My very FIRST Ipsy box! Dec 2012

So I finaly caved in and got Ipsy subscription! Heres the list of what I got


1. Urban Decay 27/7 Glide-On Pencil in black
2. Mai Couture Highlighter Paper
3. Mirabella Prime for faces & eyes
4. NYX  Loose Pearl Shadow in Black Pearl
5.be a bombshell Lip Gloss in Hot Mess

Julep Maven BOX!

I was a little iffy about subscribing to julep since I always thought that the price and the amount you get didn't match up in my opinion. Well I eneded up subscribing because of the 1cent for your first box option, I said what the heck, lets do it!  Boy....I was so pleasantly surprised!

Becoming a Julep Maven gives you exclusive access to COLOR. Each month they hand-pick trendsetting new nail colors, cult faves and cutting-edge beauty products that are just right for you. YOU decide how often to receive your Julep Maven box, and you can cancel at any time.They send an email previewing your upcoming Julep Maven Box on the 20th of each month. Do nothing and your box is on its way. Want to try a new style, send your box to a friend or skip the month (and the bill)? Just log into your account between the 20th and the 24th to submit your request. We start shipping your Julep Maven Box the same day you're charged, on the 27^th of each month. The price for the subscriptions is 19.99 + free shipping

like I said, I feel the bottles are a bit small, about half the size of a regular nail polish bottle.... BUT in the formula is so high quality in my opinion and it glides on so smoothly, that its worth the price! Lets not forget its 4 FREE(does not contain formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, toluene, or DBP)! AND..they donate a portion of the proceeds to organizations that support women through our Powered by Girlfriends program.!  I say give them a try if you have not yet, try out this code PENNY for first box for a penny. Thanks guys! 

N Y X HAUL

First thing I noticed how nice the make up looked. What I mean is that I was expecting slightly lower quality; like drug store brand. It looks like high end make up but incredibly inexpensive.


1. First is the HD Studio Photogenic Foundation.

I never use liquid foundation because I have very oily skin and I feel it works best with powder. Wow! I actually like this stuff! Its not oily or too thick (like I thought it would feel). It doesn't look shinny and blends beautifully. I will buy another bottle, slightly lighter shade because this one wasn't my correct shade but it was still amazing the way it covered all my redness and breakouts with out looking like I slathered on some cake frosting!

2.HD Photogenic Concealer

I also loved this concealer that worked great as an eyeshadow base as well. It blended great and did what was promised .. to conceal =)

3.Big Pencils

What can I say about the pencils? They are the reason why I tried this brand. I loved them before I knew NYX did anything else. LOL They are eyeliners, eyeshadows, even lipsticks! I bought Big Lip Pencil and I was so happy with it I might buy different shades. The shade I got for the Big Lip Pencil is Honey. Pink super cute, totaly wearable shade. LOVED IT!

4. Soft Matte Lip Cream

This is a very unique lip gloss....no, no, it's not a lip gloss.... it's not a lip stick... it's a lip cream, and that's what it feels like.. delicious smelling lip cream. When I first tried it, I instantly said "WOW! This smells like... cotton candy! or strawberry frosting!"
The shade I picked is Tokyo which is a very cotton candy light pink. It might look too light for darker shades. It looked too bright for me, but I loved the taste, smell, and of course the feel of this lip cream that I will pick up some different colors later on.

5.HD Studio Photogenic Grinding Blush

Love this blush, and LOVE the color! I picked APRICOT. It blends perfectly and looks so beautiful, you get a healthy youthful look! LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!

What NYX Items have you guys tried? Which are your favorites?

e.l.f. HAUL 2

This is the 100 eyeshadow pallete. http://www.eyeslipsface.com/studio/eyes/eyeshadow/endless_eyes_pro_eyeshadow_palette_limited_edition

This is the Essentials Brightening Eyeshadow in 'DRAMA' You can't beat the colors, they are excellent smokey eye colors for just $1!!!!
http://www.eyeslipsface.com/elf/eyes/eyeshadow/brightening_eye_color

Love the brushes. The stipple brush was only $3

http://www.eyeslipsface.com/makeup/tools/brushes_and_applicators

Last but not least ..... my favorite product....wait for it..... wait for it........ ta da!!

Their HD powder! love it!!!!!!!! I will be making a review on it soon. I want to compare it to the 'it cosmetics' HD powder.

e.l.f. HAUL 1

I took advantage of the 10 free mineral eye shadows with a $25 order. I am so happy with almost everything. e.l.f. is usually a hit or miss with me(usually more miss).. BUT who can say no to free mineral eye shadows!? I will do a full review when I try all of the products but for now here is what I got..