MilkSheikh Beauty

The Products:  Ofra Cosmetics: liquid lipstick in an Ipsy exclusive called 'Ipsy Unzipped' Smashbox Cosmetics: Always On gel liner in Fishnet First Aid Beauty: Face Cleanser Promise Organic: Nourishing Coconut Milk Daily Facial Scrub with walnuts and sugar Lottie London: Lottie Lacquer in Riot! RealHer: lipliner Nude (redeemed for 500 points) Lancome: Hypnose Drama mascara  (redeemed for 500 points) In full disclosure, Ipsy Glam Bags can either be a hit or miss.  This month, however, I actually was really excited about this month's glam bag! From the cute and creative glam bags to its variety of beauty products, it's a great way try new products at an extremely affordable price (products are typically worth $5-10). And- if you're anything like me- having miniature items are a definite plus for the gym, your purse or your travels. Glam bags can be purchased either on a month-to-month basis or for 11 months with the 12th month free at $10 a month

It's the best time of year or so we make-up lovers believe. Retailer's everywhere are stocked with amazing value sets and great deals. Sephora starts ahead in November, providing 20% off for their Beauty Insiders, VIB and VIB Rouge members. Although each year it is a different set of dates for their largest sale of the year, it is typically held during mid-November. Fun fact: Did you know Sephora is actually a French chain that was founded in 1969  and currently features over 300   brands? It is incredible how it didn't even come to the US until 1999, and now it is one of the- if not- largest make-up/skin retailers in the world.  Normally, I only buy a few things. However, this year I decided why not use this time to buy things I would have anyway (treat yo self and friends) while taking advantage of their sale.  In the process, I also get to try new things and clear out old products to  throw away, donate, give to friends and family, etc. Thoughts at first glance