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See what’s in my Influenster Cosmo Voxbox 2012

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Hey!  I told you that I am an Influenster (see post).  Yesterday, I received my Cosmo Vox Box, which contained items from FriXion by Pilot, Bath & Body Works, Gillete Venus and Ghirardelli.  All of the items from the Influenster Cosmo Voxboxwill be reviewed on the blog over the next week.  I may even post snippets on my instagram account as well, so follow me there: http://instagram.com/MakeupbyKimPorter so stay tuned. 

 

 

 
 

FriXion by Pilot Pen:  $4.50/ 3-pack & $11/8-pack

 

 
 

Gel ink pen that comes in different colors to express your personal, individual style.  You don’t have to worry about errors because the rubber tip allows you to completely erase your mistakes.

 

Forever Red Eau de Parfume Exclusively at Bath & Body Works: $10/ .25 fl oz & $44.50 for full-size

 

 

 

This is Bath & Body Works new, most luxurious fragrance.  This fragrance is a blend of pomegranate & red osmanthus with vanilla rum. 

Ghirardelli Gourmet Milk Sea Salt Escape: $2.79

 

 

 
 

This decadently rish and creamy milk chococalte is combned with bursts of sea salt and roasted almonds delivering an epicurean chocolate experience.  

 

Venus: $3.50 – $4.5 / month for blade refills

 

 

 
 

The Fall Influenster Cosmo VoxBox contains not one, but TWO Venus Products! Since any Venus blade refull fits any Venus razor handle, you can always mix-and-match!

   Gillete Venus Embrace – the blade refills provide an ultra-close shave with five blades that hug curves to get virtually every hair.    Available in 4 & 8-count packages

   Venus & Olay Razor –  Feature Olay Moisture Bars that contain skin conditioners to help lock in moisture and with every smooth stroke, Venus’ five blades provide an ultra-close shave.  Available in 3-count packages.

 

Are you an influenster? 

If not, I have one more referral. Contact me or comment below if you would like to sign-up!

 

Kim Porter’s November Favorites for Makeup and Skincare

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Here are my November favorites in beauty and skincare.   It’s a lot, visually, so if I miss anything just refer to the photos.  Honestly, I use a lot of items until I either get tired of them, or they run out; therefore, you might see a repeat of products from last months post.

 

 

November Favorites Skincare

I purchased the Jason Shower Gel on whim from my local health food store. I love it. My skin is never left feeling stripped, but, soft and moisturized.  It doesn’t foam up as much as I’d like but, that isn’t a big deal.  It has a mild fruity scent, that doesn’t linger too long, so it’s not annoying, and doesn’t interfere with a perfume or spray you might use.

 

Belle Butters Unyevu Butter and Pumpkin Pie Butter.  I love both of these.  I use the Pumpkin Pie Butter mostly on myself right after the shower to lock in moisture.  The scent is just divine (check my review).  The Unyevu butter I use on my daughter’s hair and on my hands. I think my husband sneaks and uses it, too!

 

I’ve been using the Tria Beauty Skin Perfecting Blue Light Treatment for about 3 months now.  I really suggest you try it out if you’re an acne sufferer.  It helps.

 

The Algenist Triple Action Micropolish and Peel is something I’ve had to put down my Clarisonic MIA for.  I learned the hard way that I can’t use both.  I’ve used the Algenist Triple Action Micropolish and Peel twice per week for a little over a month, and my skin looks healthier, and brighter.  My skin is also as soft as a baby’s bottom. 
 
Cerave Skin AM & PM Moisturizer I use these religiously, even after switching out the Cerave cleanser to use my Sugared Beauty Happy Face Cleanser.
 

 

Facial Moisturizing Lotion AM SPF 30
CeraVe at ShopStyle

 

Facial Moisturizing Lotion PM
CeraVe at ShopStyle

 

 

November Favorites – Makeup

OCC  Tint – Y5

Tart Smooth Operator Micronized Clay Finishing Powder

Physicians Formula Eye BOOSTER 2-in-1 Lash Boosting Felt-Tip Eyeliner Serum

IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer (Review Here)

Ruby Kisses Eyeshadow Magic Primer

It Cosmetics Hello Lashes Mascara

Tarte Cosmetics Gifted Amazonian Clay Smart Mascara

IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Undereye Concealer

ELF Eyelash Curler

NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil White

Face Atelier Concealer

Cozette Brush Vessel.  I use this to store my brushes and to keep my clean and dirty brushes separate.

