What Can I Buy?

Play! is a monthly subscription service by Sephora. It features high end quality products ranging from skin care, cosmetics and fragrance. The subscription cost $10 and you get 6 samples, a playlist booklet and a card or coupon to use on your next store visit.

Join the wait list now if you are interested in getting this most coveted beauty box. Play! is still not yet open to the general public but it opens up a few slots every now and then.

The theme for this month is Best in Glow. I received 5 deluxe sample sized items and one perfume vial.

Here are the goodies:

Here's a closer look:

Cover FX

Illuminating Primer

This is a silicone free primer that preps the skin with a light reflecting mineral complex. It also helps eliminate dullness.

Caudalie

Vinosource

Moisturizing Sorbet

This Gel Cream Hydrates and softens skin while visibly calming redness and congestion.

Laura Mercier

Caviar Stick Eye Colour in Rose Gold

High-pigment eyeshadow. Glides easily, transfer-proof, all-day wear.

Sephora Collection

Ultra Shine Lip Gel in Pin Up Pink

Hydrating, glossy lip gel that visibly plumps lips.

Glamglow

Gravity Mud Firming Treatment

Peel-off mask

Makes skin appear firm and toned.

Perfume Pick

In Wood Company

Maison Mariela

'Replica' By the Fireplace

Warm woody scent for both men and women.

I have been subscribed to Play! for a couple of months now and I am still 50-50 about this subscription. Yes, the items are high quality and high value. There is also always a good mix of skincare and cosmetics. I just cannot pinpoint why I am not 100% happy with the selection and the goodies. Perhaps because they do not throw in full sized products? I don't know. One thing for sure is that I am glad they do not give sachet samples. That would be definitely a deal breaker for me.

As for this month's box, I am happy to receive and try Glamglow - I heard a lot of good things about it. I also like the Laura Mercier eyeshadow.

Interested in getting your own Play! by Sephora box? Sign up now!

Unboxing: Play! by Sephora November

by Jo Bats on November 22, 2016

Play! is a monthly subscription service by Sephora. It features high end quality products ranging from skin care, cosmetics and fragranc...

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 Rockstarlet

Here are the items in the bag:

This month's make up bag is really cute. I love the astro design - kinda blends in with the Supermoon that we had earlier this week. I also noticed that this bag is padded.

Here is a closer look of the goodies:

Doucce
Freematic Blush in #49 Zen Orange

Buildable and blendable.
Soft, silky powder glides on evenly every time
Goes the distance. Oil-free formula won’t fade or smudge.

ModelCo
INSTANT BROWS Brow Pencil in Light/Medium or Medium/Dark

Get the right fit. Soft brown color suits blondes and brunettes.
Double sided. Built-in grooming brush makes blending and shaping simple.
Serious staying power. Long-wearing formula helps brows remain in place.

I received the Light/Medium shade - which is definitely not my color. Although not my shade, I still tried it on for the purpose of testing and I find it really good. It applies and blends easily. Definitely a must buy item for me!

Luxie Beauty
Luxie Rose Gold Small Duo Fiber Brush 524T

Double down. Duo fibers give us greater control over how we apply.Lighten up. Synthetic white fibers on the end of the brush lay down pigments more gently than a denser brush would (which means zero risk of overdoing it). Works well with powders, creams and liquids.

Receiving a brush from a subscription service is my BINGO! item. I am ALWAYS happy to get a good quality brush. Now, this month is a winner for me. I love Luxie. The quality of their brushes are amazing! It is so soft to the touch and it works really well.

theBalm Cosmetics
Mad Lash® Mascara

Curved brush gives uber volume and lift.

The tip of the wand is ideally designed to get at even the tiniest of lashes.

Into the deep. Rich black shade brings out our dramatic side.

pūr~lisse
Blue Lotus Balancing Moisturizer

Greek to us. The anti-inflammatory properties of the Blue Lotus date back to Ancient Greece and Homer’s Lotus Eaters (who lived off of the tranquil plants).

White tea and vitamin E help prevent fine lines and wrinkles.
Absorbs and hydrates quickly, so we look dewy in an instant.

Interested in receiving your own bag of lovely goodies? Click HERE

Unboxing: Ipsy November Glam Bag

by Jo Bats on November 18, 2016

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

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.

I am always happy with the quality of items that Mishi Box includes in this beauty subscription. Often, the value is more than double the amount that I paid for.

Here are the items in this month's box:

Here's a closer look of the goodies:

Esfolio

Pure Skin Essence Sheet Mask

Full Size!

Value: $2/ 25 ml

I received the milk essence mask. This mask helps in maintaining clean and clear skin while promoting elasticity and hydration.

Hongik Skin

Hand Butter Cream

Full Size!

Value: $6 / 50 ml

A literal "helping hand" to keep your hands and nails moisturized and smooth.

