Haul| Sephora VIB Sale and Ulta Haul

I was a little disappointed in my memory this year and expected a 20% off coupon for being Rouge. Alas, it was only 15% and I was in no rush to stock up on basics or try out new products on the market. 

I don't think I'll be making Rouge (on purpose) for the next year especially with so little benefits for spending literally ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS. In fact, I've turned my energy to keeping my Platinum status at Ulta and accumulating points to redeem for cash rewards.

Nevertheless, there were so many new and exciting releases from Sephora that I had to try for myself.

Kevyn Aucoin Sensual Skin Enhancer in SX06- Review here. I've purged my SSE in SX08 simply because I'm only that tan for three months out of the year living in Northern CA. I know this stuff clings well to hyper-pigmented skin and angry zits and SX06 will be the most universal shade for me. I can also use it as a flawless full coverage foundation when mixed with my Hourglass No. 28 Serum Primer.

Origins Clay Mask- I've tried my fair share of purifying masks, but this tried and true favorite has been with me since my pre-teen hormonal blackheads and acne. It doesn't dry out my skin as much as LUSH's Mask of Magnaminty, so I can use it twice a week with no issues.

Cover FX Drops- Review coming soon. This stuff is such fun! It's definitely a game-changer product, simply because it makes mixing foundations a lot more efficient and easy to do. It mixes into every viscosity you want: liquid, cream, or even oils.....

Clinique Cheek Pop in Pansy Pop- I expected a hot flash of lavender on my cheeks, but Pansy Pop is more of a baby pink on my olive skin. Thanks to the almost chalky cool hue, it doesn't translate to "orange!" or coral on my face after a day of wear.

Kat Von D Shade and Light Palette- Review coming soon. I waffled on this one but pulled the trigger in the end because of how they swatch (so buttery, much pigment, woah.) There's a shade for contouring and two for bronzing, and the peach powder is really flattering under my eyes and covers up dark circles like a dream.

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MUFE Artist Palette 2015- This was my last minute haul because I had perused my eyeshadow collection and found zero "pops of color" shades. Ungodly. Plus, MUFE eyeshadows are to die for and one of the best, if not the best, formulation in the market. I didn't want to re-haul the Urban Decay Electric palette since it's too much for every day, but the blue and peacock green shade in this one is a good venture into color.


BB Full Coverage Foundation Brush- I don't technically *need* another foundation brush but I hate having to constantly wash my brushes every weekend. I've heard nothing but raves from British beauty vloggers about this brush and...it lives up to the hype. Review to come soon.

Ulta released their 20% coupon prior to the sale, so I took advantage of the reward system and hauled everything I wanted to from Sephora and more...

BareMinerals Complexion Gel Rescue Cream in Ginger 6- Review here. I picked up Ginger 6 for my summer shade, as Buttercream seems to match NC20-25 and I will definitely be needing a tinted moisturizer for the summer. It may be a little too hydrating by itself for the heat but it should be perfect underneath a powder foundation.

Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Brow Pen in Medium- Karima from Shameless Fripperies gave me this lem. It's a grey toned felt tip marker for your brows...sounds goofproof if you ask me! Review coming soon.

Hada Labo Hydrating Cream- I had a sample of this and refused to use it up...it was so plumping! Since I have their Hyaluronic Acid Toner I think this will be the perfect complement to hydrate my skin. I'm almost finished with my Clinique Moisture Surge creams. Review coming soon.

Urban Decay Naked 2 - I had used up half of this palette, purged it, and then regretted the purge instantly. It's strange to think that I would love and use the cool toned Naked palette the most, but these colors are great with my cool yellow skintone and can make light colored eyes (thank you colored contact lenses) pop like crazy. Plus, my eyeshadow collection is looking awfully full of warm and neutral browns lately. Yawn...

Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector in Rose Gold- Okay, I have a highlighter problem now. My tastes have veered from a semi-matte skin finish to a matte but selectively (strategically?) glowy finish. These highlighters are not chunky or glittery and with a light hand they light up my cheekbones without having to contour.

Urban Decay Sheer Revolution Lipstick in Slowburn- I know I told myself that I need to use up some lipsticks before buying new ones...but what about the ones that live in my purse? I always need a balmy hint of color and Slowburn is the perfect orange-red for the spring and summer months.

Yep, it was a larger haul than expected and some items may be going back...For the most part, however, I feel like I made good choices that I'll reach for on the daily. I've begun to wake up earlier to apply makeup in order to find the joy in application. Yes, it's mind blowing that I've put sleep on the back burner, but I can't exactly do a full face look in the office without somebody walking by and feeling awkward as hell. 

What did you haul from the sales? I was so excited for the new product launches!

xo Be