Ipsy Subscription - May 2014

The Loot

I originally subscribed to Ipsy last month, and was pretty excited over what I got.  This month was... not as exciting but does exactly what they planned to do: give you some items in a cute little bag to try out. For those of you who don't know about Ipsy, it is a monthly subscription service where you pay $10 each month and receive five products.  Now although it is a mystery of what the products might be, they send out hints of a variety of products that you may receive.

Green Leaf-Printed Canvas Bag

 

Ipsy usually has a theme of the bag, which in the case of May is Fresh Picks.

Now the bag. Everyone received a canvas bag with a green leaf print.  I love the look and feel of the bag, but am disappointed that they only put the pattern on one side.

Eau Thermale Avene Thermal Spring Water

 

Opening up the bag, I was disappointed of the lack of makeup.  Even though I am far more interested in Indie Products, it is always great to get that special product (last month had an Urban Decay eyeliner pencil!)

Starting with our first product, Eau Thermale Avene Thermal Spring Water. 

"Its unique composition is proven to soothe inflammation, itching, redness, general sensitivity and post-medical and aesthetic procedure irritation as it softens, protects and purifies the skin."

Definitely an interesting-sounding product although I can't help but think... isn't it just water? I will probably use this in the summer once it finally gets hot. Western Washington is not exactly known for being a warm place.. we mostly just get rain.

Pacifica Natural Beauty Duo #2 Eyeshadow

The one make-up item in the whole bag: Pacifica Mineral Eyeshadow Duo2.

"The Pacifica Mineral Eyeshadow Duo are coconut infused mineral eye shadows that are a perfect addition to any makeup collection. Smooth application with gorgeous color pay-off."

Eva-Nyc Therapy Session Hair Mask

 This duo includes Moonbeam and Unicorn (cute!) I would swatch this, but I am actually going to give it as a gift to someone.  This is an actual-sized product as well! 

Looking at our next product, Eva-Nyc Therapy Session Hair Mask. 

"Argan Oil nourishes and revitalizes, while Keravis Protein drastically increases hair’s strength and elasticity. The results are hydrated, soft and manageable hair."

I will definitely use this one! In fact, I already have.  Although I am not huge into products on my hair, anything that can benefit it while in the shower is fantastic!  The sample size is also very fair, in which I can probably get 10-15 uses out of this small bottle.  

Calvin Klein Endless Euphoria

 Let me take a side note here and say I am not big into perfumes at all. You can take an Ipsy test to determine what you do not/want to have, but I am seriously considering retaking it.  Now, the Calvin Klein Endless Euphoria sample, although seems small, contains a glass roller-ball vial.  This.. is awesome! Roller-ball perfumes are an easy way for me to wear it, and the smell is good although I do precaution to not wear too much.  
"Refreshingly light and radiant, endless euphoria Calvin Klein translates the provocative fantasy of the iconic euphoria fragrance into a sunlit daydream filled with cherry blossoms and an air of sheer sensuality."

 The final product in my bag, Jersey Shore Sun Sans Tan Mineral Sunscreen.  

"The Sunscreen contains non-nano, anti-aging, certified organic ingredients, including vitamin E (non-GMO) & vitamin D3 which can be deficient in individuals avoiding the sun."

The sample is about the size of my index finger, which is severely disappointing.  I am willing to try it though, as I am allergic to the main ingredient of most major drug store brands.  

Now overall, this bag was more disappointing than fantastic.  I did notice a 65% off coupon off of Eva-Nyc's line, so that I will consider using.  Ipsy products are often medium-high end, so they add coupons for most of the samples online - even if you did not receive that sample yourself! The bottom line: I do recommend Ipsy.  For $10, you can't beat 5 products, a bag, and ~20 coupons online!