UNBOXING WARS Ipsy vs Birchbox Unboxing Review November 2014

Unboxing Wars time again for the month of November got a little delayed bacause I was really busy with the backlog of things that I have to do. but it's better late than never.

Here is what I got from IPSY this month.

Be a Bombshell Cosmetics Eye base in Submissive, 0.09 oz.

This eye base is a highly pigmented, long-lasting product that can be used as a single cream color or used as an eye base to build color. 

• Bombshell Application: Apply lightly with fingertip to create a natural finish. Layer for added color.

• Bombshell Tip: Create a more intense look by layering with a powder eyeshadow.

What I think so far...

I kinda like the color of this eye base but I think I might not get a lot of use with them as I do not wear makeup in a daily basis so I will end up giving this to friends and family and also I am not really gonna "miss it when its gone" type of feeling I have for this product.

Elizabeth Moth you're so fine eyeliner in Glitterati, 0.1oz

It’s not just any liquid eyeliner. With you’re so FINE’s micro-tipped brush, you can control your strokes to create dramatic, and sharp cat eyes! This brush is so control friendly that creating precise, symmetrical lines is ridiculously easy, so it’s perfect for first time liquid eyeliner users too.

The specialized, quick drying formula has intense, inky pigmentation that’s waterproof, meaning it lasts all day without smudging. Just in time for the holidays, the super flirty Glitterati formula will make you the center of attention. All eyes on you, gorgeous!

What I think so far...

I have too many eyeliner already so I not really gonna this one gonna give it away! So far it's really getting boring in my Ipsy bag this month again! I also opted out of the eyeliner option on my quiz so I wonder why they would send me an eyeliner again.

Swatches for the eye base and eyeliner.

Marc Anthony Oil of Morocco Argan Oil Volume Shine Spray, 1.5 oz

Get extra volume, shine and hold with this dual purpose hairspray; nourishing and styling in one! This argan oil, keratin and grape seed oil infused hairspray gives you strong and flexible hold plus deep nourishment, strengthening and conditioning as you style. 

The non-water based, fast drying formula freeze-frames your volume and hold without stickiness or flaking and it’s flexible finish creates workable styles for easy re-styling without crunch or heavy build-up. It creates a luminous finish and shields against humidity for longer lasting styles. Sun Protectors keep the sun and other elements from damaging your full bodied mane. What more could you want from a hairspray? 

What I think so far...

I don't really use hair spray so am gonna give this one out again that's a third item that I am not really gonna use so far in my Ipsy bag this month.

Tarte Deluxe Maracuja oil, 7ml

Not all oil is created equal. This earth-prescribed treatment oil targets your individual skin concerns and delivers harmony and moisture for firmer, brighter, smoother-looking skin. 

Rich in essential fatty acids known to recharge and replenish skin, maracuja oil helps deliver an overall rejuvenated and even-toned complexion while giving the appearance of brighter skin thanks to a high dose of vitamin C. This powerful anti-aging elixir provides instant hydration—quenching dry skin with no greasy or filmy feel. 

What I think so far...

I have oily skin it says so in my Ipsy profile so I don't know what I am suppose to do with this I guess I have to give it away again to friends and family.

Wet and Wild MegaSlicks Balm Stain in Lady & the Vamp, 0.10z

Amp up your lips with one stick for a kissable pout in no time! The MegaSlicks Balm Stain glides on smoothly while conditioning the lips, keeping you pucker-perfect. Enriched with Acai Palm Oil, this amazing formula forms a protective shield on the lips to prevent feathering. Continuous moisture formula leaves the lips with a unique minty, cooling sensation. No matter how long the kiss, this balm will last and last!

What I think so far...

The photo above shows the Megaslick balm stain that I put on top of my wine red lip stain which is too drying on my lips so the balm stain helps with moisturizing my lips and also touch ups.So far this the only product that I love and will be using this month from my glambag the color is really perfect for fall and it very moisturizing on the lips.

