ipsy Febuary 2014

My ipsy bag finally arrived today (probably due to all of the snow that's been pummeling the East Coast).  I received some great products, though not really in the shades I was hoping to receive.

1. Zoya Nail Polish in Odette

I actually wanted this color, of the two options (the other color was Dot, which looks a bit transparent). I tried the color on two fingernails and found that it came out a rich purple color.  I have a lot of purple nail polish, but I loved the application and this is my first Zoya polish; now I get the hype.

2. Eyetini Cordial Creme Shadow + Base In One in Ambrosia

It's funny that this product has a ridiculously long name, seeing as the actual tube of shadow just says "Shadow Tint Ambrosia" on the bottom with no other branding.  I like the color. I like the texture when I tried it on the back of my hand. Still- what's with all of the eyeshadows coming in weird forms now? Was a tin of powder too old-school? I now have: eyeshadow that comes in a lipgloss-like tube, eyeshadow that comes in an eyeliner-like stick, eyeliner that comes in a cream like a lip balm. Was something horridly wrong with powders?

3. Dr. Lin Acne Spot Corrector

I always like trying new skin care. It's 5% benzoyl peroxide, so I'm glad to try this in the winter, when I don't get any sunshine (it can cause some pretty bad burns). I really wonder if girls on ipsy will try to create a "look" that uses this product. ipsy users are encouraged to create looks based on what's in their bags, which usually includes all cosmetics.

4. Pop Beauty Plump Pout Mini in Peony Petal

It's a shame that this color is far too whorish for work, because it seems like a decent lipgloss. I love the unique shape because my purse always has a few lipsticks and chapsticks that all feel the same when rooting around for makeup. Still, a little too bright and pink for everyday.

3. City Color Be Matte Blush in Fresh Melon

This isn't fair. Online, "Fresh Melon" looks like a slightly bronzed pink suitable for every complexion. On the back of my hand (and in the picture above), it appears Bring-In-The-Clowns Pink.  It is such a shame because it feels light and silky in application.  Maybe if I use one molecule of the stuff I won't look like a sad, sad clown. I will try to salvage this.

Cheers,

Christine