Thierry Mugler- March 2014

I stumbled upon a new subscription service a few weeks ago and thought I would give it a try. It is called Thierry Mugler and you get a box of perfume samples and deluxe samples each quarter. The cost is $50 a year and you also get a personal shopping concierge to help you with fragrance purchases from their website. All of the fragrances are designed and made by Thierry Mugler.

So I am going to work these posts a little bit different. I am going to share the info about each fragrance and not try to price them out. Each box is $12.50 and that is a great price for new fragrances.

A*MEN- A*MEN, Thierry Mugler's first masculine fragrance for the adventurous, confident and distinctive man! The fiery woody fragrance will make up the superhero in you!

ANGEL Perfuming Hair Mist- The first hair fragrance, ANGEL Perfuming Hair Mist is a fresh, featherlight mist that coats hair with fragrant sensual ANGEL notes.

ANGEL Eau de Parfum- Crystallizing her dreams, ANGEL is a fragrance for the woman who is half-angelic, and half-devilish. Captured in a faceted gem sculpted like a diamond star, ANGEL is the ultimate secret of absolute seduction.

ALIEN Essence Absolue Eau de Parfum- A divine nectar in an everlasting drop of gold...ALIEN Essence Absolue is a modern and decadent interpretation of ALIEN to indulge the solar goddess in every woman...

ANGEL Eau de Toilette (deluxe size)- The exquisite ANGEL Eau de Toilette reveals a new dream. The uniqueness of ANGEL was reinterpreted with respect to its original and unique oriental-gourmand heart, bringing to life an addictive scent with the same carnal sensuality, yet more subtly provocative, rounded and finely nuanced.

There is also a bonus coin purse!

Beauty Box 5 - March 2014

I am pretty sure I am a little addicted because I added Beauty Box 5 back to my list of monthly subscriptions. I just love getting those boxes in the mail each month and Beauty Box 5 is a great box!

Here is the description from their website: Every month we'll send you a mix of makeup, beauty accessories, hair, skincare, fragrance, body, and nail products and we can't get enough of. Our secret? We share products that really work, so you'll receive luxury, drugstore, niche, eco-conscious, and even vegan brands.
Whether you're a cosmetic newbie or a beauty guru, identify yourself as adventurous and playful or classy and mature, like to splurge on high-end items or be a savvy spender, we have everything you're looking for.

The theme for this month is Spring Cleaning. The enclosure card says: This month we're making moves and making room by throwing out the make up we never use, putting a stop to bad habits, and focusing on our top beauty goal: clean, gorgeous skin.

Jane's Pick- This sliver of all natural soap is "purity" which is made of lavender and peppermint. Retail Value- $1

Tree Hut- I am a sucker for a good body butter. I think they work so much better than a typical lotion. The coconut lime scent makes me feel like I am on a beach in Hawaii. Retail Value- $2

H2O+- This hand and nail cream richly moisturizes and protects hands from all mother nature has to throw at them. Retail Value- $2

Swissco- This facial pad cleans with two different sides. A soft terry side for cleaning and a natural loofah for exfoliating. Retail Value- $2

Bellapierre-  This make up base can be used as a concealer, illuminator and an eyeshadow primer. Retail Value- $18.99

This was a great month to start Beauty Box 5 back up! The value of this box is $25.99. That is a great deal for the $12 price tag. Plus you get free shipping!

Do you get Beauty Box 5? If so, what do you love/not love about it?

Ipsy's My Glam Bag- March 2014

The bag in the Ipsy's My Glam Bag is fun and bright this month. It is part of a new series from Ipsy called Artist Series. It is full of inspiration from ipsters and includes all kinds of shapes, colors, patterns and a lot more.

This bag is so cute and fun! The theme for this month is "Destination Beauty" and it is full of items that are perfect for your next travel adventure or weekend getaway.

