Birchbox - May 2012 - Gossip Girl

Hey Everyone!!!!  

I know this is going up a little late but I received my May Birchbox last week!!!  I just recently started taking classes again...my 2 week spring break was not nearly long enough, which is why the delay in this post.

Any who.......getting right into it.  This months theme was Gossip Girl - Chic Sunday Brunch.  The box is filled with products to help any little social butterfly look their best on the weekends.  And because I received this box last week, I have tried out most of the products so I will do a description and mini review of each.

The Fragrance.....Flor y Canto by Arquiste (0.0038 fl. oz liquid / 1,13 ml)

This has to be one of the most amazing things I have smelled.  In the bottle/vile it smells extremely floraly...but as soon as this hits skin it takes on this warm, rich scent.  According to the packaging it came in the notes are:  Mexican Tuberose, Magnolia, Plumeria, and Marigold.  For more information you can visit their website at arquiste.com 

*Full Size:  55ml - $165

Next up was the Caudalie Hand and Nail Cream (0.5 fl. oz. / 15ml)

The cream is on point.  The description says "Nothing sets off a glossy new mani like super-soft skin, and this French brand's antioxidant cream definitely delivers".  It goes on just so silky and smooth, not greasy what so ever.  The only issue I have is with the smell.  It doesn't offer a name to the scent of the lotion, but it sort of smells like orange tic tacs mixed with like a metal or metallicy odor.  It's hard to describe but it just smells a bit off.  Does an amazing job though smoothing out your skin!

*Full Size:  75ml - $19.00

Now it's not a Birchbox unless there was some sort of lip product.  I was really excited to see Fusion Beauty Lip Fusion Balm (0.17 oz. / 4.7 g) and this item is full size.  I have never tried any of Fusion Beauty's products and just ripped this stuff right out of the box.  The balm itself has no color, but does have a nice minor minty scent.  It applies to the lips like butter!  Creamy and silky...it glides over your lips leaving them soft and feeling hydrated and full (without any sort of tingle).  This lip conditioning stick is meant to protect against sun exposure as it does have SPF15 in it.  Again, this was a full size product and well worth the $10 alone!!!

*Full Size:  0.17 oz - $22.00

Hair product...I get so excited to try new things and I have to say this box really excited me with new brands that I have been itching to try and now finally have the chance to.  Which leads me to the Ojon Damage Reverse Restorative Conditioner.  I apologize for not being able to list the size of my sample...I have used this product already and sadly it has already gone out in the trash.  I will say though, I have a MASSIVE amount of hair (both extremely long and thick) and I was able to get 3 uses out of the conditioner.  I have color, highlights, and that fun jazz in my hair so it is pretty brittle and dry after cleansing.  This conditioner went on nice and made my hair feel really silky after rinsing it out.  The smell was bearable, although not my favorite.  I am not sure if it was the conditioner but I have noticed some slight itching and flaking from my scalp since I have used this with my other products.  I don't think I would purchase this in full size.  I get the same effect with my Macadamia Hair Mask Treatment...and no dandruff lol.

*Full Size:  8.5 fl. oz. - $25.00

And last but certainly not least is the infamous Birchbox Extra.  This product is usually a miscellaneous lifestyle item, not really pertaining to "beauty".  I am actually really excited about this item, which sounds kind of nerdy because it's a note card and envelope.  It's a Birchbox pink envelope and the note card is all red with white trim and white xoxo in the center of the card.  Where the other side is all white with red trim.  I am going to give my boyfriend something in the very near future as a "just because" and I can put this card to use when I give him his gift.  It's very cute and subtle, yet not too "girly".   

*Full Size:  Set of 12 - $10.00

Thank you guys for reading, I hope you all enjoyed this.  Leave a comment below and if you are subscribed to Birchbox let me know what you received in your May Box!  Take Care Everyone!!!

Birchbox - April 2012

Hey Everyone!!!


So we just got back yesterday from our trip out to NJ for Honda Day and my Birchbox was waiting in the mail!!!  For those that are not familiar with Birchbox, it's a monthly beauty subscription (costs $10 a month) that sends you 4-5 deluxe (and sometimes full size) products.  Included in the box is a card with a message from the Birchbox team along with a list of products in your box and full size prices for the products (which can be ordered on their website).

This months theme is "Natural Wonders"

The first 2 items in the box are both by Kahina Giving Beauty.  It's a small packet of their Argan Oil and one of their Facial Lotion.  

The Argan Oil is 100% organic Moroccan oil which is meant to moisturize dry hair or skin.  It can also be mixed with the Facial Lotion in create a mega-hydrator.  And the Facial Lotion is inspired by Moroccan beauty rituals and uses organic shea butter to nourish the skin.
*Full Size:  Argan Oil - $36.00 & Facial Lotion - $62.00


The next little gem is something I have heard a little buzz about online and it is the Wonderstruck fragrance by Taylor Swift.  There isn't any information on the notes of this fragrance so I pulled the description from the Internet..."A charming and sparkling surprise of vibrant fruits, kissed by a bouquet of soft petals and a touch of sweet indulgence".  I am looking forward to giving this a try!
*Full Size:  $49.50 & $59.50

The next product smells just as amazing as the Taylor Swift fragrance and it is the Benta Berry G-1 Exfoliating Facial Cleanser.  It smells EXACTLY like something that has been in a Birchbox before (and I can't put my finger on which product it is) and it is heavenly.  It's a Parisian brand creamy exfoliator with ground apricot seeds.
*Full Size:  $16.00

I have always been interested in the Pur Minerals brand and now I am able to sample their 4-in-1 Mineral Tinted Moisturizer.  It claims that it is a moisturizer, primer, foundation, and SPF 20 that covers blemishes while infusing the skin with moisturizing botanicals.  My samples is in the shade medium but I have been tanning recently so I might have to use a bronzer on top if this to match my current skin tone.
*Full Size:  $34.00

And last, but not least, an item I have been debating on picking up from the drug store and it is the Yes to Blueberries Age Refresh Cleansing Facial Towelettes (8 travel towelettes).  Every time I go to my local Walgreen's and stroll past the cosmetic section, I always end up looking at the Yes To products and debating on grabbing a package of these towelettes. The product is 99% Natural and paraben-free.  It's a cleansing and moisturizing towelette infused with apple, blueberry, and lemon peel extracts meant for removing makeup while hydrating the skin.
*Full Size:  30 pack - $7.99  

Thank you all for reading and I hope you are all having a good morning, afternoon, or evening whereever you are!  Also, if you are subscribed to Birchbox and received anything different in your box this month, leave a comment below and share what came in yours!  Take care everyone and talk to you soon =)