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It's been a hot minute since I've done a haul post, but with the holiday shopping season upon us...you can expect me to make up for that. I probably shouldn't be spending so much money (not because I can't afford it, you should NEVER spend beyond your means, but because I should save and put it to better use), but stuff is so expensive nowadays I feel like those dollars add up real fast. I didn't even get a lot of stuff...at least I don't feel like I got a lot of stuff. Is 6 products considered a lot? Anywho, it still ended up costing so much money even with 20% off.

If I had gotten everything that was sitting in my cart (which was still not everything I wanted) I probably would've spent like $500...and that's without the new Dyson Airwrap set, so I did reign it in and pear down my list significantly. There is one more thing that I wish I would've kept in my cart, or at least traded for one of the other products that I did get, especially since it was limited edition, but it's too late now. The product I wish I would've gotten is the Marc Jacobs Enamored Hi-Shine Lip Lacquer in Shine A Light.

Since the Fenty Beauty isn't limited edition and the Marc Jacobs is, I kind of wish I would've gotten the Marc Jacobs instead and held off on the Fenty until the next VIB sale in the spring, but I was looking at the numbers and trying to bring down my overall spending and the Fenty was cheaper, so I went with that instead...but the gold is so beautiful and probably would've been perfect for the upcoming holiday season.

Anywho, no use lamenting over spilt milk. As for everything else, I am super excited to get and try these out (not that I'm not still excited for my Fenty lip gloss). You'll notice a trend of anti-aging skincare in this haul and that's because I've been really into anti-aging lately. I feel like my skin has suffered and gone through a lot this past year and it's really starting to show, so fingers crossed that I can help to reverse the clock with the help of these products...although I already know that the J.One Jelly Cream is working wonders on my skin.

Belif Aqua Bomb Mist

Sephora: https://go.magik.ly/ml/gs94/

An ultra-fine, soft, and lightweight mist formulated with Aqua Bomb’s lady’s mantle extract and star weed to hydrate skin for a healthy glow without smudging makeup.

This mist spray nozzle and formula are unique because the particles of this spray are smaller than water particles, making it ultra-lightweight and soft. The lightweight mist contains the Aqua Bomb's lady's mantle extract for a burst of hydration and star weed extract for a healthy glow. Not only does the mist balance the skin's oil and water levels (pH-balancing), but the mist container disperses long, ultra-fine mist with a single spray, allowing users to hydrate and add glow to skin without smudging makeup. Add a natural-looking radiance to your skin with the Aqua Bomb Mist.

THOUGHTS: Forthcoming

Blithe Vital Treatment Essence for Lifting

Sephora: https://go.magik.ly/ml/hbi4/

A hydrating, anti-aging essence that improves the appearance of rough skin with a blend of eight nourishing beans

This nourishing essence is formulated with 80 percent bean extracts—including lentil, black bean, carob, and soybean extracts. This soothing, deeply hydrating blend is supported by small capsules of vitamin E, which instantly melt into the skin upon application leaving it balanced and prepped for next skin care steps. Packed with antiaging and hydrating ingredients, skin is left smooth and youthful-looking.

THOUGHTS: Forthcoming

Fenty Beauty By Rihanna Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer - Diamond Milk

Sephora: https://go.magik.ly/ml/gs9w/

THE stop-everything, give-it-to-me gloss delivers explosive shine, now in two universal shades handpicked by Rihanna herself. Each shade is designed to be the ultimate finishing touch to any look. Drench lips in the Fenty Glow, a perfect rose nude—we’re talking the unicorn of nudes that looks good on everyone—Or glaze them in Diamond Milk, a shimmering wash of milky pearl that’s like a dewy highlight for your lips.

One luscious swipe of Gloss Bomb’s XXL wand gives lips more to love, while conditioning shea butter enriches from within. Lips look instantly fuller and smoother. The non-sticky formula is super shiny and has an addictive peach-vanilla scent you just can’t get enough of.

THOUGHTS: Forthcoming

J.One Jelly Cream

Sephora: https://go.magik.ly/ml/h5bl/

An anti-aging powerhouse with a Nobel Prize-winning ingredient for skin brightening, plumping, firming, and softening benefits.

Jelly Cream is an ultra-lightweight, anti-aging powerhouse that delivers a potent burst of brightening fullerene, a Nobel Prize-winning ingredient that oxygenates and delivers visible lift and plumpness to the skin. The silky gel formula provides lasting hydration, while a bouncy blend of manuka honey, propolis, and royal jelly nourishes the skin. The featherlight formula also brims with sugar cane extract and potent botanical moisturizers for a firm, fresh, luminous complexion.

THOUGHTS: https://ahnspired.blogspot.com/2018/06/jone-skincare.html

Private Doctor Minus Serum

Sephora: https://go.magik.ly/ml/hbib/

A silky, skin-smoothing anti-aging serum—inspired by ID Hospital's in-office treatments—to target sagging skin, wrinkles, and areas that lack elasticity, including the neck and décolleté.

