So Back in June I posted about Beauty Boxes that were going bust (Here) and that I was waiting until the box came to make a judgment. Well Judgment Made!!
For the Full story check out my Not safe for Work Blog (http://nsfwreviewsgohere.blogspot.ca/)
Sorry for the formating being all funny, I dont want to post about sex boxes in this blog and I really wanted to post about my experiance so others know whats going on.
My advice for anything really, Check FB for any company you are going to work with, for, buy anything from. If they don't have public comments, steer far far away!
Please pass the word on about this deceitful company.
~Love and Louboutin to all my Lovely's!!!
XOXO
Wednesday 24 July 2013
Wednesday 17 July 2013
Summer 2013 Lou Lou Luxe Box
So here is Luxe Box Review Part II - See Part I here.
Luxe Box is about $26, 4 times a year instead of every month.
So Here is the Box.
Looks nice, there were some spots on the Lou Lou Label that were scratched off which didn't look to nice but it comes off the box so its not that big of an issue.
Pretty inside of the box!
The write up that comes with each Luxe Box.
The Olay Total Effects 7 CC (Colour+Correction) came wrapped up all nice and pretty. I tried this today and the colour is WAY to dark for me, I looked like an Oompa Loompa for half the day until I washed it off at lunch- Of course Niggz told me AFTER "I got to to work that my face looked weird".
Other than the colour I really liked it, it went on smooth and was really fresh feeling.
ELIXIR ULTIME THE IMPERIAL
Versatile nourishing oil for color-treated hair
$25 for 50ml, this is a very little sample (3 ml) but I think I can get a few uses out of it
Trial Size of Clinique High Impact Mascara- I really like Clinique mascara and I can' wait to use this.
"Get instant drama! Pump up the volume and length of each lash for a look that's lusher, plusher, and bolder. Dress your lashes in pure, deep color—wear it once and you'll feel naked without it."
Just a sample size $19 for a full size.
Essie Sleek Stick Nail Applique.
Re-create chic looks fresh from the runway without picking up a brush. Pre-cured UV appliqués mimic the feel of a handcrafted nail art and last up to 10 days.
I Love nail stuff..... But I HATE this Colour!!!!
Full size- One set, $10.25
Vichy Aqualia Thermal Night Spa
The first replenishing & soothing spa sleeping mask. A new ultra-sensorial texture that reproduces the soothing freshness and softness of a spa treatment. This light gel-cream envelops skin with velvety softness and is non-greasy and non-sticky.
I've never tried a sleeping mask before, I'm not sure how this will work haha!
I love Vichy, I can't wait to try this
0.1 fl. oz, $4.50 - sample Full size, 1 oz is $45
Condition Culture - Knotties Hair Ties
Stay cool in the summer heat by keeping your hair away from your face without the creases.
These are Knotties Hair elastics, they are the newest thing in hair care, I really don't like them but hey the 90's are back!
4 ties, $8, apparently they are sold online for 5 for $10
Just Cavalli Eau de Toilette Spray
Just now. Just free. Just lust. Just Cavalli. Just Cavalli for her is a sexy and provocative new fragrance by Roberto Cavalli. This creamy, sexy floral opens with a dazzling top note of Neroli, an essential oil produced from blossoms of the bitter orange tree. The fragrance is followed by a magnetic heart note of the precious Tahitian Tiare flower and grounded by a creamy palissander wood accord that adds power and nobility. Fresh, intense and alluring, Just Cavalli is the scent of youth and seduction. I really like the scent and the bottle is so darn cute!
$6.60 for 5 ml, Full size is $66 for 50 ml
Final Thoughts
The LOULOU Edition Luxe Box contained 10 products, 3 full size, AND a 4 month subscription to LOULOU Magazine! The retail value of all the products is over $90, which doesn't include the magazine price! I paid $24 for my regular Luxe Box subscription ($96 yearly subscription) plus a $5 upgrade fee to get the LOULOU box. so a total of $29, I think I got a pretty sweet deal!
