Birchbox Order ::Birchbox X GlamLifeGuru Box + Benefit Roller Lash:: ♥

So I had a hard time deciding between the 'regular' monthly Birchbox and the Curated box for November.  So I decided to get both!  In order to get both I had to purchase the Curated box separately but subscribers can get it for only $10 AND use their points for it.

I got an amazing deal!

This is the Curated box this month--Birchbox x GlamLifeGuru Box.

The contents were too amazing to pass up so I used my saved up points for this.

Living Proof dry shampoo

AMAZING stuff--I love dry shampoo and it smells amazing.

My Sample Value $10.22

Avene hydrating serum

I recently tried the Avene facial cleanser and LOVE it.

I'm super excited to try this one out.

My Sample Value $3.57

Shiseido Ultimune Eye concentrate

Shiseido to me is a super high end brand and I will try anything by Shiseido.

My Sample Value $21.67 (wow)

Jouer lip enhancer

This is interesting.  I actually have pretty full lips already but I wonder what this will do?
Does it really make your lips fuller??

My Sample Value $7.27

LOC One & Done shadow stick - day trip

This is Birchbox's own brand that has been newly released.

Their first collection was in collaboration with the Glam Life Guru herself, Tati.

I was surprised with the quality of the stick.

Super creamy and pigmented.

My Sample Value $10.00 (Full size!)

Oooo very nice!!

I also bought a full size Benefit Roller Lash mascara.

I sampled this mascara last month and holy cow it really curls my lashes and adds so much length and volume!  I fell in love with it immediately that I knew I wanted a full size.

The reason I bought it this time around was because they are (still) offering a Free Lash Curler by Eyeko with any mascara purchase.

Benefit Roller Lash $24.00

Eyeko Lash Curler $18.00 value

Mystery Sample Pack

Of course I had to add the mystery sample pack.

But for some reason I added the Birchbox MAN sample pack instead of WOMAN.

But look what I got!  These are kind of amazing...

I'll be adding this to my husband's stocking stuffer ♥

das boom everywhere lotion - Detroit

A men's body lotion?

My Sample Value $3.00

Mason Stones - six whiskey stones

This is awesome.  I think my husband is gonna love this one.

My Sample Value $17.00 (wow!)

So in total this would all come to $114.73 but I only paid $16.92.

This is why I love Birchbox, their points system and their various coupon codes.

Very happy!♥

BIRCHBOX order ♥

suki exfoliate foaming cleanser

It was finally time for me to order a full size of this exfoliating scrub.

This is amazing--it's my absolute favorite face scrub!

I tried a sample of this and fell in love.

It exfoliates, it foams and it smells so good.

$32.95 for FULL SIZE

BAGGU 3D Zip small bag

I needed to spend a few more dollars in order to use a coupon code so I added this cute bag.

I already have the tote so I got this small pouch in the same pattern.

$8.00 for FULL SIZE

Mystery Sample Pack

WELEDA hydrating body lotion - citrus

jouer lip gloss in Birchbox Pink

Always add the free mystery sample pack!

I received these in my order.

Total value was about $2

Swatch of the lip gloss.

So I used my 300 pts and ended up paying only $5.58 for this order!

Super awesome ♥

BIRCHBOX Limited Edition ::Lovely Day Box:: ♥

My Lovely Day Box arrived today...finally!

Shipping took longer than usual and was delivered via UPS.

This order includes the Limited Edition 'Lovely Day Box', an Illume Candle and a Mystery Sample Pack (free with a $35+ purchase).

The 'Lovely Day Box' is $62, the candle was $11+ and all I paid was $3.64!

This is why I love Birchbox ♥

I will explain how I used my Birchbox points at the end.  

Bonus Item

Mighty Leaf Tea Set - 3 pouches

This has been the bonus item for a while now.

I've received them in just about every purchase order since last November.

Since I love tea, this is a nice bonus.

Free Mystery Sample Pack

You can always add a Free 'Mystery Sample' on orders over $35.

I received:

V76 by Vaughn Energizing Shampoo/Conditioner Foil Samples

Camille Beckman Platinume Gold Hand Therapy Lotion

The lotion is a repeat but I've never tried the shampoo/conditioner.

I'm curious as to what they mean by 'Energizing' shampoo/conditioner.

Add-on Purchase

Illume Monogram Boxed Votive - Letter "I"

So I'll explain here--I had 600+ points to spend.

When you redeem your points for purchase, you can only use them in increments of 100's.

And since I had 600+ points, I HAD to use 600 points. (no less)

So I added the Lovely Box, used a 20% off code then added this candle so I could get full advantage of the 600 points.  My total came to $63.64. I redeemed $60 in points and paid only $3.64!!

This candle is a Soy Candle, very cute and smells great!

I picked "I" for Ivy of course♥ 

The 'Lovely Box'.

The info card.

A first look.

This box was packed!  Lots of goodies.

Rituals Foaming Shower Gel - Fresh Eucalyptus & Rosemary

I've never tried anything like this before.

