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Which Beauty Box UK March 2, 2015

Beauty Pick of the Month – February 2015

Is it me or has February just flown by! It’s that time of the month again when I pick my favourite product which I received in one of my many beauty boxes. February’s showstopper was the super-impressive Cynthia Rowley Eyeliner Pencil which I received in my Birchbox and being a self-confessed eyeliner obsessive, this pencil is a game-changer for me.

I don’t know what it is, but as soon as a new eyeliner lands on my doorstop I am immediately drawn to it mainly because I’m always looking for the ultimate eye popping liner which comes with all of the benefits too such as depth, longevity and a super-creamy texture. Initially I thought I was asking for too much but along came the Cynthia Rowley Eyeliner which changed everything and blew all of my other liners out of the water and yes it really is that impressive!

Cynthia Rowley is more commonly known as a New York Fashion Designer and it was only via Birchbox that I discovered she also had a beauty range.

As well as the pretty polka dot design and the dashing gold and black colour combination, the pencil is smooth, dark and long wearing. It’s true black shade creates striking bold lines and gives big immediate drama thanks to it’s true black pigment.

I’ve really fallen head over heels with this eyeliner and my only sadness is that Birchbox won’t be stocking the black shade but they do have various other colours that are available via the Birchbox Shop for £11.00.

Have you tried the Cynthia Rowley Eyeliner?

www.birchbox.co.uk

Which Beauty Box UK October 30, 2014

Beauty Pick of the Month – October 2014

Each month I pick my favourite product which I received in one of my many beauty boxes. This month’s showstopper is the Inika Organic Eye Liner which I received in my Love Lula Beauty Box. It’s joined my make-up regime this month and I’m truly impressed with the results and it’s incredible formula.

I tend to mainly focus on my eyes when perfecting my desired make-up look whether it’s to brighten the eye area or to create a sexy, sultry smokey eye look, eyeliner is the one staple make-up product which I can’t live without. I always get excited about new liner launches which promise longevity, no smudging and the blackest of black kohl. Unfortunately to date all of the liners I have purchased only fulfilled one or two of these promises that was until I was introduced to the Inika liner in the shade black caviar which not only is certified organic but amazingly ticks all of the boxes for me.

Inika is a 100 percent natural beauty brand incorporating mineral makeup, vegan and organic products that are completely free from synthetic chemicals and harmful ingredients.

The Inika Eyeliner is a divine, creamy and a true black shade which glides on smoothly and effortlessly creating bold striking lines and it’s blackest of black colour definitely draws attention to the eye area. Not only does this liner make your eye’s pop, it also stays put with very minimal smudging – goodbye panda eyes! If you’re always on the go like me, this liner also conveniently comes with a complimentary sharpener lid.

I’ve tried a huge selection of liners ranging from the high street to high end brands and this undoubtedly ranks number one for me. It’s amazing that whilst this doesn’t contain any nasty ingredients it’s much more effective compared to those that are not cruelty free. This gentle formula can also be used for the most sensitive of eyes and It’s a complete steal at £13.50.

My review of October’s Love Lula Beauty Box is available here

The Inika range is available to purchase at www.lovelula.com

Which Beauty Box UK September 19, 2014

Memebox #28 All About Eyes Review – September 2014

Memebox Special #28 All About Eyes
Price of the Box is $35.99 including shipping approx £21.95
No of Products in the Box – 8 items
Total value of contents in the box – £79.83
http://us.memebox.com/memebox-global

Memebox Special #28 All About Eyes is a curated box which hosts a range of eye treatments and eye make up which will make your eyes bigger, brighter, and glamorous. This box includes the perfect selection to achieve either a subtle natural look or a flattering bold look. There’s also a selection of eye treatments to pamper those tired, dull looking eyes. Memebox have definitely covered all areas with this edition.

I’m a big fan of eye products especially eye make up as I mainly focus on my eyes when applying make-up. Ridiculously excited I grabbed this box as soon as it hit the website. Not knowing what to expect this curated box delivered a box full of surprises and definitely exceeded my expectations.

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 includes 8 full sized products and showcases a great line up of products.

1. YniPicture-Esque 3 dots eyeliner – Full Size RRP £5.48

This revolutionary eyeliner pen is certainly different, it has a three end-brush applicator which is something I haven’t seen before.

Offering deep definition the wonderful black formula dries quickly and is waterproof which can be easily removed with warm water.