~Love and Louboutin
XOXO
Luxe Box is about $26, 4 times a year instead of every month.
So Here is the Box.
Other than the colour I really liked it, it went on smooth and was really fresh feeling.
- This all-in-one triple stream formula combines a daily anti-aging moisturizer, SPF 15 sunscreen and sheer tint for younger-looking skin.
- Instant skin perfecting coverage + correction to fight 7 signs of aging + UV protection
- Total Effects fights 7 signs of aging: Fine lines and wrinkles: Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Uneven Tone: Balances and helps even out tone. Age Spots: Reduces appearance of age spots. Gentle Exfoliation: Improves surface cell turnover. Dryness: Provides nourishing moisturization. Moisture Barrier: Strengthens skin's natural defense against moisture loss. Luminosity: Recaptures youthful luminosity
Cake, Heavy Cream Intensive Hand Repair Balm, This smells really good, I like the feel.
This supremely hydrating formula renews and protects
hands for immediate and long lasting results. Made with 20% shea butter,
this warm french vanilla scent melts into skin.
Full Size 100ml for $22
Full Size 100ml for $22
Purity Made Simple 3-in-1 cleanser for face and eyes
Our award-winning daily facial skin cleanser is formulated
to gently cleanse, tone and melt away all face and eye makeup in one
simple step, while lightly hydrating the skin.
features & benefits
- deep cleans pores and eliminates makeup build-up
- natural oil extracts help condition skin
- fragrance-free formula
1 oz is worth about $3.30 as 3 oz is for sale for $10
ELIXIR ULTIME THE IMPERIALVersatile nourishing oil for color-treated hair
$25 for 50ml, this is a very little sample (3 ml) but I think I can get a few uses out of it
Trial Size of Clinique High Impact Mascara- I really like Clinique mascara and I can' wait to use this.
"Get instant drama! Pump up the volume and length of each lash for a look that's lusher, plusher, and bolder. Dress your lashes in pure, deep color—wear it once and you'll feel naked without it."
Just a sample size $19 for a full size.
Re-create chic looks fresh from the runway without picking up a brush. Pre-cured UV appliqués mimic the feel of a handcrafted nail art and last up to 10 days.
I Love nail stuff..... But I HATE this Colour!!!!
Full size- One set, $10.25
The first replenishing & soothing spa sleeping mask. A new ultra-sensorial texture that reproduces the soothing freshness and softness of a spa treatment. This light gel-cream envelops skin with velvety softness and is non-greasy and non-sticky.
I've never tried a sleeping mask before, I'm not sure how this will work haha!
This is a 7mL ($38 / 75mL)
Vichy - Liftactiv Serum 10 Eyes & Lashes
Liftactiv Serum 10 Eyes and Lashes is a unique formula perfect
for treating eye contours concerns and lashes concerns. With just use,
the eye contours are illuminated and more radiant. With continued use,
wrinkles are lessened and eyelashes appear thicker, shinier, and more
fortified! I love Vichy, I can't wait to try this
0.1 fl. oz, $4.50 - sample Full size, 1 oz is $45
Stay cool in the summer heat by keeping your hair away from your face without the creases.
These are Knotties Hair elastics, they are the newest thing in hair care, I really don't like them but hey the 90's are back!
4 ties, $8, apparently they are sold online for 5 for $10
Just Cavalli Eau de Toilette Spray
Just now. Just free. Just lust. Just Cavalli. Just Cavalli for her is a sexy and provocative new fragrance by Roberto Cavalli. This creamy, sexy floral opens with a dazzling top note of Neroli, an essential oil produced from blossoms of the bitter orange tree. The fragrance is followed by a magnetic heart note of the precious Tahitian Tiare flower and grounded by a creamy palissander wood accord that adds power and nobility. Fresh, intense and alluring, Just Cavalli is the scent of youth and seduction. I really like the scent and the bottle is so darn cute!
