Sephora Play November Unboxing

This months Play box theme was Best In Glow. I must admit that this box is not my favorite that I have received. 

This is what I received in my box:

- Cover FX Illuminating Primer

- Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Color in Rose Gold

- Caudalie Vinosource Moisturizing Sorbet

- Sephora Collection Ultra Shine Lip Gel in Pin Up Pink

- Glam Glow Thirsty Mud Hydrating Treatment

My perfume this month was Maison Margiela Replica Lipstick On and as always I received a card for 50 extra beauty points. 

What did you think of this box? Let me know in the comments!

Palmetto Derma Rejuvenating Antioxidant Mask Review

You can purchase the full size of this mask for $64 on the Palmetto Derma Website. So it is one of the more expensive masks I have tried. 

This is a clay mask that claims to purify skin by absorbing impurities and cleaning pores and skin. 

This mask has a very medicinal scent that is quiet strong and lasted about a day, even after multiple times washing my face. It does make your face tingle as it is drying but its not bad. It left my face very soft and smooth, unfortunately it did make my face feel extremely dry. 

Would I purchase? No

Derma E Hydrating Day Cream Review

You can purchase this day cream for $25.99 at Ulta. 

This is an extra- rich hydrating day cream that replenishes long-lasting anti-aging moisture throughout the day without feeling heavy on your skin. It also helps diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. 

It is also gluten free, paraben free, hypoallergenic and is not tested on animals. 

This is a very creamy day cream that has a floral scent. It left no greasy residue and sat perfectly under my makeup. My face stayed very hydrated for a full 24 hours. 

Would I purchase? Yes

Tony Moly Bubble Mask Sheet Review

You can purchase this mask at Ulta for $6.50. I have really been wanting to try a bubble mask so I was really excited to see this in my local Ulta store. 

This is a mild, bubble peeling wash off mask that absorbs impurities. 

To use this mask, after cleansing face, take out the sheet mask and attach to face. After 5-10 minuets when the oxygen bubbles fully form, massage skin with bubbles, remove the sheet, massage the face with he remaining bubbles and than wash face with clean water and pat skin dry. 

This was a really fun mask to use. It is only a half face mask but it was so worth it. It did not have a scent at all which was nice. The bubbles form and its really foamy but fun. It is not drippy at all and my face felt super clean and soft. My face did feel a bit dried out but nothing major. 

This was just a fun change to a regular face mask. 

Would I purchase? Yes

Sephora Collection Rouge Shine Lipstick Review

You can purchase the full size of this lipstick for $12.50 at Sephora. There are 29 colors that are the High Shine Finish formula and 10 colors that are the Shimmer Finish formula. The glossy shades include clear pigments and carnauba was for a wet lip look. The shimmering and metallic formulas contain 3D shimmering particles and shea butter. It is also not tested on animals. 

I received the color Love Spell, below is the swatch of the color. 

This is a very creamy, beautiful nude pink color. It did not last long on the lips though. 

Would I purchase? Probably not

Scentbird November Unboxing

This month the perfume I picked out was Tom Ford Black Orchid. It is a warm woody scent and I have found that it lasts really well for the whole day. Perfect for fall and winter. 

The scent for December is Pinrose Wild Child. This is a scent that I am definitely going to be adding to my queue. 

For November 21-29 Scentbird has provided me with a link to get a buy one get one free promotion. So you would pay for your first month and get your second month free! There are also some great gift sets available for your holiday gifts! 

Just click here to check it out!

Keep sending me your recommendations for me to check out in future months!

Eden BodyWorks Jojoba Monoi Deep Conditioner Review

You can purchase this deep conditioner at Target for $8.59.

This deep conditioner is good for all textures and hair types. It claims to balance the hairs moisture level for stronger, healthier, more manageable hair.
It is also paraben and sulfate free.

This conditioner has a very mentholated scent. It is color safe and made my hair very soft and easy to comb through. The only problem I had was that it really weighted down my hair.

