Review

How ’bout Them Samples?! Review #3.0

September 21, 2016August 31, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood1 Comment

You may remember that as part of my “strict no buy” I had decided to try to use up a bunch of the neglected samples that I have already received from various places and sample boxes. I have so many samples that I don’t even remember where I got all of them from originally. I know some are from ipsy bags, or Target boxes and others from Walmart beauty boxes, this time around one is even from Influenster*.

I posted a few weeks ago that I would let you know what I think of each thing and if I would purchase these items based on my thoughts from these samples. Some products were awesome and I used them up right away, others have taken me longer to use. This post was getting very long, so I am going to break it into two parts. (Come back tomorrow to read the second half.)

Here’s my review of the first half of the samples from the third group of what I have been trying out…

Beauty For Real Eyeliner
CeraVe Eye Repair Cream
Jelly Pong Pong Neapolitan Palette
Laneige Water Bank Moisture Cream

Beauty For Real Eyeliner

I just got this in my ipsy bag in August, but I have gotten so many black liners from ipsy recently that I thought it was time to start using some of them. I really like this liner. It is super black and glides on smoothly and easily. It dries down quickly and doesn’t smudge. Most days I wear my makeup for around 10-12 hours. This liner is still exactly where I put it at the end of the day. I would buy this Beauty For Real Eyeliner based on the sample.

Jelly Pong Pong Neapolitan Palette

When I got these in my ipsy bag I wasn’t overly impressed. Once I actually used them I realized that I was wrong. These shadows are so super pigmented! Only on swipe across my lid and I have beautiful pigmented. I would buy this Neapolitan Palette based on the sample.

Look at how beautiful those jelly pong pong eyeshadow swatches are! That is only one swipe of my finger. Awesome! I love how black the Beauty For Real Eyeliner is.

CeraVe Eye Repair Cream

I am a big fan ofCeraVe Moisturizing Cream. I have used several CeraVe products and have usually been impressed with them. This eye repair cream is no exception. While I don’t have too many eye wrinkles yet I am a huge believer in prevention. This sample is super small, only .08oz, but since the cream is thick and the eye area is so small only a tiny bit of cream is needed. I would buy this CeraVe Eye Repair Cream based on the sample.

Laneige Water Bank Moisture Cream

This cream is awesome! I love the way my skin feels after I use it! I love the scent of it. It is clean and beautiful. I wish I had a perfume that smelled like this cream does. My skin feels super moisturized the morning after I apply this cream A 1.6 ounce jar of this cream costs around $32. Based on the sample I would buy this Laneige Water Bank Moisture Cream.

Overall this was a great group of samples! I have been enjoying using up my samples and have already started on a new bunch. Tomorrow will be the second half of the samples.

What about you? Have you tried any of these products? What did you think?

If you would like to see which samples I have already tried out and what I think about them you can read more by clicking HERE.

*If you would like to check it out for yourself, here is a referral link to use for Influenster: www.influenster.com/r/1049268

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Tips and Tricks

Tip Tuesday #31

September 20, 2016September 14, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Here is another tip for Tip Tuesday!

If you want to make the whites of your eyes look extra bright and pop, instead of lining your eyes with black or brown, use a navy blue or deep plum eyeliner. Just as a blue toned lipsticks will make you teeth look whiter, a navy or blue toned eyeliner will have the same effect on the whites of your eyes.

Two of my favorites are Marcelle Waterproof Eyeliner in Mulberry or Indigo for $12 each or the INFALLIBLE Silkissime Eyeliner in plum $8.99.

No Gym No Problem

No Gym? No Problem! #37

September 19, 2016January 7, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

If you are someone that gets bored easily while working out this is a great workout for you. Although, if you are a person that needs music to workout with, you will need to add your own soundtrack because this workout doesn’t have any background music with it. Get ready to squat and sweat! (and of course burpees, because what is a HIIT workout withough burpees, right?!)

Daniel and Kelli at FitnessBlender have a great YouTub Channel with lots of great free workouts.

