GlossyBox Review – March 2015
Price of the Box is £10.00 Plus £3.25 P&P
No. of Products in the Box – 6 items
Total value of contents in the box is £35.00
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The March 2015 Glossy Box has arrived with a spring in it’s step and I think you’ll agree that Glossy Box have been a great contender in delivering a much improved beauty line-up within their boxes not to mention the brands they’ve been partnering with recently. Whilst this month’s box didn’t immediately capture me at first, I was pleasantly surprised when I put some of the products to the test and with Spring in mind there’s a good selection of rejuvenating skin and hair care products alongside some make up treats which always goes down well with subscribers. This month’s box features a great variety and includes four full sized products and two generous sized samples from well-known brands alongside some budget-friendly beauty brands too, with a value of £35.00.
Glossybox is a monthly beauty subscription service. The box consists of 4-5 selected hair, make-up , body and nail products from well-known brands and new brands and includes a mixture of full sized and sample products.
1. NAOBAY Moisturising Peeling – Full Size 100ml RRP £13.71
I’ve heard of Naobay but never tried anything from their collection before so was looking forward to trying out my first ever product and it’s full sized too, worth more than the actual price of the box!
The NAOBAY Moisturising Peeling contains natural peeling particles from the Acai palm tree and claims to gently exfoliate the skin, remove surface cells and impurities, whilst also helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines.
This Moisturising Peel smells amazing with a refreshing citrus scent and comes in light weight milky formula with teeny exfoliating particles which don’t feel abrasive, providing you don’t work the formula too hard. I’m really fussy about what I put on my face due to my troublesome oily skin but this felt really soothing and didn’t irritate my skin at all which could be due to the mixture of both natural and organic ingredients. My skin felt soft, nourished and super-clean. I’m quite impressed with my first introduction to Naobay and my skin absolutely loves the goodness within this formula.
2. Essence Lash Princess Volume Mascara – Full Size 12ml RRP £3.30
This was the first item which caught my eye within this month’s box, mainly due to the pretty princess-y design and Essence is one of those brands that I’ve read lots about but never tried anything from their collection until now. This mascara has a specially shaped cobra brush and promises to cover each individual lash for breathtaking volume with a great curl.
Firstly I loved that the lid featured a raised rubber design, which additionally gives a nice extra grip to the wand, perfect for when you’re trying to get the lashes in the inner corners. The wand is quite unique and not one I’ve come across before but it works very well with the formula and is great for building and picking up the lashes without any clumping. The formula is a bit wet for my liking but the pigment is very black and really gives a noticeable finish and in terms of volume it does make the lashes look naturally fuller and thicker.
This definitely performs as promised and being under £4 I’m really impressed, it’s even better than some of the more expensive volume mascara’s I’ve tried and this one won’t break the bank either!
3. Dove Youthful Vitality Shampoo & Conditioner Duo – Travel Size 50ml x 2
This appears to be a new range from Dove and mainly concentrates on ageing hair to give it the boost it needs with a unique formula infused with Cysteine rich-Protein and Elasto-Lipids, bringing a deep replenishment with double fullness to create youthful and thicker looking hair. One of my pet peeves is receiving a shampoo without the conditioner or vice versa so it was good to see a duo within this month’s box to really get a feel of Dove’s Youthful Vitality range.
I received this same duo in another beauty box this month and unfortunately it’s not for me which is a shame but I’m sure a family member will happily take these off my hands. Both of the samples come in 50ml which is great for weekends away or short breaks.
4. ncLA Nail Lacquer – Full Size 15ml RRP £13.00
I’m a self-confessed obsessive when it comes to nail varnish and was delighted to see one from a he cruelty-free brand ncLA in the shade “I only fly private”.
The ncLA are “5 Free” luxury nail lacquers, meaning they are 100% free of DBP, toulene, and formaldehyde, but also of camphor and animal testing
I wasn’t too drawn to the colour initially as I normally steer away from orange and yellow shades, but this is more of a muted orange and looks much softer, it’s the perfect spring/summer shade. You may receive a different shade to mine but the others I’ve seen so far are beautiful too.
5. Sleek MakeUP Pout Paint – Full Size 8ml RRP £4.99
This little tube in the shade Port is literally filled with an intense pigmented lip formula and is very true to the colour in the tube being a lovely pink colour. It has a soft, creamy and moisturising texture which adds a vibrant pop of colour effortlessly with a semi-matte finish and feels just like a lipstick texture when applied. With these kinds of products I usually expect a little stickiness but surprisingly it wasn’t at all making it really comfortable to wear over a long period of time without drying out my lips. I especially like the small nozzle too as it perfect for getting just the right amount of product.I’m really smitten with this lip paint from Sleek and I actually can’t believe how affordable it is especially with it being so pigmented, I will definitely be looking into some of their other shades.
