DRUGSTORE MAKEUP HAUL! MAYBELLINE PRODUCTS!

SO..... I've been really bad and bough more makeup that I will ever need in my life. BUT Wal-Mart was having such a great deal! A lot of the new Maybelline products were only $5.97 which was great because normally they would be over $10 bucks! And the nail polishes were only $2.50! :O

I honestly think I have problems with money. No amount of business classes could help me and I've taken 6! I guess I'll just have to deal with the fact that I will be alone and broke in the future! :(

LASTING DRAMA WATERPROOF GEL EYELINER IN BLACKEST BLACK 

So the first thing I wanted to try was the gel eyeliner! 

REVIEW:

I really like this because it's a dryer formula than most of the gel eyeliners that I've tried and it's just great for me because I have oily eyelids! :( When companies say something is waterproof and 24 hours, they're just hyping it up. This will definitely NOT last that long and it will smudge but that's all makeup right? I really like the brush of this but still prefer an angled eyeliner brush to put this kind of eyeliner on. The pigmentation is great and the formula is dry like I have stated before so this is GREAT! This was much cheaper than my Estee Lauder gel eyeliner and I prefer this over that one as well! 

MASTER PRECISE PEN EYELINER IN BLACK

REVIEW:

I really need to stop buying these pen form eyeliners unless they are waterproof or something. This is great and the pen IS really that thin but to be honest, I don't need a thin pen because I like thicker lines. This will DEFINITELY smudge if you don't put primer or matte-fy the eyelids ahead of time because when this touches water or oil, it will move in an instant. Cray cray right? I need to stop spending money on things like this. 

Next things I got was nail polish! I am obsessed with coral and mint green this spring/all year round so I decided to pick up only 2 from this Maybelline line. I actually controlled myself for once! 

REVIEW:

These polishes are really bright and the color you see is the color that goes on the nails. The color is really opaque and definitely can be built up with more coats. It's nothing professional and it WILL chip but it's nail polish and it was cheap so I didn't mine. I just love these two colors! 

I went ahead and got two of the Maybelline Vivids lipstick line because I've heard really great things about. GUESS what colors I got? Shocking Coral and Vibrant Mandarin of course! Any lip product that has the words coral or looks orangy, I am THERE! 

Vibrant Mandarin without flash 

Vibrant Mandarin with FLASH 

Shocking Coral WITHOUT flash 

Shocking Coral WITH flash! 

REVIEW:

I LOVE these lipsticks. It's not dry on the lips and it has so shimmer. I think that a lot of companies are trying not put a lot of glitter and shimmer into their products because it gets too much for daily looks. I think that these are great colors that I would wear day to day! The color stays on for a reasonable amount of time before it starts to fade and I just like the way they apply. They have a good smell to it and doesn't taste waxy which I like. I hate those cheap lipsticks that smell and taste really bad. YUCK! 

There goes more money that I probably didn't have to spend on these products so yup there you go! 

It's funny because I know no one really reads my blog but it's nice to write to people, even if it's myself!  LOL I'm a loser, I know! :P

-LEENIE 

IPSY/MYGLAM BAG 2013 JANUARY (CANADA)

At this point I'm pretty sure that the US and CANADA are getting the same ipsy/myglam bags! 
This is what I got this month. (Sorry these pictures aren't mine because I didn't have time to take nice pictures! :( )

Tuscan Blood Orange Mini Body Butter

Tuscan Blood Orange Body Butter is not only a highly effective antioxidant rich moisturizer that nourishes the driest of skin and helps fight off the signs of aging; it nourishes your other senses as well. The infusion of sparkling, juicy blood oranges that are highlighted with notes of red raspberry and spicy sweet Italian Mandarins take you to the beaches of the Mediterranean. Made with nature’s best moisturizers - Shea butter, almond oil and safflower oil - Pacifica’s vegan, paraben and gluten free Body Butter is a skin must have. 

Josie Maran 100% Pure Argan Oil

Received a small 5mL bottle. 

This 100% Pure Argan Oil is a legendary oil that's rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acids, and grown organically in Morocco. With its multitasking benefits, Argan Oil can be used for many areas including hydrating and nourishing skin as a daily moisturizer, skin treatment, treating spilt ends, and softening cuticles. It's gentle enough to use on all skin types and is known to help with skin conditions including acne, eczema and rosacea. Argan Oil easily absorbs into skin to give you a youthful, dewy glow, and has astonishing healing, conditioning, and antiaging properties to keep your skin and hair nourished and revitalized and to keep you looking beautiful from head to toe. 