$6.60 for 5 ml, Full size is $66 for 50 ml
Final Thoughts
The LOULOU Edition Luxe Box contained 10 products, 3 full size, AND a 4 month subscription to LOULOU Magazine! The retail value of all the products is over $90, which doesn't include the magazine price! I paid $24 for my regular Luxe Box subscription ($96 yearly subscription) plus a $5 upgrade fee to get the LOULOU box. so a total of $29, I think I got a pretty sweet deal!
~Love and Louboutin
XOXO
Friday 12 July 2013
Luxe Box Summer 2013- Regular
So as some of you know, I loved the Lou Lou Limited Edition Luxe Box (See Post Here) so much but was worried that I would miss out from the regular box.
It just looked so good, and with a value of $82, who can go wrong?So I bought both, and Boy am I glad I did!!
This box was a complete surprise, and I couldn't wait for it to come. It is kind of annoying that all the beauty bloggers (Hello what about Polish, Shoes, &Booze!)were sent their boxes first so that they could "get the word out there about how great Luxe box is" - or so said the FB page when they were called on it. I received my shipping notice on July 2nd and my box came on the 10th.
Oh well, what can you do. Its the damn Canada Post!
So lets start this off!!
Looks Awesome Right!?! Lets have a closer look!!
So I got a bottle of Olay Total Effects 7 CC (Colour+Correction), You have heard of BB cream well this is CC Cream! This is currently not available for purchase in Canada yet!!
We have a samle of Euphoria by Calvin Klein. According to the Beauty Gods- Sephora who else! Euphoria is about sexiness, fantasy, and being captivating. Sexy and sensual, euphoria speaks to the woman who has the urge to break free from everyday life - to provocatively be part of an exciting world filled with pleasure, surprise, and temptation. Her fragrance is a contrast between exotic fruits and seductive florals, for a rich, creamy, seductive signature. It has a 4.6 out of 5 rating
On the Luxe Box FB page here some have been complaining about the fragrance, apparently they don`t like it and say its stinky. I like it, its light, and sexy. Which to be honest is hard to do in a fragrance.
0.5oz is worth $28 (Sephora sells 1oz for $56)
We now have this really cute Loose Button Powder brush, Its super soft and seems really sturdy.
I would guess that it is about $15
Next we have Giorgio Armani- Acqua Di Gioia
and according to Sephora
Off the coast of Italy, the island of Pantelleria is a place where the deep blue-green Mediterranean Sea meets the sun and earth, creating a sense of happiness, serenity, and optimism. This fresh, aquatic fragrance, whose name means, "water of joy," captures the simple happiness one can experience at this extraordinary destination. The fragrance's top notes rise like a soft sea breeze, bringing forward a sensual blend of cool mint, warm brown sugar, and the zest of Italian lemon. Next, the heart notes emerge with beautiful floral hints of jasmine, dew of peony, and traces of pink pepper. The base lingers on a uniquely Mediterranean trail of cedar wood and the complex, herbaceous accords of labdanum.
This smells divine, and it lingers all day. A little goes a long way, it`s watery, airy and fresh. I quite like it.
0.17oz is worth $10 (Sephora sells 0.34oz in roller-ball form for $20)
This is L'Occitane, Rose 4 Reines' Velvet Hand Cream, I love roses, I love the scent, I love the look, I love the colours, I love everything about them. This smell's amazing!! Nordstrom Says:
This cream, enriched in shea butter and vitamin E, repairs, nourishes and protects hands from daily aggressions. The hands are moisturized and delicately perfumed with the fresh and slightly fruity fragrance of the Grasse rose, the Bulgarian rose, the Moroccan rose and the Turkish rose.
It retails for $13.05 for 1 oz so 0.3 oz is worth ~$4
Next we have Joico K-PAK Revitaluxe Restorative Treatment. It is a hair treatment that I had to look up more about.
