Ipsy Glam Bag X is a quarterly upgrade for Ipsy members. It costs an additional $43/shipment for Glam Bag members and $30/shipment for Glam Bag Plus members. It replaces your usual monthly bag in February, May, August, and November. This bag "includes seven to eight full-size products specially curated by beauty’s biggest tastemakers and celebs" and allows subscribers to pick 3 items.
FYI: This box arrived very late which seems to be something many subscribers have experienced this month. I recommend reaching out to IPSY customer care if you are still waiting on your delivery.
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About IPSY Glam Bag Plus
The Subscription Box: Ipsy Glam Bag X
The Cost: $55 in February, May, August, and November. (An additional cost of $43/shipment for Glam Bag members and $30/shipment for Glam Bag Plus members.)
The Products: 7-8 full-size products specially curated by beauty’s biggest tastemakers and celebs
Ships to: The U.S. for free
Our IPSY Glam Bag X May 2021 Review
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Here is our info fold-out for this delivery. It is designed to look like a very chic editorial newspaper and has loads of info on our items and more.
Now, on to the items!
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111SKIN Rose Gold Radiance Booster, 20 mL - Retail Value $135.00
IPSY chose this item for me.
In pretty typical 111SKIN in a subscription box style, this is made in China while the products you would order from the brand's site are generally manufactured in Europe. Per 111SKIN:
OUR MANUFACTURING PROCESSES
As the scale of our business continues to grow we frequently transition between different suppliers depending on capacity needs. All aspects of the product including key active ingredients and componentry remain the same.Whilst we may produce a small number of units with our longstanding Far East manufacturer for beauty box partnerships, all raw materials are sourced from our regular suppliers within Europe and the USA to ensure the integrity, efficacy, fragrance and texture of our products remain at a consistently premium quality.
Now that we have that out of the way, this product was just ok. I like the concept of a serum that combines both radiance and skincare, but I didn't notice a huge radiance boost here which seems to be the main point. I think for that sort of $$$ I expect a few more bells and whistles than glycerine, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid, but the ingredient list (however simple) isn't bad. I actually liked the rose fragrance and I think if this hadn't arrived with such a wild retail value and the brand hadn't ruffled feathers with their manufacturing confusion in the past, I might actually have liked this a lot more.
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Rodial Pink Diamond Cleansing Balm, 100 mL - Retail Value $59.00
IPSY chose this item for me.
This is a brand I typically don't love because the scents of some of their formulas are just not my sort of thing. I was pleasantly surprised with this cleansing balm though! The scent is a creamy rose which was pleasant. And while the formula was just ok, it did make quick work of my makeup. I applied it to damp skin and massaged it in circles before rinsing. As I am a big fan of a double cleanse I did follow up with a creamy cleanser, though I don't think it was totally necessary. All in all, this was an ok addition, though I truly would have preferred that Herbivore Prism!
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ONE/SIZE by Patrick Starrr Visionary Eyeshadow Palette – Retail Value $42.00
IPSY chose this item for me.
Ok, the first shade I noticed in this palette was that BLUE. Surely it can't be as pigmented as it looks? Well, it was, and more. It is one of the most striking shades in this collection and though it is matte, it also has these little hidden sparkles that feel really unique. Other faves from me? Easy. Matcha is a darn dream. A dusty matte olive that is pure velvet. Rebel Grey is another winner and it is one of those shades that looks totally different depending on skin tone and what you wear it with. The more subtle neutrals here are also great and make this one of the most versatile palettes I have received in a long time that has the pigment level and buttery smoothness to make it a new go-to in my huge collection.
1 of 3 | Top to bottom: Manila Sands, Taupe of My Game, Brownie, Suede Charm, Turban Legend
It's a goodie.
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Tower 28 Beauty ShineOn Milky Lip Jelly Gloss in 'Coconuts' – Retail Value $14.00
IPSY chose this item for me.
I have been on a milky gloss kick for some reason. Maybe it is the fact that I can wear lipgloss this year and the milky sort of finish is so soft and pretty? This arrived literally the day after I ordered a Tower 28 kit with another milky gloss in a different shade, so this felt like a fun spoiler. The formula is a little slippy so if you over apply it might leave the borders of your lips, but honestly other than that I loved this stuff. It is a natural makeup lover's dream in terms of the whole look: you get shiny soft lips with a flush of color. It also smells sweet and wonderful and isn't what I would consider sticky at all. It was a great intro to this brand and makes me even more excited for my kit to arrive.
