Inside my Ipsy Bag: October

Here we go again!

This bag is so pretty!  The colour is a gorgeous red with an embossed mask on the front of the bag.  Again, it's a great shape so it's easy to use for multiple tasks.

Let's take a look inside:

 

 

Contents Include:

• Eyeshadow by Nomad
• Nail Polish by Sundays
• Lip Polish from Buxom
• Face Mask by Aphrodite
• Face Cleanser by Murad

 

 

 

Let's take a closer look:

 

What: Nordic Lights Intense Eyeshadow by Nomad
Shade: Norrsken No4
Size: Trial Size
Full Size Price: 12 USD

 

 

My Thoughts: This eyeshadow is gorgeous.  Personally, I think I'm going to have a hard time working it into my looks because it's quite bold (for me) but I'm excited to try out some looks with it.  The formula is quite nice and the shadow is highly pigmented.  The only negative thing I have to say is that the packaging leaves a little to be desired because they all look the same!  I have eyeshadows and highlighters from Nomad and you can't tell them apart without opening up the package.

My Rating: 5/5

 

 

 

 

What: Nail Polish by Sundays
Shade: No 18
Size: Full Size
Full Size Price: 18 USD

 

 

My Thoughts: This colour surprised me. I thought it would be similar to others that I have but it really is quite distinct.  Like other Sunday's polishes, it wears well and is clearly a good formula.  This particular colour actually reminded me of gel polishes with regards to the pigmentation and shine.

My Rating: 5/5

What: Full-on Lip Polish from Buxom
Shade: Dolly
Size: Trial Size
Full Size Price: 21 USD

 

 

My Thoughts:  This is a great product.  I generally do not like plumping lip products because the tingling sensation is usually more like a burning sensation on my sensitive skin but this one is not too bad.  The first time I tried it, it was a little distracting but the more I use it, the more I'm getting accustomed to it.  The colour is bang on a shade that I like to use though so I'm inclined to keep using this.

My Rating: 5/5

 

 

 

 

What: Olive Oil Deep Cleansing Face Mask by Aphrodite
Size: Trial Size
Full Size Price: 16.99 USD

 

 

My Thoughts:  I am IN LOVE with Aphrodite products!  I also have the face scrub and it's so incredibly good.  This product is no different. It doesn't smell like a whole lot and it's great on my sensitive skin.  I've used it a few times and I feel like my skin is softer, clearer and brighter.  I would highly recommend this product and will be purchasing the full size after I run out of this one.

My Rating: 5/5

 

 

 

What:  Face Cleanser by Murad
Size: Trial Size
Full Size Price: 40 CND

 

 

My Thoughts: This is a really nice face cleanser.  After use, my skin feels soft and not dry at all.  This is the first product I've used from this brand and I have to say that I am impressed with the formula.  The price tag is a bit of a deterrent for me though honestly, I think you can find a drug store brand that is just as good for half (or less) of the price.

My Rating: 4/5

 

 

 

Overall thoughts: Wow! I'm impressed with this bag.  I really liked all of the products that were in the bag - I probably would only repurchase the face mask but I may look into purchasing one of the Nomad eyeshadow pallets because I really do like their formuals.

 

I do want to mention that I was really unimpressed with my last couple bags so I actually went into Ipsy and retook my preferences quiz as well as rated some items.  I think that may have contributed to why my bag is much better this month.  We'll see if it holds up for next month!

 

Also, if anyone is interested, I am planning to purchase the glam bag plus once it's available to me and I will review those here as well.

 

Until next time!

-Morgan