Friday, February 28, 2014

Urban Decay Shattered Face Case

Hey Mermaids! As you all know I do a lot of my beauty shopping at Sephora, but today I actually have an ULTA purchase to show you! I picked up the Urban Decay Shattered Face Case!
 
 
Urban Decay Shattered Face Case
Retail $44.00 on sale for $29.00!

I wasn't originally planning on getting this since I already picked up the Anarchy Face Case. But I love the other one so much, I knew I'd equally like this one. Plus, my sister pointed out that this one was on sale! And you know me, I do love a sale!!

 
Super-Saturated High-Gloss Lip Color: Lovechild
Eyeshadow: Nameless, Remix, Shakedown, Minor Sin, Bleach
24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil: Zero
 
 
Blush: Overexposed, Temper
Highlighter: Glint
 
 
Nameless, Remix, Shakedown, Minor Sin, Bleach (Without Flash/No Primer)

 
Nameless, Remix, Shakedown, Minor Sin, Bleach (With Flash/No Primer)
 
 
Lovechild, Zero (Without Flash/No Primer)

 
 Lovechild, Zero (With Flash/No Primer)
 
 
Overexposed, Temper, Glint
(Without Flash/No Primer)

 
Overexposed, Temper, Glint
(With Flash/No Primer)
 
 
Urban Decay Book of Shadows Vol. IV Redux
 
I originally purchased this with this order, which put me over $40 to qualify to get the free GWP. However it arrived broken upon receipt. Since ULTA didn't have any left in the store in which to exchange, I had to return it and reorder it online. I will be showing it with my next ULTA purchase.
 

Free Gift With $40 Ulta.com Purchase: 15 pc Beauty Bag ($75 Value)

 
KMS California Hair Stay dry xtreme hairspray, Go Smile Luxury Toothpaste, Dermalogica Active Moist, MELA-D Deepcleansing Brightening Foaming Cream, BareMinerals Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss (Rebel), c. Booth Honey Almond Body Butter, Benefit Total Mositure Facial Cream/The Porefessional Duo, Smashbox Camera Ready BB Cream, It Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC + (Medium), Carol's Daughter Hair Milk, Jurlique Herbal Recovery Advanced Serum, AHAVA Time To Smooth Age Control Even Tone Moisturizer, One Direction Our Moment Eau De Parfum, and Prada Candy Eau De Parfum
 

Free Samples: Variety Sampler
(Benefit Total Moisture Facial Cream, Matrix Biolage Styling Blow-in Control Shape Memory Cream, and Anthony Glycolic Facial Cleanser)


I like that the Shattered Face Case has more new and exclusive shades compared to the Anarchy Face Case. But I love the design of the packaging of the Anarchy Face Case more. It is so hard to choose a favorite!!

What do you think of the Shattered Face Case?
Do you prefer it to the Anarchy Face Case?



 
 

Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Sephora Sale Splurge

Evening Mermaids! Sephora had a special promo to get two deluxe samples instead of one, so I decided to pick up a few things in the sale section!


Disney Collection Ariel Whatcha-Nail-Callit 6 Piece Nail Set
Retail $24.50 on sale for $17.00!

I missed out on the limited-edition Storybook Palette, so I decided to finally snatch up the nail polish set while it was still available! I love The Little Mermaid so much, and this set just thrills the Polish Junkie in me! I will be doing a separate post with the complete set of swatches at a later point.

 
SEPHORA COLLECTION Purifying Cleansing Gel
Retail $12.00 on sale for $5.00!

This cleanser was such a good value for the price-I can't wait to try it out!

 
Formula X For Sephora Duo Pack- ASAP Real Nail Lacquer Appliques
Retail $10.00 on sale for $5.00!

I decided to pick up another pack for my sister, Erica, since the price was too good!

 
100 Point Perk Reward: Formula X For Sephora New Neutrals

I chose this because I've been wanting to try Sephora's new nail lacquer line and thought this would be the perfect neutral shade!

  
Free Deluxe Samples: Chloe See By Chloe Perfumed Body Lotion & Hanae Mori Hanae Mori Butterfly Body Lotion

I picked the Chloe See By Chloe Perfumed Body Lotion to go with the perfume. And the Hanae Mori Body Lotion packaging just looked too cute!

 
Free Samples: Gucci Guilty Black, Lancôme La vie est belle, and Soap & Glory Face Soap and Clarity 3-In-1 Daily-Detox Vitamin C Facial Wash

What did you think of the Sephora and Disney Collaboration?
Which Disney collection was your favorite?
What Disney collection would you like to see come out next?
 

Tuesday, February 25, 2014

SEPHORA COLLECTION Rose Gold Mineral Brush Set

Hey Mermaids, I picked up a second makeup brush set! I feel like I never have enough brushes especially when I need to use several eye shadows to create a particular look. And this set was such a steal!!

 
SEPHORA COLLECTION Rose Gold Mineral Brush Set
Retail $48.00 on sale for $25.00!
 
 
The case matches the rose gold brushes inside!
 
