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Which Beauty Box UK November 16, 2014

Memebox #7 CutiePieMarzia 3 Box Review – November 2014

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
http://us.memebox.com/memebox-global

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.

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 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 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 £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 .

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/

Which Beauty Box UK November 11, 2014

Memebox #39 Cafe Box Review – November 2014

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
http://us.memebox.com/memebox-global

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.

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Which Beauty Box UK October 29, 2014

Memebox #4 Floral Scentbox Review – October 2014

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
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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.

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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Which Beauty Box UK October 24, 2014

Memebox #61 My Cute Wishlist 3 Review – October 2014

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.

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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Which Beauty Box UK October 19, 2014

The Beauteque Head to Toe Snail Bag – October 2014

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
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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.

For more information or to purchase the snail bag please visit
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Which Beauty Box UK October 9, 2014

Memebox #54 Pinkaholic Review – October 2014

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.

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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Which Beauty Box UK September 29, 2014

Memebox #51 My Cute Wishlist 2 Review – September 2014

Memebox #51 My Cute Wishlist 2
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 – £51.18
http://us.memebox.com/memebox-global

After the success and the great response from the first edition of My Cute Wishlist, Memebox released another 3 and this is the 2nd in the series. I’m a pushover when it comes to cute beauty products whether it be the packaging or the contents within, my purse is at the ready. When this was launched I wasted no time in purchasing it and was hoping that it would be as good as the first or even better. 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.

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 and make up

1. Sally’s Box Friendly Berry Berry Lip Patch – Full Size RRP £1.82

These lip patches are making a regular appearance this month and I’ve received another one this month.

Shaped as a lip this cute patch is an intense moisture treatment and is infused with various berry extracts which are rich in Vitamin C.

I finally managed to try this over the weekend. The texture is very jelly like and slimy to the touch and due to this, the patch did slide off a few times! Once on it does feel refreshing and my lips did feel softer. This would be the perfect companion when applying a face mask.

2. It’s Skin Babyface Petit Blusher – Full Size RRP £4.26

Enclosed within this charming container is a blusher along with a cute powder puff. There were 4 colours available in this blush and luckily I received the baby pink which is the shade I was hoping for.

This matte pink blusher is very subtle and great for achieving a no make up make up look. It did take a couple of sweeps for a visible result and I preferred using a brush as opposed to the powder puff. It’s the perfect size to pop into your make-up bag too.

3. RoseMine Perfumed Hand Cream – Full Size 60ml RRP £7.31

I’m a big fan of hand creams and always welcome them despite having a ridiculous amount already. The floral packaging fits in with the cute theme and looks very familiar to the Cath Kidston design.

The RoseMine Hand Cream has an emollient formula to deeply nourish the hands and nails. It’s enriched with shea butter, rose water, argan oil and mango seed butter making it pleasantly scented.

4. Evas Vitamin Cleansing Dessert – Full Size 130g RRP £10.97

This is the first product out of two which baffled me as I don’t really see any cuteness apart from the box. This would of been more suited to the dessert box which was released earlier this month.

There are 3 different types of cleansers available and I received Berry Mix. The Vitamin Cleansing Dessert removes make up and impurities to give you the ultimate clean feeling. The micro bubbles penetrate deep into the pores to extract blackheads, whiteheads and all acne-causing bacteria to achieve flawless skin. This smells deliciously yummy and it’s suitable for my oily skin type. I look forward to trying.

5. SaintPeau Collagen Pudding Sleeping Pack – Full Size 100g RRP £21.95

Another item which made the shortlist and whilst the packaging has a cute little piggy advertising the product I’m not sure how this made it into the box.

The SaintPeau overnight face mask is infused with 52% natural collagen to give you radiant youth looking skin. The texture of this mask is like a jelly and claims to fill in fine lines and wrinkles and delivers deep nourishment to the skin to slow down the aging process.

Whilst this sounds like a miracle worker I’m not quite there yet when it comes to anti-aging products and will be passing this on to someone who can make use out of it.

6. The Yeon Style Y Fruity Swirl Lip Balm – Full Size RRP £4.87

Last up is the fruity swirl lip balm and out of the three types which were available I received Lime twist.

The green and yellow colours gives the impression that this is going to have a citrus fragrance and surprisingly it doesn’t, it’s more of a watermelon scent which has sweet notes. It’s infused with jojoba oil which moisturises and locks in hydration with no signs of stickiness.

My Verdict

In my opinion this edition was a little bit of a let down, It came in a smaller box meaning fewer products and I’m some what baffled how a couple of the products 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.

