ipsy | September 2020 | Review & Swatches

Hi Lovelies!

Can't believe how this crazy year is flying by!

Here we are already reviewing September's ispy glam bag.

I'm actually excited about this one because the products are gold!👍

Quick Stats:

Number of Products I'll Use Regularly: 3

My Overall Star Rating for September's Glam Bag: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭑ (4 out of 5)

Thoughts on September’s Glam Bag: Redemption for ipsy! Finally! This bag has a majority of products that I will actually use. I can almost create a whole face look with just these five products.

September's glam bag is a bit two faced; a different color on each side. 

This soft makeup bag is great for transitioning into fall shades.

Now, on to September's products!!!

1. BENEFIT COSMETICS: The POREfessional: Hydrate Primer

Brand: Benefit Cosmetics
Product: Foundation Primer
Size: Mini
Formula: Liquid
Skin Type It Works Best For: Combination – Dry
Lasts For: Approximately 10 Hours

Pros: This primer preps skin for foundation by creating a smooth canvas. You only need to use a small amount of this primer to create a sheer veil for the perfect base layer of your foundation. 

It’s also hydrating, so although it keeps foundation in place, it won’t stick to dry patches or make foundation set unevenly.

Cons: My skin is acne prone and I think this made me break out a little.

Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭑ (4 out of 5)

Would I Purchase: No, but I would consider trying the original POREfessional Primer

Final Thoughts: A really nice primer that sets the stage for a smooth foundation application. It gives moisture and doesn’t cake foundation.

2. ITEM BEAUTY: Cheek Money in vibez

Brand: Item Beauty
Product: Contour Powder
Name of Shade: Vibez
Color: Tawny Brown
Finish: Matte
Formula: Pressed Powder
Fallout: None
Blendable: Yes
Chalky/Flaky/Crumbly: No/No/No
Lasts for: 6-8 Hours
 
Pros: A soft, powdery brown shade that works wonders for sculpting your cheeks and jaw line. 

It is a light color and can be built up to a more intense shade. Blends easily and leaves a beautiful dusting of color once it fades.

Cons: The super sheer pigment requires quite a bit of layering to be built up to a noticeable contour. It can fade a bit faster than the typical contour powder due to the lightness of the pigment.  

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

Final Thoughts: The powder is very pretty and the light nature of the pigment would be ideal for anyone who likes just a faint trace of a contour or is just learning how to contour.

3. PIXI BY PETRA: Silky Eye Pen in Bronze Beam

Brand: Pixi by Petra
Product: Eyeliner
Name of Shade: Bronze Beam
Color: Bronze
Finish: Shimmer
Formula: Pencil
Waterproof: No
Smudges/Streaks/Runs: Not once it dries/No/No

Lasts for: 8+ Hours
 
Pros: This is a pencil liner but it glides on smoothly like a gel liner. It has the slightest hint of fine shimmer for a subtle sparkle. The creamy texture makes it great for blending and once it sets it last for hours!
 
Cons: Because of its soft texture less pressure is needed when applying and extra care is needed when storing or it could break and smear.
 

Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭑ (4 out of 5)
Would I Purchase: Yes.
 

Final Thoughts: Truly lovely eyeliner that is easy to apply and can be used as a smoky eyeshadow when blended out. Take extra care as to not break the liner tip.

4. SUNDAYS: Nail Polish in No. 18

Product: Nail Polish
Brand: SUNDAYS
Name of Shade: No. 18
Color: Brick Red
Finish: Glossy
Number of Coats to Get Bottle Shade: 2
Lasts for: About 2 Weeks
 
Pros: Gorgeous red polish that is perfect for any occasion; formal or every day. 

This deep red polish has a beautiful glossy finish and it lasts approximately two weeks before any significant chipping starts.

Cons: None!

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

Final Thoughts: Excellent shade, long lasting color, shiny finish everything you could ask for in a nail polish.

5. TARTE: big ego™ mascara in Black

Brand: Tarte
Product: Mascara
Size: Mini
Name of Shade: Black
Color: Black
Waterproof: No
Formula: Volumizing
Wand Shape: Hourglass
Lasts for: 10+ Hours
Smudges/Flakes: No/No

Pros: This mascara gives lashes a fanned out, ultra volumized effect. The hourglass shaped wand catches every little lash and coats them with this super saturated black formula. This mascara is so fantastic I have worn it alone, without any other eye makeup, and it made my eyes look totally complete all on its own.

Cons: None

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

Final Thoughts: "Big ego™", although I usually like my cosmetics with a bit more humility 😆, this mascara is absolutely fabulous! Lashes look full, defined, and totally natural. 

And here are a few looks I created using September glam bag products:

ITEM BEAUTY: Cheek Money in vibez

PIXI BY PETRA: Silky Eye Pen in Bronze Beam

TARTE: big ego™ mascara in Black

TARTE: big ego™ mascara in Black

P.S. WEAR A MASK!!! 😷

BENEFIT COSMETICS: The POREfessional: Hydrate Primer (under foundation)

And that about wraps it up for September's glam bag!

ipsy definitely redeemed themselves this month in my eyes, so much happier with the products!

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And thanks again for reading

I'll see you next time

XOXO

Ultima Beauty 

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