Monday 15 February 2016

SPOTLIGHT: David Jones Deluxe Sampler Totes...

Good old DJ's - they keep coming out with these Deluxe Sampler Tote bags, and it's a very rare occurrence for me not to indulge. They're always great value, and it's a beaut opportunity to try a whole heap of beauty loot that wouldn't normally cross my path. As usual there's two varieties to choose from, with three products common to each bag. I couldn't decide which one to pick up, so I bought both - there were items in each that caught my eye e.g. the Antipodes Hosanna H20 Skin Plumping Serum, and the MOR Rosa Noir Hand & Body Milk ...


So here's the contents of the first one, easy to spot with the pink writing...


For anyone who's interested, there's quite a few discount cards in both bags, and the candle smells divine so I'm delighted to have two Almost all skin care, but there's a makeup item in each - this one has Blinc Eyeliner which I've never tried before...


And bag #2, with the purple label...


This one has a full sized Natio Day Cream, and Napoleon Perdis Madame Curl Curl Mascara...


And the totes themselves are always a bonus - very sturdy and roomy, with a stud closure at the top, and an inner pocket. I have quite a few of these, but this time around they're quite understated, which I prefer - only the DJ's classic pattern in gold rather than a heritage picture...

The bags are advertised as containing over $130 worth of products (although I haven't done the sums), and are $19.95. You do have to buy something in order to qualify, and here's what I chose - lipsticks of course! These colours will be perfect for the upcoming Autumn - Honey Gold (left) and Terracotta. Love the formula of DJ's lippies - my only beef is that the peel off stickers leave behind a gooey residue which annoyingly collects fluff! 
Even the clear plastic zippered bags are handy - almost big enough to hold my makeup for an overnight stay! All up I'm very happy with the contents of both - nice one DJ's 

Will you be buying either of these Sampler Totes? If so, which one appeals to you the most?

Take care of you,
kats xxx

17 comments:

  1. Ack! How did I not know that they'd come out? This is what happens when you ignore sales and stores!

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    1. TP I only found out through another blogger - that's what were here for! xxx

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  2. The totes themselves look great, unlike the current Priceline tote. I'll be shopping my stash for a while.

    Unrelated news: I was at Target today & the rumours are true! Sleek & The Balm are at Target! I thought you'd be interested.

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    1. Wha wha what? Oh happy days! Hope my local has gotten with the program - thanks for the news hon! ♡♡♡

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  3. oh cool! I never knew David Jones did a kit like that! http://maybemayhemmakeup.blogspot.com.au/

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    1. They do them every year hn, sometimes twice. Usually the nailpolish comes in a few different shades, but they were all red in my store ♡

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  4. Thanks for sharing these! I have tried the Blinc eyeliner before and it is AMAZING!!! Beautifully wet and easy to apply with it's thin brush. I own a gorgeous colbolt blue in it. :D Coast To Coast is also lovely. I reviewed one of their skincare line's a little while ago and their products are just gorgeous to use. xx

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    1. Thanks heaps for the feedback Candy - I'm looking forward to trying these even more now ♡♡♡

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    2. So much fun to be had for sure!! :D

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  5. I bought the pink bag last week (first time I've done so) & split it with a BH member I met up with. I mostly bought it for the Antipodes serum & the Lanolips, which I ended up swapping as I was unsure of my lips being able to handle the scent (they get a bit funny from time to time). I'll use the serum once the weather gets cooler methinks.

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    1. What a good idea to share with a beauty buddy Shell ♡

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  6. I can't believe this is the first I've heard of this even existing! I love offers like this! Do they advertise it even? I just did the Priceline Haircare bag so better not but I will keep this on mind and look out for future ones :)

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    1. Gosh Di - these bags have been around for many many years. I'm thinking that one of my posts might have actually been useful ha ha! No they don't advertise it - I only know about them because there's a DJ's right next to my dentist, so I go in there every 6 months, otherwise I wouldn't be aware either as there isn't a store near me. In the past there's been quite a bit more makeup and occasionally a fragrance in the bag so keep your eyes peeled for the next one in about 6 months ♥

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  7. I bought the pink bag last week, and bought a Natio soy wax candle to qualify. I love collecting DJ sampler totes too!

    PS. rubbing alcohol will get rid of the gooey residue from the stickers :) looking forward to some DJ lippie swatches!

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    1. Nice one stackcats, and thanks heaps for the alcohol tip - I have a bottle somewhere in my cupboards and will give it a go, can't STAND that sticky stuff ♥

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  8. What a great value gift bag with purchase! If you don't have any rubbing alcohol as Stackcat suggested I use eucalyptus oil to get rid of the stick residues left behind by stickers.

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    1. Thanks for the reminder Ingrid - I tell you what though, whatever they use for labels is pretty potent as neither the alcohol nor the eucalyptus oil is having much effect. So annoying - I might have to try turps or metho lol ♥

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