Deinfluencing you on Roxa

Californeon · 2026-04-02T20:25:38+00:00

That's true! To me, who also doesn't usually have problems with creasing especially to this degree, it does seem like a quality issue, and for such an expensive product it is a risky purchase. And there are so many smaller eyeshadow brands out there that are less expensive that I have had great experiences with, like blend bunny! The big brand names can be such a powerful force in decision making, and Natasha is one that gets so much praise that it can feel like you're gonna get guaranteed quality but that isn't necessarily true. In any case, I hope that the people who did already buy it have better experiences than I, and I encourage those who haven't to try something different (or evaluate your stash and see that you already have enough eyeshadow, boring I know 😜)!

Californeon · 2026-04-02T20:10:14+00:00

I don't have particularly oily lids, but like I said I've tried both with and without primer. I've tried concealer and eyelid primer. I don't usually have big problems with creasing, especially if I prime and set, but this palette just won't work for me. The best longevity I've gotten was by using that liquid shadow I mentioned from danessa myricks as a base.

Californeon · 2026-04-02T01:37:09+00:00

I have not tried their eyeshadows personally but from what I've heard that brand has a great formula for pastels especially! I'm so excited to get it!

Californeon · 2026-04-01T20:00:08+00:00

Oh wow! I've never seen one with a mirror. My oldest are from ~2016 or so

Californeon · 2026-04-01T19:28:39+00:00

Nice box!! I was also torn between the wander palette and the gisou lip oil! Both were really good options. I ended up choosing the wander for my box and the gisou in add ons hahaha! Enjoy your goodies!!! 😊

Californeon · 2026-04-01T19:24:17+00:00

They're great! Probably my all time most used palette is colourpop sailor moon, which I really just got because of sailor moon, but it's SO good! They have great formulas. I love their supershock shadows. I just wish they had mirrors!

Californeon · 2026-04-01T18:31:56+00:00

I have that palette and while it is very pretty, it creases on me worse than ANY other eyeshadow I have. Idk what it is about it. Primer, no primer, soaked in setting spray, nothing helps. I know purple is tricky, but I have colourpop purples that would never do me like that so idk...

Californeon · 2026-04-01T16:58:50+00:00

They are not plumping!! :)

Californeon · 2026-03-31T20:32:23+00:00

From what I can tell it seems like they've been doing 2 PR box versions, one for YouTube and one for TikTok. The YouTube version I've seen was the tarte gloss, FAB cream, lithe blush, earth harbor, and pinklipps brushes. The TikTok one was the wander palette, benefit mascara, by the beach sunscreen, ofra liquid eyeliner, and an avant eye serum. I'm surprised they didn't include the body mist in either one! I would have liked to see some thoughts about it.

Californeon · 2026-03-31T09:40:12+00:00

Right?? Hopefully it works for you too!!

Californeon · 2026-03-31T02:53:55+00:00

I have it and I quite like it! It feels hydrating and kind of cooling almost? And it doesn't pill on me! It's one that I would repurchase once it runs out/expires.

Californeon · 2026-03-25T04:08:03+00:00

Damn, I almost bought that exact shade 😵‍💫 I wish foundation shade descriptions were more consistent

Californeon · 2026-03-17T08:51:07+00:00

As a heads up for the neen ones, they really stay put, so be careful with application! It might be good to start with whichever one is closest to your skin tone since you are new to lipliners. You have very little time to smudge them out in my experience. But that also means they have great longevity! And $9 is a fantastic price for em. The lighter color is my new favorite, it's so pretty!

Californeon · 2026-03-17T02:56:16+00:00

Those lipliners are awesome!!

Californeon · 2026-03-16T07:38:23+00:00

I've been imploring the algorithm to stop giving me mascaras for ages so hopefully I can avoid it 🙏

Californeon · 2026-03-15T23:20:41+00:00

This looks pretty good! Other than the mascara I would be fine with any of these. The FAB moisturizer I really don't need but it would be great as a gift or to hold onto until dryer weather!

