A whole year has flown by and it is already 2017! I cannot believe how quickly 2016 seemed to go by.  Here we are already at January and another review of the ipsy glam bag.

(If you don’t know what ipsy is you can check out my previous post all about it by clicking HERE)

January’s theme is “Metropolis”

“A Day in the Life of a City Babe  Coffee? Check. Lip gloss? Check. Taxi fare? Check. Here, everything you need to own the concrete jungle.”

This month’s bag is super cute!  The material it is a double layer with pale blue metallic faux leather with small circular cut out pattern on top with a silver solid faux leather below.  According to the ipsy website “This silver stunner was inspired by skyscrapers! Wear it uptown, downtown, or wherever you’ll be slaying this month.”

Here is what I got in my bag for January:

clariSEA Instant Glow Lavender Powder Exfoliant 1 oz

Because of this being a loose powder, this exfoliator can be made as intense or as gentle as I want it to be. It is made by adding equal amounts of the salt to my cleanser. If I want to sprinkle in a little more powder I can get a little more exfoliation.  It says that it can also be mix with water as well for a stronger scrub.

It is made with two types of salt, Pacific and Himalayan pink sea salt, and it smells like lavender.  Pretty interesting, I can’t wait to try it out!

Naked Cosmetics Mica Pigment in Desert Sunset #02 .05 oz/1.5gm

This is such a beautiful vivid loose pigment! It is a gorgeous shimmery champagne shade that has tiny sparkles in it.  I am a huge sucker for sparkles!

This product is made with no talc, oils, waxes or fillers.  Swatches just don’t even do this eyeshadow justice! It is just so beautiful. I am already in love!!!

Pacifica BLUSHIOUS in Wildrose 3 grams

Smashbox Cosmetics Camera Ready BB Cream SPF 35 in Light or Light Medium .25 fl oz / 7.1 ml

Another month has flown by and tomorrow is Christmas!  I love Christmas, what a wonderful time of year!  Family, parties, food, fun, and cookies (you know I love cookies!)

Almost all the ladies that I work with now subscribe to ipsy.  I always loving seeing what everyone else received in their bags.  It is like opening a shiny pink wrapped gift every month!

(If you don’t know what ipsy is you can check out my previous post all about it by clicking HERE)

December’s theme is “carpe p.m.” Forget rules, responsibilities, and to do lists. Right now, there’s only fun! Decide to live in the moment.

While I have heard many people disagree with me, I think that this months bag is super cute!  The material a fuzzy furry pink material.   It is a nice rectangular shape with the zipper across the top.  This one has a little pull handle and it is supposed to double as a wristlet clutch “perfect for all your holiday events”!

As usual my daughter took one look at the bag and said “I  want it!”  As usual I told her we can share it.

Here is what I got in my bag for December:

City Color CosmeticsBe Matte Blush in Fresh Melon, Blackberry, and Guava

This blush trio is very smooth and pigmented.  I really like that all three of the shades included are matte.  It seems as if most blushes have some sort of sparkle in them. While they are beautiful on their own, I have been wearing all three colors swirled together.  Another great thing about this blush it is also cruelty free!  Colors included are fresh melon, blackberry and guava.  How cute that they have fruit related names.

Another month has flown by and November is half way over already!  If you are from the USA, can you believe that it is already Thanksgiving next week?!  Especially since I forgot to post October’s ipsy glam bag until the beginning of November it really seems as if the month flew by even faster!

Almost all the ladies that I work with now subscribe to ipsy.  I always loving seeing what everyone else received in their bags every month.

(If you don’t know what ipsy is you can check out my previous post all about it by clicking HERE)

November’s theme was “Rockstarlet: Rock out like a knockout”

This months bag is super cute!  The material it is a thick sturdy smooth cotton with makeup inspired constellations on it.  Ipsters either got black and silver or the one like I received blue and gold.  It is a nice shape. I like that the zipper is across the top and how cute is it that the zipper pull is a star?!  As usual my daughter took one look at the bag and said “I  want it!”  I told her we can share it, but I don’t plan to actual share it, haha. 😉

Here is what I got in my bag for November:

Doucce Freematic Blush in #49 Zen Orange

The package it came in was quite large, but this sample is actually tiny!  I have gotten several orange/coral blushes in my glam bags recently.  I generally always wore more pink toned blushes, but having since tried these coral colored blushes I really like the way they look on me.

• “Buildable and blendable. We swear this is a coral that nobody can mess up.

• Soft, silky powder glides on evenly every time

• Goes the distance. Oil-free formula won’t fade or smudge throughout the day.”

 

NUXE Nuxellence DETOX

Although makeup is my favorite, I do love getting skin care items in my ipsy glam bags.

• “Stimulates circulation in our skin and leaves us with a lasting glow

• Quick fix. Fast-absorbing formula never feels oily.

