June 2014 #Birchbox Unboxing - Away We Go!

Got my Birchbox this month and I couldn't be more pleased. When I first picked up the box, I noticed it was a little heavier than usual. Then I opened it and realized why. Also, one of the items I got has a retail value over the amount of two Birchboxes. Check the video to see what I got this month. And please rate, comment and subscribe!
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March 2014 @Birchbox Unboxing - Spring Forward

 I got my March 2014 Birchbox a few days ago. Check out what's inside and don't forget to subscribe and please comment/rate the video!
Are you a Birchbox subscriber? What'd you get this month?
If you're not a subscriber you can join HERE to start getting beauty samples and racking up points. I had about $40 in points and did a little shopping - stay tuned to see what I got.


 

November 2013 Birchbox Unboxing - #MoreGood

Check out what I got in the November 2013 Birchbox! I also have another box to show you, which I received at the screening of Delivery Man, starring Vince Vaughn. View the video to see what I got in both boxes.
Also, there's only a few days left to enter my jewelry giveaway!
Check it out here: http://bit.ly/1gxdsVS

October 2013 Birchbox Unboxing #BBbeautybuzz

I'm a little late posting this, but here is my October 2013 Birchbox unboxing. And while I'm satisfied with my box, I saw a few items (in other unboxings) that I would have loved to get. Especially the Pop Beauty gloss and the Liz Earle skincare. I'm cool with my box though. Check out the video and let me know what you think. Don't forget to like, rate, and subscribe!

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Becca Radiant Skin Satin Finish Foundation  

full size retails for $42

Bain de Terre Macadamia Oil Nourishing Shampoo and Conditioner (1.7 oz travel sizes)

full sizes retail for $12 and $13.50

*Birchbox Find: Chapstick Hydration Lock Lip Moisturizer (full-size) 

Evologie Stay Clear Cream (.33 oz sample)

full size retails for $62

*Birchbox Find - items that are in addition to, never in place of, usual samples

                                                                   

August 2013 Birchbox Unboxing - Finishing School!

Hi all! Here is my August 2013 Birchbox Unboxing and the theme is finishing school. I was very satisfied with this month's box. The sizes of the samples are generous and I love the selections. Check the video and let me know what you think.
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Evolvh Ultrashine Moisture Conditioner (2oz Trial Size) full size retails for @25
So glad for this ample size of conditioner. Much better than the little sample packets that never have enough product to use on my whole head. Smells really nice too-kinda like Cashmere Mist by Donna Karan

derma e Hydrating Mist (2oz trial size) full size retails for $13.50
Nice refreshing mist, very hydrating. I tend to be oily so I could probably use this in place of moisturizer.
It has a slightly perfume-y scent that smells just like Plumeria.

Stila All Day Liquid Lipstick (0.03 oz full size retails for $22
Always excited to get lip products in my box. This is a nice blue-red. I'll need to play around with it to see how to wear it best. Dries matte and yes it has lasting power.

Whish Exfoliating Body Wash (.75oz trial) full size retails for $22
Gently exfoliation and smells very coconut-y and tropical.

Whish Hair Inhibiting Deodorant Swipes (1 swipe) full size retails for $16

July 2013 Birchbox Unboxing

Hi all! Here is this month's Birchbox Unboxing. I was satisfied with products and will use each one. Check out the video and let me know what you think.
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The Balm cosmetics Instain Long-Wearing Powder Staining Blush (0.018 oz sample)

  Full-size retails for $22

Birchbox Bobby Pins ( 2 pins) 

Full-size set of 6 retails for $5

Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Cream (sample tube)

Full-size retails for $48

Curly Hair Solutions Curl Keeper (1 oz sample)

Full-size retails for $10

DDF Acne Control Treatment (0.5oz sample)

Full-size retails for $44

New Fave Fragrance: MCMC Phoenix

I have a new favorite fragrance and it's called MCMC Phoenix and I fell in love with it after getting a sample in my November 2012 birchbox . I wanted to get the full size but I didn't want to spend money (budget woes) and I didn't want to use so many of my Birchbox points.I don't think I had that many at the time. 