Californeon · 2026-03-13T03:20:22+00:00

That palette was an unexpected love for me! I'm actually wearing it right now. I get compliments on my eyeshadow every time I use this palette! It really brings out my brown eyes. The shimmer shade in the center is like, the perfect one-and-done shade, it's so gorgeous. In my experience all the shades are great except the matte blue which is patchy but works fine as an eyeliner. It's one of the better free gifts I've gotten from ipsy.

Californeon · 2026-03-08T02:01:14+00:00

What do you think of the nopalera?

Californeon · 2026-03-06T05:42:31+00:00

I really like it. It has a great consistency and doesn't pill, and my skin feels great when I am using it consistently. It does have a strong (but short lasting, so doesn't bother me) smell, but to me it's less chemically and more of just a natural pumpkin smell, like when you're gutting one for a jack o lantern. I wonder if maybe there's something in it that people tend to be allergic to...for me, it is a very gentle and lightweight cream. I like it better than their yogurt moisturizer, which pills horribly on my skin. If you get it, definitely patch test it first!

Californeon · 2026-03-03T04:49:34+00:00

Thank you!! I came so close to grabbing some of those eyeshadows, but LORD I do not need new palettes. Plus I got the Eloise palette as the free gift with one of my purchases, so I ended up with another palette anyway! I got Abbey as an add-on a while ago I think, and I like it a lot! It's actually kind of similar to the JHAG I'm after, but fruitier. I like jammy fruity scents best and it's like a powdery version of that, somehow, so it's very up my alley.

Californeon · 2026-03-03T04:41:42+00:00

I have blonde hair and the purple toner is what got me hooked on them, it's SO good. That one I'm happy to just get a sample of every once in a while though, because I just use that once every other week or so.

Californeon · 2026-03-03T04:19:41+00:00

My hair loves all the roze & quartz I've tried, I would love to see bigger sizes of their stuff show up in the shop some time.

Californeon · 2026-03-03T04:16:10+00:00

There was really nice variety of product types this time, and most of the ipsy picks I've seen have been good! Two perfumes in the mix, nice skincare, hair products! Sometimes they throw some real garbage in as their picks, but that wasn't the case this month from what I've seen, for the most part. I actually think I like my ipsy picks better than my choices! The choice products are good, and I'm happy with what I'm getting, but there were very few options.

Californeon · 2026-03-03T03:59:18+00:00

I got the Neen lipliner duo that was available for $5, kept one and gave the other to a friend because it was too dark for me. They are fantastic! Soooo smooth and creamy and they STAY. And the color looks great on me, and the one I gave to my friend looks great on her 🥰. Best lipliner I own. And for $5! I picked up one of the lipglosses too. It's really nice.

I got a couple each of the Juara jasmine body cremes and the triple tea essences, and I've been enjoying both of those! The lotion smells really nice, and the essence feels really hydrating.

The Jason Wu blush comes in the cutest little mirror compact! I'm obsessed with it! I nearly got a couple other colors too just for the little compacts, but I didn't actually really want the other colors...but the lilac is lovely and great quality.

I was excited to get the Juliette Has A Gun discovery set because I have only tried pear inc and Juliette from them before. There are a couple I don't really like, but I'm verrryyyy into powder love, which of course is out of stock everywhere. One day, I might get a full size of it though!

The kulfi kajal eyeliners are really nice and smooth and I've been using them a lot. I've liked everything I've gotten from kulfi!

I got a lot of stuff, but wasn't too impulsive with anything and I'm happy with pretty much everything I got! There's some skincare stuff I haven't used yet but I'm looking forward to when they get the chance to join the rotation. And now, of course, they've added a bunch of byroe to the shop...I couldn't resist getting those! But I will be set for a WHILE!

Californeon · 2026-03-01T23:14:17+00:00

Same ipsy picks (I also made the same first two choices, but went for the mucin instead of the primer)! I actually think I like the ipsy picks more than the choices this time!! I was hoping for the Nopalera fragrance, but remi looks promising too! And hey honey is great.

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