What Can I Buy?

IPSY is a $10 monthly subscription box of beauty products.

Each box (or pink package) contains a make-up pouch that is designed according to the monthly box theme. The bag contains a combination of 4-5 sample and full size products.This subscription box is the best way to try and test different make-up brands without breaking the bank. This is also a cheap way to build your make up arsenal. :)

Ipsy ships to US and Canada.

This month's theme is: ALL YOU

Here are the goodies in the bag:

Here's a closer look of the bag this month

Ok, now I am having issues with the past 3 Ipsy bag design. It does not look good. In fact, it looks cheap. Ipsy had better designs in the past. Former bags also look more 'finished' and polished. This one looks like something bought on clearance from a factory. It's just BLAH.

Here's a closer look of the goodies:

TOO FACED

Hangover 3-in-1 Replenishing Primer and Setting Spray

NAKED COSMETICS

Mother Nature #06

GLAMOUR DOLLS

Glamour Dolls x Lisa Frank Bitten & Bronzed Matte Bronzer

CROWN BRUSH

C141 Small Chisel Brush

TARTE

Deluxe Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush in Feisty, Quirky, or Idol

Although I do not like the design of the bag this month, I have to admit that I like the selection of products included in my subscription. Having a brush included in my bag is always good because it is something that I will definitely use. Too bad the Too Faced Setting Spray is extremely small - it really is just a sample and not even a deluxe sized sample. The two other bronzers, although a mini size, will definitely go a long way.

Interested in getting your own glam bag? Click here.

Unboxing: Ipsy November - All You

by Jo Bats on November 20, 2017

IPSY is a $10 monthly subscription box of beauty products. Each box (or pink package) contains a make-up pouch that is designed accord...

Healavie Brightening Serum Mask

When it comes to sheet masks, I prefer masks drenched in creamy serum instead of its watery counterpart. For me, it is less messy and I find it more effective in moisturizing my skin. The Healavie Brightening Serum Mask is exactly like this. The essence is thick and creamy making the whole masking experience luxurious. The cellulose type sheet makes it easy to apply and adhere on the skin. I kept the mask on for a 40 minutes. The finish is beautiful. It left my skin well moisturized and very hydrated. The brightening effect is also immediately noticed. It gave “life” to my tired looking skin. There is also no tacky residue left on my skin. All in all I am happy with this mask – it answers my need for a cream based serum as well as work magic to my tired looking skin.

Healavie Brightening Serum Mask contains fruit extract from Sea Buckthorn (Vitamin Tree) which is effective in moisturizing and giving life to dry and dull skin. It also has Vitamin which nourishes tired skin. Another 10 different kinds of herbal ingredients is also in this mask to aid in moisturizing, calming, and whitening/brightening of the skin.

Ingredients:

Water, Glycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Niacinamide, Dipropylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Propanediol, Sophora Flavescens Root Extract, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract, Phellinus Linteus Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract, Morus Alba Bark Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Fragaria Chiloensis (Strawberry) Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Angelica Gigas Root Extract, Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract, Dimethicone, Methyipropanediol, Maltodextrin, Butylene Glycol, Betaine,Beta-Carotene, Stearic Acid, Squalane, Sorbitan Stearate, Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Silica, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Ceramide NP, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Adenosine, t-Butyl Alcohol, Cholesterol, Caprylici Capric Triglyceride, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine HO, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Phytosphingosine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ethylhexylglycerin. Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Trisociium EDTA

Healavie Brightening Serum Mask

by Jo Bats on November 16, 2017

Healavie Brightening Serum Mask When it comes to sheet masks, I prefer masks drenched in creamy serum instead of its watery counter...

Green Tea and Enzyme Powder Wash

I love everything green tea. I love the taste, the scent, the look and the calmness that it represents. When Wishtrend gave me a chance to review their upcoming product which is green tea based, I immediately grabbed the opportunity.

Green tea is known for its very powerful anti-oxidants which is effective in purifying the skin. It is also rich in Vitamins A, C and E.

Another notable ingredient is this wash is papain which removes proteolytic enzymes, old keratin, and skin wastes to improve the skin texture.

Using this wash is pure heaven. It has a very subtle scent of green tea latte which provides a very relaxing experience. It does not foam or lather like a typical facial wash, however, the results are far beyond what a typical foam wash could do. It cleanses the skin gently without making it feel dry. It also immediately brightens the skin. All in all, I am in love with this powder wash!

Right now, Wishtrend is running a special promotional launch. The Green Tea & EnzymePowder Wash is currently 20% off. They are also offering a “Best Duo” package of the Green Tea & Enzyme Powder Wash + Vitamin 75 Maximizing Cream. Another offer is the “Triple Threat” which is Green Tea & Enzyme Powder Wash + Vitamin 75 Maximizing Cream + Natural Vitamin 21.5 Enhancing Sheet Mask (10 sheets).