Pixi- I have a blush from Pixi and I love it. I am also a huge fan of make up primers. This one is hydrating and gives your skin a healthy glow. Bonus Offer- 25% off any purchase from Pixi. Retail Value- $4

Chella- This eyeliner pen is more like a marker and I love that! I have one similar in a fat tip but this one is very thin like a gel eyeliner. Bonus Offer- 25% off any purchase from Chello. Retail Offer- $24

NYX- This is a very pretty eye shadow trio in a neutral palette. Just my style! Bonus Offer- 25% off NYX Butter Lip Balm. Retail Value- $6

Bare Minerals- This cute travel size lip stick is perfect for putting in your pocket when you don't want to carry a purse or to put in your clutch. Bonus Offer- Receive a free Lash Domination 10-in-1 Volumizing Mascara sample and free shipping on any purchase. Retail Value- $9

I am going away in a few weeks for my husbands birthday. We are off to Raleigh for the weekend to see the Devils play hockey and I am packing all of these things in my weekend bag!

The value of this bag is $43 and that is a great deal for the $10 price tag!

Do you get Ipsy? If so, what do you love/not love about it?

BoxyCharm - March 2014

It is very apparent here in Charleston, SC that Spring is in the air. My blue car is green from the Spring addition of yellow pollen. But that also means that it is time to bust out the spring clothes and change those toes to a fun pink color!

It is Spring time at BoxyCharm as well so they sent a box of Spring must haves to get you out of the snow and onto the beach. I am a big fan of the collection of items they sent out this month! And as a bonus everything is full size!

Model Co- I love that this Party Proof lipstick has a mirror on the side of the cap (not pictured) but this is not really my color. Retail Value- $17

bellapierre- I love using a make up primer for my face so I am ready to try this make up primer for your eyes. It will also give your shimmery powders to a matte finish which is perfect cause I am not really a shimmer kind of girl. Retail Value- $18.99

bellapierre- This color of shimmer powder for your eyes is a great color for Spring. Add on top of the make up base and it will take on a matte look. Retail Value- $14.99

STRANGEBEAUTIFUL- Mix and match for use one or the other of these pretty gray and pink mail polishes. Retail Value- $18

pur-lisse- I love a good face moisturizer that will hydrate without leaving my skin oily. Retail Value- $55

This collection makes me want to wear flip flops every day! The value of this collection is $123.98! That is one of the best values I have ever seen! That is great for the $21 price tag. This is a must have collection!

Do you get BoxyCharm? If so, what do you love/not love about it?

Total Beauty Collection- Red Carpet Ready

I hope everyone is enjoying the face lift that my blog received over the weekend. I have been receiving all these beauty products for a few years and since I have been using them to make myself more beautiful I thought my blog needed to be more beautiful too. I hope now it is "Red Carpet Ready" like the newest collection from Total Beauty. This collection was launched in honor of the Oscar's Award Show and I love the products that they chose. 

 

Sheswai- This color of nail polish is a little dark for my taste but I am sure I have a friend that will love it. The nail polish is dbp free, formaldehyde free, toluene free and the cap is made from wood to reduce the use of plastic. There is a bonus offer of 30% off purchase from Sheswai Beauty. Retail Value- $16

Manna Kadar- This lotion has a beautiful shimmer that will leave your body with a glow. There is a bonus offer of 20% off purchase from Manna Kadar Cosmetics. Retail Value- $8

Pur-lisse- I am very excited to try this Pur-delicate gentle soy milk cleanser and makeup remover. Retail Value- $12.65

Racinne- There are 3 samples of this Ultimate Aqua Blanc Brightening Masque. It is full of all kinds of goodies for your skin. There is a bonus offer of 30% off any purchase from Racinne. Retail Offer- $5

Cailyn- This tinted lip balm has a 3D smart film former, longer lasting, moisturizer and a build in brush. There is a bonus offer of 30% off your purchase from Cailyn. Retail Value- $19

There is a bonus product of a MailPix.com 4" x 6' 20-page photo brag book. Retail Value- $12

This collection has an amazing value of $72.65! That is a great deal for the $25 price tag plus you got free shipping.

Do you get Total Beauty Collection? If so, what do you love/not love about it?

Starlooks- February 2014

Good morning to all my blog readers!

There are a lot of monthly subscription boxes that I feel give the impression of being about make up but then when the box actually arrives it is full of hair care, skin care and a tiny bit of make up. But that is why I love Starlooks! They are a cosmetic company that has a subscription box of just their make up products. FYI...I tried to get Burts Bees to do a monthly box and they turned me down. That is just a side note that has nothing to do with the current subscription box but I thought I would share.