My Verdict
Whilst I wasn’t visually drawn to some of the products featured inside this month’s box, I was pleasantly surprised when I delved in further. There’s some great highlights within this edition which also covers a good area of beauty and not forgetting the four full sized products which totals up to £35.00 in value. Apart from the hair products I will certainly continue to use the remainder and can’t wait to pick up some more Sleek Pout Paints. I’m sure you will agree that Glossybox have really upped their game recently and I can’t wait to receive the April box as it’s another collector’s edition which taps into a golden era.
Glossybox always include a generous amount of full sized products and the total value always beats the actual monthly subscription cost so it’s a great affordable way to discover products from well known and new brands. It also comes beautifully wrapped and feels very much like receiving a gift each month.
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Glossybox Review – February 2015
Price of the Box is £10.00 Plus £3.25 P&P
No. of Products in the Box – 5 items
Total value of contents in the box is £51.62
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I’m a little late to the party with the February 2015 Glossybox which is ultimately themed around the month of lurve and to no surprise it’s already sold-out. Forget about chocolates and roses, it’s all about this month’s Collectors Love Edition and whether you’re single, loved up or find the whole valentines concept quite gimmicky, you are in for real treat. The box arrives beautifully presented and wrapped in celebration of the day of love and captures the romantic mood perfectly. It impressively also incorporates a little naughtiness to celebrate the much anticipated film screening of ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’. If that’s not enough the box is worth over £50.00 and boasts five full sized products this month. In other news, I was very lucky to be invited by the Glossybox Team to a private screening of Fifty Shades of Grey in the luxurious W Hotel in Leicester Square to celebrate the launch of their Love Box. I had a fantastic evening and it was lovely to meet a few of the glossy beauties who bring us that all important beauty delivery each month.
Not only is the box pretty on the outside, the inside is even more delightful, packed with beautiful make-up treats along with an essential hair removing product to get you date-ready not just for Valentines Day but for the upcoming months too! This is most definitely my favourite edit to date and feel that Glossybox have really upped their game recently.
Glossybox is a monthly beauty subscription service. The box consists of 4-5 selected hair, make-up , body and nail products from well-known brands and new brands and includes a mixture of full sized and sample products.
1. Wilkinson Sword Hydro Silk Razor – Full Size RRP £9.99
I think you’ll agree that the addition of this razor is a great essential inside this month’s box especially if you’re like me and don’t have the greatest pain threshold to endure waxing.
The Wilkinson Sword Hydro Silk Razor has 5 curved sensing blades with water activated serum infused with marine extracts and the unique skin guards help protect your skin from irritation, whilst the 5 curved sensing blades give you incredible closeness.
Inside the box is also a holder for the razor which can be stuck in the shower making it accessible and quick to hand as and when required.
2. Marsk Mineral Eyeshadow in Fifty Shades – Full Size 1.2g RRP £14.49
I loved how Glossybox included a subtle naughtiness in this months box with an eyeshadow shade inspired by the film Fifty Shades Of Grey, very well timed indeed!
This mineral based eyeshadow by Marsk is 100% natural and has great pigmentation. The shade is a sultry dark grey, perfect for creating enticing smokey eyes and you can use this wet or dry to create anything from a day look to something more captivating for the evenings.
3. Royal Apothic Tinties – Full Size 3.4g RRP £9.15
I was really excited to receive the Royal Apothic Tinties after seeing the spoiler last month. I was particularly drawn to the apothecary chic packaging and think many of us were! It’s not a brand I’ve heard of before so welcomed the discovery in the form of a lip tint in the shade coral.
Surprisingly this lip tint has a great pop of colour and the shade is quite versatile too and would imagine this suiting all skin tones. I usually associate these types of lip tints being more towards the sheer end but this gives a buildable colour that looks really pretty and it’s the perfect shade for Spring/Summer. The formula itself is really moisturising with it’s infusion of shea butter and trio of oils and the buttery scent really reminds me of baking. I see this being a staple within my make up bag.
