As we creep into summer it has come time for another unboxing with a Play! by Sephora May 2018 review. The theme of the May box is Beauty Goals, or #beautygoals. The products inside are touted to be tried-and-true beauty staples that have stood the test of time and have a huge cult following. The theme makes me slightly eerie that I am going to get a box full of samples that I have tried over and over again, but I am trying to keep my head held high. I can at least trust that the box will be full of excellent products with great reviews, leading to a higher success rate that the products will work out for me. I think that I have built up the anticipation long enough, so I will cut open the seal and reveal the gems inside with you now.
Yay! We finally have a cute bag for my Play! by Sephora May 2018 review. It looks like denim with red shoelaces. I reuse the nice bags all over the house for different storage/organizational needs.
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| Play! by Sephora May 2018 bag |
Right off the bat I see that three out of the six products are repeats from past Play! boxes. That is really discouraging to me, even though I love the repeated products. While I am not trying to be dramatic over samples, my point is that if I am paying $10 I want to branch out and try some new items.
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| Play! by Sephora May 2018 products |
Caudalie Vinosource Moisturizing Sorbet
The first item in this Play! by Sephora May 2018 review boils down to be a moisturizer from Caudalie. It claims to have a unique formula that transforms from a cream into a gel as you rub it over the skin. The cream itself is white with no distinguishable scent. The moisturizer is supposed to hydrate, soothe, and soften while providing lightweight hydration. It is also should protect the skin from free radicals. The directions state to apply a dime-sized amount to the face and neck morning and night.
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| Caudalie Vinosource Moisturizing Sorbet |
Ouai Wave Spray
I am a big fan of Wave Spray and I do own the full size bottle. Despite it’s price tag, this stuff truly is worth the money. The issue with other wave or beach sprays is that they make my hair extremely crunchy and frizzy, which results in horrible knots and tangles. Wave Spray works without the crunch and tangles. It is also perfumed in a good way. While the directions state to apply it to damp or dry hair and then scrunch, I have some pro tips. I find that the more water, the better for maximum wave. One day I used it for an outdoor event, which ended up being rained out, but my hair looked gorgeous! Since then, I take a spray bottle of water and go to town. You do not have to make yourself look like you took a shower, but be generous. Next, you should also be generous with the Wave Spray. You can even follow up from there with more water. Then scrunch and let your hair dry without messing with it. I also noticed that the sample in this box is 1 fl oz, while the last sample that I got was 1.7 fl oz. Getting cheap there on us, Sephora?
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| Ouai Wave Spray |
Buxom Lash Mascara
Third in my Play! by Sephora May 2018 review is Buxom’s Lash Mascara. It makes the same claims as pretty much every mascara ever. The claims are separation, length, volume, no clumping, with a deeply pigmented formula. The wand is a thick hourglass shape, which is supposed to aid you in reaching all of your lashes. You may notice that I tend not to show the mascara wands. I have a bunch of mascaras in my collection with no idea as to when I will get to a particular one. I do not want to dry out my mascara by opening it months before use.
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| Buxom Lash Mascara |
Kat Von D Tattoo Liner in Trooper
Tattoo Liner may just be my favorite eyeliner in the brush/liquid category, and this is my third sample. I feel as though it is highly innovative with it’s fine and long brush tip that is inspired by a tattoo needle. The liner tip makes it easy for me to control the thickness of my line unlike any eyeliner I have ever used. Some days I like a thick line, and others thin. All too often my thin liner days turn into an eyelid covered in eyeliner in a hurry, but not with this eyeliner. A common issue that occurs with felt tip liners is that over time the tip of the applicator gets bent, or the entire applicator looses form. This one does not. It really is good until the final drop.
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| Kat Von D Tattoo Liner in Trooper |
Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer
Next up in my Play! by Sephora May 2018 review is a primer. Veil Mineral Primer is supposed to be good for oily skin such as mine. It claims to reduce the look of redness, pores, and fine lines while providing weightless UV protection, repelling water, and smoothing skin’s texture. The directions state to apply a pea-sized amount to the face. This primer has a unique applicator- a silicone stick and paddle. It has a lot of flex, which is good. I figure I will just wipe the paddle all over my face to apply, then rub with my fingers. My only worry is being able to use up all of the product as it dwindles down. I am afraid that will be a hard feat with the paddle. I prefer a primer that I can squeeze, pour, or pump, but I do not want to discredit the unique applicator.
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| Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer |
Atelier Cologne Clementine California
The bonus item to end this Play! by Sephora May 2018 review is a perfume sample. As we know by now, Atelier Cologne specializes in citrus scents. As someone who has had a Clementine California sample before, you will definitely smell like citrus all day long. The Clementine California perfume is definitely perfect for summer, with notes of fruit, floral, star anise, vetiver, and California clementine. It features a warm base with a hint of something fruity.
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| Atelier Cologne Clementine California |
Despite half of my Play! by Sephora May 2018 review being repeat samples, it is hard to be mad when you are getting great products that you know, love, and trust. I will definitely repurchase the eyeliner and wave spray. I do think that the theme of the box matches the products. Are any of the products in the box ride or die products for you? Please start a discussion with me in the comments below! Until next time, continue to let your true beauty shine.
Be sure to check out my April 2018 review and all of my Play! by Sephora reviews.
