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You Beauty Discovery Selection Menu – November 2014

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Here’s a sneak peek at November’s You Beauty Discovery selection menu which will be available on the 1st November at 7am. There’s so many delights to chose from this month and I only wish I could chose more than two!

Subscribers have the option to choose two products of their choice and as a bonus 2-4 extra samples are thrown in too by You Beauty Discovery. A complete steal for only £6.95 a month.

Items in the selection menu include:

• Skin & Tonic – Steam Clean (15ml)

• Green People – Pencil Eyeliner in Forest Brown (7.38g)

• Rituals – Hammam Delight Shower Foam (50ml)

• Argan Organics – Regeneration Anti-Wrinkle Cream (10ml)

• Bourjois – Cream Blush* (2.5g)

• Magnifibres – Brush-on False Lashes (0.9g)

• Invisibobble – The traceless hair ring* (pack of three)

• Roques O’Neil – Therapie Himalayan Detox Salts (100g)

Plus, each box will include Aduna – Baobab Superfruit Powder (4.5g), Merumaya – Iconic Youth Serum (1ml) and Merumaya – Melting Cleansing Balm (2ml). Also, for a limited time only, receive an exclusive offer to save £50 when you purchase a Magnitone – Pulsar

www.youbeautydiscovery.co.uk

Memebox #4 Floral Scentbox Review – October 2014

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Memebox Scentbox Floral #4
Price of the Box is $21.99 including shipping approx £13.41
No of Products in the Box – 4 items
Total value of contents in the box – £30.47
http://us.memebox.com/memebox-global

The Scentbox Floral #4 Memebox which came in a series of other scent themed editions is packed with an all things floral line-up from skincare to body products. This edit contains a floral explosion which will transport you to a field of delicate flowers surrounded by bursts of sweet aroma’s to awaken the senses and uplift the mood. With Autumn in full force,  this box sounds perfect to inject a bit of summer sunshine into your day!

 Memebox is a rapidly-growing, leading e-commerce beauty retailer born in Seoul, currently headquartered in San Francisco, California and provide Korean Beauty Boxes.

They offer a huge range of different themed beauty boxes which caters for everyone’s needs and likes and the good news is they ship to the UK and other parts of the world for only $6.99. These are not monthly subscription boxes and are available to buy as one offs. They sell out very quickly so you do need to be supersonic. The contents within these boxes are a complete surprise and only one item spoiler gets released prior to shipping which is an aspect I like about Memebox.

 Now and again Memebox release these $15 boxes and recently a few make-up editions were launched, a couple of which are still available on their website .This box contains 4 full sized items and features  skincare and body products.

1. Sally’s Box Friendly Cherry Blossom Hand Mask – Full Size RRP £1.22

I’ve not had the opportunity to try a hand mask from Memebox and was pleased to see this tucked inside the box.

These come in the form of plastic gloves which are infused with skin loving ingredients such as cherry blossom and shea butter to deliver intense hydration and nutrition to dry, roughened hands.

You simply leave these on for around 10-15 minutes and pat the remainder of the solution onto your hands after removing.

These are a necessity for Autumn/Winter when your hands are in need of a moisture surge and I’m sure these will come in useful pretty soon.

2. ESTHE Shower Colonge – Full Size 100ml RRP £15.85

This shower colonge also known as a body spray to you and me is a fine mist body perfume which is spritzed after a shower. I received the scent Floral Dream which is a refreshingly fruity and citrus floral scent however the floral notes are pretty absent from this spray but nonetheless smells quite pleasant, it’s wearable and definitely brings you a step closer to feeling all things Summer!

3. L’Ocean Feromonika Perfume – Full Size 10ml RRP £7.31

This perfume comes in a petite pocket sized bottle in the scent Paros Rose. I love rose scented products and couldn’t wait to get a whiff of this. The scent comes from a series of fragrances which L’Ocean have created for their very own trendy collection using inspiration from popular brands internationally with their own little twist.

Unfortunately this definitely wasn’t what I expected and not sure which popular perfume they were trying to imitate here. There wasn’t even any notes of rose in this fragrance. I found the scent quite musky and strong however this does eventually calm down and wears off pretty quick too! I’m a fan of sweet scents but this was very disappointing.

4. Secret Key Perfume Hand Cream – Full Size 30g RRP £6.09

I love hand creams so was pleased to see this inside the box despite owning a large stash already! This moisture rich cream not only claims to lock in moisture it also promises to give a long-lasting fragrance.

I received 03 which is the Orange Citrus Rose scent out of the six varieties which were available. The cream itself smells very floral and feminine.  The formula isn’t greasy when applied and a little does go a long way with this cream.

