You might remember that I previously posted on PopSugar's Must-Have Boxes here.  Well one rainy, dreadful day last week, my very own Must-Have box appeared on my doorstep; the perfect bright spot to an otherwise yucky day.  (I mean, who doesn't like unexpected mail?!)

Regardless of my euphoria from my unexpected mail call, I was further delighted upon opening of the box itself.  Here's a run down it's contents:

The other day I spent a lovely Sunday morning at Sephora working with one of their make-up artists to play with new product and get some recommendations.  I often find myself in a make-up rut and I love to try out new product and see what works best for me and my skin.

What I tried:

• Make-up For Ever HD Foundation, Primer, & Powder: Exclusive to Sephora, this brand is designed with a photo finish in mind.  Overall, I really liked the brand, but it was a lot more make up than I was used to.  It blended well and looked great on.  

                       Verdict: I might purchase it for use on bigger events, but definitely not everyday.

• NARS Laguna and Orgasm: Laguna as a bronzer and Orgasm as a blush.  The makeup artist who I worked with did a lot more contouring than I am used to and it looked fantastic.  I have NO idea how to re-create the look (although she did instruct me as to how), but I will be YouTubing in the future to get a better understanding.  

                     Verdict: I already use Orgasm and would consider Laguna as a supplement bronzer to my

• Benefit They're Real Mascara: I've been hearing a lot of hype about this mascara and it really was excellent; however, I'm hooked on Mary Kay's Lash Love.  

                     Verdict: Definitely not switching.

• Smashbox Eye Shadow Trio - Auto Expose: I loved how this eye shadow looked with my eye color.  It is also fool proof to apply with great coverage and lasting ability.

                     Verdict: Purchased

• Buxom in Dolly: Every year I resolve that I will pay more attention to my lips.  I will wear lipstick more.  And every year, I fail.  This year, I took a step in purchasing a lip color and gloss that I adore.  Not only that but this brand plumps your lips and makes them look fuller.

                     Verdict: Purchased

• Make-up For Ever Lip Line Aqua Lip (3C): I suffer from imperfect lips: my top lip is thin and my bottom lip is full.  Therefore having to add an extra umphf to my upper lip is a must.

                     Verdict: Purchased

• Ole Henriksen Sheer Transformation: This an an all-natural brand that works to reverse spots, aging, etc.  I really liked the light formula.  My make-up artist sent me home with a sample and so far it has worked really well with my skin type.

                    Verdict: Will purchase later once my current daytime moisturizer runs out.

• Philosophy Eye Hope Eye Cream: I liked the consistency and I think I do need to up my game as far as eye care is concerned-my dark circles are only going to get worse from here!

                    Verdict: Seriously considering purchasing later.

• Sephora by OPI Nail Color: I've been looking for a rainbow glitter top coat for a while and happily found it in Sephora.

                    Verdict: Purchased

• Bumble & Bumble Styling Creme: An old standby of mine that I love and couple with Josie Maran Oil product.  This time of year my fly-aways are a little out of control so I need this additional help to power through.

                    Verdict: Purchased