Kiss Ever PRO Lash Starter Kit

I'm the type of girl whose boyfriend has prettier lashes than her. Long, full, naturally curled, beautiful lashes... Kind of like the ones I received complimentary to test from Influenster in the Kiss Ever PRO Lash Starter Kit. I knew there would be lashes in this Beauty Bloggers box, so I thought it would be the new lashes with strings from Kiss. It was actually this starter kit with an applicator and adhesive. This kit is supposed to be great for people who are just starting out with fake lashes. The applicator is meant to make the process easier for those of us who just can't get the hang of applying falsies on our own. I've always wanted to be able to wear false lashes for special occasions, because like I said, I'm the type of girl who didn't freak out when she saw the woman with no eyelashes in the Kenan and Kel movie. Looked normal to me...

I've tried other lashes before and can never quite place them correctly. I was really hoping that wouldn't be the case with these lashes. They looked super full and dramatic to me, so I decided to try to put them to use with my Halloween costume, just in case they didn't look very natural. I didn't have to cut them at all, so that was one less hassle. I didn't really like the applicator, though. They're basically little pink tweezers and I wasn't sure how that would be easier than just using my fingers. It felt awkward to try to place the lashes correctly with that. I found the adhesive provided to be better than expected. The lashes stayed on my lids, right in place, for the whole night. I've always heard it's just better to buy eyelash adhesive than to use the stuff provided with the lashes you buy, but this worked well for me.

I was Medusa. The lashes look very natural here :) 

I was able to get the lashes on in a matter of minutes, whereas with other lashes I am used to fighting with them for at least fifteen minutes and eventually giving up and throwing them away. I was amazed I had finally gotten my first falsies successfully on my eyes! I couldn't stop staring in the mirror at them. My eyes popped! They looked so good and really complemented my costume. They did look very dramatic, so I wouldn't wear them for any normal day. But these were really fun for a bold night eye. I definitely will be checking out other lashes from Kiss for more natural looking ones that I can wear more often. I am so excited to be able to use these now!

This starter kit can be found at Walgreens for $4.99. They are made from the highest quality human hair, and the adhesive is latex free, odor free, and waterproof, with a flexible formula for 24hr hold. There's also the applicator if you feel you have trouble working with your fingers. Personally that was just easier for me, but I like the option in case. Wearing these lashes felt kind of strange at first, but I got used to them after a while. I think being a newbie it just felt weird having them on the first time. They weren't uncomfortable, but felt very noticeable for the first hour or so. I'm sure the more I use them I will be able to get used to the feeling. Go try a pair of Kiss lashes yourself! They're so fun.

Hope your Halloween was happy! 

Bath & Body Works Fall Mini Candle

I knew when I found out there would be a candle in the Beauty Bloggers box, it would be a Bath & Body Works Candle. I also knew, I didn't care what scent it was, I was going to love it. I couldn't wait to get my Mini Candle and test it out. (Complimentary from Influenster).

Then, I got it in the scent "Black Pepper Bergamot," and immediately thought... Um, Leaves? Cider Lane?... I couldn't imagine a pepper scented candle! I'm not one to shy away from new scents or flavors though, and this candle wasn't going to be any different. I took a big whiff right there as I unboxed my goodies, and I realized that Influenster knows me TOO well. This candle had to have been made with me in mind. It's basically the epitome of my favorite candle scents and I couldn't believe it because the name seems so bizarre. I think most of us would not go for this candle just based on the name, because who wants to sniff black pepper? But, just don't judge. This scent is great. I keep describing it as a warm, musky cologne. Cologne-scented candles have always been my favorite, so if you're into that, you should love this scent too. It's not fruity or girly, which to me makes this scent fit the Fall season even more. 

I've burned it pretty much constantly since I got it, so it's about out at this point unfortunately. I hear they last longer on a candle warmer, but I'm just a traditionalist/pyromaniac I guess... But not really on that last part. Or who knows. I wish I would've had time to get to a store and use the 2 coupons for $10 off a 3-wick candle because I would've bought a large one of these suckers immediately. I wish one of YOU had responded to my giveaway so you could have had that great deal and I could feel like the BBW Fairy spreading fine fragrance deals throughout the land. YOUR LOSS. They're expired now. Also, most of these candles will probably be selling out by now anyway since they are from the Fall collection. But look out for their great Winter/Christmas scents for the upcoming season! 

These mini candles are "mini but mighty!" The scent really does fill a good space. They are made using "the highest concentration of fragrance oils, and exclusive blend of vegetable wax, and lead-free wicks for optimal performance." If you're a BBW fan, definitely check out their different lines of candles. You won't be disappointed. These mini candles sell for $3.50. (Small Candle $9.50; Medium Candle $12.50; 3-Wick Candle $19.50).

Goody Simple Styles Spin Pins

Have you all seen these weird "spin pins" in stores? I see them all the time and I think, those would be great if they actually worked. I never trusted that they would really hold my hair, so I always talked myself out of buying them. Then, Influenster came along and decided to give me a set of spin pins for free, complimentary for testing purposes. I was so excited to see this product in my beauty blogger box so I could finally find out if they get the job done!

The spin pins I got were the set of two large ones. They also come in a set of three smaller ones, so if you think the two bigger ones just won't cut it, you might like to try those. They also have different colors for light or dark hair. Thankfully, I got the darker ones. They generally sell for $7.29, and I've seen them at Walgreens and Walmart multiple times.

The description that came in my voxbox says: Never have time for a great updo? Not anymore! The Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin allows you to easily achieve three chic updo styles. Simply twirl your hair up and spin the two spin pins in for a perfect undone bun, side bun, or double bun! Goody is known for their innovative hair accessories and styling tools, like these awesome pins, as well as the QuikStyle brush and Ouchless hair ties.

So, I was glad to find that the box had instructions for the three bun styles listed. For once, the styling instructions included with a product were as easy as they seemed! I thought that was great because I wasn't completely sure what to do with the pins myself.  For me, the pins work great with my hair straight or curly. Personally I prefer a curly, low, messy bun.   can't really achieve that with these pins right now because my hair is layered & not long enough to pull back and twist. But if I use a couple additional bobby pins I can do a high one easy. The box says these pins do the work of 20 bobby pins, and I do agree with that because to create the same kind of style I usually end up using about that many pins.

The day I tried these out specifically for the blog, I had straightened my hair. (It was actually the same day I tested out the EBOOST).  With my hair at the length it is, for now, I think this is the best use of the pins. They worked a little better with my hair straightened and I was able to still do something with my hair other than wearing it down and straight. I think wearing hair that way is just boring sometimes, so it was fun to have a new way to style it on my straight days. The bun held up all day, except when I was a little more active, when it loosened into a sort of low pony tail that I still found to be very cute! But, if you don't want that to happen, just don't wear these on days you're looking to be very active, and make sure to screw the pins tightly into your hair. It should hold great like it did for me! These pins are a great investment and I'm looking forward to buying the set of three small pins myself.