ipsy: June 2014

June's theme is "Pretty in Paradise." The bag was designed by Rebecca Minkoff, but I have to admit I'm not liking it. It's just meh for me.

The info card:

The reverse has the logos of the possible brands sampled in the bag, as well as details on how to win a one-year free ipsy subscription.

So, I peeked in my glam room and was happy about my items, but now that I have them in person I am less so but after looking at all the possible samples there wasn't anything I wanted and did not receive.

Nicka K New York

Shimmer Eyeliner - Blue

Full size sample! Sample size: 0.1 oz (Full size: $4.99)

"Add an instant touch of sparkling glamour with Nicka K New York Shimmer Eyeliners. Specially formulated, and equipped with a foam tip applicator for effortless glide, and water, smudge, and fade-resistant long wear. Available in twelve twinkling shades and two impact matte shades!"

Wow is this blue! It is definitely not an everyday color for me, but I think it could be a fun special occasion look.

NYX

Butter Gloss - Éclair

Full size sample! Sample size: 0.27 fl

oz/8 mL (Full size: $5)

"Buttery soft and silky smooth, the scrumptious new NYX Butter Lip Gloss tastes as sweet as a sugar cookie—and makes your lips look downright luscious. Swipe it on alone or over your favorite lipstick for creamy sheer to medium coverage that melts onto your lips and is never sticky."

Love lip products and this color is right up my alley. The smell is nice too.

Carol's Daughter

Sacred Tiare Styling Cream

Sample size: 0.5 fl oz/15 mL (Full size: $12)

"Say goodbye to unmanageable frizz and hair breakage, and hello to frizz-free and fortified hair. This protective blow dry cream repairs as it freezes your sleek style into place as you blow-dry and flat iron so you can have unmatched control and hair that's healthier than before. Made with strand-strengthening Coprah Coconut Oil, a sacred, protein-rich ingredient that is blended with Tiare Gardenia Flower, follicle-restoring Pro-vitamin B5 and nourishing Moringa Seed Oil for a flawless finish that's stronger and smoother. 

Powerful ingredients at work: 
• Coprah Coconut Oil 
• Tiare Gardenia 
• Shea Butter 
• Moringa Oil 
• Jojoba 
• Hibiscus 
• Silk 
• Olive Oil

PLUS, NO Parabens, NO Phlalates, NO Petroleum, NO Mineral Oil, NO Artificial Colors."

This product intrigued me. I don't style my hair with heat very frequently, but I'll give it a go when next I do. 

OFRA

Universal Eyebrow Pencil

Full size sample! Sample size: 0.4 oz (Full size: $13)

"OFRA's Universal Eyebrow Pencil is a resistant pencil suitable for the most sensitive eye area. It is the perfect solution for your eyebrows and is called Universal Eyebrow Pencil for a reason as it is one color to suit all skin tones. It is soft enough and will make it easy for you to create a perfect shape.

Can be applied directly to the eyebrow area then smudge gently with a small brush applicator. Created with a synthetic Beeswax base for a smooth, soft and long lasting application which will also hold those pesty stray eyebrow hairs in place."

I don't need to darken or fill in my eyebrows, so this is off to the swap shop.

REALTREE

Realtree For Her

Sample size: 0.16 oz (Full Size: $24.99)

"Originating from the creator and marketer of the worlds most versatile camo pattern makers, Realtree has decided to develop a sensitive yet delicious fragrance that captures you. Realtree for Her opens up with the sweet taste of pomegranate, a hint of persimmon and an exotic scent of orchids. It blends with lotus blossom and champaca flower and is followed by the rich scent of amber, the transient scent of violets and the depth of mahogany wood. This scent is not only a whirlwind of feelings, but it stands alone with the Realtree brand. Giving you the excellence of Realtree and the softness of perfume. Enjoy!"

It's a good thing this sample arrived in a plastic bag since it leaked. Even through the bag the scent is strong! I think I will be swapping this one away.

Summary: the value of these items was good, and I love that three items were full-sized. Again, I just didn't really love any particular item.

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