I love a good makeup and I love a good deal on makeup!
The best part of getting makeup at the drugstore is you can get good makeup for a good deal. When you add in coupons and sales, you can get quit a great makeup collection without having to spending all your money.
~Here is a break down of my favorite drugstore makeup items~
Primers
Monistat Chaffing Gel* as primer $8.99
Wet n Wild Photo Focus Eyeshadow Primer $4.99
Wet n Wild Photo Focus Lash Primer $4.99
Foundation
Maybelline Fit Me $5.99
Milani Conceal + Perfect Foundation $9.99
L’oreal Infallible Matte Foundation $12.99
You don’t have to break the bank in order to get a great facial primer. Instead of spending $30 or more you can get a great facial primer in the feminine hygiene aisle…
Monistat Chafing Relief Powder Gel
Don’t be hesitant or dissuaded from using this product on your face as a primer because of the name on the label is or which aisle it is found it. It works perfectly!
If you check out the ingredients for both the Monistat Chafing Relief Powder Gel and the BENEFIT COSMETICS The POREfessional Face Primer you will see that they are almost identical. I put the similar ingredients in bold, as you will see the main ingredients in the lists are practically the same.
Monistat Chafing Relief Powder Gel list of ingredients: Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica, Tocopheryl Acetate, Trisiloxane
Now check out the ingredients list for the BENEFIT COSMETICS The POREfessional Face Primer: Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Isononyl Isononanoate, Silica, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Isododecane, Phenoxyethanol, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Cyclohexasiloxane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Fragrance (Parfum), Mica, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Limonene, Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Triethoxycaprylylsilane, BHT.
I have decided to take a look back at what I have received in my Glam Bags and see what I love and what I have hated! I think overall I have received a lot of great products!
In June 2015 I got my very first Glam Bag! I am not going to lie, I was sooooo excited! the tre’StiQue Mini Shadow Crayon in Kona Coffee is a favorite!
I don’t love liquid lipsticks, but the JCat Beauty had a nice cooling feel and peppermint scent that I do like.
July 2015was a great month for my Glam Bag 4 out of 5 items were great with 3 being favorites!
Jelly Pong Pong Cosmetics 2-in-1 Shadow/Liner
tarte deluxe Amazonian clay waterproof bronzer
Eau Thermale Avène Cleanance Gel Soapless Cleanser
August 2015
I loved the Briogeo Blossom & Bloom Ginseng + Biotin Volumizer
I love the hounds tooth bag for the August is one of my favorite bags out of all the ones I received these last 12 months.
September 2015
Not Soap, Radio Revitalizing Hand/Body Lotion in the scent persimmon + plum (smells quite delightful) Favorite! tre’StiQue Mini Matte Lip Crayon Hate it! Unfortunately, the color is absolutely horrendous on my lips!
I also did not like the golden bag from this month.
This was the month that I didn’t get the things in my bags that I was showed in my preview. Once the mix up was cleared up, I also received a blush from Model Co that I use very often and love, it is a favorite.
October 2015 The gold bag for this month was very small. Not much can be put into this bag. I gave it to my daughter and she loves it, so I guess it turned into a winner even though I didn’t like it. Nourish Organic Pure Hydrating Argan Face Serum Favorite AURORA Gel Effect Nail Polish in Inky Dinky…While it is a perfect fall dark purple shade, this one is went into my give away pile. I get my toes done at the salon and never paint my finger nails at home. As I have mentioned before, I HATE getting nail polish samples, yet seem to get them almost every month, grrrrrr
November 2016 While the actual “Out of this world” bag is ugly so it is a Hate It, the products I got in it were overall awesome!
Be A Bombshell Cosmetics Mechanical Eye Liner This did not swatch too well, but I have to say that since I have been using it I have really enjoyed it. I got the color wild child which is kind of like an off black. I really like that it is a mechanical liner. I feel as if so much product gets wasted with the types that need to be sharpened. I have actually used up this entire product. Favorite!
LATHER honey moisture mask with propolis extract Favorite! I LOVE this mask! It has a great feel and my skin has been loving the extra moisture! I also love the honey scent! This is my favorite thing that I got in my glam bag this month.
January 2016 skyn ICELAND Travel Size Glacial Cleansing ClothsInfused with Icelandic glacial waters and beneficial natural extracts, they sweep away makeup, dirt, oil and other impurities while refreshing and soothing stressed skin. I really like these cloths.
theBalm Cosmetics Mr. Write (Now) Jack B. Bronze (rich bronze) Overall I like the brand the Balm. This eyeliner is no exception. I only wish that I had gotten the other color Scott B. Bordeaux (deep purple), but this is still a great eyeliner. I prefer these twist up liners over the type that need to be sharpened. I have worn this to work a few times already and it has lasted throughout the entire day well without any smudging or budging.
February 2016
I didn’t like anything in this months bag. The envelop design bag itself though was super cute and a Favorite!
March 2016
I love the bag that they sent. It is definitely a favorite! Otherwise, I was not overly impressed with the samples in March’s bag.
April 2016
For the first time ever I love everything that came in my ipsy bag.
May 2016 I really like this month’s bag. It has a cute pattern and feel to it. I also like that it has a different type of closure than the usual zipper.
INSPR Beauty Eye Fluff Brush Favorite Smashbox Cosmetics X-Rated Mascara Favorite
How about you? Did you get ipsy’s glam bags? How long have you been getting yours? Have you been 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.
