Category: Beauty Boxes

My Little ‘Coconut’ Box – July 2016

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I received my July My Little Box today  – it is a Parisian based monthly subscription box which costs £14.95 (inclusive of p&p) per month.    Each month My Little Box has a different theme and the box is always beautifully illustrated in line with that theme.

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Included in this months box was the usual high quality glossy booklet, which I love reading, additional product information cards, the My  Little Box cloth drawstring bag (which contains the three to four beauty / skincare products usually three – one of which is a My Little Box item), usually two accessory items and a beautiful card that can be framed.  Included in this months box are:

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  • A Beautiful Passport Holder – Embossed with ‘Let’s Get Lost’ on the front and ‘My Little Box’ on the back – also comes in a gift envelope with a ribbon tie closure =£11; (perfect  as the pattern reminds you of holiday times)
  • A Stella & Dot Goldtone Bracelet – £18  – comes in a ‘Sunshine Suits You’ pink and cream drawer style gift box (beautiful bracelet with clasp closure and red tassel – perfect as I have a small wrist but may be a problem for those with a larger wrist size);
  • My Little Box Apres Soleil / Aftersun Spray- 100ml –  £10  – (it is a beautiful coconut scented body milk spray);
  • Yves Rocher Coconut Eau De Toilette – 20 ml – £7 (again going with the coconut theme- if you love coconut you will be happy this month  -a beautiful fresh summery coconut  fragrance – good handbag size);
  • Coco Rico Hand Cleansing Gel – 30 ml – 3 Euro – (a useful handbag size cleansing gel); and
  • A Ojon Rare Blend Oil Moisture Therapy 2ml Sample– it is a 5 in 1 replenishing care for parched , dry hair – it is £30 for 45 ml (nice sample to be included – card advises that just one drop helps hydrate, smooth ends, soften strands, boost shine and reduce Frizz – I did apply one drop and although felt nice on my hair not greasy and appeared to tame some stray hairs too early to say how good this oil actually is)

I enjoy receiving My Little Box because it not only contains beauty / skincare products but  also a variety of accessories e.g.  included in past boxes have been a scarf, gloves, diary, cup, bangle,  etc.  I also  love the box designs / illustrations which are always exquisite.  Although I am v happy with the contents of this months box, which I think are v good and excellent value for money and I will use everything, in my opinion it is not quite as good as last months box which I loved, think the one makeup item sealed it for me – I have inserted a photo below of what I received in last month’s box.  I am hoping I will receive more makeup up items in future boxes as recently there has been a lot of skincare items included.   I would definitely recommend subscribing to this box as it is gives you something slightly different / contains a variety of items and is a lovely surprise each month.

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Thank you for looking – any queries / comments please let me know and if you would like a separate review on any of the above products just let me know.

Best Wishes Liz x

Glossybox – July 2016

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I received my July Glossybox  on Monday and only got opening it today – it is a monthly subscription box which costs £10.00 (plus p&p) per month and 3, 6 & 12 monthly subscriptions are also available.  Five personalised beauty products are included each month which are normally sent wrapped in pink tissue paper with a black bow in the signature pink Glossybox (occasionally products are sent in limited edition / collaboration boxes). Currently you can get two boxes for £10 (plus p&p), the July Glossybox  and a free surprise box (while stocks last).  You can also sign up through my referral link Glossyboxreferral.   Glossybox also occasionally have limited edition boxes available which you can purchase as a one off box (no subscription) – they have one currently available (while stocks last) for £24 (plus p&p) if you are interested.

I resisted the urge to have a sneak peek at the spoilers this month so was v pleased to see that all this months products were full size items.   Also included in this months box is the usual product  / beauty information card which also contains discount offers/codes,  and the following five products – pictures / slide show below:

  • UTAN Nourishing Night Cream (for a gradual even facial tan)  -25ml – £12.50– (looking forward to trying this product as sounds very similar to the James Read facial tan product I currently use – although is says facial I also use it on my neck and bust and works well so will try the same with this product);
  • Hawailan Tropic Lip Gloss in Island Berry SFP 25 –20ml =£6.99 – (looking forward to trying this properly but initial thoughts are it  has a lovely not too overpowering fruity fragrance, is not sticky, leaves a nice sheen on the lips);
  • Icona Milano Waterproof Emotion Allowed Black Mascara – 10 ml – £13.04 – (I have not heard of this brand so looking forward to using it.  It is  described as being water, sweat and humidity resistant making it a faultless choice for any occasion – hope it lives up to all these claims);
  • Hairon De Tangling Brush – £6.99 – (another brand I am not familiar with, a summery colour and handy handbag size); and last but definitely not least
  • Blank Canvas F20 Flat Brush– £11.99 – (yet again another brand I am not familiar with – Glossybox doing well this month – love this brush already, so soft but firm at the same time and the colour of the handy is absolutely gorgeous, cerise pink with slight metallic shimmer – cannot wait to use).