Now time for my Birchbox unboxing and here is what I got this month.

Amika Nourishing Mask, 20ml

Paraben-free treatment that conditons and repairs with superfruit sea buckthorn berry. Use once a week, smooth onto lengths and ends of damp hair. Leave 5-10 minutes before rinsing.

What I think so far...

I love hair masks so I am excited to try this product been using macadamia natural oil on my hair so I am curious on how this would compare to that.

Cynthia Rowley Beauty Creamy Lipstain Hearthrob 

A long-wearing stain from the NYC-based designer that gives unbeatable moisture and shine. Sweep over lips for a sheer, perfect for fall color. Layer on for a deeper shade.

What I think so far...

I love the sheer color it leaves on my lips its like a natural red color I haven't tried to layer it on and see how it looks but will definitely do that next time! ^.^ I wish that this the sample size was more bigger though coz I am really loving this shade and I am tempted to buy it from Birchbox shop.

That is what it looks lone when I put it on my lips it a sheer color but it really stains the lips.

Royal Apothic Cuppa Cuppa Firming Tea Treatment Mask
Made with antioxidant rich tea this mask firms and brightens skin in just eight minutes, Apply to face and neck. To remove, wet fingers and rub in a circular pattern, then rinse.

What I think so far...
This is what I actually choose for my sample choice and I am glad I like it sounds very interesting and really good for the skin so I am really excited to try this! ^.^

theBalm cosmetics Cindy-Lou Manizer
This shimmery, soft pink highlighter perks up your features with a natural-looking glow. Sweep onto cheekbones or eyelids, or lightly dust onto face for a luminous look.

 Sorry I have a bruise on my hand didn't know how I got it ^.^

What I think so far...
I don't really use a highlighter that much just for my eyebrow arch and cupids bow but I want to try this one and see what I can do with it maybe use it as an eye shadow instead coz I really like that it looks like rose gold on my skin! ^.^

TOTAL REVIEW

I love both my Ipsy and Birchbox subscription coz not only are they chip and only costs around $10 a month, and you get to try a lot of different products, but lately my Ipsy glambag is starting to get boring, meanwhile, I love my 2nd Birchbox and I love that they do a sample choice option with your box every month, and also I got a bonus sample of Coconut Chips which are delicious by the way!!!! <3

UNBOXING WARS WINNER!

BIRCHBOX

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Memebox Superbox #75 City Girl Unboxing Review

I was really excited when I heard that this would be a box full of Korean beauty goodies that ladies of Seoul would highly recommend so I got it on a whim.  For those that are not familiar with Memebox it is a subscription box type of service where you get to choose themed boxes catered to your specific taste may it be makeup or skincare. The box contains 4-9 a selection full sized products and deluxe samples. In this case, it is a Superbox so all contents are all full size.

Here are the contents of the box.

Migabee Pure Berry Oil Soap Honey

Full size 310ml $29

What I think so far...

I have been recently just used oil cleansers on my skin care routine and I must say I am loving it so when I got this in my memebox I was really happy! This is supposed to be an oil cleanser and soap in one so I am wondering if I can use it by itself unlike my usual oil cleanser then foam cleanser cleansing routine. Will have to test that out and I will update here on my blog how it goes. This also contains honey, bee venom propolis and acai extracts which are ingredients right up my alley so I am really excited to use this.

Migabee Verbena Cream

Full size 50ml $29

What I think so far...

I am need of a lightweight moisturizer as the weather gets colder as it seems my SNT plant stem cell cream is not really getting the job done as it is more of a summertime moisturizer. I am exited to try this as a daytime moisturizer and hopefully its lightweight enough for my oily skin.

Original Raw Multi Pigment I am Designer 

Full size 10g x 3ea

Mizon Oh! Shy Gorgeous On Liquid Cheek

Full size 8ml $16

What I think so far...

