Month: August 2019

Pusheen Box | Summer 2019

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I can’t explain how excited I am about this box!

The Pusheen Box is a quarterly subscription service for $45 a quarter. It is a box filled with Pusheen goodies!

This box is the Summer box, and it is sailor themed and super cute!

The boxes contain a ton of products that you can only get in the boxes, as well as some that you can buy else where.

Pusheen Salad Container

This set comes with the container, a fork, and a little dressing container. I have already used it for lunch at work sense opening the box, worked out great!

Pusheen Sailor Bandana

This bandana is precious! I like to wear bandanas folded up then tied around like a head band. This bandana will be super cute for that purpose!

I tried to get Carl to wear it, but he would not.

Pusheen To Do List

This note pad is magnetized on the back. Perfect to put on the refrigerator.

There is a little picture of Pusheen, Stormy, and Pip in a sail boat on the bottom of the pages!

Pusheen Mini Flask

I do not drink alcohol anymore, so I am not sure what I will put in this flask, maybe a shot of juice? It is super precious none the less!

Pusheen Picture Holder

This is one of those picture stands with a clip on the back. Right now I am using it to display the little card that came in the box!

Pusheen Can Coozies pack of two

Both of the coozies are adorable! I will use them to hold plastic water bottles or cans or soda or something of the sort! I really like that there are two, that way Coty has one he can use as well!

Pusheen Pool Float

This is just… I can’t! It’s so cute!!! I have seen it blown up on YouTube and it is actually a good size for an adult. My parents have a pool and a condo at the lake, so I will have plenty of opportunities to use it!

Pusheen Vinyl Figure

Every box comes with an exclusive vinyl figure. This seasons is little sailor Pusheen looking through a telescope! I didn’t want to take it out of the box, so I tried my best to get a picture.

Pusheen Long Steve Shirt XL

This shirt is so stinking cute and I am so happy to have it! I don’t care that it is strange to have a long sleeve shirt in a summer box, it’s adorable!

Here it is on! I love it so much!

Over all thoughts?

This box is the best thing I have ever spent my money on. I am so excited for the boxes to come. If you love Pusheen, I highly recommend subscribing!

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Petit Vour Unboxing | August 2019

On By Manda JanetteIn cruelty free, makeup, petit vour3 Comments

Hello everyone!

Tonight, we have an unboxing that I have not done in a while, the Petit Vour clean, vegan, and cruelty free beauty box!

After reading some other PV unboxings, I realized how much I missed this box. I just had to resubscribe!

What was in my first box in over a year?

Harvest Natural Beauty Lengthening Mascara $18

This mascara is meant to be ideal for sensitive eyes. It also claims to be smudge proof and water resistant. My mascara always smudges under my lower lash line, I am forever on the search for the perfect smudge proof mascara.

Honua Hawaiian Skincare Pa’kai Cleansing Cream $12

Made with Hawaiian salt, hibiscus, and seaweed. This cleansing cream is meant to cleanse, repair and renew for soft hydrated skin.

Those claims sound great to me, and I like the simple ingredients.

Derma E Essential Radiance Toner $2.50

This is an alcohol free, exfoliating toner with glycolic acid.

I really enjoy Derma E skincare. I have heard great things about the Radiance toner and I am excited to try it for myself.

Juice Beauty Blemish Clearing Serum $15

This serum contains, willow bark, salicylic acid, and organic fruit acids.

My pores have been pretty congested lately, so I have been getting some break outs. I will be testing this product out ASAP!

Petit Histoire Envie Desoir $5

This last product in the box this month is a fragrance sample.

This is a 100% natural fragrance of “glistening violet and rose dancing in soft rain.”

The fragrance is very floral, yet fresh at the same time. I actually really enjoy it.

Overall thoughts?

I am very happy with my first box back. I will get use out of every item! I love being confident that all of the products are cruelty free, vegan, and clean beauty! The products are also samples of some pretty pricey items in each box. It makes it all the more fun to try!

What products in this box would you like to see more about?