My Verdict

Unfortunately this box didn’t blossom into an all things floral line up for me mainly because most of the items didn’t even come close to smelling like a flower despite the obvious theme being floral. I liked the products which are all very usable apart from the perfume.  I would of liked to have seen maybe a shower gel or a body cream which would of provided a better balance within the box as opposed to including two perfumes.

The contents within this box is worth £30.47 and the cost of the box including shipping works out to be around £13.41.

The box itself comes well packaged in a robust padded envelope and I can confirm that no custom charges were incurred. The information about the products and how to apply them is in English on a card enclosed inside of the box so you won’t be lost in translation.

What makes Memebox very different is the variety and choice of beauty boxes which they offer their customers as a one off purchase. They release a huge amount of boxes throughout the year and will simply leave you spoilt for choice. They don’t release any spoilers prior to shipping so it’s a complete surprise when you receive it.

Memebox enables me to discover Korean beauty products which are not available here in the UK and their boxes definitely give you an opportunity to try out the latest beauty trends in Korea .

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Memebox #61 My Cute Wishlist 3 Review – October 2014

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Memebox #61 My Cute Wishlist 3
Price of the Box is $29.99 including shipping approx £18.29
No of Products in the Box – 6
Total value of contents in the box – £61.54
http://us.memebox.com/memebox-global

Another My Cute Wishlist Memebox has landed and Edition 3 promises to bring explosive levels of adorable and cuteness. After being slightly disappointed with the last edit I decided to give this box another chance hoping that Memebox would bring back some of the magic and cuteness from the first box. Unfortunately despite my high expectations this box didn’t even come close in contending with the first. Whilst I’m not disappointed with the products it’s more the lack of cuteness within the box. There’s also some bizarre examples of cute inside this box as a few of the products look a little bit creepy especially if you don’t like dolls!

Memebox have since released My Cute Wishlist 4 which has sold now out however they have recently released the My Lovely Boutique box which promises indulgent treats with extreme cute overload.

 Memebox is a rapidly-growing, leading e-commerce beauty retailer born in Seoul, currently headquartered in San Francisco, California and provide Korean Beauty Boxes.

They offer a huge range of different themed beauty boxes which caters for everyone’s needs and likes and the good news is they ship to the UK and other parts of the world for only $6.99. These are not monthly subscription boxes and are available to buy as one offs. They sell out very quickly so you do need to be supersonic. The contents within these boxes are a complete surprise and only one item spoiler gets released prior to shipping which is an aspect I like about Memebox.

This box includes 6 full sized products and mainly focuses on skincare.

1. Hope Girl Tinted Lip Balm – Full Size 5g RRP £7.31

I’ve been wanting to try one of these Hope Girl lip balms and thankfully out of the three colours available I received Hot Cherry which visually looked like a vibrant fushia shade to my horror! Surprisingly when this is applied it’s a really nice subtle pink which is very wearable.

The packaging is very pretty with a pink leopard print design.

This tinted lip balm has a co-enzyme Q10 and shea butter formula which deeply nourishes chapped lips without any stickiness.

2. Shara Shara Fairy’s Make-up Snergy Sun Cream  – Full Size 30ml  RRP £12.80

Remember at the beginning about the creepy dolls well here’s one of them! This is a sun cream which provides strong protection against UV-A and UV-B and also creates a make up base to balance out uneven skin tone and texture.

Unfortunately I don’t apply high SPF products to my face mainly because my skin just breaks out in spots. Intrigued by the make-up base concept I did try a little and didn’t really notice any significant results. The formula is light and blends in very well however this has a sweet fragrance which some people may not be fan of. I like that the applicator is a pump dispenser which is much easier to work with.

3. ddung Family Foam Cleansing Cream – Full Size 120ml RRP £7.31

There were two different cleansers available and I received the fruity cream which is enriched with various extracts such as plum, grapefruit, peach, apple, tangerine and blueberry. This gentle cocktail of fruits cleanser moisturises whilst the fine bubbles work to remove impurities clogging up the pores.

The cleanser smells good enough to eat and the scent of the apple extract is very dominant compared to the rest of the ingredients.

4. Shara Shara Kissing Sugar Lip Scrub – Full Size 10g RRP £4.26

Inside this cute pot contains tiny grains of sugar and walnut shells to gently remove any dead skin cells on your lips.

The scrub is enriched with extracts of honey, avocado oil, argan spinosa kernal oil and various vegetable oils which delivers intensive moisture for softer, supple lips.

5. Tony Moly Red Cheeks Girl’s Patch – Full Size RRP £1.21

The Korean’s do like these types of patches and they pretty much have a patch for all area’s which need a surge of moisture.