I like the colors of the tints but they don't have the longevity that I am looking for when it comes to cheek tints not unlike my Benefit cheek tint which I love up until now. So I am gonna be gifting this to family and friends instead. Swatches are below.

Shara Shara Dew Veil Primer Balm

Full size 25g $13

What I think so far...

Since the weather is getting colder and colder it seems like my skin gets dry patches so when I apply my BB cream you can see the dry patches even more so I was wondering if this could work for me and I tried using it today. While it got rid of my dry patches and I have smoother BB cream application my face, sadly, my face became much more oily than usual so this is too rich for my skin, gonna be gifting this as well.

TOTAL REVIEW

I paid $28.88 for this box as I have used a bundle coupon to get it with another box, and I got $129 worth of products. I am really happy with this box because of the Migabee oil soap and verbena cream I am little overwhelmed by the tints that came with it. You already have the Mizon tint then you still get the Original Raw pigments also, I wish they could have just put a BB cushion, powder compact or maybe the new Etude House play 101 pencil (or any products like it) with could have given the box more versatility rather than redundancy.

Memebox Coupon Codes for January 2015

Get $3 of coupon code for $30 purchase : TICWJF

Get $3 of coupon code for next box (EXP MARCH 31 2015): GD419

Get $5 off on orders when you buy 3 or more Memeboxes : MEMEBUNDLE3 

Get $8 off on orders when you buy 4 or more Memeboxes : MEMEBUNDLE4

Get free shipping on purchases over $70 on only Memeshop items : FREESHIPPING

FREE shipping on all shop USA orders over $30

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Memebox Superbox #72 Etude House Unboxing Review

My most awaited Etude House memebox I was really excited about this box as I really love Etude House and I don't really own any at the moment. For those that are not familiar with Memebox it is a subscription box type of service where you get to choose themed boxes catered to your specific taste may it be makeup or skincare. The box contains 4-9 a selection full sized products and deluxe samples. In this case, it is a Superbox so all contents are all full size.

Here are the contents of the box.

Etude House Brow Masacara 04 Natural Brown

Full size 4.5g $7

What I think so far...

I am all about brows as much as possible I don't leave the house without my brows on except when I go to work as I don't need makeup for that. I like the shade that I got it blends in with my anastacia brow pomade in chocolate.

Etude House Oh My Lash Mascara 01 Top Coat

Full size 8.5g $5

What I think so far...

I still struggle up untik now with curling and putting mascara on my lashes coz they are not long and they grow downward and it seems like whenever I put mascara it just weighs it down even more. I tried this without putting masacara first see if it can be used as a clear mascara instead to my surprise it spreads my lashes well! ^.^  So I experimented even further and after putting it tried using my Benefit it's Real mascara and it seems to make make my lashes much more perkier than usual so I am really enjoying this at the moment.

Etude House Face Conditioning Fixer

Full size 4.5g $12

What i think so far...

Ever since I got the facial mist with my Sam Schuerman collab box I now want to try different mists for when I apply my make up so I am really looking forward to using this in my makeup routine. ^,^

Etude House Belle Dress Pretty Look Shower Cologne

Full size 100ml $8

What I think so far...

The scent of this cologne reminds me of the Victoria Secret Love Spell body mist as much as I like te scent of this I have too much perfume already so I may gift this to family or friends.

Etude House Play Therapy Sleeping Pack

Full size 150ml $10

What I think so far...

I am really excited to try this I have recently just have been trying out sleeping packs and including them on my skin care routine they give you extra moisture needed by your skin throughout the night. This has really interesting ingredients like pomegranate, mango seed butter, and evening primrose.

Etude House Moistfull Collagen Cream

Full size 60ml $18

What I think so far...

This is one of the bestselling products of Etude House from what I heard and also this has been around from quite sometime in their skin care line so I am really excited to try this but I think this would be too rich for my oily skin at daytime so I will incorporate it on my nighttime routine instead.