 
Stippling, Powder, Shadow, Smudge, Liner

 
Free Gift With Purchase: Skincare Sample Bag featuring 12 samples

 
Shiseido Refining Moisturizer, Josie Maran 100% Pure Argan Oil, Murad Illuminating Day Moisture SPF 30 PA+++, NUDE Cellular Renewal Moisturiser, First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream, Boscia Self-Defense Vital Antioxidant Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30, Sephora Instant Moisturizer, Dr. Jart+ Black Label Detox Beauty Balm, Fresh Seaberry Moisturizing Face Oil, Ole Henriksen Truth Serum Collagen Booster/Pure Truth Youth Activating Oil, L'Occitane Ultra Rich Body Cream, Algenist Advanced Anti-Aging Repairing Oil
 
 
Free Samples: Elizabeth and James Nirvana White, Givenchy Mister Light Instant Light Corrective Pen
 
Missing Sample: Dr. Brandt Skincare Xtend Your Youth Face Cream

I didn't complain about the missing sample because I got so many in this order. Plus the Elizabeth and James sample includes two perfumes, so I figured it evened out.

Do you own more than one brush set?
What do you look for when purchasing a new set?
 What type of brush do you use the most?

 

Saturday, February 22, 2014

Too Faced Loves Sephora 15 Years Of Beauty Palette

Good morning Sirens! Today I am excited to show you my first Too Faced palette! This is a special edition palette of 15 handpicked products in celebration of Too Faced and Sephora's 15th anniversary!


Too Faced Too Faced Loves Sephora 15 Years Of Beauty Palette
Retail $55.00 on sale for $39.00!

 
**This was a limited-edition case exclusive to Sephora and Sephora.com.
However, it is no longer available for sale at this time.**

 
 
Top Row: Piano Keys, So Cal, TF <3's The Cast, Jer Jer, 525 Market
Bottom Row: Behind The Counter, Soho, Envy, David & Marg, 1998
 
10 exclusive eye shadows each named for a Sephora and Too Faced iconic moment, person, or memory!
 
 
Piano Keys, So Cal, TF Loves The Cast, Jer Jer, 525 Market (Without Flash)
 
 
Piano Keys, So Cal, TF Loves The Cast, Jer Jer, 525 Market (With Flash)
 
 
Behind The Counter, Soho, Envy, David & Marg, 1998 (Without Flash)
 
 
Behind The Counter, Soho, Envy, David & Marg, 1998 (With Flash)

 
Chocolate Soleil (Bronzer), Sun Bunny (Bronzer), Who's Your Poppy? (Blush), Flatbuki Brush, and Shadow Insurance Anti-Crease Eye Shadow Primer
 

Chocolate Soleil, Sun Bunny, Who's Your Poppy? (Without Flash)

 
Chocolate Soleil, Sun Bunny, Who's Your Poppy? (With Flash)
 
 
Glamour Guide
 
 15 Looks for 15 Years!!
 
 
100 Point Perk Reward: Chloe L'Eau de Chloe

 
Free Samples: Phyto Phyto Specific Moisturizing Styling Cream, Soap & Glory Face Soap and Clairty 3-In-1 Daily-Detox Vitamin C Facial Wash, and Clinique Even Better Eyes Dark Circle Corrector
 
I received an extra 20% off sale items with code Extra20!

I just love this palette so much! The colors are so gorgeous-I especially love So Cal, Soho, Envy, and David & Marg! This palette has almost everything you need to create a complete look and even comes with the Too Faced Signature Glamour Guide to get you started!!

What do you think of this collaboration between Sephora and Too Faced?
Would you like to see other collaborations between brands?

 

Friday, February 21, 2014

Sephora VIB Rouge Welcome Kit

Hey everyone! Today I'm going to show you a Sephora purchase containing my Rouge Welcome Kit!
 

Sephora Haul


SEPHORA COLLECTION Fishnet Hair Ties
Retail $8.50 on sale for $5.00!

These hair ties have been all the rage, so I wanted to check them out for myself. Unfortunately I got my hair cut shortly after, so I haven't had the chance to try them out yet.
 
 
Urban Decay Nail Color (Zodiac)
Retail $15.00

I loved the last two polishes I got from Urban Decay, so I had to pick up this color! Give me green and glitter any day!!

 
Nails Inc. Bling It On Kit (Rebel)
Retail $25.00 on sale for $7.00!

This is the kit I used for my New Year's Eve Nails. I love the edgy vibe of this kit and that I can reuse the appliques.

 
I'm a VIB ROUGE!!!
 
 
Your Complimentary Welcome Kit (Rouge Welcome Kit)
 
 
VIB ROUGE ALL-ACCESS PASS
 
 
Bite Beauty Luminous Crème Lipstick (Bite For VIB ROUGE)
 

I loved that we got an exclusive color for achieving Rouge status!
 
 
100 point perk reward: Chloe See By Chloe

Love the scent and cute bottle design!

 
Free Deluxe Sample: Aqua Di Parma Acqua Nobile Gelsomino Roller Ball Mini

 
My sample arrived with the top screwed off and half the contents leaked out!
 Since the item couldn't be replaced, Sephora gave me 25 beauty insider points!!

 
Free Samples: Gucci Guilty Eau de Toilette, Cartier Declaration Eau de Toilette, and Ermenegildo Zegna UOMO Eau de Toilette

Are you a VIB Rouge?
Do you think it's worth spending $1,000 in a calendar year to achieve Rouge status?
Why or why not?