 Well, a couple weeks ago, Birchbox had sort of a flash sale and the Phoenix rollerball was only $25. FYI, I love rollerball and solid perfumes.  I wasted no time buying it. And yes, I used my points instead my cash. Those points really do come in handy when you want products but don't want to spend money. I'm so glad I got it. 
It's smells really great to me. Warm but still fresh, clean and not really sparkly. Plus, it's natural and it lasts; I still love it at the end of the day.I love it so that I'm curious to see what the other MCMC fragrances smell like. You can check them out on the MCMC site.  

Here's a little bit about MCMC Phoenix from MCMCfragrances.com

"Phoenix is about a girl I know. With fair skin and light blond hair, she’s ethereal and beautiful like a mythical fire bird. When I call her she does not come, but she floats in and out of my life.  
With top notes of peach and cherry blossom, gradually giving way to sturdy Tunisian neroli and a light, powdery vanilla"

photo souce (top): mcmcfragrances.com

March 2013 Birchbox Unboxing

I got my Birchbox this month and I am pretty satisfied with it. Kinda makes up for not  (I really tried) getting last month's box. Check out the video and pics to see what I got.
Feel free to rate, comment, and subscribe on Youtube.
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 Caldrea Lotion (3 samples) in Coconut Fig, Aloe Water Apricot, and Tea Olive Lime. All very light and fresh scents and Tea Olive Lime is my fave of the three. Full-Size retail for $22

Whish Shave Cream in blueberry (.75oz tube) Really creamy and smells super sweet - kinda like Sweet Tarts candy.
Full-size retails for $20

Curls Cashemere Curls Leave In Conditioner (2 oz sample)Looks really  watery but has the texture of a  serum. I have not used this line since I first went natural. I'll see how I like it now.
Full-size retails for $20

Sumita Eyeliner Full size black eyeliner. I love getting eyeliners and I can always use them.
Full-size retail for $11

 Madewell for Birchbox Emery Board  retail for $5

Check some of my  Birchbox Unboxings

January 2013
December 2012
November 2012
October 2012
September 2012
August Birchbox 2012
Glamour Birchbox July

January Birchbox 2013 Unboxing

It's the first Birchbox of the year! It's ok but I think I want to change my Birchbox profile a bit just to see what kind of box I get next month.  Oh, and my hair is twisted up at the request of my beau *sigh* And it only took 8 hours *more sighs* At least I won't need to style it for a little while.

Check out the video and please feel free to rate, comment and subscribe.




What's in the box:


Embryolisse Lait-Creme Concentre 24-Hour Miracle Cream (sample tube 0.17oz)
full size retails for $16

Harvey Prince Skinny Chic fragrance (sample vial)
Full size retails for $21-$55

Lashem Double Trouble Lash Mascara (sample)
Full size retails for $19.99

Ojon rare blend oil Total Hair Therapy (sample vial 0.07 fl.oz0
Full size retails for $35

theBalm cosmetics Hot Mama (sample 0.035 oz)
Full size retails for $20

Join Birchbox HERE

Check out my Birchbox unboxings:
December 2013
November 2012
October 2012
September 2012
August Birchbox 2012
Glamour Birchbox July
Birchbox June
Gossip Girl May 2012 
April 2012 
March 2012 
February 2012

December Birchbox 2012 Unboxing

I got my Birchbox last Tuesday, filmed this video the next day (at the beau's place), and I planned on uploading this video on Friday. Didn't quite work out that way though. My schedule has been a little crazy with jewelry orders, outings, and I had to vend at an event last Tuesday. So today was the first day that I really had time to post. So, finally, here's my December Birchbox.