This formula is infused with ID.SCULPT Technology—a blend of Micro-Tingling Spicules and a patented Sodium Deoxycholate Complex—that work together to help define and firm the appearance of skin over time. Experience the exclusive skin secrets from Dr. Sang Hoon Park, founder of Korea's premier dermatology clinic ID Hospital. ID Hospital's cutting edge procedures and research make it the insider and celebrity go-to destination for the latest skincare trends throughout Asia.

THOUGHTS: Forthcoming

Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream

Sephora: https://go.magik.ly/ml/gshe/

A deeply hydrating, calming moisture cream powered by adaptogenic herbs and mushrooms: ashwagandha, rhodiola, reishi, and holy basil.

This deeply moisturizing cream is especially good for dry skin types. Adaptogenic herbs and mushrooms calm the skin when faced with daily stressors like UV rays and environmental pollutants. Pentapeptide calms the stress reaction in sensitive and irritated skin.

THOUGHTS: Forthcoming

References...

1. Sephora

FTC disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means I may receive a commission for purchases made through my links.

Oh my goodness, November is right around the corner and holiday sets have been pouring out and I am getting super excited for Black Friday. I've been adding stuff to my carts in preparation and I was going through my emails and found out that Sephora's Holiday Bonus has already started! So I thought I would share with you some of my recommendations and wishlist items.

I myself probably shouldn't go too crazy this year because I do plan on buying myself a BIG...VERY BIG present this year. It's something that' I've been wanting for awhile now (aka the past few years) and after all the health troubles that I had this year I figured it was time to just finally bite the bullet and invest in one and my health...I plan on getting a treadmill for my home and that is no cheap investment, so I shouldn't...nay I CAN'T go crazy this year, but boy are they making it hard.

Although in all honesty, I probably shouldn't be buying anything at all considering how crazy stupid expensive the treadmill that I want is, but let's be real...there's no way I'm not gonna buy anything else, so before I get into the products, here is the Holiday Beauty Insider Bonus schedule...

Rouge: 20% off with code ROUGEBONUS from 10/26/2018 - 10/29/2018

VIB: 20% off with code VIBBONUS from 11/9/2018 - 11/12/2018

Beauty Insiders: 15% off with code BIBONUS from 11/16/2018 - 11/19/2018

Now for my recommendations and wishlist items from Sephora (in alphabetical order of course, as always)...

BELIF Aqua Bomb Mist (Wishlist)

https://go.magik.ly/ml/gs94/

An ultra-fine, soft, and lightweight mist formulated with Aqua Bomb’s lady’s mantle extract and star weed to hydrate skin for a healthy glow without smudging makeup.

REASON: I love their Aqua Bomb moisturizer, so when I saw they came out with a mist...I got super excited and immediately placed it into my cart...where it's been patiently sitting waiting for the holiday bonus sale.

BELIF Pore Cleaner Moisturizer (Wishlist)

https://go.magik.ly/ml/gs98/

A translucent, watery-gel moisturizer combining the toner, essence, and moisturizer steps into one to minimize the appearance of pores while reducing sebum production for a clearer, smoother appearance.

Formulated with dandelion root extract, an antioxidant known for its soothing properties and belif's antioxidant-rich sebum control herb complex (rosehip, apple mint, and eucalyptus), this watery-gel moisturizer cleans the pores without stripping the skin of moisture or irritating the skin. Although this is ideal for normal to combination skin types, drier skin types can also incorporate this into your routine by phasing in as necessary when your pores feel clogged with dirt or debris.

REASON: It's a multi-tasking 3-in-1 item, so of course I want to try it. Anything I can find to trim down my skincare routine I'm all for...without compromising the quality of course.

BELIF The True Cream Aqua Bomb (Recommendation)

https://go.magik.ly/ml/gs9d/

An ultra-lightweight, oil-free gel-cream that instantly cools and refreshes skin while providing intensive hydration.

This formula contains a blend of apothecary herbs, including antioxidant-rich lady's mantle which helps neutralize skin-damaging free radicals, improves skin elasticity, and minimizes the appearances of pores. The refreshing cream is formulated to burst when applied, releasing a flood of weightless moisture onto skin for a healthy, smooth, supple appearance.

REVIEW: https://ahnspired.blogspot.com/2018/06/belif-skincare.html

DYSON Airwrap™ Styler - Smooth & Control (Wishlist)

https://go.magik.ly/ml/gs9r/

A styler that is engineered for multiple hair types and styles, featuring Coanda air styling and propelled by the Dyson digital motor so users can curl, wave, smooth, and dry with no extreme heat.

