A few weeks ago I received this impressive box featuring some beauty products that are currently available at Bloomingdale’s. Anyone a fan of that store? I wish I could be, because the store is so fancy…but unfortunately the nearest one is almost 3 hours away. ๐ Thank God for online shopping, am I right?!
One of the affiliate programs I am a part of, Ratuken Affiliate Network (RAN), reached out to me a few weeks ago to see if I would like to try some highend picks from Bloomingsdale’s. I had no idea what would be coming within the box, but I was excited. If it was coming from Bloomingdale’s, I knew it would be good!
Bloomingdale’s Picks for this Fall
Missoni Eau de Toilette || Retail: $94 || Click for More Info
I feel like fragrance is really difficult to “review” because everyone has different preferences when it comes to scents. And I am horrible at description, haha. But I’ll give it a try!
This Eau de Toilette is lovely. They’ve literally taken my two favorite scents — citrus and wood — and mixed it with a scent that I like in moderation — floral — to create my “ideal” fragrance. The lasting power of this is wonderful, too. The first day I used this I spritz some on my sleeve and I caught whiffs of it all day. It was very nice — definitely strong in the beginning, which is good, but within 10-15 minutes it “settled” into the perfect perfume strength. IMO. ๐
Bobbi Brown Sparkle Eyeshadow in Silver Moon || Retail: $33 || Click for More Info
As you can see from the title this eyeshadow is meant to be a pressed glitter product. I am not the biggest fan of glitter (I prefer my mattes, we all know this, haha!) but I do enjoy playing with them on occasion. I found this very beautiful and lovely on the eyes. It was hard to photograph because there is almost no color to this shadow — it’s just jam-packed with sparkle! ๐ I like that this is pressed, making it a lot easier to work with.
Personally, this would not my first choice if I were to purchase from the Bobbi Brown line, but I can’t deny that this is a nice shadow for a glitter. I think my favorite thing is that this pressed glitter doesn’t feel rough or chunky. It’s very smooth, which is rare in a glitter-type-eyeshadow. At least in my experience.
Clinique Block Purifying Charcoal Clay Mask & Scrub|| Retail: $28 || Click for More Info
Clinique designed this clay mask for all skin types, which is great! As far as the ‘scrub’ aspect to this mask, it’s very gentle. I wish I could speak to the effectiveness of the mask, but being that it’s a skincare item and I’ve only used it twice I can’t give you a lot of insight.
I can say, though, that my skin was freaking out this month after trying a heavily-fragranced mask. I had several rather big zits that were pretty angry on my face when I used this mask out for the first time. And I am very happy to see that not only do I not have any new breakouts, but my skin has calmed down, too. Will definitely continue to use — follow me on Snapchat if you want to stay in-the-know of how this works over time!
Eve Lom Cleanser || Retail: $50 || Click for More Info
I am completely new to this brand, but I liked the concept of having a muslin cloth to help you cleansing, exfoliating, and improve skin circulation all at the same time. I am not sure if this brand is “all natural”, but this cleanser most definitely has that type of smell to it. A very herbal, so if you don’t like that…you’ve been warned, lol. I found this mask very effective in removing my makeup — all except my mascara. I liked that I didn’t feel like I had to follow this with a regular, gentle cleanser to remove the balm. It washed away easily with water and this muslin cloth.
I will say that the price scares me — I honestly don’t think I will be repurchasing this product. But if you can afford to spend money on skincare this is a nice product. Only time will tell the long-term benefits of using this cleanser.
Kevyn Aucoin Eyelash Curler || Retail: $21 || Click for More Info
If you’ve been reading my recent post, then you know I’ve stopped using eyelash curlers. But for the sake of being thorough and informative, I did test this out. I liked how light weight this is and it felt very gentle on my eye. My last eyelash curler was a $1 one from ELF and I could definitely feel a difference in quality. I wouldn’t go so far to say that it curled my lashes any better than the ELF one…maybe a little bit…but it was certainly a more luxurious experience. ๐
One big con I had with this product, however, was that if I wasn’t carefully to keep the sides of this eyelash curler away from my skin, it would pinch me as I started squeezing it closed. I realize that not all face shapes are the same. But for me, I found it a challenge to be able to get to the base of my lashes and not pinch my skin as I curled them.
And that’s everything in my RAN bonus box from Bloomingdale’s. Overall, I am so happy with everything I got. Are you familiar with any of the brands mentioned above? Let me know what I should try out next! <3
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Kristi V BeginNails says
Love Clinique products! I don’t know where my nearest Bloomingdale’s is, but online shopping for the win!
Katie G says
Yes, I am such a big online shopper!
Melissa says
That cleanser is so intriguing!
Katie G says
I love cleansing balms!
CosmetopiaDigest says
I love the Eve Lom cleansing balm and am on my third pot – it was my first balm cleanser. I apply it on a dry face, massage gently – you can feel how it dislodges the makeup – and remove it with a damp washcloth before emulsifying the remnants with water. I follow with a second cleanser and that’s it.
Katie G says
I am big at double cleansing, too! Cleansing balms or oils are the only way I remove my makeup — I just don’t like makeup remover wipes, lol
Stacie Hamilton says
Nice products! I wish we had Bloomingdales here in Texas. I always shop there when I’m on vacation in cities that have it there.
Katie G says
Haha, sounds like me — I love to shop at stores that I don’t have local when I am on vacation ๐
Jenne - Polished Pathology says
Clinique has always had some of my favorite skincare! That Bobbi Brown shimmer looks beautiful, too
Katie G says
I’ve used them on and off over the years, but have really enjoyed all the skincare I’ve used!
Jamie | Makeup Life and Love says
I so so so soooo need and want to try that Missoni. I keep reading raving reviews about how awesome it smells. What a good set of goodies. Looks like I will be headed to Bloomingdales.
Katie G says
Yes, girl! Spray away and see what you think. I’ve been loving it for fall!
nichole costa says
I love and adore that EVE LOM cleanser, but I love that muslin cloth even moreso. Try combining it with a more budget-friendly cleansing balm. It is amazing.
Katie G says
I will have to try that, thanks for the tip!
Stacie @ wacie.com says
What a cool box! I’ve never shopped at Bloomingdales just because there aren’t any in my area, but I’d like to buy something there just to say I did. That Bobbi Brown glitter shadow, though pricey, looks like my style!
Katie G says
I know, same here, hahaha!
Nikki says
I don’t have a Bloomingdales anywhere near me either but that Bobbi Brown shadow is gorgeous!
Katie G says
I know girl, such a pretty shadow!
Emily Draher says
Beautiful products. I love the look of that Bobbi Brown eyeshadow!
Katie G says
I can’t wait to use it in some holiday looks! ๐
ellesees.net says
I likethe Eve Lom cleanser–there’s a review on it on the blog. I like the KA mascara msurler, but likeyou said, it fits my eyes/face shape, so it doesn’t pinch. Isn’t that crazy how different products can vary on each person?
Katie G says
Yes, it is! face shapes are so different, lol ๐
Nina says
I want that charcoal mask!! It looks fabulous!!
Katie G says
Its been doing good things to my skin recently! ๐
Stepford Witch says
I’m so curious about Kevyn Aucoin’s eyelash curler. I heard he designed the Shu Uemura one so I wonder if his is better!
Katie G says
I always hear great things about the Shu Uemura one, so that’s cool! This one is nice, depending on your eye shape. I think maybe my eye just doesn’t have the right curve to it, or something, because I have to be REAL careful not to pinch myself!