February 2015 Birchbox Unboxing!

Watch below for my February 2015 Birchbox Unboxing (as the title of this post makes clear :p):

What I got in my box:

1.) Benefit Cosmetics Posiebalm

2.) Davines MINU Shampoo

*Bonus* Davines MINU Hair Serum

3.) Gilchrist & Soames London Collection Shower Gel

4.) Harvey Prince Hello perfume

5.) Marcelle Gentle Make-up Remover for Sensitive Eyes

NYX Haul

Products I mentioned:

Blushes-

1.) Cinnamon $5.00

2.) Peach $5.00

3.) Backed Blush in Ignite $7.00

4.) Matt Bronzer in Medium $9.00

Eyeliners:

5.) Studio Liquid Liner in Extreme Black $4.50

Lips:

6.) Black Label Lipstick in Garnet $7.50

7.) Matte Lipstick in Butter $6.00

8.) Matte Lipstick in Indie Flick $6.00

9.) Matte Lipstick in Shocking Pink $6.00

10.) Matte Lipstick in Sweet Pink $6.00

11.) Soft Matte Lip Creme in Abu Dhabi $6.00

I purchased these all at from the NYX website

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TMI Tag!

Hey ya'll! Tag video time! I got this idea/was "tagged" by Kandee Johnson!!! Check out her channel here video here.

Here's all the questions:

1: What are you wearing?

2: Ever been in love?

3: Ever had a terrible breakup?

4: How tall are you?

5: How much do you weigh?

6: Any tattoos?

7: Any piercings?

8: OTP?

9: Favorite show?

10: Favorite bands?

11: Something you miss? .

12: Favorite song?

13: How old are you?

14: Zodiac sign?

15: Quality you look for in a partner?

16: Favorite Quote?

17: Favorite actor?

18: Favorite color?

19: Loud music or soft?

20: Where do you go when you're sad?

21: How long does it take you to shower?

22: How long does it take you to get ready in the morning?

23: Ever been in a physical fight?

24: Turn on?

25: Turn off?

26: The reason I joined Youtube?

27: Fears?

28: Last thing that made you cry?

29: Last time you said you loved someone?

30: Meaning behind your Youtube Name?

31: Last book you read?

32: The book you're currently reading?

33: Last show you watched?

34: Last person you talked to?

35: The relationship between you and the person you last texted?

36: Favorite food?

37: Place you want to visit?

38: Last place you were?

39: Do you have a crush?

40: Last time you kissed someone?

41: Last time you were insulted?

42: Favorite flavor of sweet?

43: What instruments do you play??

44: Favorite piece of jewelry?

45: Last sport you played?

46: Last song you sang?

47: Favorite chat up line?

48: Have you ever used it?

49: Last time you hung out with anyone?

50: Who should answer these questions next?

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Ipsy December 2013

Hey! I'm here with a video for December's Ipsy "Unboxing" Enjoy!

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Products I got in my bag:

Pop Beauty Bright Up Your Life Eyeshadow Trio

Be A Bombshell The One Stick

Nicka K New York Nail Polish in Red

NYX Extra Creamy Round Lipstick

English Laundry Signature Perfume

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Nordstrom Beauty Sales!

Quick blog post here just to let you all know there's a crazy beauty sale going on at Nordstrom.com right now. There are so many awesome, and high end brands on sale. Most of it is a 10% off sale.

I also suggest that you use Ebates.com to purchase, because then you ALSO get an addition 5% back on your purchase! What more can you ask for? Well, free product I guess :p

Anyway, go check it out!

I will have a video posted either later today or tomorrow on Lime Crime!

Don't forget about my giveaway!

Lime Crime Lipstick Swatches

I've got some Lime Crime swatches for you guys!! Don't forget to enter my giveaway here!

I'll have another post up sometime this month too, because I placed an order on Black Friday with Lime Crime too, but without further ado:

Products mentioned:

Lipsticks:

• Airborne Unicorn - I absolutely love it and do think it's wearable. One of my fav. colors of the collection.
• D'Lilac - Love it, but a little too crazy for me, definitely will use it, but in moderation.
• Coquette - Awesome nude shade
• Chinchilla - Really unique, amazing shade. Definitely wearable even though it's a bold color.
• Mint to Be - Completely unwearable, and the consistency was so different from the other lipsticks, it was very drying and hard to work with. 
• Cosmopop - Beautiful coral/pink/orange shade. Unique, crazy, but still wearable.
• My Beautiful Rocket - One of my fav. colors of the collection. Amazing, perfect orange.

