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Tuesday, May 26, 2020

Sweet Lavender Morning Body Scrubs & Body Butters

I am super excited today Beauty Bag Dolls to be sharing a very special review of a new brand to me and maybe to all of you  that I have fallen head over heals in love with. The Sweet Lavender Morning brand is a brand the makes body scrubs and body butters so well that I am beyond blown away! These are the best smelling first off and hydrating of course body scrubs and butters I have ever tried! I received four scents which are Macintosh Apple, Watermelon, Aloha Pineapple and Wild Poppy and Peaches. I received both the body scrub and body butter in the same scents and I cannot get enough. The Sweet Lavender Morning brand is my go to must have for body scrubs and butters. Please read on to learn more.
My beauty bag must haves for body care comes from Sweet Lavender Morning! Try their body scrubs and butters and you will know why I love them!

First off when the package arrived I could hardly wait to open it up and slather on some body butter and the first one I tried was the Macintosh Apple which smells like a slice Macintosh apple. I used the body butter immediately on my hands and arms and my skin drank it in immediately. The body butter sinks right in and deeply hydrates and moisturizes my skin. I must note was not left feeling sticky or oily just hydrated and soft. This by far is the best body butter around and I must note that The Sweet Lavender Morning really gets the scent just right and it is not overwhelming by any means, and do note an unscented is available as well as so many other scents. Link to the matching body scrub scent is here. I must say this is a very luxurious body butter that is thick and rich but sinks right into the skin leaving you velvety soft. This is a 5 $$$$$ and gets EXTRA LOVE FROM ANNA and along with the other three scents are staples in my beauty bag. Up next The Sweet Lavender Morning Body Scrub.

The Sweet Lavender Morning Body Scrub is so good the only issue you will have is choosing which scent to open first I went with Aloha Pineapple and I have zero regrets! This scent smells like a tropical vacation but I get to have one each night that I choose to use a body scrub. I love a body scrub and The Sweet Lavender Morning is a full experience of sensory and luxury. You can smell good and feel good when using Aloha Pineapple because it goes to work with the sugar at exfoliating all the unwanted (this gets gross now) dead skin cells. I love using this all over and I focus on the knees and elbows just because they tend to be a little more dry. I love to use this each morning because after I get out of the shower I am left so soft and silky I don't need body butter and to be honest I love a good body butter each night so this works out perfectly. I love The Sweet Lavender Morning Body Scrub and its without a doubt a 5 $$$$$ product which gets EXTRA LOVE FROM ANNA! 

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NOTE: I RECEIVED  the Sweet Lavender Body Scrubs & Body Butters mentioned above as a  FREE PRODUCT SAMPLE TO TEST AND REVIEW

Thursday, May 14, 2020

Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Powder

Beauty Bag Dolls I have a brand new review for you today to kick off the unofficial start to summer and it is a little bit of a different way for me to post a review. I recently received a complimentary vox box from Influenster. I have been apart of Influenster for several years now and every once in a while I am selected to receive a absolutely free vox box like the Urban Decay All Nigter Waterproof Setting Powder. You to can join here and receive skincare, makeup, hair care and much more. Just sign up on their website Influenster.com Now this review of the latest voxbox I recieved is the Urban Decay All Nigter Setting Powder.  I left my honest reviews on this amazing setting powder of  on Ulta.com,  Sephora.com and Influenster.com (as well as my Instagram post)So I will be leaving those identical  review(s) that I wrote with all my heart and honestly of course for you here on my blog exactly the way they appeared on those websites.
The Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Powder is what I am reaching for everyday this spring to set my makeup and will continue to do so this summer!  I have linked the Influenster website throughout this review for you to sign up and you can also sign up right here. 

I love setting powder but finding a great one is now done since my Influenster voxbox arrived. The Urban Decay All Nighter Waterproof Setting Powder is amazing. This is an up to 11 hours wear setting powder that has for me personally delivered 15 hour wear. It is waterproof and helps to really set my makeup on hot days and rainy days. Truly feels weightless and blurs pores.

