Double Issue! ipsy | May & June 2020 | Reviews & Swatches

I can’t believe I’m reviewing May & June’s glam bags already! 

And I can’t believe we are half way through year already, in my mind it’s March 98th 📅 

One of the upsides to this time warp state of events is the ipsy bags keep coming and give me an extra boost of positivity each month! 🙌

Here are my swatches and reviews of May & June's glam bags from ipsy! 

MAY

Quick Stats: 

Number of Products I'll Use Regularly: 3
My Overall Star Rating for May's Glam Bag: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭑ (4 out of 5)
Thoughts on May’s Glam Bag: Definitely some fun products with bright pops of color to welcome summer.

May’s bag reminds me of summer sunsets with yellows and pinks with an orange hue conversion in the middle 🌇

Onto May's products:

1. SPACE CASE COSMETICS: Eyeshadow in Intense Stargasm

Brand: Space Case

Product: Eyeshadow

Name of Shade: Intense Stargasm 

Color: Silver

Finish: Shimmer

Formula: Pressed Powder 

Fallout: Minimal to None

Chalky/Flaky: No/No

Blendable: Yes

Lasts for: 8-10 Hours 

Pros: Smooth as butter and ultra blendable, this eyeshadow applies like a dream and lasts for many hours. The pretty silver shade sparkles like a star in the sky and can be built up from a soft, diffused wash of color to a stronger, more intense silver tint. Lasts a crazy long time with no creasing or caking. 

Cons: None 

Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 out of 5)

Would I Purchase: Yes 

Final Thoughts: Incredibly smooth and blendable, out of this world pigment, and no fallout make this an excellent eyeshadow.👽

2. TARTE: SEA H₂O Gloss Lip Gloss in Sail Away

Brand: Tarte Cosmetics

Product: Lip Gloss

Name of Shade: Sail Away

Color: Pink Mauve

Finish: Glossy

Formula: Gloss

Smudges/Drying/Sticky: No/No/A Little Bit Sticky

Lasts for: 2-3 Hours

Pros: Super shiny gloss in an ultra flattering mauve-pink shade. It’s also extremely hydrating, so it has the benefits of a balm with the appearance of a gloss.

Cons: Although it’s a nice lip gloss, it isn’t anything beyond just a lip gloss. It claims to have antioxidants and other extracts to nourish lips, maybe I’ll see results as I use it long term, but at this point I can't see paying the retail price for just a typical lip gloss. Very similar to the retired Urban Decay Naked lip gloss.

Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭑⭑ (3 out of 5)

Would I Purchase: Probably Not

Final Thoughts: A very adequate lip gloss with some possible benefits, but nothing different from any other lip gloss.

3. Nails.INC Nail Polish: Nail Polish in Primrose Walk

Product: Nail PolishBrand: Nails.INCName of Shade: Primrose WalkColor: Deep MagentaFinish: GlossNumber of Coats to Get Bottle Shade: 1Lasts for: Approximately 2 Weeks

Pros: Really nice shade of pink, perfect for the start of summer. This polish glides on effortlessly and stays intact for about two weeks.

Cons: As with any polish there is some chipping after a couple weeks. 

Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 out of 5)
Would I Purchase: Yes

Final Thoughts: Truly lovely nail polish in a fun color with pretty decent staying power before chipping occurs.

4. JEJU:EN: Aloe Gel Sleeping Mask

Brand: JeJu:En

Product: Mask 

Size: Mini 

Formula: Gel 

Skin Type It Works Best For: Dry to Combination

Pros: A nice gel mask that smoothes on skin evenly and gives a refreshing tingling sensation. It provides moisture and hydrates skin.

Cons: Can transfer to pillowcase if worn overnight. It does moisturize but I didn’t notice anything beyond what a decent moisturizer can do on its own without a mask.

Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭑⭑⭑ (2 out of 5)

Would I Purchase: No

Final Thoughts: If you are in need of some extra boosts of hydration this is a fine mask to add to your routine, otherwise I don’t see myself purchasing it.    

       5. SLMISSGLAM: SS57 Brush

Brand: SLMISSGLAM 

Name of Brush: SS57
Feature for Brush: Eyes
Feature I Use it for: Eyes, Under Eyes, Highlighting
Formula it Works Best with: Powder
Blends Makeup Well: Yes
Bristles Splay: None 

Pros: Fluffy and perfect for blending this soft brush is the best shape and texture for dusting on eyeshadow, setting the under eyes with loose powder, or highlighting the high points of the face. Plus the handle is pink and super sparkly!✨

Cons: None.

Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 out of 5)
Would I Purchase: Yes

Final Thoughts: Awesome blending brush that works with so many different products and has excellent bristle retention. 