I am very pleased with this months selection, as all are full size items, great selection of products, brands, including three new brands for me.  I am really looking forward to trying all these products especially the brush, mascara and lipgloss but still hoping to have even more makeup items in next months box.

*SPOILER* – As it is Glossybox fifth birthday next month,  Glossybox are celebrating with a special collaboration with Rae Feather – the August box is also going to contain a MUA eyeshadow palette – those already subscribed are able to make their selection (choice of colours) by the 14th July otherwise Glossybox will make the choice for you based on your profile.

Thank you for looking – any queries / comments please let me know and if you would like a separate review on any of the above products just let me know.

Best Wishes Liz x

Birchbox – July 2016

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I received my July Birchbox at the weekend – it is a monthly subscription box which costs £12.95 (inclusive of p&p) per month and 3, 6 & 12 monthly subscriptions are also available.  Five personalised beauty treats are included each month and as this month’s box is in collaboration with  Millie Mackintosh, a Full Size LOC x Millie Mackintosh Lip Pencil is included in every box.  If you are interested,  you can sign up  through my referral link www.birchbox.co.uk/invite and you will receive £5 worth of Birchbox points and currently if you use the code BERRY at checkout you will receive a FREE full-size Lord & Berry Smudgeproof Eye Pencil in black (worth £13!) – while stocks last.  (However please remember this may be sent separately).

Included in this months box is the usual product  / beauty information booklet, a drawstring bag (which the products come in and I love as very handy to store items and to take with you on holidays / short breaks etc)  and the following five products  based on my profile – pictures / slide show below:

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  • John Frieda Frizz Ease Anti Frizz Primer  100ml (full size) –  £9.99 – (there was a choice available this month, either the primer or a luxurious volume 7 day volume in-shower hair treatment – Birchbox emailed to ask preference – if you do not reply Birchbox will make the choice for you based on your profile);
  • LOC x Millie Ultra Gloss Lip Pencil in Bohemian Rose– 2.5 g (full size) =£9;
  • Elemis Hydra Nourish Night Cream – 15 ml (full size =£43 for 50 ml);
  • Nails Inc Mini – 4ml (full size= £12 – £15 for 10 ml) – different shades – (although I do like receiving nail polishes I would have preferred another makeup item instead as have so many nail polishes at the moment); and
  • Indeed Labs Hydraluron Moisture Boosting Mask– 1 x mask 20 ml – (full size -£19.99 for 4)).

I love the box design this month and I am very pleased with this months selection although only two full size items still great value and a good mix of makeup, skincare and haircare products which I am happy to receive although in future boxes I am hoping I will receive more makeup up items .

Thank you for looking – any queries / comments please let me know and if you would like a separate review on any of the above products just let me know.

Best Wishes Liz x

Libbie Club Box – July 2016

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Libbie Club (libbie.club) is a beauty box with a difference that I receive on a monthly basis.  I receive it totally free* by reviewing / sharing reviews on each product and as long as a purchase is made via my recommendations I am then sent the following months box free for review purposes again (each box usually contains 3 full size items).  When I first joined there was no charge, you had to wait to you were invited (by Libbie Club) but currently dependant on stock availability you can pay for your first box.

Was impressed when I received the July 2016 box as it contained the following three full size items (worth £53.45 – prices of products may vary online so could work out cheaper):

Cowshed Wild Cow Invigorating Body Lotion – 300 ml – £20.00

Although I have tried products from this brand before I had never tried this body lotion – it is described as blend of lemongrass, ginger and rosemary essential oils, formulated with shea and cocoa butters to give you that silky smooth feeling very time you apply and leaves your skin energised and smelling fantastic.  I found this thick body lotion did leave my skin soft, smooth and feeling revitalised and fragrance was / is not too overpowering for me but could be an issue if you are not fond of ginger fragrances.