This is a 5 $$$$$ and beauty bag must haves that get EXTRA LOVE FROM ANNA! Read on to learn more about Influenster and how to receive your own free makeup!

I know I teased in the beginning of this review how I got this product for a company called Influenster to try the Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Powder for free in exchange for my honest review. I signed a long time ago and from time to time you may get chosen to try out products in exchange for honest reviews and I was lucky enough to be chosen for the Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Powder VoxBox. I have had a few of these voxboxes over the years and it really awesome. You sign up answer questions and then wait and see if your matched to any of the Influenster current campaigns. I have linked the Influenster website throughout this review for you to sign up and you can also sign up right here. It's free and easy to join!

Note: I received the Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Powder VoxBox complimentary for testing purposes from Influenster.

Wednesday, May 6, 2020

The Naked Beauty Box Subscription- May 2020

I am so happy to have May arrive because that means another amazing beauty box arrives from The Naked Beauty Box Subscription and it is filled with 5 full size products for me to try out and fall in love with. This month was another awesome one and if you want to save 10% on your first subscription box from The Naked Beauty Box than just use the coupon code: Anna10 at check out. Now as far as the May 2020 The Naked Beauty Box I am so impressed and in love with everything. This is all about self care and now more than ever we all need more self care. So please read on to learn more about the amazing products included in this subscription box. At the end I will include purchasing details as well.
The Naked Beauty Box Subscription for May 2020 is packed with my beauty bag must haves get yours now and use Coupon Code: Anna10 at checkout to save 10%

First up is the Pliaten Pore Strips, these are an absolute must have for me since I have combination more oily prone skin and this strip is used to remove oil from your face. I used this on my forehead and it did the  trick at just helping remove and absorb the extra oil on my forehead and it looked so much less shiny. This is a product I will repurchase and I also used one on my nose and WOW say bye bye to black heads. Up next is the Collagen Crystal Neck Mask. Now I have used a neck mask in the past and they are a rare kind however this one is by far superior to the others on the market and is one I will repurchase. It fits and sit nicly on the neck without slipping in fact they say you can wear it over night I did not do so with the one included in my The Naked Beauty Box however I will try it out when I order more. If you want to save 10% on your first subscription box from The Naked Beauty Box than just use the coupon code: Anna10 at check out.

The third goodie packed into The Naked Beauty Box is the Yourlixir Spirulina which can be ingested or used topically as a mask. When I hear the word mask I am excited if you have been reading my blog you know I use a mask daily and this is like a DIY mask where you follow the instruction on the packing and let me tell you after using this mask I have to say my skin never looked brighter. I love it so much. It was brighter than ever and I will be using this one twice a week. I have already repurchased this to have one to use on my face and one to use internally. The fourth product included is the Soon Skin Lip Masks in Strawberry and Watermelon. Now I have sensitive lips and hesitate with new things but I love the Soon mask that was included in the April Naked Beauty Box so I applied this and I was so happy. This helped with hydration and gently exfoliated. Made my lips plump and soft for lipstick application. I have already ordered these as well. The final product is the Urban Dollkiss Baviphat Face Masks, which are available in Pomegranate, green tea or avocado. I did not get Aloe however the three I did get are so nice that I went ahead and reordered and purchased the Aloe. I love a sheet mask in the AM to prep my skin for makeup and the day ahead so these are amazing!   Its truly a deal and if you use my coupon code: Anna10 you will save 10% off your first month