TOTAL REVIEW

I paid $39.14 for this box and got $60 worth of products, seems to me that brand name boxes tend to be lower in value than other non-brand themed superboxes, This box came with 6 full size products but I feel that they could have added at least two more, and while this box is not that awesome than I would have expected it to be but it is a pretty decent one. I am actually gonna use all products in the box except one so I think it's still worth it for the price.

Memebox Coupon Codes for January 2015

Get $3 of coupon code for $30 purchase : TICWJF

Get $3 of coupon code for next box (EXP MARCH 31 2015): GD419

Get $5 off on orders when you buy 3 or more Memeboxes : MEMEBUNDLE3 

Get $8 off on orders when you buy 4 or more Memeboxes : MEMEBUNDLE4

Get free shipping on purchases over $70 on only Memeshop items : FREESHIPPING

FREE shipping on all shop USA orders over $30

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VagabondYouth Memebox Collaboration Unboxing Review

  

I have never heard of Vagabond Youth until they announced a Memebox collaboration with her that I was made aware of her existence. She has a great youtube channel but not catered to my age group preferences though but if you are 23 and younger I think you find her channel interesting especially with her fashion style. Her memebox is purely concentrated of make up than skin care coz I watched one of her videos and she said that she doesn't use any skin care ( I am not sure how true that statement is? ^.^).

Here is the contents of the box.

Shara Shara Color Conrtol Cream SPF 50 No.2 Natural Beige

Full size 40ml $24

What I think so far...

I always love trying out foundations, BB creams, and CC creams especially when they have SPF in them. I will be using this soon when I run out of my previous one.

Color World Matte Eye Shadow Palette

Full size 8g $36

What I think so far...

This is a pretty pricey eye shadow palette with just three colors but I like that they are all matte but will definitely gift this as I have my Memebox Pony palette that I am currently obsessing on right now. I will post my review on that very soon.

good'p Madeca Cream

Full size 20ml $24

What I think so far...

I have used this once already and it really brightens up your skin and kind of blurs my acne scars but not completely will definitely play with this more and see how I feel about it but so far I think its great.

dearberry Toc Toc Blusher

Full size 5g $9

What I think so far...

I like the color of this blush I got the Peach sorbet but I am not really a blush kinda gal I don't think powder blushes have a good staying power on my cheeks as I really do have an oily face I tend to use cheek tints which are water based, I find that they held on longer than powder ones. Will give this as a gift coz it has a really cute packaging with a mini mirror on the cover.

Miss Age Essential Lip Rouge 01 Pure Red

Full size 8.5ml $17

What I think so far...

My fave color is red so I love me some red color lipsticks, lip stains, and lip balms so I know I will get a good use of this one.

Rivecowe Plenty Volume Mascara 

Full size 10ml $15

ideeB Sweet Gelish Eyeliner 03 Gold Brown

Full size 3g $9

What I think so far...

I have a lot of mascaras and eyeliners already so I may end up gifting these too.

Etude House Tear Drop Liner in #3

Full size 8g $7

What I think so far...

I love Etude House and I like this tear drop liner but I know that I wouldn't get a whole lot of use with them so I will gift it to someone who will.

Etude House Proof 10 Eye Primer 

Full size 10ml $7

What I think so far...

I have oily eyelids so I always wear eye primer I am currently using the Urban Decay original eye primer will have to do a comparison of that with this one soon.

TOTAL REVIEW

I love that the makeup that came with this box can complete a whole makeup look and anyone who haven't tried Korean makeup will surely like this box. I purchased this box in a value set so I only paid $22.52 for this whole box but I ended up with $148 worth of products. Although I will not use half of the items in this box I can still use it to gift to family and friends which is great bargain for me.

