Beauty Products – Which Beauty Box UK

Firstly, Happy New Year to all my readers and a huge thank you for making my first year of blogging an amazing one. I’m really looking forward to seeing what 2015 brings us beauty box addicts.

It’s that time of the month again when I pick my favourite product which I received in one of my many beauty boxes. This month’s showstopper is the wonderful Ole Henriksen Pure Truth Youth Activating Oil which I received in my Look Fantastic Beauty Box, it’s done wonders for my skin this month.

If you had asked me to try an oil on my face a few months ago I probably would of run a mile! I’ve always been skeptical about facial oils and was convinced that they would never benefit my oily and spot-prone skin. I automatically assumed that I would end up with an even oilier complexion, giving spots the ideal conditions to spawn!

It was only a few months ago that I introduced oils into my beauty regime having received one especially for oily and combination skin in a previous beauty box. So I took the plunge and haven’t looked back since. I’m just kicking myself for not trying these earlier on as they really do work wonders even for oiliest skin types. It was in fact Mr Ole Henriksen himself who said “Fight oil with oil—it works like a charm”! He wasn’t wrong!

The Ole Henriksen Pure Truth Youth Activating Oil features a lightweight texture infused with natural citrus aromas and absorbs quickly to soften, condition and moisturise dull and tired skin. It’s infused with Rosehip oil, vitamin C and essential fatty acids which improves your skin’s own natural rejuvenating abilities while the tangerine and lemongrass oils soothe inflammation and minimises pores without a greasy residue.

I’ve recently had a bout of bad skin and turned to this oil, hoping it would restore my skin back to its normal state. I’ve been using this three times a week just before bed and I’ve already noticed an improved difference in my skin. My complexion is much more balanced which has prevented any further breakouts and in the morning it leaves my skin glowing, luminous, and much more happy looking. Any scars from previous blemishes also appear to be more blurred. This miracle worker is a great pick me up, perfect for brightening up dull and problematic skin this winter for even the oiliest and sensitive of skin types.

The Ole Henriksen Pure Truth Youth Activating Oil retails at £47.00 for a 30ml bottle. Whilst it is quite expensive, a little squirt really does go a long way and could possibly last a few months.

The Ole Henriksen range is available at www.lookfantastic.com

Memebox #77 Foot Therapy Box Review
Price of the Box is $29.99 including shipping approx £18.29
No of Products in the Box – 8 items
Total value of contents in the box – £50.89
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I’m a little late to the party with the Memebox #77 Foot Therapy Box review however seeing as there’s not a lot of activity going on at the moment apart from the occasional restock I thought I would save this one for December. I missed out on the first edition of this box and snapped this up straight away when it got released. Our feet get pretty neglected in winter and are mostly snuggled up in sock and boots and certainly get less attention unlike in the summer. With the colder weather kicking in, our feet soon get dried resulting in cracked heels and rough skin. Memebox have curated the perfect box to slough away all foot imperfections and drench feet with skin-loving foot therapy products which will get your feet baby-smooth and totally renewed.

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. The majority of the boxes sell out very quickly so you do need to be supersonic.

This box is all things feet and features a great line up of key essential products to get your feet summer ready. The box contains 8 full sized items which impressively targets all concerns when it comes to feet.

1. Lassha New Cool Foot Spray – Full Size 150ml RRP £11.00

We all suffer from bad odour especially if our feet are bound to shoes for a long period of time and this foot spray will certainly come in handy to banish unwanted smells.

The spray freshens up bad odours and maintains good hygiene for your feet. It’s enriched with 100% naturally derived plant extracts and claims to also leave your feet silky soft and refreshed.

This has a really pleasant smell with a mixture of citrus and minty notes and feels really cooling and refreshing on the feet.

2. Purederm Callus Reducer Jojoba Heal Patches- Full Size x4 Patches RRP £9.20

No matter how much I file and look after my feet, the hard skin on my heels always make a come back. I was pleased to discover these heel patches from Purederm which is an intensive herbal conditioning therapy formulated to moisturise, soothe and repair dry, cracked and callused heels. It contains a rich blend of jojoba oil, eucalyptus oil and tea tree oil which penetrate deep into the hardened skin whilst moisturising the skin to prevent further damage.

The patches are similar to plasters and stick down pretty easily. I left these on all night and they felt really comfortable. Not really hoping for much the next morning I was amazed how soft my heels felt. These patches do a great job and I will certainly be purchasing some more of these.

3. With Shyan Professional Foot File – Full Size RRP £5.52

This box wouldn’t have been complete without a foot file and I was happy to see one inside the box.

The file has two different types of pads one being more abrasive than the other. I find that these work so much better on wet skin rather than dry as the skin is much softer when damp.

