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

Sample choices and the featured box for November have been revealed!

Check out the video above.

(Oooo I love the box design this month)

November Sample Choice♥

Birchbox released their own line of Make-up called LOC (Love Of Color) and Beauty Vlogger Tati from Glam Life Guru helped create and collaborate with their first collection.

For sample choice we will be able to pick one of the above:

LOC One & Done (eye)Shadow sticks in 'On Point' or 'Impress Me'

LOC Vibrant Matte Lipsticks in 'First Kiss' 'Glam Life' or 'Wildest Dreams'

From watching the video swatches these look creamy and smooth.

I'm especially interested in the Berry colored lipstick since I don't one in that color.

Or you can opt for the Guest Editor Box this month which is also by Tati.

The featured box 'Birchbox x Glam Life Guru' will include:

Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo

Shiseido Ultimune Eye Power Infusing Eye Concentrate

Jouer Lip Enhancer

Avene Hydrance Optimale Hydrating Serum

LOC One & Done Shadow Stick in 'Day Trip'

Which will you pick for next month?

I'm still debating...I really want to try the Berry shade lipstick and get the awesome flower box.

But this featured box is really good too--high value items but a bit skincare heavy.

BIRCHBOX PLUS ADD-ONS

This month is a Birchbox Plus Takeover by BaubleBar.

A variety of their jewelry is available at an exclusive price to be added to your box if you want to upgrade.  I hardly wear jewelry so this is an easy pass for me.

Will you be upgrading?

Sample choice is October 27th but don't forget about early access!

BIRCHBOX #1 ::Candidly Nicole Box:: Unboxing for August 2015 ♥

Nicole Richie was this month's Guest Editor and I couldn't be more excited!

Info card.

A first look.

I'm absolutely in LOVE with this box!

I love every product and I'm super excited to try them out.

Quite a few high end products too♥

St. Tropez gradual tan in-shower lotion

I'm very intrigued by this.  I've been using the Jergens gradual tan lotion and it kinda sucks when you have to wait for it to dry before putting clothes on.  This lotion is to be used in the shower.

You rinse it off afterwards and just pat dry.  I will try this tonight!

My Sample Value $6.00

Rene Furterer LISSEA leave-in smoothing fluid

Yay, I love anything that will help smooth out my frizzy hair.

My Sample Value $3.70

dr. brandt microdermabrasion skin exfoliant

I love all things exfoliants and I'm a huge fan of dr brandt.  I've enjoyed all of his products so far.

Looking forward to this.

My Sample Value $9.75

OPI venice collection - *black*

This is a mini size but nail polish lasts me a good while.  

We had 4 possible colors.  I believe it was black, red, pink and a rose gold.

I was hoping for the rose gold but I got the black.  

O well...Halloween will be here soon!

My Sample Value $2.40

LAQA & Co. Cheeky Lip Crayon - *Humble Brag*

This is so cute!! 

Surprisingly pigmented too.  Check out the swatch!

My Sample Value $6.67

Swatch.

A really great box!! Even the box is super cute.

I love that they collaborated with Nicole Richie and I hope they have more awesome guests in the future.

The total value of this month's box (roughly) comes to $28.52

BIRCHBOX August 2015 ::Sample Choice Emails:: ♥

Aaah my posts are not going up on time!

Sample choice emails went out on Tuesday for early access and Wednesday for everyone else.

This month we get to pick 1 of 4 products OR the guest editor box which features Nicole Richie this month ♥  Lucky me, I have two accounts with Birchbox so I typically opt for the Guest Editor box on one account and choose a sample on the other.  

Can I just say that the Nicole Richie box looks awesome??

I'm excited to find out which OPI polish shade I'll get in my box.

And here are the 4 samples to choose from this month.

(of course you can choose NOT to pick and be surprised)

I went for the R+Co Dry Shampoo because I love dry shampoo and this looks like a decent size.

What did you pick??

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

I love Birchbox sneak peeks!

