Quite a bit later posting this than I had anticipated, but sometimes family emergencies happen (everyone is fine).
You can check out my super short video review here:
Here is my in depth review of my November Glam Bag from ipsy.
I was a little unclear on November's theme. It was either "wear your heart on your sleeve" or "friendsgiving". Not sure which one, but not the end of the world.
Quick Stats
Number of products I will use regularly: 4 (out of 5)
Star Rating for Bag: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⋆
Thoughts on this month’s bag overall: Pretty pleased with the variety of products and the products themselves. Would have liked a different nail polish shade.
In no particular order, my thoughts on the individual products.
1. CIATÉ LONDON: Wonderwand Mascara in Black Magic
Brand: Ciaté London
Product: Mascara
Name of Shade: Black Magic
Color: Carbon Black
Formula: Lengthening & Volumizing
Wand Shape: Hourglass
Pros: A rich, thick, true-black mini mascara. It doesn't smudge or flake, and to the extent that I tested it, it is waterproof.
Cons: The only real con, if you can even call it that, is that sometimes it makes my lashes so long that they bump my browbone before they dry. Super easy to fix and in my opinion a fair tradeoff.
Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Would I Purchase a Full Size? Yes
Final thoughts: A fanrastic mascara that gives volume and length and lasts all day. It has easily become my "go-to".
2. LOTTIE LONDON Blush in Zayn
Brand: Lottie London
Product: Blush
Name of Shade: Zayn
Color: Pink Rose
Finish: Matte
Formula: Powder
Pros: Super smooth and incredibly blendable. Color goes on sheerer but can be built up for a rosier, brighter look. Long lasting and is a universally flattering color.
Cons: It is, ever so slightly, chalky.
Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⋆
Would I Purchase a Full Size? Maybe.
Final thoughts: A good blush that gives you the option of sheer or intense pigment.
3. SUGAR COSMETICS Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick in Trusty Rusty
Brand: Sugar Cosmetics
Product: Lipstick
Name of Shade: Trusty Rusty
Color: Red
Finish: Matte
Formula: Liquid
Pros: Extremely pigmented, one swipe gives rich intense color. The finish is matte but it isn't drying or uncomfortable like other mattes. It doesn't smudge (or budge) and it lasts for hours.
Cons: Not truly a product drawback, but I wish the sample vial was bigger lol.
Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Would I Purchase a Full Size? Yes
Final thoughts: A beautiful true-red liquid lipstick with a comfortable matte finish that lasts all day.
4. INARA COSMOBEAUTY Nail Polish in Proud Coat
Brand: INARA COSMOBEAUTY
Product: Nail Polish
Name of Shade: Proud Coat
Color: Nude
Finish: Cream (Standard)
Number of Coats to Get Bottle Shade: 2
How Long Before Chipping: 1.5 weeks (but I wash a lot of dishes)
Pros: A sturdy polish that can take a lot of hits before chipping.
Cons: The shade is not really my taste.
Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⋆⋆
Would I Purchase a Full Size? Maybe, in a different shade.
Final thoughts: Nothing out of the ordinary, but a good, shiny polish that has decent staying power.
5. SJP BEAUTY Born Lovely created by Sarah Jessica Parker
Brand: SJP BEAUTY
Product: Eau De Parum Rollerball
Name of Scent: Born Lovely
Scent: Sweet, Fresh, Floral
Duration of Scent: All day+
Pros: Not too over powering, not too subtle. Long lasting and in convenient rollerball for on-the-go application
Cons: None
Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Would I Purchase a Full Size? Yes!
Final thoughts: A truly "lovely" fragrance!
Here is one of the looks I created with some of November's products:
Products:
CIATÉ LONDON: Wonderwand Mascara in Black Magic
LOTTIE LONDON: Blush in Zayn
SUGAR COSMETICS: Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick
in Trusty Rusty
Again, my crazy short video review is here:
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