Too Faced Mystery Bag December 2015 Review

I'm pretty late getting this particular review up, since I received this last month. I am once again trying to get as many does as I can. This time of year is crazy for us, as we have been travelling for the Holidays. We grabbed this over the Cyber Monday special and paid $39. These were available in 2013 & 2014 but this is the first year we have participated.

Too Faced is one of my favorite brands. Mostly for the mascara, but the packaging and style are a close second reason.

Never. Dim. Your. Light. LOVE the slogan!!!

Retractable Kabuki Brush - $34. This is so super cute. I've already gifted to my sis who really wanted it, so I hope she really likes it!

Melted Liquefied Long Wear Lipstick - in Fuchsia - $21. I have not tried this yet, so I cannot give my own opinion, but I do hear from others this is a great lipstick

Soul Mates Ross & Rachael Bronzer - $34. K called this one right away. She loves bronzers and she also really likes the brand.

Rock N Roll Eyeshadow Pallette - $36. This is really cool looking, as usual, the packaging is so awesome. I do not wear eye shadow, but K called this one also.

Better than Sex Mascara - Full size is $23. But this was a trial size. This is my all time favorite mascara, so I'm always thrilled to get this. I would have been disappointed if this had not been included.

That's it for the 2015 Too Faced Mystery Bag. This had an approximate value of $158, well worth the money. Did not disappoint and I will be getting again next year.
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Little Lace Box December 2015 Review

Little Lace Box is $39.99/bi-monthly. They send creative and unique lifestyle and beauty items. The theme this month was the Little Prince. Who was an explorer.

 

French Decorative 4X6 Frame - $10. I LOVE this frame. It's exactly the kind of detail I look for. I do not yet know how I will utilize this, but I really love it.

Shiraleah Wool Blend Fingerless Gloves - $15. I like these. I received another pair in another box this month, but I really like these. They are very handy for keeping my fingers available for my phone, but yet keeping my hands still warm. These are wool blend, one size fits all. Other colors were grey, blue, or black.

Travel Peppermint Candle - 4 oz - $5. I LOVE this as well. This was the bonus item. I really really like this, it's smells awesome. While I can't use the Lavender candle, I will for sure be using this one!

Large Freshwater Pearl Pendant Necklace by Kristin Pearce Designs - $50. This is really pretty. The info card reminds us that pearls start out as a grain of sand. Which is really wow, when you think about it.

Luggage Tab by R. Nichols - $6. There were different variations sent out. I really like the one I got. I can always use luggage tags, especially cute ones.

Pre De Provence Lumiere Fragrant Candle - $20. This is Lavender, so completely wasted on me. It's a very nice candle and I will be adding to swaps!

Tibetan Goji Berry Eye Serum: Passport to Beauty - $88 I actually love this eye serum and I'm never disappointed to receive it in a box!

The overall value of Little Lace Box this month is approximately $194. I really liked this month's box. The February theme is Love Letters. Can't wait to see what they have in mind.

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Allure Beauty Box Limited Edition December 2015

Allure Beauty Box offered a Limited Edition box $45. Allure Beauty Box is the former sample society, which I stopped subscribing too several years ago. I had to restart when Allure took over.

 

Nars Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow in Sycorax. It's so silky smooth, it feels almost creamy when you brush it on (even though it's a powder), making sexy smoky eyes or winged liner a breeze. Mine was missting from the box, which explains why there is NO PIC! I contacted Allure but have not heard anything back on this.

Beautyblender - I love beauty blender! I have used this several times. This is the mini version, which will fit perfect into my travel bag.

Aloxxi Essential 7 Oil Dry Oil Shine Mist. This botanical blend smooths, softens, and gives hair glossy shine without weighing it down or creating a greasy film. I really need a new hair serum with the weather this year, so this is great!

Benefit Roller Lash Mascara. The unassuming, stubby brush deposits a glossy black formula at the base of lashes (making them look noticeably fuller), then combs and separates through to the tip for perfectly fanned flutter. I have received this in many boxes over the past couple of years, but I have yet to actually try. I guess I tend to stick with what I like!