This works amazingly well at sloughing away any hard skin from the feet and whilst the pads are quite abrasive it really does an impressive job which leaves your heels feeling nice and soft.

4. Mizon Magic Peeling Foot Mask – Full Size RRP £6.74

I have always been intrigued by these peeling foot masks which claim to do all of the work for you however they have also somewhat freaked me out as the amount of peeling which takes place over a period of 1-2 weeks isn’t a pretty sight from pictures I’ve seen!

This Mizon peeling mask has the same concept and comes in the form of two plastic type socks which are filled with the magic peeling solution. You just sit back and relax with these on for a couple of hours and after a few days the dead skin will simply start to peel off and shed.

I just need to pluck up the courage and hope to give them a go soon!

5. Holika Holika Baby Silky Foot Mask – Full Size RRP £1.84

Whilst I’m still on the subject of masks this is one involves no shedding and simply just moisturises to give you silky soft skin just like a baby’s foot.

This mask removes dead skin cells and delivers rich nourishment to dry and tired feet. The liquid within the plastic socks contains a blend of shea butter, urea, peppermint and aloe vera to cool, refresh and deeply moisturise the feet. The socks are left on for 15-20 minutes and the remaining essence is simply patted onto the skin once it’s time to remove them.

I’ve not managed to try these yet but they sound ideal for when you’ve been on your feet all day.

6. Holika Holika Healing Nails Cuticle Oil – Full Size 10ml RRP £1.22

This cuticle oil nourishes, repairs and protects your toe nails and contains various plant oil complex to delivers deep hydration and nutrition into dry, cracked nail whilst soothing at the same time.

I must admit I don’t really use cuticle oil on my nails as I don’t like oil based products which simply sit on the nail bed.

7. Calmia Silky Soft Foot Cream – Full Size 100g RRP £11.04

This deeply moisturising foot cream is enriched with skin loving ingredients such as shea butter and macadamia oil which soothes, softens and repairs the skin.

The cream is quite rich and absorbs into the skin effortlessly with a very subtle fragrance. My feet seemed to retain the moisture even after a few hours which is great for a foot cream. I really like this cream which works better then some of the ones I currently use.

8. Tonymoly Shiny Foot Scrub Wash – Full Size 100ml RRP £4.29

This gentle exfoliating foot scrub is formulated with peppermint extracts, lavender, argan oil and urea complex which not only buffs away dead skin but also soothes, refreshes and moisturises dry, tired feet.

The scrub is really creamy and is packed with exfoliating beads which are really gentle yet effective. This works best with the foot file and I was pleasantly surprised by the results. The scent is very minty which has a slight cooling effect when applied.

Thinking about it now my feet always get forgotten about when I’m exfoliating and this scrub is the perfect reminder.

My Verdict

I am really impressed with this edit which features a wide array of products just for the feet. It makes the perfect box for winter where we usually neglect our feet and concentrate more on our skin and haircare regime. This box targets all concerns and includes everything you could possibly need to get baby soft feet . Memebox have hit the nail on the head with this edition and I think it’s even better than the first box. As well as targeting specific concerns this box also gives you the perfect opportunity to nurture and pamper your feet in the comfort of your home.

Inside the box showcases a great balance of products, all of which are very useable. What blew me away the most is that this box included 8 full sized products which is incredible.

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 £50.89 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 which have an incredible box value as majority of the products are always full sized.

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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It’s that time again when I pick my favourite product which I received in one of my many beauty boxes. This month’s showstopper is the iconic GLAMGLOW YouthMud Tinglexfoliate Mask which I received in my Look Fantastic Beauty Box and it definitely deserves to be in the spotlight. It’s been on my wishlist for quite sometime and I was delighted to see this renowned mask which claims to deliver the most incredible instant results in just one application.

The GLAMGLOW Youth Mud Mask is a performance driven super mask which contains the highest quality ingredients giving exceptional results. It doesn’t just take care of one skin concern, it delivers everything you need for great skin, whatever your skin type from brightening to toning the skin. It delivers both instant and cumulative results and leaves your complexion revived and glowing for 3 days after each application. With its heritage in Hollywood film studios The GLAMGLOW range has acclaimed it’s fame in the UK too.

We all hope for some form of miracle when it comes to facial beauty products from lustrous flawless skin to instant quick fixes especially now as winter really puts our beauty regime to the test. Having finally road tested this mask it’s truly been my skin saviour this month and has become a firm favourite which delivers every time.

This isn’t your average type of mask as such and whilst it’s clay based it also contains actual green tea leaves and fine grain particles from volcanic pumice rock. The mask has a pleasant green tea scent which reminds me of a perfume by Elizabeth Arden. The texture is thick and spreads easily however the leaves do fall off and leave a little mess on the floor so I would advise applying this in the bathroom!