These cheek patches which I’ve not come across before are hydro-gel type patches and are specifically designed to deliver intense moisture and a soothing effect to dry cheeks. They contain a concoction of skin loving ingredients such as rose flower, cherry blossom, aloe vera, cucumber and green tea.

Fortunately my skin is rarely dry which is probably the only positive of having oily skin. I guess these could be used on other parts of the body which are dry too.

6. Youngwoosa Oh! It’s lovely and soft cream  – Full Size 45g RRP £28.65

Lastly inside the box is a tub of moisturising cream which instantly provides deep hydration. It’s a 2x moisturising system which claims to make your skin softer, silkier and smoother.

Due to the richness and the thick texture of this cream, this would be best suited for dry skin types especially with Winter on it’s way.

My Verdict

In my opinion this edition was another let down and I’m some what baffled how some of the products even made the shortlist as I don’t feel that they fitted in with the cute theme or stood out unlike the first box which was spot on. I think we got hugely spoilt with the first edition and it was definitely going to be difficult to compete with it. Since the first My Cute Wishlist box, I feel that the remainder of the boxes so far have been slightly hit and miss and not on point with the cute theme.

Despite being disappointed with the shortlist and the lack of eye catching products I’m quite happy with the products I received however it mainly consisted of skincare and I personally would of liked to have seen more variety. In all honesty I think I’m all boxed out with this series and think it’s definitely time to move on!

The box itself came well packaged in a robust padded envelope and I can confirm that no custom charges were incurred.The information about the products and how to apply them is in English on a card enclosed inside of the box so you won’t be lost in translation.

The contents within this box is worth £61.54 and the cost of the box including shipping works out to be around £18.29. It’s a small price to pay to discover these hidden gems.

What makes Memebox very different is the variety and choice of beauty boxes which they offer their customers as a one off purchase. They release a huge amount of boxes throughout the year and will simply leave you spoilt for choice. They don’t release any spoilers prior to shipping so it’s a complete surprise when you receive it.

Memebox enables me to discover Korean beauty products which are not available here in the UK and their boxes definitely give you an opportunity to try out the latest beauty trends in Korea .

Want to discover Memebox?

Get $5 off when you spend $30 using my promo code H6BNIH. Offer expires on the 30 November 2014.

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The Beauteque Head to Toe Snail Bag – October 2014

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Head to Toe Snail Bag
Price of the Bag is £22.00 including P&P
No. of Products in the Box – 7
Total value of contents in the box –  £49.45
www.beauteque.com

Whilst snails are a delicacy in France, snail mucas appears to have hit the beauty industry like a storm and has been hailed as the latest beauty wonder product promising great skin benefits and boasts as being a miracle face fixer. Welcome to The Beauteque Head to Toe Snail Bag which features only snail based beauty products to help get tangles out of your hair to items that can wash out pores from your face.

Beauteque in a nutshell is two words, beauty and boutique and they are an online retailer specialising in Korean Beauty products. They offer unique high end products that aren’t readily available in the UK and and to name a few, they showcase brands such as Etude House, Mizon, Tony Moly, and Lioele.

The Head to Toe Snail Bag is valued at £49.00 and features seven full sized products which covers all aspects of beauty and comes presented in a pretty draw string bag.

1. Secret Key Snail + EGF Repairing Soap – Full Size RRP £7.46

This soap which has quite a unfamiliar scent helps cleanse, remove dead skin and lessen pores whilst calming and moisturising the skin. It also control’s the oil balance for even the most delicate skin. The soap can be used to relieve your acne/spots or alternatively can be used as a daily cleanser. As well as containing snail mucas extracts it also includes ingredients such as lavender oil, Coconut oil, Vitamin E, chestnut powder, hyaluronic acid and tea tree oil.

For those of you wondering what EGF is, it’s a growth factor that plays an important role in the regulation of cell growth and accelerates the production of cells. It’s known for rejuvenating skin, minimising pores and eliminating scars by improving the texture and condition of the skin.

2. Tony Moly Intense Care Snail Eye Mask – Full Size RRP £4.35

The Intense Care Snail Eye Mask sits under the eye area and contains nourishing nutrients including extracts of snail mucas which mostuirises and hydrates.

These masks are gel-based and the way they have been designed sit comfortably under the eye area, providing you are lying down otherwise they do tend to slide down due to the slippery texture!

I use these types of masks at the same time I have a face mask on for an ultimate pampering session.

