Hey All!
So a couple weeks ago I did a poll on Twitter to see if you guys would rather see individual "unboxings" or a box showdown for December. If you haven't figured out the winner yet, it was the showdown! YAY!
I love doing these showdowns for you guys but I know they can be a bit long. On Jan 4th (2016 of course) I will do another poll for what you guys want to see for January! So if you aren't following me on twitter yet you should do that :)
If you follow me on twitter then you already know that my BoxyCharm took the scenic route before I finally got it (I normally get it around the 14th of each month, this month I got it on the 23rd) so that is why this post is going up a little later than normal.
Incase you are wondering how a showdown works you can check out October and November right here <-- well over there, you know where they are underlined.
As of right now the score stands IPSY=1, BOXYCHARM=1, & BIRCHBOX=0
Lets get started with last months winner!
Ipsy
Cell Stimulating Facial Mask by ACURE: This is a sample size but a pretty hefty one. The full size is $12.99. This mask looks promising so I can't wait to try it out!
Floral Water Make-up Remover with Soothing Cornflower by KLORANE: I have never used a make-up remover water, so I will give this sample size a try. The full size is $23.00.
Thank Me Later Eye Shadow Primer by Elizabeth Mott:I have had the chance to try this out this month and it is a good primer as long as you set it. It begins to crease if you don't. This is a sample size and the full size retails for $20.00 (I think that is a bit much for a primer you have to set when there are better ones out there for the same price that you don't have to set) I probably won't purchase the full size of this once I am out.
Illusion Lip Liner by ModleCo: This is a full size item that is $20.00. I'm not sure of the name, it might be Roseberry? Anyways the outside of the packaging shows a color that is NOT the color of the liner... SURPRISE! But it is a beautiful color that works perfectly with the last item in the bag!
Power of Love Natural Lipstick in Nudie Red by Pacifica: If you didn't know already you can find this brand at Target! This lipstick is very pretty and is full size. It retails at $9.99
Birchbox
styleEYES Eyeshadow Palette-Glamour Eyes by Costal Scents: So for my sample choice this month for my box I chose the green and gold sample eyeshadow duo. The packaging is pretty small but the colors are super pigmented so hopefully that same formulation is in the full size which retails for $12.00. I wore the green color on Christmas (you can check out that makeup look on my instagram!)
Classic SPF 30 Cucumber Moisturizer for Face by COOLA: This is a sample size which I'm reluctant to try... I am not a fan of the smell of cucumbers :/ so I am really struggling with wanting to try this product but not wanting to have to smell the cucumber scent on my face. The struggle is REAL you guys! The full size is $32.00.
Coconut Illipe Hand & Nail Balm by Juara: I have never used a hand/nail balm before so I am looking forward to seeing if this really works. I received a sample size this month. The full size is $20.00
Oscar Signature Eau de Toilette by Oscar de la Renta: I don't want to be a negative Nancy but holy moly! Imagine a nursing home and this is that scent in a bottle! I wanted to like this so bad too but I think this scent is too mature for anyone under the age of 35. I'm sorry if this is your holy grail! I'm sure you smell fabulous! The full size of this product ranges from $67-$87
FratBoy by theBalm Cosmetics: This sample size is really tiny but still very pretty! The full size is $21.00
Boxycharm
Tatcha Petal FreshOriginal Aburatorigami: I have heard of the brand Tatcha before but I have never heard of this product. Basically you take one of the leaflets and put it on your face where there is excess oil and it sucks it up without disturbing your makeup. I will DEFIANTLY be trying this out. It is full size and retails at $12.00
Jelly Pong Pong All Over Glow: I got something similar to this last month in my Ipsy bag. This is a gel luminizer while the other one was a liquid luminizer. I am all about that glow recently so I am for sure going to use this. This is full size and is $15.95.
NCLA So Rich Cuticle Oil: This is something new for me! I have never heard of a cuticle oil before so I will give this a try. This full size product retails for $18.00
Nelson J Argan Oil 7 Moisture Healing Mask: I could smell this bad boy before even opening my box! It has a very summer/coconut smell to it. This is a full size bottle that you leave in. It retails for $23.00
Ofra Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick in Americano: On Boxycharms instagram they previewed this item and I was SUPER EXCITED! I love Ofra's long lasting liquid lipsticks! This color is an orangey-brown. I think it is similar to Miami Fever that Kathleen Lights created but just a shade darker! This is full size and retails for $19.90.
Bellapierre Waterproof Gel Lip Liner: This liner is in the shade Cinnamon. It is the perfect color to pair with the Ofra liquid Lipstick. It is full size and $17.99.
AND THE WINNER IS!!!!!!!!
BOXYCHARM!
Even though my Boxycharm came late this month, I guess it was worth the wait! Plus it had a bonus item this month. Typically it only has five items, this month it had six. Woot! \(^o^)/
I hope you guys enjoyed!
Remember to check my Twitter on the 4th for the January box poll!
Until Next time Lovelies
xo Erica
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OOOH! new beauty products to look at, drool over, and try out! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHeather!
DeleteYou are very welcome! I have that same reaction every month when I open up my Birchbox, Ipsy Glam Bag and BoxyCharm box!
xo
Erica