 

 Benefit It's Potent Eye Cream (0.1 oz) Full size retails for $32

Kerastase Nutritive Nectar Thermique (2 samples) Full size retails for $42

ModelCo Shine Ultra Lip gloss (full size in Strip Tease) Retails for $16

Juicy Couture fragrance (sample vial) retails for $70-$90

Emily's Chocolates Chocolate Covered Fortune Cookies $5.99 for box of 6


Check a few of my other boxes
November 2012
October 2012
September 2012
August Birchbox 2012
Glamour Birchbox July
Birchbox June
Gossip Girl May 2012 
April 2012 
March 2012 
February 2012

November Birchbox 2012

Hi all! I got my November Birchbox and made a little video showing what I got. Check it and please subscribe to my YouTube channel.




MCMC Phoenix sample vial
I really like this fragrance. The full size retails for $45-$95

Kiehls Creme de Corp travel size
A nice rich moisturizing cream. Full size retails for $18

Masquelogy Revitalizing Eye gel -1 mask
Full size retails for $24 for 3 mask

Masquelogy  Masque Cleanse 0.03 fl.oz sample
 full size retails for $32

Masquelogy 7D moisture 0.003 fl.oz. sample
full retails for $68

Stila all over luminizer 0.05 fl.oz
Full size retails for $20


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Check a few of my other boxes
October 2012
September 2012
August Birchbox 2012
Glamour Birchbox July
Birchbox June
Gossip Girl May 2012 
April 2012 
March 2012 
February 2012

Goop Birchbox October 2012

Hi all! I got my Birchbox yesterday and here is what I got.

Essie nail lacquer in Carry On (full size) retails for $8 - Yay for full size.
Joanna Vargas Daily Serum (5ml tube) the full size retails for $86 - We'll see how this works
Marie Veronique Organics body oil (0.5oz sample) full size retails for $35 -Nice body oil.
Sprout skincare Truly All Natural Cocoa Lip Balm (Full Size) comes in a flight of 4 which retails for $18
Luna Bar in Lemon Zest (full size) a box retail for $18.75


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Check a few of my other boxes
September 2012
August Birchbox 2012
Glamour Birchbox July
Birchbox June
Gossip Girl May 2012 
April 2012 
March 2012 
February 2012

Birchbox September 2012

It's Birchbox time and this month's theme is fall fashion trends. Here is what I got and please forgive the crappy camera phone photos. My camera has really died this time. Hopefully I can get a new one soon. Until then I'll have to use what I got.

Vasanti BrightenUp Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator 20 gram tube

Natural facial exfoliator that mimics microdermabrasion. Left my skin nice and smooth. 

Full size retails for $34

21 drops Aromatherapy Blend  0.7fl. oz sample

A blend of essential for aromatherapy. I received the Focus (how'd they know?) scent 

which is supposed to aid in concentration. 

Full size retails for $29.00

twistband lace up  1 band

twistbands are hair elastics that are made of soft elastic. 

A pack of 12 retails for $22.00

Nexxus Pro-Mend Split end Shampoo, Conditioner and Treatment creme (sample pouches)

These little sample packets are always too small. Not enough product to judge results. Especially  for a lot of hair. The creme felt nice though. 

Full sizes retail at $9.99 for shampoo and creme and $14.99 for conditioner. 

Color Club Professional Nair Lacquer in Status Update 

I like this color-It's a very deep gray. Full size retails for $8.00

Mighty Leaf Tea  3 pouches

I've bought Mighty Leaf Teas before and I like them a lot. They've got some great blends. 

Tea in my box is always a win. 

Retails for $9.95 

A gift card for Madewell. $25 on a purchase of $75 or more. 

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Check out my other boxes:

August Birchbox 2012

Glamour Birchbox July 2012

Birchbox June 2012

Gossip Girl May 2012

April 2012

March 2012

February 2012

January 2012

December 2011

Glamour Birchbox July 2012

Hi all! I did a little video to show you what I got in my Birchbox.Check it out! And, I'll still provide links to the products below.



