The Prepped and Primed Collection from Total Beauty- Unboxing!

A few weeks ago I gave you a sneak peek at the new collection from Total Beauty called the Prepped and Primed Collection. I know you have been anticipating this collection so I am going to get right down to the good stuff.

All 5 items in this collection are BRAND NEW! They are designed to prepare and protect your skin for the winter season. There are 3 full size products and 2 deluxe samples. So what are they?

Surya Brasil Sapien- This full size bottle of body moisturizer is designed for prolonged hydration. It is all natural and vegan. Retail Value- $23.50

Sibu Beauty-  Have you ever heard of Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil? I had never heard of it until now but it is perfect for all skin types and helps relieve symptoms of rosacea, eczema, acne and dermatitis. Perfect for Winter! Retail Value- $15.95

Cures by Avance- I am excited about this hydrating body wash. I am going on a trip in a few weeks and this will be perfect for my travel bag. Retail Value- $11

Saint Germain Paris- This is a perfect everyday shades of eye shadow palate. And I love that there is a mirror on the inside lid. Retail Value- $5.99

Doctor Babor- This cream helps to stimulate the skins natural collagen production. This will improve the density and firmness of your skin. Retail Value- $46

This is a great collection with a value of over $90! That is well worth the $30 price tag that includes free shipping. These are some great new items that I have not seen anything like it in any box I have ever received.


Have you ordered a Total Beauty Collection Box? If so, which one? Did you love/not love it?

Birchbox- December 2013

I have been a loyal Birchboxer for about 2 years now. I love the concept of a monthly subscription box (which was started by Birchbox) and they have the best rewards program that I have ever seen. Normally, they variety that is in each box is great. A good combination of makeup, skincare and hair care but this month was a disappointment for me. Especially since it was the December box (which I find is normally the best box of the year).

Don't get me wrong, I am not going to cancel my Birchbox subscription because everyone has an off month. That to me is not a reason to cancel the box but it will make me look a little closer at the next couple of boxes. So what exactly came in my box?

Camille Beckham- This is the Morelia Monarch body butter and it smells amazing! It left my skin soft and hydrated. Retail Value- $0.75

bliss- This facial pad has time lapsed technology that gives your skin a facial as you sleep. Retail Value- $1

Birchbox- Birchbox has a new app and you can shop directly from your phone or tablet! This is a sticker to put on your phone so you don't forget to shop for all your favorites!

Klorane- I love this sample. It is a gentle dry shampoo with oat milk. I have not found a great dry shampoo that I love so I was excited to see this in the box. Retail Value- $6.50

LAQA & CO- This is definitely not my color and I am not a big fan of lip pencils but I have a friend that will go crazy for this. I see a stocking stuffer in her future! Retail Value- $9

Sarah McNamara- This is a skin transformer that improves skin tone and texture. Bonus- it has a SPF 20 in it! Retail Value- $4.80

The value of this months box is about $22. It is still a good value for the $10 price tag but I was just not thrilled with the collection. I am hoping for a better month next month!

Do you get Birchbox? If so, what do you love/not love about it?

Ipsy's My Glam Bag- December 2013

Celebration!

 

Since New Year's is only two weeks away I love that the theme of this month's Ipsy's My Glam Bag is CELEBRATION! All the items in this month's bag are perfect to make a glamorous look for your big party this year. Ipsy is full of great videos and ideas on how to create the perfect look you want.

 

 

I have to say that this is probably one of my favorite bags yet. For those of you who are new to Ipsy, you get all your goodies in a cosmetic bag. I have given most of my bags away because I do not need 12 bags that are all the same size. I do wish they would send some different size bags...

Be A Bombshell- If you read my blog regularly then you know I am a HUGE fan of Be A Bombshell Cosmetics but now I love them even more. I ordered some eyeliner from them on Black Friday because they were such a good deal and I am obsessed with their eye liner. And of course I used my Ipsy code and got a free lip gloss (perks of being a Ipsy subscriber!)  but when my order arrived it was not complete. I didn't worry to much because sometimes orders arrive in 2 shipments. When it hadn't come a sent them an email and they apologized and put the missing items in the mail that day. Everyone makes mistakes and I do not fault them for the error. I love that they fixed it immediately. So back to the item in this month's bag. It is a all in one stick. It can be used on your eyes, cheeks or lips. How convenient is that! Bonus Offer- 40% off any purchase plus a free full-sized Raspberry Tart Blush! Retail Value- $16

Starrily- This cute mini bottle of nail polish is black with gold glitter. I am personally not a big fan of the glitter nail polish but I know someone who is! Bonus Offer- 20% off any order. Retail Value- $5

POP Beauty- A collection of three pretty natural eye shadows is perfect to use everyday or add in some gold for New Year's Eve. Bonus Offer- 25% off any order. Retail Value- $8

 

Ardell- I wore my first pair of false eyelashes for my bridal portraits a few months ago and I have been crazy about them ever since. And if you are going to wear them I recommend Ardell. It is the only brand I wear. Retail Value- $4

 

J. Cat Beauty- I am not a big fan of lip pencils but I am always willing to give new products a try. It is my understanding that they have great staying power so I will be giving this one a try for New
Year's. Bonus Offer- 30% off. Retail Value- $4

 

It looks like I am ready for the holiday season with all these goodies from Ipsy! The value of this month's bag is $37! Great deal for the $10 price tag...

