september 2015 ipsy bag

hi guys! it's september IPSY BAG* time!! (theme: face fashion) ~Lin-chan ^.~

here's my impressions:

1. nyx x ipsy eyeshadow trio (0.105oz--full size, ret. $6) -- i'm not so sure how i feel about the black, it's a bit chalky and i'm not huge into using something so dark; but the other two shades (particularly the middle one) are pretty nice.
• likelihood to repurchase: this trio is limited to the ipsy subscription; but maybe their love in rio sets.
2. thebalm put a lid on it eye primer (3.7ml--mini, ret. $18 for 11.8ml [$5.64]) -- i've always wanted to try this primer but never wanted to commit to buying a full size tube of something i couldn't buy locally and test out. testing this for my shadow swatches--it looks similar to urban decay's or too faced's but it's very wet and takes a bit longer to dry down.
• likelihood to repurchase: will update later
3. formula x for sephora nail color in ignite (4ml--mini, ret. $10.50 for 12ml [$3.50]) -- i really like how the color looks in the different lighting--bright red in sunlight, and oxblood in darker lighting. i actually already have a full-size of this polish, so i'll probably save this as a gift. see notd swatch below.
• likelihood to repurchase: probably not this shade again
4. glamglow flashmud (.5oz--mini, ret. $69 for 1.7oz [$20.29]) -- try all of the glamglow! i'm excited to try this one out!
• likelihood to repurchase: will update later
5. not soap, radio the phoenix hand/body lotion (persimmon & plum scented) (1.25oz--mini, ret. $18 for 12.7oz [$1.77]) -- this smells sooo freaking good! feels nice and light, yet moisturizing.
• likelihood to repurchase: maybe
6. points: la fresh hello. lip treat lip balm (.08oz--, ret. $10 for .08oz) -- this is really nice feeling. i like how it has a super fresh peppermint gum type scent.
• likelihood to repurchase: maybe
7. rose gold ipsy bag -- meh, it's ok. i'm not a huge fan of the patterned part.
8. card with company info/discount codes
1. nyxcosmetics.com: 50% off eyeshadow primer & base, code: nyxbasescvrd (exp. 10/31/15)
2. notsoapradio.com: 20% off purchase & free gift, code: ipsy20 (exp. 10/31/15)
3. clarisea.com: 20% off purchase, code: ipsy20 (exp. 10/31/15)
4. tresemme.com: $1.50 off any tresemme perfectly (un)done product, click link for printable coupon (exp. 10/7/15)
5. octaviomolinahair.com: 30% off purchase, code: ipsy&octavio (exp. 10/31/15)
6. citycolorcosmetics.com: 50% off city chic lipsticks, code: ipsy50cc (exp. 10/31/15)
7. jcatbeauty.com: 25% off purchase, code: 915ipsy (exp. 10/31/15)
8. bayberrynaturals.com: 20% off purchase, code: ipsy20 (exp. 10/31/15)
9. acureorganics.com: 20% off purchase & free shipping, code: ipsysept20 (exp. 10/31/15)
10. vasanticosmetics.com: 30% off purchase, code: ipsy30 (exp. 10/31/15)
11. pixibeauty.com: 20% off purchase, code: ipsyoct15 (exp. 10/31/15)
12. tinibeauty.com: 40% off $20+ purchase & free full size nail lacquer in kir royale, code: ipsyfashion (exp. 10/31/15)
13. trestique.com: 20% off $50+ purchase & free shipping, code: ipsyinsider20 (exp. 10/31/15)
14. trustfundbeauty.com: 35% off purchase (UK limit 4 bottles/package), code: ipsygirl (exp. 10/31/15)
15. firstaidbeauty.com: 20% off $50+ purchase & free shipping, code: ipsy20 (exp. 10/31/15)
16. evelyniona.com: 20% off purchase, code: ipsy2015 (exp. 10/31/15)
17. drugstore.com: 15% off eau thermale avene products, code: ipsy15 (exp. 11/15/15)
18. elizabethmott.com: 30% off purchase, code: ipsyqueen (exp. 10/31/15)
19. comprarcosmetica.es: $5 off purchase, code: ipsynaobay (exp. 10/31/15)
20. temptu.com: 20% off select products, code: ipsytemtpu (exp. 10/31/15)
21. juviasplace.com: 10% off purchase / 4 pairs of "annabella" lashes for $16 (excludes sale items), code: ipsy (exp. 10/31/15)

approximate product value: ~$37.20 + $10 lip balm

nyx x ipsy eyeshadow trio swatched over theBalm put a lid on it; formula x ignite

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