3.  Freeset Snail Foot Care Sheet Mask – Full Size 8g RRP £4.32

I was at the ready to try this foot mask as my feet often get forgotten about and now it’s getting colder I tend to forget about them as they are mainly covered by socks and boots this time of the year!

These masks come in the form of vinyl socks and inside contains a refreshing solution infused with peppermint oil, green tea, papaya and snail filtrate. These skin loving ingredients absorb into the skin delivering moisture to damaged skin.

You simply pop your feet inside the socks and use the sticky tape around your ankles to secure in place. I left these on for around 20 minutes and once removed you are advised not to wash of the solution but to gently pat it into the skin. My feet felt amazingly mositurised and revived.

4. 3W Snail Face Sheet Mask – Full Size RRP £1.23

This sheet face mask which is 100% cotton contains snail secretion filtrate which helps skin regeneration, increases skin elasticity and smoothes your skin.

Unfortunately I was unable to try the mask as it’s not suitable for irritated/blemish prone skin.

5. Benton Snail Bee High Content  Mask Pack – Full Size RRP £1.85

This snail bag also offers a little customisation where you can chose either the  Benton mask or the Etude House Snail Healing Sheet Mask.

I received the The Snail Bee High Content Mask Pack which is concentrated with cell regeneration snail mucin, and also contains the scary but completely safe to use bee venom which fights against blemishes and encourages the skin’s natural recovery function. It provides a rich infusion of moisture and nutrients to the skin to help improve skin texture.

I’ve read quite a few raving reviews of this mask and hope to give this a go soon!

6. 3W Clinic Snail Mucas Soothing Gel – Full Size 300g RRP £21.60

There’s a very generous offering of this soothing gel which comes in an amazing 300g tub and it’s 4 free which means it’s paraben free, and contains no artficial colouring, mineral oil or Benzophenone.

Infused with extracts of soothing aloe vera, this lightweight moisturiser provides intensive moisture and penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin leaving the skin nourished. The gel acts against wrinkles and contains snail slime, which has a calming effect on problematic skin.

This fast-absorbing gel sinks in quickly and smells just like an aloe vera gel. It’s feels wonderfully refreshing on the skin and as per the instructions you are advised to use this in the evening before going to bed and in morning you simply  wash it off with warm water.

7. Tangle Teezer – Full Size 300g RRP £8.64

This hair brush is by no means from the brand Tangle Teezer despite having the same name!

I really love that they have included this pink snail shaped hair brush which comes with a case to ensure the bristles are protected. The brush itself is good quality and does a good job in removing any tangles. It’s the perfect size for popping into the handbag too.

 My Verdict

This is my first introduction to the Head to Toe snail bag by Beauteque and the most snail related products I have received in one batch!

Beauteque have selected a good variety of products covering all aspects of beauty from well known Korean brands for this edit and whilst some may frown upon the snail concept,  this bag really gives you a great opportunity to discover snail based beauty products.

I love that there was also different types of products including a cream, cleanser, variety of masks and even a snail shaped hair brush which was a nice addition within the bag.

Inside the box is also a product card which is in English so you won’t be lost in translation!

The entire contents within this snail bundle has a value of  £49.45 beating the cost of the bag which works out around £22.00 including shipping. It’s a small price to pay to discover these hidden gems.

I remember getting pretty freaked out when I received my first snail based beauty product a few months ago however having researched about the benefits and intrigued what all the fuss was about I put my hatred for these slimy creatures aside and decided to take the plunge and reap the benefits!

If you’re a fan of snail based beauty products or want to see what all the hype is about this bag gives you a great introduction with 7 full sized products.

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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.

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The You Beauty Discovery Advent Calendar 2014

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I can’t believe that there is only 10 weekends left until Christmas as I type this post, and what a great way to begin the countdown to Christmas in the form of this amazing You Beauty Discovery Advent Calendar which includes 24 beauty treats.

Bursting with a huge selection of seasonal sought-after beauty products, this year’s YOU Beauty Discovery Advent Calendar is sparkling with luxury items from industry greats including the likes of Laura Mercier, Liz Earle, Sisley, Molton Brown, GlamGlow, Essie, Rituals and lots more!

The Limited Edition YOU Beauty Discovery Advent Calendar is priced at £49.95 and contains products worth over £240. A postage and packaging cost of £4.95 will be charged unless you are already a member.

For more information please visit www.youbeautydiscovery.co.uk

Love Lula Beauty Box Review – October 2014

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Price of the Box is £12.50 including P&P
No. of Products in the Box – 9
Total value of contents in the box –  £25.00+
http://www.lovelulabeautybox.com

The October 2014 Love Lula Beauty Box has arrived and there’s nothing more delightful then receiving a box filled with natural skin loving treats. This month’s box contains an impressive line up and covers all aspects of beauty and excitingly, most of the brands are new discoveries for me.

