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Birchbox vs. Ipsy Roundup

August 27, 2015

I’m trying to stay more on top of these posts, so this round will only cover two months of Ipsy and Birchbox subscriptions. I have to say that I was impressed at the hair items I received, especially the Oribe sample. I love Oribe’s products but at an average cost of $25-40, the line isn’t exactly something I can swing for everyday use. It’s great to get to try out mini’s before I splurge for a full-size 😉

Ipsy – July
First off, the bag is pretty cute. It’s a nice vivid ikat print.
Ofra Cosmetics Bliss eyeshadow/highlighter (I’ve been using this only as shadow, as it would be pretty dark to highlight with.)
Bare Republic Naturals Tinted Mineral Face Sunscreen Lotion
Eva-NYC Freshen Up Dry Shampoo
Be A Bombshell Cosmetics lip balm in French Kiss
Tarte Amazonian Clay Waterproof Bronzer

Birchbox
Love the Oribe sample, and this Stila liquid lipstick is quite pretty too.
Oribe Apres Beach Wave & Shine Spray
Juara Radiance Enzyme Scrub
theBalm Balm Desert bronzer
Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick
Supergoop Anti-Aging City Sunscreen Serum SPF 30
July’s winner… Tie! I really like the hair products in both sets, both offered up great bronzers and solid lip colors.

Ipsy – August
Meh to the bag, it looks really cheap.
Marc Anthony Nourishing Argan Oil of Morocco Treatment
Pencil Me In Cosmetics Natural Eye Pencil in Boysenberry
Marsk Pro-Line eyeshadow brush
Hikari Cosmetics Salsa lip gloss
Skone Cosmetics Luxe Doubler Lip/Eye Pencil in Wine
OK, so I’m all for a multi-tasking beauty product, but I don’t think there is ANY way for a liner to be as effective on the eyes as it is on the lips (and vice versa!). The one included in this month’s bag has some questionable ingredients, so I’ll probably just toss it. Also, to get two burgundy/purple liners in the same month is a bit weird, not to mention redundant.

Birchbox
Woohoo for OPI nail polish minis! I’m also intrigued to try out the St. Tropez in-shower lotion. I have no idea how I’m going to wash off my hands without washing it off the rest of my body, I may have to do a review on that later haha!
OPI Nail Polish in Amore at the Grand Canal
Laqa & Co Cheeky Lip Tint in Humble Brag
St. Tropez Gradual Tan In Shower Lotion
Renee Furturer LISSEA Leave-In Smoothing Fluid
Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion Skin Exfoliant
August’s winner… Birchbox! It wasn’t hard to beat the cheap bag with two oddly hued liners.

After making the statement to my co-workers that I would be dropping one of my beauty subscription service, I, um, didn’t. I feel like I get different things from both of them! I love trying new makeup shades, and Ipsy really gives me that opportunity. I’m also constantly on the lookout for new skin and haircare lines, and Birchbox is perfect for that. Oh well. The saga continues…

Current Codes

August 26, 2015

I had to share some of the incredible deals & discounts that are going on right now! I’m especially excited to share an amazing code from on of my favorite jewelry designers, Kyle Chan Design.

Kyle Chan Design – 50% off everything with code: SUMMER50, ends 08/30.
Below, some of the gorgeous things I’ve gotten from Kyle.

H&M – 30% extra off sale items through 08/26 with code 3160.
OK, so there’s not much time left for this one, but there are still some awesome items up for a steal!

Layered by Cake (C.A.K.E. Boutique) – 10% off through 08/31 with code VIP10.
I’m obsessed with this website and adorable brick & mortar boutique! I’ve found so many fantastic items ranging from scarves and sheer floral tops to maxi dresses and statement necklaces at crazygood prices. Below, some of my recent purchases, all included in the sale:

The wonder cami in nude Colors of a Feather scarf

Washed Chevron scarf

Dreaming Tee tank

Fox Appeal Tank

Romwe – $5 off $55 with code day5, or $10 off $105 with code day10, on top of some already steep discounts, until 08/31.

Feel free to share any current codes you have in the comments! And don’t forget to use eBates whenever possible!

CA Gift Show Jewelry Haul

July 29, 2015

I’m so excited for this post! I’ll keep this short and just get to the goods, my collective jewelry haul from the California Gift Show!

I can’t wait to style all of these new pretties!
The gems in the last four shots are from Kyle Chan Design, the others are from random vendors at the show.

CA Gift Show and LA Mart

July 26, 2015

I so look forward to attending the semi-annual California Gift Show and LA Mart. It’s where I learn about all of the upcoming trends in jewelry, sample some fantastic gourmet food, and get miles and miles of walking in! Of course, I had my phone out to take pictures along the way 🙂

Rows and rows of vendors, selling colorful beaded pieces, and one of my favorite trends for summer, tassel necklaces.

Fell in lust with this butterfly diplay.

Kyle Chan is one of my favorite jewelry designers and a trip to the LA Gift Show is not complete without a stop by his booth. He creates the most beautifully simple pieces that really allow the natural beauty of the stones to shine through. I’ll be posting my buys from the show in a future post ?

Next up, we headed to the LA Mart, an open-to-the-trade only building in downtown LA. Almost everything here is for order-writing only, but I still get tons of inspiration for decorating and trends.

After all was said and done, I remembered that there was a gorgeous succulent garden on the wall outside of the Mart and grabbed this shot.

I should be posting my buys from the show later this week… And I got some awesome pieces that I can’t wait to share with you! I’ve already styled one of the necklaces on Instagram.

Another year, another great and productive show!
😀

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