Cream Eyeshadow- This is a pretty lavender color called "Phaser" but I can't seem to find it on the website. Maybe it is a Starlooks box exclusive! Retail Value- $14 (guess based on other products)

Pigment- This pigment can be used as eye shadow or mixed with lip gloss for an added dimension. The possibilities are endless! Retail Value- $17

Lipstick- I think Starlooks lipsticks last a long time and their colors are so pretty. Retail Value- $12

Band- This is a soft headband to keep your hair out of your face as you wash it or just to wear out. This is a bonus item!

Starlooks makes such a great product and I love getting my Starlooks Box each month. The value of this month's box is $43. That is a great deal for the $18 (box plus shipping) price tag!

Do you get Starlooks? If so, what do you love/not love about it?

Taste Guru- February 2014

I found a deal online for Taste Guru and decided to give it a chance. Taste Guru is a monthly subscription box that delivers gluten free food items to your door each month. I do not normally eat gluten free but it never hurts to eat healthier.

 

 

As a whole I thought it was a good mix of items. I have to be honest that I have not tried any of the items yet but I am going to over the next week or so. I am very interested in trying the gluten free pasta.

 

Dr. McDougall's- These are two soups (Pad Thai and Tortilla with baked chips) that a vegan, gluten free, BPA free and low fat. Retail Value- $3.00

Rocky Mountain Popcorn Company- Poplets! So basically Poplets are baked corn nuts. I am a big fan of corn nuts so I am hoping these are just as good. They are gluten free, nut free, Non-GMO and natural. Retail Value- $1

Straw Propeller Gourmet Foods- This hot oatmeal apple crisp is loaded with apples, walnuts and white chocolate chips. Retail Value- $2.50

Snapz- I love fruit and I love dried fruit so I am excited about these dried apple crisps. They are nut free, gluten free, 100% natural and fat free. Retail Value- $1.50

Snikiddy- These look like tortilla chips but made out of vegetables. They have a full serving of veggies in one ounce. Plus they are gluten free, vegan, 100% natural, kosher and Non-GMO. Retail Value- $1

Viviana- I love that the pasta came with a Pesto Linguini recipe. I am not a big fan of pesto but my husband is so I will make it for him. This pasta is dairy free, nut free, gluten free and vegan. Retail Value- $6.99

The cost of this box for a 3 month subscription is $34 a month. The cost goes down if you buy a longer subscription. The value of this box is $16. That is not a good value at all dollar for dollar but it is still a great way to try new foods in the gluten free marketplace.

Do you get Taste Guru? If so, what do you love/not love about it? 



Birchbox- Finds Box

Don't get me wrong...I like Birchbox. But I feel like they are going to such high end samples that I am never going to buy. I like to get samples of products that I am actually going to spend money on if I like it. I am not going to go spend $100 on a small container of moisturizer so I was very happy to see Birchbox come out with this box. The Birchbox Finds box is full of "drug store" favorites.

I thought all these products were ones that I could use on a daily basis. I like getting the different brands to try but I like the trustee old favorites too!

 

Biore- This is a 4 pack of single use self heating one minute face masks with natural charcoal. Retail Value- $7.99

Sally Hansen- I think this color is too light for me but I am sure I have a friend that will like it. It is a base coat, top coat and color gel polish in one that will last for 10 days. Retail Value- $7.99

Covergirl- I am always a sucker for a good mascara! The wand is double sided to give you intensity and volume that is designed for big sexy bombshell eyes. Retail Value- $11.99

Nivea- This lip care has a moisture strip in the center and color on the outside to give you a beautiful moisturized look. Retail Value- $4.99

John Frieda-  I am hoping this frizz ease product that is full of argan oil will not leave my hair greasy like the bottle says. It is designed to leave your hair soft, smooth and shiny. Retail Value- $9.99

Covergirl- I am not usually a fan of eye shadow I have to put on with my fingers but I am going to give this one a shot because it says it lasts for 12 hours. Retail Value- $6

Rimmel London- This lip gloss lasts for 6 hours and gives you a 3-D effect. I love the color is called "Popcorn for 2". Retail Value- $4.99

Some of these colors are not quite for me but overall I thought this box was a great collection. IT had a great mix of hair care, skin care and make up. I think that is something that Birchbox has been missing for a long time.

 

The value of this box is just over $50. That is a great deal for the $18 price tag. There are still plenty left so go to Birchbox and get yours today!