Despite being disappointed with the shortlist and the lack of eye catching products I’m quite happy with the products I received, all of which will be used apart from the collagen mask.

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.

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 worth £51.18 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. No silly little samples in this box!

Want to discover Memebox?

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

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Which Beauty Box UK September 23, 2014

New Memebox Arrivals – September 2014

Memebox have released a variety of new boxes and the one which I’m really excited about is the Etude House Edition which will be released this afternoon along with Beauty 911.

If the above don’t take your fancy, the boxes below are also available. Unfortunately My Cute Wish List 4 sold out as soon as it hit the website.

Use the promo code WN8i for $5 off your order (Expires on the 30th September 2014)
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Which Beauty Box UK September 22, 2014

The BB Bag 2 by Beauteque Review – September 2014

The BB Bag 2
Price – $30.00 including shipping approx £18.29
No of Products – 6 items
Total value of contents – £44.41
http://www.beauteque.com/

This may not look like a beauty box in appearance but in theory this has the exact concept and feel and comes presented in a pretty pink make up bag as opposed to a box . Welcome to the September 2014 edition of the BB Bag by Beauteque.

Beauteque in a nutshell is two words, beauty and boutique and they are an online retailer specialising in Korean Beauty products. The products that they offer are 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 BB Bag, known as the Beauteque Bag which at the moment is released bi-monthly is a beauty bag which contains 5-6 Korean beauty products and they ship to the UK and other parts of the world too. The good news is they are planning to launch their BB Bag on a monthly basis from January 2015.

The BB Bag 2 is the second edition which has been released and is worth around $85 (£44.41) in value this month with 6 full sized products. September’s bag also has a little twist as you can pick 3 products of your choice.

1. Skin Food – Real Eyelashes Daily No. 1- Full Size RRP £3.04

Out of the three options available I opted for the daily type of lashes.

The individual lashes are layered across one another and are flair out towards the end which is different to the lashes I currently own. The way these are structured are great for evenings out as opposed to daily wear. These would certainly be way too glamorous for the day!

2. Holika Holika Acerola Cleansing Foam – Full Size RRP £3.66

There were three options available in this cleanser depending on your skin type and I received Acerola.

Acerola achieves vibrant skin that appears full of vitamins! The rich multifruit BSC, amino acids and vitamin of acerola have anti-aging effects to re-energize fatigued skin. This is a foam cleanser that creates vibrant, supple skin.

3. It’s SKIN Mini tint gloss – Full Size 8g RRP £2.38

There were 3 colours available in the lip gloss tint and I opted for the pink being a fan of all things pink.

This teeny lip tint gloss moisturises and adds a sheer tint of natural colour which is very subtle. The scent is incredibly fruity too!

4. The Face Shop Modeling Patch Cherry Cherry Lips – Full Size RRP £3.35

I’ve seen these super cute lip patches appear in various Korean boxes and was happy to finally be in possession of one.

The patch is applied for 20 minutes and it’s aim is to make the lips soft and plump. Inside the patch contains soft jelly which is made with cranberry extract to nourish, moisturise and keep the lips hydrated.

5. Beauteque Minerals Exfoliating Brush – Full Size RRP £21.00

This cute travel-sized brush is a nice addition to the BB Bag and to the touch, is the softest facial brush I have come across. The brush is very gentle on the skin making it suitable for all skin types.

The brush is certainly a showstopper and it’s my favourite within the bag. I can’t wait to add this brush to my cleansing routine but in the meantime I’m happy to just admire it!

6. Mizon Snail Recovery Gel Cream – Full Size RRP £10.98

Whilst snails are a delicacy in the France it appears to have hit the beauty industry like a storm and has been hailed as the latest beauty wonder product promising great skin benefits.

Mizon Snail Recovery Gel Cream is a cult favorite from Korea. This multi-tasking, lightweight moisturiser is formulated with 74% snail extract which is cruelty free and an all-natural way to get soft, rejuvenated skin. This fast-absorbing gel sinks in quickly for hydrated, clear skin with improved vitality.

My Verdict

This is my first introduction to the BB Bag and in my opinion they have selected a good variety of products from skincare to make-up from well known Korean brands. I like that I was able to customise a few options and the remainder was a complete mystery. It was also nice that the contents came enclosed within a make up bag instead of a box.

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

The entire contents within the BB Bag are all full sized and has a value of £44.41 beating the cost of the box which works out around £18.29 including shipping. It’s a small price to pay to discover these hidden gems and there no silly little samples in sight!

I look forward to seeing the next edition of the BB Bag which will be released in November 2014.

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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.

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.

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