The unique applicator takes a while to get use to but you simply dot the applicator along your lashes and complete the rest of the line with all three of the brush tips. The liner is really creamy and glides on smoothly without the dragging the skin. It’s also great for applying under the lash line too.

2. Karadium Line Hero Auto Gel Liner – Full Size RRP £7.31

There were two colours available in this liner a brown and a white. I typically received the white gel liner which contains subtle gold and silver pearls and is entirely waterproof.

I tend to stick to classic shades mainly blacks and browns and will probably gift this to a friend.

3. Cheek Room Curl and Volume Mascara – Full Size RRP £10.97

I love Mascara and whilst I own many I only have a hand full which stand out.

The Cheek Room mascara is waterproof that dramatically volumizes the lashes and uses a micro-dispersion system that doesn’t smudge or budge. It also contains Lilly-extracts which protects the lashes keeping them healthy and strong.

Surprisingly this did stay put all day without flaking or smudging and for a waterproof mascara it comes off pretty easily and effortlessly. Whilst this didn’t make my lashes overly voluptuous it’s great for every day wear for a more natural look.

4. Cheek Room Eye Shadow – Full Size 5g RRP £4.87

The Cheek Room Eye Shadow is a pearl rich formula which contains minerals and coral powder.

I received the shade pink coral which is a vibrant pigmented colour. I’m not brave enough to experiment with bold shades and tend to stick to more classic colours. I would of much preferred the Sweet Pink which was also available.

5. Secret Star Girl S-Style Eyelashes – Full Size Pack RRP £4.26

Bold eye make up teamed with false lashes definitely completes the final touches to a make up look and I was delighted to see a pack containing two sets.

Out of the three types of lashes I received The Cutie eyelashes which focuses on more definition and volume. I prefer long lashes as opposed to more volume and these are quite whispy and the length is perfect. Inside the box is also two tubes of adhesive.

6. MDaida Wonder Eye Volume Filler – Full Size RRP £25.00

Despite all of the wonderful make up discoveries within the box this Wonder Eye Volume Filler excites me the most. The outer casing has the most luxurious feel to it and the applicator has a soft sponge tip which is perfect for targeting under the area eye area.

The Wonder Eye Volume Filler is a highly enriched serum for under the eye area and works to both brighten and to treat fine lines. The formula is free from parabens, mineral oil, artificial colouring and is fragrance free.

I love the refreshing and silky feel of this serum and the results were noticeable on the first application. The area under my eyes looked brighter and as for me I looked more wide awake!

7. MDaida Wonder Eye Concealer Pen – Full Size RRP £20.73

This concealer certainly has the same look and feel as the YSL Touche Eclat Pen only it’s silver and not gold and comes in the form of a concealer rather than a highlighter.

Another item which I got excited about which is from the same brand as the Volume Filler and comes recommended by make up artists in Korea.

This multi-purpose concealer can be used under the eye area to hide dark circles and can also be used over blemishes and skin imperfections. The shade is perfect for my skin tone and the creamy formula blends in very well and looks very natural when applied. This pen is perfect for on the go touch ups.

8. Sally’s Box Friendly Collagen Eye Patch – Full Size RRP £1.21

The description of this product made me chuckle as it states the pack is a set of two which in my interpretation means two applications. It contains two eye patches for one application only!

These collagen eye patches are a hydro-gel type patch that deliver rich moisture and nutrition to dry, sensitive areas underneath the eye. The collagen formula works to tighten up sagging skin and whilst on soothes, cools and replenishes.

Will be giving these a go over the weekend.

My Verdict

Memebox appears to be at the forefront when it comes to delivering innovative beauty products, giving their subscribers a host of new exciting beauty products to discover. I’m really impressed with this box which features a great line up of products and includes 8 full sized products.

Memebox have definitely covered all areas with this edition and I’m impressed with their selections which included an excellent variety of eye products. This is certainly one of my favourite editions from Memebox.

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.

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 .

The contents within this box is has an incredible value of £79.83 and the cost of the box including shipping works out to be around £21.95. It’s a small price to pay to discover these hidden gems. There’s no silly little samples in this box!

This box has sold out but there’s plenty more to choose from!

Want to discover Memebox?

Get $5 off with my promo code 3LVG. Offer expires on the 31st October 2014.

http://us.memebox.com/

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