4. So Susan Rose Quartet Lip & Cheek Palette – Full Size 4g RRP £8.00
Hello So Susan, who I’ve really missed recently since they discontinued their LacquerLove subscription box and was happy to be reacquainted with the brand in the form of their Rose Quarter Lip & Cheek Palette.
This richly-pigmented, hydrating lip & cheek pomade promises to deliver 12 hours of continuous wear without dryness, creasing or smudging and it’s cruelty-free too.The pomades are encased within a strudy plastic palette although it would of been great to have seen a mirror inside the case for on-the-go touch-up’s, it does however come with a mini lip brush. Within the palette is four different shades and contains similar shades which I would usually wear. These are quite pigmented with a matte finish which I really like and can be made shiny by simply applying some lip gloss. I did find them a little drying on the lips but using a lip balm as a base worked quite well. The pomades make a great blusher too although it does need to be blended out for even coverage.
I really like this palette especially the variety of shades which are all very wearable and can simply transform your make from day to night with very little effort.
5. Essie Repstyle Polish – Full Size 13ml RRP £9.99
Last but not least is a brand we all know and love, Essie and within my box was a nail varnish from their Repstyle Collection.
The Repstyle nail varnishes were Essie’s first ever magnetic polish collection. These magnetic polishes are embedded with micro-iron spheres, which come to life by using the special magnet case on top the lid that leaves a snake-like pattern on the nails.
I’ve seen some swatches online and I can’t wait to give this go, it really does give a snakeskin finish on the nails.
My Verdict
I’m smitten with this month’s Glossybox and there’s definitely a lot to love this month. They’ve curated a great edit which not only captures the love theme but also touches base with the newly released Fifty Shades of Grey film. As well as the beautiful design and wrapping and not forgetting the pack of Love Hearts, there’s some great highlights within this month’s box not to mention the five full sized products which totals up to an incredible value of £51.62, now that’s pretty impressive . This edition mainly featured make-up alongside a nail varnish and an essential from Wilkinson Sword giving a much welcomed break from skincare. It’s definitely my favourite edit to date and I’m sure you will agree that Glossybox have really upped their game recently. I can’t wait to see what they have in store for us next month.
Glossybox always include a generous amount of full sized products and the total value always beats the actual monthly subscription cost so it’s a great affordable way to discover products from well known and new brands.
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Glossybox Limited Edition Mother’s Day Treatment Collection Box – February 2015
I’m sure I’m not the only one who has been shocked by the sudden appearance of Mother’s Day in the calendar and it’s soon approaching with only a few weeks left!
With Mother’s Day in mind, Glossybox have curated a limited edition Treatment Collection with our favourite people in mind, our mums or alternatively a treat for you! Each box is perfectly packaged with an edit of little luxuries from leading brands including Decleor, Vichy and Wild About Beauty.
The Glossybox Treatment Collection is packed full of indulgent treats and is worth over £100 and the box will be available to order for £30.00 from the 23rd February 2015 via www.glossybox.co.uk while stock lasts.
The Treatment Box includes:
- Decleor Aromessence Iris Super Serum – 15ml
- Sacha Juan Hair Serum – Full Size
- Scentered Stress Less Therapy Balm – Full Size
- Wild About Beauty Botanical Skin Prep Serum – Full Size
- Naobay Body Radiance Lotion – Full Size
- Urban Apothecary Glass Tealight candle – Full Size
- Vichy Liftactiv Supreme Day Cream – 15ml
- Little Ondine Twins Nail Polish – Full Size
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Glossybox Review – January 2015
Price of the Box is £10.00 Plus £3.25 P&P
No. of Products in the Box – 5 items
Total value of contents in the box is £34.36
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The January 2015 Glossybox has landed and this month’s edit kick-starts the new year with a beauty revival box boasting an impressive five full sized products to help recover and revive tired partied out skin. As we soldier through the most miserable month of the year, this month’s box is the perfect pick me up to beat those January blues. I also love that the box focuses mainly on make up giving a welcomed break from skincare. There’s also a few new brands featured this month which is always good to see.
Glossybox already revealed two of the products which you could expect to see inside this month’s box and I was pretty excited to try the organic toner and the mineral blusher, both of which come from brands I’ve not heard of before. The box mainly features make-up and a toner this month from brands such as Nicka K New York, Kueshi, Jelly Pong Pong, MeMeMe Cosmetics and Naked Lips.
Glossybox is a monthly beauty subscription service. The box consists of 4-5 selected hair, make-up , body and nail products from well-known brands and new brands and includes a mixture of full sized and sample products.