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Ipsy Glam Bag | August 2019

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Welcome back!

Today we are un-bagging the $10 Ipsy Glam Bag!

The bag this month is really cute. The shade I got is hunter green. The zipper is good and the inside is hot pink! It seems really nicely made, and I love the studded texture.

Now, for the exciting part. The items in the bag!

Thrive Cosmetics liquid lash extensions Mascara “Brynn”

I have been wanting to try the Thrive mascara, thanks to a few YouTubers. I usually enjoy tubing mascara, but I am glad I get to try a sample before purchasing the full size. It is also neat to see a brand like Thrive in Ipsy!

Comelyco Blueberry And Peach Mask Sheet

I love sheet masks, so I will never be unhappy with getting them in Ipsy. I have also been throwing sheet masks in as extras in my Mercari orders.

It Cosmetics Confidence in a Gel Lotion Moisturizer

This is a little sample that is mostly empty. It is like the free samples Ulta throws into orders. I have a ton of skin care, so I will probably pass this sample along to someone else.

Luxie Beauty Periwinkle Blending Brush 237

I love Luxie brushes, so I am happy with this item! It is soft and well made, per Luxies usual quality.

Suva Beauty Eyeshadow “Turmeric”

The Suva Beauty Formula is really nice. It is buttery and pigment. Super easy to work with!

The shade is a nice, basic gold.

over all thoughts?

It is not the best Ipsy I have gotten, but it is not terrible.

That was in your Ipsy bag?

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Ipsy Glam Bag Plus | August 2019

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Hello guys!

It’s Sunday, it’s gloomy, and I am doing a face mask (Lush Mask of Magnaminty). Is there a better time to do an unboxing?

I don’t think so!

This time we have Glam Bag Plus. It is around $22 a month, and is the upgrade of the basic Ipsy bag. You get 5-6 items and they are all full sized.

This months theme is “Bare Yourself”.

Let’s dig into these goodies!

Tarte Dream Big Palette $30

This palette is pretty and perfect for travel thanks to the mirror. I would have liked another matte that I could use as a transition shade. I can just used what ever Bronzer I am using as a transition though.

FARAH Show Me Magic Eye Brush Set $50

Some more FARAH brushes from a subscription service. I can’t be mad though. I love getting brushes and the handles of this set is cute.

The bristles feel soft, and seem to be secure.

Ahava Hydration Cream Mask $33

This is going to be fantastic is the cold months, that are quickly approaching. This mask can also be used as a night mask! You massage it in to your skin until it is absorbed and then wash it off in the morning. Or 5 minutes later if you are not using it as an over night mask.

It Cosmetics Bye Bye Foundation Full Coverage Moisturizer in light $39.50

I have never tried any of the face products from it Cosmetics, so I am pretty excited about this one.

The concept of a full coverage moisturizer is a little strange, so expect a review in the near future!

Suva Beauty Liquid Chrome Illuminating Drops “Trust Fund” $26

This illuminator is so pretty! I really hope that it will work with my skin tone. It should be okay as long as I use a small amount.

Add ons!

I have said it a million times, and I will never stop saying it…. I love Ipsy’s add on program! You can get some pretty cool stuff at some awesome prices.

Chique Blush Brush $6 or $3 I can’t remember.

My first add on was a blush brush. It feels pretty cheap, but the bristles are soft. It’ll do its job and that’s what matters to me.

The Balm in the Balm of your Hand V. 2 $12

I am really excited about this palette! I have been wanting to try more of the face powders from the Balm, now I have 4 as well as some shadows! A great steal at $12.

Suva Single Shadow “Coriander” $6 or $3. Again, I can’t remember.

I picked up this shade because I thought it would make a great inner corner and brow bone highlighter. I also really love the Suva formula, so that was me justifying buying another eye shadow.

Point Redemption

Ipsy also has a nice point system. You save up points and can get free products and tools. Unfortunately, they do expire.

Firma 102 Brush

I like redeeming for beauty tools. This brush is made very well and is very soft. I can think of a few uses for it, which is awesome.

Thoughts?

