Zoya Nail of the Day in Heidi

Hello :)

I hope everyone had a great St. Patrick's Day! 

I took advantage of the last Zoya promotion code and got six nail polishes (buy 3 get 3 free).  I wanted a pretty coral color and bought two different shades of coral.  Here is the first one, called Heidi.

This is two coats of Zoya Heidi with Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Anti-Chip Top Coat.

I think it's a bit too orange, but I still like it.  What do you think?

Did any of you take advantage of the Zoya promotion?  What colors did you get?

Take care,
Kat

BeautyBar Sample Society with Allure Box - March 2012

Hello, Everyone,

I subscribed to a new cosmetic/skin care monthly subscription service and I just received my first box. This is the very first box from Beauty Bar's Sample Society with Allure.  BeautyBar Sample Society is similar to Birchbox or GlamBag except it costs $15.00 (includes shipping) a month instead of $10.00 like Birchbox or GlamBag.

Membership to the BeautyBar Sample Society includes:

• 5 deluxe-sized samples from "luxury" beauty brands.
• $15 gift code to redeem on a $50 purchase - when any product from the brands you've sampled is included in your order.
• Expert beauty advice to accompany your samples from the editors of Allure (Mini Mag).
• A bonus one-year subscription to Allure magazine ($12 value).

Sample Society is not customized at this time and members do not have the ability to choose their samples. However, customization is something they hope to provide in the future according to their website.  Also, my credit card was charged the day my box shipped and I received it within 7 days, just like it promises on their website. I like that they charge my credit card on the actual ship date, rather than a month in advance like the GlamBag.

Contents included:

• Fekkai Advanced Glossing Cream - 1.6 oz
• Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Deluxe Sample - 0.45 oz
• SKYN Iceland Icelandic Eye Relief Pen - 0.14 oz (which is a full size product worth $20.00)
• REN Glycolactic Radience Renewal Peel Mask Deluxe Sample - 0.5 fl oz
• Oscar De La Renta Expirit d'Oscar Deluxe Mini-Rollerball - .1 fl oz
• Mini Mag

 Mini Mag

Cover

Page 1 & 2

Page 3 & 4

Page 5 & 6

Back

Unfortunately, due to high demand Sample Society is unable to accept new subscriptions at this time. However, you can sign up to be notified when they start accepting new members.

I think the value of this box is fantastic. The full size SKYN Iceland Icelandic Eye Relief Pen is worth $20 alone!! I haven't used any of my products yet since I just received the box yesterday, so stay tuned for a proper review of all the products.

Did you subscribe to the Sample Society?  If you did, what are your thoughts about it?

Take care,

Kat



Zoya Nail Polish - Promotion Code

Hi Everyone,

Just wanted to let you know about a new Zoya Nail Polish promotion code.

Pick Your Own Bouquet of Zoya Color

The coming of spring means warmer weather, budding flowers and color, color, COLOR! To help you transition from winter to spring, we’re making it easier to freshen up your Zoya Nail Polish wardrobe.

With the purchase of at least 3 Zoya Nail Polish colors of your choice, you will receive any 3 FREE*.

Now through Wednesday, March 14^th 2012 11:59pm EST, ONLY.  

Instructions:

1. Add at least six (6) Zoya Nail Polish colors of your choice to your shopping cart.
2. Enter code: SPRING3 into the coupon code field in your cart and press "Apply Code".
3. Complete Check-Out Process, Review, Submit Order and watch your Zoya Collection Blossom!

*Terms & Conditions
This promotion is valid online only at www.zoya.com in the Continental United States only (Shipping and processing fees apply). Limit one promotion per account and household. Orders with promotion codes are not eligible for returns or exchanges. We are not responsible for incorrect addresses or credit card entry errors. Nail polish colors and code must be entered at the time of purchase. Please allow up to 2 weeks for shipping if volume warrants it. Not valid with any other coupons, codes or promotions.

 

I'm taking advantage of this and getting six polishes!  What colors are you getting?

 

Take care,

Kat

 

Urban Decay Friends & Family Sale - 20% off

Hi Everyone,

I just wanted to quickly post this information about the Urban Decay Friends & Family 20% off sale! 

Urban Decay website:  http://www.urbandecay.com/

Use promotion code:  FFSPRING12

Discount can not be combined with any other offer.  Offer excludes Naked2 Palette.  Limit 5 pieces of the same item/shade per order.  The sale is from March 6th through March 10th, 2012.  The offer also includes the sale section.

Happy shoppiing!!!

Take care,
Kat

My Glam Bag - February 2012

I really liked all the products I received in the January My Glam Bag, so I was excited to receive the February bag.