Bean Body Coffee Bean Scrub with Skin Loving Coconut Oil – 220g – £14.95

This is a brand and product I had heard of before but had never got round to trying so was happy to see it included in this months box.   It is described as an all-natural scrub created with ingredients like robusta coffee beans, coconut oil, organic cacao and Himalayan pink roc salt to stimulate blood flow.   You are advised to ‘get wet’, rub a large handful of scrub in circular massage motions focusing on problem areas, leave to dry for five minutes and finish with a quick rinse.  I used this product as directed and although I found it a bit messy to use, it did leave my skin smooth and soft and as long as you do not use too much product the coffee smell is not too overpowering and you find the coconut fragrance coming through which I like.

New CID Cosmetics Smoulder Smokey Eye Pencils and Shadow  – (0.5g) – £18.50.

As I love eye makeup products especially, could not wait to try this – it is described as an easy to use dual ended eyeshadow pencil.  On one side is a soft cream shadow with sponge applicator and the other side is a twist up eyeliner in a complimentary shade to finish off your look.  You are advised to outline your eyes with the eyeliner end and then blend in the eye shadow with the super soft tip for sultry smoky eyes.  I received the silver shade in this product, found both very easy to apply, loved the colour and found although they did last well needed to reapply during the day.

The Libbie Club currently have offers available on these products (and offers on items from previous boxes) – please check out my page to read my reviews on these and previous products and take advantage of any offers.

Have already seen a preview of next months products which I cannot wait to receive / try as have never heard of any of the brands / tried any products from their ranges.

Thank you for looking – any queries / comments please let me know.

Best Wishes Liz x

*Products received free for review.

YOU Beauty Box – July 2016

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Delighted to receive my July 2016 YOU beauty box (http://box.you.co.uk/) today  – so many good products this month  and therefore more difficult to choose, (please see my first / previous YOU beauty box post for details of how to subscribe and shortlist / selection of products to choose from this month) however I finally selected / received the following two products:

 Illamasqua Precision Ink eyeliner in Abyss (black) – 3 ml    

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FULL SIZE = £20.50 

States on information booklet (an information booklet is always included each month): ‘precision ink creates perfect lines with its long-lasting water proof formula – the ultra fine tip also makes a great nail art pen’

My initial thoughts are the eyeliner is highly pigmented , long-lasting and water proof but not sure about the ‘precision’ element as not as smooth a line as I expected but this could be due in part to me comparing it to my normal slightly thicker eyeliner.  Cannot wait to try it for some nail art too.

Aethic L’Air Bien Remarkable re-hydration in flight face & hand cream – 30 ml

FULL SIZE  RRP = £24.00

States on the information booklet ‘an organic cream packed with goodies including gogi berry, amaranth oil and other natural ingredients to restore the skin and naturally retain moisture’.

 It has a thick white cream consistency with a v, v light fragrance, I am intrigued by this product and cannot wait to try.

Plus the extras included in this month’s box are a St Tropez New Gradual Tan in Shower Lotion in Medium (50ml), a £2 off St Tropez coupon and a White Rabbit skincare £10 gift card.

I was over the moon with my box / choices and extras this month – excellent value – this is a box I would definitely recommend trying if you can because of the value of products / cost of box – subscriptions start at £6.95.   However always remember if you interested in specific products need to make your choice early as some products sell out pretty quickly as was the case already this month for three of the products.

Thank you for looking – any comments / queries please let me know – would love to know what you chose too if you are already subscribed.

Best Wishes Liz x

 

Box of Style Summer 2016 – The Zoe Report

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The  Zoe Report Box of Style is a US seasonal box (4 boxes per year) which costs $100 per box (I was lucky to have a $20 code that I was able to redeem against my first box) and contains a variety of items (could be clothing, accessories, skincare, jewellery, makeup etc.).  The contents of each seasonal box  are different and contain around six items, one of which is a high value ‘hero’ item – could be jewellery, a bag etc.  International shipping is now available to the UK  for a flat rate of  $15 per box / shipment.  (full details on subscription(s) / shipping can be found at http://boxofstyle.thezoereport.com/)

I was over the moon when I received my Summer 2016 box as had resisted the temptation to look at spoilers on-line so everything within the box was a surprise.  An added bonus is that when you receive the black magnetic box, all the items within the box are wrapped separately in black tissue paper so you can enjoy / prolong the surprise with each separate unwrapping.