1. Kueshi Revitalising Face Toner – Full Size 200ml RRP £8.36
Last month’s box revealed that all subscribers would be greeted by this revitalising toner from the organic brand Kueshi. I’m on a quest to really shake up my cleansing routine and this arrives at the perfect time in a very generous sized bottle.
Kueshi is a Spanish brand who’s products combine high quality active ingredients and natural products for their effectiveness, smoothness and texture, providing optimal results which are natural and kind to your skin.
The toner contains skin-loving ingredients such as aloe vera, chamomile and calendula that combine to soothe the skin leaving it feeling comfortable, fresh, healthy and perfectly clean. The formula is gentle for even the most sensitive of skin types and comes subtly fragranced.
This toner removes any last traces of excess oils and makeup effortlessly and leaves the skin feeling rebalanced, refreshed and hydrated making it the perfect base for moisturiser application.
My only gripe is the brand isn’t readily available in the UK and I can see myself falling for this toner!
2. MeMeMe Eye Liner Pencil – Full Size RRP £4.00
Eyeliner is a make-up bag must-have for me and it’s very rare that I switch from my all time favourite shade, the blackest of black.
The pencil is really soft and creamy and comes in the shade clay which is dark brown in colour. I wasn’t expecting much from this eyeliner but it applies on the waterline effortlessly and smoothly. After a few hours the colour had faded a little but was still clearly visible without any smudging. The shade really softens the eyes whilst still giving you that defined look.
3. Nicka K New York Colorluxe Powder Blush – Full Size RRP £7.00
I was really excited to try out this innovative loose blusher by Nicka K New York which promises to give you radiant and glowing skin, a much needed make up fix to brighten dull and lacklustre skin during the months of winter.
All subscribers can expect to see this revolutionary blush in the shade Romantic which is pink with a red undertone. I love that the blusher is housed in a compact tub with a plush applicator and also includes a mirror which is great for on the go touch ups.
Unfortunately the applicator does dispense quite a bit of powder and doesn’t apply evenly which resulted in some parts being patchy. I found that using a brush as opposed to the applicator worked much better to soften the colour for a more natural and even result. If you’re a fan of brighter cheek shades unlike me who is more drawn to muted shades, this pigmented blusher really gives a healthy pop of colour and can be built up to achieve the desired result. I love the overall concept but for me the shade let it down.
4. Jelly Pong Pong All Over Glow Illuminator – Full Size RRP £10.00
This oil-free lightweight luminising gel is enriched with micronised pearlescent pigments & jasmine extract to highlight the face for a fresh, radiant complexion by simply dabbing a little onto the cheekbones and the brow bone.
The shade is a lovely golden peach with hints of gold shimmer and a pearly finish. The formula is very pigmented and a little goes a long way. This blends in effortlessly leaving a beautiful sheen and you can really see the luminousity when the light reflects on the skin . As well as the cheeks and the brow bone, a very tiny amount can also be mixed in with foundation to add a little glow.
I really like this illuminator, the subtle shade really brings warmth to the skin as well as giving an instant luminous and radiant glow.
5. Naked Lips Organic Lip Balm – Full Size RRP £5.00
I’ve been reaching out for lip balms much more recently for keeping my lips weatherproof during the colder months.
Naked Lips is a European brand who just focus on organic lip products. I received the super fruits balm which is quite impressive with it’s creamy and super-moisturising 100% natural formula. It’s packed with oils from anti-oxidant fruits and has the most delicious scent which is very similar to the love heart sweets! As well as it’s good enough to eat fragrance, it also works wonders on dry chapped lips making them feel much more softer and hydrated.
My Verdict
Glossybox have curated a great box to kick start the year and will certainly be a crowd pleaser amongst subscribers this month and is one of my favourite edits. The box showcases an impressive line up which includes five full sized products and mainly focuses on make up treats as well as the soothing toner which I’ve fallen in love with. It was good to see a few new brands within the box too. As well as the beauty treats there was also a £25 Hello Fresh card to redeem against any of their boxes.
Glossybox always include some full sized products which bumps up the value of the box so it’s a great affordable way to discover and trial products from well known and new brands. This months box has a value of £34.36 beating the cost of the box.
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Glossybox Review – December 2014
Price of the Box is £10.00 Plus £3.25 P&P
No. of Products in the Box – 5 items
Total value of contents in the box is £42.28
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The December 2014 Glossybox has landed and this month sees the iconic pink box replaced with a collectors edition Christmas box. This months edit comes beautifully presented and wrapped in a special festive box design and boasts four full-sized products out of 5. The box has all areas covered and contains make-up, skincare, a hair product and a must have on -the- spot treatment.
