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Ipsy – June

Whoever curated the June bag for Ipsy
was in a frisky and fun mood.

June’s Theme:  On The Wild Side

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Definitely all goes together!

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My photo does not capture the true neon color on this bag.
In a weird way it works and is kind of cute – and I don’t do animal prints!

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J. Cat Beauty Sparkling Cream Palette
Retail $4.49 – Full Size Sample

Um, where to begin…

I told my husband I got eyeshadow that made me “think of
the hookers along Aurora Ave in Seattle” or “a sports boat
with a metal flake paint job.”  When he saw it he could not
believe how accurate that description really is – no exaggerating!

Maybe in small doses – such as used as an eyeliner – or a highlight
along your brow…or for Halloween!
Otherwise, it seems like cheap kiddy make up.

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J. Cat Beauty Eyelashes + Eyelash Glue
Retail $3.99 – Full Size Sample

Now false eyelashes I can get into!
These have a great length with a natural look
that would be easy to trim for your needs.

Not high-end – but good for four bucks.

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Starlooks Lip Pencil in Bare
Retail $12 – Full Size Sample

Starlooks created three colors exclusively for Ipsy.
This is one of them.

I don’t use lip liner
– don’t need to –
so this will be going to someone who can use it.

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NYX Mosaic Powder Blush in Peachy
Retail $7 – Full Size Sample

Peach is not my color.  Great deal if this was a color I could use.
My neighbor is going to love this 🙂

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Chella Ivory Lace Highlighter
Retail $18 – Full Size Sample

Here is my favorite thing in the bag!!!
At first I was WTF is this crayon thingy???
However, this works better than my Benefit Eye Bright!!
Because it is not as pink it works better at concealing dark circles.

Bonus, it has Jojoba in it – so it is very moisturizing – not drying.
Keep in mind – this is hard to correct if you use too much
so a light touch goes a long way!!

Total Value for my June Ipsy bag – $45.48

Even with a couple of misfires this month rocks for value!!

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Birchbox – June

Yay, it’s that time of the month again!
(noooo – not THAT time of the month)
My June Birchbox is here!

June’s Theme:  Wanderlust

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 I already see a few loves – let’s break it down

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The box menu for the month

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Super cute postcards.
These would actually be fun in some Ikea frames
and used among framed vacation pictures for a wall collage!

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Davines Love Smoothing and Oi Absolute Beautifying Potion
Shampoo – Retail $24 for 250 ml/8.45 fl oz – Sample Value $7.20 for 75 ml/2.5 fl oz
Conditioner – Retail $27.50 for 250 ml/8.45 fl oz – Sample Value $1.32 for 12 ml/.41 fl oz
Oil – Retail $41 for 135 ml/4.56 fl oz – Sample Value $0.91 for 3 ml/.10 fl oz

The salon I go to uses Davines exclusively.  I do love their products and have used these in the past.
However, I don’t care for their shampoos – they don’t clean my scalp very well.
Their conditioners rock!  I have thick/coarse hair with lots of curl and found the Momo
conditioner is my favorite!  The Love is a very close second.

The oil works great – my hair stylist uses it every time I get my hair done
but my husband does not like the smell very much.

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LAQA & Co Lil’ Lip Duo
Retail $16 for 2 – Sample Value $8

Whoa!  I was hoping this would be a shear pop of color.
It’s very opaque and kind of clownish looking on me.
The color is a crazy hot pink that looks like my toddler painted my lips.
Not exactly going to inspire passionate kisses from the hubs…

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Suki Exfoliate Foaming Cleanser
Retail $32.95 for 4 fl oz – Sample Value $2.06 for .25 fl oz

I love the use of sugar as an exfoliant – how brilliant!
And a little goes a looooong way.  This tiny tub should last 4 to 5 times!

What I don’t love is the smell…
Imagine having Pledge furniture cleaner smeared on your face.

Also, this is not a very effective cleanser.
But for a scrub every few days it will be great.

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Color Club Wanderlust Collection – London Calling
Retail $8 for 4 minis – Sample Value $2

I have to admit I am getting a little used to this colored White Out fad for nails.
This is a fun green color – but I wish I had it back in March
for St. Patrick’s Day!

This is my first time getting Color Club.
I have been using lots of products that are 3, 4, and 5 free
(Butter, Essie, Zoya…)
so the fumes were a shock to the system!

Update:  I got tons of compliments with this color!
Looks great with tan toes!

Total Value for my June Birchbox – $21.49

All-in-all this was a nice assortment with all but one item getting used.

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about Birchbox based on my post.

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