DERMSTORE order ♥

I received a coupon code for DERMSTORE in my Target Beauty Box and since I needed a couple items I decided to take advantage of it.

If you didn't know, Dermstore is an online beauty shop and they include lots of skincare items.

(Also make up, hair care, body care...but I want to say mainly skincare)

DHC eyelash tonic - Eyelash conditioner

This product helps nourish and strengthen your lashes.

You apply to your lashes before applying mascara.  It can also be used as a conditioner for your lashes in the evening. So far I've used it a couple times but haven't noticed much difference yet.

I'm sure this is something that takes time to take effect.

$14.00 (20% off discount) $11.20

Laura Geller Lip Strip Smoothing Sugar Scrub

I blogged about my new 'lip exfoliating' discovery, thanks to my sister.

The elf Lip exfoliator works but I wanted to venture out more and see what else is offered out there.

I love Laura Geller products and they happen to have a lip scrub so I decided to try it out.

This is a vanilla mint flavored gentle exfoliating sugar scrub.

I'll wait to use up my elf exfoliator before opening this up.

$16.00 (20% off discount) $12.80

FREE SAMPLES

Skin Ceuticals CE Ferulic

I had to look this up.  This is an "ultra-powerful antioxidant serum for all skin types".

Apply 4-5 drops to your dry face and neck.

This looks like a powerful anti-aging serum.  I'm not sure I really 'need' this right now and I'm very intimidated by this.  A full size (1oz) costs $162.00... holy cow!

This sample doesn't tell me how much is in here but it's probably work $30~$40 if I had to guess.

 

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare - Alpha Beta Daily Face Peel packet

I received a similar sample from Dermstore in the past.

Still haven't used it... It's an extra strength face peel and I just don't need any harsh peels right now.

I'll save them for a later use.

Skin Ceuticals Advanced Pigment Corrector

This product helps restore stubborn discoloration/unevenly pigmented skin.

I suppose this applies to me...I have freckles (but I actually like them).

Not sure if I'll try this out yet but again, this is another Skin Ceuticals product and a full size is a whopping $90.00 (for 1oz).  These are some pricey products.

This sample is probably worth ~$20 or so?

dermalogica Active Moist

This sample was busted when I received it.  The packet got slashed by something.

Thankfully the product didn't leak in my box.

Too bad though because I would've definitely tried this one out.

It's a moisturizing lightweight fluid for hydrating your skin.

All in all, I love the Lip Scrub and Eyelash Tonic I bought for myself but the samples were underwhelming.   They just don't have much relevance to me.

DERMSTORE order ♥

So I discovered that the DERMSTORE carries DHC products...and they had a mystery coupon sale the other day (25% off) so I snagged a couple DHC products.

They came out cheaper than if I had ordered through the DHC site.

Nothing too exciting since these are repeat products but I'll still break it down.

DHC Eye & Lip Makeup Remover

So far my favorite eye makeup remover.

Super gentle on your eyes and it seriously takes everything off.

$12.50 (25% off coupon) $9.38

DHC Acerola Lotion

This stuff is amazing and it's a classic.

My mother introduced me to this product years ago with the Acerola kit and it's ♥♥♥♥!

A liquid lotion / toner.

Instant hydration and works wonders for your skin.

$18.00 (25% off coupon) $13.50

Free Samples

You get free samples with every order on DERMSTORE.

I received:

Miss Jessies's Jelly Soft Curls

This products helps your curls stay soft and shiny.

Apply to damp hair and voila.

I don't have curly hair....but wavy hair.  I wonder if this might work for my hair.

A little goes a long way...all you need is a small dime size amount.

This sample might last me a while!

$1.60 value

DHC Deep Cleansing Oil & Primer Sample

This was unexciting...I already have the full size Deep Cleansing Oil and I received the primer in my DHC order multiple times.  I guess they felt the need to throw in some DHC samples since I bought their products.  O well, I will still use them ♥

DERMSTORE Grab Bag "Hair Rescuers" contents ♥

This is the 'Hair Rescuers' Grab bag.

I was much happier with this one versus the 'Resolution Kickstarters' bag.

