Well hello there. HOW ARE WE ALL DIDDLIN? It has definitely been a while since I last posted but I have been ever so busy. I have missed blogging so bloody much so this is going to be quite therapeutic for me today.
I feel like since its been so long I should give you a quick update on the goings on in my life as I like to do. I have got a new job ( Hip hip HOORAY) for starters which is going to give me lots and lots more pennies to spend on lots and lots of beauty products of course :) .
I have spent a lot of time playing with my pooch and staring at her while she sleeps as she is far too cute!
I have also been a social butterfly- Drank lots and pulled some crazy faces- Standard.
There was also the theft of a blow up penis and attacking of the owner. (No one was seriously injured)
I also tend to spend my Sundays watching lots of Come Dine With Me along with lots of pigging out and I recently came across these monstrosities! I had to share the lashes of doom with you all- And this lady is also a model- no excuse.
And I got my nose re-pierced because I missed it. I will make sure not to lose it and let it heal whilst being under the influence of alcohol again. Pinky promise.
So lets get to it. As you know by now- I have subscribed to three well known beauty boxes and every month I write a review for all you lovely people out there on the products inside. Birchbox has been the current winner month after month but my oh my- the tables have turned this month as I have awarded it with the bronze medal. Ot ohhhhh.
THIRD PLACE- BIRCHBOX.
I loved loved loved the theme this month being holiday themed once again- 'Away we go' - and I got a lovely snippet read of 'The Proposal' by Tasmina Perry but the products inside just failed to WOW me once used. Simple as that really.
(I am using dollar signs instead of pounds only because my 'on the edge of death' laptop will not let me use the pound sign).
1. Dead Sea Spa Magik- Refreshing Bath Shower Gel- $7.15 for full size- Sample Size
This I like but cannot rave about. What is great is that for a sample you get a lot from it as you do not need to squeeze a lot out of the tube to cover your whole body and I love how it can either be used in the shower or popped into a bubble bath for the same effect. BUT it is described as luxurious and refreshing and I just don't get or believe that- its average. Smells average and leaves your skin feeling average.
2. Number 4- Super Comb Prep and Protect- $20 for full size- Sample Size
I like this product. It is not amazing, amazing so as I feel like I have walked out of a salon after a conditioning treatment but it does the trick. I received a decent sized sample and it does what it says on the tin- or should I say bottle. Spray on damp hair and allow this leave on conditioner to works its magic. It is also great at de-tangling hair and has the added benefit of heat protection- if it can de-tangle my birds nest after rolling about all night then it can de-tangle anyone's.
3. Supergoop! Daily Correct SPF 35 CC Cream- $32 for full size- Sample Size
HATE this stuff guys with a passion and the sample sizes are tiny! Do not be fooled by the photo- Each tube is not even taller than my little finger and I am a very small person. I am always interested in trying CC creams as I hate feeling like I have too much on my face these days which foundation can sometimes do but this is not the one and I am heartbroken.
I was sent the light/medium shade which was perfect for my skin tone but the cream does not spread on easily and once applied, it in fact felt very heavy and sticky- like cement. Had to get it off my face straight away. It wasn't too bad for coverage for a CC cream but if you have acne prone skin you will still need to use PLENTY of concealer. It does say you can layer for extra coverage but its far too sticky in texture to do so. Just stay away.
4. Vasanti- Brightenup! Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator- $26 for full size- Sample Size
This I really really like and is another Birchbox winner. This is a multi action exfoliator that ensures a renewed and refreshed complexion. It is to be used 3 to 5 times a week and you only need a pea sized amount so this will really last a few months which is great for a sample! It smells really refreshing and feels quite gritty scrubbing away those dirty cells. I would buy this again.
5. Wild About Beauty- Powder Eyeshadow in 05 Fern- Full sized item- $13
Now I have never been a great fan of eye-shadow myself but I love this- the shade is subtle but still noticeable and it glides on ever so smoothly like satin. It is from Louise Redknapp and Kim Jacob's paraben free range and I think its wonderful. Birchbox chose a really lovely warm colour that I think will please a lot of beauty enthusiasts out there.
Here is two coats of the shadow.
Birchbox was too hit and miss this month compared to the next two boxes so I had no choice but to give it last place. Step up your game Birchbox.
SECOND PLACE- LOVE ME BEAUTY
This was a fabulous box where I chose Edition 2- There was only 4 products inside but ALL FULL SIZED and all excellent with a value of $55 so Love Me Beauty definitely deserved to take the Silver.
This is also not the actual Love Me Beauty box in the photo and I know it doesn't look great- But my fiancée threw it away without my knowledge- he's far too keen to clean.
