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Saturday, July 31, 2021

Humble Beauty Opinion #92 :: July 2021


Last Saturday of the month = my July Humble Beauty Opinion! 
My monthly subscriptions, purchases, reviews, wishlists & empties!

As per usual lets start with my monthly subscription to Ipsy!
This month's bag was just okay, 
I have yet to use the products but am only moderately interested in them

The product I am most excited about is the one I chose this month
the Christophe Robin "Cleansing Purifying Scalp Scrub with Sea Salt"
a little goes a long way with this and it foams up nicely 

I also picked up the "Deep Clean Duo" this month and have been loving it! 
I have used up the Item "Fast Pass" cleanser 
& am really enjoying the "Get Your Glow On" silicone pad 


Charlie picked up the new Brazil Nut Body Butter from Trader Joe's
I have really been enjoying it, 
feels comparable to the Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Body Cream

I picked up three new polishes from Lights Lacquer

Got some goodies on my monthly makeup wishlist!
Speaking of Lights Lacquer they released a summer capsule "Always Bayou"


I love when they do horoscopes for new collections, 
here is mine for this collection:

Love this skittle mani from @lacqpack 🔛 Instagram:

I am intrigued by the new Gucci Vernis À Ongles:

This nude "212 Annabel Rose" looks so pretty 

I think I will need to pick up this "gel no more" gel nail polish remover 
from Sally Beauty the next time I get a mani

 and want to try it!

I also saw the three derm recommended products from @dermangelo 🔛 Instagram
and want to try them, I need a new skin care regime 
because mine is not working right now... 

Really want to try this Essence "Glimmer Glow Lipstick"

Want to try these Bath and Body Works "Honey Wildflower" products,
 especially the candle, as seen on @bellagerard's Instagram Story:

This month's empties, what I used up, loved, hated  
& all my humble opinions in between:
candles & bath: Trader Joe's "Honeycrisp Apple" & "Mango Tangerine"- love these but they need more scent carry! | Up & Up Makeup Remover Cleanser Towelettes- these are okay, not my favorite but decent | Sooae "Kiwi Kiwi" & "Pomegranate Grenade"- these were nice, I am starting to think all sheet face masks are the same to be honest... still a nice self care treat! | Suave "Almond + Shea Butter"- I love these products, especially for the price! These were in my travel bag and were too low to make another trip so I had to just used them up | Dental Whitening Treatment- I got these from Target and they seem to be working pretty well but my teeth are very sensitive so I have to space out their usage | Refreshments by Ipsy razor- I was excited to see this new subscription service from Ipsy (especially since they offered a free month!) but this razor was not my favorite, I don't think it was sharp enough and didn't leave my legs feeling soft | Elizabeth Mott "Vitamin C Face Scrub"- I added this on from Ipsy because I have used it in the past and really enjoyed it, so exfoliating and fresh | item "Fast Pass"- I got this as a duo from Ipsy with the "Get Your Glow On" silicone pad- I feel like there wasn't enough product in this little bottle for a full review but it was nice to try it | Rodan + Fields "Recharge" Detox Mask- I liked that this mask was exfoliating and not too drying on the skin, lasted a long time too | Trader Joe's"Oat Exfoliant Bar"- I enjoyed this soap but when I first opened it it was like a BRICK so fat that it was hard to hold and use in the shower | White Tea Aloe Soap from Heavenly Spa- loved the leaf shape of this soap | Revlon Colorsilk "34 Deep Burgundy"- one of my go to-s! Speaking of I prob need a refresh right about now...

beauty: First Aid Beauty "Ultra Repair Face Moisturizer"- this is a nice moisturizer but nothing to write home about | Trader Joe's "Rose Water Facial Toner"- I enjoy this facial spray but I think it might be too drying around my nose this summer, I am giving this product a break | Urban Decay "All Nighter" makeup setting spray- this has been my go to for about 8 years now, I am currently trying the Benefit setting spray and am enjoying that one so I may be getting that one in a full size to give it a real go | Trader Joe's Coconut Body Butter- this is an all time fave, got back ups ready to go, especially in summer time! | Clinique "Moisture Surge Intense"- very hydrating, enjoyed this and it lasted a long time | Brompton & Langley "Coconut Milk & Nectarine" hand cream- smells nice but nothing too special | Eco Style "Professional Styling Gel Olive Oil"- I enjoyed this to give my hair some texture after showering, lasted a long time | Alterna Caviar CC Cream- I love these products, smell so good and leave my hair so shiny | Clinique High Impact Mascara- I though this duo was okay, when I would use the primer side it would leave my lashes a little too white so the mascara wasn't creating enough drama for me | Neutrogena "Healthy Lengths" I don't like that this doesn't come with a wand, it was just okay, I am not a real "natural" mascara kinda gal | Lens cleaner from 10/10 Optics- I have gotten better at cleaning my glasses and this spray is a must! | Cutex Care Ultra-Powerful Nail Polish Remover- not going to lie this is a VERY old bottle, I kept it because it has a nice nozzle at the top of the bottle to control the flow, I have refilled this for a long time but have recently bought a nail polish remover with a pump at the top and am liking it enough to finally say goodbye to this one! | la prairie concealer- this was on the top of the Skin Caviar Foundation and I enjoyed it, high coverage, but not sure it is worth the price point | Urban Decay Makeup Sponge- from the "Dream Team Complexion Duo"- I really enjoyed this makeup sponge but is has a rip in it and it is time to go (plus I already have a back up ready to go!) | Neutrogena "Hydro Boost" in "Classic Ivory"- NOT a fan, first of all the container was broken when I opened it and never got to use the doe foot applicator it was loose and had to be cut off. The product was just okay | Neutrogena "Radiant Cream" in "Bisque"- this is too dark for me and doesn't provide enough coverage for me | Nicki Minaj "Pink Friday"- I love this scent and the PACKAGING! 😍 | Glam Glow "Nude Glow"- I don't like this so much on the face but I added it to my body lotion and loved the glow it gave! 

