Monday, 22 January 2018

Boxy Charm: January 2018


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BOXY CHARM
January 2018

"In each box you will receive 4 to 5 full-size beauty items (instead of the tiiiiiiny little samples) ranging from makeup to skincare, beauty tools to color cosmetics and each box has a value of $100 and up. Brands range from emerging to established, and you're guaranteed to find a few new favorites in each box."

Price: $21/month (US)
Free Shipping (US)
$5 Shipping to Canada (No duty tax)


What I Received:

1.  Dr. Brandt:  Pores No More Luminizer Primer
MSRP:  $38.00

"Luminizer Primer delivers a natural radiant glow while blurring pores and imperfections for a beautifully illuminated flawless complexion."




2.  IT Cosmetics:  Brow Power Universal Eyebrow Pencil
MSRP:  $24.00

"Developed with plastic surgeons.  IT Cosmetics' #1 best-selling award-winning eyebrow pencil is infused with brow-enhancing biotin, lecithin, saw palmetto, nettle, green tea, antioxidants, grape seed, and vitamins A, B5, C and E, plus proprietary Brow Power Technology to give you your most beautiful, natural-looking brows-even if you have none at all.  Plus, its universal transforming shade adjusts to all hair colors based on pressure, its exclusive oval tip mimics the look of real hair and it includes a built-in grooming spooled brush for polished perfection!"





3.  Crown Pro:  Glam Metals Palette
MSRP:  $25.00

"Rock your look with the Crown Pro Glam Metals eyeshadow palette!  These highly pigmented, ultra bendable shadows make smokey eye looks a breeze!"








4.  PUR The Complexion Authority:  Bronze and Brighten Cheek Palette
MSRP:  $34.00

"An on-the-go highlighter, bronzer, and blush palette with three skin perfecting powders to create an effortless and sun-kissed glow on every skin tone.  Featuring PUR's fan favourites "Afterglow" and "Mineral Glow" along with a new blush shade, "Blushing Glow" throw this in your bag and you're ready to go!"












5.  Girlactik:  Matte Lip Paint
MSRP:  $23.00

"One of the original liquid lipstick formulas that is still true to its words - it's lightweight, long-wearing, non-cracking and won't settle.  For better application, do not apply a lip balm or lip primer before application."





Total Value:  $144


Tuesday, 19 December 2017

Boxy Charm: December 2017




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BOXY CHARM
December 2017

"In each box you will receive 4 to 5 full-size beauty items (instead of the tiiiiiiny little samples) ranging from makeup to skincare, beauty tools to color cosmetics and each box has a value of $100 and up. Brands range from emerging to established, and you're guaranteed to find a few new favorites in each box."

Price: $21/month (US)
Free Shipping (US)
$5 Shipping to Canada (No duty tax)


What I Received:

1.  Real Her:  Blush Kit
MSRP: $32.00

"Treat your cheeks to a instant natural glow with 3 shimmery tones."

2.  Crown Brush:  Deluxe Blush Brush
MSRP:  $12.00

"With super soft, dense synthetic bristles, this brush can be used with both powders and cream blushes, and provides medium to full coverage for a more dramatic finish."





3.  BellaPierre:  Pro Concealer Palette
MSRP: $29.99

"BellaPierre's professional color correcting concealer palette is formulated with rich, creamy, good-for-your-skin ingredients helping create a flawless healthy complexion."








4.  Pretty Vulgar:  My Lips Are Sealed Lightweight Liquid Lipstick
MSRP:  $24.00
Shade:  Secret Sabotage

"A highly pigmented liquid lipstick that provides a radiant metallic finish, nice comfortable creamy texture, and a citrus cordial flavour."


5.  Tarte:  Tarteist Lash Paint Mascara
MSRP:  $23.00

"A jet black, vegan mascara that has a molded brush that grabs and coats even the tiniest lashes for 2700% more volume."









