BIRCHBOX #3 ::Birchbox + Cupcakes and Cashmere:: Contents for May 2015 ♥

This is a delayed post from last month's Birchbox.

I opened a 3rd account to take advantage of the Free BeautyBlender Promo.

Well, the BeautyBlender was supposedly shipped separately but I never received it.

I finally contacted customer service and they said they were out of stock..

But I got an email it was being sent separately! And my promo code was accepted...

I was so bummed out...

So the CS girl let me pick a free item from the bonus shop and I found a white BeautyBlender (opposed to the pink one) and she shipped it overnight to me free of charge. 

She also added a mystery sample pack for the trouble.

I received my blender yesterday so I'm finally posting this unboxing.

Info card.

SHU UEMURA Art of Hair Cleansing Oil Shampoo

Wow, this sample is huge!  

I've read great things about this shampoo.  I believe it's a high end product.

I wish a conditioner sample was included too.

My Sample Value $10.68 for 75ml

CoTZ Flawless Complexion SPF 50

This is a dupe.

I've been using the other one and it works great as a face sunscreen.

My Sample Value $1.45

JUARA Candlenut Body Creme

I think this was also a dupe item.

But it's a very nice body creme and now I have more!

My Sample Value $1.72

Prescriptives False Eyelashes Plush Mascara

This is a favorite among some beauty bloggers.

I can't wait to try this one out!

My Sample Value $11.50

Chosungah 22 Flavorful Lipstick

Birchbox started carrying new Korean beauty products.

This is one of them.  Look at the lipstick!

It's a clear orange...but when I apply it to my lips and give it a few minutes, it starts to turn into a light pink shimmer.  See the swatch below.

My Sample Value $18.00 (Full size!)

My BeautyBlender and mystery sample pack that finally arrived yesterday.

BeautyBlender - *Pure*

Unfortunately, this isn't the 'original' beautyblender... I still don't see how they were out of stock when I received a confirmation.  But o well...

This one is the 'pure' beauty blender.  

This item has been trending for some time now and I'll finally get to put it to the test!

My Sample Value $19.95 (Full size!)

whish body butter - *almond*

This is a dupe...I received it a couple months ago.  Although I love whish body butters, the almond scent is too strong for me.  This will go in my giveaway pile.

My Sample Value $3.52

Marcelle BB Cream - Golden Glow

This will be a dupe...I'm actually receiving this BB cream in my June box.

But I feel like you can never have enough BB creams ♥

My Sample Value $3.68

So this is my 3rd account.

Now that I received my blender, I will be canceling this account before it gets charged for the July box.  I'm glad I managed to still get a beauty blender...that was all I needed.

The total value of this box (roughly) comes to $70.50.

That's including the free blender and mystery sample packs.

BIRCHBOX PLUS Add-On(s) for June 2015 - Would you upgrade? ♥

Are you looking to upgrade your June Birchbox?

I received the email yesterday and here are the 'upgrade' items next month.

Upgrade Items:

RumbaTime Orchard Gloss Watch - Rose Smoke $45 $28

RumbaTime Orchard Gloss Watch - Lights Out $45 $28

PINCH Provisions Skinny Minimergency Kit - Distressed Gold $24 $20

The watch features a 'translucent face and a flexible silicone band'.

I think they're super cute but I don't wear watches.  I haven't in years!

And I don't plan to start wearing them again.

I'm also not interested in the emergency kit either so it's another pass for me this month.

Birchbox also offers some of their value kits at a special price for upgrading.

This month they are offering a LAQA Set, Caudalie Set, Cargo Duo Set and a Whish Trio Set.

I'm also passing on these items this month.

Will you be upgrading?

BIRCHBOX Limited Edition ::Birchbox + babyGap box:: ♥

The Birchbox + babyGap limited edition box was released on the 17th(?) 

and I received my order just 2 days later.

As always, you can add a mystery sample pack to any order $35+.

I also used a code to redeem a 'gift with purchase over $35'.