Would I purchase? No just because of the fact it weighted down my hair.

Que Bella Moisturizing Gel Eye Masks Review

You can purchase these eye masks at Target for $2.99. They come as a pack of 3.

These eye masks claim to restore the skin around your eyes and visibly reduce fine lines and wrinkles and leave your eye area bright and soft. 

There was no scent to these eye patches and I think the price for 3 packs is a really great value. The patches were very comfortable and very cooling. My eye area was very soft and fine lines were visibly reduced. 

Would I purchase? Yes

Blinc Mascara Amplified Review

You can purchase this mascara at Sephora for $26. It is available in Black and Dark Brown. 

This is a tube- forming, water- resistant mascara that can give build able volume with no smudging, flaking, running or clumping. 

This Mascara claims to coat lashes with a glossy, volumizing and extending coat that forms tiny tubes are the lash. It applies like a traditional mascara which gives the ability to build the results you are looking for. You can even reapply after it dries. 

Removing is easy and does not need makeup remover. Just add a little warm water and gentle pressure and the tubes slide off your lashes. You will be able to see the tubes on your hand. It comes off with no mess left behind. 

This is a good mascara for sensitive eyes, athletes, contact lens wearers or even to layer or fake lashes and lash extensions. 

There was good and bad points to this mascara. Overall, I really was happy with this product. It provided great length to my lashes, while making my lashes look very natural. It is however, a very, very wet formulas that took forever to dry and overtime I blinked my eyes it made a mess. There was no flaking or smudging and lasted till I removed it. The removal is really quiet easy. I just wet my face and fingers and slid the tubes right off my lashes. 

Would I purchase? Maybe, I liked how my lashes looked but I did not like how messy it was. 

Essence Superfine Eyeliner Pen Review

You can purchase this waterproof eyeliner at Ulta for $2.99.

This is a super fine waterproof eye liner that is extremely long- lasting and has great precision with its slim felt- tip applicator. 

The felt- tip applicator on this liner is really great. It draws the line very evenly and made application very easy. It is very pigmented and did not flake or smudge all day and lasted till I removed my makeup. 

Would I purchase? Yes, in my opinion this is a great alternative to the higher end liners. 

Caudalie Instant Detox Mask Review

You can purchase the full size of this mask for $39 at Sephora. 

This is a detoxifying mask that draws out toxins from clogged pores. It claims to bring dull, tired skin to life. It clears the pores and purifies the skin. It uses grape marc to detoxify, pink clay and coffee to clarify and papaya enzymes to boost radiance. It is free of parabens, phthalates, and sulfates. 

To use, apply a thin layer twice a week on a dry face while avoiding the eye area, leave on for 5-10 minuets, rinse and follow with your normal serum or moisturizer. 

This mask had a very strong scent. It is a clay type mask that takes a lot of product to make a thin layer. It is a pink color that dried nude. My face was left smooth and hydrated. 

Would I purchase? Probably not. I am not a huge fan of clay type masks and did not like the scent. 

S.W. Basics Lip Balm Review

You can purchase this lip balm at Target for $5. 

This is an organic lip balm made of only Cocoa Butter, Coconut Oil, Beeswax, and Peppermint Essential Oils. It claims to be an ultra rich, moisturizing lip treatment. 

This lip balm is awesome! It smells like Chocolate Peppermints. It is very creamy and makes my lips tingle. My lips stay hydrated for a full 12 hours which is awesome! I like not having to reapply my lip balm a million times a day. 

Would I purchase? YES!

Que Bella Intensive Foot Mask Review

I picked this foot mask up at Target for around $2. 

This mask claims to be an intense moisture treatment that helps soften dry, cracked heels and feet. It also claims that after just one use you will notice improved skin tone and texture. 

To use this mask, first wash your feet with warm water and than put this sock style mask on each foot and leave on for 20 minuets. 