REASON: Oh my goodness...when I saw that Dyson came out with this I got so excited, but then I was disappointed because it's freaking sold out already! How is this sold out already? It's sooo expensive. I was really hoping to get this with the holiday bonus, but looks like that is not going to happen. They probably won't restock it until after the bonus sale 😢

ERNO LASZLO Detoxifying Double Cleanse Travel Set (Recommendation)

https://go.magik.ly/ml/gtdt/

A luxurious cleansing oil-and-bar duet that promotes skin’s natural detoxification and dissolves trapped oils, impurities, and residue on contact.

The lightweight Detoxifying Double Cleanse Travel Set deeply cleanses to dissolve surface impurities and makeup, even reducing the look of large pores—without leaving skin feeling tight or dry. Detoxifying Cleansing Oil transforms from black to white on contact, where powerhouse cleansing agent charcoal draws out impurities like a magnet. Brimming with sea water and grape seed oil, the formula delivers energizing minerals to combat everyday buildup for a restored, healthier, and younger look. Following the oil cleanse, the Detoxifying Cleansing Bar is a unique blend that works with the oil to fight toxins and promote natural skin exfoliation, cell turnover, and circulation to create a visibly clearer, more balanced, and soothed complexion.

REVIEW: I never did a post on this with my thoughts because I can't remember specifically what it was that I loved about this...all I remember about this product was that it was awesome and I loved it and thought it was totally worth the price tag even though it is stupid expensive...especially if you buy the full sizes of both of these, but this travel set is a great way to try this product out. I don't know why I never jotted down my thoughts on this product, and my memory is not so good due to my hypothyroidism so I have no idea other than the fact that I thought it was awesome...and a great product to get if one was in a splurgy mood.

FARMACY Dew It All Total Eye Cream with Echinacea GreenEnvy™ (Recommendation)

https://go.magik.ly/ml/gtem/

A powerfully moisturizing eye cream to treat the total eye zone and help minimize signs of aging, stress, and fatigue. (This is the same eye cream formerly known as Eye Dew.)

Dew It All is a total eye cream that aids in reducing the appearance of dark circles and brightening the under-eye area. It moisturizes, helps visibly firm, and restores the appearance of elasticity to the skin around the eyes. The formula contains Echinacea GreenEnvy™, a unique, patent-protected variant of echinacea purpurea that contains a high concentration of cichoric acid, which helps protect the skin by supporting natural collagen and combatting uneven skin tone.

Naturally high in vitamins, Dew It All total eye cream has antioxidant properties to help fight signs of aging. Rosehip extract helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Chamomile and calendula extracts are known to reduce redness and soothe the skin. The result is soothed, smoother-looking skin around the eye area for a rested, even-toned, and youthful appearance.

REVIEW: https://ahnspired.blogspot.com/2018/06/farmacy-skincare.html

FENTY BEAUTY BY RIHANNA Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer - Diamond Milk (Wishlist)

https://go.magik.ly/ml/gs9w/

REASON: I love lip gloss...I love sparkle...I LOVE sparkly lip gloss. Plus, I loved the original Fenty Glow gloss so when I saw that Rhianna came out with another "color" of course I wanted it.

FENTY BEAUTY BY RIHANNA Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer - Fenty Glow (Recommendation)

https://go.magik.ly/ml/gs9w/

REVIEW: I thought I had a post about this with my thoughts, but apparently I never actually did one...but I love this thing. Super glossy and shiny and pretty and comfortable...and the color is perfect. Love the packaging too.

FOREO UFO™ Mini (Wishlist)

https://go.magik.ly/ml/gteo/

A smart, Bluetooth-enabled mask combining ground-breaking hyper-infusion technology with innovative formulas for a complete facial treatment in 90 seconds.

A sophisticated smart mask, Foreo’s UFO™ Mini combines highly effective skincare technologies with exclusive mask formulas for a professional-level skincare experience in seconds. Featuring enhanced hyper-infusion technology, UFO Mini integrates thermo-therapy and cryo-therapy to push mask essence into skin’s surface and lock in moisture while reducing the appearance of pores. T-sonic pulsations gently massage mask essence into the skin, while full-spectrum LED light therapy completely rejuvenates skin—unveiling a refined, radiant complexion.

REASON: A high tech masking device from Foreo? Of course I'm gonna want it.

IT COSMETICS Your Skin But Better™ CC+Illumination™ Cream with SPF 50+ (Recommendation)

https://go.magik.ly/ml/gtes/

A color-correcting, full-coverage, anti-aging skincare cream with SPF 50+ physical sunscreen and illuminators.

Infused with proprietary Drops of Light Technology™ for a subtle touch of radiance, Your Skin But Better™ CC+ Illumination™ with SPF 50+ delivers full, flawless, perfect coverage and protects your skin with SPF 50+ UVA/UVB broad-spectrum physical sunscreen. Clinically tested to provide intense hydration, support improved appearance in skin texture, and enhance the look of skin brightness without glitter or shimmer, this breakthrough color-correcting cream doesn't crease or crack and instantly camouflages imperfections, including dark spots. It’s formulated with an advanced anti-aging serum made of hydrolyzed collagen, peptides, vitamins, and antioxidants that work in harmony to visually diminish the look of wrinkles and pores for a more luminous, supple, and flawless-looking complexion.