Carousel Gloss:

• Holly Gram - Such an interesting, unique lipgloss. Definitely might be considered "unwearable" by many, but I actually think I can rock this and pull it off (call me crazy!)

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My Favorite Lipsticks for Fall/Winter

Hey! Check out my favorite lipsticks for the Fall/Winter!

Also, don't forget to enter my giveaway, click here!

Products mentioned:
Maybelline ColorSensational Fall 2013 Collection:
-1005 Midnight Plum
-995 Violet Intrigue
-1000 Lavender Voltage

Loreal Lipstick -710 Mulberry

Rimmel Lipstick- Kate Moss Collection- 107 and 104

Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick- Venom

Lancome Color Design Lipstick- Natural Beauty

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Zoya MatteVelvet Jewels Gift Set Trio Review/Swatches

UPDATE: According to their FB page, the Trio Set might be sold out as early as tomorrow (11/22/13) go get your hands on it now if you want it!

Hey Everyone! 

I have some swatches and a review for you guys on the Zoya MatteVelvet Jewels LE (Limited Edition) Gift Set Trio.

I have the colors: Veruschka, Savita, Posh which come in a collection set for $27. This IS a limited edition collection. It's perfect for the holiday seasons so I suggest grabbing it!

Based on their website they say that these are not meant to be worn with a base coat, top coat, or any speed dryer. Also, since the formula for these nail polishes are unique they tend to not be as long wearing. I literally JUST got the trio in and haven't tested out its longevity yet, but Zoya has never failed to amaze me.

The purpose of the entire collection is that they dry matte, but there is shimmer to them. Although they suggest not wearing a top coat, if you do, the colors aren't matte anymore but they do come out glossy and beautiful.

Here are some pictures (non with base or top coat):

Veruschka

Veruschka is a gorgeous emerald green. It's very opaque and I used 2 coats to get the perfect coverage/consistency. Green is my favorite color so I obviously love this polish.

Posh

Posh is a beautiful, classy ruby red. It took longer to dry and turn matte the the other shades, but once it dries I do think it's gorgeous. I don't love the color red on my nails, but once it finished drying (and turning matte) I think it may have been my favorite shade from the collection.

Savita

Savita is described as an amethyst purple shade. I would just go with the term "grape" :p

It reminds me so perfectly of a purple grape, especially once it's matte because often grapes take on that matte texture. I love purple, but this was probably my least favorite shade from the collection which isn't saying too much because it's only 3 shades and they are all really great. I also found this shade to take more coats then the others. In the swatch I am wearing 3 coats and to be truly opaque I could've used one more coat.

Overall, I love the collection, as I do almost every other Zoya nail polish I own. If you follow me on Instagram  you may have seen the pictures I post about my Zoya polishes...I have a LOT. This collection is perfect for the holiday season, specifically Veruschka and Posh.

Anyway, run out and buy this! It's awesome!

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100 Subscribers Giveaway!

Hey everyone! I wanted to do a giveaway for when I hit 100 subscribers. I don't know how long that will take, but the RaffleCopter below is set until December 31st, so hopefully some time before then!

There will be 3 winners.

The video below describes all the information you'll need to know.
Enter with the RaffleCopter below! If you have any questions, just leave a comment!
Good luck!

To enter you must:
1.)Be 18+ or have your parents permission
2.) Live in the U.S. (I'm sorry to anyone international, with bigger giveaway I can include you in the future!)
3.) Subscribe to my blog (link is below)
4.) Leave a comment on my blog telling me why you want to win

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My Favorite Blushes

Hey! Here are my favorite blushes at the moment:

Stila Custom Color Blush- Pink ($20) 

Kryolan for Glossybox Blush- Glossy Rosewood (not sold for retail)

NARS Blush- Orgasm ($29)

MAC Blush- Peaches ($21)

mark. "Good Glowing" Blush- Sunlove Glo ($9)

NARS Blush- Exhibit A ($29) (Part of the Guy Bourdin collection, but NOT limited edition)

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Lancome Kohl In Love Eyeliner Review

Hey! I have a review on the Lancome Kohl In Love Waterproof Eyeliners today! Watch below :D

These retail for $26 which is quite an investment, but like I said, they're one of the best eyeliners I've ever used. Absolutely comparable to the Urban Decay 24/7 Liners. You can purchase these from Lancome directly, here.

Below are some swatches and pictures:

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Ipsy December 2012

What I got:

1.) NYX Loose Pearl Shadow in Charcoal Pearl

2.) Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Eye Pencil in Zero

3.) Be a Bombshell Lipgloss in Hot Mess

4.) Mirabella Prime for face & eyes

5.) Mai Couture Highlighter paper

6.) BONUS ITEM: Urban Decay Naked Skin Beauty Balm

So impressed with this month's bag, Ipsy is doing its thing!

