Birchbox March 2014

Hello Sirens! Tonight I'm sharing my March Birchbox!!

 

This month's theme is Spring Forward!

 

 

March Birchbox

 

COOLA Tinted Matte SPF 30 for Face

Sample Size (0.17 oz)-$3.60 Value!

 

I really liked the Coola sample I got in my first Ipsy bag, so I was excited to try this one. I really like this one because it feels super silky, gives great sun protection, and contains antioxidants! I think it'd be perfect for summer wear.
 

 

Beauty Protector Protect & Detangle

Deluxe Size (Unknown)-Unknown Value

 

I loved the oil I got in last month's box so much that I was happy to try another product from this brand. It took multiple trys before I got the pump to work, which I wonder was due to the product inside being more of a lotion consistency than a liquid. Nonetheless, I do like the spray-it smells great just like the hair oil. I just wish the measurement contents were listed on the bottle. When I asked Birchbox for the measurements of the last sample, they directed me to inquire it from Beauty Protector. But I'm not sure how to contact them as I can not even find a company website. If anyone has any contact information for this brand please let me know in a comment down below.

 

Gilchrist & Soames London Collection Body Lotion

Deluxe Size (2 oz)-$4.00 Value!

 

Getting a body lotion was a nice change, especially a luxurious one that's been in some of the world's most exclusive hotels! I'm also glad to see this product is cruelty-free, eco-friendly, and loaded with antioxidant-rich botanicals.
 

 

 

Harvey Prince Cherie Blossom Fragrance

Sample Size (0.05 fl oz)-$1.62 Value!

 

I love trying a new perfume especially one if I can't find it in the typical beauty department. This scent is perfect for spring with a top note of Somei sakura (cherry blossom). But while the sample packaging is so cute, the bottle design of the full size fragrance seems rather plain.

 

Lifestyle Extra: Tea Forte Mintteas (Retreat)

Deluxe Size (1 Tin)-$3.32 Value!

 

I love the concept of this product-not only do these mints freshen your breath, but each flavor accomplishes specific wellness goals. Retreat, the Lemongrass Yuzu blend I received, is designed to help you relax. I love multitasking products, so I am definitely interested in trying out the other kinds.

 

Birchbox Find: Ghirardelli Intense Dark Cherry Tango

Sample Size (0.375 oz)-$0.47 Value!

 

I love Ghiradelli chocolate and was excited to try a new flavor! I was a little disappointed it wasn't a full size like the one I received in my November Birchbox, but I enjoyed it nonetheless.  I just had to go out and buy another kind at my local Wegmans!

 

Total Paid: $10.00
Total Value: $13.01
(Not including Beauty Protector sample)

This was one of the best boxes I've received in a while! I will use everything in this month's box!!
  

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Ipsy Glam Bag July 2013

Ipsy is a beauty subscription service where you pay $10 a month to receive a glam bag filled with deluxe samples or full size beauty products. I recently subscribed to Ipsy and am super excited to share with you the contents of my first glam bag!! I read some spoilers ahead of time, so I knew to some extent what to expect. I was pretty content with the products I received. 

 

Ipsy Glam Bag

 

The bag was a bit smaller than I was expecting, but it's super cute. I love the clear pink plastic design, but it wouldn't double as a going out bag.

 

 

Sexy Hair Soy Renewal Beach Spray Conditioning & Texturizing Spray

 

I was happy to get this item because I don't buy as many hair products as I do makeup. Plus it's been a while since I've used a texturizing spray! I will use this a lot over the summer.

 

 

BH Cosmetics California Collection

 

 

Hollywood, San Francisco, & Malibu

 

I wasn't jumping up and down over this since I already have plenty of Eyeshadow due to yet another Sephora order that I just placed (post to follow). However, I do think this was a great idea to give people a feel for the different collections offered. Based on the colors in the sample palette, I'd go for Hollywood or San Francisco. Malibu could be a good going out shadow, but I don't think I'd get regular wear from the shade.

 

 

Benefit Cosmetics Benetint

 

This item was a variation item which could have been swapped with another product. The other items that I could have received were Derma E Microdermabrasion Scrub, Demeter Salt Air Perfume Oil Roll On, and Nailtini Straight Up Color Nail Lacquer in Mai Tai. Given the other options, I'm glad I got the much coveted Benetint! I like multi-use products, so I think I'll enjoy this lip & cheek stain.

 

 

Coola Mineral Face SPF 20 Unscented Moisturizer

 

This is one of the products I'm most likely to use often. I have been obsessed over sunscreen of late and I just love that this is for use on the face since most of my sunscreens are for use on the body.

 

Pop Beauty Pouty Pop Crayon (Rose Romance)

 

This was one item I was most excited about after seeing the spoilers-I love lip crayons! I had originally wanted this in one of the brighter colors shown during the sneak peaks, but I'm actually kind of glad I got this shade instead. I already own Avon Mark Make It Rich Lip Color Crayon in Punch, so this shade will add more diversity to my makeup bag.

 

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What do you think of this month's Ipsy bag?