REVIEW: Again, I thought I had a post up about this with my thoughts, but apparently not. I'll have to get that up for you guys, but in the meantime I love this stuff. This is by far my #1 favorite when it comes to foundations/BB Creams/CC Creams. I love me a dewy illuminated complexion, so I personally go for this pink illuminating tube, but they also have a regular one in a gray tube: https://go.magik.ly/ml/gtez/...that one still has a nice glow-y satin finish, but less illuminating than the pink one. Regardless, both are fantastic.

MARC JACOBS BEAUTY Enamored Hi-Shine Lip Lacquer Lipgloss (Wishlist)

https://go.magik.ly/ml/gt7c/

A high-shine lip gloss in covetable shades with lasting brilliance.
Enamored Hi-Shine Lip Lacquer lip gloss delivers maximum color and brilliance with its unique Triple Shine Complex, a blend of high-performance ingredients that provide unstoppable wear and shine like "30 coats of lacquer." The brilliant shine contributes to an optical plumping look. And, Enamored feels cushiony on the lips, never sticky. This mint-scented lip gloss collection features a profusion of creamy pinks, shimmering lavenders, and iridescent brights that give lips a lush look with lasting color and unbelievable shine.

REASON: I LOVE lip gloss and these look beautiful and shimmery and I am just really drawn to them and want them. They do have a holiday kit: https://go.magik.ly/ml/gt8i/, but I'm not feeling all of the colors. The colors that I'm drawn to are: Ch-Ch-Changes, Cream & Sugar, Sugar Sugar, Love Buzz, Whip It and 306 Boom.

MARC JACOBS BEAUTY Enamored Hi-Shine Lip Lacquer Lipgloss - Shine A Light (Wishlist)
https://go.magik.ly/ml/gt8f/

A limited-edition, high-shine lip gloss with lasting brilliance in new glitzy gold shade with pink shimmer.

Enamored Hi-Shine Gloss Lip Lacquer delivers maximum color and brilliance with its unique Triple Shine Complex, a blend of high-performance ingredients that provide unstoppable wear and shine—like 30 coats of lacquer. The brilliant shine contributes to an optical plumping look. Enamored feels cushiony on the lips, never sticky.

This limited-edition, glitzy gold shade, Shine a Light, joins the bestselling Enamored lineup, giving lips lasting color and unbelievable glossiness with a touch of creamy mint flavor. The covetable, mirrored, gold packaging and festive shade makes it the perfect add-on to any gift.

REASON: Oh my goodness, this looks absolutely gorgeous. A gold glittery lip gloss? Yes, please.

MARC JACOBS BEAUTY Enamored Hydrating Lip Gloss Stick (Wishlist)
https://go.magik.ly/ml/gt4n/

A sheer lip gloss in a stick with an irresistible, melt-on, cushiony texture that delivers conditioning color with a high-shine finish.

Experience radiance on the run. Enamored Hydrating Lip Gloss Stick pours the brilliant shine of a gloss into a nourishing tinted balm with luxurious lip care benefits. It glides on effortlessly, indulging lips with an irresistible melt-on texture that feels ultra-plush and creamy. Featuring vitamin-rich kahai oil, this comfortable, non-sticky formula with a creamy mint scent helps protect, moisturize, and soften lips. The custom teardrop-shaped applicator hugs the curves of your lips for the perfect finishing touch, even on the go—no mirror required.

Choose from an easy-to-wear mix of creamy mauve, shimmering nude, and bright pops of color to add dimension and the shine of 30 coats of lacquer. It’s the perfect everyday accessory that looks good with everything. Tuck it into your pocket so you’re always ready to indulge in the best of covetable shades with a can’t-live-without texture.

REASON: Shallow, I know, but it looks pretty....and the swatches look so shiny and amazing. The colors all look great, but the ones that I'm particularly drawn to are: Black Cherry Baby, Sugar Sugar and Candy Bling.

MILK MAKEUP Meet The Fam Milk Bestsellers Set (Wishlist)
https://go.magik.ly/ml/gsa7/

A set of mini, travel-friendly versions of Milk Makeup’s bestselling makeup and skincare sticks, plus a mini KUSH Mascara, all in a rainbow glitter clutch.

This set contains:
- Mini KUSH Mascara
- 0.21 oz Mini Cooling Water Under-Eye De-Puffer Stick
- 0.22 oz Mini Watermelon Brightening Serum
- 0.19 oz Mini Blur Stick Matte Primer
- 0.21 oz Mini Lip + Cheek in Werk
- 0.23 oz Mini Highlighter in Lit
- 0.25 oz Mini Holographic Highlighter Stick in Supernova
- Rainbow glitter clutch

REASON: I have been wanting to try this brand for the longest time and for some reason I just haven't...so this cute little holiday set would probably be a great way to try out a little bit of everything.