Had to share some beauty memes that have made me laugh this month:



🤣



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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

throwing axes (& my back out apparently)

I have been wanting to try axe throwing for a while now
and we finally went on a little adventure to Bury the Hatchet in Princeton!


Such a great release of stress!
& turns out I am pretty good at it!





What I Wore: glasses- GlassesUSA, earrings- Julie Vos, top- vintage, shorts- Anthropologie, boots- Target, bag- Kate Spade


After an hour of throwing axes I apparently threw out my back 
and was in pain for a couple days, 
decided to redeem a gift certificate from my birthday 
to get a nice deep tissue massage at Eden Organics Salon & Spa


I also had my first facial which was an interesting experience
it was nice to have a little treat yo self day!

🧖🏼‍♀️


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Saturday, June 26, 2021

Humble Beauty Opinion #91 :: June 2021


Last Saturday of the month = my June Humble Beauty Opinion! 
My monthly subscriptions, purchases, reviews, wishlists & empties!

As per usual lets start with my monthly subscription to Ipsy!
This month I was very exited to be able to choose 
the Benefit Cosmetics "POREfessional: Super Setter", 
I have not tried it yet but I'm happy to be able to try it without purchasing a full size!

I have been enjoying the Tanaïs Lip Oil in "Hawaiian Hibiscus"- 
 I can tell this is going to be a staple this summer!

Also added on the Tony Moly Minions Blemish Patches, these will be fun!

I also picked up the "Instant Refresh Duo" this month with the Murad & Elizabeth Mott products, 
I ordered this mainly for the Elizabeth Mott "Vitamin C Face Scrub"
 because I really enjoy this product!

If you want to try a free Ipsy bag, let me know- 
you can DM me your email address on Instagram @emmasglasses
I have three to give away {valid until July 6!}

I made one makeup related purchase this month- 
this Maven Beauty liquid liner from Fashion Nova's beauty brand 
ordered it after @katiejanehughes recommended in her Instagram story.
I really liked the packaging and design of this eyeliner, 
it comes with a little stopper so that the tip doesn't sit with product in it, 
creating a fresher first use.
I have been enjoying this eyeliner!

Got some goodies on my monthly makeup wishlist!

I really want to give the gender neutral perfume company snif a go!
Such an interesting concept, packaging and idea!

Lights Lacquer released their summer collection and it is so bright and beautiful!

I have yet to pull the trigger on any of them but they are pretty!

This month's empties, what I used up, loved, hated  
& all my humble opinions in between:
beauty: Trader Joe's Coconut Body Butter- this is a staple of me! Hydrating and smells wonderful | cibu "Texture Addict Dry Wax Spray"- I really enjoyed this product, gives the hair some grit for styling, would repurchase! | Caviar CC Cream from Alterna- love all these hair products, they smell so nice! | Trader Joe's "Supreme Hydrating Eye Cream"- this was a decent eye cream, didn't see that much of a difference but a nice basic | Gigi Gorgeous bronzer in "Turnt"- I got this from Ipsy in November 2019 and have been using it every day since! It is a perfect bronzer color for me | Anastasia "Clear Brow Gel"- I initially enjoyed this, although a fully set brow is not my usual look, it has created a white cast/crunch recently so it is past it's prime | Maybelline "Age Rewind" in "Neutralizer" this is still my favorite concealer, will re-purchase soon! 

bath: St. Ives "Acne Control" Apricot Scrub- this is my favorite exfoliator since middle school | CVS "Cleansing Cloths" in coconut & jasmine scent- not my favorite, didn't hold their moisture very well | Summer's Eve "Blissful Escape" cleaning cloths- I like these individual wipes, they hold their moisture and are great for travel | Loreal Feria "Intense Deep Auburn"- I really like this hair color and I liked that this hair dye came with a shampoo and conditioner | Shower cap- I don't remember when/where I got this from, some hotel but I have been using this to preserve my hair color without washing my hair every shower so it's perfect | Fizzy Bath Bomb in "Cool Water"- my work bestie Olivia gave me this and I enjoyed it! | Thayers "Blemish Cleansing Toner"- not sure this works for my skin, a little too drying, currently searching for a better toner for me | Yardley "Oatmeal & Almond"- got this from our Walpack cabin trip, a good basic soap | Hanalei "Pear Face Mask"- a good basic face mask, I gotta get back into using these, I enjoy the "me time" that comes with a little self care! | Clinique For Men "Oil Control Face Wash"- I liked this face wash not sure what makes it "mens" but a good basic | Neutrogena Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes- these are okay, not my favorite, just not moist enough | Verb "Hydrating Mask"- I like how this smells and how it leaves my hair hydrated and shiny | SallyeSunshine Soap "Refreshing citrus and calendula"- my work bestie Olivia got me this too and it smells nice and a little goes a long way with this soap! | Dental Whitening Treatment for Target- I think these are really working, I am taking this treatment slow because my teeth can get sensitive but I do see a difference!

candles: Cozy Nights from Target- this is my favorite scent, I prefer it in the Fall/Winter but makes me happy no matter the time of year! | "Pink Champagne" from Opalhouse at Target- I got this as a gift and it is nice. wish it had more scent carry

I had a good giggle at this post from @iamthirtyaf 🔛 Instagram:

😂 


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