Do you have 25 minutes to improve your health and wellness? Yes, You Do! No Excuses, Just do it! Remember to keep good proper form, warm up before, and stretch after you exercise!

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Beauty Subscription · Make up

Ipsy Glam Bag September 2016

September 18, 2016September 18, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Another month has flown by! It is ipsy glam bag time again! I don’t know about you, but 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)

I have to admit it, I looked at the sneak peak this month. I don’t always, but I did this month. When I saw what I was going to be getting I was very underwhelmed. On the bright side, I did not receive another nail polish, so that is a plus. Now that I have received the actual samples I am a tiny bit more impressed with them, but just a tiny bit.

This month’s theme is Glamazon: “Real Talk: We’re Through With Lazy Beauty. Full-on glamour is back. Put away your sweatpants, let down your ponytail and get glammed up just for the heck of it. Woke up like this? As if.”

Notice anything about the girls on this bag? Besides that they look like they have lamp shades on their heads… Look a little closer at them…Do you see it? Did you notice that they are spelling out the word ipsy. I didn’t notice at first until I was taking this picture.

It is made out of a material that is like a plastic rain coat yet faux leatherish at the same time. It has a grooved texture to it. I like the plain black side without the golden girls on it. The zipper is across the top, a feature that I prefer best, and the size and shape is good. While it is a really cute idea, overall I am not a fan of this month’s design. You can’t win them all ipsy, once again this month the bag is going to be part of my daughter’s collection.

Here is what I got in my bag:

Dirty Little Secret Cosmetics Eyeshadow in Teaser
It is a perfect matte transition shade for the crease. I have been using this every day since I got it. I really like the packaging. It is nice and sturdy doesn’t feel cheap at all.

In the sneak peak the shade looked so much more warm and orange than the actual shadow is. I am really happy that it is more neutral taupe and less of an orange bronze. I think that ipsy refers to it as a “chestnut shade” The actual name of the shadow is “Teaser”

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Eau Thermale Avène Hydrance Optimale Hydrating Serum
Zen relaxation for the face. Incredibly soothing, it keeps skin hydrated for a full 24 hours (for reals)—all the way through shavasana.

High concentration of Avène Thermal Spring Water softens skin
Silky-smooth formula feels like a primer
Time to relax. Relieves tightness and irritation in the skin

Too Faced Lip Injection Extreme
“Incredibly effective formula that glides on clear and leaves lips plump and pink.

Immediate satisfaction. Fullness you can see in seconds.
Shine on. Reflects the light so there’s no need for color on top.
Avocado and jojoba oil condition for a smooth finish”

As a brand on the whole, I love Too Faced, this Lip Injection gloss not so much! While the gloss itself is nice and smooth and not sticky, it burned my lips like crazy!!! The box does have a warning that the gloss may cause you to experience a slight tingling for 5-10 minutes.

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I wore twice it for about 7 minutes each time and I just couldn’t take it anymore. I had to wipe it off. I think my lips are just too sensitive. My sister in law also got this in her ipsy bag and she said that it didn’t really bother her too much. As you tell from the swatch picture it even started to irritate the back of my hand and turn it red.

Eva NYC Forget Me Knot Dry Conditioner
I have never heard of dry conditioner. I haven’t used this yet, but I sprayed it and it does smell great.
“#2ndDayHair just got even better. This lightweight spray conditions and detangles— leaving tresses soft, shiny and frizz-free.

Send flyaways packing. Smooths down strands with no white residue left behind.
Totally touchable. Vitamin B5 seals and softens cuticles.
A real head-turner. Smells ah-mazing.”

tre’StiQue Mini Highlight Stick in Maldives Luminescent
I have received several tre’StiQue products in my ipsy bags. So far I have really enjoyed them all. I have been using this as a highlight in my inner corner and on my lid. So far I really like it!
“Glow and go. This soft cream-gel formula glides on gently—brightening with what we call “adult shimmer,” perfect for any age or time of day.

Smooth, rich formula won’t mess up your makeup if you apply it on top
Blendable and buildable, so you can shine on as much as you please
A perfect base for powder highlighters”

Even in this swatch the DLS shadow kinda looks a little orange, but it doesn’t look so warm in person.