Total Value:  $120.99 US


Sunday, 19 November 2017

Boxy Charm: November 2017


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BOXY CHARM
November 2017

"In each box you will receive 4 to 5 full-size beauty items (instead of the tiiiiiiny little samples) ranging from makeup to skincare, beauty tools to color cosmetics and each box has a value of $100 and up. Brands range from emerging to established, and you're guaranteed to find a few new favorites in each box."

Price: $21/month (US)
Free Shipping (US)
$5 Shipping to Canada (No duty tax)


What I Received:

1.  Cover FX Illuminating Setting Spray
MSRP:  $31.00

"A quick-drying setting spray that sets makeup for all day wear and imparts instant, all-over illumination.  It's alcohol free, so it's not drying to the skin.  Perfect for all skin tones and types."



2.  Winkylux Kitten Palette
MSRP:  $25.00

"These ultra-soft shadows, glide on like a dream.  The universally flattering collection of shades makes this palette as lovable as a kitten.  It features highly-pigmented shadows in four finishes:  holographic, matte, satin, and glitter."





3.  Luxie Beauty:  Quad Eye Travel Set
MSRP:  $32.00

"Take your eye game on the go with this quad travel set created with hand-crafted synthetic brushes."



4.  Laqa & Co. Cloud Lips
MSRP:  $17.00

"An airy matte lipstick that provides full coverage, but feels as light as a cloud.  This highly-pigmented lipstick has a matte finish for long-lasting fluffy, pouty lips that stay put."





5.  KNC Beauty Collagen Lip Masks
MSRP:  $15.00
(3-pack)

"Innovative jelly mask for your lips that hydrate, moisturizes and plump your pout with natural ingredients."





Total Box Value:  $120

Saturday, 21 October 2017

Boxy Charm: October 2017


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BOXY CHARM
October 2017

"In each box you will receive 4 to 5 full-size beauty items (instead of the tiiiiiiny little samples) ranging from makeup to skincare, beauty tools to color cosmetics and each box has a value of $100 and up. Brands range from emerging to established, and you're guaranteed to find a few new favorites in each box."

Price: $21/month (US)
Free Shipping (US)
$5 Shipping to Canada (No duty tax)


What I Received:


1.  Dr. Brandt: PoreDermabrasion
MSRP:  $58.00
Dr. Brandt Website

"Pore-perfecting technology at your fingertips, with a professional-grade micro-crystal solution, that instantly deep-cleans and refines pores."




2.  Becca:  
Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Highlighter
MSRP:  $38.00
Becca Website

"Best selling creamy highlighter powder that will light up the features you love with a high-shine finish."








3.  Tarte:  Tartest Quick Matte Lip Paint
Shade:  Homeslice
MRSP: $20.00
Tarte Website

"A full coverage, transfer-proof liquid lipstick with a quick-dry matte finish."


4.  Jonteblu:  Lip Liner Pencil
MRSP:  $5.00
Jonteblu Website

"The creamy, highly pigmented formula glides on effortlessly.  Can be used for flawless lip contouring, worn alone, or as a long - lasting base for any lip color."





5.  ncLA:  "Nailed It"  Tool Kit
MSRP:  $18.00
ncLA Website 

"This five piece set instantly freshens up your manicure no matter where you are."







Total Box Value:  $139US


Wednesday, 18 October 2017

TOPBOX: October 2017






"A Topbox subscription includes four beauty samples (Prive Topboxes have 2 or more). Samples can range from skincare, bodycare, makeup, haircare and fragrance. The samples are from prestige brands.Some of these brands are well known and others are newly launched or small and niche."


Cost: $12 month (Canada Only)
Free Shipping 


What I Received:
Note: Below prices/sizes are for full sized products.


