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! 

Influenster Voxbox: Beauty Blogger's Edition + Giveaway Contest

I am thrilled to finally be able to write this post. My Beauty Bloggers voxbox from Influenster arrived this week! I am so happy to have qualified for this box program. This box is the best one I've seen from Influenster in a while. I loved my Latina Beauty voxbox that I received back in August, but this one already exceeds how great that was. Don't worry, Hawaiian Tropic, you still amaze me. I can't wait to find out which product will be my new favorite out of this box, though! (So far I'm loving the Vitabath Fragrance Mist...)

I am really impressed by how packed the Beauty Bloggers voxbox is. My last box had 6 products that I was happy to test out, but one of them was to gift to a friend, and another just didn't work for me.  Sorry, VEET Wax Strips, it's a no! Plus, although it was a "beauty" box, I didn't feel like the Latina box had as much to do with cosmetics as this box does.  It just seemed like more of a feminine brands box than strictly beauty.

The Beauty Bloggers voxbox included 5 products everyone in the program received. There was also a sixth either/or hair product-- everyone got one or the other.  Then, based on scores and demographics, some members received a bonus item of either a fragrance or skin care product. I know it's surprising I didn't end up with the skin care item considering the majority of my blog is about skin care, but I was hoping to get the fragance and I'm happy I did! Here are some short descriptions of the products from my box! I will follow up with longer, individual reviews of each product as I have more of a chance to try them out.

NYC New York Color Individual Eyes Custom Compact

Compact includes a primer and illuminator, 4 complementing shadows, and applicator wand.

Limited Edition Item.

Kiss Ever Pro Lashes Starter Kit

Kit includes eyelashes, adhesive, and applicator.

Bath & Body Works Mini Candle

The candle I received is in the scent "Black Pepper Bergamot."

The scents chosen were from the Fall collection.

**Also included: 2 coupons to save $10 each on a BBW 3-Wick candle, valid until Oct. 28!

EBOOST

Powder drink mix to boost energy and immunity.

I got the all-natural orange flavored powder.

Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin

Pins allow easy styling of different buns.

Includes set of 2 pins.

Either/Or Product: Not Your Mother's Kinky Moves Curl Defining Hair Cream

Curly hair product containing grape seed and jasmine.

Others received Not Your Mother's Smooth Moves Frizz Control Hair Cream containing coconut & silk extract.

BONUS: Vitabath Fragrance Mist

I received the mist in Citron Leaves.

There are 15 other scents in this new line of fragrance mists.

So those are all my products from the Beauty Bloggers voxbox! I received these complimentary for testing purposes from Influenster! It's a fun site. Check it out. I still have 3 invites left to send out to new members! 

**Also, I won't be using my 2 Bath & Body Works coupons for $10 off a 3-wick candle. Since I won't be putting that great deal to use, I decided I want to try to do my first little giveaway/contest! This is going to be a quick one because those coupons expire Oct. 28th! If you would like to win a $10 off coupon, please "like" Influenster on facebook, or comment on this blog if you would like one of my last remaining invites. Then, share this post on facebook & tag me in it! Fair enough? I will pick two winners and you can choose whether you just want the online code for the deal, or if you want me to mail you the actual coupon. :)