SHISEIDO Facial Cotton (Recommendation)
https://go.magik.ly/ml/gtfl/

This exclusive Facial Cotton is 100 percent natural and uniquely manufactured for a consistent soft, smooth texture.

REVIEW: Time to stock up!!! https://ahnspired.blogspot.com/2017/01/shiseido-skincare.html

YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream (Wishlist)
https://go.magik.ly/ml/gshe/

A deeply hydrating, calming moisture cream powered by adaptogenic herbs and mushrooms: ashwagandha, rhodiola, reishi, and holy basil.

This deeply moisturizing cream is especially good for dry skin types. Adaptogenic herbs and mushrooms calm the skin when faced with daily stressors like UV rays and environmental pollutants. Pentapeptide calms the stress reaction in sensitive and irritated skin.

REASON: I got so excited when I saw this had launched. I've only tried a couple products from this brand, but I LOVE this brand. Their products are stupid expensive, but I love and am drawn to this brand nonetheless. It's definitely my go to splurgy brand...and I was excited to see that they had a moisturizer with adaptogens in it especially after all the research I had been doing earlier this year in relation to my hypothyroidism.

YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE Superfood Air-Whip Hyaluronic Acid Moisture Cream (Recommendation)
https://go.magik.ly/ml/gtfo/

A multifunction, lightweight face cream loaded with superfoods—kale, spinach, and green tea—and hyaluronic acid to moisturize skin.

Packed with green leafy superfoods, Youth To The People’s lightweight, Air-Whip Hyaluronic Acid Moisture Cream restores and rejuvenates with crosslinked hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, and phytonutrients. The refreshing, subtle scent is naturally derived from the nourishing extracts.

REVIEW: https://ahnspired.blogspot.com/2017/05/youth-to-people-skincare.html

YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE Superfood Antioxidant Cleanser (Recommendation)
https://go.magik.ly/ml/gtfn/

An antioxidant-rich gel cleanser loaded with superfoods—kale, spinach, and green tea—to balance and remove toxins without stripping the skin.

Packed with antioxidant-rich kale, spinach, green tea, and alfalfa, Youth To The People’s Superfood Cleanser keeps your skin glowing and helps combat environmental stressors and redness. Designed for daily use and gentle enough for all skin types, It’s gentle, non-drying, and removes makeup easily, leaving your skin refreshed and clean. Use it daily to minimize buildup in pores, while keeping your skin balanced and healthy-looking.

REVIEW: https://ahnspired.blogspot.com/2017/05/youth-to-people-skincare.html

YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE Superfood Firm and Brighten Vitamin C Serum (Wishlist)
https://go.magik.ly/ml/gshf/

A high-performance firming and brightening serum loaded with superfoods—kale and spinach—for a bright, healthy-looking complexion.

This multifunction serum is a powerful combination of superfoods and science. This high-performance elixir contains a potent youth complex of peptides, age-defying antioxidants, illuminating vitamin C, and cross linked hyaluronic acid. Its lightweight texture is quickly absorbed into the skin, helping to combat free radicals and environmental stressors. Vitamin C helps brighten skin and reduce the look of hyperpigmentation, while hyaluronic acid deeply moisturizes to visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

REASON: Again, this is my go to splurgy brand, and though this is stupid expensive I am just drawn to it and really want to give it a go so what better time than during the holiday bonus sale to get this...this way I at least get a little bit of a break of the price.

YVES SAINT LAURENT Volupté Tint-in-Balm (Recommendation)
https://go.magik.ly/ml/gtfe/

A hybrid lipstick that combines nourishing balm care with glowing, sheer color for a hint of tint that enhances lip color.

Volupté Tint-in-Balm’s unique, dual formula gives your lips twice the benefits—plus, a signature, pomegranate scent. The lip-shaped heart that runs through the bullet is packed with conditioning lip balm ingredients like apricot butter and jojoba oil for deeply nourished lips. This lip-shaped core runs from top to bottom, so that it never runs out. The outer core of the lipstick provides a lasting kiss of tint, imparting glowing sheer color that’s both vivid and brilliant.

REVIEW: Stupid expensive and there's no reason to spend this much money on a lip balm, but if you are feeling splurgy than this is a great product...and it's got gorgeous packaging...and it's super cute with the lips in the middle of the bullet...and it's super comfortable and hydrating on the lips and gives you that perfect natural sheer hint of color.

BTW...in case you were curious about the expensive treadmill that I want...

Nordictrack X22i Incline Trainer
https://www.nordictrack.com/treadmills/x22i-incline-trainer

This thing is crazy stupid expensive, and there are of course MUCH cheaper treadmills out there, but this thing looks amazing and I really want it. The biggest reason that I want this particular one though is that it's got the capability of going to a 40% incline. How crazy is that? Not only that, but this thing also even has a 6 % decline. No other treadmill out there...that I know of, has this capability and I love to go hiking, so what better way to train and stay in shape for the trails.