I simply left this on for around 10 minutes and after a few minutes I could really feel the tingling sensation which is quite bizarre at first but you soon adapt to it. Once the ten minutes were up I wet the mask a little and massaged gently to benefit from the exfoliating grains. The mask is easy to remove and doesn’t leave any unwanted residue on the on the skin.

I wasn’t expecting any miracles and neither was I going to look ten times younger but miraculously my lack-lustrous skin immediately looked brighter, clearer and more radiant. This mask is seriously just wow and whilst the glow didn’t last for three days as per it’s claims my skin looked much healthier and my blemishes looked more blurred. I’ve since purchased the full size tub and have been using this once a week. It’s been three weeks and I’m already noticing an improved difference in my skin. The Glamglow mask really is magic in a tub and it’s a great pick me up for all skin types, perfect for brightening up dull and problematic skin this winter.

My review of November’s Look Fantastic Beauty Box is available here

The Glamglow range can also be purchased via www.lookfantastic.com

Price of the Box is £21.95 including P&P
No of Products in the Box – 18 items
Total Value of contents in the box – £129.00
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The long awaited announcement finally hit us on the 17th November and I was certainly delighted and some what relieved to get my hands on the British Beauty Blogger Dream Box 2 after missing out on the first one which was a huge hit. Jane Cunningham (The British Beauty Blogger) and Latest in Beauty joined forces again to bring you a second edition bursting with 18 worthy beauty products with an exceptional value of £129.00. It really isn’t surprising that due to phenomenal demand the website crashed within minutes of it being released and the boxes had to be purchased via a waiting list. Yes Jane Cunningham broke the Latest in Beauty website and it’s no surprise that this box has now sold out.

The BBB Dream Box 2 has all area’s covered from skin loving treats, make up for the party season ahead and some hair and body fixes perfect for tackling the months of winter. The box showcases brands such Ardell, Elizabeth Arden, Ciate, and Essie and many more.

As well as a fabulous line up the box includes a selection of good sized deluxe samples and full sized products personally selected by Jane and is either a long-time favourite of hers or an impressive new discovery.

1. Ardell Natural Style Demi Wispies – Full Size £5.49

I love false lashes and was happy to see a set from Ardell which is normally the brand I favour over others.

These lashes live up to their name and are are super light, full of length and volume and are perfect for those who want a more natural look that is not too dramatic. They are suitable for any occasion and are subtle enough to wear during the day too.

2. Vichy Aqualia Thermal Light Cream – Sample Size 15ml worth £4.80

I’m a newbie to the Vichy range so it was great to finally be introduced in the form of their Thermal Light Cream.

This cream combines Vichy Thermal Spa Water and a micro-encapsulated delivery system of Activ Hyaluronine to improve the diffusion of moisture into the surface of the epidermis. The skin feels replenished with water, as if continuously hydrated by misting micro-sprays and claims that skin will be refreshed, velvety soft and free of the sensation of tightness all day long.

The cream has a very light weight texture and being oily skinned this is lighter than others I’ve used which is my preference when it comes to day creams. A tiny amount is needed and it spreads and sinks into the skin within seconds leaving no traces of oiliness on the surface. Dry skin types will love this as the skin literally drinks this up within seconds.

3. Kerastase Bain Satin 1 and Kerastase Lait Vital – Travel Size 30ml & 20ml worth £3.03

I am a big fan of Keratase and was happy to see that both a shampoo and conditioner from the Nutritive Range was within the box. I received the same set a few month’s ago which are both empty now so was happy to receive another set.

The Nutritive range is specially formulated to meet the needs of normal to slightly dry hair which gently cleanses your hair of dirt, excess oil and product build-up, whilst deeply moisturising and conditioning your hair to restore it back to full health.

These are both great and work well together to tackle rebellious hair like mine, it definitely tamed some of the frizz whilst leaving my hair feeling more nourished and smooth.

4. Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Lip Protectant Stick SPF15 – Full Size 3.7g £20.00

The renowned Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour range is a true classic which has been around for years and loved by many.

The lip protectant stick moisturises, softens and smooths the lips and provides antioxidant protection with vitamin E. It also has the added bonus of UV protection as well as the same amazing healing and moisturising properties as the Eight Hour range.

When applied this leaves the lips feeling soft and nourished and doesn’t feel sticky or heavy. The moisturising formula is great to tackle the elements of winter. I particularly like that this is in the same form as a lipstick as opposed to being within a tub. It’s subtly scented with a citrus scent which is really pleasant too.

5. Mio Double Buff Dual Action Enzyme Exfoliator – Travel Size 50ml worth £7.66

On first impressions I assumed this was a facial exfoliator and I was pleased to discover that this was for the body.

