Sephora Beauty Splurge Pt. VI

From August 12-18th Sephora was offering VIBs triple points. 

Today I will be sharing with you my second of three purchases!

 

 

SEPHORA COLLECTION Full Speed Ahead Traincase

Retail $110.00

 

 

I have been wanting a traincase to store all my beauty essentials for a while now, but have been waiting for one that I'd really love! And I absolutely love this one!! The design is so sleek and edgy!! This was a big purchase for me since it's the most expensive item I've purchased since buying my Clarisonic, but it's another investment piece. I know I will get great use out of this, so it's definitely worth the money to me.

 

 

I have beauty items littered all over my apartment, so it's about time I finally get organized by storing them all in one place! This traincase is the perfect size to store my stash with it's multiple compartments! Plus it comes with a shoulder strap to make it easy to carry on the go!!

 

 

The bottom level features an adjustable compartment to store items of various size!!

 

 

 

Free Deluxe Sample: Smashbox Photo Finish More Than Primer Blemish Control 

I was thrilled that Sephora was offering this as one of five primer samples! I've been wanting to try Smashbox for some time now and was particularly happy to get this since I didn't receive a sample of the Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer in my Ispy bag this month.

 

 

 

Free Samples: Philosophy Full Of Promise Treatment Duo, Chloe Eau de Parfum Spray, and Ole Henriksen Perfect Truth CC Crème in Light
 

I think the Philosophy sample was put in to replace another another sample I had chosen, but I can't remember what that was now. I wasn't interested in receiving this item, so I'll just pass it on to a friend. I do really like the scent of the Chloe perfume and the full size bottle looks lovely, but I have so much fragrance that I probably won't purchase it unless it goes on sale. I'm also excited to try out the Ole Henriksen sample since it's a new brand for me and I like trying out new cc crèmes.

Do you own a traincase? If so, does it fit all your beauty essentials and do you carry it around?

 If not, how do you like to store your cosmetics?

 

Sephora Beauty Splurge Pt. IV

Hey guys! I just wanted to start out by telling you some exciting news...

 

 

I'm a VIB!!!

 

This is my first time becoming a VIB! In order to achieve VIB status you must spend $350 at Sephora in a calendar year. You maintain VIB status the year in which you become a VIB and the following year. I can not wait to take advantage of all my benefits!!

 

My welcome package gives me three one time perks to be used within 90 days:

45 minute dedicated makeover session with an expert beauty advisor

10% off next purchase

Free shipping on next purchase

 

VIB benefits include:

Attending Private Events

Get Seasonal Gifts

Try New Products Early

Shop Sales First

 

Now that I just achieved VIB status, I see Sephora has a VIB Rouge status. You can reach VIB Rouge status when you spend $1,000 in a calendar year. While my Sephora addiction is growing, I don't know if I'll quite reach that status anytime soon.

 

Now a quick look at the purchase that gave me VIB status:

 

 

 

Sephora Beauty Haul #4

Clarisonic Plus Sonic Skin Cleansing System

I finally invested in a Clarisonic!! I have been going crazy researching the different models, debating between purchasing the Mia 2 or Plus. I finally decided upon the Plus since you can also use it on your body in addition to your face. I went with this Sephora Exclusive set-I just love the coral color!!

 

 

Free Deluxe Sample: Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick (Beso)

I have been dying to try Stila for quite some time now! I don't have a lot of red lip products and I don't tend to have a lot of liquid lipsticks, so this will add some diversity to my makeup stash!!

 

 

 

Free Samples: Philosophy Living Grace (tried it- it's a nice light scent), Living Proof Satin Hair Serum, Philosophy Miracle Worker, and Laura Mercier Foundation Primer-Radiance

 

One of my chosen samples was bare Minerals Lash Domination Volumizing Mascara, but they must have ran out since they gave me the last two other samples in its place. I'm a little disappointed for the substitution, but I already have a ton of mascara so it's not a major loss.

 

Are you a Beauty Insider, VIB, or a VIB Rouge?

Do you have a Clarisonic? Which model do you prefer?