Click here to get your discounted products!

Wishtrend: Green Tea and Enzyme Powder Wash Review and Promo

by Jo Bats on November 10, 2017

Green Tea and Enzyme Powder Wash I love everything green tea. I love the taste, the scent, the look and the calmness that it represe...

Loot Crate is a monthly mystery subscription box of geek and gamer gear. It is filled with exclusive items from the biggest and most popular pop culture franchises. The cost for a monthly subscription is $21.99 (Includes Shipping and Handling).

The Loot Crate umbrella now offers other boxes such as Loot Crate Pets and Loot Crate Anime.

This Unboxing is for the original Loot Crat e box.

This month's theme is Mythical

Here are the items in the box:

Each box also come with a Loot Crate exclusive magazine filled with bits of information regarding the month's loot. It also features the Loot Crate community as well as some contest and promotion.

Here is a closer look of the pin:

Dracula definitely embodies this month's theme - Mythical. He is timeless, ageless and super mysterious!

The monthly exclusive Loot Crate pin can unlock additional digital loot.

This month's is a comics from Marvel Puzzle Quest.

The loot Crate box when flipped inside out reveals as Thor's hammer.

Ghostbusters T-Shirt

Who you Gonna Call? Ghostbusters!

Who doesn't know this famous line? This shirt is very timely for Halloween. Perfect get-up for people who doesn't really want to wear a costume but still wants to be part of the Halloween spirit.

Thor and Loki PhatMojo Figure

Here's a closer look:

Loot Crate pays homage to the two legendary rivals from Asgard.

Buffy The Vampire Slayer "Mr. Pointy" Bookmark

You definitely know this if you are already alive and kicking in the 90's.

SuperEmoScenes Stranger Things Diorama Figure

Here's a closer look:

Who doesn't love Eleven?

This super cute figure features Eleven and the Demogorgon.

Interested in getting your own Loot Crate? Get $5 off your first month!

Click HERE.

Unboxing: Loot Crate October 2017 - Mythical

by Jo Bats on October 31, 2017

Loot Crate is a monthly mystery subscription box of geek and gamer gear. It is filled with exclusive items from the biggest and most popul...

MishiBox is a Korean beauty monthly subscription box.

It offers a combination of 4-6 deluxe and full-sized Korean beauty products each month. Subscription is $19.95 per month with free shipping. They also offer an annual subscription rate of $239.40. This is the easiest and most affordable way to try and test Korean beauty brands.

Each box contains a card describing all the items in the box. It also gives the instructions on how to use the products. This is very helpful since most labels and how to's are written in Korean.

Here is this month's box:

Here's a closer look:

Skin Watchers AC Clearing Foam Cleanser
Full Size!
Value: $20

This month, Mishi Box gave its subscribers a choice between a foam cleanser or a clearing toner.
This cleanser does not contain any parabens, sulfates, synthetic fragrance or petrochemicals.

Innisfree Volcanic Konjac Cleansing Sponge
Full Size!
Value: $6

This sponge is made of natural fibrous root of the konjac plant. I remember when konjac first came to the beauty scene and everyone was just all over it. I honestly find konjac sponges very effective in gently exfoliating the skin. However, it is not something that would last for a long time. It can harbor tons of bacteria and even serve as a breeding ground for molds if not cleaned and dried properly.

Kindal Butter Multi Balm
by Ramasu
Full Size!
Value: $12

This balm contains macadamia seed oil, jojoba seed oil and argan oil.
It is the perfect balm to use from head to toe!

My Beauty Tool Strawberry Hair Curlers
By Etude House
Full Size!
Value: $6 for 4 Curlers

These are the softest curlers ever!

Jeju Dol Hareubang 3-Step Blackhead Pack
by Daycell
Full Size!
Value: $5

This set preps the skin, removes blackheads and tightens pores.

Re DNA Ampoule Mask Packs
by Daycell
Full Size!
Value: $4

Interested in getting your own monthly Korean beauty goodies? Click HERE

Unboxing: Mishi Box October 2017

by Jo Bats on October 27, 2017

MishiBox is a Korean beauty monthly subscription box. It offers a combination of 4-6 deluxe and full-sized Korean beauty products ea...

BEVY C. Lumiwhite Collection

“Global Pioneer of Pre-Makeup Skincare”

BEVY C. is a skincare line from Taiwan which promotes “pre-make-up” care. It nourishes the skin as well as serves as a good base and primer for makeup. It is a simple yet effective, high quality skincare line. All of its products do not contain Alcohol, Tretinoin, MI, MCI and Artificial Pigments. Its ingredients are based on natural, botanic and organic materials.