Glossybox already revealed two of the products which you could expect to see inside this month’s box and I was pretty excited about the Belle Pierre Lip and Cheek stain and the Anatomicals day and night spot stick which is certainly an essential SOS must-have for this time of year.
This month’s box covers all aspects of beauty and features brands such as Belle Pierre, Anatomicals, Tresemme, So Susan and SkinPep.
Glossybox is a monthly beauty subscription service. The box consists of 4-5 selected hair, make-up , body and nail products from well-known brands and new brands and includes a mixture of full sized and sample products.
1. Bellapierre Cheek and Lip Stain – Full Size 5g RRP £12.99
Last month’s box revealed that all subscribers would be greeted by the Bellapierre lip and cheek stain. I love dual purpose products which not only save space but are great for when you’re on the go too.
This cheek and lip stain has an oil-free formula and is available in two shades, pink and coral. I received the shade Coral which is the shade all subscribers will receive.
The coral shade is very soft making it the perfect everyday color. It’s quite pigmented and I love how it blends effortlessly when applied onto the cheeks and on the lips it gives a natural sheen of colour. This shade really will complement any makeup look and is great for a natural pop of colour during months of winter.
2. Anatomicals Zap Zap Zap Spot Treatment – Full Size 7ml RRP £3.79
I get pretty excited about spot treatments and love trialling new products which claim to keep spots at bay. It’s inevitably I get a few before the dreaded time of the month and with it being the month of partying and dinners I hope to be spot free and picture perfect. That’s wishful thinking on my part but I was pleased to see this on-the-spot treatment pen by Anatomicals which covers spot concerns day and night.
I’m always intrigued by the Anatomicals packaging which is quite funky and you definitely need a sense of humour to appreciate this brand!
The spot pen comes packaged in a lipgloss type tube which is double ended. The clear liquid is for day use and the white formula is for night time use. I’m guessing the night formula is stronger than the day treatment. The key ingredients are tea tree oil and witch hazel and both have a potent scent of green tea, the night one being more stronger.
I’ve using the night treatment for two days now and visually a couple of my spots look less angry, the redness has definitely disappeared and the soreness ceases to exist. I’m really impressed with this budget treatment which works effectively and won’t break the bank balance.
3. So Susan Cosmetics Concealer Quad – Full Size RRP £20.00
This seems to be a repeat as I received this in my June Glossybox and still working my way through it however I love this quad so was happy to receive another as a back up.
This compact contains four concealer shades from lights to darks and cover dark spots, blemishes and minor imperfections and is formulated with virgin marula oil.
I love that this product is diverse and the colours can be mixed together to achieve the perfect near match. This is great if you are looking for light weight coverage which isn’t heavy.
4. SkinPep Hydra Boost Serum – Sample Size 15ml
I’ve not tried anything from the Skinpep range who specialise in advance skincare products.
The key ingredient is this serum is hyaluronic acid and is known for its a powerful moisture-binding ingredient that keeps skin plump, hydrated and youthful. The good news is that this magic ingredient will work for all skin types even the oiliest of skin will benefit.
The serum is really light weight and has a cooling effect on the skin which feels refreshing. Due to the texture I think this would be perfect all year round for a surge of intense moisture.
5. Tresemme Renewal Hair and Scalp Treatment Shots – Full Size Pack RRP £5.50
It’s been years since I’ve used anything from the Tressemme brand as I tend to stick to products which I’m already using and very rarely change brands however these 60 second shots look interesting. The pack contains four treatments which is a good amount to really road test the product.
These treatment shots instantly helps nourish the scalp and renew the hair, leaving it beautiful from start to finish. With tea tree extract and sunflower seed oil this salon quality formula helps nourish the scalp at the surface cellular level, leaving hair 3 times stronger.
I like that the treatment is only left on for 60 seconds perfect for a quick fix and an instant boost of moisture. I look forward to trying these out.
My Verdict
I think we all expect a little more cheer and sparkle in our beauty boxes during the month of December and whilst this months edit didn’t particularly excite me apart from the Bella Pierre, Anatomicals, I think you will agree that all of the products are very practical and usable covering all areas of beauty this month. It’s also impressive that four out of five products were full sized with a value of £42.28. I love the festive design which gave the box a very Christmasy look and feel.