They all shipped separately so I ended up with 3 boxes to open which I don't mind at all♥

I also used my reward points that I've been saving up. 

The Birchbox + babyGap box sells for $48 but after points, I only paid $18 plus tax!

This is why I love Birchbox♥

Mystery Sample Pack

My mystery sample pack this time included:

(another) SeaRx Moisturizing Lotion ($2.10 value)

theBalm Stainiac cheek & lip stain in *beauty queen* ($2.26 value)

Free Gift with Purchase

TONI&GUY Hair Meets Wardrobe Kit

TONI&GUY Sea Salt Texturising Spray

This is a full size!! And I tried it out and it's awesome.

($15.00 value)

TONI&GUY Classic Shine Gloss Serum

I love gloss serums and I'm really happy with this ♥

($15.00 value)

Bonus Items

Mighty Leaf Tea set - 3 bags (x2)

Also, both the mystery sample pack & TONI&GUY kit included a bonus tea pack!

So in total, I received 6 Mighty Leaf tea bags ♥

So awesome!  And I love their teas.

($3.98 value)

These are just extra items...I haven't even started on the actual box yet!

But here we go.

The box was smaller than I had imagined.

I assumed the onesies would take up some space and I'm still surprised they all fit in this box.

o, the box...it's so pretteh~♫

A first look.

The info card.

Wow wow wow!!

This is absolutely my number one favorite limited box by Birchbox.

If you are expecting, or just became a new mother..this box is heaven!

(Although, even if you're not expecting, this box is quite enjoyable.  This would be a great baby shower gift too!)

Soap and Paper Factory Farmacie Hand Cream - *Calendula*

I've never heard this brand before and I think it's new to BB as well.

I really like the design and style of the product.

FULL SIZE - $16.00 value

Whish Three Wishes Body Butter - *Lavender*

So I just received the *almond* version of this in my monthly box and the scent was too strong.

But this one is really good!  I was worried it would be too strong again but it's not.

I really love this one and check out the dispenser.

I prefer this over a squeeze tube.  Very well designed.

$8.00 Value

(Full size value $24.00)

Not Soap, Radio Body Wash - *To sleep full of sweet dreams (without waking up in a mad panic at 3 am)*

This is my second sampling of this brand body soap.

I love the formula but I prefer the other scent I received which was a more berry, fruity smell.

$1.76 Value

(Full size value $16.00)

amika Nourishing Hair Mask

I also sampled this one in my monthly box last month!

It did amazing things to my hair so I'm happy to have it again!

And the package designs are just so cute♥

$4.80 Value

(Full size value $40.00)

suki exfoliate foaming cleanser

I'm using this next!  I'm just about done with my borghese scrub.

Really looking forward to this one.

$8.25 Value

(Full size value $32.95)

W3LL PEOPLE Bio Extreme Lipgloss - *Berry*

Oooo~ mesmerized.

I've seen this brand at Pharmaca and was always curious to try.

They are a bit pricey though.

Very pretty color and it's all the way natural and organic.

FULL SIZE - $23.50 (wow!)

babyGap PersonaliTees Bodysuits - 3-pack size 6-12 months

And the main attraction!

Just look at these--they make me smile ^_^

It comes in a cute "babyGap" bag and each shirt has an emoji expression.

'happy' 'sleepy' 'hungry'

baby L just turned 1 and I'm afraid these might be small...but I gave it a good stretch and I think they might fit!  

These are just too darn cute ♥♥

$25.00 Value

Like I mentioned earlier, this is the best box ever.

Right up my alley.

And not to mention the value of this box.

I paid only $18 plus tax (after using points) and the total value (roughly) comes to $117.31.

And that's NOT including my bonus items and samples.

If I include the bonus items, etc., the total value jumps to $125.65.

Just amazing.  

BB knows how to put together great boxes.  I'm wow-ed!

I'm off to enjoy my new goodies!

