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Monday, August 19, 2013

August Birchbox


My August Birchbox couldn't have been more anticipated; I couldn't contain my excitement when it actually came in the mail! This month's box was filled with lots of goodies, and I can't wait to tell you all about them.


My favorite product from this box is hands down from Miss Jessie's. I always love hair products, so receiving this set of deep conditioners made me more than overjoyed. 


Both conditioners left my hair feeling silky smooth, but I favored the Super Sweetback Treatment slightly more than the Rapid Recovery Treatment, mostly because of the sweet bubblegum scent that accompanied the sweetback. Both products can be purchased for $26 each, full size. 


My next favorite product in August's box is Juice Beauty's Oil-Free Moisturizer. I'm never a fan of spending money on pricy skin care products, so these small samples are perfect. This moisturizer has left my face feeling soft and supple, and feels amazingly refreshing after each application. Unlike some lotions that go on thick and feel oily, this moisturizer has been nothing but light and airy. For $28, I am definitely considering purchasing the full size product.


I am a firm believer that a girl can never have too many tubes of lipstick. ModelCo's Party Proof will more than likely be added to my collection. For $24, you get a trio of delightfully smelling lipsticks that will sure please any skin tone. 


Initially, I was hesitant when seeing the color of this product, but instantly loved it once I gave it a try. This matte lipstick would be perfect for a night on the town once autumn approaches.


At first sight, I absolutely loved the pattern on these Birchbox Bobby Pins. This wouldn't be a product I would necessarily purchase on my own, so it was a nice change of pace to receive in my Birchbox. For $5, you can purchase a set of six pins. I, personally, would not spend $5 on six bobby pins, when I seem to lose normal pins like they're going out of style. One serious drawback about this product is the horrible pain I felt when trying to place in my hair. They did not go through easily and when it came time to remove the pins, they seemed to capture a strand or two of hair. 


Last but not least, Coastal Scents Eye Shadow in the Perfect Smoky Eye. I have not yet used this product, so I cannot say for certain whether or not it will compliment my eyes, but I am not extremely thrilled with the colors provided. The pink and purple take me back to a day when butterfly clips and stretchy black necklaces were so in. I will, however, give it a try, maybe when I'm in the mood to rock out to some Spice Girls with E. 

Overall, I can say that I am thoroughly pleased with my box. I've been introduced to several products that I can actually see myself purchasing and am very happy I received. 

Throwback from July: Purminerals CC cream.


Last month, I had bashed this CC cream. I was not overly thrilled to receive this product, but recently gave it a go in lue of my daily mineral powder foundation. I have to say, I have come to adore this CC cream. I am not 100% sure if I will purchase the full size product, but I have sure enjoyed using this sample. 

Until next time Birchboxers,
L

Thursday, July 11, 2013

Birchbox: My Monthly Guilty Pleasure



Five to six deluxe samples of new and timeless beauty products delivered to my doorstep once a month; yes, I've bought into the monthly beauty subscription crazy. I couldn't help it. I love shopping and discovering new beauty products, yet I don't always want to commit to buying a full product without trying it first. Birchbox has been the perfect personal shopper in my life. This is my fifth box so far and I've come to love, purchase and incorporate many of the products into my daily beauty routine. I've been anxiously awaiting the arrival of July's box, and couldn't have been happier when checking my mailbox today after work. Each Birchbox has a theme, and July's was Power Play, promoting strength and control to maximize happiness in your life.


This month, I received five samples of products, most of which are centered around keeping my face flawless and glowing, even in the dog days of summer. 


The product I am most excited about receiving this month is the DDF® Acne Control Treatment.  Living in Florida has really taken a toll on my skin, leaving my face oily and more breakout prone than usual. That being said, the full size of this treatment runs for $44 per tube, a price I wouldn't ever consider spending before trying first.


Another product that sparks my interest is benefit's Moisture Prep Toning Lotion. Benefit is a brand I love time and time again. I always leave the house wearing Benetint and High Beam, so I think it's safe to say this is going to be a product that I will be willing to shell out $30 for. 



Alas, something I can never seem to have enough of: fragrance samples. Last box, I was sent Juicy's La La, which is why I was surprised to see another Juicy bottle in this month's box, but I am surely not complaining. This month's fragrance is Juicy Couture's self titled scent, which is lighter and, in my opinion, more everyday friendly than La La. Almost every time I checked out online from Sephora, I would default to choosing perfumes as my complementary samples. Birchbox seems to know me so well. 



Another product included in this month's box is Nomaterra's Eau de Parfum Fragrance Wipe. I fully intend on tossing this wipe in my purse and pulling it out in time of need.


Last and quite possibly least, we have Pür Minerals CC Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 40. I am not exactly thrilled about receiving a CC cream, mostly because they are intended for use on color imbalanced skin. The redeeming grace of the cream is the SPF 40, which will make it useful while lounging by the pool this summer. 

Overall, I am thrilled with the samples in my box for July and cannot wait to see what August has in store for my Birchbox
-L