play! by sephora | november unboxing

 

It’s here, myPlay! by Sephora subscription box has finally arrived. This little guy has been highly anticipated, and not simply because it’s the 3rd installation of Sephora’s new monthly subscription service. For the past 2 weeks I have eagerly tracked the progress of my little bundle of beautifying products as it traveled cross country, all the way from New Jersey to Texas. After a week or of waiting in some cold delivery center en route, I almost thought it wasn’t going to make it, but here it is!

But enough suspense, let’s get to the good stuff. This month’s box includes 5 deluxe samples of items that are sold exclusively at Sephora.

1. SEPHORA COLLECTION | Contour Eye Pencil 12hr Wear Waterproof | $10.00

   An electric blue waterproof eyeliner that goes on smooth and stays all day. I was really pleased with the color and performance of this liner, which I applied to the lower lash line for a bold pop of color.
2. BUXOM | Full-On™ Lip Cream | $19.00

   I was really excited to try this creamy, mauve lip gloss. Buxom glosses are known to have a plumping effect and no-shimmer finish. I’m not a big gloss girl, but I thoroughly enjoyed the tingling sensation and vanilla aroma that accompanied application.
3. MAKE UP FOR EVER | Step 1 Skin Equalizer | $36.00

   I can’t wait to add this guy to my beauty routine, for a dose of added hydration while I prime. One of the pros of sample sizes: they’re great for travel. I’ll be sure to take this with me on my trip to New York this New Year’s.
4. BITE BEAUTY | High Pigment Pencil | $24.00

   I was excited to see if this little lip pencil would live up to all of the hype surrounding the brand. I love a matte lip pencil, and this was no exception, although I’m not certain yet if I adore this any more than my trusted Revlon Matte Lip Balms. I did especially enjoy this plum rose shade.
5. JOSIE MARAN | 100 percent Pure Argan Oil Light | $48.00

   I’m looking forward to exploring all of the ways that this oil can be used. I was pleased to see such a generous portion, as well. At first test, this formula appeared super light weight and hydrating.

From left to right: Buxom Lip Cream in Dolly, Bite Beauty Pencil in Rhubarb, and Sephora Collection Eyeliner in My Boyfriend’s Jeans

In addition to all of the items above, I also received an itty bitty sample of Stella McCarney’s signature scent. Overall, I was really pleased with the items in this box. For $10 a month, this is a really nice way to try out some items that I would have otherwise looked over for my trusted faves. I love that this box included two lip products, I can never have enough!

So, what do you guys think about this month’s box? Any products that you are in love with? Any products you could do without?

-grace

xoxo