Monday, October 29, 2012

Influenster Beauty Bloggers Voxbox 2012

Influenster Beauty Blogger VoxBox 2012


Hello ladies, 

Since the influenster relaunch, this was the first voxbox that I received. It's also the second voxbox that I've ever received, the Spring Beauty Voxbox May 2012 was the first voxbox that I ever received. Remember, I still have four exclusive influenster invites, so if you're looking to join, here's your chance! Leave your email in the comment section below and I'll use of my invites just for you! 


Items included in the Beauty Bloggers VoxBox 2012
Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin: $7.29 
Kiss Ever Pro Lashes Starter Kit: $5.99 
NYC New York Color IndividualEyes: $4.99
Bath & Body Works Mini Candles: $3.50
EBOOST: $28 for box of 20 effervescent powders, 
$39 for box of 30 effervescent powders, $39 for box of 12 shots
Not Your Mother's Kinky Curl Defining Hair Cream: $6.00 for full sized 4-oz bottle 
Bonus: Boots No. 7 Beautiful Skin





Sunday, October 28, 2012

Liebster Award


The Rules: 
  1. Thank the one who nominated you. 
  2. You have to write eleven things about yourself 
  3. You have to nominate eleven bloggers who have less than 200 followers and tag them in your post. 
  4. You have to give them eleven questions to answers 
  5. You should not tag back
Thanks you Ms. Ann Mowet (http://ohhletmesee.blogspot.com/)

I'll answer your 11 questions, but I won't be able to nominate 11 bloggers since I don't follow enough.

11 Things about me: 
  1. I am currently an undergraduate student pursuing an liberal arts degree.
  2. I am the oldest of three, with two younger brothers. 
  3. I am currently in a romantic relationship of almost two years. 
  4. I love beauty beauty products!! 
  5. I'm also a big fan of Apple products too. 
  6. I can play many musical instruments including piano, flute, euphonium (which I managed to spell correctly in the first try), soprano and alto recorder. 
  7. I really like taking surveys.
  8. I may choose to pursue graduate school. 
  9. I am clearly running out of things to say about myself, but I'll use this one to shout out to my boyfriend for being so supportive and caring of me. 
  10. My favorite season is spring, as my birthday is in April. 
  11. My favorite color is a lime green, like a light almost transparent pretty green.
11 Questions from Ms. Ann Mowet
  1. What inspired me to blog? Well I've been a member of Total Beauty for quite some time now, and really enjoy writing reviews, so I thought hey, why not start my own blog? I would still say I'm in the early stages of blog writing, and this really is more of a hobby than anything. I'm so happy that my blog's turning out so well and I hope to continue nourishing it's potential! 
  2. What is my favorite holiday and why? I would Valentine's Day because it's a special day to share with my significant other. 
  3. What is my favorite song? This one is tough! I have so many it's hard to choose, but since I'm attending a Big Bang concert soon, I'm going to say "Fantastic Baby". 
  4. Whats the most outrageous thing you have ever done? Donating 10+ inches of hair
  5. If I could go anywhere in the world where would it be? Korea
  6. Is there a word of saying that I can't stand, if so what is it? Not really, but will update if otherwise. 
  7. If I won the lottery, what would be the first thing I would buy? Some more beauty products and Apple products. 
  8. What is my worst fear? To be honest, I'm not really scared of much, but I would say losing family and friends is not good. 
  9. What is my favorite candy? Chocolate, some nice smooth European chocolate. 
  10. What is my favorite season and why? Oh, I answered this in my 11 things about me, but it's spring because the weather is the nicest and because of my birthday. 
  11. What is my favorite childhood memory? This one really got me thinking, I would probably say imaginative play was the most fun and running around in the park! 

Sunday, October 21, 2012

Influenster Re-launch + Invites



Hi all!

You may remembered how excited I was toward the end of May, when I got my very first VoxBox from Influenster. Well recently, they completely re-launched their webpage and I just want to say, it looks amazing!

So what exactly is Influenster? 
Well I would describe as a community where individuals can gather together to share their favorite products and unlock badges relevant to your lifestyles! And occasionally, you might get selected to receive VoxBoxes full of amazing products to test and review.

I'm interested in joining but I need an invite? 
That's right, guess what though? I have four exclusive Influenster invitations! And so the first four (ONE MORE REMAINING) people to request an invite will able to join immediately! All I need is your email in the comment section below and I'll send an invite your way!!

There's nothing for you to lose but all for you to gain! Trust me, getting a VoxBox for free is just the best feeling in the world!

Until next time, 
XOXO MissXu

P.S.: Guys and girls can both join this site! 