 

Do you get Ipsy? If so, what do you love/not love about it?

Yumvelope- Pre-Christmas Special!

Pre-Christmas Special-- Battle of the Teas!
Yumvelope is running an incredible deal through Thursday. All orders placed will receive $3 off plus an awesome 20 or 24-piece tea bag from the brand of your choice-- Rooibos Chai from EcoTeas or a green or black flavored tea from Revolution.

Here are the codes:
To get Revolution Tea, use code revolutionholidays.
To get EcoTeas, use code ecoholidays.

Whichever code is redeemed more will get an extra bonus-- a honey jar to go with the tea from Marshall's Honey!

In addition, all new gift orders until Thursday are eligible for a free mailed gift message to be delivered before Christmas. Just place your order and then shoot an email to yum@yumvelope.com with the requested message.

 

 

Boxy Charm- December 2013

I am new to Boxy Charm but so far I have really impresses with the variety of items that are in the box.

This month's theme is "Winter Wonderland". It makes me wish it was snowing outside (We don't get snow here in Charleston, SC very often) so I could cozy up inside with a cup of tea. Now it is only 40 degrees outside so I wasn't in the Winter Wonderland mood until I opened my Boxy Charm box!

NYX- This eye shadow pallet is going to be perfect for New Years. I love the pinks! Retail Value- $6

L'Oreal- This nail polish is the prettiest color of purple. I can understand why they call it "berry nice". Retail Value- $5

Mirabella- I love trying new mascaras and this gel essential is no different. Layer for dramatic effect! Retail Value- $22

Kaunis- This soothing facial mask balances for glowing silky skin. It also heightens moisture, relaxes and firms, and only contains organic ingredients. Retail Value- $15

Novex- I am very excited to try this hair cream. It contains Brazilian Keratin and Vitamin E. Retail Value- $7

Ofra- Lip Gloss with a plumper! Some of us need a little extra help with plump lips so I am ready to try this plumper lip gloss. Retail Value- $12.95

Mission- Sweet Vanilla lip balmer with SPF 15. I am a huge fan of lip balm so this is perfect for Winter. Retail Value- $5


It looks I am very ready for this Winter season thanks to my December Boxy Charm. Plus all the colors are perfect for any New Years party!

The value of this month's box is $82.95. Definitely a good deal for the $21 price tag each month.

Do you get Boxy Charm?  If so, what do you love/not love about it?

The Prepped and Primed Collection from Total Beauty

This is a SNEAK PEAK at the new collection from Total Beauty! This post is full of info, sneak peak at a few products and promo codes. I love promo codes! So what exactly is so awesome about this new collection?

Give (or get!) the gift of beauty with the all-new Prepped and Primed Collection by TotalBeauty.com

The Prepped and Primed Collection by TotalBeauty.com is filled with beauty essentials to prepare and protect your skin during the winter season. It comes with 5 ALL NEW beauty products including 3 Full size and 2 Deluxe size products. It's the perfect last-minute gift, stocking stuffer or treat for yourself!

PRODUCT REVEALS:

• Babor Collagen Booster Cream - Deluxe Sample, $46.25 value
• The alternative to anti-wrinkle injections. Restructures the skin and plumps it up intensively from the inside. Reduces fine lines and wrinkles and inhibits the degradation of collagen fibers. Contains a hyaluronic acid complex, marine collagen and Collagen Booster Protein.
• Surya Brasil Sapien Women Body Moisturizer - Full Size, $23.50 value
• The ecofriendly Sapien Women Body Moisturizer is vegan, natural and rich in exotic organic Amazonian ingredients like Cupuacu and Murumuru butters, Pracaxi and Acai oils, Amaranth protein, Vitamin E and Aloe Vera juice that protect the skin and provide deep hydration. 

Order by December 18th for a delivery before December 24th! Use these promo codes for even more savings.

Buy 1, Save $5 ($25 ea) use code CM5BLOG           

Buy 2, Save $12 ($24 ea) use code CM12BLOG         

Buy 3, Save $30 ($20 ea) use code CM30BLOG 

 

 

The Prepped and Primed Collection has a value of over $90 and costs $30 and free shipping. Oh and even less if you buy more than one box. This is the perfect last minute gift to give all the ladies on your list or buy one for yourself!

 

 http://www.totalbeauty.com/shops/collections/prepped-primed?utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=LoveMySubscriptions&utm_campaign=PreppedAndPrimed

 

I will be unboxing this collection on December 26th and I know you are going to get your own so you can follow along with my post.