My health kicked me in the butt and sidelined me this past year, and after the year long hiatus (part of which I basically spent in bed hibernating) I would love to have the capability to do steep incline workouts at home to recondition myself for the trails. Not the easy local trails, but like actual harder trails like Angels Landing at Zion Canyon.

Also, I love and am drawn to that huge 22" screen that this has. I feel like it will let me really immerse myself into their iFit Coach workouts, which look awesome and amazing, and therefore really motivate me to actually use the treadmill and workout, so it's a HUGE investment, but I think it will be one that's very worthwhile.

References...
1. Sephora
2. Nordictrack

FTC disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means I may receive a commission for purchases made through my links.

belif Bestsellers On-The-Go

https://go.magik.ly/ml/bul5/

A five-piece, travel-friendly kit of first-class skincare must-haves.

This carryon-friendly kit includes belif's first-class must-haves in a limited edition travel pouch. Creamy Cleansing Foam Moist is a vitamin C-packed, creamy foam cleanser that gently yet effectively removes makeup and impurities while hydrating. Bergamot Herbal Extract Toner is a fast-absorbing gel-liquid toner that tones and refreshes all skin types. Hungarian water essence is infused with legendary Hungarian water, which is renowned for keeping the skin hydrated and glowing. Moisturizing and Firming Eye Cream provides long-lasting moisture and elasticity to the delicate eye area. The True Cream Aqua Bomb floods the skin with a burst of refreshing hydration to replenish and revive and absorbs completely for a healthy, smooth, supple appearance.

In a clinical test of The True Cream Aqua Bomb, 4 hours after 1 application: 18% increase in hydration was shown

This Set Contains...

Creamy Cleansing Foam Moist (1.01 oz/ 29.8 ml)

Bergamot Herbal Extract Toner (0.67 oz/ 19.8 ml)

Hungarian Water Essence (0.33 oz/ 10 ml)

Moisturizing & Firming Eye Cream (0.17 oz/ 5 ml)

The True Cream Aqua Bomb (0.33 oz/ 10 ml)

Limited-edition travel pouch

HOW TO USE

Creamy Cleansing Foam Moist: Take a penny-sized amount of the product in your palm, lather with water, and massage gently and thoroughly over the face. Rinse with lukewarm water.

Bergamot Herbal Extract Toner: Moisten a cotton pad and gently sweep across the face, or dispense a dime-sized amount into palm and apply to the face in a gentle patting motion after cleansing.

Hungarian Water Essence: Apply after toner, or before your moisturizer. Can be used as a sleeping mask at night.

Moisturizing & Firming Eye Cream: Gently pat a small amount under the eye with the ring finger until well absorbed, and apply along the brow bone for 360° eye care.

The True Cream Aqua Bomb: Apply as needed to face and neck. Can be used morning and night. For a midday moisture boost, tap gently onto skin. Can be used under makeup as a primer or on top of makeup. Can also be used as a five-minute emergency moisture mask: apply generously to skin and tissue off.

Tip: Mix the Hungarian water essence for a more intense hydration. Refrigerate for a more refreshing hydration.

INGREDIENTS

Creamy Cleansing Foam Moist: Blend Of Apothecary Herbs (Wormwood, Soapberry, and Sweet Flag) - Acts as a natural cleansing agent and an alternative to Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS), which can be irritating on skin.

Myristic Acid, Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Hydrogenated Polydecene, *Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, *Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, *Nepeta Cataria Extract, *Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract, *Baptisia Tinctoria Root Extract, *Stellaria Media (Chickweed) Extract, Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract, Sapindus Mukurossi Fruit Extract, Benincasa Cerifera Seed Extract, Acorus Calamus Root Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Powder, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyquaternium-7, 1,2-Hexanediol, Trisodium EDTA, +Fragrance, Citronnellol, Limonene * : Napiers Original Formula/ + : Fragrances Of Natural Origin.

Bergamot Herbal Extract Toner: Bergamot - Helps to balance and soothe the skin.

Water, Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract(8%), Glycerin, Alcohol Denat, Butylene Glycol, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract, Corchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract, Betaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Methylpropanediol, Polyglutamic Acid, Beta-Glucan, Glyceryl Acrlate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Propylene Glycol, *Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, *Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, *Nepeta Cataria Extract, *Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract, *Baptisia Tinctoria Root Extract, *Stellaria Media (Chickweed) Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Glycereth-26, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, PEG/Ppg/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Peg/Ppg-17/6 Copolymer, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Caster Oil, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Octyldodeceth-16, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Phenyl Trimethicone, Tromethamine, Trisodium EDTA, +Fragrance, Citronnellol, Limonene.

Hungarian Water Essence: Rosemary - Hydrates and detoxifies skin, leaving it smooth, soft, and clear.

Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Salvia Officinalis(Sage) Leaf Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Peucedanum Graveolens (Dill) Extract, Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract, Rose Extract, Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, *Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, *Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, *Nepeta Cataria Extract, *Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract, *Baptisia Tinctoria Root Extract, *Stellaria Media (Chickweed) Extract, +Alchemilla Vulgaris Leaf Extract, +Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract, +Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Leaf Extract, +Plantago Lanceolata Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Triethylhexanoin, Tromethamine, Sclerotium Gum, Ammonium Acryloyldimethltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Trisodium EDTA, ++Fragrance, Citronnellol, Limonene.

Moisturizing & Firming Eye Cream: Natural Oils (Cupuacu Seed Butter and Macadamia Nut Oil) - Help to keep the eye area looking youthful, supple, and firm.

Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Polydecene, PEG-75, Methyl Trimethicone, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ceteary Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Dimethicone/Alcohol, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Jojoba Esters, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Hydrogenated Lecithin, C12-16 Alcohols, Palmitic Acid, Arachidyl Alcohol, Beta-Glucan, Methylpropanediol, Polyglutamic Acid, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Cetearyl Oilvate, Sorbitan Olivate, Betaine, PEG-40 Stearate, Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate, Panthenol, Silica, Tromethamine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, *Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, *Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, *Nepeta Cataria Extract, *Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract, *Baptisia Tinctoria Root Extract, *Stellaria Media (Chickweed) Extract, +Alchemilla Vulgaris Leaf Extract, +Viola Tricolor Extract, +Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, +Spiraea Ulmaria Flower Extract, +Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, **Euphrasia Officinalis Extract, **Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, **Achillea Millefolium Flower Extract, **Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Leaf Extract, **Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract, **Vaccinium Myrtillus Friut Extract, **Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract, Trisodium EDTA, ++Fragrance, Citronnellol, Limonene. * : Napiers Original Formula + : Napiers Moisture Formula ** : Napiers Formula AA ++ : Fragrances Of Natural Origin.

The True Cream Aqua Bomb: Lady's Mantle - Has pore minimizing benefits and helps remove free radicals from skin.

Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Methl Trimethicone, Alcohol Denat, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Malakite Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Alchemilla Vulgaris Leaf Extract*, Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract*, Stellaria Media (Chickweed) Extract*, Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Leaf Extract*, Plantago Lanceolata Leaf Extract*, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract**, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract**, Nepeta Cataria Extract**, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract**, Baptisia Tinctoria Root Extract**, Dimethiconol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Sodium Acrylate/Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Dimethylacrylamide Crosspolymer, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 60, Ceramide 3, Cholesterol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Phenl Trimethicone, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Panthenol, Squalane, Triethylhexanoin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, PEG-150, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, C14-22 Alcohols, Arachidyl Glucoside, Hydrogenated Lecithin, PEG-100 Stearate, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Trisodium EDTA, Fragrance+, Citronellol, Limonene, Citral, Geraniol, Linalool. * : Napiers aqua formula/ ** : Napiers original formula/ + : Fragrances Of Natural Origin.

Free of: Parabens, Sulfates and Phthalates

These products are dermatologist tested, mineral oil-free, synthetic preservative-free, synthetic dye-free, synthetic fragrance-free, and vegan-friendly.

THOUGHTS

Creamy Cleansing Foam Moist - June 11th, 2018: https://go.magik.ly/ml/crpr/
This was a nice creamy foam cleanser, that lathered up nicely and while I did enjoy it, especially when I used it with my Foreo device, was it enough for me to want to invest the $26 that a full sized bottle of this costs? Umm...no. It did a nice job of cleansing my face whilst keeping it hydrated, soft and smooth, but it wasn't mind-blowingly amazing or unique and quite frankly I think it's unnecessary to spend so much on a second step foam cleanser...unless you want to and have money to burn.

Foam cleansers spend such a short amount of time on your face and you rinse it right off anyways, so unless there's something really unique about it or it's just leaps and bounds better than anything else out there on the market, again I think it's unnecessary to invest money on a foam cleanser. While this was nice, and I enjoyed it while I had it, you can find just as good for a lot less so this is a pass for me.

If you are in a splurgy mood though, I would still pass on this one and instead I would go for Youth to the People's Superfood Cleanser: https://ahnspired.blogspot.com/2017/05/youth-to-people-skincare.html. I wasn't that impressed with it initially, but as you can see in my update, I loved it using it in conjunction with my Foreo, so if you have one and don't mind spending some money on a cleanser then I would recommend that one over this one...even though it does cost a bit more.

Bergamot Herbal Extract Toner - June 11th, 2018: https://go.magik.ly/ml/crpo/
This is also a pass for me. It was fine, but there was nothing special about it and quite frankly I have other toners that I love so much more than this one...ones that are far superior in my opinion, as this didn't really seem to do much for my skin. It wasn't good, it wasn't bad it was just whatever. It just seemed to be a standard watery toner...and while I didn't find this to be drying or terrible in any way, I did notice that this has alcohol listed in the ingredients list, and the bad alcohol...alcohol denat. which is denatured alcohol and not good for your skin, and it's pretty far up the list too...it's the 4th ingredient listed, FYI.