Kissable Couture “Hyacinth”

 

November Favorites – Brushes

Real Techniques Brushes(Review):

-Expert Face Brush

-Setting Brush

-Shading Brush

Bdellium Tools 714 Brush

Sigma Makeup SS224 Brush  – It is now the E40 brush

Sigma SS219 (Pencil Brush) – It is now the E30 brush

Sigma SS316

IT Cosmetics No-Tug Heavenly Luxe Dual Eyeshadow Brush

 

What were your November Favorites? 

If you would like to see a review of products listed here that I may not have yet to review please comment below 🙂

Sponsored: Folica has hundreds of Hair Products so Everyone Wins Great Hair #sp

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It has been nearly a year since I have been on my healthy hair journey.  I’ve tried ayurvedic hair products, organic hair products, and sulfate-free hair products.  Honestly, I would try just about anything I’ve read about on hair blogs and hair care message boards to succeed in having healthier hair.

Even though I have a ton of hair products, I still want more!  Just call me a hair product junky, hoarder would be too harsh.  It’s a great thing Folica.com has hundreds of hair care products to help make my healthy hair journey easier, and make my hair wishes come true.  For my dry hair, especially since the cold weather is upon us I want to try  Macadamia Natural Oil Rejuvenating Shampoo ($21), the conditioner, Macadamia Natural Oil Moisturizing Rinse ($24), and their hair mask, Macadamia Natural Oil Deep Hair Mask ($33).  I’ve heard a lot of great things about Macadamia products, too!  Hopefully, through using these products, along with some other hair styling products, dong my hair will be much easier.  Have you tried any of them?  What was your experience?

Another product for my hair I’ve wanted to try was a clipless curling iron.  Now that my hair is weaved up, I don’t have to worry about heat damage.  I received the TS-2 Style Stick Clipless curling iron for review, and I can’t wait to try it out to see the many styles I can create with it.

 
Folica knows your hair is your most important accessory. That’s why in November and December they’re offering a special promotion where everyone wins up to $50 to spend on hair styling products at Folica.com.  With over 60,000 great hair products, more than 300 beloved brands and over 70,000 customer ratings and reviews, Folica.com is your one-stop shop to recreate today’s hottest hairstyles. From November 23rd to January 1st, everyone can cross great hair off their wish lists when they enter to win a credit for hair products at Folica. 1 in every 100 wins a $50 credit to spend instantly on hair products.

 

 

Disclosure:  This is a “sponsored post.” The company who sponsored it compensated me via a cash payment, gift, or something else of value to write it.  Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

 

Swatches: MAC Cosmetics Grey Friday Lipstick

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I got caught out there with the Black Friday sales.  Getting emails and text alerts on your phone is such bad business. My wallet isn’t happy right now. I don’t feel too bad since I haven’t made a makeup purchase in like… forever! In my case, I wound up purchasing some items from MAC, which included the limited edition Grey Friday lipstick.  I was excited to have this since it was different.  I’m all for different lipstick shades, except those in the range of powder blue etc.  Things that would just make me look like a ratchet hoodrat female rapper.  Anyway, my package finally arrived yesterday evening; a day late.  I immediately swatched it. 

My thoughts about the Grey Friday lipstick  is that it is ehh.  I wish it were more opaque.  It is creamy.  Application is smooth, but is a little streaky.   I can see the Grey Friday lisptick working well with a berry or purple shade, maybe even a fuschia.  The shade definitely looks different on everyone.  Honestly, with a clear gloss, and gunmetal pigment, you can create the same shade at home.  I’m happy I didn’t pay full-price for it. 

Did you purchase the Grey Friday lipstick?  What are your thoughts?