December 15, 2013

Sephora Samples!

Hi guys!! I'm here today to show you the sample kit I received with my order from black Friday. I got it using the code FIXIT. I'll end up showing you guys what I ordered after Christmas, since most of them were gifts. So here is the cute little bag:

 It comes with 12 Samples:
(one isnt pictured oops!)
1. Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat
2. Stila Convertible Color Dual Lip and Cheek Cream
3. Glam Glow Youthmud TingleExfoliate Treatment (5mL)
4. Gucci Guilty Black Eau de Toilette (2mL)
5. Lorac TANtalizer (5mL)
6. L'OCCITANE Milk Concentrate (6mL)
7. Bumble and bumble. Hairdresser's Invisible Oil (2mL)
8. CLEAN Skin Eau de Parfum (0.88mL)
9. Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer (1.5 mL)
10. drybar Cream Soda Smoothing Cream (5mL)
11. FAB Ultra Repair Cream (2mL)
12. Dolce & Gabbana Desire (1.5mL) (not pictured)

I'll probably do little reviews of each of these, of course they wouldn't be full reviews since I only have samples... But samples are to make you want to purchase the full size, right? ^^"
Have a lovely day!

December 14, 2013

Perfumes~

Hi lovely people!! So, just taking a break from finals studying... Lately, I have been wanting to purchase a new perfume since its been about a year since I last had one (DKNY Be Delicious). It was the smallest size and lasted for about a year and I spent 2013 using whatever I had left of Harajuku perfumes, Bath and Body Works, and the best kind: samples. As of now, I want to invest in one that will be like a 'signature scent'. I also want it to be long lasting. I'm thinking about trying some out with rollerballs to see how they wear and whatnot.

I'm normally drawn to fruity, bright scents, and I don't mind if they have a touch of floral. I don't really like anything warm like vanilla, since it makes me feel sick :c and nothing too mature, since I'm still a teenager!

I had a sample of Daisy by Marc Jacobs and I really liked it. It was long lasting and a little went a long way. I honestly have no problem purchasing that one but I wasn't sure if I wanted that one exactly since it was a bit strong.

Daisy Eau So Fresh is more of my cup of tea... It's nice, fruity, and light! However, it only comes in a large size and I'm not sure if I like it THAT much. I'd probably get tired of it. I'd stick to the purse sprays, even though they're not as good of a value. I'm really thinking about this one though. Tell me if any of you have tried it/ have it!!
Coach Poppy is another contender, but many of the reviews say it doesn't last long. It is a little sweeter than I'd like, but its still very pretty.
I have also been looking for Elizabeth Arden's Green Tea Tropical, since one of the top notes is lychee. If you didn't know, lychee basically smells like heaven. I also like green tea, so this sounds pretty perfect. However, some reviews say its too sweet, but I haven't ever gotten to smell this in person since I can't find it anywhere! Online only, but at prices that are too good to be true.
Here's the last one: Oh, Lola! by Marc Jacobs. I really like how this one is lighter than Lola. However, I don't think this one is up there on the favorites list. Probably won't purchase this one unless I hear some good things about it. It's an eau de parfum, so its more potent than an eau de toilette, so thats always good.

So these are my picks so far... Let me know if you guys know which ones are good or if you have any recommendations, because I'm extremely indecisive.