LoveLula brings together an unparalleled selection of the world’s finest natural and organic beauty products. Their brands are hand-picked and tested: products are created using only the highest grades of ethically sourced natural and organic ingredients and must be effective, luxurious and guilt-free.

They insist on NO parabens, NO SLS’s and NO animal testing. Beyond this they seek out the most innovative companies and strive to support morally run and environmentally driven businesses. Love Lula also have a online shop which has a huge selection of the world’s finest natural and organic beauty products.

This month’s box includes 1 full sized product, 5 travel sized samples and 3 sample sachets. The box features Inika, Bodhi & Birch, Yes to Carrots, Dr Lipp, Green People and John Masters Organics. 

1.    Inika Organic Eye Liner –  Full Size RRP £13.50

The Inika brand is certainly a new discovery for me and I was pleased to be introduced to their Certified Organic Eyeliner which came in the shade Black Caviar.

With it’s rich and creamy consistency, the liner glides on smoothly onto the water line giving a pigmented blackest of black solid line in one effortless swipe. This organic formula is also perfect for those with the most sensitive eyes.

Inside the box also includes a complimentary sharpener lid which is great to attach to the liner when you’re on the go or traveling.

I’m incredibly impressed with this eyeliner in particular the depth of the black which really accentuates the eyes. After being on the hunt for a new eye liner the last couple of weeks, I’ve fallen in love with this one which applies effortlessly and doesn’t smudge or make it’s way under my eye area.

2.   Bodhi & Birch Mint Thé Refreshing Bath and Shower Therapy  –  Sample Size 50ml

The Mint Thé refreshing bath and shower therapy gel rejuvenates the body and mind with a revitalising fusion of Peppermint, Spearmint, Eucalyptus, Sweet Marjoram and opulent Frankincense. It’s potent mint scent is very over powering and if you’re looking for a pick-me-up in the morning to awaken your senses this could potentially do the trick.

This invigorating gel leaves your skin highly refreshed and resuscitated, deeply cleansed but not taut or dry and is great for after sports. It can also be used for a therapeutic bath soak.

3.   Dr Lipp Original Lip Balm – Sample Size 3ml

This formula which was originally developed as a nipple balm for breastfeeding women due to its ultra hydrating & hypoallergenic multipurpose properties, is an extremely versatile healing and nourishing balm thanks to it’s one key ingredient which is Lanolin. The formula is 100% natural, hyper allergenic, odourless and contains no parabens.

I already use this lip balm which sits on my bedside table ready for me to apply before I go to bed and it’s great for  dry chapped or sore lips with it’s super moisturising and conditioning formula. It’s the perfect SOS balm for keeping the lips hydrated and soft as we approach the colder months.

The balm also has multi purpose uses and isn’t just restricted for the lips. It soothes dry and sensitive skin and can be used for dry cuticles, dry skin patches, burns and abrasions, sore nipples, split ends and eczema.

4. Yes to Carrots Gentle Cleansing Wipes  – Sample Size 10 wipes

The Yes to brand is an organic line that utilises the natural goodness of fruit and vegetables to bring you a complete skincare range for different skin types.

The Yes to Carrots Gentle Cleansing Wipes are formulated for normal-to-dry skin types looking for a nourishing formula without the fragrance and not only cleanses but moisturises too with the power of carrots and Vitamin E.

The Yes to range boasts a wide selection of wipes for every skin type including their wide array of other skincare products.

The pack comes in a handy travel sized packet which includes 10 wipes.

5. Green People Gentle Cleanser – Travel Size 25ml RRP £4.95

Green People offer over 100 certified organic products in high performance award-winning ranges for all of the family including specialist skin conditions. Their products are packed with over 90% active natural and organic ingredients to protect, nourish, balance and, most importantly, respect the body.

This cleanser which is suitable for all skin types, gently removes all make-up including waterproof mascara and is alcohol-free, rich in moisture-binding and anti-inflammatory actives. It also cleanses away all impurities leaving your skin silky smooth and includes ingredient’s such as Organic Aloe Vera, Calendula, Shea butter, Squalane from Olive oil, Jojoba Esters & Rose Geranium. The scent is truly divine and is mainly dominated by the Rose Geranium which is very  pleasant.

6. Green People Age Defy Soft Buff Skin Exfoliator and sample sachets  – Sample Size 10ml and 2 sachets.

As well as targeting various skin concerns, Green People also have a premium collection called Age Defy which is a unique organic skin care regime for women aged 35+ to tackle the signs of mature skin.

