Ipsy Reveals Are Up for the February 2016 Glam Bag!

This is my first Ispy bag. I received
-dr. brandt PoreDermabrasion 0.25oz $7.25 (Full Size is $ 58.00)
-OGXArgan Oil of Morocco Extra Strength Miracle In-Shower Oil (Full Size) $8.99
– theBalm Mr. Write (Now) Scott B. Bordeaux (deep purple) (Full Size) $17.00
– ModelCo LIP LACQUER Lip Gloss in Morocco .05 oz $8.50 (Full size of this lip gloss is $17.00)
– Perfect Formula Pink Gel Coat .17 fl oz $8.50
(Full size $30.00)

Even though I did not care for the purple eyeliner, $50 worth of products (not including the bag) for $10 is a great deal. I can’t wait for next month’s bag!

I just resubbed to Ipsy. It said I would get the Jan bag. hmmm. They must have bags left to get rid of. I remember my bags being decent and close to my preferences. But, something tells me this first one will not be. ugh, leftovers.

I weirdly really want that bag o-o. It’s really pretty and sorta geeky (I think).

I haven’t got a bag twin yet! 🙁
This is my second month with Ipsy and this month is WAY better than lasts!
Each month I try to figure out the sizes/sample prices for the products I receive.

My February bag contains:
?Smashbox Cosmetics: Photo Finish Primer Oil
~ Sample size is .13 oz full-size is 1 oz for $42!
?? Trust Fund Beauty: I’m Kind of a Big Deal
~ Full-Size $15
? Naked Cosmetics: Mica Pigment
~ 1.5gm per color $14.99
? Vintage by Jessica Liebeskind: Sparkling Lipgloss in Pink Sequin
~Couldn’t find the oz on their website but full-size is $21. Sample size from Ipsy is .14 oz
?? Perfectly Posh: BFF Best Face Forever Exfoliating Daily Face Wash
~ Sample size is 1 oz for $5 (Full-size is $20 for 4 oz)

Not a bad bag, but I REALLY need some new makeup brushes Ipsy!

I have two ipsy boxes coming. One is a gift for my niece and I vastly prefer the one she is getting!
Mine:
Mr. write eye pencil
Naked Cosmetics Mica pigment eye shadow
Margaret Dabbs mini crystal nail file (not thrilled with this)
Smashbox primer oil
Chella lipstick pencil

Gifted box:
Theorie argan oil hair serum
tre’stQue baby blush stick in Bora Bora Coral
Model Co lip laquer in Morocco
Clate London paint pot (nail polish)
It Cosmetics under eye concealor

I think I need to change my preferences to what I have my niece’s account set to!

My February bag:
Naked Cosmetics Mica Pigment
Luxie Beauty Flat Definer Brush
Smashbox Cosmetics Photo Finish Primer Oil
Promise Organic Ultra Moisturizing Argan Creme Facial Lotion
Chella Lipstick Pencil

I was really hoping for the Bye Bye Under Eye, but oh well. This will be two months in a row I’ll be receiving a brush, but that’s fine, I don’t mind having more. My only complaint is the lip pencil. Seriously, how many times do I have to review lip products with only 1 star before I stop receiving them… I’ve been a subscriber for 16 months. Sigh. Other than that, I think I like my February bag.

I was just fed up of getting crap in my IPSY bags so I cancelled, January was going to be my last month. I was also moving at the same time. And so far I have not received my Glam bag, nor a shipping number. I have written customer service, and nothing. I’m not sure what to do. I was definitely charged for the bag, and I saw what I was supposed to be getting. But since I cancelled, I have no way of logging in and getting my tracking number! I’m very frustrated!!

And I saw how good February was so I re-subed and I wasn’t able to get February, I got March! I guess good thing, because it seems like more if the same. Good teasers, but very few pet get them. I probably wouldn’t have gotten any of the good stuff like Mary Lou or Bye Bye Concealer. Oh well…

But I still want what I paid for in January! Any advice would really help!! Thanks ?

I’m getting the primer oil, the Trust fund polish that I was hoping I would get, the Chella lippy, baby eyes pencil and a nail file. I’m happy.