This mask had no noticeable scent and were very easy to put on with no mess. They were a bit slippery to walk in but I put socks on over them and it was fine. My feet did have a tingling feeling towards the end of the 20 minuets but at the end my feet were so soft and hydrated. I think these are my favorite mask I have tried. 

Would I purchase? Yes

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November Target Beauty Box Unboxing

I just got my Target Beauty Box a couple days ago and my feelings are torn on if I like this box or not. Quite honestly I am tired of getting eye liner in just about every beauty box lately. I also have received this face mask in the past.

The following is what I received  in this box:

- L'Oréal Advanced HairCare Volume Filler Thickening Shampoo

- Andalou Naturals 1000 Roses Beautiful Day Cream

- Hask Keratin Protein Soothing Deep Conditioner

- Laneige Water Bank Soothing Mask

- W3LL People Bio Brightener Stick in Universal Glow

- L'Oréal Vouluminos Primer

- Revlon Color Stay Eyeliner in Black

Let me know in the comments what your opinion of this months box is!

Kleenex Facial Cleansing Wipe Review

You can purchase these at Walmart for $10.24. I know I received these in the Cottonelle box from Target but I could not find these on Targets website so I had to use Walmart to get a price.
These are a multi-layered, textured fabric and gentle cleanser infused with a vitamin complex wipe that removes makeup, sweat and dirt better than washing alone. They are alcohol- free, water- based formula that contains aloe, vitamin E, white tea and cucumber extract. They also claim that they leave no residue. They are dermatologist- tested and hypoallergenic for all skin types.
I found that there was a really strong scent to these wipes. So, if you don't like scents than this is probably not the product for you. I thought this wipe was a very, very soft cloth with just the right amount of wetness, leaving my face clean, refreshed and soft.

Would I purchase? Possibly, I am not a big fan of the scent

The Balm Hot Mama! Review

You can purchase this product at Kohls for $20.00.

This is an Eyeshadow, blush and highlight all in one. It is a beautiful peachy- pink color. It is oil- free, talc- free, paraben- free and non comedogenic. 

This blush is a really great value for the price. The color is really natural looking with a slight shimmer. It is perfect for my fair skin. It lasted all day with out breaking down or sliding off. 

Would I purchase? Yes

Dr Jart + Water Drop Hydrating Moisturizer Review

You can purchase this moisturizer for $36 at Sephora. 

This water based moisturizer provides long lasting moisture and brighten dull looking skin while visibly plumping and boosting overall appearance.  It is good for all skin types and it is a good solution for dryness, dullness, uneven texture, and uneven skin tone. This contains an innovative formula that bursts tiny water droplets, providing instant hydration and brighting dull skin. It is free of parabens, sulfates, and phthalates. 

This is a really neat moisturizer. It was totally different from any moisturizer I had used in the past. It smells like the cereal Fruity Pebbles. It is a gel like consistency that turns to water on your skin. It absorbs quickly with no residue leaving my face very hydrated for the entire day. 

Would I purchase? Yes

Maybelline The Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara Review

You can purchase this mascara at Ulta for $9.49. There are 3 shade. I have Very Black.
This mascara claims to have a revolutionary shaped brush and bristles that scoops and lifts from the roots to add volume to your lashes. It is ophthalmologist tested and safe for contact lenses.
I had tried this mascara in the past but wanted to give it another shot when I received this in a beauty box awhile back.
It is a drier  formula which is nice. It made my lashes very long, giving the appearance of false lashes. I did have a slight amount of climbing when I applied more than one coat. However, there was no smudging or flaking and it lasted all day.

Would I purchase? yes

Sephora Pomegranate Mask Review

You can purchase this mask at Sephora for $6. There are 8 different masks in their line I believe. 

These masks are a natural fiber sheet mask. This Pomegranate mask claims to awaken, energize and protect the skin with pomegranate extract. 