Overall The Naked Beauty Box Subscription- May 2020 is a beauty bag must have and gets 5 $$$$$ as well as EXTRA LOVE FROM ANNA! I will be repurchasing the products in The Naked Beauty Box . Trying out 5 products before you commit to paying full price for each one is so great! Remember to use Coupon Code: Anna10 to save 10% off your first box! Below I will give you information on different subscription options:
  • The Naked Beauty Bag- $15/monthly plus $2 shipping, you receive 2 full-sized products
  • The Naked Beauty Box
    • Monthly- $29.99 (includes shipping)
    • 3-month- $29( includes shipping)- pay $87 at check out, save $3 compared to monthly
    • 6-month -$28.50 (includes shipping)- pay $171 at check out, save $9 compared to monthly
    • 12-month- $28 (includes shipping) – pay $336 at check out, get your 12th box Free
Shop The Beauty Box to subscribe! Remember to use Coupon Code: Anna10 to save 10% off your first box!
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NOTE: I RECEIVED The Naked Beauty Box Subscription for May 2020  AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLE TO TEST AND REVIEW!

Monday, May 4, 2020

Smuka Microfiber Makeup Remover Pads

Beauty Bag Dolls I am so happy today to be bringing you an amazing product from a brand called Smuka. They have a 6 pack of their Microfiber Makeup Remover Pads and they are really good. These are a larger design and that is extremely helpful when removing a full face of makeup. I will have a full review below however I want to give you some background information about this wonderful brand Smuka. The Smuka Microfiber Makeup Remover Pads are all natural and organic. Their "colourful Makeup Remover Pads are made of high-quality microfiber cloth. Which means no dangerous chemical was used in production of these pads. The edge is made with organic cotton which does not deform easily, unlike other products edge sewed with thread."  The Smuka Microfiber Face Cleaning Cloth has "3 Layers Organic Cloth which allows the complete removal of makeup and dirt and absolutely not hurtful to the skin."
The Smuka Microfiber Makeup Remover Pads are beauty bag must haves! 

When these arrived at my home I immediately was so excited to use them and you use them with just warm water which is such a plus for me because harsh cleansers irritate  my sensitive acne prone skin so if there is any way I can avoid cleansers I do. These are the largest Makeup Remover Pads I have ever used and I love them. With just warm water and the Smuka Microfiber Makeup Remover Pad I got all of my makeup off quickly and effectively without tugging or pulling. My long wear foundation, water proof mascara, eyeliner, eye shadow, bronzer, blush, highlighter, lip liner and lipstick all came off with barely any effort. When I was done my skin was cleansed, soft and smooth. My skin was not red or irritated instead it was clean and glowing. I used both sides of one Smuka Microfiber Makeup Remover Pad and then just tossed it in the included mesh laundry bag. I used one new one every day then just washed in the washing machine with my favorite detergent no dryer or fabric softener I just laid them flat to dry and the next day they were ready to be used again and again! These are just so fabulous I can never be without my Smuka Microfiber Makeup Remover Pads. You can purchase them on Amazon.com and click on any of the links I included in my review you will not want to miss out on this BEAUTY BAG Must that gets a 5 $$$$$ and EXTRA LOVE FROM ANNA! 

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NOTE: I RECEIVED  the Green Estate Reusable Makeup Removal Pads  As a  FREE PRODUCT SAMPLE TO TEST AND REVIEW! 

Friday, April 3, 2020

The Naked Beauty Box Subscription- April 2020

Beauty Bag Dolls I have an amazing review today from an awesome subscription box called The Naked Beauty Box. Before I get into my review of the products included I want to give you the information from the founder of The Naked Beauty Box, Kayt and why she formed this awesome company. "The Naked Beauty Box is a new subscription box for skin and beauty care lovers. Each month our subscribers receive 5 full-sized skin and beauty care products from top and up-and-coming brands. The month leading up to the boxes being shipped, The Naked Beauty Box only advertises two of the five brands/ products that will be seen in that month’s box. Once boxes are shipped then The Naked Beauty Box posts its own un-boxing video for the community to see."  Each month you receive 5 full size products for only $29.99 with a minimum value of $75.00. Its truly a deal and if you use my coupon code: Anna10 you will save 10% off your first month. I will go over the subscription deals at the end of my April 2020 The Naked Beauty Box review. 
The Naked Beauty Box Subscription is a beauty bag must have! save 10% with coupon code: Anna10 