I am receiving:

1) TheBalm cosmetic eyeliner
2) Dr. Brandt poredermabrasion
3) Bella Pierre cosmetic blush
4) Ciata nail poilish
5) It cosmetics Bye Bye under eye cream

I was happy with the selection. Really wish I could try out the Mary Lou though. I have never tried it before and was keeping fingers crossed I got to try it. Oh well, next time I will cross my toes too 🙂

This is my first ipsy box. I have to say, I am disappointed. I got the eyeliner, and honestly I was hoping for anything BUT the eyeliner. Here’s my bag:

THEORIE – Argan Oil Ultimate Reform Hair Serum: This is the only thing I am excited about. I have frizzy hair, especially during the winter, so I am always looking for things to tame and rescue it.

tre’StiQue – Baby Blush Stick in Bora Bora Coral: I just got a Coral lip stick in last month’s GlossyBox. Wasn’t my favorite color with my complexion. Now I have two corals. :/

Ciate London – Paint Pot: The nail polish (which I have set in my profile NOT to receive) will either be red or nude. Both colors which I got last month in boxes already.

theBalm Cosmetics – Mr. Write Now: Like I said, I wanted everything else they gave a sneak peek of EXCEPT this eyeliner! Especially because the reviews were so ho-hum on it.

Naked Cosmetics – Mica Pigment: I have no idea what this does. Can anyone please help me out here? The description says “Flexible use – pigments can be used for eyes, face, lips, nails and body.” What does that mean? Do I have to combine it with other products? Do I just apply it on my skin? I have never seen anything like this before and I’m not quite sure what to make of it.

So there’s my first ipsy box. I’m sad. I was really hoping for no nail polish and some fun skincare products. I really tailored my whole profile around skincare products (moisturizers, masks, BB Creams, oils) or blushes and I guess I didn’t do a good enough job. Was hoping for some more fun goodies. 🙁

My February 2016 bag

Smashbox Cosmetics – Photo Finish Primer Oil

Perfect Formula – Pink Gel Coat

Paula Dorf – Baby Eyes Enhancer

Jor’el Parker – Eau so Divine

My Amazing Hair Secrets – My Amazing Leave In Secret

So bummed! I canceled my ipsy subscription because I just love Birchbox 894735x more and when I saw the previews for February, I had to resubscribe. I REALLY wanted the Trust Fund polish or the ByeBye Under Eyes. Didn’t get any of them though. I got more oil to put on my oily face and skincare stuff, a brush and one makeup item- a coral blush stick. Coral is not my color for my super pale skin. Sighhh. I’m really not one to be negative and should’ve known better but man! Luckily I have my Birchboxes to look forward to. I juggle two accounts so I can get my personalized and the curated each month and not to mention collect all the pretty boxes♥

After my disappointing Birchbox reveal, I am super pleased with this Ipsy bag. I’m getting the Trust Fund polish, the Luxie brush, the baby eyes liner, the Chella lip pencil, and a Bathhouse Soapery & Caldarium
Cioccolato Foaming Body Scrub.

I’m getting:

Smashbox Primer Oil (Softens complexion)
Luxie Beauty Flat Definer Brush
Paula Dorf Baby Eyes Enhancer (Brightens, highlights, and conceals)
Jor’el Parker Eau so Devine perfume (Calms the mind and soothes the soul)
Jersey Shore Vanilla Bean Anti-aging Hand and Lip Polish (exfoliates dead flaky skin)

What are you trying to say ipsy? Are you calling me old and crotchety?

But seriously, I am waiting until I have these items in my hands and see them in action before I form an opinion.

Let’s see… Dr. Brandt PoreDermabrasion, Mineral Blush, Leave in Conditioner, the under eye concealer, and another brush. Not thrilled with the brush, but overall I am happy. I think Ipsy has been great, and I guess my profile is right, because all the items are perfect for me! This is my 5th bag from Ipsy and I’ve been happy every time, about almost all of the items!

WOW!!! – I’ve seen 1 person who’s getting Mary Lou and several people who’s getting Bye-Bye concealer. Most part gets primer oil. Amazing how Ipsy made me stick for another month with those spoilers and two of the most exciting items they are barely sending to anybody. I feel cheated.

Mine is pretty much a worst case scenario for me.

1. Smashbox primer oil (I have the oiliest skin on the planet, so no thank you.)
2. Trust Fund Beauty nail polish (I almost never wear nail polish and I dislike that color)
3. TreStique blush stick in coral (I hate coral)
4. Jor’El Parker Eau So Divine (never wear perfume)
5. Promise Organic argan facial lotion (argan oil is good – but lotion? I dunno. We’ll see.)