This mask smelled like pomegranates. It was a really strong scent. It was very saturated but not drippy which was nice. I found it to be very large, normally masks fit my face fine, but this one was into my hair my a couple inches. Unfortunately, this made my face really red and irritated. 

Would I purchase? No

L'Oréal Revitalift Miracle Blur Review

I recently received both of these products for a Buzz Agent challenge. I must admit I was pleasantly surprised by the outcome of both of these products. I did receive both for free to try out but the reviews are my own opinion. 

The first product I tried was the Revitalift Miracle Blur Skin Smoother Finishing Cream. You can purchase this product at Walmart for $17.97

This product is more of a primer before makeup. It claims to diminish lines, wrinkles, pores, and uneven texture. 

I found that this product was very thick with a sunscreen scent. It did diminish pores and my face felt very smooth with a matte finish. The only problem I had was that my make up did not sit well over it. One foundation balled up on it and another foundation broke down within an hour. I think this product will be perfect in the summer time when I don't feel like wearing makeup with how well this blurs my pores. 

                                           

This Revitalift Miracle Blur Eye Smoother can be purchased at Walmart for $17.97.

This product claims to diminish the appearance of crow's feet, fatigue, puffiness, dark circles and aging.

I found this product works amazing! It diminished my dark circles to the point that I did not even have to use any concealer. My eyes were less puffy as well. It also made the eye area very smooth. It does have a perfume scent but it is not strong and doesn't last on your skin long.

Overall,
I am very happy with both products. Thank you Buzz Agent for allowing me to try them out!

Cottonelle Fresh Care Flushable Wipes Review

You can purchase the full size of this product for $2.48 at Walmart.
I received these awhile back in the Cottonelle box I received from Target. I have never used flushable wipes up until this point so I am very curious to try these out.
This blog post also starts the month long series of more household related blogs. They will post every friday for the month of November. I will also have a couple of guest bloggers adding to this series as well.
These flushable wipes claim to make you feel cleaner and fresher than toilet paper alone. These are alcohol- free and contain a little amount of moisture.
I will be honest and admit that I will not be flushing mine down the toilet so I will not be able to let you know how well they do at being flushed or anything like that.
These wipes were unscented and very soft. They left me feeling clean and refreshed.

Would I purchase? Yes

Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Night Cap Overnight Perfector Review

You can purchase this product for $28 at Sephora. 

This is an easy to use solution that provides up to 1 week of shiny, vibrant, manageable hair overnight that should last through 5 shampoos. It is also free of parabens, sulfates, and phthalates. 

How to use: apply on damp or dry hair before bed, start with 2-3 pumps and spread product evenly in hands. Distribute evenly from root to tip, focusing on ends. Comb through and leave in overnight, style or wash out in the morning. 

This has a fun pineapple scent. It absorbs really fast and left my hair shiny and feeling healthy. The product did last through the 5 shampoos as well. 

Would I purchase? Maybe

Clean & Clear Deep Action 60 Second Shower Mask Review

I have been loving doing sheet masks lately but when I got this sample I was pretty excited to try this mask out. 

You can purchase the full size at Ulta for $5.99. 

This mask works with the stream from your shower to deeply but gently exfoliate away dirt, oil and dead skin. It is also completely oil- free.

This is a really nice, quick mask. It has a really nice, clean scent. It is a creamy consistency but has a gritty texture to help with the exfoliating. It is very refreshing with an almost tingly feeling. My face was very soft and felt very clean. The only complaint I had was that it made my face feel dried out. 

Would I purchase? Yes

Avène Hydrance Optimale Hydrating Serum Review

You can purchase the full size of this serum for $38 at the Dermstore.

This serum soothes sensitive skin with saturating hydration while promoting healing and cellular regeneration, It leaves your complexion feeling soft and supple as well as relieves tightness and irritation. 

There is no scent to this serum and it is an almost gel like consistency. It absorbed very quickly with it not being greasy at all. My face felt very soft and hydrated after use and it left my face with a matte like finish, 

Would I purchase? Yes