❧❦ GlossyBox September 2013 ❦❧

September 2013 GlossyBox USA

The September edition of GlossyBox was underwhelming, to say the least.  Many times this company gets it right, but this particular box contained two "Made in China" cosmetics and this is a concern for me.  I find that the quality of cosmetics produced there does not compare with cosmetics produced in France, Italy or the USA.  I also have a concern about the origin of the ingredients used in cosmetics manufactured in China.

BCBGMAXAZRIA Bon Genre Eau de Parfum

A lovely, true deluxe sample (are you taking note of this, Birchbox?).  I have never sampled this frangrance before and it was quite a surprise.  Of course, I have a penchant for scents that include patchouli, amber, sandalwood and vanilla so it was probably a given that I would like this.  I can also detect a substantial amount of tuberose in here, so if you have an aversion to that scent, this fragrance is probably not for you.

Be a Bombshell - Eyeliner Pen in Onyx

Made in China.  I have sampled this item before, and I'm not a fan as I find the nib too thick for my tastes.  I prefer a finer application of eyeliner than this provides.

Nioxin Diamax Treatment

This product promises to increase the thickness of each strand of hair for a fuller effect.  It also promises to strengthen the hair and make it more manageable.  Sounds exciting, and I have the perfect candidate to test this out for me!  A friend of mine has waist-length hair that she is having trouble managing, so I'm going to give this to her.  Check back here for an update.

Océane Makeup Remover Pen

The next Made in China item is the Océane Makeup Remover Pen.  I'm not familiar with this company, but it appears to be a Brazilian drug store brand, perhaps similar to E.L.F.  I'm not a fan of cheap cosmetics packaged in a blister pack, so I don't have high hopes for this.

Emite Makeup Eyelash Curler

I love this eyelash curler - Emite is a brand from Sweden.  This is a very well made, substantial eyelash curler.  In fact, it's quite heavy.  I'll have to test it against my Chanel and Kevyn Aucoin eyelash curlers to see how it holds up.

So, is it worth $21? 
1. I already own two other brands of eyelash curlers, so this will be a spare.
2. The Bon Genre fragrance smells very nice, but I have similar fragrances in my collection and this is nothing I would buy on its own.
3. Two Made in China products is a negative.
4. The Nioxin is nice but I don't need to use a hair thickening product so I have to give this away.
Conclusion?  I think not.  

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Take care,
The Sassi Wench

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I have been filming and editing my new video.  I'm very excited about it - it's my first makeup tutorial ever!  Check out my Lady Gaga look!

Up close - the Lady Gaga eye makeup and Lady Gaga feather lashes. 

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Products used for the Lady Gaga Makeup Tutorial:

Stila Illuminating Finishing Powder in Gold

Stila Brow Set in Dark

MAC Prim and Proper Powder Blush

Stila Cheek Color in Hint

Stila Jewel Eye Shadow Palette - Rose Quartz

Stila Shadow Pots Eye Mousse - Moon

The Body Shop Colourglide Lip Color 54 Pastel Rose

Boots No7 Line & Define Lip Pencil in 20 Nude

Boots No7 Maximum Volume Mascara 01 Black

Boots No7 Amazing Eyes Pencil 05 Black

Eyelene Costume Lash Kit 

Duo Eyelash Adhesive

MAC Mineralize Satinfinish SPF 15 Foundation

Nicole by O.P.I - Light a Candle

Lady Gaga Sunglasses

Platinum Wig

- The Sassi Wench