I am so happy with my box this month! I love everything! More than worth the monthly cost in my opinion.

What was in your GBP?

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BoxyCharm | August 2019

On By Manda JanetteIn boxy charm, makeup4 Comments

Welcome back to another Unboxing!

BC is around $22 a month. You receive 5 or more beauty products, they are usually full sized, but every now and then you get a deluxe sample size.

This months Box theme is Totally. I am not sure how this is a theme, but every thing is very pink.

I want to start off the Unboxing by saying social media spoiled this months box for me. I also did not get the variation I wanted, I really was hoping I would get the two Ace Beauté eyeshadow singles.

However, I did still get a pretty good box.

Becca Hydra Mist and Refresh Powder $39

I have been wanting to try this powder for a while now. Its concept is very interesting to me.

For me, the box has already been paid for, so everything else is essentially a bonus item! Which is always an awesome start to an Unboxing.

Wander Glow Ahead Illuminating Oil $42

Wander is a brand I actually really enjoy!

Glow ahead can be used alone or as a primer. It is meant to give your face a “bouncy youthful glow”. I can predict that I will be using this oil a lot come the dry winter and fall months.

Tarte Big Ego Mascara $23

The Big Ego wand looks suspiciously like the Better Than Sex wand.

I have never been disappointed by a Tarte Mascara, so I have high hopes for this hot pink package.

Pür Pink Glitter Mask 2oz. $26

This mask seems to be part of Pürs new collection with Barbie.

I don’t like glitter in my skincare, but I am willing do give it a try, just because the mask it self is hot pink. That’s a terrible reason, but whatever I am sticking to it!

Lashaholics Instagram False Lashes $14.99

I am not much of a false lash person, but I actually like how this pair looks. They aren’t too dramatic, but still have a glittery shape to them.

The box they come in is also super cute.

Over all thoughts?

It isn’t the best BC that I have gotten, but it isn’t the worst either. While I am disappointed I didn’t not get the shadows, I can by them off someone on Mercari.

I am quite happy with what I got. I would have spent $22 on the powder alone, so I am pretty satisfied! I can wear the falsies on one of my few and far between nights out on the town ( I live less than an hour from St. Louis). The mask will be fun for a girls night, and I love tarte mascaras!

What was in your August Boxy?

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A few recent empties! | Cruelty Free (besides a BBW shower gel)

On By Manda JanetteIn empties, makeup, Uncategorized3 Comments

Hello my loveys!

I apologize for my lack of posting. I had surgery on my uterus, and the healing has been a struggle! Lucky for you guys, I had my significant other grab a few products from my empties bag and I took the pictures in bed!

If you are interested in looking at more of my trash and hearing my thoughts, read on!

Bath and Body Works Love and Sunshine Shower Gel

Please note, BBW is NOT cruelty free, they test where required by law!!

I was given this shower gel as a gift. It smells nice, the scent lingered and made my skin feel nice.

Repurchase? No, it is not CF.

Fortune Coolie Soap Eat Me Deep Conditioner. Deluxe sample

I really love the FCS deep conditioner formula. This scent wasn’t my favorite, but it did its job well.

Repurchase? Yes! Just a different scent

Mantra Hemp CBD Anti-aging Sheet Mask

This mask made my skin feel super soft and soothed.

Repurchase? Yes, once I get through some of my other masks. I have like a store full!

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Melting Balm

This Balm is fantastic, however it is rather pricy.

Repurchase? Maybe, if I can’t find a less expensive option I like just as much.

Physicians Formula Brow Gel

I think I have gone through two of these. It is a really nice brow gel and it does have a tint to it. It’s really nice for a quick and easy no makeup brow.

Repurchase? Yes! Physicians Formula always has sales going on at at least one of the drugstores near me, and the lower price is worth it.

Jordana Best Lash Extreme

This is a super inexpensive mascara that is definitely worth all the hype that it gets. It really gives my lashes that full, false lash look.

Repurchase? Yes, always.

That is it for this tiny empty post!

What is a product that you have used up recently?

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