CocoFeed: Ninja Blender
Finally cracked and bought a Ninja Blender!! I’ve seen the light… Smoothies for breakfast are awesome
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POPSUGAR Must Have Subscription Box – June 2015 Review
It’s summertime, and we’re planning to spend as much time outside as we can! In June, we brought you some stylish shades from Quay Australia, the perfect Summer read from Judy Blume, and other treats to beat June gloom and keep you active and happy for months to come.
The box is $40/month, but I typically get $5 off with coupon: MUSTHAVE5
Here’s what was included this month:
- Quay Australia Mandate Sunglasses – Value $45
- Pacifica Enlighten Eye Brightening Shadow Palette – Value $14
- Yogitoes Peacock hBand – Value $4
- Judy Blume In the Unlikely Event – Value $28
- SPONGELLÉ Boxed Flowers-Fleur en Boîte – Value $16
- SNAP Infusion SUPERCANDY – Value $4
- Special Extra! Sweet & Spark $30 Gift Card
Again, this value is over $100 which I think is great! I am most excited to wear the Quay Sunglasses. They seem to be very high quality!
BirchBox June 2015 – The Tig
THE TIG: GUEST EDITOR BOX – Curated by actress Meghan Markle, founder of The Tig lifestyle blog, this box is brimming with A-list must-haves for all your summer escapades.
My box included:
- Real Chemistry Luminous 3-Minute Peel
- Harvey Prince Hello Body Cream
- Davines SŪ Hair & Body Wash
- Oribe Cote d’Azur Fragrance
- Marcelle BB Cream Golden
I am most excited to try the BB Cream!
Zoya Mystery Trio Box 2015 Review
The Mystery Trio Box features 3 brand new, never before released or produced colors in adorable mini 0.25oz sizes. We promise, you’ve NEVER seen these from ZOYA… EVER! Get the Mystery Trio Box for just $15 PLUS free US shipping*. That’s not all… we’re including a special gift, because you deserve a little something extra. These three mystery colors are ones we thought everyone would love and they look great on all skin tones!
Not sure I would pick these colors for myself, but the box is adorable and a great value!
CocoFeed: Free BeautyBlender with Birchbox
I am so excited to receive this for free with my last BirchBox. I wish I had one of these years ago!
BirchBox Man June 2015
WRITE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE – Pack your bags with multitasking washes, rugged gear, and a solid SPF—the journey’s about to begin.
My box included:
- Supergoop!® Everyday SPF 50 with Cellular Response Technology, 2.4 oz.
- Happy Socks Men’s Socks
- Davines MOMO Conditioner
- Davines MOMO Shampoo
- Hanz de Fuko Claymation
I signed up for BirchBox Man for my boyfriend, mainly for hair gel samples. We have been lucky to get a different on in every box. He doesn’t care much for the one included in this box, unfortunately. The rest of the items are not something he would typically use and it has been difficult to get him to use them. I really like that they included the socks though! They don’t seem very masculine, but I like them!
Acure Organics Glamorganic Goddess Beauty Kit
One of my friends introduced me to Acure Organics and recommended trying their Toner because it is in a spray bottle. Acure offers this great charitable bundle that includes the toner:
Please help us raise funds for our friend Danielle Messina, The Glamorganic Goddess, whose mission is to find clean beauty products, inspire others, and promote education about the importance of prevention through a truly healthy lifestyle. At just 37 years old her doctor’s have discovered a secondary recurrence of Breast Cancer. We are donating 100% of the proceeds of this kit to help Danielle with her Glamorganic Goddess GoFundme Campaign.
For only $20, the box includes:
- Facial Cleansing Gel (sample)
- Facial Scrub (sample)
- Facial Toner (full size)
- Argan Oil (full size)
- Day Cream (sample)
- Lip Balm
- Argan Oil Facial Towelettes
Click here for more information or to purchase the kit!
CocoFeed: KickStarter Green Pea Cookie
I recently backed Green Pea Cookie on Kickstarter and it has finally arrived! These pea cookies are too cute!
Bare Escentuals BareMinerals bareSkin Get Started Kit
The bareSkin Get Started Kit is $39.98 ($129 value) with a “New Flawless Club” membership (pricing varies depending on package and can be cancelled at any time).
- bareSkin Foundation – $18
- Perfecting Face Brush – $28
- bareSkin Perfecting Veil Sheer Boost – $20
- Soft Focus Face Brush – $30
- Correcting Concealor Broad Spectrum SPF 20 – $12
- Mini Stroke of Light Eye Brightener – regular $11
- Mini Lash Domination Voluminizing Mascara – regular $10
I was intrigued to try out their liquid foundation, and the introductory price seemed great. I wasn’t sure how I felt being forced into a paid membership to try it but the billing doesn’t start for two months so there was time to cancel if needed.
When the kit arrived my first thought was: SMALL. The foundation size was much smaller than I had expected, but after reading the guide, I found that you only need to use a few drops for each application.
