BIRCHBOX JuLY 2015 ::Sample Choice Emails:: ♥

Don't forget--sample choice emails went out today for early access!

This month we get to choose a color of our sample.

The featured box, 'Beachy & Bright Box' looks awesome too.

What will you choose?

I chose the 'Beachy & Bright' Box on one account (includes the 'Bella' bright pink shade) and chose the 'Venezia' (bright coral) on my other account. I'm really excited to try this lip product out.

I don't normally wear bright colors but since it's summer I'm stoked to wear it!

ipsy glam bag contents for June 2015 ♥

Here is my June ipsy bag.

The theme this month is 'Swim into beauty'.

The bag.

The front is embossed with 'ipsy' and the back is just plain black.

A lot of people thought maybe the bag would be waterproof from the spoiler image.

I don't think it is.

I thought I got a really good bag this month.

The 3 face masks alone is awesome!

BioRepublic face mask trio - cucumber, aloe, green tea

This was my favorite item in the bag.

I love face masks and I received three!

Tried the cucumber breeze last night and it was awesome.

My Sample Value $14.50 (Full size!)

Lavanilla Laboratories body butter - *pure vanilla*

This is a an all natural brand.

I haven't opened it since I have so many opened lotions right now but I'm excited to try it out.

My Sample Value $2.41

smashbox Photo Finish Primer

I'm not a big primer person.

In fact, I rarely use any because I don't like to wear foundation and cover-up.

My Sample Value $9.00

J.cat liptitude 24/7 - *hikilicious*

A bit bright but this will be fun to wear.

My Sample Value $5.99 (Full size!)

tre'Stique mini shadow crayon - *kona coffee*

I use brown a lot and crayon shadows are great for on the go so I'll throw this into my travel make-up bag.

My Sample Value $10.67

Swatches.

The total value of this month's bag (roughly) comes to $42.57

ipsy has been giving out awesome bags lately.

The values are always high and I have fun experimenting with their products.

This month was a pretty good bag--maybe one of my favorites!

BIRCHBOX #3 ::The Tig - Ready, Set, Summer Box:: Unboxing for June 2015 ♥

My final Birchbox this month, the guest editor box.

'The Tig -- Ready, Set, Summer Box'.

And with this box, I closed my third account so I'm back to my original 2 accounts.

A message by Meghan Markle, the actress who curated this month's Guest Editor Box.

The info card.

My secret code for this box was for 20% off a $50+ purchase..

Meh...

A first look.

Davines SU Hair & Body wash

Interesting that it  works for both hair and body.

I like the scent--it's a mild clean scent and this is perfect for a travel or gym bag.

My Sample Value $6.75

Harvey Prince Hello Body Cream

I've mentioned it before but the 'Hello' series is my favorite line by Harvey Prince.

It just smells sooo good.

This is the body cream.

My Sample Value $0.91

Marcelle BB cream - *golden glow*

This is a dupe this month but like I said in my previous post, I'll use this as a bronzer type.

My Sample Value $3.68

Real Chemistry 3-minute Peel

I'm actually not a fan of this product...It works great but I wouldn't apply this to my face.

My sister might give this a try.

My Sample Value $4.80

Oribe Cote d'Azur Eau de Parfum

It's a nice smell and it's quiet fancy.
My Sample Value $2.55

Swatch.

Overall, I thought the featured box was just ok.

A lot of the items were given out in previous months.

It didn't have that 'wow' factor but I'll use at least half of these.

The total value of this box (roughly) comes to $18.69

BIRCHBOX #2 Unboxing for June 2015 ♥

My second account is here and it's a great one!

I got the same 'Next Stop: adventure' box design.

I thought I would get a variation but nope...

The info card.

A first look.

For the first time I received a 7 item box♥

So cool!

Klorane mango butter shampoo & conditioner

Klorane is a great hair care brand.

I love their dry shampoo.

I'm currently using a different shampoo by Klorane.

I'm excited to try this mango version.

My Sample Value $2.11

Revealed 3 quad sample - *desert bloom*

I own the original revealed palette and use it almost everyday.

This is from the revealed 3 palette.

I love the shades but I found them to be weak on pigmentation.

You'll see in my swatch below.

My Sample Value $2.00

Dr. Jart+ dermaclear Micro Water

This was my sample choice.

It can be used as a make-up remover, toner, etc.

I tried this as a remover and it works great.

My Sample Value $2.67

Supergoop! Everyday SPF 50

I have a travel size of this and I'm glad to have more.

This sunscreen is really good--isn't sticky and doesn't leave a white mess.

My Sample Value $0.91

Marcelle Waterproof Eyeliner - *indigo*

A dupe but in a different color, yay!

My Sample Value $7.30

pura vida lace headband

This is super cute!

It's a bit tight for my head though so I had to adjust it.

Always nice to receive a non-beauty, lifestyle item.

My Sample Value $2.25

Swatches.

