June Glymm Bag

I tried to be excited for this month's Glymm Bag, I really did, but I knew that it was going to be disappointing. With such a good bag last month this one had to be bad, because Glymm never has 2 good months in a row. I kept hoping that with less packaging costs, because they are going green, that might mean better samples or bigger samples; but alas we got the same tiny samples we normally get. My 1 year subscription is finished in November and I have already decided that I am not renewing.

This month Glymm went even more "green" by not including a product card but by putting it all online. I like this idea somewhat, but Glymm if you are going green then don't wrap the bag in tissue paper when you put in the box. It kinda defeats the purpose. Also, something else I didn't like this month was that they included the cost of the bag into the value of the box. They sell these bags on their website for $12...no one in their right mind would pay $12 for this makeup bag. I don't think that it is right for them to include the cost of the bag in the boxes value to justify that it is worth more than it is and then think it is okay to give us tiny and awful smelling samples.

Now that I've let out my rant here are the products that I received this month.

Cosmetic Bag - Nylon Collection S/S 2012
Full Size: $12.00 Sample Value: $12.00
Say hello to your new cosmetic bag, in one of the hottest colors of the year.
- HOW IT WORKS -
This perfect bag makes your cosmetics look good. Keep your brushes, makeup, bobby pins and whatever else your beauty regime desires in here, zip it up and leave it on your vanity, or throw it in your tote bag for the day. Going on vacay? It makes a great travel case.
Sample usage: forever

My Thoughts: I don't like this colour as much as the pink one last month but it is still a nice makeup bag for travel or storage. I will use it but like I said above I don't believe that it should be included in the value of the box.

ItIsDream
Full Size: 60 ml/$54.00 Sample Value: $1.80
This fragrance radiates romance, tenderness, optimism and joy. If you’re artistic and love to dream, then this is the fragrance for you.
- NOTES -
This scent has a fruity-floral-woody composition. Flowers symbolize a gentle femininity, fruits denote joy and a sparkling energy while the woody notes represent sensuality and deep emotions. The scent opens with fresh notes of grapefruit, black currant and apple. The heart features pink floral accords of rose, magnolia and hyacinth, while white cedar, amber and musk linger in the background.
SAMPLE USAGE: 35 Sprays

My Thoughts: Gross, gross, gross! That's all I have to say.

Perfect Skin Solution
Full Size: 45 ml//$68.00 Sample Value: $4.50
This miracle serum is 100% natural blend of vitamin E and essential oils. It will leave your skin flawless.
- HOW IT WORKS -
Each ingredient plays a crucial role in keeping your skin looking perfect: carrot seed to fight acne, jasmine and geranium to immediately smooth, soften and even skin tone, rosewood and evening primrose to greatly reduce fine lines and other signs of ageing , vitamin E to repair damaged cells and avocado oil to protect your skin from everyday environmental toxins. It even works for the most sensitive skin types. At night, gently massage 2-4 drops of serum onto damp, cleansed face and neck until fully absorbed.
SAMPLE USAGE: up to 5 uses

My Thoughts: I like the concept of this and I'm excited to try it out. I am just worried that it will be too greasy for my face, and my face is oily enough on its own.

Smoothing Marine Cream
Full Size: 50 ml/$115.00 Sample Value: $11.50
This exfoliating and moisturizing cream will leave your skin feeling smooth as can be.
- HOW IT WORKS -
This luxurious face cream gently exfoliates and leaves the skin intensely moisturized. Glycolic Acid and Algae Extracts soften the appearance of fine lines, while Jasmine Absolute helps soothe and nourish stressed-out skin. The Glycolic Acid will tingle gently as it exfoliates and boosts your skin’s natural collagen production. Apply evenly to entire face once or twice a day. Follow with sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher). Never apply this product to red or peeling skin. Clark’s Botanicals donates a portion of sales to The Christopher Reeve Foundation.
SAMPLE USAGE: 10-14 uses

My Thoughts: I'm really excited to try a fancy and expensive face cream but I am hoping I don't fall in love with it cause there is no way I could ever afford to buy the full size.

Eco-Beauty® Acetone-Free Nail Polish Remover
Full Size: 18 pads/$9.99 Sample Value: $1.11
Remove your nail polish in the most eco-friendly way possible. It does no harm to you or the planet, and it smells so delicious.
- HOW IT WORKS -
Remove polish and condition all 10 nails with just one pad. This acetone-free nail polish remover is packed with aloe, glycerin and vitamin E to moisturize and natural Rosemary Horsetail Extract to keep your nails strong. As the smell of natural Tuscan orange fills the air, you’ll be elated to know that this product is free of harmful chemicals and uses the least amount of water possible – also, no need to rinse.
Sample usage: 10 nails/wipe. My Thoughts: I got 2 of these wipes in my bag and I tried one. It didn't take all 10 nails worth of polish off and it got super greasy and oily while I used it. I found that these really didn't work like they said they would. I would not buy the full size.