Manna Kadar sheer glo shimmer lotion (.01 fl oz/3ml sample tube)
Nice shimmer. I'll probably mix a little with lotion. Full size retails for $29

Laura Geller Double Dipped Lipstick in Caribbean Kiss (Full size :))
Nice basic colors that I can mix with other colors. Full Size retails for $17.50

Oscar de la Renta Live in Love (.01 fl oz/ 3ml sample vial)
Don't love it, don't hate it. Full size retails for $25-$78

Fresh Soy Face Cleanser ( 0.14/4ml 3 sample packets)
I'll see how it works for me. Full size retails for $38

Birchbox Earbuds - I really needed some new earbuds

Birchbox June 2012

Hi all! I got my Birchbox today and this month's theme is Jet Set, so the items are all travel friendly.
Here is what I got:

Cynthia Rowley Dress Up Band-Aids (Full-size Pack of 20)
I must admit that I side-eyed these bandages when I first saw them but they are really cute. I'd wear one sans wound. The info card says that these retail for $15 per 20 pack but there is a bundle,  including these plus a 20 pack of designer waterproof Band-Aids, on the Birchbox site for $14.

Masqueology Pore Minimizing Mask (1 mask)
A one time use mask that is supposed to minimize the visible appearance of pores and refine the overall texture of skin. I'm excited to try this. Retails at $24 for 3 individually wrapped masks. Available in a brightening formula also.

                                                           Let's see what's in here

Melvita Rose Floral Water (0.95 fl. oz.)
I love rose water and I'm happy to have this little travel spray for my purse. Retails at $22 for 6.76 oz.

theBalm cosmetics Stainiac in Beauty Queen (0.04 fl.oz)
This stain left a very sheer and natural finish on my lips. It wasn't too drying like the liquid stains I've used in the past. Retails $17 for .3 oz.

Juliette Has A Gun - Not A Perfume (Sample vial)
I really like this fragrance. It's light and clean and has a soft finish. The creator describes it as minimalist, elegant, pur, and I agree. It retails at $85 for approx. 1.7 oz.

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Check out my other boxes:

Gossip Girl May 2012

April 2012

March 2012

February 2012

January 2012

December 2011

Birchbox Favorites

I have been subscribed to Birchbox for over a year now and I really like the service. Though there are hits and misses, I think that it is more than worth the $10 monthly fee. And I'll continue to be a member. I currently have Birchbox  points to spend so I'll probably get one of these  favorites I have listed here.  Here they are:


Jouer Luminizing Moisture Tint              Zhen Gypsy Tea Coconut Chai Black Tea 

  


 

 Ahava Dermud Hand Cream               Befine Exfoliating Cleanser


   



Pomege5 Green Tea Mattifying Moisturizer  SweetRiot Dark Chocolate Covered Cacao Nibs

Pangea Organics Lip Balm ( Italian Red Mandarin w/Rose)    Zoya Intimate Nail Polish Collection

    

Juice Beauty Green Apple Peel Full Strength      ybf Beauty Automatic Universal Eyebrow Pencil

   

Sircuit Cosmeceuticals Molecular Mist                                 June Jacobs Purifying Enzyme Mask

                         

Incoco Nail Polish Applique                                              Pangea Organics Facial Mask   

  

Tea Forte Mints                                                                      Blinc Mascara

                           

Chuao Chocolate Bars (Firecracker)                   Oscar Blandi Jasmine Protein Mist   

  

Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Or                                      Jouer Moisturizing Lip Gloss

                                                     

VMV Hypoallergenics Re-Everything Lotion                   Juice Beauty Blemish Clearing Serum

  

Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution                        Annick Goutal Eau d'Hadrien

Color Club Neon Nail Polish (Age of Aquarius)                I Coloniali Tibetan Shower Cream

Les Palais de Thes Tea bags - The du Hammam

Check out my boxes:

February 2012

January 2012

December 2011

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