Ipsy September 2014 Review

Hi everyone! I'm excited to show you what came in my second Ipsy bag this month! I'm getting hooked on Ipsy... I definitely look forward to the sneak peaks, seeing my Glam Room, and of course that hot pink mailer - it really is fun! For $10 a month Ipsy sends you a cute makeup bag and a mix of full-size and sample-size products, usually 5 products total. Keep reading to find out what I received this month...

Ipsy sent me five products in this awesome metallic bag with studs - I love this bag! It has a soft, smooth texture. I received three full size products in this bag - the Hikari lipstick, Be a Bombshell powder and Pacifica nail polish. Definitely impressed with THREE full size products! Let's talk about the lipstick first...

The lipstick shade is Cabernet, online it is described as "rich, red wine." The formula is wonderful - it feels lightweight and smooth, and lasts for about two hours. The finish is a creamy matte and it looks beautiful. 
As you can see in the picture, this is a medium/dark pink color, definitely not rich, red wine. I do wish this was a deep red, almost burgundy color, but the pink is flattering and pretty so I'll definitely use this lipstick. 

Size Received: 3.8 grams
Price: $13 full size 3.8 grams
Value: $13  This lipstick alone paid for the bag! Go Ipsy!

Up next: Be a Bombshell Smooth Criminal Powder. I love how matte this powder is! I have extremely oily skin. I use a matte primer, matte foundation and this powder and it really keeps the dreaded oil-slick at bay. The powder is completely translucent and applies clear. I have used this in photographs, too, and haven't had a problem with a white cast. I love how flawless this makes my skin look. The formula is lightweight, odorless, and doesn't leave my skin cakey. Plus - it hasn't made me break out! Definitely a must-have finishing powder for ladies and gents with oily skin. 

Size Received: 4 grams

Price: $12 full size 4 grams

Value: $12  Another item that paid for the bag - super happy with the value!

Let's talk about the Pacifica 7 Free Nail Color in Red, Red Wine. First of all, I was so excited to see a full size nail polish in my Ipsy bag. I love nail polish! The color is one of my favorite fall shades - a deep red/burgundy with a hint of brown. It is a lovely color. The formula, however, was not as impressive. The polish is very thin and chips within one day of wear. I have found excellent base and top coats and usually can have a regular manicure last 5 days without chipping. This chipped on the same day that I painted! And continued to chip. Overall, I would not buy this formula again... but I will probably use it again because I enjoy the shade. 

Size Received: 0.45 fl oz

Price: $9 full size 0.45 fl oz

Value: $9  I'm so happy with the value of these products!

Well, I'll be honest. I'm not a huge fan of hand lotion, so this was just not as exciting for me. The product packaging claims "Luxury Hand Cream" but it really is average to me. It smells like sweet lavender.  

The formula is nice - it absorbs quickly and it is hydrating. It's just not exceptional or anything, pretty standard hand cream here. 

Size Received: 1.1 fl oz/30 ml

Price: $34 full size 60 ml (found on Amazon.com because Mitchell and Peach's website lists pounds and I'm looking for dollars)

Value: $17   Another great value! (Side note: this hand lotion is way overpriced :D ) 

The last item here is the Nourish Organic Moisturizing Cream Face Cleanser. Unfortunately, the second ingredient is coconut oil. Coconut oil makes me break out so badly, so I'm not going to use this at all. I gave it to my husband to use because he has dry skin and never breaks out. Lucky man.

Size Received: 1 fl oz

Price: $13.99 full size 6 fl oz

Value: $2.33

Overall Thoughts: I am extremely happy with this month's Ipsy bag! Although I'm not really into the hand lotion or the face cleanser, the three full size products make up for that, plus I actually *love* the lipstick and the powder. The total value of the products is $53.33. Wow!! I can't wait to see what October brings us.

Did you receive the September Ipsy Bag?  What were your favorite products?