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xLB

Ipsy Bag - March 2013

Before I even knew it, or got my tracking code, my Ipsy bag was delivered! It's always super exciting to come home to that bright pink package in the post :) Unfortunately, I was not a fan at all of this Ipsy bag.

My first impression was obviously the bag - I thought it was cute, but not my style nor anything I'd ever use. Then I felt the fabric of it - it feels super cheap. Not impressed. 

This months bag was called 'The Great Escape' - very nautical! 

The contents of this months bag..

1. GlamRX Mini Freestyle Palette - This is one of those things that is cute, but I'd never actually buy. Basically it's a palette with a magnetic bottom to attach whatever shadow pans you'd like, so long as they have magnetic bottoms. Definitely not something I'll be using. Mainly because nothing is ever going to fit perfectly in it, which will definitely make my OCD flare up! 
2. Juice Beauty Hydrating Mist - This for me was the star of the bag. This is the kind of stuff I love getting from Ipsy. I stick to a lot of the same makeup, so for me it's super cool trying more stuff like this. I'm not sure yet if this is something I'd repurchase but so far I'm really liking it! I find it really freshens up my face if I use it in the morning, or at night after washing my face.
3. Yaby Eyeshadow Refill - The purpose of these shadows is to go into the GlamRX palette. However, I won't be using neither of them. I think Ipsy really needs to come up with some type of colour system, because no one is ever content with the colours they receive. The blue is something I will never wear, and the sand colour blends right into my skin! Probably something I'll end up giving to my little sister. 
4. LA Fresh Travel Lite Makeup Remover - I already have a makeup removal system and do not need to switch it up at all, so this is definitely something else I won't be using. Mind you, I'll keep them as they might be something I could use in the future. I found them to be very large, so when I used one I only used 1/4 of the wipe and ripped it into pieces. I've read lots of reviews from the other girls saying these stung their eyes, so I was very cautious.  

The eyeshadows swatched

Overall, I'm not sure if this bag got my worth, but I'll definitely still stay subscribed. Really not impressed with this bag however. But what can you do! You have your ups and your downs with these things. Looking forward to the April bag already! 

xLB

Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred: Level 1

Since it is officially March (YAY, winter is almost finished!!) I've decided it's time to buckle up and shed the horrid inevitable winter weight, and prepare for a summer beach bod!

(image - weheartit)

I've heard plenty on the Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred video, so I figured I would give it a shot. The video is divided into 3 Levels, the breakdown is essentially 10 days for each level. So I figured instead of daily updates, I would update by level. Another huge reason I'm going to blog through this is I feel it will give me more motivation to complete the program. I've also included a youtube link to the video below if you're interested in following along with me, or saving it for a rainy day! So onto the workout!

SUPPLIES NEEDED:

• Appropriate workout wear
• A yoga mat, or a comfortable surface (you will be doing floor work)
• A set of weights - if you're ghetto like me, feel free to use water bottles or other household items

LEVEL ONE

Day 1

• Initially, I quite liked how she also had someone there doing modified beginner versions of the moves, the options were great to have. 
• The warm-up portion of the video was very easy to keep up with and to do, I quite enjoyed this segment as I love a good warmup - really sets the tone!
• I've always done modified push-ups so I decided to go all out and it was a bit challenging as I was trying to work on form, but definitely something I'll be adjusted to.
• When I first heard about the video and that it was Jillian Michaels I was instantly worried, but for me personally, I found that it was very easy to keep up with and this level is definitely not too much of a challenge for me.
• Towards the end, the ab work got a bit difficult for me, but other than that all was well for my first day.
• That being said, I feel as though my thoughts on level one won't change much since it isn't much of a challenge for me on day one.. so I'm just going to post this level from a one day perspective since I don't think there will be much more to add. Anything changes, and I'll keep you lot posted!

Now I'm off to go clean up and drink some water! Let me know if you've done or are interested in doing this video, I'd love to know your thoughts! Happy health endeavours!

P.S. I found it very difficult to find fitspo images.. anyone have any ideas or know of any blogs where I could find some? 

xLB


* bit of a disclaimer here, this is for fitspo purposes, not thinspo purposes, I'm sure you all have rockin' bods, and personally I'm using this to tone up, not necessarily to "shred" weight off. Make sure it's all healthy fun :~)