I’m wowed by the Anatomicals spot treatment which surprisingly works amazingly well and I’m really pleased with the Belle Pierre lip and cheek stain which gives a flattering pop of colour with a very natural finish.
Glossybox always include some full sized products which bumps up the value of the box so it’s a great affordable way to discover and trial products from well known and new brands.
January Spoiler Alert – All subscribers will receive a full size revitalising toner containing aloe vera, chamomile and calendula from the natural brand Kueshi.
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Glossybox Review – November 2014
Price of the Box is £10.00 Plus £3.25 P&P
No. of Products in the Box – 6 items
Total value of contents in the box is £46.13
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The November 2014 Glossybox has landed and this month sees the return of the sleek iconic pink box. Glossybox already revealed two of the products which you could expect to see inside this month’s box and I was pretty excited about the Lollipop eye pencil and the lip gloss from Burt’s Bees which I’ve been meaning to try. The box includes 3 full sized products, 2 sample sized products and a £20 gift card to spend at Best Secret which is a members only online fashion shop.
This month’s box covers all aspects of beauty and features brands such as Lollipops Make Up, Burt’s Bees, H20+, Monu Skincare and Umberto Giannini.
Glossybox is a monthly beauty subscription service. The box consists of 4-5 selected hair, make-up , body and nail products from well-known brands and new brands and includes a mixture of full sized and sample products.
1. Lollipops Make up Eye Pencil – Full Size RRP £11.14
Last month’s box revealed that all subscribers would be greeted by this retractable black eye pencil by lollipops make up.
I tend to mainly focus on my eyes when perfecting my desired make-up look whether it’s to brighten the eye area or to create a sexy, sultry smokey eye look, eyeliner is the one staple make-up product which I can’t live without. I always get excited about new liners which promise longevity, no smudging and the blackest of black kohl.
This eye pencil has a creamy texture which glides on smoothly and effortlessly creating bold striking lines with a deep black pigment. I applied this to my water line and as promised the longevity is great and lasted pretty much all day with no smudging.
2. Burt’s Bees Lip Shine – Full Size 14g RRP £6.99
I’ve been meaning to try out the Burt’s Bees Lip Shines as I’m a big fan of their popular lip balms.
Out of the six shade variants and I received Wink which is a sheer pink with a fruity scent. This lip shine is 100% natural and is enriched with apricot wax which glides onto your lips giving a super glossy finish and fuller looking lips. The formula is quite thick and isn’t sticky when applied. It’s a great nourishing aid for the colder months whilst the wash of sheer pink provides a natural looking colour.
3. H20+ Face Oasis Hydrating Treatment – Sample Size 8ml
This oil-free hydrating gel is a striking turquoise blue and reminds me of the ocean and since it contains marine botanicals, it’s very fitting!
The oil-free gel delivers deep hydration while minimizing the appearance of fine lines and rapidly replenises depleted skin and fills surface lines with a surge of moisture. It contains multivitamins A and E to help skin resist daily damage from environmental stress factors.
With it’s light weight formula this would be perfect for applying in the morning.
4. Monu Skincare Refining Capri Facial Oil – Sample Size 30ml
This facial oil is specifically targeted for oily or spot prone skin types. The formula works to cleanse, tone and restore the skin making the skin look more refreshed and revitalised.
Using only the purest of ingredients it contains natural citrus oils which are known for their antibacterial action, Camphor which cleanses whilst refining the pores and grape seed oil to tighten and tone the skin.
I’m not a fan of oil-based face products mainly because my skin produces enough oil however with winter in force and the indoor heating constantly on, my skin gets dehydrated resulting in dull and lacklustre skin. This is a night treatment and the oil magically sinks into the skin without leaving a oily film on the surface which wasn’t what I was expecting from this oil formula.
As with all Monu products this smells amazingly therapeutic with uplifting zesty notes. I’m looking forward to giving this a try as it sounds like a great pick me up.
5. Umberto Giannini Miracle Worker – Full Size 125ml RRP £8.00
I have thick coarse hair which annoyingly turns frizzy as soon as it comes into contact with wintery weather and the perfect blow dry soon turns into a mess!
This salon formula which is an ancient hair repairing remedy with it’s silicone blend leaves hair protected, supple and full of softness and shine and instantly and visibly transforms even the most dry, frizzy coarse hair. It’s perfect for dry, rebellious hair with the magic ingredient being Argan Oil known for working wonders on the hair.