Included within the Summer box were the following items & information booklet (see photos below):

  • The ‘Hero’ Item – A gorgeous Luv AJ Lariat Necklace and Open Ring Set = $190;
  • A beautiful colourful and versatile Michael Stars Coverup = $58;
  • YHF Los Angeles Brown Sunglasses with pouch – (I feel these sunglasses would suit most shapes too) – $40;
  • Quai Haircare Wave Spray – perfect for the beach / summer = $12;
  • Dreamdry The Dream black turban / towel – perfect product especially for long hair = $30; and
  • Juice Beauty Green Apple SPF 15 Brightening Moisturiser – beautiful lightweight moisturiser which smells divine = $38

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I was so impressed and v happy with the items within this seasons box, not just because the total value of items was $368 but because the quality and variety of products included was fantastic too, the necklace and ring is unusual and beautiful and can be worn casual or for a special occasion / night out etc, the coverup is gorgeous, bright colourful and lightweight, the sunglasses are the perfect colour and shape and the moisturiser, hair spray and turban are also the perfect everyday summer items too.  I would definitely recommend trying at least one of these boxes if you can.

My referral link for Box of Style: – http://fbuy.me/d34vC

Direct link to Zoe Report Box of Style site: https://boxofstyle.thezoereport.com/

Thank you for looking – any queries / comments please let me know.

Best Wishes Liz x

Lookfantastic Beauty Box – July 2016

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I was delighted when I arrived home this wet Monday evening and saw my July Lookfantastic beauty box had arrived (www.lookfantastic.com) – it is a monthly subscription box which costs £15 per month (inc p&p) or from £11.25 for a 12 month subscription (if you are signed up to topcashback.co.uk you can also obtain cashback by subscribing to the Lookfantastic beauty box via the topcashback site http://www.topcashback.co.uk/ref/kellyl).

Included within this months box is the August 2016 edition of Elle (£4.10), the product  / beauty information booklet and the following six products (pictures / slide show below):

  • Bellapierre Pink Lip & Cheek Stain – 5g (full size) –  £12.99
  • Nuxe Shimmer Multi Purpose Dry Oil – 10 ml (full size =£19 for 50 ml);
  • Thisworks in transit camera close up primer – 20 ml (full size =£30 for 40 ml);
  • MiTi hair tie x 3 (full size) = £4.95;
  • Silk anti frizz cream – 15 ml – (full size -30 ml but unable to find RRP for this alone);
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  • New Benefit Goof Proof Brow Pencil in Light (no 2) – 0.11g (full size = £18.50 for 0.34g) – (Please see my review on this product – love it so although I already have it – pleased to receive another one)

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I am very pleased with this months selection although only two full size items still great value and a good mix of makeup, skincare and haircare products which I am happy to see as although last few months boxes have been excellent value too they have been more skincare related and I love to either see a good mix of products / or more makeup items included (my personal preference) – also the addition of the Elle magazine I feel is a great idea (has been included in the last few months boxes too) as I just love relaxing when I get the chance with a good magazine as I am sure you can see from my magazine offers post.

Thank you for looking – any queries / comments please let me know and if you would like a separate review on any of the above products just let me know.

Best Wishes Liz x

You Beauty Box Overview & July 2016 Shortlist

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I just love receiving monthly beauty boxes and one of the UK beauty boxes I am currently subscribed to is the YOU Beauty Box (YBB)  ( http://box.you.co.uk ) which is very reasonable and prices start at just £6.95 a month (with FREE P&P to all members).  I have included an overview of how this beauty box subscription works at the bottom of this post for your ease of reference as this is my first You Beauty Box post (in future I will just show shortlist of products for upcoming month plus a post of what I have chosen / received).  I love this particular box because of the value of the products you can choose / receive, the extras included and the option to cancel your subscription at any time.

This is what I chose / received in the  June 2016 selection / box which was excellent value for the £6.95 I paid.

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The July 2016 Jet Set Edit Shortlist Preview (details below) is available on 1st July 2016 from 7.am (I suggest you make your selection as soon as possible after 7am as some items go out of stock pretty quickly)  – details of how to subscribe / different plans are detailed at bottom of this post.