A foaming shower gel.  I have a feeling I'm going to like it!

My item value $3.75

(Full size value $15.00)

Caudalie Radiance Serum Complexion Correcting

This product helps to fade and even out dark spots.

My item value $26.34

(Full size value $79.00)

Living Proof. Nightcap Overnight Perfector

Another 'new' kind of product for me.

'Beauty sleep for your hair'.

You apply this to your damp hair at night before bed, then wash it out in the morning OR style in the morning.  This should leave your hair smooth and glossy.

Now this is my kind of product.

My item value $7.00

(Full size value $28.00)

Nails Inc. Gel Effect Nail Polish - in *Porchester Square* and *Mayfair Lane*

I think these shades are adorable!

They are like a pastel gray and pink.

I'm currently wearing my ipsy nail polish now but I'll use these next!

My item value $8.60 x2

(Full size item $15.00 x2)

Davines Anti Aging Hand Cream

I'm only familiar with their Hair care products so I was surprised to see that this hand cream was by Davines.  It's quite large and it will be a while before I use this.  I have quite the collection of unopened hand creams at the moment.

My item value $14.00 (Full size!)

Illume Demi Perfume - *Coconut Milk Mango*

This is a rollerball perfume.  I almost prefer this application over the sprays.

Smells just like it--coconut and mango.

I like it!

My item value $14.00 (full size!)

Cargo Blush - *cannes*

A very 'cute' blush with an orange undertone.

I know this will last me a long time.

My item value $26.00 (full size!)

jouer Lipstick - *meg*

This was an interesting shade for me.

It looks more coral in my swatch (below) but when I applied it to my lips, they came out much lighter.  Pretty well pigmented too so it lightened my lip color.

This will be great on days that I use very little make up.

My item value $24.00 (full size!)

Greenleaf Candle Tin - *Bella Freesia*

This is quite large and it smells very nice.

I read some reviews and some people thought the smell was too strong and smelled like perfume.

I didn't find it strong...and the smell is mild.  Not strong for me.

However, I did not light this up yet so maybe it smells stronger lit up?

My item value $10.00 (full size!)

Harney & Sons Wrapped Tea Sachets - 7 sachets

Wow, look at all of these tea bags!

Some of them sound a bit crazy...but I'll promise to try them all out.

My item value $3.36

(Full size value $9.95 for 20 sachets)

I thought this box was very well curated for all the Moms out there.

I like the addition of non-beauty products as well, such as the candle and tea set.

The total value of this Limited Edition box (roughly) comes to $145.65.

Including all bonuses, add-ons, the total is $161.07.

  I only paid $3.64 out of pocket so this was the deal of all deals!

Now I'm off to enjoy some of my new products.

yay!

BIRCHBOX Limited Edition Box ::Home Sweet Homespun:: (40% off Winter Sale) ♥

This was on my doorstep today ♥

As you may know, Birchbox is currently holding a Winter Sale.

Various winter related items on sale for 40% off--including one of their Limited Edition Boxes:

Home Sweet Homespun

$40 on sale for 40% off $24

(A $96 value box)

And just like any Birchbox order, there was another pretty box inside the shipping box♥

Their boxes are super cute and durable, I can't get myself to throw them away.

I need to start thinking of ways to repurpose these boxes!

A first look.

Info card.

Voila! This is a fun looking box!

Momofuku Milk Bar - Cornflake Chocolate Chip Marshmallow Cookie Mix

YUM! This sounds really good ♥

Totally making these this week.

My son K can help me ^_^ he's 3 and loves to help with baking!

Meri Meri - The Little Garden Treat Kit

squeee!! These are adorable!

Cute labels and gift bags for handing out baked treats--like the cookies above.

Askinosie Chocolate - Single Origin Sipping Chocolate

2 servings. 

Made with Organic cane sugar and fair-trade cocoa beans.

I wonder if they'll taste different from my usual hot chocolate?

Vegan and also gluten free.

Illume - Mini Tin Soy Candle

This smells quite nice and I've never had a soy candle before.

What are the benefits of it being soy?  I'll need to research.

Richer Poorer - Socks

A fun patterned pair of socks!

I could always use new socks.  I have quite the collection actually!

SOAK - Handmaid Luxury Hand Creme

I haven't opened this yet because I have more than a few hand creams lined up to be used.

Sounds like there is a fruity scent to it.

 COWSHED - Lippy Cow Natural Lip Balm

Again, I have so many lip balms right now I'm going to wait to try this.

It reads "natural lip balm with essential oils of linden blossom, rose geranium and ylang ylang"

Sounds nice!

Makerskit - Hanging Photo Clips Complete Project Kit

This kit includes: natural twine, mini clothes pins, colorful cardstock and glue pen.

I love crafty projects and I love taking photos of my kiddos.

I'll have to find some time to get this done.  Should be fun!

This is a fun box!

It includes such variety--from foods to apparel, crafts to beauty products.

I love it ♥

I hope Birchbox comes out with more Limited Edition boxes like this in the future.