The Mio Double Buff exfoliator instantly transforms rough, dull skin into skin that’s superbly soft, smooth, radiant and dewy. It claims to soften the skin and hydrate whilst brightening uneven skin tone.

The exfoliator has fine grainy particles which feel gentle on the skin and isn’t abrasive. This has a creamy texture which doesn’t leave an oily film on the surface unlike others I’ve tried. The product is very good sized too at 50ml.

6. Sleek MakeUP Mini Pout Polish – Sample Size 4.5g worth £2.49

I tried a sleek pout polish a few months ago and I really love their non sticky formula which feels moisturising and keeps the lips amazingly soft.

There were two variants of this pout polish and I received The Show, a pretty subtle pink shade which provides more of a natural sheen which mainly enhances the natural colour and shine of your lips. It also appears that the two shades are exclusive for this box only which is impressive.

7. LOLA Make Up Ultra Shine Lipstick – Full Size £12.00

There were two variants of shades available in the Lola lipstick and I received Strawberry Fields which is a lovely pink shade. Visually this looks quite vibrant however when applied it isn’t so bright and is ideal for brightening up your winter make-up look. The lipstick has a glossy and a subtle hint of shimmer which gives the lips a radiant flush of colour.

8. Invisibobble The Traceless Hair Ring – Full Size £3.75

I was delighted to see my all time favourite hair tie The Invisibobble within Jane’s shortlist. I received a pack of these in My You Beauty Discovery box this month and also purchased some more via Latest in Beauty’s build your own box. Whilst I have around five packs I was happy to receive another as back-up. Sometimes the odd one goes missing as the cat seems to pinch these and according to her they make the best toys ever, never to be seen again!

The Invisibobble which is available in various colours is a simply yet effective traceless hair tie which leaves no kinks or marks in your hair. It is also kind to your hair and helps to avoid split ends. I have hair extensions and these are great for keeping my hair tied without any pulling. I tie my hair before I go sleep to ensure my extensions don’t matt and tangle, it does the job perfectly and in the morning the Invisibobble still remains in my hair unlike others which simply just fall out.

9. Agent Provocateur Fatale – Sample Vial 2ml

The Agent Provocateur Fatale speaks seduction and sexy as soon as you see the packaging. Fatale is a new fragrance and is infused with a striking blend of notes including Madagascan pink pepper, succulent mango and blackcurrant to name a few. I received a sample of this in July and the full size has been on my wishlist ever since.

This smells utterly amazing and has a very sweet scent which is what I normally go for in a perfume and it lasts well too.

10. Eylure Brow Crayon in Mild Brown – Full Size £6.45

I knew from moment I saw this in Jane’s unboxing video this was going to be way too light for my dark brows which wasn’t really an issue as I have a friend who is a perfect match for this shade.

This soft pencil ensures intense, long lasting colour for the brows and with it’s fine point it’s perfect for filling in, shaping the brows and adding definition.

11. Le Couvent des Minimes Gardener’s Hand Healer – Travel Size 15ml worth £4.95

Inspired by the Gardinarius, the monk who tended the Convent’s plants, the Gardener’s Hand Healer helps to repair dry and damaged hands and contains skin loving ingredients such as nourishing Shea butter and 7 Beneficial Plants in a rich, emollient cream. This intensive formula acts like an invisible glove to help protect against cracked and chapped skin and is recommended for gardening or DIY

Whilst I’m not green fingered or a fan of DIY this would be perfect as an intensive night treatment to soothe and nourish the hands.

12. Bourjois Delice de Poudre Bronzing Duo – Full Size £7.99

The Bourjois Delice de Poudre is a bronzing and highlighter duo palette which provides a contoured glowing complexion pberfect for rightening dull and lack-lustre skin this winter.

The palette has two chunks of the chocolatey bronzer and two of a shimmery highlighter. The bronzer has a matte finish which gives a natural looking glow, it also works well to sculpt the cheekbones too. The highlighter has a soft shimmer finish which is great for definition and accentuating your facial features.

In line with its chocolate theme this palette has the most delicious chocolate scent to it which literally smells good enough to eat.

13. Burt’s Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream – Travel Size worth £3.00

Burt’s Bees’ Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream gives your needy nails a helping hand and nourishes and moisturise nails and cuticles with an intensive, natural treatment.

I was expecting this to be oily but surprisingly it isn’t in the slightest and contains ingredients such as sweet almond oil and Cocoa Seed Butter to moisturise and soften your cuticles along with Vitamin E and Sunflower Oil to nourish brittle nails. It’s also infused with lemon oil which is very potent within the fragrance and smells quite refreshing.