1. Marsk- Mineral Eye-shadow in 'Foiled Again'- Full Sized- $14.49
Once again I am slowly growing to become a lover of eye-shadow thanks to these boxes. This is a mineral eye-shadow that comes in a glitter pot and is 100% natural and cruelty free. It stays put to your lids all night and is fantastic on its own where you can build up the layers or keep it light and it also works great over the top of another shade as it blends perfectly. Foil me up any time Love Me Beauty.
Below is a photo without the flash with one layer.
2. A La Carte- Smudge-proof eyebrow definer in Blonde- Full sized- $23
Adore this. This eyebrow defining pen is so easy to use and control and came in a light brown shade which is perfect for day to day wear when you are not looking for anything too dramatic although the colour can be built up. It is water based so glides really easily and is great for filling in those pesky gaps. It doesn't come cheap but it is so worth it and a great addition to the make up bag for moi and those brow fanatics I am sure.
Below is one coat.
3. Oriflame- The one eyeliner stylo in 'Black'- Full sized- $8.45
This could not have come at a better time as I have just finished with my current liquid eye-liner and I love it! I have been using this for a good few weeks now on a daily basis and the product is still fresh and deep in colour unlike some liquid eye liners that can be ever so disappointing and would have started to dry up by now.
It is super easy to use and does not lose any product throughout the day in those naughty creases. Great liquid eye-liner. Thank you very much Love Me Beauty!
Do you like my tash?
4. Mirabella- Lip definer in 'Tart'- Full sized- $10.50
Once again Love Me Beauty read my mind and must have known I was looking around for a sexy new lip liner. The one they sent me is delicious. I have not heard of this brand before but they have definitely not disappointed. Its so smooth to use and such a lovely shade indeed. Its absolute perfection and multi purpose- it can be used as a liner on its own or for full all over coverage as a lip stick.
I love how the shade is also called 'Tart'- Filthy.
Love Me Beauty have definitely stepped up their game this month and proven its all about: Quality- Not quantity. Super excited to choose my next box.
So...
FIRST PLACE- GLOSSY BOX
Glossy Box never fails to impress me month after month but it has never been able to quite top Birchbox but this month they knocked it out of the park. All products were really good sizes and of really fantastic quality with a great mix. Thoroughly deserved first place.
1. Kryolan for Glossybox- Highlighter in 'Cashmere'- Full sized- $12.95
I am always on the hunt for a great highlighter because I love to contour. conTOUR. CONTOUR. This highlighter is creamy in texture and will last such a long time considering you only need to use a tiny bit each time. Its very lightweight, spreads easily and leaves a lovely fresh glow to your skin. I am very pleased with this product and this will be a daily essential of mine.
To highlight, apply this to the top of your cheekbones, on your cupids bow and brow bone. As you can see below: Its a lovely light peachy colour that is glossy which the light loves.
2. Figs and Rouge- Mini Hand Cream- Sample Sized- Full sized $6.95
As you get older- I am 26 and yes feel old- you start to dream about hand creams. That is what I found anyway. I screamed in delight when I opened my box and found this bad boy. The packaging is awesome and even though this is not full sized, it is once again a great sample and will last at least a month. It is enriched with shea butter and smells divine and spreads very easily and dry's very quickly with no sticky texture in sight.
3. Yves Rocher- Pink Nail Polish- Sample Sized- Full sized $3.60
Lovely shade and for $3.60 is a great nail varnish indeed. Chips a little after 5 days of showering but the colour stayed fresh and glossy. Perfect for day or night and only 2 coats needed.
4. Philip Kingsley- Elasticizer- Sample Sized- Full sized $38
This is why I love these beauty boxes- A wonder product is always thrown in the mix that you wouldn't think twice about trying yourself. This elasticizer was specifically made for the one and only Audrey Hepburn and hey, if she loved it so do I! Its a pre-shampoo treatment that works a treat on your hair when you feel it needs some TLC. Its suitable for all hair textures and really has left my hair feeling great- It hasn't weighed it down and made it feel super bouncy and shiny. I shall be purchasing this again.
5. Lalique- L'Amour Perfume- Sample Sized- Full sized $67
I am definitely a fragrance chick and love getting perfume samples any day of the week! This is gorgeous and has been added to my perfume collection. I doubt I will buy the full sized product because its bloody expensive but I will enjoy it while it lasts.
6. Comfort Zone- Essentials Cleansing Milk- Full Sized- $20
I have also just ran out of cleanser (Why does everything run out at the same friggin time?) so this was a life saver for me and it works perfectly. Its a HUGE full sized product and is great at removing make up and cleansing those poor dirty pores. Its so soft and lovely on the skin. My only gripe is the bottle is not that user friendly- very hard to squeeze out the product.
So a HUGE well done goes to Glossybox- you finally did it! I hope you enjoyed reading my post and feel free to leave any comments.
Until next time...
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