Overall, this is one of my favorite boxes.

I also get 70 points ($7) back for reviewing them.

The total of this month's box (roughly) comes to $17.24

Whole Foods Market ::Summer Survival Kit on sale 6/27:: ♥

Whole Foods is getting ready to release their next beauty bag, the 'Ready for Action' Summer survival kit.  It goes on sale 6/27 for $12. (A $50 value!)

The kit will include:

Toms of Maine Long Lasting Deodorant - natural powder scent

Aubrey Pure Aloe Vera

Boiron Arnicare Gel

Amazing Grass Amazing Meal - Vanilla Chai

Goddess Garden Organics Natural Sunscreen SPF 30 - Everyday or Kids

Garden of Life Perfect Food Raw Organic Green Super Food - Real Raw Chocolate Cacao

Nuun Active Natural Electrolyte Enhanced Drink Tabs - Lemon+Lime (10 tabs)

Spectrum Essentials Seed Blends - Orchard Fruit, Savory, Tropical Fruit or Warrior Vitality

Jute bag handprinted by RIJI Green

I hope my local Whole Foods sells this!

I'll be sure to check them out on 6/27.

BIRCHBOX July 2015 ::Sample Choice, Featured Box & BB Plus Add-Ons:: ♥

The July 2015 sneak peek video was posted today!

See what our sample choice, featured box and BB Plus add-ons are this month!

Here is my breakdown.

Sample Choice

Sample choice is going to be a bit different this month.

For July, all subscribers will receive the Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick.

We will get to choose the color we want!

From top to bottom:

Beso (bright red)

Venezia (coral)

Bella (bright pink)

I love the idea that we will be able to pick our color.

We tend to know which shade fits our look the best.

Featured Box

Beachy & Bright Box will include:

Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in Bella

Juara Enzyme Radiance Scrub

theBalm cosmetics Balm Desert Bronzer/Blush

Oribe Apres Beach Wave & Shine Spray

Supergoop! City Sunscreen Serum SPF 30

The Stila lipstick in Bella will be included in the featured box.

At first I saw a few repeat brands but they are totally new products.

I have the Juara body butter but this is a scrub!

I also have plenty of Supergoop! sunscreen left but this one is a serum.

I'm liking the curated box this month.

We also got a sneak peek of some of the add-ons subscribers can add for a special price to upgrade to a BB plus!  Pretty cool options this month.

Add-On Options

Sunnylife Fouta Towel $36 $24

Sunski Headlands Sunglasses $48 $28

BKR Glass Water Bottle $30 $24

Flash Tattoo Set $44 $24

Hayden Reiss Beach Bud (BB Exclusive) Yellow w/pink Pineapple $34 $24

I'm a bit interested in the Towel.

It's 5 1/2 x 3ft long and I would use it as a picnic blanket.

But at $24, it seems a bit steep.

I own plenty of sunglasses, same with water bottles and $24 is crazy expensive for temporary tattoos.

No need for a wet bag either so it's another pass for me this month.

I won't be adding anything.

Are you going to upgrade next month?

Sample choice emails go out the 25th...but early access is 24th!

I'm hoping to select the 'Beach & Bright' box on one account and the Venezia shade on my other account.  What about you?

Target ::Summer (Women's) Beauty Box 2015:: ♥

The Target Summer beauty box is here!

I almost missed it--I didn't think it would be available so soon!

Apparently some people had their orders cancelled due to high demand.

O boy....better keep on my toes for the next box!

Delivery took some time...I'm still waiting on the 'Men's Box' that I purchased for my husband for the upcoming Father's Day.

A first look.

Fekkai Brilliant Glossing creme

So there was a variation of Fekkai products being sent out.

Some people got the dry shampoo, protection mist, creme, etc.

I got the glossing creme and boo, I already have one.

But I supposed I don't mind having another since I have so much hair.

My Item Value $10.00

Olay regenerist luminous dark circle correcting serum

This was the big ticket item.

It's a full size that retails for $23.99!

I haven't tried this yet but I've heard of results!

My Item Value $23.99

Cutex nail polish remover pads - 3 pads

I've tried remover pads in the past and I prefer them over the 'ol cotton pad and remover.

These work well!

My Item Value $1.20

Sinful colors Nail Polish - *energetic red*

I'm very familiar with sinful colors and I really love their formula.

Very long lasting too.

The color is ...eh, ok.

My Item Value $1.99

Revlon ultra HD Lipstick - *gladiolus*

Woa, this is a very bright red lip color.

I'm not sure I'll use this.  Most likely will pass this onto my sister who loves red lippies.

It's very nice though.

My Item Value $7.99

Swatches.

At first I wasn't terribly excited for this box when I ordered it but once I got it, I really love it!

Especially for the Olay.  

The total value of this box (roughly) comes to $45.17.

Which is a great value for a $7 box.

Variations went out for Fekkai and the nail polish color.

What did you get?