Duo Lipstick | Harmony
Full Size: 3.4g/$20.00 Sample Value: $20.00
Everything your lips need for a night: some balm and some color in one lustrous package.
- HOW IT WORKS -
Not only will your lips feel their finest with this soothing formula, but they will look just as good with long-lasting color. This eye-catching and plush applicator makes for a conversation piece, while its purpose is super convenient. You can bring any combination of colors with you to achieve the ultimate lip experience.
Sample usage: up to 16 months. My Thoughts: This product saved the box! But I am also kinda getting tired of getting lip products almost every month from Glymm. I've got so many lip products, I'll never use them all! I am really glad I got the Soft Pink color, it looks really good and the balm is very moisturizing.

Overall, this month's bag disappointed me, but here's to always hoping that next month will be better!

Value of Box w/ Bag - $50.91

Value of Box w/o Bag - $38.91

What was your favourite product in this month's Glymm Bag?

Neutrogena 60th Anniversary Sample Box

Just when I think I have too many samples and couldn't possibly need another box or freebie I see something like this and just need it. After receiving these samples I will not need anymore skin care products or samples for a long long time. I originally saw this giveaway on Smart Canucks website under the Freebies section. You got to pick between product samples and coupons.

I requested my samples early on so I had my choice of products, however, when my mom went in to get hers half of the samples were not available and she got a mixture of samples and coupons. I saw that a few other bloggers got this box as well. You can see Cosmetic Proof and Z's samples at the links.

No Thank You Neutrogena!!

Here is what I got. Like the P&G BrandSampler in my last post these samples are bigger than some of the samples that I get in the boxes I pay for.

1. Men's Triple Protect Face Cream - I chose this for my boyfriend because he was getting some irritation on his neck from shaving. I'm hoping this will help him out.

2. Make-up Remover Wipes - This came with 8 wipes and will be perfect for travel.

3. Face Cleansing Bar - I think this may be full size...and I'm not really sure how I will like it...but I'm always up to try new face cleansing products.

4. Ultra Sheer SPF 55 Sunscreen - I'm so pale I glitter like Twilight Vampires, so the high SPF will be perfect for me, and this is a great size for my purse.

5. I'm not sure if I will use the Face Cream because I normally just stick with my Holy Grail Clinique Moisturizing Gel, but I may give it a try.

Overall, this is a great box and I didn't have to pay anything for it. I also have never used anything from Neutrogena so this is a good way for me to try it out without a large cash commitment.

P&G BrandSampler

It was about February when I received an email about the upcoming Spring P&G BrandSampler. I've heard about these boxes before and really wanted to get one. Full of deluxe size samples of Proctor & Gamble products to try, who wouldn't want to try and get their hands on one. This box was going to be available in April and April came and I never got another email about it so I thought I missed out.

Browsing on Smart Canucks I saw that it was still available and probably got one of the last boxes. For anyone interested in trying to get the next BrandSampler you have to register and can do so here.

Overall, I am so happy with this sample box. I got a wide variety of products and a lot of them were bigger then the samples I get in the subscription boxes I pay for each month. I give this a 5/5 and I definite recommend trying to get your hands on one of these boxes. Now on to what I got!!

I got 2 Full Size products and 4 deluxe samples. I cannot be more pleased. Based on prices I've seen at a variety of stores I put the value of this box at around $25. That's amazing since I paid nothing for this box. What I like about this sampler too is that it is actual products that I can afford to buy the full size of if I like them. Very unlike Glymm who sends samples of $120 face creams.

I was so happy to see this in the box cause I have been looking at them in the stores since they came out. It smells really good and it is going in my boyfriend's car whether he likes it or not lol

I've just bought a teeth whitening kit so this came at a good time. This is the perfect size for travel or just to put in your purse to freshen your breathe at work or a wedding or a party.

I LOVE the commercial for these, it's so funny! I'm excited to see if these actually do what they are supposed to.

Hair care samples this size are perfect for knowing whether you would like it enough to buy the full size.

I think that this is a razor for men but I'm really excited to try it out. It has 5 blades and a precision trimmer blade. A razor like this in store is about $10.

If anyone else got a BrandSampler Box did you get anything different from me? What product would you be most excited to receive?

May GlossyBox

 Sorry for being away for so long, I have been dealing with some things over the past few weeks, but I am back and ready to blog in my new blogging area of my room. If there are any types of posts that you would like to see me do let me know below and I will work on getting them up on here.

This post is way overdue but nonetheless here is my review of the May GlossyBox. This was my first GlossyBox and I was so impressed!! I decided to stay subscribed for now and I am hoping that they don't start spiralling into crap-hood like Glymm has.


Now onto the products...

Now these are samples!! I can try all of these enough that I will know if I like them and would want to buy the full size product. I also really like the variety of brands and products, it's not all makeup or all skincare. I was initially turned off from GlossyBox because it is $15 a month, but with these size samples it is definitely worth it. I got 10% off my first box by using a discount code, I'm pretty sure you can Google "GlossyBox Code" and you will find some blogger who is an Ambassador and has a discount code.