A first look.

I'm liking what I see--I immediately recognize a few brands.

Rescue rapid repair hair mask

I LOVE hair masks!

I have so much thick hair that hair masks work wonderfully for me.

My Sample Value $45.00

(Full size value $45.00)

Fekkai full blown volume shampoo

Hmmm...I am the complete opposite.

I DON'T want volume because I already do.

But I love Fekkai...

My Sample Value $5.00

(Full size value $20.00 for 8oz)

Klorane Dry Shampoo witih Oat Milk

Thanks to Birchbox, I've tried Klorane dry shampoo and I LOVE it!!

I'm so happy to have another one!

The scent is just amazing guys!

My Sample Value $9.00

(Travel size value $9.00)

Klorane Shampoo with desert date

Squeeee!!! Another Klorane product and this time it's a full size shampoo!

Little irked I didn't receive the conditioner...anytime a shampoo is included in a box I think the conditioner should come as a set.

My Sample Value $15.00

(Full size value $15.00)

follimedica Thinning hair therapy

Meh...another item I won't be using.

I absolutely do not have any thinning hair.

Quite the opposite actually...Perhaps my grandmother will want to give this a try.

My Sample Value $30.00

(Full size value $30.00)

JF anti-aging haircare restore

This is a very tiny sample.

With the amount of hair I have, this will be a one time use.

Interesting--it says here that this replaces your shampoo & conditioner on the days I use it.

My Sample Value est.$2.00 (no idea...)

(Full size value $36.00)

Harry Josh pro tools Carbon Tail Comb

Really cool!  I'm happy they included a 'tool' among all the hair products.

This is my second Harry Josh product.

I received hair clips in my last Dermstore order the free samples that time.

This is a really nice comb.

My Sample Value $20.00

(Full size value $20.00)

Overall, I'm very happy with this grab bag!!

I like it much more that the Resolution Kickstarters bag.

Glad to have received a full size of Klorane Shampoo.

The total value of this grab bag (roughly) comes to $126.00

All in all, this was fun.

I'm not sure I will get another one next year...but if I do, I'm sticking to the hair care set.

DERMSTORE Grab Bag "Resolution Kickstarters" contents ♥

I received my DERMSTORE grab bags today ♥

Nothing special about the packaging--the 'bags' were just packaged in a shipping box.

I also received 2 free samples.

I purchased 2 grab bags.

'Resolution Kickstarters' (mainly skincare) and 'Hair Rescuers' (haircare)

They were $30.00 each.

Free Samples

LUMENE Bright Now Vitamin C BB cream SPF 20

Foil sample of a BB cream.

I've yet to find the perfect BB cream but I have a few that I like.

This one though, the shade might be a tad dark for me.

My Sample Value $0.62

(Full size value $14.99 for 1.7oz)

Yu-Be Japanese Moisturizing Skin Cream

I was happy to see this!  Birchbox samples this product but I haven't been lucky enough to receive one yet.  I love Japanese products ♥

My Sample Value $1.60

(Full size value $16.00 for 1oz)

A first look.

Pevonia Ligne Power Repair Hydrating Cleaner

This isn't a typical cleanser.  The directions say to apply to your face with wet fingertips then proceed to remove it with a washcloth.  Very interesting.

My Sample Value $13.81

(Full size value $32.50 for 4oz)

Raw Beauty Kat Burki Hibiscus Antioxidant Face Mask

I really like face masks so I'll be trying this soon.

The sample size is rather small but still worth $4!

My Sample Value $4.10

(Full size value $78.00 for 4.4oz)

Zents attar oil concentrate - scent *pear*

This is a roll-on body oil fragrance.

It has a roller applicator and a little goes a long way.

I received the pear scent and I really like this!

My Sample Value $38.00 wow!

(Full size value $38.00)

Perricone MD Cosmeceuticals Chloro Plasma

This is another treatment mask for the face.

This product is a bit intimidating...it's sounds very scientific.

You apply to your face and as microcapsules are released the color will turn dark green.

These microcapsules contain Blue Green Algae.