Doucce Website
Biotherm Website

Redken Website
Elizabeth Arden Website
Complimentary Sample: Perfect Me Beauty Balm Lotion
 Wella Professionals Website


Thursday, 12 October 2017

FabFitFun Fall 2017



FAB FIT FUN
The Fall Edition 2017

"Fall in Love"





What's In The Box:
Total Value:  $377 - $392*
*Depends on selection


1.  MER-SEA & Co.  Scarf:
Retail: $98

"Snuggle up in style this season!  This luxuriously soft 100% polyester knitted scarf will keep you warm while looking chic.  Oh, and Mer-Sea & Co. has teamed up with  water.org, a charity with a mission to make clean water available to women and their families in developing countries."

Tip: "When you're not wearing the scars, lay it across the foot of your bed as a stylish bed runner."


2.  Private Party Gym Bag:
Retail:  $59

"This charming gym bag features a denim wash, cotton handles, an outside zipper compartment, and an inner open pocket for all of your necessities."

Tip:  "Pack your favourite healthy snack in the zipper compartment of your gym bag for a post-workout treat."


3.  B-Low The Belt Mia Belt
(in Tan with Gold Buckle or Black with Silver Buckle)
Retail:  $55

"This belt is a closet essential you never knew you needed.  It's made of 100% synthetic leather and features a round buckle hardware - giving it a timeless yet rock n' roll edge."

Tip:  "Style the belt with a long cardigan and loop it through the hole once for a streamlined look."

or

The Jetset Diaries Cable Knit Beanie
(in Dusty Rose or Black)
Retail:  $49

"Stay warm in this chic cable knit beanie.  Its oh-so soft interior will provide you with an extra warmth in the most stylish way."

Tip:  "If you're working with second (or third) day hair, split your hair into two sections, braid it, and style the beanie on tip."





4.  Whist Beauty Renewing Mud Mask:
Retail:  $48

"Up your skin care game the natural way.  This mud mask features natural ingredients like bentonite clay, aloe, and reship oil to reveal smoother, softer skin while slowing down the aging process."

Tip:  "Spread a thin layer onto your face and rub it in circular motions to gently exfoliate the skin."


5.  Toreutique Matte Color & Shiny Balm Lip Crayon:
(in Florence Fig & Rose Balm or Tuscan Wine & Syrah Balm)
Retail:  $28

"Playing with crayons just got even more fun (well, lip crayons that is).  We love this pick because it's a handy 2-in-1 product that features a creamy, lightweight lip color crayon with a natural matte finish, and a BB lip balm for added shine and moisture."

Tip:  "Layer the shiny balm under your lip color as a moisturizing primer, or over your lip color for a shiny finish."


6.  Deco Miami Lavender Cuticle Oil:
Retail:  $12.50

"Let's put the "cute" back into your cuticles!  A nourishing blend of vitamins and organic oils (organ oil and bamboo extract) are combined to moisturize and soften the cuticle bed of your nails."

Tip:  "Wait for the cuticle oil to dry before applying your favourite nail lacquer."


7.  MOLR Dental Club Organic Carbon + Coconut Teeth Whitening Powder and Toothbrush:
Retail:  $43.95

"Whiten your teeth the all-natural way!  This toothbrush set uses the power of activated charcoal to clean and whiten teeth as it binds teeth-staining pests like wine, coffee, and plaque."

Tip:  "Dip a damp toothbrush into the charcoal and quickly put it into your mouth and brush as usual."

or

DPHUE Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse:
Retail:  $35

"Cleanse and refresh your scalp like never before.  This shampoo and conditioner substitute uses the power of apple cider vinegar and other ingredients like lavender extract and argan oil to gently remove impurities from your hair without stripping it of its natural oils."

Tip:  "Section off your hair, apply the rinse to the roots, then gently massage it into your hair for a full cleanse and condition."





8.  IMM Living Coxet Wire Heart Ceramic Jewelry Holder:
Retail:  $33

"Random fact:  This piece was named after a geometer who believed that geometry is intrinsically linked to music.  So it's no wonder that this rose gold and porcelain minimalistic jewelry holder hits all the right notes in our home."

Tip:  "You can also use this as a desktop accessory to keep all your knick knacks in place."


