August 2026 Ipsy Ultimate – Fall Collection

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I’m still playing catch-up after my vacation in early August, plus moving my youngest off to college…not to mention a bunch of other fuckery…

I was skeptical of the skincare heavy Fall Collection…but my skin says otherwise. I have a whole new skincare regimen!

The skincare products were two of my choices for the box: Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash ($59) and Ilia Beauty The Base Face Milk ($58). I don’t know that my face is exactly “resurfaced” but it’s definitely glowy. The Face Milk took some getting used to, but it’s the perfect amount of hydration for a hot, humid Southeast Texas summer. I also chose NARS Cosmetics Afterglow Sensual Shine Lipstick in “High Gear” ($36), but I haven’t tried it yet.

Speaking of skincare, I’ve also used the Beauty Bio Swipe & Glow Peel Pads ($45). Nothing has peeled? I’ve also been using the Merit Shade Slick Gelée Tinted Lip Oil in “Jeté” ($24). I liked it at first, but I feel like it gums up on my lips and I have to wipe the gunk off and reapply?

I haven’t had a chance to sample the rest of my Fall Collection: Makeup by Mario Master Mascara ($28); Mutha Up All Night Eye Cream ($90 – really?); and Sachajuan Hair Repair Treatment Mask ($39).

$379 worth of products…not bad! I’m thinking I’ll actually try the rest of the products eventually, barring further fuckery.

I subscribe to the original ipsy bag for $14/month (recently increased from $13/month) and ipsy Ultimate (formerly Icon Box, and before that – Glam Bag X) for an extra $60/quarterly (recently increased from $43/quarterly). If you’d like to try Ipsy –  click here. I’ll earn 250 points if you sign up through my referral link.

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