All in all, yuck.

Oh well. Last month was awesome.

The Mr. Write now eyeliner received in the past was a huge fail IMO. It was too hard on my eyelids and I prefer a liner that glides easily.

I’m very disappointed again this month. I’m getting:
It’s a 10 Haircare Miracle Leave-in Product
Jor’el Parker Eau so Divine
Ciaté London Olivia Palermo x Paint Pot
tre’StiQue Baby Blush Stick in Bora Bora Coral
Smashbox Cosmetics Photo Finish Primer Oil

The leave in treatment is the only one I’m interested in.

I’m getting:

Smashbox primer oil
Luxie Beauty Flat Definer Brush
Paula Dorf Baby Eyes Enhancer
Jor’el Parker Eau so Devine perfume
Pure Brazilian Deep Conditioning Hair Masque

I did a quick look and, if my math is correct, my bag is worth $44 and that’s not counting the actual bag itself. The perfume and brush really added up the value. So even if I’m not blown away by my sneak peek I’m very happy with the value. That has been two really high value bags in a row from Ipsy.

-smash box primer oil
Wasn’t too excited about this but read a few reviews that were good. I think I will use it at least as a moisturizer.
-tre’stique blush stick
I love blush so looking forward to trying something new
-trust fund beauty nail polish
I love nail polish. This color is great, I’m excited.
-not your mothers haircare. Blow dry accelerator
I haven’t checked this out yet so not sure about it.
-Elizabeth and James nirvana black perfume roller
My first perfume sample in 7 months. I have mixed feelings. Anyone use/try this? Glad it’s at least a roller and not a little cardboard/bottle sample.

I’m happy with my bag this month!!

The jury is still out for me until I actually receive the bag. Like many, my initial screen said I was getting another Mr. Write Now and then when I clicked to the subsequent screen with my five items, it was not one of the five listed products. I would not complain to receive a second one in another color, but I am doubtful since it is not pictured as part of my bag.
My list is as follows:
– Naked Cosmetics Mica Pigment – I will have to wait until I see the shade in person to decide if I like this
– Chella Lip Pencil – ditto the above comment. It says passionate pink, the product pictured looks more like dark coral, or maybe that’s just the packaging. Anyway, hoping for a shade that works with my fair skin.
– Smashbox Primer Oil – I have never used a primer oil and to be honest it sounds weird to me but I am willing to give it a try
– Luxie Beauty Tapered Eye Brush – I got an eyeshadow brush last month and again, I will have to see it in person to get a feel for how well it works for me.
– Seraphine Botanicals Carrot + Rose Hydrating Cream – The site says this cream can be for face or body. I cannot imagine putting body cream on my face or vice versa. This scent combination sounds odd to me as well. This might be a gift item to my daughter or a friend as I am not big on body cream to begin with.
The bag itself is very cute, but overall, the contents of this bag feels like a bit of a let down to me after my first Ipsy bag that I received in January. I hope the products will be better in person than they appear on the site

I’m getting Paula Dorf Baby Eyes Enhancer, Smashbox primer oil, Vintage sparkling lipgloss, Ciaté London Paint Pot, and Curology anti-aging & acne treatment w/ lipbalm. I’m excited about almost everything – I don’t really wear nail polish because it never lasts long due to my job, and I’m not sure about the lip gloss because if it’s too sticky I won’t like it. I love the bag this month and my other three items look good to me!

I’m getting:

tre’StiQue Baby Blush Stick in Bora Bora Coral
theBalm cosmetics Mr. Write (now)
Jor’el Parker Eau so Divine
Pure Brazilian Deep Conditioning Hair Masque
Luxie Beauty Small Tappered Blending Eye Brush

I’m not too excited about any of it but I do love the bag itself and I always like getting makeup brushes. I’m willing to try everything else (and isn’t that the point of this sub?) but I just don’t find any of it that exciting. I would have loved the primer oil and/or some nail products but oh well. Maybe next time

I’m so excited! I’m getting the Trust Fund polish, lippy, hand polish & a perfume I’ve been wanting to try! The Smashbox primer oil will probably be put up for swap. I really wanted the Trust Fund!!!