The February Glam Bag was delivered in its usual bright pink mailing envelope.  Inside was a pretty pink makeup bag with black hearts on it.  I could actually do without the makeup bags every month.....I already have a ton of them.  I suggest replacing the makeup bag every month with another deluxe sample :)

The bag was filled with the following goodies:

Freeman Goji Berry Facial Hydration Mask

I really enjoyed the Freeman's Cucumber Peel-Off Mask that was in last months bag, so I was excited to get a packet size Freeman Goji Berry Facial Hydration Mask for stressed and dehydrated skin types.  I used this last night and while it did leave my skin feeling soft, it didn't hydrate my skin.  In fact, it felt dry and tight, so I won't be purchasing the full size product.

X Out Shine Control

This is a mattifying, shine controlling, oil-free moisturizer.  It is a free gift with the purchase of the X Out Wash-In Treatment, from the makers of ProActive.  I haven't tried any products from ProActive because I don't have acne problems, but I do have oily skin so I will give this a try.  I won't be purchasing it because I doubt it will work any better then the mattifying, shine control, oil-free moisturizer I currently use (La Roche-Posay Effaclar M Daily Mattifying Moisturizer).

NYX Roll On Shimmer

Another full size product that we received this month was the NYX roll on shimmer.  I received the color "Pink".  This applies with a roller ball applicator and when I applied it to my arm for the swatch, I was able to just wipe it away with my hand, which would make me question the staying power of the product.  It's way too shimmery for me so I will never wear it.  This will go to one of my Nieces.

Premier Dead Sea Cinderella Stretching Mask and Eye Serum

I received a sample of the Cinderella Stretching Mask and a sample of the Eye Serum.  I checked out the Premier Dead Sea website and their products are very expensive.  The Cinderella Stretching Mask costs $149.99 for 2.04 fl. oz., and the Eye Serum costs $175.00 for 1.2 fl oz.  Both products can be purchased at http://www.premierdeadsea.com/.  The samples are pretty tiny and I'll only be able to get one use out of the mask and maybe 2 or 3 out of the eye serum, but I don't think using this product a couple of times is going to show me the benefits they are claiming.  I don't mind spending money on expensive products if I was able to use them for a week or two, to see if they do what they claim.  Chances are, I won't see any results after two applications, so it's likely I won't be purchasing them.  We'll see....I'll let you know my opinion after I use it.

NuMe Gift Card

Everyone received a $100 gift card to Nu Me Style to use on either hair tools or hair extensions.  (http://www.numestyle.com/).  There is no spending limit but must be used for purchasing hair tools (dryer, straightener, curling wands, etc.) or hair extensions.  I'm very suspicious of coupons like this.  to me, if a company can afford to give me $100 dollars off a product, they are charging too much for the product in the first place.  If any of you check out the website and find something you want, subscribe to my blog and leave me a comment below and I will give you  my coupon code (must be a subscriber to receive the code).  It can only be used once.

We also received two little chocolates for Valentine's Day.  My husband loved them :)

I was definitely happier with last month's bag, but I realize that I'm not going to like every bag.  I'll still enjoy trying all these products and sharing a few, too.

UPDATE:  As of March 13, the NuMe coupon code is still available!!

Have a great day,
Kat

Zoya Coupon Code

Hi Everyone,

I just wanted to let you know about the latest Zoya Nail Lacquer promotion code.

Now through Saturday, February 25^th 2012 11:59PM EST, ONLY.
With the purchase of a Zoya Mini Color Lock System,you will receive a duo of Zoya Maisie, Zoya Kristen, Zoya Megan and/or Zoya Chloe FREE (the two you choose is up to you) PLUS... Free Shipping!

Instructions:

1. Add the Zoya Mini Color Lock System (ZTHOL1101), at least two of the following Zoya Kristen, Zoya Megan, Zoya Chloe or Zoya Maisie to your shopping cart (along with any additional items you wish to purchase).
2. Enter code: WHITNEY3 into the coupon/promo field in your cart and press "Apply Code".
3. Complete Check-Out Process, Review and Submit Order.

Happy shopping!!

Kat

ecoTools Limited Edition Beautiful Expressions Kabuki Set, 4 PC

I was in my local Walgreens store over the weekend and noticed they had a clearance basket with the ecoTools Limited Edition Beautiful Expressions Kabuki Set for 50% off.  I paid $7.50 for the four brushes.

The limited edition set includes:

• Conceal Round Kabuki
• Bronze Angled Kabuki
• Buff Flat Top Kabuki
• Contour Domed Kabuki

These brushes are small in size and not quite as soft as my other ecoTools brushes, but they are still nice brushes.  I love the contour domed kabuki as it fits perfectly into the "contouring space" of the cheek.  I'm not very good at applying contour, and this brush helps me apply the contour color to the correct spot and not get it all over the cheek area. :)

The small tapered point on the conceal brush works nicely around my eyes and nose.

So, if you like ecoTools brushes, this set at 50% off is a great value!!!  Run to your local Walgreens and pick up a set!! 

Take care,
Kat