NEW BIRCHBOX Limited Edition Box ::Birchbox + babyGap:: ♥

Squeeee♥♥!!

An amazing new limited edition box is now available on Birchbox.

It's the Birchbox + babyGap limited edition box!

I've been excited about this since the early sneak peeks.

This is one that I'm definitely getting ♥

As a mom to 2 kiddos, this box is calling my  name.

This box will include:

amika Nourishing Hair Mask

Not Soap, Radio Body Wash - 'To sleep full of sweet dreams (without waking up in a mad panic at 3am)

Soap and Paper Factory Farmacie Hand Cream - Calendula

suki exfoliate foaming cleanser

W3LL PEOPLE Bio Extreme Lipgloss - Berry

Whish Three Wishes Body Butter - Lavender

babyGap PersonaliTees Bodysuits - 3pack (plus a cute bag♥)

Box is $48.00

awww the onesies are so adorable! The size we receive will be 6-12months.

It most definitely will be too small for baby L (he's 12 months but he's a biggie...)

I will hang onto them though for if/when we have baby #3♥

Also, the beauty items are fantastic!

I'm especially stoked for the W3LL PEOPLE lipgloss.

I've been dying to try them out.  I see their products at Pharmaca all the time.

BIRCHBOX #1 ::Beauty Solutions Box:: Contents for March 2015 ♥

Wow, I received (one of) my Birchbox today--super early!

I'm guessing that the curated boxes are already put together so they are being sent out first.

Anyway, I was an extra happy girl today ♥

Awww I really like this box.

It's a baby green (looks more blue in the photo) cover.

Info card.

A first look.

This month, BB's featured box was the "Beauty Solutions Box".

BB put together a box "filled with supereffective products" to help out with our "most persistent beauty difficulties".  I'm dying to find out how these will help out a gal like me!

Whish Three Whishes Body Butter - scent *almond*

Wow, so I tried this right away.  I like the formula--not thick or greasy at all.

But the scent is a bit overpowering.  

It smells like sweet almonds which is nice but it's a bit sharp and strong.

Rather than using it as a full body lotion I'll use it strictly for my hands.

My Sample Value $3.52

(Full size value $24.00)

Dear Clark Volumizing Tonic

So this is the only product I know that I won't be using.

It's a spray for volumizing hair--the last thing I would ever do to my already full, thick hair.

The scent was a bit odd.  Not really sure what to think of this one.

I'll be passing it onto someone.

My Sample Value $4.33

(Full size value $26.00)

Supergoop! Advanced SPF37 Anti-Aging Eye Cream

I like Supergoop!. I have their CC cream and loved it.

And I could really use an eye cream.

But...why are their sample sizes so teeny tiny?

I wish they could give us a bit more to try out with.

Perhaps a little goes a long way.  This might actually last me longer than I think.

My Sample Value $6.00

(Full size value $45.00)

derma e Evenly Radiant Brightening Day Creme SPF15

I'm not exactly sure what a 'brightening' creme does but maybe it'll really brighten up my face!

From reading it, it sounds like a really fancy sunscreen.

This will come in use in the next few months as we start getting more sun.

The cream is very 'lightweight' but the tub was packed.

My Sample Value $6.99

(Full size value $27.95)

Laura Geller Beauty Baked Blush-n-Brighten - shade *Pink Grapefruit*

I'm really becoming a fan of Laura Geller!

I have her liquid eyeshadow (love!) and this blush is super nice!

I wore this today and I really really like it ♥

The shade is amazing and the palette is so beautiful.

So far, it's my number one blush.  The case even has a half mirror in it.

Can you see my camera?

I'm going to go explore some more Laura Gellar products.

My Sample Value $5.81

(Full size value $31.00)

Another well put together curated box.

You go, BB!

The total value of this month's Featured Box (roughly) comes to $26.65.

Since subscribing last November, I've learned so many new products and this is such a fun experience for me.  Every month I find something amazing. It never fails.

I totally recommend BB for anyone looking to explore the beauty world ♥