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Boots No7 Beautiful Skin review

This is the 4th and final product I'll be reviewing from the Influenster Beauty Blogger VoxBox(but I did receive 3 other products I am not reviewing /:

So here is my review for the Boots No7 Beautiful Skin products:

I got the cleansing balm and the night cream(as you can see from the picture above) and I really liked them. I'm not huge on creams except for moisturizers, but my skin gets very dry in the winter so these came at the perfect time. I also love that they are hypo-allergenic so my boyfriend can use them as well. I got them for FREE from Influenster for testing/reviewing purposes.

Here is what Influenster/Boots had to say about these products:

"Beautiful Skin - the newest and easy to use two-step range of everyday skincare cleansers and moisturizers, tailored to your specific skin type eliminating the need for toners. Products are color-coded, making it easy to find just the right products for your skin type: Normal/Oily (Pink), Normal/Dry (Green) and Dry/Very Dry (Lilac)"

"Boots No7 Beautiful Skin Cleansing Balm Dry/Very Dry 
A gentle, non-drying balm that cleverly dissolves make-up and impurities to help keep skin looking clear and healthy. Works in one simple step leaving no residue, just perfectly clean, soft and supple skin. It includes replenishing ceramides to help nourish dry skin and Glycerin and cocoa butter for deeper hydration. 

How to Use 
Spread a little cleanser between fingertips and palms of hands. Massage into the skin, working upwards across the neck and face, avoiding the eye area for about 20-30 seconds. 

Best applied to dry skin, massage upward and across the skin using cotton or wool, avoiding the eye area, and wipe off."

For their night cream:

"Boots No7 Beautiful Skin Night Cream Dry/Very Dry:
Instantly nourishes and promotes optimum hydration for healthy-looking radiant skin. making it less likely to be dry in the future. Containing additional moisturizing properties, this is exactly the care dry skin needs overnight to ensure you wake up with nourished and healthy looking skin. Glycerin, Shea butter and ceramides are added to the formulas leaving it incredibly smooth. Designed to work in harmony with your skin, replacing lost moisture and leaving you with healthy looking radiant skin. 

How to Use:
Smooth into your face and neck after cleansing every evening"

So as I mentioned, I really liked these skin care products. They aren't too expensive either, the Night Cream is $13.99 and the Cleanser is $8.49.

Have you tried these products? Do you like them, anything you didn't like?

Kiss Ever PRO Lash Starter Kit

This is the 3rd product I'm reviewing from the Influenster voxbox! I'll be reviewing the Kiss Ever PRO Lash Starter Kit(which I got for FREE from Influenster to review/test):

This is what Influenster and Kiss say about this product:

"Made from highest quality human hair. Use with Kiss adhesive for optimal results. Latex free, odor free, waterproof, flexible formula for 24hr hold, easy applicator."

"Ever tried applying eyelashes but became frustrated when they didn’t position correctly? Only to remove them and start over? Kiss Ever PRO Lash Starter Kit provides everything you need for amazing lashes instantly! Each kit includes 1 pair of Eyelashes, 1 3g Adhesive,and 1 PRO Lash Applicator. The new PRO Lash Applicator allows for a flawless application every time! Kiss lashes come in a variety of styles that are perfect for everything from day wear to a formal evening event. 

To Use: Simply apply glue to the lash band and let set for 30-60 seconds for adhesive to become slightly clear and tacky. Using the PRO Lash Applicator, apply lashes along the natural lash line. Hold, allowing adhesive to dry completely. Do the same to the second eyelash. Both lashes have a perfect fit!

Kiss Ever PRO Lash Starter Kit retails for $4.99 and are available at Walgreens stores nationwide. For more information and how-to videos, visit EverEZlashes.com."

I love false lashes, so they never hurt to get, especially for free :D The only part of the product I didn't love was a.) the applicator isn't necessary for me, it just kind of got in the way(but I can see how some people may LOVE it) and b.) the glue just isn't as good as Duo Lash glue, but I did love the glue applicator it came with, made it easier to apply to the lashes.

Have any of you tried these? How did you feel about them? Comment below and let me know!

NYC New York Color IndividualEyes Custom Compact

As I mentioned in my previous post, I got the Beauty Blogger Voxbox from Influenster. It's a FREE box that we get for participating in past boxes and being active in social media.

