October manages to cast a beautiful spell onto me every year, owing to longer nights (less of sleep deprivation), beautiful soothing weather (goodbye sweat!) and of course, it being my birthday month! Although I’ve stopped celebrating birthdays long ago, I consider this time of the year as an opportunity to splurge on myself. Ask me not, how many things I’ve ordered recently because now I have lost track. But for making it more overwhelming, I have also got the October 2020 Fab Bag! I received it on 03 October 2020 (a few hours ago) and I sprayed it with a disinfectant spray, unboxed my courier and sat down immediately with a mug of coffee to start writing this blog post. 

 

Since I got the email for selecting the makeup products of this month, I was really looking forward to laying my hands on this month’s subscription bag. Before I get digressed and this introduction turns too long, let’s see what all is there inside and what you might also be receiving. 😊

The Fe-st-Ellar October Fab Bag Pouch:

The Fe-st-Ellar October Fab Bag Pouch is very much festive appropriate. I have received the black variant of the bag, which I personally feel looks really classy. The bag radiates shine identical to holographic tazos that we used to get as freebies inside Cheetos (nostalgic) 😍. I am not sure what the material of the bag is called, but it definitely feels waterproof and can be utilized for storing skincare, makeup brushes or for that matter, anything and everything that you may like! The pouch has Fab Bag logo and has a zip closure, which makes it quite convenient.

 

Makeup Selection Process:

Oozing festive opulence, the Fe-st-ellar October Fab Bag is here with 5 luxurious & high-performance beauty essentials to take your glam game on fleek. For makeup, subscribers will be given the option to choose from the different shades of WOC Beauty Stellar Matte Lip Potion and SUGAR Kohl Of Honour Intense Kajal.

 

• WOC Beauty Stellar Matte Lip Potion: A weightless formula that is transfer-proof, smudge-free which lasts up to 12 hours giving an incredible satin-matte finish. Grab a shade of your choice!

 

• SUGAR Kohl Of Honour Intense Kajal: Ready to elevate your eye game to many notches above the ordinary? Step up to the world of extreme-wear, waterproof kajals with a shade of your choice. Smudge and transfer-resistant, this breakthrough formula glides on smoothly for flawless, precise application and stays put for 12 straight hours.

 

Fab Bag Discount Code: BHAWNA10

Please note that Fab Bag discount code is only applicable for 3, 6 or 12-month subscription plans and this is not an affiliate code. I’m not earning any commission from the same. [However, I’m not against the idea of affiliate links because it helps bloggers in generating bare minimum expenses to keep the website functioning.]

 

Products in October Fab Bag:

WOC Beauty Stellar Matte Lip Potion: Dark Goddess

Price: INR 670

According to the description provided by the official website of Fab Bag, the WOC Beauty Stellar Matte Lip Potion has a weightless and transfer-proof formula, which lasts for up to 12 hours. I tried it a few minutes ago and what really astonished me is how thoughtfully the applicator of this liquid lipstick has been manufactured. It has a conical tip, which makes perfect application quite easy, almost like a cakewalk! It’s really easy to mess up the outlining of a liquid lipstick and then cleaning it is also a hassle, but that did not happen when I was using this particular lipstick. Also, the formulation is definitely how it has been mentioned in the product description. It’s so lightweight, doesn’t feel tight or heavy. I mean I wore it and I'm not feeling that I’ve applied a liquid lipstick, its formulation is that amazing! It also does not transfer, but you ought to give it a few minutes to settle.

 

Sugar Kohl of Honour Intense Kajal: 06 Blue Moon

Price: INR 249

I think I have talked a lot about my love for the brand Sugar in particular because of how amazing their products are! It is one of those Indian brands that I genuinely like on account of the quality of products they offer, that too at a decent price point. And of course, thanks to my enthusiasm for trying new makeup items and long-term Fab Bag subscription, I now have a big collection of Sugar Cosmetics products. Whenever I see their products in the makeup selection email of the subscription bag, I look forward to getting my pouch full of goodies. Coming to the Sugar Kohl of Honour Intense Kajal, it has an adequately smooth texture, not too smooth like butter (thankfully) as that leads to breakage of the eye pencil during the application itself, which I believe is a great bummer. I opted for the shade 06 Blue Moon as I absolutely love both blue and moon. 😂 No no, I really felt fascinated by the shade and felt like giving it a try.

 

Raas Strawberry Lip Balm

Price: INR 200

The last lip balm that I received in the Fab Bag subscription was by Bio Bloom in a mint variant. You won’t believe it, but I am so hooked to that product even know that I have stopped using other lip balms. I absolutely love the cooling sensation that it provides. Raas is a completely new brand for me, but I like trying out new brands and their products. This lip balm has a beautiful strawberry fragrance and it comes in a translucent white tub. It is slightly on the waxy side, but I think I won’t mind using it for sure.