She is cuuuute.
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Anastasia Beverly Hills Micro-Stroking Detailing Brow Pen in 'Blonde' – Retail Value $22.00
IPSY chose this item for me.
I am generally more of a brow gel sort of gal, but as far as brush-style brow products go, this one was really nice, especially since I had my brows laminated recently. My brow hairs are normally pretty coarse and curved, but the lamination made them softer and stick straight, meaning it is extra easy to flick in drawn-on "hairs" with this pen. I don't think it could ever replace my gel formula (I need a little shaping control still) but if you like markers like this, I was impressed with how versatile and natural this brush tip was.
It looks darker on my brows. More on that later!
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Sunday Riley C.E.O Glow Vitamin C + Turmeric Face Oil, 15 mL – Retail Value $40.00
This was my choice item!
I was kind of surprised to see a Sunday Riley item as a choice item, but I jumped on it. This happens to be one of my mom's favorite skincare formulas, so while I also love it myself, this will end up being a happy surprise for her. Much like myself, she is prone to redness and dullness, making this little golden cocktail a perfect choice for her. The big players inside here are a super-stable form of vitamin C and anti0inflammatory turmeric. Combine those with lipid-rich oils and tons of antioxidants and you have an easily absorbed form of liquid skin gold.
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Complex Culture Rose Quartz Gua Sha Stone – Retail Value $28.00
This was my choice item!
I am kind of gua sha crazy and I love collecting different shapes and materials of this tool. The use of pieces like this was actually born out of Traditional Chinese Medicine and it has a fascinating history that is well worth a deep dive if you plan on making it a part of your routine. This is a rose quartz piece that is smaller than many of the others in my collection, which to me is a selling point. Sometimes these can feel too big depending on your face size and shape. Rose quartz stays pretty cold naturally, making it refreshing to sunkissed skin and out of this world soothing if you stash it in the fridge for 30 minutes or so before you use it. I like to combine these tools with a slippy facial oil and treat myself to a pampering facial massage targeting those tiny facial muscles on my face. Side note: if you are looking for a facial massage guidebook, you need this!
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Pūrlisse Blush Glow BB Cheek Color in 'Vivid Coral', 10 mL – Retail Value $18.00
This was my choice item!
I absolutely adore cream blush formulas now that most days I just wear a radiant SPF instead of foundation. Something about a sheer melting cheek color makes me feel youthful and vibrant. Do I need more cream/gel blushes? Absolutely not. But, much like highlighters, I am on a bit of a bender. This vivid coral was calling my name. Sure, it looks like, well, A LOT straight out of the tube. But it is such a sheer formula that you can really add just a little for the perfect flush. In addition to making me look fresh as a darn daisy, the formula also benefits my cheeks because it contains hyaluronic acid which means the formula is moisturizing and stays soft and natural.
Here is a blended little swatch.
And here it is on one cheek.
And here is a quick look featuring the palette, the lip gloss, the blush, and the brow pen! Most of you know I tend to lean towards natural looks and I actually am really loving this whole vibe. The eye look is a combination of a few shades from the palette: Manila Sands, Soft Serve, and Rebel Grey.
Verdict: My IPSY Glam Bag X had a total value of $358 which is darn good for $55. Even minus the 111SKIN item I didn't love, I still see a value of $223. And the brands were great for the majority of the products and a few were even on my Sephora wishlist. I really enjoyed the eyeshadow palette and lip gloss, and am thrilled with the Gua Sha stone. The Sunday Riley oil is going to make my mom really happy and the ABH brow pen and cream blush were also big winners for me. I never expect to love every single item in a larger box like this but I walked away from this curation pretty pleased and impressed, even without the CT cream or Herbivore Prism I was totally hoping for.
To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? You'll likely start with June as your first month. It looks like there is currently a wait, so upgrade ASAP to reserve your spot when they open!
Value Breakdown: This box costs $55, meaning you are paying approximately the following per item:
- 111SKIN Booster $20.74
- Rodial Cleanser $9.06
- Patrick Starrr Palette $6.45
- Tower 28 Gloss $2.15
- Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Pen $3.38
- Sunday Riley Oil $6.15
- Complex Culture Gua Sha $4.30
- Pūrlisse Blush $2.77
Alternatively, each of the 8 items has an average cost of $6.88.
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