Unhappy with Sephora Beauty Insider Reward

I have 700+ Sephora Beauty Insider points that I've yet to exchange. Sephora never offers anything I want or need whenever I make a purchase. I keep waiting for something better to come along but since nothing remarkable ever comes up, I think it's about time to settle down and just pick something. As I have way too much makeup, I am leaning towards the Ole Henriksen Flawless Beauty Anti-Aging Regimen. Unfortunately, they don't tell you what you get as it is a random selection of items. I feel like Sephora is just going to throw whatever junk they can't sell at me.
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Alternatively, I can slowly empty my point bank by exchanging my points for these 100-points deluxe samples. Once again, I have no particular interest in any of these. I might pick up the Bella Bamba, but I have way too many blushers as it is. Perhaps I should give up my ridiculously unused makeup collection so can I gain some interest in what's out there.

Has anyone gotten a really good Sephora Beauty Insider deal? I know that once in a while, they offer something ridiculously popular and everyone claims the reward immediately. I never seem to be there in time for those great offers. Let me know what you think. What reward would you claim?

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  1. I cashed mine in around the beginning of Dec 2011, I got a full size benefit dandelion blusher, Mini bad gal mascara in black and a mini that gal primer.. Not too bad.. I'm almost at the 500 point mark again, I think I'm going to hold out for awhile til something I can get some use out of pops up again... If nothing pops up you like, cash them in for stuff you've never tried before! =)

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    1. Thanks Steph. :) You're right, I should definitely use this as an opportunity to try and perhaps review new products for Handmade Reviews. Good luck with your points and hope you get something you really love!

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  2. "I feel like Sephora is just going to throw whatever junk they can't sell at me."
    --> I'd be afraid of the same.
    I'm lucky because I don't have all that much makeup; yet last night I declared to my honey that I don't need anymore. So, I understand where you're coming from with not wanting to accumulate stuff you don't need.

    The All Day Makeup Set looks quite nice. I like how its got a little of everything and is packaged with a makeup bag. Now, I'm with you if you're thinking: "Who needs *another* makeup bag?!" -- but I'm getting to the point. :) This kit looks to be a fabulous pick-me-up present for a friend / loved one. You might even think of donating it to a women's shelter! Imagine the look on the recipient's face! Wouldn't that be a fabulous way to spend your points?

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    1. That's a really great idea. I don't have any women shelters near me, but perhaps I could send it off. I could also let a friend pick the prize to keep or give to readers. These are all really great ideas!

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  3. I fortunately used my points for 100 point samples that were gone very quickly and way too good like 1 oz clinique moisture surge and 12 oz of purity cleanser.
    I definitely agree that 500 point rewards have been very blah. It's reward for 500 dollar worth of purchase.

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    1. Yes, somethings I think I would rather just get five 100 point items rather than one 500 point item. It really shouldn't be that way.

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  4. I just claimed my 100 point perks last night... I chose the Bella Bamba Blush... uhm, now that i think about it.. do they give you full size or is it just a sample size that's not enough for one cheek?

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    1. The 100-point prizes are usually deluxe sizes so yours will definitely be enough for a few applications at least!

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  5. for someone who have just started getting into makeup and haven't tried som brands those are quite good options but for someone who have tons of makeup nuhh

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