It retails for $15 for 50ml
$21 for 0.2oz - It sells at Sephora for $32 for 0.33oz
Last but not least we have Lancome Genifique Youth Activating Concentrate. According to the gospel according to Sephora:
Inspired by cutting-edge science, Lancôme introduces Advanced Génifique—a serum so powerful it creates more radiant and smoother skin that you can see and feel. This innovative formula featuring Génifique’s powerful complex with added biotechnology-derived ingredient is incredible to the touch, and acts on 10 key signs of youth including texture, resiliency, elasticity, firmness, sagginess, fine lines, wrinkles, radiance, clarity, and skintone. Complete with an exclusive self-loading dropper that gives you the perfect dose of serum for each application, skin will feel refreshed, renewed, and healthy.
(It is worth $25.65 for 0.27oz, 1 oz sells for $95)
So Everything is either not available in Canada or available from high end stores (Sephora and Nordstrom) and Salons.
So that is a grand total of ~$140!!! Worth the $26 investment? I Think so!!!!!
I am very very happy with this box and will use everything!
~Love and Louboutin
XOXO
It just looked so good, and with a value of $82, who can go wrong?So I bought both, and Boy am I glad I did!!
This box was a complete surprise, and I couldn't wait for it to come. It is kind of annoying that all the beauty bloggers (Hello what about Polish, Shoes, &Booze!)were sent their boxes first so that they could "get the word out there about how great Luxe box is" - or so said the FB page when they were called on it. I received my shipping notice on July 2nd and my box came on the 10th.
Oh well, what can you do. Its the damn Canada Post!
So lets start this off!!
So I got a bottle of Olay Total Effects 7 CC (Colour+Correction), You have heard of BB cream well this is CC Cream! This is currently not available for purchase in Canada yet!!
- This all-in-one triple stream formula combines a daily anti-aging moisturizer, SPF 15 sunscreen and sheer tint for younger-looking skin.
- Instant skin perfecting coverage + correction to fight 7 signs of aging + UV protection
- Total Effects fights 7 signs of aging: Fine lines and wrinkles: Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Uneven Tone: Balances and helps even out tone. Age Spots: Reduces appearance of age spots. Gentle Exfoliation: Improves surface cell turnover. Dryness: Provides nourishing moisturization. Moisture Barrier: Strengthens skin's natural defense against moisture loss. Luminosity: Recaptures youthful luminosity
We have a samle of Euphoria by Calvin Klein. According to the Beauty Gods- Sephora who else! Euphoria is about sexiness, fantasy, and being captivating. Sexy and sensual, euphoria speaks to the woman who has the urge to break free from everyday life - to provocatively be part of an exciting world filled with pleasure, surprise, and temptation. Her fragrance is a contrast between exotic fruits and seductive florals, for a rich, creamy, seductive signature. It has a 4.6 out of 5 rating
On the Luxe Box FB page here some have been complaining about the fragrance, apparently they don`t like it and say its stinky. I like it, its light, and sexy. Which to be honest is hard to do in a fragrance.
0.5oz is worth $28 (Sephora sells 1oz for $56)
I would guess that it is about $15
Next we have Giorgio Armani- Acqua Di Gioia
and according to Sephora
Off the coast of Italy, the island of Pantelleria is a place where the deep blue-green Mediterranean Sea meets the sun and earth, creating a sense of happiness, serenity, and optimism. This fresh, aquatic fragrance, whose name means, "water of joy," captures the simple happiness one can experience at this extraordinary destination. The fragrance's top notes rise like a soft sea breeze, bringing forward a sensual blend of cool mint, warm brown sugar, and the zest of Italian lemon. Next, the heart notes emerge with beautiful floral hints of jasmine, dew of peony, and traces of pink pepper. The base lingers on a uniquely Mediterranean trail of cedar wood and the complex, herbaceous accords of labdanum.
This smells divine, and it lingers all day. A little goes a long way, it`s watery, airy and fresh. I quite like it.
