The theme of this month’s Sephora Play box is “Beauty Soul Mates.” And since I don’t have a whole lot to say for an introduction, we’re just going to get into it.
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Clinique Almost Lipstick in ‘Black Honey:‘* Ah, this is such a classic product. I’ve heard a lot of people not like these lipsticks from Clinique, but I am not one of them. I love them.
If you’re looking for an opaque lip color, this definitely isn’t it. This is a sheer, moisturizing lip product with a tint of color. If you love Revlon’s ‘Black Cherry’* but don’t want to deal with the upkeep of a vampy lip or want something more everyday, this is it!
Full size $19.50 ; Box value $11
KVD Beauty Lock-It Setting Powder:* It’s so obvious that KVD Vegan Beauty (aka Kindness, Vegan Beauty, Discover (and doing good) (aka Kat Von D Beauty) is trying to 1. get rid of everything branded specifically as Kat Von D Beauty and 2. get the public hyped about the brand again.
I could do a whole blog post on problematic brand owners, the consumer’s power within buying power, and when to stop boycotting a brand. But today I’m just going to say this powder is probably just fine.
It’s a loose setting powder with a weightless formula that will leave you shin-free. I’ve never used it, but probably will. We’ll see how it goes.
Full size $31 ; Box Value $2.30
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Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Moisturizer:* This hydrating cream is going to combat dryness, dullness, and uneven texture — plus it offers a youthful glow. Stand out ingredients are lotus root extract to fight signs of aging and Maca root extract to deliver moisture.
I’ve used the Lotus Youth Preserve exfoliating mask and really enjoy it. So I’m excited to try this out.
Full size $48 ; Box value $6.72
Philosophy Purity Made Simple Cleanser:* Nothing beats a good, simple cleanser. And this is one of my absolute favorites. Philosophy’s Purity is a gentle cleanser tones, hydrates, and cleanses the skin. It’s also one I like to use around the eyes as a makeup remover.
It’s also full of rosewood oil, to soothe and soften, and medowfoam seed oil, to lock in moisture.
Full size $24 ; Box value $3
Clinique Blackhead Solution 7 Day Deep Pore Cleanse & Scrub:* You guys know how I feel about physical exfoliators, but I have heard good things about this one. I even think I have used it way back when.
It’s an exfoliating cleanser that penetrates the skin to help clear pores.
Full size $24 ; Box value $2.88
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Verb Ghost Oil:* This was the bonus item in this month’s Sephora Play box, and I’m indifferent. On one hand, I don’t love receiving hair products in subscription boxes, because of all of my hair woes and situations. However, on the other hand, this has so many amazing reviews that I’m really tempted to give it a go.
Moringa seed oil is supposed to moisturize, detangle, and smooth. Bamboo extract is going to strenghten and retain hydration. And Argan oil enhances hair’s natural elasticity.
Full size $18 ; Box value $4.50
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Clinique Almost Lipstick*, KVD Beauty Setting Powder*, Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Moisturizer*, Philosophy Purity Cleanser*, Clinique Blackhead Solutions Cleanser*, Verb Ghost Oil*
Like last month, I’m pretty impressed with this box. I definitely will get use out of the Almost Lipstick from Clinique, the Fresh moisturizer, and the Philosophy cleanser. And I’m definitely down to try out the other products. What do you think about this month’s Sephora Play Box?
Total Box Value: $30.40
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