Here is a look I created with some of May's ipsy products:

SPACE CASE COSMETICS: Eyeshadow in Intense Stargasm

TARTE: SEA H₂O Gloss Lip Gloss in Sail Away

Now for June's #ipsymakewaves 🏊

JUNE

Quick Stats: 

My Overall Star Rating for June's Glam Bag: ⭐⭐⭑⭑⭑ (2 out of 5)
Thoughts on June’s Glam Bag: A couple of very useful products in June’s bag, and some that I won’t get much use out of.

Number of Products I'll Use Regularly: 2

Not gonna lie I can't really make the connection between the design on the bag and the theme of 'Make Waves' but it's cute and I like the blue hair! 💙

1. OFRA COSMETICS:"Covent Garden" Highlighter

Brand: Ofra Cosmetics
Product: Highlighter
Name of Shade: Covent Garden
Color: Rosy Cream
Finish: Pearl
Formula: Powder
Fallout: None
Smudges/Streaks/Runs: No/No/No
Blendable: Yes
Chalky/Flaky/Crumbly: No/No/No
Lasts for: 10+ Hours


Pros: I’m in love with this highlighter! It was my pick for the month of June and I am so pleased with it. It’s a creamy, soft powder that glides on so perfectly smooth and gives the perfect amount of glow without looking too extreme. It’s such a flattering highlighter shade I want to buy more it now!


Cons: None

Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 out of 5)
Would I Purchase: Yes!

Final Thoughts: Fabulous highlighter that gives a radiant lit-from-within glow and lasts all day. Definitely the savior of June’s bag.

2. MARC ANTHONY TRUE PROFESSIONAL: Bye Bye Frizz Heat Protectant Leave-in Conditioner

Brand: Marc Anthony True Professional
Product: Conditioner
Size: Mini
Formula: Cream

Pros: A really nice conditioner that helps cut down on frizz thanks to coconut oil and other nourishing ingredients.


Cons: It’s a good product, but is it better than other anti-frizz conditioners? No, not in my opinion, it’s about on the same level as the rest.


Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭑⭑ (3 out of 5)
Would I Purchase: No

Final Thoughts: A good conditioner, it delivers on what it claims, but it’s similar to many other anti-frizz conditioners.

3. MAËLLE BEAUTY: Clearly Brilliant Tinted Lips in Nectar

Brand: Maëlle Beauty
Product: Lipstick
Name of Shade: Nectar
Color: Peachy Coral
Finish: Satin
Formula: Lip Crayon
Smudges/Drying/Sticky: No/No/No
Lasts for: 3-4 Hours

Pros: At first I didn’t think I would like this lip crayon purely based on the color, but after applying it and wearing it I have to say: I really like it! The shade isn’t too sheer or peachy; it gives a nice coral like color to lips. It is also very comfortable to wear, non drying and even once it begins to fade it leaves a nice wash of color.

Cons: It fades faster than a typical lipstick and can transfer when drinking or eating.

Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭑⭑ (3 out of 5)
Would I Purchase: Maybe

Final Thoughts: Pretty color, comfortable and lightweight, and with a few extra steps you can make it last longer and minimize transfer.

4. NANETTE LEPORE: Body Lotion in Colors of Nanette

Brand: Nanette LeporeProduct: Body Lotion Size: Mini Formula: Lotion
Scent Last for: 5-6 Hours


Pros: The body lotion counterpart to the perfume Colors of Nanette comes in a super pretty multicolor tube. The fragrance is a distinct floral and being from a perfume line the scent lasts quite a long time.


Cons: The downside of being a perfume derivative is the scent is much stronger than the typical lotion, so it has a very intense floral bouquet that can be overwhelming when first applied.


Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭑⭑⭑ (2 out of 5)
Would I Purchase: No

Final Thoughts: Fragrance reviews are subjective; what one person likes another might not. But for me, it has a strong scent that can be overpowering but if given time to "breathe" it has more of a muted floral scent that is rather nice.

5. HOUSE OF MAKEUP: Nail Lacquer in Flat White

Product: Nail Polish
Brand: House of Makeup
Name of Shade: Flat White
Color: Beige
Finish: Cream
Number of Coats to Get Bottle Shade: 2
Lasts for: 1-1½ Weeks

Pros: Really good quality nail lacquer that applies smooth and adheres nicely to nails. It lasts a decent amount of time too.
Cons: It does start to chip relatively soon and the shade is not for me.

Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭑⭑ (3 out of 5)
Would I Purchase: Maybe (in a different color)

Final Thoughts: It definitely is a good nail polish formula, it does chip, but it can last longer if you're willing to do some minor touch ups along the way.




And here is a makeup look I created using some of June's ipsy products:

MAËLLE BEAUTY: Clearly Brilliant Tinted Lips in Nectar

OFRA COSMETICS:"Covent Garden" Highlighter

OFRA COSMETICS:"Covent Garden" Highlighter (my new favorite highlighter!!)

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