Tag: Subscription Box

Macy’s Beauty Box June 2018 Subscription Box Review

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Macy’s Beauty Box

Cost: $15

Cycle: Every Month

What is it: So Macy’s has hopped on the subscription box bandwagon and this is their first box. Every month you will get a bag, a $5 off coupon, 5 deluxe samples and 1 bonus sample. Why not just say 6? I don’t get it.

All the brands will be brands you can find in Macy’s which is cool they sell Mac and a lot of other brands that are never to rarely in subscription boxes.

The cool thing about the coupon is that it is good in stores and online (beauty ships free at Macy’s) also Macy’s does have sales and $5 dollar products so if you are strategic you can score a free product every month. Depending on your state you may still have to pay tax but that is still basically free.

This is probably the most interesting bag they have ever put together kinda feel like they have actually been listening to the reviews people have given of this bag. I also really like this plastic pool bag type bag it isn’t fully sealed so it can’t be a dry bag but I still think it is really cute.

Friyay!

Marc Jacobs Daisy Love Perfume

Full Size: 50 ml

Full Size Cost: $84

Sample Size: 1.2 ml

Value: $2.02

I don’t love floral perfumes like this so it is a pass for me but it is cute.

Vita Liberata Body Blur HD Skin Finish in Latte

Full Size: 100 ml

Full Size Cost: $45

Sample Size: 10 ml

Value: $4.50

This is a face and body self tanner I think. I can’t really figure out what this is supposed to be it has a very vague description it is a BB cream self tanner for face and body and I don’t know. This is way to dark for me and I do not like the fake tanner type look but my mom loves it so I’m sure she will love this.

Coola Classic Sunscreen in Fresh Mango

Full Size: 148 ml

Full Size Cost: $32

Sample Size: 10 ml

Value: $2.16

So this is SPF 50 I am pretty excited to try this I never use sunscreen because I usually have pretty bad reactions to them and I get broken out or I get like actual rashes. I have also never had a sunburn so I am not active about trying new sunscreens but I know I should be trying. Being scented I am pretty worried but I will try it out next time I am planning to be in the sun.

Smashbox Super Fan Mascara

Full Size: 10 ml

Full Size Cost: $19

Sample Size: 3 ml?

Value: $5.70

There is no size listed on this and it is smaller then a normal travel size so I’m guessing the size. This has a really slim brush that is kinda oval shaped which is odd.

Sunday Riley C.E.O. 15% Vitamin C Rapid Flash Brightening Serum

Full Size: 30 ml

Full Size Cost: $85

Sample Size: 5 ml

Value: $14.17

Their products are always so pricey so I will definitely give this as much of a test as I can to see if it works to brighten my skin at all. It is supposed to work fast.

Peter Thomas Roth Cucumber Gel Mask

Full Size: 150 ml

Full Size Cost: $52

Sample Size: 30 ml

Value: $10.40

I have wanted to try some of the mask from this line for awhile so it is pretty cool to get a cucumber mask in a summer themed bag.

I like how this felt like a very cohesive bag and everything felt appropriate and relevant for a summery pool type vibe. I am really pleased with the curation of this bag even if every item wasn’t for me.

Total Value: $38.95

Skincare: 2

Makeup: 1

Tools: 0

Hair Care: 0

Perfume: 1

Other: 2

And as far as sizes:

Full Size: 0

Deluxe Sample: 0

Sample: 6

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Ipsy June 2018 Subscription Box Review

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Ipsy Bag

Cost: $10 monthly, $110 annual

Cycle: Every Month

What is it: Every month Ipsy sends out a cute makeup bag of samples and full size items. you can review your bag for points that you can trade in for reward items. The rewards change often and the range between 100 points and 1000 points. You can get up to 95 points every month.

If you want to subscribe you can subscribe HERE and skip the waitlist. That is my referral link so I do get points to spend but I’m not an affiliate I don’t make any money or anything it’s just one beauty junkie to another.

So there were three bag color choices red, blue, and yellow and of course I got the one I wanted least but it is a super nice bag and I like it despite it being yellow. It is a really soft but substantial feeling vinyl.

BioBelle #Unicornglow Sheet Mask

Full Size: 1 mask

Full Size Cost: $4.99

Sample Size: 2 masks

Value: $9.98

I got two of these but I used one like 3 hours after I got it I couldn’t resist. This is not really heavy on the skincare more on the fun factor I mean the packaging is ultra cute. The mask sat on my face super well and was nice and thick like I was able to clean and stuff while wearing this. It made my skin feel soft and look bright but this is more a pre-makeup type of sheet mask then serious skincare with benefits.