I love this foot cream already!! I was really skeptical because I normally don't buy special creams for my feet, but after only using this a handful of times my feet are noticeably smoother. I would definitely buy this product again.

Although I like the concept of makeup removers and own a variety of different brands I just have a love-hate relationship with them. Even ones that say oil-free leave an oil slick on my face and I usually don't grab for them when removing my makeup. I am hoping that this one wont leave my face looking gross and actually work at taking the makeup off.

This is a FULL SIZE shampoo! I was so excited to see this big of shampoo sample because I am used to Glymm's little one use samples. This shampoo came at a good time as well, as my hair has been falling out like crazy. I'm hoping this will help give my limp locks the volume they so desperately need.

I am obsessed with face washes but I don't religiously wash my face. I know its bad but I'm kinda lazy and don't like taking the time to do it. I'm really excited to try this product though as my current face wash is almost empty.

I love getting lipsticks in these sample boxes because lipstick is one of the beauty items I don't really like spending my money on. This is a full size lipstick in a great colour and I cant wait to try it out. I also love the packaging of this product. The diamond on the top of the tube is super cute!!

Overall, I was extremely pleased with my May GlossyBox and cannot wait to do my regular full review and breakdown of products when my June Box gets here. I paid $13.50 for this box and got over $50 worth of products! I hope the boxes stay this good so I can cancel with Glymm and just have one subscription a month.

What was your favourite product in the May GlossyBox??



5 Things...

...that I've been loving lately!

1. Blueberry White Chocolate Cheesecake with Blueberry Sauce.

When I made this dessert I wasn't sure how it was going to turn out but it was amazing! The cheesecake is really light and the fresh blueberries pop in your mouth when you eat them. This is my go-to recipe from now on when I need to make a dessert for something.

2. My cat Sloan

Just look at that face how could you not love him!

3. Blush Colored Steve Madden Kitten Heels

I bought these 1 year ago at Winners for only $30 and I still love them. They can be worn with a causal or dressy outfit, and because they are a nude colour you can wear them with almost anything.

4. Flowers in my Mother's Garden

My mom is a master gardener. Her yard always looks like a masterpiece. These beautiful flowers are in pots on either side of the garage and I cant help but smile whenever I look at them. Love this colour.

5. Nail Polish in bright Spring colours

I have been loving wearing bright polish lately. And it seems like I am going for colours inspired by the Spring things around me. This colour by Rimmel was inspired by the colour of the flowers above.



May 2-4 Weekend @ Niagara Falls

For the long weekend me and my boyfriend went to Niagara Falls. We both have been working long, crazy, stressful hours and this was a much needed vacation. I love going to Niagara Falls because I love Wax Museums, they allow my inner nerd to escape and have some fun. There was also mini golf, and shops, and other attractions that kept us quite busy all weekend. Below are some of my favourite pictures from our trip, and I thought I would share them with you.

This is my favourite picture from our trip. I think that this really captures the beauty of the American Falls.

The Canadian Falls at night when they light it up. The lights aren't that impressive but it's still something cool to see when you are walking by the water at night.

Had to take a picture of Edward and Bella in the MovieLand Wax Museum. I also took a picture with Jacob Black but it didn't really turn out.

Wizard of Oz was one of my favourite movies when I was growing up. I can still watch it now and know all of the words to the songs!

Star Wars...enough said.

The Sky Wheel was so big and it would have been cool to go on, but it was a little to expensive for only going around a couple times.

Another daytime picture of the American Falls.

A nighttime picture of the American Falls.

Me and the Hershey Kiss at the Hershey Store. This is kinda an OOTD picture too. I love these coral pants! So bright and perfect for Spring and Summer.

Lady Gaga!!

Me and Bruce Willis...sigh...he is my favourite actor.

When my boyfriend took this picture he's like, "Who is this supposed to be?" I was shocked he didn't know who Harry Potter was!

Oh Leonard Nimoy...I had to take this picture just because of Sheldon on Big Bang Theory. Live Long and Prosper.

"Oh no I'm falling over the falls!" My boyfriend had a good laugh at this. The unfunny thing was that shortly after a man actually did go over the Falls.

Water Fall Volcano at the Dinosaur Golf. Every 5 minutes it actually erupted with real flames.

At the entrance of Dinosaur Golf.

I had many more pictures from my vacation but these are just some of my favourite. Although very busy and very expensive to go there on a holiday weekend it was well worth it.

NOTD: Fall Mood

Today is a very gloomy, rainy day. It's a perfect day for watching movies, eating ice cream, and working on my blog. It was time to change my nail polish color and the weather was not really inspiring me to go with a bright springy colour, so I chose Revlon's Color Stay Longwear Enamel in 140 Fall Mood. It is a really pretty bronze colour with many different bronze-gold tones in it. It was opaque after 2 coats, and I have to say I really like this colour with my skin tone.

This isn't a colour I would normally pick out, but it came as a free gift when I bought a Revlon Color Stay Eyeshadow Quad, so even if I didn't like it, it's not like I am out any money. I usually try and change my polish every week so I'm excited to see if this polish will last a whole week without chipping.