My Sample Value $15.25

(Full size value $75.00 for 2oz)

SKYLARK Memoir Fragrance Collection

Pleasantly surprised to find some perfume samples in here.

I've never heard of this brand but this came with 3 scents.

The vials are roll-on applicators and a decent size.

The scent is nice but I do feel like an older woman would wear this more than I would.

I like the more sweet, youthful perfumes.

But I'll hand onto these.

My Sample Value $29.95

(Full size value $29.95)

Medicell Labs Advanced Moisture Eye Mask Duo

This is an under eye treatment mask.  I have a real under eye problem..

I'm tired a lot and having 2 boys, it's crazy!

I have some poofy-ness and dark circles.

With the pricing for this, I'm betting this stuff really works!

My Sample Value $30.00 for 1 treatment

(Full size value $60.00 for 2 treatments)

Trophy Skin Argan Stem Cell Serum

Foil packet--probably 1 or 2 uses.

I love argan oil so this will be used.

My Sample Value $5.20

(Full size value $39.00 for 1oz)

Dr Dennis Gross alpha beta peel

Another kind of product I've never used. 

I'll wait to use this--I'm not really into face peels.

They remind me of a chemical peel and we all know 

what happened to Samantha from Sex and the City.

My Sample Value $2.46 for 1 treatment

(Full size value $148.00 for 60 treatments)

Overall, I'm a little meh about this grab bag.

The value is definitely there but I feel like these are products for people who are older and need strong anti-aging products.  

I'm still 32 so some of these still seem a bit harsh for my skin.

I'll research more and see what I'll be using.

I may pass some onto my mother or grandmother.

The total value for this Grab Bag (roughly) comes to $140.99

wow...that's quite the value.

DERMSTORE Grab Bags ♥

I received an email from DERMSTORE about several grab bags they are releasing!

I made a purchase last month at DERMSTORE after 

receiving a coupon in my Target Beauty Box.  

I had a very pleasant experience with their service so I immediately considered purchasing a grab bag.  (Here's my post about my DERMSTORE purchase)

I'm not sure how often they release grab bags but it looks like they've done a few before.

I looked around and considered purchasing one.

But then I had a coupon for $10 off if I purchase over $30.01.

You will also automatically receive 30 FREE issues of People Magazine. (again, over $30.01)

So to take advantage of the coupon and magazine I purchased 2 boxes.

The 'Resolution Kickstarters' and 'Hair Rescuers'.

I got a free 3 Day delivery so I should expect my boxes this week ♥

DERMSTORE order... ♥

Here is my first DERMSTORE.com order!

I received a $10 coupon code from one of my Target Beauty Boxes.

There was no minimum purchase required so I decided to shop around.

I wanted to make a purchase as close to $10 as I could.

Most items were significantly higher than $10 but I did find a set of dry shampoo...

batiste Dry Shampoo - scent *Tropical*

This was a set of 3 (what looks to be) travel size dry shampoo.

I couldn't decide on a scent so I picked the highest rated one, "Tropical".

After I opened the box I noticed it said 'With a coconut & exotic fragrance'.

Ugh...I'm not a fan of coconut...the taste or smell.

I tested it out and it wasn't too strong but a subtle coconut smell.

I think I can deal ^_^

Set of 3 Batiste Dry Shampoo $11.97

FREE samples and gift

I also received a moisturizer sample by elta MD skincare.

A 20% off coupon code for pur minerals items at the DERMSTORE.com.

And a FREE GIFT mystery bag.

HARRY JOSH Pro Tools

A set of 2 hair clips from the Harry Josh professional styling line.

This is awesome!  It's very sturdy and totally professional grade.

I have so much hair that a lot of 'hair clips' can't keep my hair up.

These work though and the quality is amazing.

What a cool gift!

I also received a 17% off coupon code.

Retails for $10.00

The total value of this order was $21.97.

After my $10 coupon code I paid only $2.16 ♥

What a great deal!  Loved the freebies and I'm happy with the dry shampoo.

And most of all, I've never shopped on this site before but I really enjoyed it.

I'll be looking forward to shopping here again.