SOHO “Get a Grip” Eyeliner Brush

Define eyes with the Get a Grip Eyeliner Brush. Starting with the upper lash line, delicately trace the eye from the inside corner working towards the outside. Repeat on bottom lash line. Perfect for wet or dry eyeliner.· Firm Nylon Bristles – Line & Define
· Tri-Grip Handle – Fits Perfectly in Hand

The exact brush that I received 

Nailtini Straight Up Color Nail Lacquer

You can’t go wrong with a classic, all the way to your fingertips. These two are the all-time best selling Nailtini nail lacquers. Whether the glossy true-red of bloody mary or the hint-of-pink of frappe, your tips and toes are classic perfection anytime. No makeup cabinet is complete without an all-star nail lacquer and Nailtini stocks top-shelf, 3-free nail lacquer in dozens of shades, textures and finishes. Wear them alone or layered to create custom looks and effects, each one a cocktail unto itself. Cheers to beauty, and as always, apply responsibly! 

The exact color that I received 

BigSexyHair Spray & Play Volumizing Hairspray

Your everyday spray for BIG volume! Spray & Play is a humidity resistant, flexible hold hairspray that provides fullness, lift and incredible shine! Perfect for all hair types. 

                                        

                                        I obviously got deluxe small version! ;) 

I really enjoyed this month's Ipsy box but I wish that I had gotten the shading brush instead of this one. I also kinda wanted to get the red Nailtini nail polish instead of this cream one! But that's okay. I don't think that Ipsy is really personalizing our stuff because they are just sending us random things. I have no idea why they are even doing the personalization anymore... 

All and all still great stuff! :) 

See more HERE 

-Leenie

December GlossyBox 2012 (Canada)

This was my glossybox for the month of December! :)
Enjoy!

This month sent me a gray box and I'm liking it! LOL
The theme for this month's box was LOULOU as in the magazine. So here's all the things that LOULOU magazine thinks we should have for the new year! :P

Here's what I got! 

TRESEMME FRESH START VOLUMIZING DRY SHAMPOO
161g/$5.99

I got the deluxe size my my box which was 56g. It's nice for traveling or you can even bring it in your purse or have it with you at school. I personally really like the smell of it but not the way it applies. I guess nothing is really better than washing your own hair. If you're like me and have curly hair, this is good because it will hold you over until your next wash.

AVEENO POSITIVELY AGELESS DAY SPF 30 

FULL SIZE 

75ml/$25.99 

I think that Aveeno has great products but to be honest, I'm not that old. I will someday but right now I just don't need any aging products. But this does have SPF which is great because the sun is really harmful to the skin. I will probably use it up as though it is a pretty nice moisturizer and hey I should take care of my skin while I'm young before it all goes downhill... 

AVEENO POSITIVELY AGELESS TINTED MOISTURIZER (LIGHT-MEDIUM) SPF30 

FULL SIZE 

50mL/ $25.99 

Wow this is a really expensive tinted moisturizer for a drugstore brand but non the less it was nice to get it in this month's box. I don't wear heavy foundation so it's really nice that they gave is tinted moisturizers instead. I think that everyone got the same shade which is fine for my skintone but what about others to have either lighter or darker skin tones? Hmmm there's a question for you GlossyBox! 

AVON 

ASSORTED SEE WWW.AVON.CA 

SUPERSHOCK VIVD LIQUID EYESHADOW IN CHARMED 

BOY WAS I EVER SHOCKED! I think that everyone had issues with the avon products in this month's GlossyBox. I for one am really disgusted at the fact that this eye shadow was liquid like water liquid. When I went to pick it up again the other day the water and the shadow was completely separated like a bad chemistry experiment.  Seriously, what is up with that? 

The brown part and the water was separated which means this product is probably really old. 

REVLON NAIL ENAMEL 

FULL SIZE

15mL/$5.99

COLOUR: 507 FIRE FOX 

I love getting nail polish in my boxes. I like the fact that this nail polish was matte. The thing with matte nail polishes is that they probably need a top coat but this one could sit on itself without anything. Perfect red carpet red if you ask me! ;)

                                    

GLOSSYBOX LASHES 

FLL SIZE 

$12.50/PAIR 

I think the price is just for show. Honestly, Ardell or any other brand lashes are way cheaper and better quality than these ones. I like lashes so I'm not going to complain! It even comes with glue! 

BONUS ITEM 

TRESEMME SPLIT REMEDY SACHET 

Again, I'm not a fan or little packages of shampoo but I'll try if it makes my hair healthier and split end free. I'll just take it to the gym or something. It sure saves room. 

There you have it folks! :)

For more information on the GlossyBox or if you're interested in getting one click HERE 

-Leenie 

Oh! Almost forgot. GlossyBox send jewelry this time! Aqua blue earrings from Nolia X-Cessories 

Use coupon code GLOSSYBOX30 to receive 30% off your purchase! Personally I think the jewelry was kind of crappy so no thank you. It's plastic around the jewl. Dislike! 

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