Unlike other cuticle treatments I’ve tried this absorbs into the skin and doesn’t leave any traces of oil. I hardly bare my naked nails they are always painted so I look forward to trying this and giving my nails a well deserved break with this nourishing cream.

14. The Body Shop Beautifying Oil – Full Size £9.00

The Beautifying Oils by The Body Shop is a lightweight multitasking oil for your hair, body and face and come in a range of different scents. I received Olive which has a fruity scent which is subtle.

This “dry” beautifying oil promises to banish dry skin, promote a smoother texture and add radiance to skin. As opposed to wetter oils this dry oil absorbs quicker into skin with it’s beautiful, lightly scented fragrance. The oil glides on and leaves the skin soft and feeling nourished.

The oil is very versatile too and can be used in many different ways. I prefer using dry oils after a shower on slightly damp skin as I find it works better then applying directly onto dry skin.

15. Essie Nail Polish – Sample Size worth £2.66

Nothing says Christmas more then sparkly bold nails which stand out and glisten. The Essie glitter nail polish in the shade Toggle to the Top is all things Chrismasy with it’s rich garnet red formula containing tiny specks of glitter and shimmer.

This is quite a unique colour which is truly a stunning. It seems to be quite popular too with the nail addicts.

16. Nude Skincare Pro Genius Treatment Oil – Deluxe Sample Size worth £20.00

I’ve heard amazing things about the Nude Pro Genius Treatment Oil and with it’s £58 price tag for a full size I was extremely happy to see this deluxe sample inside the box.

This is Nude’s signature product and has 10 carefully-selected, nutritious plant oils. These replenishing oils are rich in omegas 3, 6, 7 & 9, and provide essential building blocks for youthful, healthy-looking skin and provides 24-hours of moisture, plumps fine lines and reveals a smoother complexion. You can apply this day and night and can be used alone, before moisturising, or worn under foundation for a smoother application.

I’m thankful that this comes with a dropper applicator as being oil based you only need a little and this ensure there’s no wastage. I’m interested in seeing how my oily skin reacts with this oil.

17. Ciate Lash Lites – Full Size £16.00

Ciate recently launched their new lash lites range this year which was a complete surprise as to you and me they are popularly known for their pretty nail varnish bottles with the iconic black bow. It’s was nice see that they had now ventured out into make up in the form of their vibrant coloured mascara which comes 6 eye popping shades.

I received the shade electric which is a vibrant blue very similar to the Benefit Badgal Mascara but the results are ten times better. I don’t usually opt for any other shade apart from black since my teen days however the pigmentation is very impressive even when applied onto the lashes without any mascara. The colour adds some drama to your make up look and really makes the eyes noticeably more brighter. I will definitely be using this on evenings out.

My Verdict

I’m really wowed with Jane’s picks in collaboration with Latest in Beauty which is another fabulous edit bursting with a wide selection of beauty fixes and delightful treats. There’s also a handful of winter must-haves which will come in very useful during the cold months. It’s amazing how many items have been crammed into this box, 18 products to be exact and I certainly struggled to fit all of the contents into one photo!

The BBB Dream Box 2 has all area’s covered from skin loving treats, make up for the party season ahead and some hair and body fixes perfect for tackling the months of winter. I’m simply blown away by the box and it’s fabulous line up which showcases brands we all know and love and there’s even few new discoveries for me too. All of the products are really good sized with a mixture of deluxe samples and full sized products.

This box is incredible value for money and worth an amazing £129.00 and for only £21.95 it’s such an affordable way to discover brands and products.

As well as the fabulous line up there were also discounts codes included for some of the brands featured inside the box which is great to redeem against something you loved inside the box.

Did you manage to get your hands on the BBB Dream Box?

Whilst this has now sold out, Latest in Beauty have other collections available on their website including their newly launched Beauty Christmas Crackers.

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The December 2014 Birchbox is all things glitter and glamour with an exclusive festive edit inspired by Sophia Webster’s gemstone Suri shoe and comes presented in a collectable must-have designed box which makes a bold fashionable statement just on its own.

Inside you will find an exclusive-to-Birchbox coin purse designed by Sophia herself along with worthy samples from Birchbox’s signature and discovery brands including an exclusive Benefit cracker with a surprise sample inside and an Eyeko Fat Eye Stick.

The Sophia Webster Box will be available from the 1st December.

*The December box will include a selection of the above.

Birchbox Offer:

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The long awaited announcement has finally landed and I’m pleased to reveal that Jane Cunningham and Latest in Beauty have joined forces again to bring you the British Beauty Blogger Dream Box 2 which will be hitting the shelves today at approximately 12pm via Latest in Beauty.

