasting Lustrous Eyeshadow – Party – $3.00

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I saw this and got so excited, but was totally let down. I love cream eye shadows for an easy stay all day look but this did not deliver. It swatched nicely (see below) but on the eyes it took some work to get pigment and while it looked pretty it was a glittery mess. There was glitter every where and the shadow was completely gone after about 3 hours. Also this color seems to not be sold any longer.

e.l.f. Gotta Glow Lip Tint – Perfect Pink – $6.00

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This is slightly darker in person. The packaging is super luxury there is a nice weight to this lipstick. The tube is mirrored and the cap is clear acrylic like the beautifully precise brushes. This is one of those ph changing lipsticks and will look slightly different on every one. The color was a nice perfect pink for my skin tone and the formula was smooth abut not slick or sticky. I will probably pick up the berry one as well. There isn’t much staying power but it is easy to reapply.

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Well thanks all for reading my ramblings I hope this was interesting and helpful. Also on e.l.f. right now until 10/15/16 you can use the code FLAWLESS to get a free bundle of setting spray, makeup removing wipes, and a facial massage. This is no affiliated I don’t get any kind of points or anything for it just passing on the deal hunting love.