This month’s box features an incredible line up including a good balance of natural and organic beauty treats, most of which were all new discoveries for me. The box also features 9 products which is amazing and this edition is one of my favourites by far from Love Lula.

The box included a mixture of full sized products, travel sized and a few samples sachets this month and featured the brands Inika, Bodhi & Birch, Yes to Carrots, Dr Lipp, Green People and John Masters Organics.

 There are a couple of products I won’t make use out but I am extremely happy with the remainder of the contents. The most exciting discovery for me by far is the Inika Eyeliner pencil which has replaced my current liner and has earned a well deserved spot in my make-up bag!

The Love Lula Beauty Box offers a completely different experience compared to the others boxes and focuses only on all things natural and organic.

Love Lula also included a 20% off promotional code to use on their website on any of the brands which were featured in this month’s box which is valid throughout October.

The value of this month’s box is around £25+ beating the cost of the actual box.

If you love organic, natural and cruelty free products this is definitely the box for you. I have discovered some wonderful natural skin loving treats thanks to Love Lula.

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The Indulgent Delights Collection Box by Latest in Beauty – October 2014

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As we approach Autumn and say good bye to Summer, the dreaded cold weather and dark nights is slowly creeping upon us and to ease the blow,  Latest in Beauty have launched their Editors Picks – The Indulgent Delights Collection Box which features a collection of cheery, warming delights to ease you into the new season. Enjoy head-to-toe pampering with some of their favourite indulgent beauty treats for only £12.95 plus P&P.

Inside the box includes:

1. Therapie Roques Oneil Himalayan Detox Salts 100g

2. Caudalie Divine Legs 5ml

3. L’Oreal Paris Miss Manga Mascara

4. L’Occitane Almond Milk Concentrate 50ml

5. Alterna Kendi Dry Oil Mist 25ml

6. Inika Mineral Eyeshadow – Gunmetal 1.2g

7. Teeez Mysterious Crystal Eyeliner (0.3g)

8. UrbanVeda Daily Purifying Facial Wash 20ml

9. Montagne Jeunesse Dead Sea Mud Spa 1 mask

The Editors Picks – The Indulgent Delights Collection Box is available now at:
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Memebox #54 Pinkaholic Review – October 2014

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Memebox Superbox #54 Pinkaholic
Price of the Box is $29.99 including shipping approx £18.29
No of Products in the Box – 6 items
Total value of contents in the box – £73.58
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The Superbox #45 Pinkaholic Memebox has arrived and as promised features an all things pink line up from skincare products to make up. Inside the box showcases a great balance of wonderful new discoveries and certainly satisfies my obsession when it involves the colour pink!

 Memebox is a rapidly-growing, leading e-commerce beauty retailer born in Seoul, currently headquartered in San Francisco, California and provide Korean Beauty Boxes.

They offer a huge range of different themed beauty boxes which caters for everyone’s needs and likes and the good news is they ship to the UK and other parts of the world for only $6.99. These are not monthly subscription boxes and are available to buy as one off’s. They sell out very quickly so you do need to be supersonic. The contents within these boxes are a complete surprise and only one item spoiler gets released prior to shipping which is an aspect I like about Memebox.

 This box is all things pink from the feminine packaging to the pink charming potions and pink hued make-up shades within. The box contains 6 full sized items and features skincare and make up products.

1. Style Y Glossy Pit Crayon Lipstick – Full Size RRP £6.80

I was happy to see a pink lip product inside the box as I’ve been wishing for anything lip related in the shade pink for months!

The Style Y lip crayon provides a smooth textured glossy application which is moisturising giving a radiant pop of colour.

I received the shade Strawberry Tea which is a bright pink and was secretly hoping it wasn’t as bright when applied. Disappointingly it was way too vibrant for me!

2. Style Y Color Fit Bling Bling Auto Crayon Shadow – Full Size RRP £5.57

The Style Y Bling Bling Auto Crayon eye shadow comes in a pretty iridescent subtle pink shade with hints of sparkle.

The eye shadow is easy to blend with either a brush or your fingers giving a smooth lasting finish.

I love the colour which is very wearable and due to its sparkle would certainly be more suited to glam up your evening make-up look.

3. Shara Shara Aurora Liquid Highlighter – Full Size 9g RRP £4.95

This liquid highlighter which is subtly pink hued, creates a natural radiant dewy glow to illuminate your best features and brighten up your complexion.

Whilst the texture is very pliable, it’s quite shimmery and wouldn’t be suitable for during the day. I will give this another go when I’m off out in the evening.