If you purchased the last BBB Dream Box you will know that the box was bursting full of worthy beauty products and the second edit is no exception containing an incredible 18 products from brands such as Elizabeth Arden, Keratase, Ardell and Vichy to name a few.

The box is £21.95 including postage with an exceptional value of £129. With only 2000 available it’s definitely a box you don’t want to miss out on.

Whether it’s a treat for yourself or a gift for a loved one this box covers all area’s and features a great line-up of brands and products.

The BBB Dream Box 2 will be available today at www.latestinbeauty.com

You can also check out The British Beauty Blogger’s post here to see what’s inside.

Memebox #7 CutiePie Marzia 3 Review
Price of the Box is $29.99 including shipping approx £18.29
No of Products in the Box – 8 items
Total value of contents in the box – £53.94
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This is my first CutiePie Marzia collaboration box from Memebox, in fact it’s my first ever collaboration Memebox! Memebox released another two editions with CutiePie Marzia prior to this one and whilst the other two didn’t really appeal to me I took quite a liking to this edit which looked promising from the outset. In all honestly it was the lollipop soap which did it for me as sad as it sounds! CutiePie Marzia is a beauty and lifestyle vlogger with over 3 million subscribers on YouTube and has teamed up with Memebox to bring a series of boxes which include cute, adorable and darling beauty products. This box which is the finale in the series is bursting with 8 full-sized products and in my opinion they definitely saved the best till last.

As with all of the collaboration boxes you get to see everything inside the box unlike the other Memeboxes which are a complete surprise.

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

This box is all things cute, charming and delightful and features a great line up of fun and usable products. The box contains 8 full sized items and features mainly skincare and body products.

1. Etude House Melting Summer Nail Beads – Full Size RRP £2.45

Enclosed in an ice cream shaped cone are tiny little nail beads which come in two colour variations. I received the pastel pink and blue mix which are really pretty. This is more of a spring/summer mix and isn’t a colour I would go this time of the year so I will be saving these for next year.

I’ve used these types of beads before and whilst they are a little messy they really do jazz up your nails. I love the packaging which is really cute and very Etude House who are known for their adorable packaging.

2. Ensoap Lollipop Natural Soap – Full Size RRP £3.06

This 100% natural soap which is in the shape of a lollipop caught my attention straight away and is the culprit which led me to buy this box.

The soap is hand crafted and is formulated with high concentrates of centella asiatica which is known for its antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties, hyaluronic acid and hydrogenated camellia oil. It’s gentle formula can be used on all skin types and conditions and has a really pleasant scent which consists of citrus notes.

3. Missha Lucid Nail Polish – Full Size 8ml RRP £2.45

The Missha nail polish comes with a one-touch brush and is a rich and pigmented formula in a coral shade. It also claims to leave a fragrant rosemary scent after it’s dried.

I really like the colour which is very wearable. I don’t own any scented nail polishes so it was nice to finally own one.

4. Sua Young Berristure Cream – Full Size 100g RRP £24.53

This berrylicous moisturising cream is packed with various berry extracts and the Cos 5 complex, delivering an instant replenishment to the skin. The tiny collagen capsules within the formula helps lock in moisture for a more elastic, suppler complexion.

As the name suggests this smells wonderfully fruity and the cream has a gel consistency which feels refreshing and extremely light on the skin.

5. Purederm Nose Pore Strips – Full Size Pack of 6 RRP £3.68

The choco cacao nose pore strips which come in a pack of 6 are a one step pore care treatment which work to unclog blackheads, whiteheads and dirt.

These work the same way as the usual blackhead strips, you simply moisten the nose area with water, apply the strip and leave it on for around 10-15 minutes.

Fortunately I don’t suffer with blackheads however I do love trying these out on family members and seeing the aftermath! Is that weird?

6. Dearberry Ice Cream Hand Cream – Full Size 30ml RRP £4.29

Another hand cream for my collection and this one is the most adorable one to join my stash.

With it’s ice cream appearance, this creamy and scrumptious scented hand balm penetrates the skin quickly and moisturises and replenishes dehydrated hands.

The formula is enriched with naturally nourishing ingredients this claims to give you the softest hands ever.

7. Pure Smile Honey Queen Cleansing Oil – Full Size 100ml RRP £8.58

I love the bright packaging this cleanser comes presented in, it’s very eye catching with its honeycomb design.

This oil cleanser is formulated with real honey and acai berries which melts away the most adherent waterproof eye and lip make up without dehydrating or stimulating the skin.

8. Skin Food Honey Pot Lip Balm – Full Size 6g RRP £4.90

This honey pot lip balm is simply heart melting alongside the wooden application spatula.

The honey-textured lip balm which comes in a bright red shade isn’t vibrant as I was expecting. It’s not pigmented at all and gives more of a natural sheen. It’s super shiny formula is perfect for making the lips look fuller and glossier.