The video was uploaded today and I'm really excited for August ♥

And check out the box design--it's a pool!  Super cute.

Sample Choice

R+CO Death Valley Dry Shampoo

Air Repair Complexion-Boosting moisturizer

RUSK volumizing mousse

COOLA SPF30 Organic makeup setting spray

The choices next month go across the board--hair products, face, setting spray.

Only one stands out to me, the R+CO dry shampoo ♥

The Guest Editor Box for August is curated by Nicole Richie ♥♥

'The Birchbox x Candidly Nicole Guest Editor Box' will include:

St. Tropez Gradual Tan in Shower lotion

dr. brandt microdermabrasion skin exfoliant

LAQA cheeky lip tints in 'Humble Brag'

Rene Furterer Lissea Leave-in smoothing fluid

OPI Fall/Winter 2015 Venice collection 

(Subscribers will receive one of the following shades: dusty peach, rose-gold, charcoal or deep red)

I'm loving both the sample choices and the featured box for August.

Nicole Richie curated a really good box.

And have you seen her show, "Candidly Nicole"? 

I've seen it a few times before and it's hilarious.

Add-ons to upgrade your BB for August are:

ban.do Sunnies Canvas tote $20 $18

Sunnylife Luxe Towel $55 $38

Native Union Portable Speaker $38 $24

Pura Vida bracelets style pack $45 $22

La Mor collections crystal charm necklace $78 $28

bkr Glass water bottle 16oz in Orange $30 $24

Some of these add-ons are tempting but it's another pass for me.

I really love the towel but $38 is a bit steep...

Will you be upgrading next month?

Sample choice emails go out on the 28th!

But with early access you can pick a day earlier. 

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 June 2015 sneak peek...♥

My favorite time of the month...Birchbox sneak peeks of our box!

Also, this month the box designs are so pretty!

Love the gradient colors and I don't care which one I get because I like them all.

There will be 3 designs....And this month's theme is 'Adventure'.

For Box #1 I chose the Skyn Iceland Eye Gels as my Sample Choice

This box will include:

Beauty Protector Protect & Detangle

Marcelle BB Cream Golden Glow

COOLA Classic SPF 30 Cucumber Moisturizer for Face

Skyn Iceland Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gels

Emi Jay Printed Hair Tie

Marcelle Mini Waterproof Eyeliner

First off, super excited to be receiving a 6 item box!

And I really really like what I see!

I finally got the Beauty Protector Detangler ♥

For Box #2 I chose the Dr. Jart Micro Water as my Sample Choice

This Box will include:

Supergoop! Everyday SPF 50 with Cellular Response Technology

Dr. Jart+ Dermaclear Micro Water

Pura Vida Lace Headband

Coastal Scents Revealed 3 Palette Quad Sampler

Klorane Shampoo with Mango Butter

Klorane Conditioning Balm with Mango Butter

Marcelle Mini Waterproof Eyeliner 

Wow wow ! This one is a 7 item box!

Really happy with the contents of this box as well.

A headband is included...Oooo ♥

For Box #3 I reserved the Guest Editor Box

'The Tig Box' will include:

Marcelle BB Cream Golden Glow

Real Chemistry Luminous 3-Minute Peel

Harvey Prince Hello Body Cream

Oribe Cote d'Azur Fragrance

Davines SU Hair & Body Wash

Yes, I now have 3 boxes...It's because I took advantage of a new subscription promo last month.

I'm still waiting on my free Beauty Blender.

I'll probably cancel this account next month or so.

But anyways, I elected the Guest Editor Box of the month, The Tig Box.

Excited for everything but the Real Chemistry Peel.

It's not a favorite of mine but I'll still use it.  Or maybe my sister might try?

Did you check your possible box contents?

Remember, they aren't official until the 10th every month, so it's possible some items might change.

All 3 boxes shipped for me but I'll be getting them days apart.