Did you get a glam bag this month? Does your bag smell funny? My bag smells a little stinky…kinda like a weird funny plastic scent. 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.

Quote

Happiness Even In Darkness

September 16, 2016September 24, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood2 Comments

I saw this quote and thought that it was just too good not too share with all of you.

Happiness Can Be Found Even In The Darkest Of Times If One Only Remembers To Turn On The Light.

No Gym No Problem

No Gym? No Problem! #36

September 12, 2016January 7, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood2 Comments

When is a good time to start exercising? Right NOW! If you are new to cardio this workout is for you! It is a 15 minute routine that will get you sweating right from the privacy of your own home.

Simple moves like jogging in place, modified push ups, and marching with kicks can get your heart rate up without having to do a lot of confusing or crazy moves.

Do you have 15 minutes to improve your health and wellness? Yes, You Do! No Excuses, Just do it! Remember to keep good proper form, warm up before, and stretch after you exercise!

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Lifestyle · Love and Life

#PSL

September 11, 2016September 10, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood7 Comments

I have a secret that may just cause me to lose a friend or two, but I just have to get it off my chest…I don’t like Pumpkin Spice Lattes or pumpkin spice added in everything. I know, I know, my age, color, and gender suggests that I should, but I just really don’t. I’m sorry if you are hurt by this revelation, but I cannot go on living a lie. 😉

Love and Life

Back To School Blues

September 10, 2016September 10, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood2 Comments

Summer is my very favorite time of the year. I love that the days get longer and warmer.

Our family had such a great time together this summer. We had a lot of fun traveling, going to the beach, the zoo, and the fair, swimming in the pool, spending time with friends and each other. The days of summer may be longer, but they really seem to go by so much faster.

Unfortunately, while I do enjoy the beauty of fall, it also means that the time of year has come that the summer break has to end. I wish summer break lasted all year long, but like all good things it must come to an end. My kids are now back in school and I am back to working more hours at the infusion unit. I am very grateful for a wonderful summer filled with happy memories.

What about you, do you get the back to school blues? What is your favorite time of year?

Tips and Tricks

Tip Tuesday #29

September 6, 2016August 8, 2016 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Here is another tip for Tip Tuesday!

Here is a tip to help you to get what you want out of your trip to the hair stylist…

First of all, be realistic about what you are asking for and how it is going to look on you.

Sometimes we look at a picture of a celebrity and think that we want to have the same style that they have. Sometimes we forget to take into consideration what our own hair’s type, tone, and texture is. Also think about the shape of your own face as opposed to the face of the celeb that you might want to look like.

Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez have heart shaped faces, so if you have a round or square shaped face, you won’t look as good with the same haircut that looks best on the two of them.

Although, if you have a heart shaped face like Taylor, consider a layered cut with lots of volume and a side part.

If you have a round face like Sarah Hyland or Jennifer Lawrence your best bet is to tone down the volume. You don’t want to make your round face look wider than it is long. Wearing your hair with a deep side part will help slim your super-symmetrical face.

Maybe you are like me and have an oval face. Lucky for us, we have the most adaptable face shape when it comes to choosing a hair style. Pretty much any length, cut, or part will work.

Maybe your face is square shaped like Olivia Wilde or Lucy Liu. Soft curls, long layers, as well as shorter in the back longer in the front hair styles are best for you.

Of course, you can wear your hair whichever way makes you feel most beautiful. But if you are looking for a change, these are some good tips to follow.

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No Gym No Problem

No Gym? No Problem! #35

September 5, 2016January 7, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

This workout is NO JOKE! This 30 minute workout will be working your abs, butt, and thighs. You’ll need an exercise mat and some 3 or 5 lb weights. You will be burning some calories with this workout with Jeanette Jenkins!

Take 30 minutes and improve your day! Your heath and wellness is worth it! Remember to keep good proper form, warm up before, and stretch after you exercise! No excuses, just do it!

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