Benefit - Upgrade to Gorgeous Holiday Set Review

I got this little set for Christmas and love to share what it had inside! :)

I'm not sure about the price but it was only $30.00 to $40.00. Which is a great deal because one blush cost $28.00 and the High beam costs $26.00.

Here are the contents:

FULL SIZE HIGH BEAM
RETAIL - $26.00

This is a great liquid highlighter. It doesn't try too quickly so it's easy to blend. This product is great for that extra glow on the cheeks or on the nose bridge. There are a lot of product in here so it will definitely last a while. This product has a pink undertone so it it best suitable for everyone.

 

FULL SIZE SUGARBOMB BLUSH 

RETAIL FOR $28.00 

I am such a blush junkie and I'm so glad that this set came with this full size benefit blush. Not only are the packaging cute but the product is amazing as well. This blush has 4 sections of pinks and golds that can be used alone or swirled together make an awesome blend of sparkly flush toned colour. This is not a matte blush but it's nice for a summer glow in the dull winter days. It can be also used as a highlighter. Great overall blush indeed! :) 

DELUXE SIZE THE POREFESSIONAL FACE PRIMER 

Great little guy to have in your purse or go on travels with. This primer is great for that flawless finish because it covers up all the pores on the face and making them less noticeable. 

DELUXE SIZE - THEY'RE REAL! MASCARA 

Great mascara, however not waterproof or water resistance meaning that this will come off very easily. the brush is great because the tip is good for getting the bottom lashes and the rubber brush will separate the lashes nicely. 

LAUGH WITH ME LEELEE EAU DE TOILETTE SPRAY 

Such a great sent. I love flowery scents and this is the perfect blend of sweetness and warm aroma. If I even saw this by it self at a store, I will definitely purchase the full version of this! :) 

Hope this was an in depth look-see of this little set! :) 

-Leenie 

IPSY/MYGLAM BAG DECEMBER 2012 (CANADA)

These are some of the goodies that I received in this month's Ipsy/Myglam bag! :)

Grey Metallic Pencil Case look-a-like

Mai Couture Highlighter Sheets 

Supposedly you need to rip out a sheet and the wax paper has highlight powder on it. It seems odd to me but I've seen blush and contour sheet by the same company so I'm not surprised that they came out with highlighter sheets... 

Retail for $28.00 

Mirabella Face and Eye Primer 

This kind of feels like the smashbox primer. It feels oily and when you put it on your skin you don't really know where the product went. But it will do the job if you're looking for something to make your foundation go on smoother. 

Retail for $29.00 

NYX Ultra Pearl Mania Pigment in Baby Pink Pearl 

I personally don't like pigments that much because they are messy to handle, however it goes off great results. This is a really pretty highlight shade that will brighten up inner corners or add a little shine under the brow bone. It will be nice to have this little think in my makeup collection. 

Retails for $4.99 

Be a...Bombshell Lipgloss in Hot Mess 

Very build-able lipgloss. Nothing out of the ordinary. Semi sticky and plain. 

Retails for $14.00 

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide on Pencil in Zero 

Very pigmented eyeliner and has a lot of hype. It's creamy but not as long lasting as people say they are, at least for me... It's a nice travel size eyeliner none the less. 

Full Size Retails for $19.00 

Left: Bombshell Lipgloss; Right: Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Pencil in Zero 

If you're interested check out Ipsy's website HERE.

-Leenie  

November 2012 Glossybox Canada

These are all the goodies I got in my November Glossybox! Enjoy! :)

This month was to get us ready for Christmas! YAY! 

1. NICOLE BY OPI KARDASHIAN KOLOR HOLIDAY SHADES

FULL SIZE 15ML/$10.99 

My shade was in Kardashian Through The Snow! (Clever) 

2. KRYOLAN FOR GLOSSYBOX BLUSHER IN GLOSSY PINK 

FULL SIZE 2.5G/$16.73 

This blush felt really nice and silky when on the skin and the colour does pay off. Being the blush junkie that I am I love any kind of blush and in any colour. This was really rich in colour and it was a nice MATTE bubblegum pink shade which made the product a whole lot better. To be honest, I don't it's worth the price on the cover but it is a nice product none the less. 

3. NEXXUS SALON HAIR CARE: HYDRATION KIT 

DULEX SAMPLES 

I'm sure they are just trying to throw us something to complete their box. I personally don't like to get samples of shampoos and conditioners because I'm sure all of us have our own kind of favourite shampoo. However, these are nice to have when travelling or going to the gym! 

4. VITABATH - 20% SHEA BUTTER HAND CREME 

FULL SIZE 120G $15.00-$18.00

Why does the Glossybox people think that we are always in constant need of hand creams? Seriously, can't they find something better to give us because these creams are getting too old...

5. MAYBELLINE MNY MY GLOSS IN COLOUR 185 

FULL SIZE 9ML/$7.49

No way in hell am I going to buy this tiny little gloss for 7 dollars at the store. I didn't even know that Maybelline had a MNY line. There are just so many nicer glosses out there that this one kind of seem pointless to buy. On a bright side, it is small enough just to through it in a purse or something! 

Special Gift #1: CUREL HAND AND CUTICLE THERAPY CREAM 

FULL SIZE 100ML/$3.99

Like I said before. Too many creams over these past Glossyboxes... 

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Hope you enjoyed this! 

-Leenie 

November 2012 IPSY/MYGLAM Bag (Canada)

These are my ipsy/myglam goodies from november
(sorry for the delay)

S.a.l.t.y Cosmetics shimmering pigment
It has a reflective purple tone to it which is really pretty on its own.

Meet Matt(e) - Matt Batali eye shadow 

This is a purple undertone completely matte eyeshadow that is form the Meet Matt(e) palette from theBalm. I think it's great for a contour colour or used as a settle eyeliner setter. 

Eclos Plant Stem Cells Cellular Activator Face Serum

Benefit's They're Real Mascara (Delux) 

Great mascara but this is not water resistant or waterproof so it will come off pretty easily even without any eye makeup remover 

Starlet Cosmetics Eyeliner in Back 

I personally don't use these pencil eyeliners anymore because I prefer to use gel eyeliner but it's nice to have around or thrown into a purse. This can be useful if you want and nice thick back to a smokey eye. 

Left: Matt Batali; Right: Starlet Eyeliner in Black 

Overall I enjoyed this months bag because it had a lot of the items from previous mygalm bags and new ones so it was nice to know that us Canadians were getting the same stuff.

This bag costs $9.95 and $4.95 for shipping because we live so far. 

Here's the webstie for more information! :) IPSY

-Leenie