Memebox Coupon Codes for January 2015

Get $3 of coupon code for $30 purchase : TICWJF

Get $3 of coupon code for next box (EXP MARCH 31 2015): GD419

Get $5 off on orders when you buy 3 or more Memeboxes : MEMEBUNDLE3 

Get $8 off on orders when you buy 4 or more Memeboxes : MEMEBUNDLE4

Get free shipping on purchases over $70 on only Memeshop items : FREESHIPPING

FREE shipping on all shop USA orders over $30

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I would receive a small amount of commission from this in which I redirect all funds to able to review more products and services and provide you helpful insights and reviews. All the products and services in this blog is purchased by me with my own money and some little commission I get unless otherwise specified that the product or service was given to me for review purposes.

CutiePieMarzia Memebox Collaboration #3 Unboxing Review

This is the third collaboration box that Memebox collaborated with CutiePieMarzia I am not sure if she will do another one coz in the card it says its the last but with her unboxing video for this box she said she will do a last one this month of November, so we shall see what happens then.

Here are the contents of the box.

Sua Young Berristure Cream

Full size 100g $40

What I think so far...

This stuff smells amazing like strawberries and cream! ^.^ From what I read from the description card it's used as a sleeping pack but you can use it in both daytime and nighttime will definitely use this when I am finished with my current sleeping pack. I love that this comes with a spatula to avoid using hands and contaminating the product.

Pure Smile Honey Queen Cleansing Oil

Full size 100ml $14

What I think so far...

I have been using this to remove my makeup and it really does take it all off, at first I was hesitant to use it coz I have oily skin but when I tried it, it was amazing it smells sweet like honey and when you rinse it out you feel fresh and clean but I still use my foam cleanser after it just to make sure my face is really cleaned of all the makeup I put on my face.

Missha Lucid Nail Polish CR05

Full size 8ml $4

Etude House Melting Summer Nails

Full size $4

What I think so far...

I like the color of this nail polish and it matches the cotton candy bead ice I got, but I don't really wear nail polishes that often because of my work so I will be gifting both of this items

Skin Food Honey Pot Lip Balm

Full size 6.5g $8

What I think so far...

This lip balm is so cute! I can't bring myself in opening it! I will definitely hoard this as long as possible before I use it! LOL!

Purederm Nose Pore Strips Choco Cacao

Full size 6ea $6

What I think so far...

I love nose strips but what I love the most about this is that it smells like chocolate! ^.^

Dearberry Ice Cream Hand Cream Green Tea

Full size 30ml $7

What I think so far...

I love hand creams but I have too much of them already so I am not gonna open this coz I might end up hoarding it and just gift it for my cousins this Christmas. ^.^

EnSOAP Lollipops Natural Soap

Full size $5

What I think so far...

This soap is super cute! ^.^ And this is good for sensitive skin so I can gift it to anybody because I don't use soap coz they are kind of messy to use I always prefer using body shampoo and my bottled cleanser but this is a nice give to someone else.

TOTAL REVIEW

I really liked this box although I will not be able to use all 8 items but most of that items are very nice trinkets you can give as a gift to someone else especially I have cousins that are younger than me and I am sure they would love it. I got this as a value set so I only paid $22.52 for this whole box but I ended up with $88 worth of products. Although I didn't buy the My Cute Wishlist 3 I wish that they have done it like how they did with this box hopefully they will do better with the My Cute Wishlist 4 and Petit Treasures.

Memebox Coupon Codes for January 2015

Get $3 of coupon code for $30 purchase : TICWJF

Get $3 of coupon code for next box (EXP MARCH 31 2015): GD419

Get $5 off on orders when you buy 3 or more Memeboxes : MEMEBUNDLE3 

Get $8 off on orders when you buy 4 or more Memeboxes : MEMEBUNDLE4

Get free shipping on purchases over $70 on only Memeshop items : FREESHIPPING

FREE shipping on all shop USA orders over $30

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I would receive a small amount of commission from this in which I redirect all funds to able to review more products and services and provide you helpful insights and reviews. All the products and services in this blog is purchased by me with my own money and some little commission I get unless otherwise specified that the product or service was given to me for review purposes.