My Verdict

I am really impressed with the CutiePie Marzia edit 3. This box is all things cute, charming and delightful and features a great line up of fun and usable products! Within the box features some great show stoppers and Memebox have definitely curated a well thought out box which sees a great end to the Cutiepie Marzia series.

Inside the box showcases a great balance of wonderful, charming new discoveries and a selection of delightful treats, all of which are very useable and pleasing to the eye! What blew me away the most is that this box included 8 full sized products which is incredible.

The contents within this box is worth £53.94 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 which have an incredible box value as majority of the products are always full sized.

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

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Christmas is slowly creeping upon us and with only seven weekends left there’s not long to go before we all start to enjoy the festivities and exchange gifts with our loved ones. I love this time of the year which see’s the release of bespoke and limited edition beauty boxes which make the perfect Christmas gifts or a treat to spoil yourself.

Latest in Beauty have launched their new Gift Shop, a one stop shop which features three themed boxes brimmed with premuim, cult and classic beauty products with brands such as Caudalie, L’Occitane, Loreal Paris, Crabtree & Evelyn and many more.

The boxes available include their season Christmas Box, The Party Prep Box and The Naturally Beautiful Box

Each box comes complete with a premium finish, tissue paper, bow and a card. All of the boxes are £24.95 plus free delivery.

Latest in Beauty have an amazing offer where you can get 3 boxes for the price of 2.

For more information please visit:

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Memebox #39 Cafe Box
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 – £72.99
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The Memebox #39 Cafe Box has landed and as promised features everything you would expect to see in a cosy coffee shop from warming caffeine fixes to sweet indulgent treats which look enough to eat!

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 is spot on with the cafe theme from the cute packaging to the delightful treats within and some of which smell identical to the beverages and delights you would find in a coffee shop. The box contains 6 full sized items and features mainly skincare and body products.

1. Vella Fresh Creamy Soap – Full Size 100ml RRP £7.97

This whip cream-textured cleanser is enriched with a hydrating and soothing formula which consists of donkey milk, three kinds of honey complex and four kinds of flower extracts. The high concentrated creamy cleanser cleanses all skin impurities and excess sebum while soothing, protecting and the moisturising the skin.

I’ve never used a product which contains donkey milk however Cleopatra was known to bathe in the milk to preserve her beauty and youth which claimed to be the secret of her flawless complexion.

2. Tonymoly Latte Art Cappuccino Cream Scrub – Full Size 95g RRP £7.97

The cute packaging of this Tonymoly scrub which comes presented in a glass mug really speaks for itself and captures the cafe theme perfectly.

I rely on coffee and caffeine to kick start my day and wake me up in the mornings but it’s also known for it’s beauty benefits which claims to perk up your skin, treats redness and inflammation and reducing the appearance of under-eye circles.

This facial scrub is enriched with milk protein, caffeine, coffee extracts and acetyl hexapeptide-8 and works to effectively remove all skin impurities clogging the pores, delivers moisture and firms up the skin.

As soon as you open the lid there’s a potent burst of aroma which smells pretty much like a freshly brewed coffee. The texture of the scrub is gel-based and feels quite light when applied onto the skin.

3. Holika Holika Desert Time Lip Balm – Full Size 7g RRP £3.68

Oh my this lip balm is ridiculously cute and adorable. I can see this being a crowd pleaser!

There’s three popular cupcakes available from the Holika Holika collection and I received the peach edition which comes presented as a pretty cupcake which visually looks good enough to eat!

The lip balm has a delicate peach scent and has a slight tint to it but nothing too pigmented which is perfect if you’re looking for a natural sheen. It’s creamy texture feels moisturising on the lips without the sticky feel.

4. Cleomee Anti-Wrinkle Donkey Lotion – Full Size 250ml RRP £50.92

Another donkey milk product in the form of a body lotion by Cleomee and it’s worth an incredible £50.00.

This lotion is a gentle and moisturising formula which contains the highly prized ingredient donkey milk along with hyaluronic acid, ceramide, glycerin, vitamin E and EGF complex which delivers rich nutrition and replenishment. The lotion can be used on the face and body.

It is claimed that donkey milk has more goodness than cows milk and goats milk and is similar to a mothers breast milk.

I look forward to seeing how this lotion measures up against my all time favourite body butter by Soap & Glory.

5. Pure Smile Orginal Sheet Mask – Full Size RRP £0.61

We’ve moved on from coffee and cupcakes to a more healthier alternative, a herbal face mask which I’m assuming mimics a cup of herbal tea in the memebox cafe.