When I opened The Naked Beauty Box I first noticed the Revele Rose Granati & Sandlewood wipes and I was so happy to have had them because lately my makeup wipes are underperforming until now. The Revele Rose Granati & Sandlewood wipes are awesome. They removed all of my makeup each night with just one wipe and they never left my skin feeling tight or dry. I had clean hydrated skin These are awesome makeup wipes and I am happy that they were gentle on my face and never irritated my acne prone skin. Now the next product I noticed was the Water Life Mini Portable Face Steamer. If you want yours shop The Naked Beauty Box here and save 10% with coupon code: Anna10

 The Water Life Mini Portable Face Steamer became apart of my routine right after I charged it. Night two after receiving The Naked Beauty Box I incorporated this right after using the  Revele Rose Granati & Sandlewood wipes. After I cleansed I used my new min face steamer to open up my pres and in all honesty it helped my dry skin which was hitting me hard which is rare for me since my acne oily prone skin is only super dry on occasion and the Water Life Mini Portable Face Steamer really helped! Each night after I finished that I loved using the third product which is the One Percent Pozzolan Hydrating Serum which is really nice! I just put a few drops on and my skin drank it right in! Now I was so excited to try out the Soon Skin Biocellulose Face Mask. I did this on a day where I had extra time to spend on my skincare routine because this mask you apply to your clean dry skin for 15-20 minutes! The Soon Biocellulose Firming Face Mask has vitamins A, C, E and antioxidant-rich co-enzymeQ10 in it for firming and elasticity. This was really great mask my skin felt soft and hydrated! Finally the fifth product in The Naked Beauty Box was the No Cosmetics Awake Eye Cream. This was an eye cream you use each morning. This is a great cream! It is gentle around my eye area and truly helped with fine lines in about 5 uses! I saw improvement in my dark circles as well. If you want yours shop The Naked Beauty Box here and save 10% with coupon code: Anna10

Overall The Naked Beauty Box Subscription- April 2020 is a beauty bag must have and gets 5 $$$$$ as well as EXTRA LOVE FROM ANNA! I will be repurchasing the products in The Naked Beauty Box before I run out. Trying out 5 products before you commit to paying full price for each one is so great! Remember to use Coupon Code: Anna10 to save 10% off your first box! Below I will give you information on different subscription options:
  • The Naked Beauty Bag- $15/monthly plus $2 shipping, you receive 2 full-sized products
  • The Naked Beauty Box
    • Monthly- $29.99 (includes shipping)
    • 3-month- $29( includes shipping)- pay $87 at check out, save $3 compared to monthly
    • 6-month -$28.50 (includes shipping)- pay $171 at check out, save $9 compared to monthly
    • 12-month- $28 (includes shipping) – pay $336 at check out, get your 12th box Free

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NOTE: I RECEIVED The Naked Beauty Box Subscription for April 2020  AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLE TO TEST AND REVIEW!

 

Wednesday, March 25, 2020

It Cosmetics Super-Size Celebration Foundation QVC TSV March 30, 2020

It's my favorite day of the month Beauty Bag Dolls, IT Girls and IT Guys because It Cosmetics is bringing us the perfect Today's Special Value at QVC for one day only on March 30, 2020 (Pre-Sale happening now click any link it is live). It is the It Cosmetics Celebration Foundation Duo with Heavenly Luxe Flat Top Foundation Brush. This is a fabulous deal that is happening for one day only starting at midnight on March 30, 2020 and throughout the entire day but note that this QVC TSV will  sell out quickly. The price for 2 compacts of Celebration Foundation and the Heavenly Luxe Flat Top Foundation Brush is $49.14 plus $3.00 S&H. My jaw dropped when I found out the price and then I decided I would be purchasing a few more kits for myself and as gifts for the IT lovers  in my life. Shop Item Number A3719944 to purchase on March 30, 2020 (presale happening now click any link its live).
This QVC TSV from It Cosmetics is without a doubt my absolute must have and favorite powder foundation from the brand so To purchase shop Item Number: A371994 before it sells out!