4. Insobeau Perfect Deep Clean Cleansing Water – Full Size 200ml RRP £13.61

This pink cleansing water not only cleanses and removes make-up but also moisturises your skin without having to reach out for multiple products.

This all-in-one potion is enriched with orange peel, lemon balm and various vitamins and smells utterly delicious.

I’m trying to use only the minimum on my face at the moment and surprisingly this works incredibly well removing my eye make-up.

5. Secret Key Color Recipe The Pink Cream – Full Size 55g RRP £21.00

The Pink Cream which is literally pink inside and out, specifically targets signs of fine wrinkles and lines and works to tighten and lift dry sagging skin on the face.

The gel-like consistency feels really refreshing and soothing on the skin but unfortunately it’s not for my skin type which makes me sad as it smells lovely and feels very comfortable on the skin.

6. Awesome Awesome Glow Glow Balm – Full Size 45g RRP £21.65

The Glow Glow Balm is an ultra-hydrating and soothing balm which is pink and has a the same texture as Vaseline.

It contains skin loving ingredients such as argan oil, macadamia oil and olive oil to deliver hydration whenever your skin is in need of a moisture surge.

This multi-purpose balm can be used with your moisturiser to balance moisture levels and to give a healthy glow or alternatively can also be used as a lip balm, hand cream or as a highlighter.

I am relieved that this balm can be used on other areas and isn’t just limited for the face especially if like me you have oily or combination skin.

My Verdict

I am really happy with this Memebox which has been inspired by the colour pink. Inside the box showcases a great balance of wonderful new discoveries and certainly satisfies my obsession when it involves the colour pink! Memebox were also spot on when making the selections for this box which consists of 6 full sized products.

The contents within this box is worth £73.58 and the cost of the box including shipping works out to be around £18.29. It’s a small price to pay to discover these hidden gems. There’s no silly little samples in this box!

The box itself came well packaged in a robust padded envelope and I can confirm that no custom charges were incurred.

What makes Memebox very different is the variety and choice of beauty boxes which they offer their customers as a one off purchase. They release a huge amount of boxes throughout the year and will simply leave you spoilt for choice. They don’t release any spoilers prior to shipping so it’s a complete surprise when you receive it.

The information about the products and how to apply them is in English on a card enclosed inside of the box so you won’t be lost in translation.

Memebox enables me to discover Korean beauty products which are not available here in the UK and their boxes definitely give you an opportunity to try out the latest beauty trends in Korea .

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Birchbox Review – October 2014

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Monthly subscription is £10.00 Plus £2.95 P&P
No. of Products in the Box – 7 items
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This October everything turns pink including this month’s Birchbox  to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month in partnership with CoppaFeel, a charity who’s objective is to to stamp out late detection of breast cancer. As well as a great beauty line up there is also vital and useful information within the box to ensure that we all know the signs and symptoms of breast cancer, know what your boobs look and feel like normally and have the confidence to approach a healthcare professional should you have any concerns.

As well as supporting a great cause during Breast Cancer Awareness Month , this month’s theme is “Work It” and as we see Summer draw to a close, Birchbox are here to help you work it through your 9 to 5 and beyond – everything from your signature look to your to-do list.

Birchbox is a monthly beauty subscription service. The box consists of  4-5 selected hair, make-up and beauty products from well-known brands and new brands. They also include a lifestyle extra within their box too. Birchbox also have an online shop where you can purchase all the brands which have been featured in their boxes. Their reward program really is something to shout about too.

This month’s box showcases a great beauty line up with all area’s covered,  some of which are pink too! The box features a good balance of products and includes of selection of skincare, make up, hair, bodycare and a lifestyle extra in the form of a exclusive Birchbox pen disguised as pink lipstick.  The iconic drawstring bag has also been replaced this month will an adorable pink make-up bag.

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I have an exclusive promo code for all my readers where you can get your first Birchbox for only £7.95 including P&P at the end of my post. 

 1.Balance Me Cleanse and Smooth Face Balm – Sample Size 40ml. Full Size 125ml RRP £20.00

The Balance Me range is one of my all time favourites mainly because of their all natural and no nasties philosophy.

This dual cleansing balm aims to smooth skin, whilst enhancing natural radiance by exfoliating away dead skin cells with it’s tiny particles of oatmeal. It’s infused with natural oils help to soften and hydrate the skin which is perfect for using in the evening to remove all traces of make-up and dirt.

I found this slightly heavy on my oily skin, the formula is quite thick although it did manage to remove my make-up effortlessly.  My skin felt deeply cleansed and very soft indeed. This balm would certainly suit those with dry thirsty skin and with Autumn kicking in it’s great for a surge of moisture as well as a deep clean.