The next product I'm reviewing is the NYC Individual Eyes Custom Compact:

According to the Influesnter and NYC, here is a description of the product:

"Straight from the city that never sleeps, NYC New York Color offers products with uptown style at down-to-earth prices, from $.99 - $4.99. The energy, style, and color of New York City shines through the wide range of shades, textures and innovative products. NYC always delivers the most on-trend products & shades hot off the runway!"

"NYC New York Color's all-in-one compact gives you everything you need for a complete eye look: primer, illuminator, applicator and complementing shadows. With four vibrant colors designed for your eye color, you can create a look as individual as you are!"

This is the product I liked least in my VoxBox. I do like the colors that are in it, however, I don't see how it is very individualized for peoples eyes. Also, the pigmentation of the shadows are nice, but the layout of the palette makes it so the shadow dust gets into the illuminator and primer. The thing I liked the least in this palette are the illuminator and the primer. They just did not work well. The primer was way too oily for me, and the illuminator just didn't work. It made my eyeshadow look worse.

Overall, for the price($4.99) the product isn't horrible, but I wouldn't purchase this for myself. How do you guys feel about this palette(those of you who have tried it?)

Bath & Body Works Fall Mini Candle

So as some of you may know, I am part of a program called Influenster. Basically you stay social in social media and keep your score up high(they recently changed this) and you get FREE boxes of goodies that are themed. They switch up the theme every box.

This box that I got was the Beauty Blogger Voxbox and it had a whole lot of awesome goodies. In this post I'm gonna go over the Bath & Body Works Fall Mini Candle that I received. 

According to Influenster/Bath & Body Works this is the description of the candle:

"Highly fragranced candle exclusively developed and tested by our team of Home Fragrance experts, including the world's best master perfumers. Made using the highest concentration of fragrance oils, an exclusive blend of vegetable wax and lead-free wicks for optimal performance"

"Mini but Mighty! Our Mini Candles provide an amazing fragrance experience exclusively developed and tested by our team of Home Fragrance experts, including the world's best master perfumers. Now in an elegant glass container, these are the perfect size for trialing all our fall home fragrances! Mini Candles burn approximately 15 hours."

So I got this candle for FREE from Influenster and I really liked it. The biggest downfall with it is that it doesn't last very long. I had it burning for about 3 hours and it was already done, but it IS a mini candle, so that's the point I guess. They do say in the description it should last 15 hrs. I really don't feel like that is the case, but I may have done something wrong for all I know.

It did smell wonderfully so that was great, and they aren't expensive! They are $3.50 for the mini ones. You can also buy the small ones for $9.50 and the medium sized ones for $12.50. They also offer 3-Wick ones for $19.50(and in my Influenster box I got a coupon for a 3-Wick one for $10!)

Did any of you get the Beauty Blogger Voxbox? How did you feel about it? 

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Influenster Beauty Blogger Vox Box

I love being an Influenster! I got accepted into the Beauty Blogger Vox Box and I love it! Here are some pictures:

EBOOST in flavor Orange-$1.40

Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin-$7.29

Kiss Ever Pro Lashes Starter Kit-$5.99

Boots No. 7 Beautiful Skin Cleansing Balm and Night Cream- cost is unknow

Not Your Mother's Kinky Moves Curl Defining Hair Cream-$6.00 for full bottle(which this is not)

NYC New York Color IndividualEyes Custom Compact-$4.99

Bath & Body Works Mini Candles/10$ off coupon-$3.50

The whole lot!

Give me a couple of weeks and I'll have a review post up too on all of these products!! Ill upload a un-boxing also!

Giveaway Time <3

So like I promised, it's giveaway time!!!

There will be 2 winners for this giveaway: the 1st randomly chosen winner will choose the 1st 2 eyeshadows they want and either Purity or Raven. The 2nd randomly chosen winner will get the other 2 eyeshadows and the other nail polish.

The colors that I'm giving away are: Apparition, Corpselike, Gruesome, and Permanent Address.

The 2 nail polish colors are Purity and Raven.

The giveaway is open only nationally unfortunately. You need to be 18 or older, OR have parental permission(since I'll need your e-mail and shipping address).

Here are some pictures:

All dry, no primer, left to right: Gruesome, Corpselike, Permanent Address

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*Disclaimer: I bought all of the eyeshadows/nail polish myself
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October Birchbox(Collaboration with Goop!)

I got my Birchbox and I know a lot of people were very underwhelmed but I actually really liked my box. Here are some pictures:

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I'm very impressed with this month, unlike a lot of other people. MyGlam was a bit better then Birchbox this month, but BB very rarely disappoints me, MyGlam often did, so we'll see what happens.