Kiara Cosmetics Organic Clay Mask

Price: INR 349

When I read the name of the brand, I thought this brand is unheard of. But then I read the packaging of the Organic Clay Mask and realized that it is a product of the Soap Company. I have tried their soaps and body washes, but not skincare products. As I have oily and acne-prone skin, I am really looking forward to trying their Purifying Mask. However, I would have really appreciated if the brand would have provided an ingredient list for the customers to analyze and think which skin type it is best suited for. As of now, I will have to rely on the trial of the product.

Global Beauty Secrets Turkish Rhassoul Clay Soap

Price: INR 400

In the September 2020 Fab Bag, I received the Global Beauty Secrets Turkish Rose and Mint Shampoo and Conditioner. I have been using that till now and like the overall results of the product on my hair. This month, we have the Turkish Rhassoul Clay Soap. The brand’s website states that this soap assists in detoxifying, cleansing and exfoliating the skin. It is enriched with vitamin E and Shea butter for providing a fresh, moisturized and repaired skin. Moreover, its long term usage helps to reduce oiliness and restore the overall health of the skin. It also has a strong and amazing fragrance, which I hope stays even after bathing.

 

Total Worth of the Products: INR 1,868

Total Savings: INR 1,269 approximately.

 

Pros:

• Includes 2 Makeup Items.
• Comprises 5 Full-Sized Makeup Products.
• Everything Comes Inside a Re-Usable Pouch.

 

Cons:

• None!

 

TGL’s Final Verdict:

Keeping in mind about the festive season, the Fe-st-Ellar October Fab Bag has been so well-curated, with 2 makeup products that can completely glam up your makeup look. It includes WOC Beauty Stellar Matte Lip Potion that has a remarkable texture and formulation, and Sugar Kohl of Honour Intense Kajal which can be used on eyelids as well as the lower lash line. It also has a lip balm, soap and clay mask to make you feel extra pampered because who needs a reason for that! I am really happy to see that all products are full-sized as samples usually end up in a corner and ignored until they cross their shelf life.

 

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As per my five years plus experience in this blogging journey, I have encountered two types of people. First, those who rely on few products, which they have been using for most of their lives and second, who are a little experimentative with new skincare, body care, hair care and makeup items. Yes, I also fall under the second category of beauty enthusiasts. 🙈 This is one of the reasons why I subscribed to almost most of the subscription bags (on and off) in my college days. But the one subscription bag that I haven't parted ways till now is Fab Bag. The simple reason for the same was the quality of skincare products and cosmetics that the brand has to offer. I think I have had shared my bad experiences with other subscription boxes in earlier posts so let’s ditch that story this time!

 

This month, I received my Fab Bag on 02nd September 2020 and I left it in the sunlight for a day before sanitizing it. Although e-commerce websites are now fully operational, please remember that we’re still fighting the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and it’s really important that safety measures are taken into consideration, such as contactless delivery and sanitizing the courier before using it. You can simply ask the delivery agent to either leave the package at your society’s gate or outside the door.

 

Enough of the introduction, let’s begin with the fab bag subscription unboxing, shall we? 😊😊

 

The Ultim8 September Fab Bag

The Ultim8 September Fab Bag Pouch:

The Ultim8 September Fab Bag pouch comes in a faux-leather clutch that has a snap fastener for closure. Its insides are lined with a cloth, the material of which is unknown to me, and the overall bag is relatively classy with no-fuss design. Although I received my pouch in the cream color, I checked the brand's Instagram and these bags are available in other colors as well, such as yellow, navy blue, light blue, violet and red. 😍

 

Makeup Selection Process:

For the month of September, there will be a combination of 5 Makeup & Beauty Essentials. The choice of 2 makeup and 1 beauty products will be available only for 3, 6 & 12 month's plan. In the makeup section, subscribers will be given the option to select from the different shades of SUGAR Matte As Hell Crayon Lipsticks, including 01-Scarlett O’hara, 04 Holly Golightly, 10-Cherry Darling, 12-Baby Houseman, 13-Murphy Brown, 20-Buffy Summers, 22-Donna Pinciotti, 24-Rachel Berry, 25-Lily Adrian, 30-Lillian Rose, 31-Poppy Adams and 33-Pepper Anderson; BRICK New York On Fleek Lip Liners, including Fuschia 01, Brick Red 02, Deep Wine, Coral 04, Deep Pink 05 and Terracotta Brown 06; and Full-Sized Global Beauty Secrets Essentials, such as Turkish Rose and Mint Shampoo and Conditioner and Japanese Adzuki Bean Face Wash.