Available in Cherry Blossom, Apple Mango, Petti Baby, Pure Clean Soap, Romantic Musk and Lovely Rose.

Mediheal

Petalpoten Hydrop Sleeping Mask

Full Size!

Value: $15 / 55 ml

I received the Lotus Essential Mask. This tightens and improves elasticity of the skin.

Tony Moly

Panda Brightening Eyebase

Full Size!

Value: $12

This cute little thing can cover dark spots, circles and blemishes around the eye area. Just pat lightly on the skin and blend with your finger - then you are good to go!

Tony Moly

Petite Bunny Gloss Bar

Full Size!

Value: $8

Keeps lips moist, fresh and glossy! Has a cute light tint too!

All in all, I am very happy with this month's box. Visually, this is by far the cutest bunch of goodies that I have ever seen in a subscription box. My favorites? Definitely the Tony Moly lippie and the Panda Eyebase. It looks good and it really works! I love it!

Interested in getting your own cute Korean Skincare and make up goodies? Click HERE

Unboxing: Mishi November Box

by Jo Bats on November 11, 2016

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

Check out this watch on Amazon by Cofuo This outdoor LED watch uses Japanese technology for precise time keeping. It is also well made and shock resistant. This can is also waterproof for daily use - meaning you can wash the dishes, do the laundry, water the plants but not swim with it.

I received this item at a discount in exchange for an honest review.

Mens Sport Outdoor LED Watch

by Jo Bats on November 07, 2016

Check out this watch on Amazon by Cofuo This outdoor LED watch uses Japanese technology for precise time keeping. It is also well...

Here is another awesome gift idea for the fashionable men in your life. Head on to Amazon and check out this beautiful Blue Leather Wrist Watch by Coufo.

This watch has a German quality glass that is scratch resistant. It is also water proof for daily use. It says in the description of this watch on Amazon that you can swim with it. I guess swimming is fine but deep diving is not. The leather (faux) is soft and very comfortable to wear.

This watch is also packaged beautifully in a nice gift box. Definitely ready for gifting!

Check it out here.

I received this item at a discount in exchange for an honest review.

Christmas Gift Idea: Blue Leather Men's Wrist Watch

by Jo Bats on November 03, 2016

Here is another awesome gift idea for the fashionable men in your life. Head on to Amazon and check out this beautiful Blue Leather Wrist W...

It is here!!!! Ipsy's Generation Beauty 2017 is now selling tickets! Hurry and head on HERE and grab the early bird rate. HURRY! This will sell out fast!

"Generation Beauty is back in LA with your favorite brands, creators and more. This unique beauty experience allows fans to meet and collaborate with top influencers and brands for a glam weekend of inspiration, networking and fun. And, did we mention there's an awesome goodie bag involved (over $200 worth of makeup, skincare and more!) for everyone who attends?"

Still not convinced? Read my experience and check out my haul this year!

Ipsy's Generation Beauty Tickets Now Available!

by Jo Bats on October 27, 2016

It is here!!!! Ipsy's Generation Beauty 2017 is now selling tickets! Hurry and head on HERE and grab the early bird rate . HURRY!...

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 $13.95 + $6 Shipping.

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

This Unboxing is for the original Loot Crate box.

This month's theme is Horror

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, The Walking Dead, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Friday the 13th

Amazing! I like geeky stuff but anything horror definitely takes the top spot of the list. I watch tons and tons or horror films and tv shows. I am a fan - big time!

So here are the goodies:

This month's box feels more like an ode to The Walking Dead. The inside of the box this month does not flip inside out to reveal a themed design - instead it has an awesome zombie cut out mask and totally cool snapshot of the cast.

Now let us go the the actual The Walking Dead item:

Negan Sluggers T-Shirt

Really?! I cannot wear the face of this murderer! Hahaha But seriously, I love this shirt! The design is insane! Also, as always, the quality of the shirt is really good too. I will definitely wear this on Halloween.

A Nightmare on Elm Street

Freddy Krueger Glove Chopstick

Wow. It has been a while since I have heard anything Freddy! This is a really good surprise.

Unfortunately, these chopsticks are close to being unusable. The sticks cannot be removed from Freddy;s hand. Perhaps, I can use this as my daughter's chopstick trainer. Oh well.

Regrettable Super Villains Book

This is a nice quirky book.

This will definitely make a cute coffee table book - interesting stuff inside too.

Leatherface Phunny Plush

Hmm. Not really a fan of this one, but cute nonetheless.

Camp Crystal Lake Pennant

Remember Jason? I wonder where I can use this? Cute concept but pretty much un-usable.

As always, the box comes with an exclusive Loot Crate monthly magazine and pin. The pin can can reveals another digital loot. This month it is something from Superfight.