I believe in Primping at Leisure and wearing Lipstick

I still get Influenster VoxBoxes every once in a while, and after (probably) YEARS of just getting sample sized things not really worth my time sitting down and blogging about them, lately they are stepping up their game.

A few weeks ago I recieved the LUXE VoxBox (I shared it on Instagram here, here, and here), which was full of wonderful full sized products, and earlier this week I had this one in my mailbox: The Laura Mercier Velour Extreme VoxBox. It came with two lipsticks.

"I believe in manicures. I believe in overdressing. I believe in primping at leisure and wearing lipstick."

~ Audrey Hepburn

I'm picky when it comes to lipsticks - if they wear off soon or feel heavy/greasy on my lips, I'll not use them. I was sent two shades, "QUEEN" and "RUTHLESS" of the Velour Extreme Matte Lipsticks in the "Laura Mercier VoxBox" from Influenster, and love them! They stay on great! Well - they stay on, but...

VoxBox Review: TREsemmé Beauty-Full Volume Collection.

Honestly, I feel a little weird posting this. Somehow EVERYONE out there praises every single product they get for free, especially when it comes from Influenster in a VoxBox.

You know me - you I'm not that way. If I don't like a product, I'll let you know. See here, and here.

So this time I received the

VoxBox Review: Pantene Pro-V Airspray

Two days ago I was the lucky recipient of the Pantene Pro-V Airspray VoxBox from Influenster. The first bummer: I opened my mailbox, and found a tiny little box in it. Since when is Influenster sending out trial size products? But ok, I put that thought aside, and opened the box. The bottle is super tiny indeed. I have very long hair, so it might be enough for about 1 week of styles, if that much.

Remember the CoverGirl Plumpify Mascara I got in another VoxBox, and I really couldn't find anything good about it? Well.... here we go again. And I have a feeling Influenster might stop selecting me for VoxBoxes. But hey, I review stuff, and put my honest opinion out there. Only because I get stuff sent to me for free, doesn't mean I have to praise it.

Here's what Pantene has to say about the Pro-V Airspray

The Pro-V Styler Series represents the gold standard in styling. Our products are formulated to expertly care for your hair, whatever style you desire. With a range of products that span different levels of hold, there is an ideal Pro-V Styler for you.

• Pantene Pro-V Airspray Hairspray features:

• Ultra lightweight alcohol-free formula for a healthier hairspray

• Level 2 flexible hold for a smooth finish with body and bounce

• Use with Pantene shampoo and conditioner

• One 7 oz aerosol can

Here's what I have to say about it

1. The Scent

It smells like your average hair spray. Nothing special! And even though it says "Alcohol Free", it does smell as if there is alcohol in it. Have you ever been at the hair salon with your grandma? Where all the silver-blue-is haired ladies are sitting next to each other? Those oldschool hair salons? That's whet the smell reminds me of.

2. Let the spray begin

I first thought something is wrong with the nozzle, cause it felt as if there is a whole lot of spray coming out. Like, too much. I enhanced the spray distance, but the second it hit my hair, it felt heavy, and my hair just felt like one sticky mess.
Pro: you can easily brush it out.
But - do I want to brush out the hairspray I just applied right away? Usually you put it on there for a reason.

I will definitely not use it again. It has a heavy texture and makes my hair look felted and blah.

And now for the obvious disclaimer: "I received these products complimentary from influenster for testing purposes."

Yep. Free stuff for me to try and then review... because I'm Batman.

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COVERGIRL VoxBox Review pt.2 // Oh Sugar! Vitamin Infused Lip Balm

I was lucky enough to receive the "COVERGIRL" VoxBox from Influenster. Since I use the CoverGirl "Smoothers SPF 21 Tinted Moisturizer BB Cream + Sunscreen" and "CoverGirl Ready, Set Gorgeous Fresh Complexion Powder Foundation" daily, I was exited to give the new products a try. 

In my box I found the "Plumpify Mascara" (check out my review HERE), and the "Oh Sugar! Vitamin Infused Lip Balm". 

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Today I want to let you know how I liked the "Oh Sugar! Vitamin infused Lip Balm"

The second I've opened the lip balm, I was in love. It smells super good, the texture is great, and the color Influenster picked for me (Taffy) is very pretty. The balm adds a wee bit of color to your lips, just enough for your everyday makeup!

While being very disappointed with the Plumpify mascara I found in my VoxBox, the "Oh Sugar!" made everything alright again. I would definitely suggest you ladies to give it a try. I will have to check out all the other colors out there. I really want a brown-ish tone as well...

Bottom Line

• Lovely smell
• Great texture & color
• Overall a great lipstick / lip balm you should give a try!

And now for the obvious disclaimer: "I received these products complimentary from influenster for testing purposes."
Yep. Free stuff for me to try and then review... because I'm Batman.


 

COVERGIRL VoxBox Review pt.1 // Plumpify Mascara

I was lucky enough to receive the "COVERGIRL" VoxBox from Influenster. Since I use the CoverGirl "Smoothers SPF 21 Tinted Moisturizer BB Cream + Sunscreen" and "CoverGirl Ready, Set Gorgeous Fresh Complexion Powder Foundation" daily, I was exited to give the new products a try.

In my box I found the "Plumpify Mascara", and the "Oh Sugar! Vitamin Infused Lip Balm".

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Today I want to let you know how I liked the "Plumpify Mascara"

Due to really watery eyes, I usually use waterproof mascara, but I have already checked, and there actually is a waterproof version of it as well. The first thing catching your attention must be the really odd shaped brush. It looks as if it grabs even the tiniest lashes.

Then the first bummer... I opened the mascara, and the smell is overwhelming. It smells REALLY chemical, and not really like anything you want to have right next to your eyes. For review purposes, I put it on anyway (oh the things I do for my lovely readers...)...

BEFORE

AFTER

The brush might look impressive, but it sure needs improvement. It feels as if the actual bottle is not made for the brush. You pull it out, and it"s FULL of mascara. Try to get it back in there... yea... no...
If you take a look at my before/after picture above, you will see it turned out pretty decent.

BUT:

Bottom Line

• I don't want this chemical smell every morning
• If it smells chemical, it must be pretty much chemical, right?
• That brush/bottle hassle... Nope.

And now for the obvious disclaimer: "I received these products complimentary from influenster for testing purposes."
Yep. Free stuff for me to try and then review... because I'm Batman.