The applicator is a pump dispenser which is great for serum type products to ensure you get even amounts. This can be applied to damp hair before a blow dry or alternatively can be used as a finishing serum for shiny, smooth results. A little does go a long with this serum and due to the oiliness this would be more suited for applying to the ends of your hair only.
My Verdict
I’m quite pleased with this month’s offerings which covers all areas of beauty from make-up to skincare. There’s some great essentials to help tackle the havoc which winter brings to our beauty regime and the products all are very usable. I love the Burt’s Bees lip shine which adds a sheer wash of colour, great for days when you opt for a more natural make-up look and the miracle worker serum will certainly come in useful for keeping the frizz at bay.
November’s box included 3 full sized products, 2 sample sized products and a £20 Best Secret gift card. The contents within this month’s box is worth £46.13.
Glossybox always include some full sized products which bumps up the value of the box so it’s a great affordable way to discover and trial products from well known and new brands.
December Spoiler Alert – All subscribers will receive the newly launched Bellápierre Lip and Cheek stain worth £12.99 in the December box and a Anatomicals Zap Spot Stick. There’s also four full-sized products too!
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Glossybox Review – October 2014
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Price of the Box is £10.00 Plus £3.25 P&P
No. of Products in the Box – 6 items
Total value of contents in the box is £50.00
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The October 2014 Glossybox has landed and this month sees another makeover of the pink iconic box. The box comes vibrantly presented in an Andy Warhol inspired POP ART box which does literally pop out at you! It’s so quirky and electrifying, I’m totally smitten by this piece of art. It’s not just the outside which is eye popping, inside features 4 full sized products and 2 sample sized products with an incredible value of around £50.00.
This collector’s edition box comes in four different colours and features a selection of products such as a defining lip crayon, a rejuvenating lip peel, hydrating BB cream, a new fragrance launch, nourishing hair mask and intensive moisturiser are just some of the beauty treats included in the October Pop Art GLOSSYBOX from brands including Nuxe, Rimmel and Moroccan Argan Oil.
This month’s box covers all aspects of beauty and features a great line up of brands including Rimmel, So Susan, MeMeMe Cosmetics, Natural World, Nuxe and Etre Belle Cosmetics.
Glossybox is a monthly beauty subscription service. The box consists of 4-5 selected hair, make-up , body and nail products from well-known brands and new brands and includes a mixture of full sized and sample products.
This month’s box includes 4 full sized products and 2 good sized samples. Out of the four colours available I received the pink box.
1. Nuxe Crème Fraiche de Beaute Mask – Full Size 50ml RRP £19.50
There’s a guaranteed full sized Nuxe Mask for all subscribers this month so no one will be missing out on this 24 hour moisturising mask which quenches the thirst of the driest skin types.
The mask hydrates and soothes the skin, instantly reducing discomfort or redness and is infused with plant milks and white flower which smells really pleasant. It also enriched with skin loving ingredients such as Almond and Orange White Flowers and intensely soothes the skin.
This godsend arrives just in time for the upcoming colder weather where we all look at more hydrating alternatives to keep our skin more moisturised.
I love the scent of this mask which is very floral.
2. être belle Cosmetics Liplift Peel – Full Size 15ml RRP £3.60
It was nice to see another product to equip me for the colder weather. My lips take the biggest hit when it’s cold and I’m forever applying lip balm to fight off the dryness.
être belle, not a brand I’m familiar with is one of the few privately-managed companies of its size in the German cosmetic landscape and stand for innovative products which is the result of many years of systematic research and development
The Etre Belle Cosmetics Liplift Peel is a gentle and moisturising exfoliator for the lip area. It removes dead cells and refines the surface of the skin.
I scrubbed my lips with this gentle exfoliator which has really tiny yet granules for around a minute and removed all traces with a damp cotton wool pad. Surprisingly my lips felt softer and smoother creating the perfect base for lipstick application. You are advised to only use this once a week.
I don’t currently use a lip exfoliator but will certainly be incorporating this within my current cleansing regime. I like that this comes in a tube as opposed to a tub which is much more manageable and less messy!
3. So Susan Cosmetics Flutter Mascara – Full Size 4ml RRP £14.95
Whilst I am a big fan of the So Susan brand unfortunately having received this product previously it just didn’t work for me and this could be due to the thin consistency of the mascara itself.
Encased in gold with black lettering and a pretty butterfly, this is an intense carbon black mascara formulated with hyaluronic spheres to help you achieve the darkest, curviest lashes possible.