I did always layer on a ton of other toners, essences, serums and moisturizers on top of it, so that could be why my skin didn't feel the effects of the alcohol, but at any rate not the best ingredient to have in your skincare either way, so I say save your money...or spend it on Huxley's Extract It Toner: https://ahnspired.blogspot.com/2016/12/huxley-skincare.html instead. That stuff is awesome.

Hungarian Water Essence - June 11th, 2018: https://go.magik.ly/ml/crpm/
I really enjoyed this essence, which actually feels more like a serum than an essence. It's got a really nice silky smooth texture and it's got a viscosity to it, so while not quite a gel, it's not watery either. This is actually very reminiscent of the Goodal Phytorain Murumuru Seed Hydra Serum: https://ahnspired.blogspot.com/2016/10/goodal-skincare.html. From what I can remember, it's got a very similar texture and performs similarly as well.

Anywho, this is very hydrating and moisturizing and leaves your face feeling soft and smooth and with a bit of a radiant glow. All around a great product. That said, would I drop $42 for a full size of this? I dunno...maybe if it were on sale perhaps? Although I say this as I'm trying another serum from Belif that costs $60, which spoiler alert I cringingly admit that I really like. Review on that is forthcoming.

Moisturizing & Firming Eye Cream - June 11th, 2018: https://go.magik.ly/ml/crpd/
Wasn't the biggest fan of this. According to Sephora it "provides lasting hydration and elasticity to the delicate eye area without heaviness" but I beg to differ. While yes it was hydrating, to me it felt heavy, so much so that I ended up trying to use it on my smile lines and my forehead instead as not to be wasteful, but I still ended up not reaching for it and so I never finished it and it's probably expired at this point.

Don't know that it really did much in the way of firming, although to be fair I didn't really use it enough to say, but it definitely is moisturizing...it's very emollient, which is probably why I don't like it. I know it's a strong word, but I HATE emollient heavy products that are suffocating feeling, which is exactly how this product feels. In fact I feel like it was starting to give me milia around my eyes it was so heavy and emollient.

Anywho, if you have extremely dry under eyes and eye areas than perhaps you would actually like this and it actually would be firming as well since it would hydrate the skin and plump it up with moisture (in theory), but it's an obvious pass for me...plus this too contains alcohol. It doesn't specify what type of alcohol so I don't know if it's the good fatty alcohol or the bad one, but just a heads up it contains some type of alcohol.

The True Cream Aqua Bomb - June 11th, 2018: https://go.magik.ly/ml/crp9/
This is a cult favorite of many and I can see why. I love the silky soft smooth gel texture of this moisturizer, which just glides onto the skin and absorbs beautifully. It's lightweight yet very moisturizing and leaves you with a beautiful healthy lit from within radiant glow. It's just a super comfortable moisturizer that is very reminiscent of both Youth to the People's Superfood Cream: https://ahnspired.blogspot.com/2017/05/youth-to-people-skincare.html and Nooni's Ceramide Facial Cream #Fresh: https://ahnspired.blogspot.com/2016/04/nooni.html.

You really can't go wrong with any of these three gel creams, but I do think that Nooni is still my favorite of the three if I had to choose...but it's a very very tight super close race and I like it just a smidge...a hair more than the other two, but despite the fact that I like the Nooni just a teeny tiny bit more I would still buy a full size of this Belif cream and recommend any of the above mentioned three gel moisturizers.

I will say though that the Belif and Youth to the People are more accessible as you can just go to Sephora to pick it up, but Youth to the People is more expensive so the Belif is probably a great option for most people as it's accessible and cheaper. Nooni used to be sold at Ulta, but they don't carry it anymore so the only place you can find it nowadays is on Amazon or Ebay...not that it isn't accessible, but you can't just stroll into the store and pick one up...although more and more people (myself included) do the majority of their shopping online so probably not a big deal...but I digress and ramble.

Oh...I just noticed that this Belif Aqua Bomb contains alcohol denat. which is the bad alcohol, so if you're sensitive or ingredient conscious, though it's more expensive, you might want to splurge and get Youth to the People instead.

Overall - June 11th, 2018: I was super excited to get and have this set, but in the end I was a bit disappointed. This turned out to be just an ok set. If we're keeping score, I liked two of the five products (although one contains alcohol in it), one was ok, one was meh and one I wasn't a fan of. It's nice that I got to try a bunch of different products, but I generally wasn't that excited by a majority of them, so I would say it's a pass. Had I liked all the products in this set it would've been great for travel, but no. Wasn't a fan of the travel bag pouch either.

References...
1. Sephora

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