All products have gone through 48 hours of skin allergy patch test making sure that there will be no possible adverse reaction.

It proudly declares that it practices human sensitive testing and that it is cruelty-free.

The Lumiwhite Collection is all about water balance, oil control and hydration. The line prepares the skin by providing it with ultra moisture and by creating a smooth and perfect canvass for makeup.

Lumiwhite Moist Up Lotion

This is a lightweight gel-type facial lotion that is best used right after cleansing. It provides all-day hydration without making the skin oily. It brightens the skin and balances its pH.

My thoughts:

I am very pleased with this facial lotion. Honestly, I was not expecting it to be a gel-type and clear. It has a thin consistency that is almost a bit runny. It is very similar to toners. The scent is pleasing, almost unnoticeable. I do think that perhaps it does not contain any perfume. The watery consistency of this lotion turns a bit oily once in contact with the skin however, upon absorption, I did not feel or even notice any oily residue on my skin. It is true that it is very light weight and refreshing.

Ingredients: Aqua, 1,3-Propanediol, Honey Extract, Aloe Vera, Rose Extract, Chamomile Extract, Algae Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Carbopol, Witch Hazel Extract, Pentavitin, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, Coceth-7, PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether and PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil.

Lumiwhite Moist Up Elixir

Provides 24 hours of hydration. It also replenishes dry and thirsty skin. It turns base makeup into a facial mask. It controls the skins’ production of oil without stripping essential moisture. Aside from this, it also brightens the skin.

My Thoughts:

This elixir has a slightly thick, gel like texture that starts off a little oily when first applied to the skin. Once absorbed, the finish is nice and matte. Absorption of this product is excellent; it only takes a few seconds for the emulation to be completely absorbed by the skin.

Ingredients:

Aqua, PEG-8, Butylene Glycol, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Witch Hazel Bark/Leaf/ Twig Extract, Glycerin, Subtilisin, Sodium PCA, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Natto Gum, Chlorphenesin, Isoceteth-20, Zinc Phenolsulfonate, Retinyl Palmitate, Xantham Gum, Sodium Citrate, Fragrance, Ceramide 1,2,3,5,6ll & Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glycine Soja Sterols, Ceramide 2,3,6 & Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate.

Lumiwhite Moist Up Emulsion

This emulsion whitens, hydrates and restores the skin. It helps retain moisture, balances skin’s oil and tightens pores leaving the skin silky smooth.

My Thoughts:

This elixir has a consistency of a thin lotion. It is white in color and a little scented. It feels similar to an essence, both in texture and effects. Upon applying the emulsion, it immediately leaves the skin very fresh and silky. It is true that it did control the oiliness of my skin throughout the day. Usually, in the late afternoon, my t-zone would get a bit oily already and this emulsion did keep the oiliness at bay.

Ingredients:

Purified Water, 1-3 Butylene Glycol, Glycereth-7, Squalane, Lemon Extract, Orange Flower Water, Aloe Extract, Propylene Glycol Monostearate, Polyoxyethylene Glyceryl Monostearate, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Extract, Licorice Extract,Behenyl Alcohol, Hydrolyzed Prunus Domestica, Glycerin/ Dithiaoctanediol/Gluconic Acid/Sutilains/ Beta-Carotene, Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi Leaf Extract/ Mitracarpus Scaber Extract, Ceramide, Sodium Polymethacrylate, Propylene Glycol/ Diazolidinyl Urea/ Methyl Paraben/ Propyl Paraben, Fragrance.

Over All Thoughts

My morning skincare and make up routine is very simple considering that I am always in a hurry to go to work. What I like about BEVY C. Lumiwhite collection is its simplicity. Only three products and it provide the best pre makeup skincare I need for the day.

Product Feature: Bevy C Lumiwhite Collection

by Jo Bats on October 26, 2017

BEVY C. Lumiwhite Collection “Global Pioneer of Pre-Makeup Skincare” BEVY C. is a skincare line from Taiwan which promotes ...

IPSY is a $10 monthly subscription box of beauty products.

This month's theme is: Spellbound

Boxy Charm also celebrates the same Spellbound theme this month. This for sure was over looked by either of the two subscription service. Having the same theme will automatically pit them against each other.

Here are the items:

I received 2 full size and 3 deluxe sized items.

Here's a closer look:

Ipsy Glam Bag

I have to be honest, this is the ugliest Ipsy bag ever. It looks something straight from the reject bin in 1989. The red lace design is do dated and poorly made.