2. KMS California Free Shape Hot Flex Creme – Sample Size 50ml. Full Size RRP £15.50

My second KMS California hair product this month in the form of a smoothing cream which is great to accompany my blow dry spray.

The KMS California Free Shape Hot Flex Creme is a heat activated smoothing and shaping cream that has been formulated to transform coarse and unruly hair types to leave hair with a gorgeous healthy shine. I was pleased to read that this also smooths frizz which is one of the issues I have with my unruly hair especially when it comes into contact with rain or humidity. The cream is also formulated with added heat protection and anti–breakage technology and is applied on damp hair before blow drying.

The cream itself is quite light weight, isn’t sticky to the touch and smells really pleasant. I will be trying this out on my next hair washing day to see if it controls and manages my frizzy hair.

3. Pixi Shea Butter Lip Balm – Full Size RRP £8.00

I’m a Pixi virgin and have been meaning to try their products for a while however I can always rely on Birchbox to bring me something from my long wishlist. I’m delighted to have received the Pixi Shea Butter Lip Balm which comes in an incredible full size.

This pretty lip balm is packed with lip loving ingredients such as shea butter and Vitamin E and smells utterly delicious.

The lip balm itself is incased in pink and inside is a soothing, creamy and hydrating balm which feels very comfortable on the lips. I received the shade Ripe Rasberry which is a sheer vibrant pink shade and surprisingly it’s quite pigmented and gives a great pop of colour.

4. Meaningful Beauty Glowing Serum – Sample size 8ml. Full Size 15ml RRP £30.95

Over 10 years ago, Cindy and Dr. Sebagh began collaborating to bring his amazing formulas to women everywhere in the form of Meaningful Beauty. Since that initial launch, they utilised the latest scientific innovation and enhanced it with advanced formulations and new anti-ageing products.

I wasn’t even aware that Cindy Crawford had her own beauty line and Birchbox makes my first ever introduction in the form of the Meaningful Beauty Glowing Serum.

This luxe serum, which Dr. Sebagh calls his “models secret,” contains soy protein, marine botanicals, minerals and antioxidants and is designed to help smooth and condition, leaving your complexion with a youthful, luminous glow, whilst also boosting hydration.

I like that the sample comes with a pump applicator ensuring there’s minimal wastage.

5. Shaveworks The Cool Fix  – Sample Size 29ml. Full Size 60ml RRP £11.00

How many times have you rushed shaving your legs in the shower or run out of shaving gel resulting in your skin looking like a plucked chicken? I have many times and it’s not just the unsightly look it’s also the pain and irritation which comes with hair removal whether it be shaving or waxing.

This soothing blue gel alleviates shaving and waxing woes and targets ingrown hairs, razor bumps, razor burn, and redness. The ingredient’s ensure that your skin is completely chilled out with it’s essential solution that delivers calming benefits for all skin types.

The scent is quite medicinal and the sample itself is good sized for a few applications. I can see myself reaching out for this when I’m in need of a rescue me fix!

6. Lifestyle Extra – Birchbox Lipstick Pen –  £2.50

There’s a great addition to this month’s box  – an exclusive designed Birchbox pen disguised as a pink lipstick. It’s so adorable! Whether you’re making a list for your next shopping trip, putting together your Christmas present list or ticking off the tasks within the Birchbox 14-day planner,  this pen will make it a bit more fun!

I work in an office with two males who always ask to borrow my pens and funnily enough I never see them again. This pen is perfect as they certainly won’t be walking off with this one and it’s pretty unique so will be spotted quite easily!

7. Birchbox Pink Make-up Bag

Lastly is a pretty baby pink make-up bag which replaces the iconic Birchbox drawstring bag this month.

It’s good sized and will easily pop into your handbag to carry all of your daily essential make-up items when on the go.

My Verdict

I adore this month’s Birchbox in aid of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, in particular the collaboration with Coopafeel which really stands out for me not to forget the great beauty line up which has a great balance of products. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the UK and this month, Birchbox and Coopafeel have covered all area’s to ensure we are all more breast aware by delivering vital information to all their subscribers.

As well as supporting a great cause I love the theme and the selected brands and products within the box and everything is very useable. I’ve also discovered Pixi which I’ve been meaning to try for a while and look forward to making some additional purchases via the Birchbox online shop.

This month’s box includes an amazing 7 items featuring well known brands and some great new discoveries for me. The samples are really decent sized too which gives you an opportunity to really road test the products.  The inclusion of the exclusive Birchbox pen and make-up bag finishes off the box perfectly, focusing on all things pink in aid of Breast Cancer Awareness month.

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