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 Shortlist / your choice of products are:

  • Illamasqua Precisions Ink Liner in Abyss (3ml);
  • Alpha-H liquid Gold (50ml);
  • Aethic L’Air Bien in-Flight Face and Hand Cream (30 ml);
  • Philip Kingsley Swimcap (50ml);
  • Hawaiian Tropic Satin Protection SPF 15 (200ml);
  • M&S Beauty Rosie for Autograph Nuit Parfum (15ml);
  • White Rabbit Skincare Lime & Coconut Cleansing Water (30 ml);
  • Rimmel London 60 Seconds Super Shine Nail Polish by Rita Ora in Glaston-Berry (8ml);
  • Carmex Peach & Mango Burst Moisturising Lip Balm (10g);
  • Resultime Regenerating Collagen Gel (15ml).

Plus each box will include: St Tropez New Gradual Tan in Shower Lotion Medium (50ml), £2 off St Tropez coupons and White Rabbit skincare £10 gift card.

As a YOU Beauty Box member you are entitled to choose between two to four samples from the YOU Beauty Box shortlist each month, depending on which price plan you are on (from July 2016 there are now three different memberships to choose from – details below).

Payment Plan 1 – Gold – 4 products, £10.95

The ultimate beauty bundle for self-confessed beauty queens/addicts. New and existing members can now choose (or switch to) the NEW Gold Monthly Beauty Box. With a Gold membership, you can select any four available products from the monthly shortlist for just £10.95 per month and some exclusive VIP offers will be thrown in from time-to-time. These boxes also include usual monthly treats, brand offers, FREE P&P, email previews and the option to cancel at any time. Gold membership subject to availability.

Payment Plan 2 – Silver – 3 products, £8.95

The extra gorgeous monthly beauty haul, for those who just can’t decide! You can now select a third product from those available on the monthly shortlist, for just £8.95 per month. With the Silver membership, new and existing members can pick any three available products and will also receive the usual monthly treats, brand offers, FREE P&P, email previews and the option to cancel at any time.

Payment Plan 3 – Bronze – 2 products, £6.95

The classic beauty box, for beauty enthusiasts everywhere! Nothing changes – Bronze members will still get to choose any two available products from the monthly shortlist for the same price of just £6.95 per month and you’ll still get the usual treats, brand offers, FREE P&P, email previews and the option to cancel at any time.

Hope this helps – any comments / queries please let me know.

Also would love to know if you are thinking of subscribing / already subscribe, have you decided yet what products you are going to select?

Best Wishes Liz x

Lip Monthly Bag – June 2016

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Just received my June 2016 lip monthly bag today and in case you are new to Lip Monthly  I have included brief summary below as this is my first Lip Monthly post.

Lip Monthly is a monthly beauty bag based in US which costs $12.95 per month (free shipping worldwide) you can either choose monthly / three / six monthly subscriptions – cheaper per bag the longer subscription you sign up too – although a lip monthly bag and you usually get four items one of these items is a beauty item and the other three are lip products – if you would like to see more detail or would like to sign up by using my link please see link at bottom of this post.

Inside this months bag were:

A Measurable Difference / Chrislie Lip Crayon – $13.00

Colour swatch below is two swatches and is a beautiful non sticky dark rose / pink colour.

A Be a Bombshell Lip / Cheek Stick in ‘sweetness’ – $16.00

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Just one Swatch above shows what a beautiful dark dusty pink this product is but also how shimmery it is too just bit too shimmery for me you could use just slightly on top of blusher although to highlight.

A Jelly Pong Pong Lip Butter – $18.95

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A beautiful nude coral colour – above is two swatches so buildable colour and creamy consistency – although packaging bright and nice too look at not great quality and paper already starting to come off.

A Peony Cosmetics Highligher – $ 22.00

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My least favourite of all the products – did not swatch as would not show up properly on photos – not a strong colour but you could build up to highlight cheeks or highlight at eyebrow bone – however not overly impressed with consistency of product or colour.

All came in a zipped green patterned lip monthly makeup bag this month – each month you receive a lip monthly makeup bag and most months they are a different design.

This bag was definitely good value this month even though some of the products just weren’t for me.

My referral link for lip monthly including special offers is below:  https://lipmonthly.com//referral/7m9eEfEhKk2BHAs

Link directly to lip monthly site for more details is: https://lipmonthly.com/

Thank you for looking – any comments / queries please let me know.

Best wishes Liz x