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Ok, so you might remember that for a while I was doing a weekly Jillian Michaels Body Revolution Review. I reviewed up through week 6 and Cardio 2, then the reviews suddenly stopped… I completed workouts for weeks 7 and 8, although I didn’t review them, and I started Cardio 3 and weeks 9-10. One night after doing workout 9 or 10, I rolled over and woke up from a dead sleep, my muscles were so sore and in pain that the simple movement woke me up. It was then that thought to myself, “Why am I doing this to myself?!”
My love for Jillian has not waned, but at this point in my life things are just so busy that I cannot be losing sleep or hobbling around due to muscles that are so stiff and sore from my workouts. I hate to give up on something that I have started, but I cannot complete the body revolution at this point.
I am going to be honest, the moves in Cardio 3 are insane! I did not enjoy the workout at all. I found myself dreading it. I love to exercise, I look forward to it everyday, and don’t want it to become a chore due to the type of workouts I am doing. I love to challenge myself with my workouts, but I cannot risk injury while doing it.
Initially, I found Jillian Michaels’ approach to exercise and dieting highly motivational. Her intense workouts and strict dietary guidelines pushed me to achieve remarkable physical results, which fueled my motivation and determination. I embraced her no-nonsense attitude and believed that pushing my body to its limits was the only way to achieve success. However, as time went on, I began to realize that this approach was taking a toll on my mental health. The relentless pursuit of physical perfection and the constant pressure I placed on myself led to feelings of anxiety, guilt, and a distorted body image. It was then that I decided to change my perspective and adopt a more balanced and loving approach to my body. By prioritizing self-compassion, listening to my body’s needs, and embracing acceptance, I discovered a newfound sense of mental well-being. This shift in thinking allowed me to find joy in movement, cultivate a positive relationship with my body, and ultimately, achieve a healthier and more sustainable approach to overall well-being.
This time of year is so busy and I often feel as if I can’t get every thing done while still doing it all well. I don’t know about you, but sometimes I need a little bit of extra encouragement. When things get busy and my schedule is packed full and I feel like I can’t do it all, I try to remind myself that I can and I will! If you need a bit of extra encouragement today here it is…You can and You will!
I have a major sweet tooth! Despite the fact that I have been trying to eat more healthy lately, when it comes to M&M’sChocolate Chip Cookies I cannot resist them! They are one of my very favorites. Here is one of my favorite recipes
Chocolate Chip M&M’s Cookies
Ingredients
1 cup (2 sticks) butter
2/3 cup brown sugar
2/3 cup sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cup flour
1 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup
1 3/4 cups M&M’S Milk Chocolate Candies
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F degrees.
In a large bowl, cream butter and both sugars until well blended. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix to combine.
In a separate bowl, sift the flour, baking soda and salt together. Slowly add these ingredients into the butter mixture and stir until combined.Fold in the Chocolate Chips and M&M’s and chill the dough for 1 hour, or overnight.
Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto a lightly greased tray, about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 8- 10 minutes for chewy cookies or 12-14 for crispy cookies.
It’s that time of the month again! No, not that time of the month, but the time to receive another ipsy glam bag! I feel as if I have been getting them earlier and earlier every month!
This month’s theme is travel. “Destination Chic by ipsy” The card is a post card that is meant to be filled out and sent back, it says:
“Ready Set Adventure Whether you”re hitting the road or enjoying a staycation, we want to hear all about it! Fill out this card and send it back for a chance to be featured on ipsy social media.”
If you don’t know what ipsy is you can check out my previous post all about it by clicking HERE
This month’s glam bag is super cute! Instead of the usual zipper closure it has a fold over top with a center snap. Ipsters got a bag with either a blue, pink, or purple background with a icons of world travel themed pattern on it. I got a blue one. The bag itself is made of a smooth silky feeling fabric both inside and outside. The feel of it kinda reminds me of what a trench rain coat feel like.
If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook you have already seen what I received. If you don’t follow me on Instagram or Facebook, you totally should be 😉 !
Here’s what I got in my glam bag this month…
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Épicé International Hydrating Mask Weight: 1 oz
“WHY THIS PRODUCT’S FAB: With warmer weather around the corner, you’ll need to keep yourself and your skin hydrated. This refreshing mask uses Kaolin Clay to absorb oil and impurities without stripping your skin of moisture!”
HanaleiLip Treatment Weight: 5 ml
This product has Hawaii’s rare Kukui Nut, that is supposed to heal and protect against dryness. I hate having dry lips, so I am interested to see how I like this lip treatment.
“WHY THIS PRODUCT’S FAB: This rejuvenating Lip Treatment will make your chapped lips a thing of the past. Using Kukui Nut oil, antioxidants, agave and grapeseed oil, your lips will be smooth and moisturized in no time!”
INSPR Beauty Eye Fluff Brush
I can always use another eye shadow brush for blending and buffing. I both love and hate getting brushes in my ipsy glam bags. I have gotten some great brushes that I use daily and I have gotten some others that are just ok. This one is nice and soft. I hope that it is a good one that gets the job done!
Hikari Cosmetics Shimmer Bronzer Weight: .25 oz
I am not s huge fan of sparkly blushes and bronzers, maybe because, even thought it kills me to say, I’m a bit closer to 40 than I am 20. I can definitely use this this bronzer as an eye shadows or highlighter.
Smashbox X-Rated Mascara Weight: .10 fl oz
I have used Smashbox Mascaras before and have always liked them. I love mascaras and always like to try out new ones. Hopefully this one is as good as the other ones I have used. This mascara’s “fiber-loaded formula” is supposed to be clump, flake and smudge-proof! Sounds like a winner, I hope it lives up to the hype!
How about you? Did you get an ipsy’s glam bag? 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.
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