Beauty Bar Sample Society April 2012

Hi everyone! Today I received my April 2012 Beauty Bar Sample Society Box. This is the second box EVER. Last month was all skincare samples and this month is...all skincare samples. I would really like to see some cosmetics in here! I know they sell them on their site, so they are definitely holding out on us.  I will stay with them for four more months. If they don't add in any cosmetics, then I'm going to have to drop them.

First up, we have Boscia cleanser

Then, we have Murad Skin Perfecting Primer. This appears to be an acne fighting product, which is not something that I need.

Then we have Oscar Blandi hair serum. If I'm excited about any of these samples, it's this one. I like the brand and would be happy to try the serum.

Next, we have Terry night cream. I apologize that it's sideways. Apparently, my camera decided to do some crack right before this picture and Blogger won't let me rotate it!

Lastly, we have DDF amplifying serum. It appears that this is an anti-aging product. I do appreciate that they included an anti-acne and an anti-aging product in the same box. It's a good way to reach lots of age groups.

Overall, I'm disappointed with this month's box. There really isn't anything I'm thrilled about and I really wish some makeup was involved here!

Thanks for reading and have a beautiful day!

Beauty Army April 2012

I love this time of the month! Lots of fun mail comes for me. :) Here's what the mailman brought today: the April 2012 Beauty Army Box!

This month I decided to pick my own samples. Last month I had Beauty Army pick them because there wasn't anything I was super excited about. This month, the selection was a lot better and I'm excited about all 6 of my selections!

First we have Babor cleanser. At first glance, it appears I'm supposed to mix a little of each tube together.

Next, we have pur-lisse lip comfort. I received this same thing in last month's MyGlam Bag. I liked it so much that I intentionally put it in the Beauty Army box so I can have two! Basically, it's a very fancy chapstick. :)

Then I got the MyMix foundation. Even though the color is fair, it's still a little dark for me. Hopefully I'll get some sun this summer! I rubbed a little into my hand and I wasn't super impressed with it. Then again, I use Make Up Forever Foundation which is pretty much the best ever! (IMO...)

Then there's a Purely Cosmetics translucent powder. I picked this because the jar is tiny so it'll be perfect to throw in my purse and have on hand for quick touch ups.

Then I got a crystal nail file. I've become obsessed with painting my nails lately, so you can never have too many good nail files!

Lastly, some Skin FX primer. I've always wanted to try this brand but it's a little pricey without giving it a test drive first!

Thanks for reading! If you want to see some of these samples in live-action (which would also give you a better idea of how big they are), check out my YouTube Channel at www.youtube.com/annemarielsmith

Thanks and have a great day!

New Beauty Test Tube April 2012

THE MAILMAN CAME!!!

Today, I received the April-June 2012 New Beauty Test Tube. I LOVE this subscription service and wish it was more frequent than quarterly! Oh well! It gives me something to really look forward to.
This quarter's box is awesome and I can't wait for you to see...so without further ado, here we go!

First up, Mally Evercolor Shadow Stick. I'm happy with the color I received. Golden tones are flattering on me. The other colors in boxes were silver or copper.

Next, Neostrate Skin Active exfoliating wash. I've never heard of this company before, but isn't that the whole point of these boxes? :)

Moroccanoil frizz control spray. This is a duplicate from the December 2011 box. It's sad that they duplicated so soon! However, this is a spray that I have really liked so if there's going to be a duplicate, at least it's something I really use! You just spritz this onto your hair after styling and it gives it a nice healthy shine.

Olay regenerist wrinkle complex. I love the Olay brand so I'm always excited to try something from them.

ybf Eye Liner. I've never heard of this brand, but at first swatch, the eyeliner is creamy and highly pigmented. Only time will tell if it's long wearing. The shade I received was purple.

Memoire Liquide Fragrance and Body Cream. This stuff smells delicious!!! It smells like birthday cake. Yummy!

Skinceuticals Serum and Moisturizer.

Perlier & Elariia Body Cream. The one I got is chocolate vanilla scent. Smells great!!!

And lastly, Dr. Brandt bb cream.

I am very excited to try all the products I received this quarter! Thanks for reading and have a beautiful day! 

Nail of the Day!

Here's the mani for today: It started with Orly Luxe and then some Faux-Nad polka dots with Sally Hansen Bubblegum Pink. I've come to discover that most nail polishes can be used for stamping, you just have to figure out which combos they'll show up on.

Hope you like it!

Swatches!

Hello! Here are two swatches for you today. I broke my ring finger nail--you can see it in the Cactus swatch. :( Then, later in the day, I broke my thumbnail!!! Do you ever have a day when it seems like all your nails are breaking?

Here is Sally Hansen Heart to Heart. It reminds me of Julep January, so if you're looking for a creamy orange red, but don't want to pay high-end prices, this would be a good choice for you.

Next, I have LA Colors Cactus. This is one of my favorite polish colors I own and it only cost $2!!! Now that is a deal! It's a beautiful green with lots of gold in it.

Thanks for reading and have a beautiful day!

Sally Hansen Black Platinum Swatch

A friend of mine gave this baby to me as a gift and I love it! This is my favorite black I've ever tried. It has some great silver reflections and it's just gorgeous!

Nail of the Day: Fun French

Here's today's mani: I started with the base of Sally Hansen Calypso Blue and did the tips in Sally Hansen Plum Power. I hope you like it!