Tweezerman Pro Lash Curler. This beautiful rose-gold tool grips and curls better than any eyelash curler we've ever tested (and for the record, we've tested a lot). All without pinching or snagging. This is so cool and I really love it! I already gifted it, but I still loved getting it. I really like the classy cool color.

BareMinerals Blooming Blush brush. It's fluffy, soft, and rounded to mimic the natural slopes of cheeks, creating a completely streak-free application. I like this brush and it arrived just in time for me to gift to someone who was in need!

Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm in Super Strawberry. The juicy shade goes on semisheer, giving lips a pretty sheen. The balmlike texture keeps them soft and mistletoe-ready (without an ounce of stickiness). Unfortunately, Mine arrived broken!!! I contacted Allure, but still have not received a response!

 

I am disappointed my box was shipped to me with a missing & broken items. But mostly, I am disappointed that Allure Beauty Box  has not responded to my inquiry. This does not affect my decision at this time to continue with the box, but I will be on the lookout for any other issues.
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Incoco Holiday Sparkle Mystery Box December 2015 Review

 

The Incoco Mystery Box was $19.99, with a guaranteed value of $50. This was offered during the Black Friday Holiday deals. I really love Incoco, so I was thrilled when I ran across this deal. I also purchased a couple more just because I wanted to ensure that I got the ones I really wanted. I did not receive any duplicates, nor any of the ones I've previously received.

My box was packed! I loved it!

I didn't get the name of either one of these. Incoco does not list the names of the styles on the packaging, which is one thing I wish they would change. I was unable to find them on the website, which tells me they were close out options. The first one was actually on my list. This second one is my least favorite. I do not like flowers at all.   

Crème de la Crème - $8.99 (purchased). This was to ensure I got it.

24 Karats Accent Nail - $2.99. I have never used nail accents, so I'm actually happy to get this. I have not had a chance to try out yet, but will soon.

 

 

Winterberry - $8.99. I believe this may be Winterberry. The color on my pic is much lighter than it is in person, and I tried to match it with what I saw on the website.
Trendspotter - $8.99. I like this one, but I could also see me using it as an accent nail, rather than all nails with this.

Finale - $8.99 - This was on my list to try so I was happy to get it.

Smoke and Mirrors - $8.99. I would not have thought to ask for this one, since the primary color is black, but now that I have it I really kinda like it.

Yacht Party - $8.99 (purchased) - I purchased this one also, to ensure I got it. It's my favorite and I will be buying more for sure. I just wore it on a cruise over the holidays and I can't explain how many people asked me about it. I had to get my nails redone halfway through, and even the spa lady was quite impressed. I had to tell her all about Incoco.

Santa's Workshop - $8.99

 

Incoco Mystery Box included a bunch of miscenallenous items, which was a really nice surprise, I had thought it would be the nail strips only. I have never used prep & finish cloths so great to try. It also included instructions/tips, and nail polish remover pads. I also got nail clippers, a buffer, cuticle pusher, and nail file.

 

I don't have a total value added up, but most of the nail polish packages are $8.99. Since I purchased a couple, at the black Friday sale prices, this did not cost me much at all. I like that they included manicure items as well. I will plan to do the Incoco Mystery Box again next year. In the meantime, they gave me several coupons, some for 15% and some for 20% off my next purchases.

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InkDot

We are finally back from Vacation! We are looking to catch up on some reviews, and some boxes from December.

 

We received a $20 coupon for InkDot in the November PopSugar Must Have Box.  Inkdot lets you use your own images or pics to place on the item of your choice. You can upload from your computer or directly from Instagram.

I picked out custom made coasters. It allowed me to use my own pattern. These are nice quality thick cork laminated coasters. This came in a pack of four. I also would have had the option to each one of the coasters different, but I chose to do a set all alike. The pattern I chose happens to match a couple throw pillows I have. I love them and they turned out fabulous!! I will most likely be ordering from  InkDot again in the future.

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