0.17oz is worth $10 (Sephora sells 0.34oz in roller-ball form for $20)
This is L'Occitane, Rose 4 Reines' Velvet Hand Cream, I love roses, I love the scent, I love the look, I love the colours, I love everything about them. This smell's amazing!! Nordstrom Says:
This cream, enriched in shea butter and vitamin E, repairs, nourishes and protects hands from daily aggressions. The hands are moisturized and delicately perfumed with the fresh and slightly fruity fragrance of the Grasse rose, the Bulgarian rose, the Moroccan rose and the Turkish rose.
It retails for $13.05 for 1 oz so 0.3 oz is worth ~$4
- Indulge in the ultimate luxury treatment for dry, damaged hair from the leader in hair repair. Actively repairs, restores, protects, and hydrates hair, correcting years’ worth of damage while preventing future damage. With each application, hair instantly becomes stronger, softer, more moisturized, with improved elasticity. Blend of bio mimetic peptides, keratin amino acids, jojoba oil, and aloe extract.
- A luxurious restorative treatment that corrects years of damage while protecting against future damage.
- Keratin Peptide Complex delivers over 2x more resistance to breakage while protecting against color fade by 94%.
- Your hair will become dramatically stronger, softer, shinier and more moisturized with each application.
It retails for $15 for 50ml
I now have 4 0.05 oz Smashbox, Photo Finish Hydrating Under Eye Primer. Now I have a HUGE issues with under eye bags, I have thin skin so no matter what I do I always have purple under them. Lets read what it does(Yaay Sephora)!
What it is:
An innovative primer dedicated to the delicate skin under eyes.
What it does:
This breakthrough, ultrahydrating formula primes the undereye area while reducing the look of fine lines, puffiness, wrinkles, age spots, and dark circles. Smooth under eyes before makeup application or wear alone for instant brightening. Its soothing qualities improve skin texture and tone, and unlike moisturizer, this silky primer prevents concealer from slipping off and settling into fine lines.
What else you need to know:
This product is infused with antiaging, good-for-your-eyes ingredients such as caffeine, peptides, and optical diffusers.
Research results:
This primer immediately provides the following key benefits:
-69 % increase in hydration
-56 % improvement in clarity
-46 % improvement in radiance
Key benefits shown in 8 weeks:
-37 % decrease in appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
-28 % reduction of dark circles
-21 % decrease of puffiness
An innovative primer dedicated to the delicate skin under eyes.
What it does:
This breakthrough, ultrahydrating formula primes the undereye area while reducing the look of fine lines, puffiness, wrinkles, age spots, and dark circles. Smooth under eyes before makeup application or wear alone for instant brightening. Its soothing qualities improve skin texture and tone, and unlike moisturizer, this silky primer prevents concealer from slipping off and settling into fine lines.
What else you need to know:
This product is infused with antiaging, good-for-your-eyes ingredients such as caffeine, peptides, and optical diffusers.
Research results:
This primer immediately provides the following key benefits:
-69 % increase in hydration
-56 % improvement in clarity
-46 % improvement in radiance
Key benefits shown in 8 weeks:
-37 % decrease in appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
-28 % reduction of dark circles
-21 % decrease of puffiness
$21 for 0.2oz - It sells at Sephora for $32 for 0.33oz
Last but not least we have Lancome Genifique Youth Activating Concentrate. According to the gospel according to Sephora:
Inspired by cutting-edge science, Lancôme introduces Advanced Génifique—a serum so powerful it creates more radiant and smoother skin that you can see and feel. This innovative formula featuring Génifique’s powerful complex with added biotechnology-derived ingredient is incredible to the touch, and acts on 10 key signs of youth including texture, resiliency, elasticity, firmness, sagginess, fine lines, wrinkles, radiance, clarity, and skintone. Complete with an exclusive self-loading dropper that gives you the perfect dose of serum for each application, skin will feel refreshed, renewed, and healthy.
(It is worth $25.65 for 0.27oz, 1 oz sells for $95)
So Everything is either not available in Canada or available from high end stores (Sephora and Nordstrom) and Salons.
So that is a grand total of ~$140!!! Worth the $26 investment? I Think so!!!!!