Samantha Schuerman Memebox Collaboration Unboxing Review

I am really excited about this box Sam Schuerman was the one that exposed me to Memebox I became interested in trying out the subscription because of her unboxing videos. This box the she curated is a box-full of the hottest makeup, hair. and body items straight from Korea. 

For those that are not familiar with Memebox it is a subscription box type of service where you get to choose themed boxes catered to your specific taste may it be makeup or skincare. In this case since all collaboration boxes are considered Superbox in which you would get 4-9 full size products. For this particular box you get 7 full size products.

Here are the products inside the box.

Secret Key New Premium So Fast Hair Booster Hair Pack

Full size, 150ml $24

What I think so far...

First of all this product smells so good! It smells of floral fresh scent so I am excited to try this and see if my hair would smell amazing! haha and also this says it is for dry and damaged hair which I have, because of dyeing my hair and also because I like washing my hair very often (like every other day), I just cant stand dirty hair for some reason.

Holika Holika Sweet Cotton Sebum Clear Powder In Mist

Full size, 65ml $8

What I think so far...

I haven't tried any facial mist on my face before I think that its a waste of money but I am glad that I got this and I am really looking forward in using it, maybe this would change my view on facial mists as a whole! We shall see! I like the sweet baby powder scent it has smells fresh and clean. I do have very oily skin so my make up tends to smudge if I don't put primer but still for a period of hours it still kind of fades too, so maybe this would help my makeup's staying power throughout the day. I see that it has powder at the bottom of the bottle so do remember to shake it before spraying it to your face to make sure the solution is mixed well.

Youngwoosa I Love You Oh Thank You Green Tea Seed Essence

Full size 40ml $54

What I think so far...

Wow! This is pricey! I am definitely using this after my tea tree essence runs out. The description says it has Jeju island blend of organic green tea seed and 7 different kinds of herbal extracts

and that its good for sensitive skin. Green tea is always good for sun damage protection , anti-aging, and anti-inflammation so very excited to use this product! ^.^

Too Cool for School Play Cheek Angel Blusher 02 Sweet Peach

Full size, 4ml $14

What I think so far...

I love Too Cool for School they always have very cute and innovative packaging this has a mirror included at the top and blush puff at the bottom . I am not much of blush type of girl as much as I like this I won't be able to use it that often so I am giving this to cousin instead.

M.Daida Butter Cream Lip Mask

Full size 20ml $13

What I think so far...

I love this I have dry lips and because am too lazy to make my own lip scrub, so I just use my toothbrush most of the time. Really excited to try this!

Rire Lip Manicure

Full size 3.7g $18

What I think so far...

I am a lipstick junkie and I love lip stains that are smudge proof. I got the Wine Burgundy although I wish that I got the Pink Brown instead but this color is still good especially its fall season so darker shades of lipsticks are what I wear most of the time.

Rire Pigment 3 set 

Full size 2.5g $13 each

What I think so far...

As much as I really like the color of this pigments I won't be able to use them so much so I ended up selling it with another memebox fan.

TOTAL REVIEW

I am really pleased on how this box turned out Sam really did a great job curating it. It contains a wide range of products that would cater to anyone I only paid $22.52 for this box coz I bought it in a value set with the other collaboration boxes plus a $5 off coupon code, and I ended up with $144 worth of products.

Memebox Coupon Codes for January 2015

Get $3 of coupon code for $30 purchase : TICWJF

Get $3 of coupon code for next box (EXP MARCH 31 2015): GD419

Get $5 off on orders when you buy 3 or more Memeboxes : MEMEBUNDLE3 

Get $8 off on orders when you buy 4 or more Memeboxes : MEMEBUNDLE4

Get free shipping on purchases over $70 on only Memeshop items : FREESHIPPING

FREE shipping on all shop USA orders over $30

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I would receive a small amount of commission from this in which I redirect all funds to able to review more products and services and provide you helpful insights and reviews. All the products and services in this blog is purchased by me with my own money and some little commission I get unless otherwise specified that the product or service was given to me for review purposes.