I should be getting my first box by the end of this week ♫

BIRCHBOX June 2015 ::Sample Choice & Featured Box:: ♥

Early access sample choice is here! ♥

The 'regular' box features summertime skincare products as a sample choice

We also have the option to opt for the Guest Editor Box of the month.

This month, it's the Tig Guest Editor Box,  "Ready, Set, Summer Box".

ALSO, did you notice the "New Option" BB is offering?

It looks like you can now purchase the Guest Editor Box for an extra $10 if you want both the 'regular' and 'guest' box.  This means I won't need multiple accounts anymore!  This is the first month they are rolling this out and who knows if it will become a regular option or not.

I'm going to see what if they offer it again next month-- then I'll cancel my multiple accounts.

Sample choices this month are:

Dr. Jart+ Dermaclear Micro Water

Supergoop! Everyday SPF 50 with Cellular Response Technology

COOLA SPF 50 Sport - Mango

Skyn Iceland Hydro Cooling Firming Eye Gels

2 of these choices are sunscreen lotions.  I received a travel size Supergoop! sunscreen lotion in the 'Under The Sun Box' recently so I will not be choosing any of the sunscreens.

I'm very interested in the Microwater and Eye Gels though!

The Tig Guest Editor Box

"Ready, Set, Summer Box" will include:

Harvey Prince Hello Body Cream

Davines SU Hair & Body Wash

Eyeko Fat Liner - Black

Oribe Cote d'Azur Eau de Parfum

Real Chemistry Luminous 3-minute Peel

Not super excited about this curated box. I've tried the Real Chemistry Peel and I didn't care for it.  Everyone will receive the Fat Eyeliner in their 'regular' box so I'm surprised to see it also featured in the Guest Editor Box.  Otherwise, I love the "Hello" series by Harvey Prince and I've been wanting to try any of the Davines products.

What are you picking this month? Or will you not pick and keep it a surprise?

I'm debating between the Microwater and Eye Gel and the Tig Box.

Hmmm..decision decisions!

BIRCHBOX June 2015 early reveal ::Sample Choice & Featured Box:: ♥

Birchbox released their June 2015 sneak peek video today!

It feels super early.

Check it out and see what our Sample Choices are this month.

First off, ALL subscribers will receive this:

Eyeko Fat Liquid Eyeliner

I'm not totally positive but this looks like the full size!

I'm currently using the Eyeko Skinny Eyeliner and loving it.

I'm so psyched to be getting another one, with a fatter tip.

I'm betting this one will be easier to apply.

For June, there will be 4 different choices to pick from.

(You can also choose NOT to pick one and be surprised)

OR

You can choose The Guest Editor Box of the month.

The 4 Sample Choices this month are:

COOLA Mango Body Sunscreen SPF 50

Supergoop! Everyday SPF 50

Skyn Iceland Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gels

Dr. Jart+ Dermaclear Microwater

I'm not too excited about the sunscreens but I'm totally eyeing the Eye Gels and Microwater.

I could always use some help with undereye puffiness...and I enjoy testing out different make-up removers.

The Guest Editor Box this month was curated by The Tig, 

(A Blog/Website founded by Actress Meghan Markle.)

Check it out!

Great info on everything from Food to Fashion to Beauty to Travel.

This month's Guest Editor Box "The Tig Box" will include:

Eyeko Fat Liquid Liner

Real Chemistry 3-Minute Peel

Harvey Prince Hello Body Creme

Oribe Cote d'Azur Fragrance

Davines Su Hair and Body Wash

Honestly, I'm a bit underwhelmed by the curated box this month.

The Real Chemistry peel has already been in box combinations for a while, not to mention that it was a sample choice last month.  I find it odd that they would include such a repeat item.

I'm also surprised they included the Eyeko Fat Eyeliner in the Guest Box as well.

At this point, I'm not too sure what I will choose.

I'm leaning toward the Skyn Iceland Eye Gels and the Microwater.

What do you think about the choices this month?

Sample choice emails will go out on May 27th.

But don't forget early access!