I am very very happy with this box and will use everything!
~Love and Louboutin
XOXO
Sunday 7 July 2013
The Perfect Red
So after many polishes I have found that each red I use leaves something to be desired. Isn't quite right and leaves me wanting more. Then I found this Photo, and I knew that my quest at some point must end, the red on her hand looks fantastic!!
In my search I found
China Glaze RP has a ton more glitter and a lot more coverage, it also goes on smoother. Finger Paints RR just doesn't have the same glitter and the same look. They are pretty well dupes of each other and that doesn't warrant having both but RP is the clear winner!! (I love the colour and may try it with a matte top coat in the future and see what it looks like.
After hearing so much buzz online about OPI's INRAW that I was reluctant to try it, one red that looks good on everyone? Really? How is that possible. I have heard of everyone from Mothers, Sisters, and Grandmothers wearing this colour so I finally gave in. What would you know? I really like the colour. The application was easy and smooth, and it smoothed itself over nicely and even in the
first coat had wonderful pigmentation.
It is a deep red with microshimmers in it which give it so much dimension that the polish almost glows on your hand!
I think that I have almost found the perfect red, I would like a red that is the same colour as RP's but without the glitter.
Let me know what you think and what your Go-To red is~
~Love and Louboutin
XOXO
In my search I found
China Glaze- Ruby Pumps
Finger Paints- Romanticism Ruby
OPI- I'm Not Really A Waitress
Now I story of why I have both RP and RR. In my young and stupid days I bought the Finger Paints one first since it was cheaper. The first time I used it I knew there was a reason it was cheaper, I have 2 colours from Finger Paints and I dislike both of them, they go on really light and need tons of coats and still the colour doesn't ever look right.
It is a deep red with microshimmers in it which give it so much dimension that the polish almost glows on your hand!
I think that I have almost found the perfect red, I would like a red that is the same colour as RP's but without the glitter.
Let me know what you think and what your Go-To red is~
~Love and Louboutin
XOXO
The Perfect Tiffany's Blue
About a month ago I started Loving Tiffany's Blue....
And I mean Really Loving it!! I just had to have that iconic colour in a nail polish! So after scouring the interwebs for a good dupe. I already had OPI's Get In Lime (1), and I heard that China Glaze's For Audrey (2) (Named after the always fabulous Audrey Hepburn for Breakfast at Tiffany's!) was a great candidate for the title of Tiffany Dupe.
So after going to Sally's (3 hr's away) and looking at For Audrey, I was convinced that they were the same..... I went home empty handed, then decided against it and got my WONDERFUL, FANTASTIC Polish Pusher (AKA my Little Sis!) to pick them up for me and bring them down to me next time I saw her. So she did and now I have both, and now I can say that they are not the same, GIL is much more Green than FA
I really like "For Audrey" as a Tiffany Dupe, "Get in Lime" with Rainbow Connection (Blog Post to be added later) It reminds me of Birthday Cake!
I love For Audrey, and I find that its really funny that before I tried GIL with RC I didn't like it that much. In fact I almost got rid of it in the great polish purge of 2009. But for some reason I didn't and as such am internally happy that I didn't.
~Love and Louboutin
XOXO
So after going to Sally's (3 hr's away) and looking at For Audrey, I was convinced that they were the same..... I went home empty handed, then decided against it and got my WONDERFUL, FANTASTIC Polish Pusher (AKA my Little Sis!) to pick them up for me and bring them down to me next time I saw her. So she did and now I have both, and now I can say that they are not the same, GIL is much more Green than FA
I really like "For Audrey" as a Tiffany Dupe, "Get in Lime" with Rainbow Connection (Blog Post to be added later) It reminds me of Birthday Cake!
I love For Audrey, and I find that its really funny that before I tried GIL with RC I didn't like it that much. In fact I almost got rid of it in the great polish purge of 2009. But for some reason I didn't and as such am internally happy that I didn't.
~Love and Louboutin
XOXO
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