I have been using the kit since it arrived and I am absolutely in love with the bareSkin foundation and Perfecting Face Brush. The coverage is great and the application is very easy. The color and formula blends in perfectly with my complection. I already have decided to make these two products a part of my everyday routine.
I didn’t end up liking the Perfecting Veil because it was too dark for my skin. The Concealor and Brightener were nice and good products, but not super necessary for my routine. I didn’t need another mascara, but the applicator is great so I will definitely continue using it.
I want to continue using the foundation for the next to months before deciding whether I will continue with the club subscription, but so far I am sold! I really just need the foundation, though so I will consider that as well.
Bare Escentuals BareMinerals May Mystery Box Review
It’s an 11-piece Beauty Surprise collection brimming with mystery goodies. These go fast. We’re talking a few hours. Tops. You’ve been warned…
The BareMinerals Mystery Box costs $45 with an estimated $195 value. Here’s what I received in my May box:
- Buff & Conceal Brush
- READY Luminizer Duo The Love Affair & The Shining Moment (pink nectar glow/golden champagne
- Big & Bright Eyeliner in Espresso
- 5-in-1 BB Advanced Performance SPF 20 Mineral Veil
- Blush in Sweet Romance (Candlelight Glow)
- Marvelous Moxie Lipstick (Dim the Lights)
- Natural Light Face Lifting Duo
- bareVitamins – Skin Rev-er Upper
- Mini READY Touch Up Veil Broad Spectrum Spf 15
- Whipped Velvet Eye Color – Deep Sky
- Whipped Velvet Eye Color- Rich Olive
The only product I’ve used is the Lipstick. Everything else was kind of a miss for me, but I do appreciate the value of the box. I will probably wait a little while before buying another one.
BirchBox May 2015 Cupcakes and Cashmere
ELEVATE EVERYDAY – Curated by Emily Schuman of Cupcakes and Cashmere, this month’s picks bring out-of-the-ordinary elegance to your daily routine.
Here’s what was included in my box:
- Naobay Oxygenating Cream Moisturizer
- Benefit The POREfessional Face Primer
- Marcelle Clay Mask
- amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo
- W3LL PEOPLE Expressionist Mascara
I feel like I have received the POREfessional at least 5 times now from various boxes. I always like getting Benefit items, but this one is getting tired.
I’m most excited to try the clay mask and mascara.
OuiPlease Vol. 1.3: A Breath of Provence Review
OuiPlease Vol. 1.3: “A Breath of Provence” is valued at more than $400 per parcel. Your exclusive parcel will feature a surprise selection of the finest French products, making each delivery limited edition.
My boyfriend offered to buy me the annual subscription for our two year anniversary since he knew I had been lusting over it. It was set to ship toward the end of April, which was perfect since our anniversary is April 29. I was so excited to receive my parcel!
Unfortunately, OuiPlease had shipping delays and the item didn’t end up shipping until May 14. Luckily, it arrived to me today since it was picked up in Texas!
The packaging did not disappoint. It is absolutely beautiful and lux feeling:
However, the contents of my box were a bit of a let down after seeing spoilers for the box already.
Here’s the full list of what was included in my box:
- Tassia Canellis – Way Ring ($60)
- Oliv’ La Claree – Radiance Elixir ($50)
- Oliv’ Last Claree – Beauty Oil ($35)
- La Fare 1789 – Voluminizing & Shining Shampoo ($25)
- La Fare 1789 – Succulent Foot Cream ($15)
- Coeur De Cigale – Shower Gel Fragrance Calisson ($25)
- Panier Des Sens – Hand Cream Lemon ($15)
- Rose et Marius – Les Carreaux de Ciment – Melon & Basil Fragrance ($15)
- Plates & Parfums – Sault Collection – Provence Lavender Flower Stchet ($15)
- Epicure de Provence – Honey Candy Jar ($15)
- Sothys – Rouge Intense Satiny Lipstick in Orange Saint-Paul ($30)
- Sothys – Intense Brown Eye Pencil ($15)
All prices were taken from the included booklet, except for the Sothys items which I quoted from online sources.
The total value for my box is just $315 , which is $85 less than the promised $400 value. While I was pleased with my items, I was fairly disappointed by the difference. Especially after seeing other’s boxes including additional high value jewelry and accessories. I definitely feel like something is missing from mine. I have reached out to the company to hopefully remedy this.
Despite this, I am pleased with the selection and genuine curation. The box felt French, which is why I’m sure a lot of people want it in the first place. I really liked all of the simple touches they added to the box and the booklet was very well designed
I am excited to try out the different products that were included. I don’t think I have a favorite one yet but I am most intrigued by the Radiance Elixir and Beauty Oil. I also surprising like the Way Ring I received. It is very dainty and only fits my pinky, but I dig it so far.
My least favorite item would have to be the Honey Candy. It was not good at all, which is unfortunate considering they valued it at $15. I expect way more from candy at that price point.
Overall, I really like the box and I am excited to see what other items OuiPlease brings to the subscription. I do not like the varying items and values between subscribers. I hope that they are able to make the next box more fair and balanced.