There’s two different masks available and I received the original herb sheet mask which is infused with lavender extracts, hyaluronic acid, vitamin E and collagen which works to relieve and moisturise the skin. This is left on for 15-20 minutes and the remaining essence is simply patted into the skin as opposed to washing this off.

6. Binu Cok Ice Cream Scoop Cacoa Body Soap – Full Size 70g RRP £1.84

The last item inside the box is a body soap which looks identical to a scoop of chocolate ice cream which not only looks the part but smells utterly delicious and chocolatey. From far you really can’t tell the difference it looks very real!

This soap is 100% natural and hand-made which cleanses away all excess oil, sebum and dead skin cells leaving the skin feeling nice and supple.

My Verdict

I’m really pleased with this Memebox which has been inspired by the cafe theme. Inside the box showcases a great balance of wonderful new discoveries and a selection of delightful treats, all of which are very useable and pleasing to the eye! Memebox were also spot on with the shortlist for this box and all 6 products come full-sized.

The contents within this box is worth £72.99 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 which have an incredible box value as majority of the products are always full sized.

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.

http://us.memebox.com/

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Price of the Box is £6.95 including P&P
No of Products in the Box – 5 items
Total value of contents in the box £7.75
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The November 2014 You Beauty Discovery Box has arrived and this month’s shortlist features a selection of gift-worthy treats which didn’t disappoint. I only wish I could of picked more than two products!

To see the November Shortlist please click here

You Beauty Discovery have changed the process of the shortlist menu go live time. The selection menu is now available on the 1st of the month from 7.00am as opposed to previously where you could choose from midnight.

“You Beauty Discovery” is a monthly beauty subscription service. The box consists of 2 selected hair, make-up and beauty products from well-known and new brands and they also include 2-3 bonus samples. Unlike the other subscription boxes you get to choose two products of your choice from a diverse selection menu each month.

This month’s selection menu had a great variety to chose from which made the decision process even harder. You really can’t fault this beauty box as it’s incredibly good value for money.

My box included 2 products of my choice from the shortlist and three extra treats in the form of Aduna Baobab Superfruit Powder and 2 sample sachets of Merumaya Cleansing Balm and Iconic Youth Serum.

1. Invisibobble – Full Size (3 in a pack) RRP £3.75

I was delighted to see that this month’s shortlist featured my all time favourite hair tie The Invisibobble. I received a pack of these in a previous box and not only is this bobble my hairs best friend it’s also very effective and doesn’t break the hair.

The Invisibobble which is available in various colours is a traceless hair tie which leaves no kinks or marks in your hair. It is also kind to your hair and helps to avoid split ends. I have hair extensions and these are great for keeping my hair tied without any pulling. I tie my hair before I go sleep to ensure my extensions don’t matt and tangle, it does the job perfectly and in the morning the Invisibobble still remains in my hair unlike others which simply just fall out.

2. Rituals Hammam Delight Shower Foam – Travel Size 50ml RRP £4.00

With the colder season I love reaching out for more indulgent shower gels to make the bathing experience more warming and pampering.

The Rituals Hamman Shower Foam is a unique gel-to-foam technology which transforms it’s gel into a rich relaxing foam. It promises to transform your own bathroom into a true Hammam with it’s infusion of aromatic and revitalising qualities of refreshing Eucalyptus and Rosemary.

As with all Ritual products I’ve tried this smells utterly divine with it’s refreshing and invigorating notes. It’s the perfect shower companion for the wintery days and nights.

3. Extra Samples within the box:

This month, You Beauty Discovery have included a sachet of Aduna Baobab Superfruit Powder which is a rich source of vitamin c, contains 50% fibre and is high in antioxidants which are key supplements as we approach winter which is also known for the dreaded cold and flu spell. The powder can be blended into a smoothie or sprinkled onto cereal, porridge or yoghurt.

There’s also two sachet samples of the Merumaya Cleansing Balm and Iconic Youth Serum. Maleka Dattu, founder of Merumaya has created an evolutionary range of evidence based skincare designed to help prevent, while reducing existing signs of skin ageing; similar in concept only, to Integrative Health.

My Verdict

The November gift-worthy shortlist showcases a great balance of products this month and I am extremely happy with my picks which included my all time favourite hair saviour, the Invisibobble and a lovely indulgent treat from Rituals.

The value of my box is worth £7.75 which is slightly less than usual however it includes great beauty essentials for me.

The magazine contained within the box includes various discount codes for all of the brands which have been featured this month which is great if you want to buy further products.

“You Beauty Discovery” impresses me every month. I always look forward to seeing their menu at the start of the month. Their wide selection of products in their menu has something for everyone and to date I’ve not been disappointed once . This box is a complete steal for £6.95 and worth every penny.

For more information or to subscribe please visit:

www.youbeautydiscovery.co.uk

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