The brush is good and ensures each lash is separated however despite applying this several times to my lashes I didn’t really notice any results apart from the colour payoff which has a great depth of blackness. Having now given this another chance, my thoughts remain the same.
4. Natural World Argan Oil of Morroco Hair Treatment Oil – Sample Size 20ml. Full Size 100ml RRP £9.99
As the weather turns colder and gloomy, my unruly hair also takes a turn for the worse! I have thick coarse hair which annoyingly turns frizzy as soon as it comes into contact with the rain. The Natural World Hair Treatment Oil which is infused with precious certified organic Argan Oil, nourishes and treats frizzy hair and can be applied after shampooing for to aid a sleek blowdry or alternatively a pea-sized amount can be applied after your blowdry concentrating mainly on the ends to add lustrous shine and softness.
I look forward to trying this light weight oil and hope it combats my frizz issues during the Winter. This good-sized sample comes in a 25ml bottle and will give you quite a few application as a little goes a long way.
5. MeMeMe Cosmetics Dew Pots – Full Size RRP £7.25
Inside this pot is an intense and rich eye defining cream for adding an on-trend splash of colour to your eyes and can be built upon to create a heavy block colour on the eye or can be used to delicately to line the eyes. I received the shade moonlight mist which is a dashing dark blue colour, it’s very pretty!
The texture is super creamy and silky so only a small amount is needed to buff over the lid. The depth of the pigmentation gives a striking bold look with a satin like finish. Whilst I wouldn’t be brave enough to wear this as a shadow I would definitely use this as a liner as it really draws attention to the eyes!
6. Rimmel London BB Cream Matte – Sample Size. Full Size 30ml RRP £6.99
Last but not least is my all time favourite BB cream by Rimmel which is a 9 in 1 perfecting make-up cream with a natural formula. When I need high coverage to hide blemishes and redness this is my saviour in achieving a matte flawless look. It works incredibly well for those with oily skin and also contains spot fighting ingredients such as kaolin, witch hazel and salicylic acid.
This sample is great for popping into the make-up bag or accompanying you on weekends away.
My Verdict
October’s Glossybox definitely makes an eye popping statement this month especially the vibrant Pop Art designed box. The box covers all aspects of beauty and most importantly all of the products are very usable and contains some great SOS rescue products to get through the Winter months. I’ve made some great discoveries this month which has given me the opportunity to try out some new brands and products.
October’s box included 4 full sized products and 2 sample sized products. The contents within this month’s box is worth an incredible £50.00.
Glossybox always include some full sized products which bumps up the value of the box so it’s a great price to pay to discover and trial products from well known and new brands. I will be making use out of all of the products featured in this month’s box.
This is by far one of my favourite edits by Glossybox, I love the pop art inspired box and the content’s which have been selected.
What did you think of October’s Glossybox?
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Glossybox Spoiler – October 2014
With September’s box now sold out it’s a new month which means another Glossybox is due to be released. I love the make over of the pink iconic box!
The October box is now on sale and is worth £50 and comes presented in an Andy Warhol inspired POP ART box! There’s 5 products inside this month’s box and all subscribers will receive a full sized NUXE product.
This collectors edition box comes in four different colours and features products such as a defining lip crayon, a rejuvenating lip peel, hydrating BB cream, a new fragrance launch, nourishing hair mask and intensive moisturiser are just some of the beauty treats included in the October Pop Art GLOSSYBOX from brands including Nuxe, Rimmel and Moroccan Argon Oil.
The October box is now available here.
GlossyBox Spoiler – September 2014
This September, Glossybox have partnered with internal fashion house, Karen Millen to celebrate London Fashion Week in style with a limited edition London skyline box. This beauty edit which is dressed to impress is worth over £44.
The fashion focused Glossybox includes a guaranteed L’Oreal Mythic Hair Mask or Oil and just to name a few your box may include Origins Anti-Aging Serum, Nails Inc Top Coat, Model Co. Brow Gel and Skin Pep enzyme peel.
Their partnership with Karen Millen holds another treat in store.
Under the lids of 10 SEPTEMBER boxes, lies a golden ticket that will earn you £100 to spend at one of their stores! Will you be one of the lucky 10?
You don’t need to be in London for a slice of the action. Have your very own Karen Millen designed Glossybox delivered straight to your door.
The September box is now available here.
Glossybox Offer
If you sign up to a 3, 6 or 12 month Glossybox subscription this September, you will receive one of their best-selling boxes from the past year for FREE. Use the promo code LUCKYDIP at checkout. Sign up here
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