Luxie 245 Small Shader Brush

Full Size: Yes

Full Size Cost: $12

This brush I am so excited to have I don’t have and really small packing brushes like this and it is something I always find myself wanting and I love Luxie Brushes.

Make Up For Ever Step 1 Equalizer Primer

Full Size: 30 ml

Full Size Cost: $37

Sample Size: 5 ml

Value: $6.17

This is a very hydrating feeling primer. Not smoothing or blurring or anything like that not something I’m really looking for but it is a nice enough sample their primers a little goes a long way.

Doucce Luscious Lip Stain in 615 Passion Peach

Full Size: Stain and Gloss

Full Size Cost: $19.60

Sample Size: 1.75 ml

Value: $3?

So this is super hard to figure out the value I can’t find the size of the full size and it is only sold as a set with a stain and a gloss. This is super tiny so I am guessing three dollars. I didn’t think I’d like this very orangey peach shade but I don’t hate it, I don’t love it but I don’t hate it. It is matte and does have a nice texture and does leave a pretty stain but unfortunately it smudges every where and makes a messy before you get to the nice stained finish.

Cake Beauty Delectable Body Butter Cream in Triple Citrus Blend

Full Size: 200 ml

Full Size Cost: $15

Sample Size: 30 ml

Value: $2.25

I love their lotions they smell edible and they moisturizer really nice I am loving this like citrus cake type smell.

Weirdly low value for having three pricier full size products. I am on the fence this month the things I liked I LOVED but the rest was just ok. I am starting to feel like I may have out grown this subscription.

Quick Summary:

Total Value: $33.40

Skincare: 2

Makeup: 2

Tools: 1

Hair Care: 0

Perfume: 0

Other: 1

And as far as sizes:

Full Size: 3

Deluxe Sample: 0

Sample: 3

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Sephora Play! May 2018 Subscription Box Review

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Sephora Play!

Cost: $10.00 monthly + tax

Cycle: Every Month

What is it: Every month our favorite money sucking store Sephora sends out a curated box of higher end samples to try out.  Every month you receive 5 samples and a perfume sample.  The boxes are customized with a few different variations being sent out each month.

There is a small survey that Sephora has you take that helps Sephora curate a box to your needs. There is also a card included in the box for a complimentary mini makeover (which are complimentary any way so I don’t really get that) and 50 extra points if you purchase something in store.

Wow this was a really boring crappy month like all older type products nothing that fun or exciting.

And a few items didn’t have the sizes listed on them.

Bare Minerals Original Mineral Veil

Full Size: 8.5 g

Full Size Cost: $23

Sample Size: 0.75 g

Value: $2.71

More loose powder this is supposed to be translucent but it is lightly tinted.  I have so much loose powder and I never use it.

Sephora Mud Mask Purifying & Mattifying

Full Size: 2.03 oz

Full Size Cost: $20

Sample Size: 0.33 oz

Value: $3.25

I don’t love this mask it is really chunky, and doesn’t do much for my skin. It is isn’t bad it just isn’t great. I just used up my last sample and then this came in my box. This is only good for one to two uses so I am giving it one last shot and then I won’t use any more samples that come my way.

Atelier Cologne Clementine California

Full Size: 100 ml

Full Size Cost: $135

Sample Size: 1.5 ml

Value: $2.03

I love this perfume it is one of my favorites. I love citrus scents and this is a very grown up citrus scent.

Benefit The Pore Professional

Full Size: 22 ml

Full Size Cost: $31

Sample Size: 3 ml

Value: $4.23

Is there anyone left that hasn’t tried this primer? I have grown out of this primer it balls up and doesn’t fill my pores as well as other newer primers do.

Buxom Lash Mascara

Full Size: 10 ml

Full Size Cost: $20

Sample Size: 6 ml

Value: $12

What a unimpressive mascara name I like it like yes this is mascara that is all lol.  Do I need more mascara no I have enough for like 5 years.

Alterna Caviar CC Cream 10 in 1 Complete Correction Leave-In Hair Perfector

Full Size: 74 ml

Full Size Cost: $26

Sample Size: 25 ml

Value: $8.78

I don’t really like Alterna products they usually make my hair feel sticky and weighed down but I really like how they smell.

Meh month for me nothing here that I really am super excited about or love other then a perfume sample.

Total Value: $33

Skincare: 1

Makeup: 3

Tools: 0

Hair Care: 1

Perfume: 1

Other: 0

And as far as sizes:

Full Size: 0

Deluxe Sample: 1

Sample: 5

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