9.  Mytagalongs Hot & Cold Gel Pack:
Retail:  $15

"Get the best of both worlds.  This hot and cold pack is perfect for soothing any aches and pains.  Simply freeze or heat the pack to your desired temperature, place it where yo need relief, then sit back and relax."

Tip:  "Got cramps?  Microwave the pack as directed, wrap it in a cloth, and place on your lower abdomen."


10.  Cottonelle FreshCare Flushable Cleansing Cloths:
(*Sponsored.  Sponsored items are always a bonus.)

"A clean bum is a happy bum with Cottonelle FreshCare Flushable Cleansing Cloths!  Our exclusive CleanRipple Texture is designed to clean better, leaving you feeling fabulously fresh, wherever you go."











$49.99 + Free Shipping US

More Information:

FabFitFun Website (Referral Link)
FabFitFun Website  (Non Referral Link)

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Thursday, 21 September 2017

Boxy Charm: September 2017

Theme: #boxiebaddie

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BOXY CHARM
September 2017

"In each box you will receive 4 to 5 full-size beauty items (instead of the tiiiiiiny little samples) ranging from makeup to skincare, beauty tools to color cosmetics and each box has a value of $100 and up. Brands range from emerging to established, and you're guaranteed to find a few new favorites in each box."

Price: $21/month (US)
Free Shipping (US)
$5 Shipping to Canada (No duty tax)


What I Received:

1.  Soiree Diaries Eyeshadow Palette by PUR The Complexion Authority:
Retail Price: $34.00
Website:  PUR Cosmetics

"This essential palette is filled with the highly pigmented and silky smooth shadows."

#boxytip : "Use the colors in the vertical rows, from top to bottom, to add highlight, definition, and drama."



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2.  Eyebrows by MAC Cosmetics
Retail Price:  $18.00
Website:  MAC Cosmetics

"Self-propelling, self-sharpening, and brow-defining.  This pencil will add everything you need:  shape, colour and/or density in one streamlining tool.  Like a pen, it creates its own just-right point for striking arches.  It's also the perfect pencil to take on the go - no sharpener needed!"

#boxytip : "Apply to brows to fill in, define and colour."


3.  Ultra Satin Lip by Colourpop 
Shade:  Mess Around
Retail Price:  $6.00
Website:  Colour Pop

"High pigmentation and a satin-matte finish in liquid lipstick form to keep your lips soft and comfy all day long."

#boxytip : "Start with freshly exfoliated lips to achieve the smoothest application!  Then line your lips with a matching pencil; this will help you achieve the perfect finished look and give the appearance of fuller lips.  Next apply you Ultra Satin Lip in a thin layer for most comfortable wear." 




4.  Loose Blush by Studio Makeup
Retail Price:  $35.00
Website:  Studio Makeup

"This lightweight blush provides a vibrant pop of colour for the most natural, healthy look."

#boxytip : "Place desired amount of product into the cap of the item, ensuring that you don't use too much powder.  Lightly dip your brush into the cap to pick up just enough blush, and apply to the apples of your cheeks.  Continue applying until you reach the desired look."




5.  Face Perfecting Brush by bareMinerals
Retail Price:  $28.00
Website:  bareMinerals

"This patented makeup brush lets you adjust your foundation coverage by the drop for a perfectly seamless foundation application."

#boxytip : "Apply your favourite foundation into the fluid reservoir of the brush.  Buff the foundation onto your skin in a swirling, circular motion, starting on the outside of your face near your cheekbones, working your way to the forehead, cheeks and nose."



6.  Don't Despair Repair Deep Conditioning Mask by Briogeo
Retail Price:  $20.00
Website:  Briogeo

"An intensive weekly treatment to restore essential hydration and enhance hair's residence to protect against future damage."

#boxytip : "After shampooing, massage evenly throughout hair.  Leave in for 5 to 10 minutes before rinsing.  For even deeper conditioning, cover the hair in a plastic cap to retain moisture while sitting under the dryer for 30 minutes, then rinse."