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Charlotte Russe Clothing Video Haul

Last week, I was in an online shopping craze and bought some new boot and clothes from Charlotte Russe. I saved opening the package until I filmed the video below, so I hope you guys enjoy watching my first clothing haul video! 

Items Purchased from charlotterusse.com
Low-Heel Wester Boot $17.08
Cap Sleeve Peplum Tee $8.54
Lurex Stripe Hi-Low Tank $4.27
Contrast Ascot Chiffon Dress $6.20
Refuge Low-Rise Bermuda Short $5.31
Double Breasted Canvas Blazer $17.08

Let me know where else I should do a haul from next in the comments below and I might even give a shout out to you in my next video/post! Until next time, my lovely blog readers, ciao! 

XOXO,
MissXu



Sunday, October 14, 2012

Ulta THE SALON cut-a-thon - Hair Donation

Hello readers!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! And so today from 11 am to 6 pm, Ulta had the salon cut-a-thon where I got a wonderful hair cut and shampoo with a minimum $10 donation to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation along with a mini-facial with an addition minimum $10 donation as well.

In addition, I donated over 10 inches of hair as well. Here's a before and after picture!





Visit: http://www.ulta.com/donatewithakiss/ for more information! 

Thank you to my boyfriend for the monetary donation to Breast Cancer Research Foundation, to which I donated my hair for. 

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

GLADE EXPRESSIONS® COLLECTION


I was absolutely thrilled to have been invited to be a part of this wonderfully scented Glade Expressions Collection featuring the Fragrance Mist and Oil Diffuser products. The first thing I was sent from BzzAgent was this coupon booklet that provided me with one free Fragrance Mist coupon and one free  Oil Diffuser Coupon, along with ten $2 off Fragrance Mist Starter Kit and ten $4 off Oil Diffuser Starter Kits.


My suite-mate and I were shopping at Wegmans for groceries when we decided to stock up on a set of these. I use my coupons to get a free set for my room, and then we used the coupon to get another set for the living room. In total we got two sets of both Glade Expressions Pineapple & Mangosteen. I remember the first time we opened the Oil Diffuser, and set it on my living room counter table, the entire room, including the kitchen was just full of this wonderful pineapple aroma. It was so overwhelming and strong but in a good sense. 
My suite-mate's friend came over and immediately noticed the scent and complimented on how well she thought our apartment smelled! I was thrilled since we had just opened up the Oil Diffuser and sprayed a bit of the Fragrance Mist as well. I think it was a wise decision to get the two in the same scents, but I'm also a bit curious about what the other scents smell like. The other three scents include Cotton & Italian Mandarin*, Fuji Apple & Cardamom Spice, and Lavender & Juniper Berry. The reason I haven't been able to get the other scents, was because they weren't available at my local store, either because they were sold out already or just was never stocked in the first place. Note that the Cotton & Italian Mandarin is available in the Fragrance Mist only, whereas all the other scents are available in both the Fragrance Mist form and as an Oil Diffuser. 


Glade Expressions Fragrance Mist: 
  • Pros
    • Spray it when you need to freshen up the a room 
    • Long-lasting, use it only when you need to 
    • Chic container that can be an extra decor to the room 
    • Easily refillable, so you can switch up the scent if need be
    • Clearly see which scent you have in by the color that peeps out 
      • Gold: Pineapple & Mangosteen
      • Blue: Cotton & Italian Mandarin
      • Red: Fuji Apple & Cardamom Spice 
      • Purple: Lavender & Juniper Berry 
  • Cons 
    • Scent can be a bit overwhelming if you spray too much 
    • Refilling is a slight pain, really have to push new bottle in 

Glade Expressions Oil Diffuser: 
  • Pros
    • Beautiful decor that instantly enhances any room setting 
    • Strong, continuous bursts of fragrances all day and night
    • Long-lasting scent still strong even after a month  
    • Wooden, tree leave design for Pineapple & Mangosteen
    • White tree leave design for 
      • Fuji Apple & Cardamom Spice 
      • Lavender & Juniper Berry 
  • Cons
    • Scent can be a bit overwhelming at times
    • Oil diffuses upwards and turns the inner white sheet yellow 
      • Sign that the oil diffuser sheet should be replaced


Overall, this Glade Expressions Collection is definitely worth the try, and is very affordable. For one week only, I'll send my blog readers one of each coupon to try both the Glade Expressions Fragrance Mist and the Oil Diffuser Starter Kits. Feel free to request one in the comment section below with a valid email address. Also, if you're friends with me on FB, you'll be able to instantly access a virtual coupon! A few of my friends have already gotten the Fragrance Mists and told me how much they loved the way their house smells!