 I love this kit and will be stocking up! It Cosmetics Celebration Foundation  which has not left my side since trying it out. I switch between liquid and powder foundations all the time it just always depends on the coverage and time that I have that morning when I am getting ready. When I read that  It Cosmetics Celebration Foundation was full coverage like the I was thrilled, it saves me a step when applying my makeup because I skip concealer if my skin is being good that day so why not?! This foundation is describe as a  "full-coverage powder foundation," that is "rich in peptides, hydrolyzed collagen, hyaluronic acid, and grape seed oil, this foundation is highly pigmented, delivering full coverage in 30 seconds!" Pair it with the included Heavenly Luxe Flat Top Buffing Foundation Brush allows you to achieve beautiful, undetectable full coverage! To purchase shop Item Number: A371994

This for me without a doubt, is a 5 $$$$$ beauty bag must have that receives EXTRA LOVE FROM ANNA! Shop Item Number A371994 to purchase before it sells out.

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NOTE: I RECEIVED IT Cosmetics QVC TSV above AS A FREE PRODUCT SAMPLE TO TEST AND REVIEW!

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Monday, March 16, 2020

Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Custom Finish Powder Foundation

I received the Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Custom Finish Powder Foundation  VoxBox complimentary for testing purposes from Influenster. 
To Sign up for Influenster and get your own voxbox for FREE click here or use any of the links below where the word Influenster is highlighted. 
Beauty Bag Dolls I have a brand new review for you today to kick off September and it is a little bit of a different way for me to post a review. I recently received a complimentary vox box from Influenster. I have been apart of Influenster for several years now and every once in a while I am selected to receive a absolutely free vox box like the Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Collection. You to can join here and receive skincare, makeup, hair care and much more. Just sign up on their website Influenster.com Now this review of the Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Custom Finish Powder Foundation.  I left my honest reviews on this amazing trio of products on Sephora.com and Influenster.com So I will be leaving those review that I wrote with all my heart and honestly of course for you here on my blog exactly the way they appeared on those two websites.

I am beyond impressed with the Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Custom Finish Powder Foundation. I had stepped away from powder foundations for a long time and now I am in love with this! It is truly medium coverage when you use it dry but if you wet the white side of the applicator included and apply it wet you will get full coverage. When I apply it wet I don't need concealer if I apply dry I do use a little concealer and my favorite is the Shiseido one I am a full review of the concealer I love here which also from Shiseido. I tested this out this foundation for over a week and I never got a breakout and in fact it helped control my oily skin by keeping me matte. The shade is a perfect match which shocked me and I wear my makeup for at least 15-18 hour days and this did not budge. Always looks natural and resisted creasing and cracking unlike other powder foundations. This one is my number one choice and I will be repurchasing it before I run out in about a month.

This is a 5 $$$$$ and beauty bag must haves that get EXTRA LOVE FROM ANNA! Read on to learn more about Influenster and how to receive your own free makeup!

I know I teased in the beginning of this review how I got this product for a company called Influenster to try the Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Custom Finish Powder Foundation for free in exchange for my honest review. I signed a long time ago and from time to time you may get chosen to try out products in exchange for honest reviews and I was lucky enough to be chosen for the Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Custom Finish Powder Foundation VoxBox. I have had a few of these voxboxes over the years and it really awesome. You sign up answer questions and then wait and see if your matched to any of the Influenster current campaigns. I have linked the Influenster website throughout this review for you to sign up and you can also sign up right here. It's free and easy to join!

To purchase the Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Collection shop Sephora.com  Sign up for free to join Influenster and see what free VoxBox may be waiting for you!

Note: I received the Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Custom Finish Powder Foundation   VoxBox complimentary for testing purposes from Influenster.