• Works for all skin types and all ages”

 

 

Skone Cosmetics Brow Wand Eyebrow Pencil in Chocolate

When I first saw this in my bag I thought it was ANOTHER black eyeliner.  I only now when taking the picture for this post just realized that it is a brown pencil.  I already have a pretty decent brow routine, so I will probably pass this along to my sister.

• “Retractable pencil. ‘Nuff said.

• Triangle-shaped tip gives us the ultimate versatility, so we can precisely fill in the smaller sections of our brows as well as the thicker areas

• For chocolate lovers. Soft brown color is blendable and pigmented.”

 

theBalm Cosmetics Mad Lash Mascara

The packaging is annoying the way that the top fits into the tube.  As you might be able to tell from the below picture it kind of clicks into the tube (it reminds me of the Tartiest sample mascara).  Due to the way the packaging is it makes it hard to be able to get the excess mascara off the brush .  I am not sure if it is the same for the full sized mascara, but it is annoying!

“So flexible, we think it’s been doing yoga. One of the most bendy wands we’ve ever laid eyes on, it moves easily to hug each and every lash.

• Curved brush gives uber volume and lift.

• The tip of the wand is ideally designed to get at even the tiniest of lashes.

• Into the deep. Rich black shade brings out our dramatic side.”

OFRA Cosmetics Banana Powder

I don’t usually use a “banana” powder but that is kinda the point of ipsy.  I enjoy getting new things to try out.

• “Tone it down. Yellow color corrects any redness on our faces.

• Made-to-fit. Suits any skin tone—from light and fair to dark and deep.

• Light banana scent has us craving cream pie”

Did you get a glam bag this month?  What did you get in yours?  Were you happy with your samples?  Do you get any other monthly subscription bags/boxes that are worth trying out?  Let me know in the comments below.

Don’t forget, if you don’t already subscribe and would like to try out ipsy, you can use my referral link by clicking HERE!  Also, if you are interested in seeing my other recent posts about ipsy click HERE.

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Another month has flown by and it is now November and I cannot believe that I completely forgot to post what I got in my October ipsy glam bag!

I don’t know about you, but I always loving seeing what everyone else received in their bags every month, so I decided to post it anyway even though it is almost time for my next bag to arrive.

(If you don’t know what ipsy is you can check out my previous post all about it by clicking HERE)

October’s theme was Make Some Magic

“Mix up magical potions, rock your best all-black everything and cast some serious beauty spells. Makeup or magic? You decide.”

This months bag is super cute!  Valfré’s drawings custom designed this month’s bag.The material it is a sturdy textured light pink faux leather with makeup inspired Halloween pictures on it.  I like that the zipper is across the top and it is a nice shape.  My daughter took one look at the bag and said “This one is mine!”  I told her we can share it 😉

Here is what I got in my bag for October:

Beaute BasicsSatin Taupe Eye Shadow

It is super soft and creamy texture. It goes on smooth and is super blendable,  you can build up the color as well as making it look smokey.  I have already worn this eyeshadow several times and I really like it.

MAKE UP FOR EVER Ultra HD Invisible Cover Foundation

I received it in the shade 117=Y225 (Marble) which looks as if it is going to be a good match for me.

Here is the thing about this foundation… I haven’t used it yet, I am super excited about receiving it, but I am afraid that I am going to love it and then want to spend $43 on buying the full size of this foundation.  Haha, I just might be crazy…

essence cosmetics superfine eyeliner pen waterproof

This is a superfine eyeliner pen that is waterproof and smudge proof. It has a pointed tip that makes it simple to get into the spaces between the lashes.

So, yeah, I have gotten a black eyeliner in my ipsy bag for 5 of the last 7 months…oh well, I guess it is a good thing I like eyeliner and wear it every day.

Preventive Measures 101 Lips 101 After Hours

I love chapstick!  Well, let me rephrase that, I love smooth, creamy, not waxy, not sticky chapsticks.  I really love this one.  It smells sweet and fruity, kinda like a pina colada.  I was in love at first swipe.  It makes my lips feel so nice and moisturized!

BeFine Food Skin Care Exfoliating Cleanser

This exfoliator smells like sweet caramel almonds.  It lathers up very nicely and has larger sugar granules that melt away pretty quickly. I generally like a finer grain longer lasting exfoliating experience, but I actually do like this one too.  Plus the scent is so nice and yummy I wish I could eat it!

Did you get a glam bag this month?  What did you get in yours?  Were you happy with your samples?  Do you get any other monthly subscription bags/boxes that are worth trying out?  Let me know in the comments below.

Don’t forget, if you don’t already subscribe and would like to try out ipsy you can use my referral link by clicking HERE!  Also, if you are interested in seeing my other recent posts about ipsy click HERE.

I would love for you to follow me on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. You can find me as Looking Joli Good on all three.  I would also love to follow you on Instagram and Twitter as well, so let me know your user name in the comment section below!