 

Fab Bag Discount Code: BHAWNA10

Please note that the Fab Bag discount code is only applicable for the 3, 6 or 12-month subscription plan. Also, this is not an affiliate code and I’m not earning any commission from the same. [However, I’m not against the idea of affiliate links because it helps your favorite bloggers in being motivated and generating bare minimum income for keeping the website operational.]

Fab Bag August 2020: The Tri-Oomph Edition 

 

Products Inside Fab Bag September:

Sugar Matte As Hell Crayon Lipstick

Sugar Matte As Hell Crayon Lipstick in 30 Lillian Rose

Sugar Matte As Hell Crayon Lipstick: 30 Lillian Rose

Price: Rs. 899

A few years ago, Sugar Cosmetics was a completely new brand for me and I got to try out their products in the Fab Bag subscription. Since then, there was no turning back! Today, I have most of their makeup products in my vanity, especially their lip crayons and liquid lipsticks. Their Matte As Hell Crayon Lipstick is one of my favorites because of its easy-to-glide-on-the-lips formulation and comfortable matte texture, which remains on the lips for really long. Moreover, even if you eat something, the lipstick lightens but leaves off a beautiful tint, unlike liquid lipsticks that need reapplication after meals. I have been obsessed earlier with the shade 03-Poison Ivy, but I think I’m going to frequently reach out for 30-Lillian Rose (which I chose) as well.

Brick New York On Fleek Lip Liner in 'Fuschia'

Brick New York On Fleek Lip Liner: Fuschia

Price: Rs. 349

When I was developing interest in makeup, I never used a lip liner. But now when I apply bold lip colors, I realize the importance of keeping the lip line clean. It’s not easy to achieve the same with a bullet or crayon lipstick. With a lip liner, the precision acquired is of a whole new level. Till date, I own only a few lip liners and I’m really looking forward to applying the Brick New York on Fleek Lip Liner in the shade ‘Fuschia’.

Global Beauty Secrets Turkish Rose & Mint Shampoo and Conditioner

Global Beauty Secrets Turkish Rose and Mint Shampoo and Conditioner

Price: Rs. 800

Global Beauty Secrets is a brand that I came across on Instagram when they had launched. After that, their sample cream and face mask was sent in one of the Fab Bag subscriptions and I did enjoy using their products. Coming to the Turkish Rose and Mint Shampoo and Conditioner, I loved how it makes my hair smooth and frizz-free. Also, it gives a cooling sensation during the application, which I guess really helps in understanding if the product has been applied all over the scalp or not. It doesn’t foam much, which is why I have to rely on the cooling sensation. As I’m not used to shampoos that foam less, I ended up using a lot of the product. 🙈🙈 But I guess this mistake can be rectified in the next attempt of using the product.

Palmers' Coconut Water Hydrating Sheet Mask

Palmers’ Coconut Water Hydrating Sheet Mask

Price: Rs. 305

Some time ago, Palmers’ Coconut Oil Formula range was launched on Nykaa and when I checked it out, I was intrigued by their Coconut Water Facial Moisturizer, Cleansing Oil Cleansing Balm and Coconut Sugar Facial Scrub. I never really got to try out this range due to several reasons, but I’m glad to receive the Palmers’ Coconut Water Hydrating Sheet Mask. The packaging claims that this product is parabens, phthalates, gluten, mineral oil, sulfates and dye-free. It also contains Hyaluronic acid, which hydrates the skin and prevents the development of wrinkles. I haven’t tried it yet as I had to save the packaging for blogpost photography.

The Soap Company India Musk Body Wash

The Soap Company India Musk Body Wash

Price: Rs. 250

I’m well acquainted with soaps and body washes of the Soap Company. Also, if you have been reading my posts since long, then you’d know how much I detest overpowering floral and fruity fragrances, which is why I prefer unisex or male men perfumes (as they have abundance of musk in them). This particular body wash is orange in color and it foams decently. I did not dry out my skin and I absolutely love the fragrance of this body wash! 

Total Worth of the Products: INR 2,603

Total Savings: INR 2,004 approximately

 

Pros:

• 2 Makeup Items
• 5 Full-Sized Products
• Simple Faux-Leather Pouch

 

Cons:

• None

 

TGL’s Final Verdict:

In the 8^th Anniversary Edition of Fab Bag, the brand has offered 5 full-sized products. The Ultim8 September Fab Bag has a quirky name and a simple faux-leather clutch with 2 makeup items. The makeup choice is available on for 3, 6 and 12-month subscriptions. As it has star product as Sugar Matte As Hell Lip Crayon, I absolutely love it! 💖

 

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