After a really disappointing May Birchbox I was hesitant to even check my June box before it arrived ( plus there were some problems with Bbox website- even now, on June 21, I have problems with accessing my products room). I got my box earlier than Ipsy, and I was really happy with its content. What did I get? Here is my picture:
I honestly have not been so happy with Birchbox since September- the first month I signed up.
I can even take a perfume sample as long as I get some makeup items with it. Well, without further ado , let's see what I got exactly.
Sample : 7.5ml/0.25 fl.oz -$3.25
With main ingredients being olive oil, beeswax and honey- this cream is really good for the people who are trying to avoid unnecessary chemicals in their skin products ( i.e. if they are not allergic to honey ;). Fortunately, I don't have to worry about it triggering any of my allergies. As you can see, I have already tried it out and I like it. I do believe it might be a little to heavy for everyday use for me, especially during the summer but it worked well on my sensitive skin. Once warmed up it changes into oil and has a very faint scent that I, personally, associate with wax, but the smell is very faint and disappears in a few minutes. Right now I really want something a little lighter but it is definitely a good product that has only FIVE ingredients. And, it is manufactured in the USA :)
P.s. I went to their website and it looks like they have problems with counterfeit - they warn customers not to buy their product from eBay or amazon as they might be fake. Especially if you see it coming from China please be aware that you are not buying the original cream.
Size: 50 ml - $55
Sample size: c.0.05fl. (1.5ml)oz - $1.65
Boasting notes of Meyer Lemon, Mandarin, Grapefruit, Forsythia and Plumeria, this perfume is definitely one for the summer. Light and citrus-y, it blends well and makes you feel more awake and energized. I like it, though I have to say that it does not seem to stay on my skin for too long :( I have a friend who fell in love with this perfume and says she can smell it for the whole day). If you like citrus smells with a little flowery hint - that's the one to try. Just, to be on a safe side, buy a sample first because everyone's chemistry is different.
Full size: 120 ml/4.23 oz.- $34
Sample size: 20 g / 0.70 oz ~$5.63
I know it seems like a big sample, the actual product fills it up to the words "Exfoliating Cleanser" so it is not as much as it looks like. This is an enzymatic cleanser enriched with papaya. Micro-crystals and aloe. It should improve my skin's texture and brighten it up. I still remember when I was using the real papaya fruit in a mask because I read somewhere that is a natural exfoliator and I can't take harsh chemical peels, so I am more than willing to give it a try. The smell is good and you can actually feel a little bit of grittiness when using it on your skin. I am happy to have received this sample.
Full size: 20 shades - $19.95
that's 20 shades to try!
Palette sampler -Sunset 2.4g/0.08oz. - ?
what can I say. I'm in love with this palette sampler. You can see that I've already used it. It's a perfect combination for a semi-natural smokey eye. You have to use a primer and it will last well through the day. I paired it with a black eyeliner and mascara and I was feeling sophisticated and light. I was on the fence about this brand and I was thinking about buying Urban Decay Naked3 ( for which this is a dupe I think). After trying it out through this sampler I will definitely buy it. It's a steal ( plus they have specials all the time one can nab it for $19.95 and in May they even had it for $9.95 for a while).
I love it :)
In Bees Knees (coral)
Full size: 0.07 oz : $18
Finally. I have been wanting to try the lip lube since January when my friend has received one in red. She was raving about hers and I was jealous ( and getting shampoo samples).
After trying it out I am happy to confirm that this is a great product. Once applied on the lips, it kind of adjusts itself to the natural color enhancing your lips instead of overwhelming. It is moisturizing and does have a minty scent that leaves your lips tingling. As it is a very delicate color and quite moisturizing it does not last for very long and I find myself reapplying it thought the day, but I am ok with it because of the perfect shade of color it gives my lips.
Overall I am very happy with this months Birchbox. Did you enjoy yours?
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