Summer Ulta Haul & Free Beauty Bag


I recently posted my beauty and skincare wishlist on the blog and finally took the plunge to purchase several items for my mid-year/summer Ulta haul.

Batiste XXL Plumping Powder - I'm still experimenting with this powder but so far so good. It gives your roots that extra boost but I think the XXL title might be a slight exaggeration. I'm not one that teases my hair but this powder would probably work really well for those that do.

Benefit's Agent Zero Shine - Love this so far! I apply a small amount on my T-zone half way through the day. It applies evenly over makeup or you can apply before makeup to prevent shine later in the day.

Sally Hansen Airbrush Legs - I used this over the weekend before I headed out to a party and it gave my legs a hint of extra color and some added glow. It was my first time using it so I was afraid of applying too much or making a huge mess. It's actually quite natural looking and I really like that it dries in a matter of seconds.

NYX Butter Lipstick - I really love the moisturizing texture of this lipstick and for $6 it's well worth the price. I wish I bought a slightly brighter color but it's cheap enough to purchase additional colors. 

China Glaze Nail polish - This nail polish is very comparable to Essie and OPI at a slightly cheaper price. I painted my toes with the turquoise color I purchased called "too yacht to handle". I love their vibrant colors for summer and so far it's lasted about a week with no chips. 

Philosophy's Pure & Wrinkle Free - I lucked out with the price of this set being the same price as an individual bottle of the Purity cleanser so I basically got the Miracle Worker moisturizer for free. I've started using the moisturizer every night after I shower. It's quite expensive to re-purchase so I'm curious to see if there's a noticeable difference in a couple months. I've been using the Purity cleanser for about 6 months now with my Clarisonic Mia and I love how gentle it is on my skin so I've kept it in my long-term skin regimen.

I also received this beauty bag stuffed full of goodies for spending over $60 at Ulta.com. So many great samples to try.

From the beauty bag, I think I was most excited about trying out Too Faced's Better Than Sex mascara and the Mally's waterproof eyeliner in "Caribbean sea" color which is like an emerald green.

I tried out the eyeliner yesterday for work and really liked how smoothly it applied to my lower and upper eyes and the emerald green is a great compliment for my hazel eyes.

What makeup and beauty products are on your wishlist?

Do you recommend any products that are better or comparable to my picks?

16 comments

  1. Oh I definitely want to try that mascara, I love anything from Too Faced! I love the China Glaze nail polish color it's awesome! :)

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  2. I heard the purity cleanser and moisturizer work great, but I would be interested to hear if you noticed a difference.

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  3. I love green and blue eyeliners.

    I tried the Got2B hair powder and liked it a lot, but I typically just stick with my dry shampoo. Easier and less mess.

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  4. I love the purity cleanser but I use their hope in a jar night cream and I LOVE IT! I literally tell everyone about it. It is so fabulous to wake up to small pores and beautiful skin. Thanks for sharing about the Sally Hansen legs. I've always wanted to try it but it scares me. Haha!

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  5. I've been wanting to try that Agent Zero Shine but I haven't yet. Sounds like I need to though! :) And I love that eyeliner color! And that China Glaze color is gorgeous! So perfect for summer!

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  6. Great stuff! Keep us posted on how you like that moisturizer! I've heard great things, but haven't bit the bullet yet on buying. How long is the beauty bag promotion going on??? May have to make a trip today!

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  7. I definitely want to try that agent zero shine primer, I'm almost out of what I'm currently using and I'm "meh" about it anyway.

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  8. The airbrush legs are essential. I have not gotten enough sun this summer. What an awesome sample bag.

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  9. i have heard lots of good things about philosophy products but never tried them. love that airbrush legs stuff!

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  10. I do love a good Ulta haul!!! I got an email for that free bag and I was like ahhhhhh I can't spend any money!

    I am loving those colored liners, and I have been wondering about the airbrushed legs for quite awhile. Maybe I will take the plunge and try it! Did it rub off at all?

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  11. I have always wondered how that airbrush leg works! So glad you reviewed it!

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  12. girlfriend you are going to LOVE the mascara! It is my go-to!!

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  13. That NYX butter lipstick looks great, and you can't beat that price! Do you have sensitive skin? I'm always curious about the Mia, just not sure if it would be worth it.

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  14. How awesome that you got that free bag of goodies!!! The mascara is wonderful!! I want to try the NYX Butter Lipstick - I love the butter gloss so much so I know I'll love that too!!

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  15. Great haul! Loving the nail colour!

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