Watanut- August 2013

Let me introduce you to a new subscription box...Watanut! This great box from Augusta, GA (my close neighbor) is full of nuts and nut mixes. Thank you to Kam and Brian for sending me this box to review.

This great subscription was debuted at the Cooper River Bridge Run Expo in Charleston, SC in April 2013. The sticker above is placed on the bottom of the box and I thought it was very cute.

These are the 4 mixes that came in my August box. Check out their website here. Here is a closer look at the box.

Honey Badger BBQ- This one was super yummy. It is Bbq Peanuts, honey sesame sticks and roasted sunflower seeds. 6 oz

A Walk in the Woods- I have not tried this one yet but it is rolled oats, honey, brazil nuts, cashews, coconut, cinnamon. 6 oz

A Happy Nut- I love pistachios! It is roasted salted pistachios. 6 oz

Thru-Hike- This one is perfect for a hike. It is cranberries, roasted almonds, roasted & salted cashews. 6 oz

I thought the mix of items was a nice balance and very tasty!

I highly recommend this subscription box to everyone! Just $25 a month!

Bike Loot- August 2013

Are you a cyclist? I have found the monthly subscription box for you! Bike Loot brings you 5-6 of the top cycling products each month for as low as $9 a month!. You will get top cycling industry product samples, like gels, bars, hydration, and maintenance.

I am so glad to announce that Bike Loot is my new sponsor the next 3 months and hopefully longer! Thank you Bike Loot for loving my blog and wanting to be a part of it.

I encourage all of you to (if you are a cyclist or not) to go to their website and sign up for their box. These products are good for cyclist and anyone else that likes to exercise or play sports.

Powerice- Electrolyte popsicle! This is a frozen popsicle that is full of electrolytes but is gluten-free, caffeine-free, high fructose corn syrup free and only 30 calories per popsicle. Bonus Offer- 10% off order at powerice.com and free shipping on orders over $40. Retail Value- $1.50

Click- Glutten-free espresso protein powder. It has 15 grams of protein and only 120 calories per serving. Bonus offer- $5 off order at drinkclick.com. Retail Value- $2.95

Acli-Mate- This drink mix is full of vitamins and extracts that will help you tackle any mountain climb! Bonus Offer- 20% off entire order at acli-mate.com. Retail Value- $1.00

Picky Bars- This yummy bar is gluten and dairy free and vegan. Use to satisfy your cravings 30 minutes post ride. Bonus Offer- 30% off order at pickybars.com. Retail Value- $2.29

Shower Pill- Way better than a normal wipe this one kills 99.99% of germs in 30 seconds. Retail Value- $0.80

The total value of this box is $8.54 and add in the free shipping and you are well over your $9 price tag. Plus you get to try all these really cool products before you buy them. It makes me want to go out and buy a bike. Or at least rent one!

Birchbox- Back To School Limited Edition Box

Birchbox sent me an email about a new limited edition box for women that they curator for Back to School. I have to say it is so cute! Especially the box itself.

What I love most is the info card that came with the box telling you all about the products. It is themed as "head of the class" and all the products are classified in classes and periods. Look at all these goodies!

Here is the into from Birchbox: "We fondly recall the thrill of back-to-school shopping and the allure of a fresh stack of notebooks and pens. That's why we were so excited to create this special kit for our Birchboxers-in-Training. (And let's be honest, the young-at-heart among us.) These A+ essentials will take you from the classroom to soccer practice, and more. Go on, ace the year in style."

Homeroom- Willa Start Fresh Foaming Face Wash: Uses Green Tea to wash away dirt and oil. Retail Value- $3.66

First Period (English)- Poppin Pink Small Soft Cover Notebook: This is a great little notebook for all a school girls doodles. (oh and note taking). Retail Value- $6

Fourth Period (Drama)- Stila Lip Glaze: I love the color of this lip gloss. Retail Value- $13.75

Sixth Period (Gym Class)- Jane Tran Chrysanthemum Print Bobby Pin Set: These 7 bobby pins are wide and so cute in a variety of colors. Retail Value- $12

Second Period (Geometry)- Birchbox Custom Pouch: Use the chevron pouch to hold pencils, pens or a variety of much needed lip glosses! Retail Value- $12

Third Period (Art)- Color Club Nail Polishes and Sequin Nail Art Kit: These are two great shades and 5 different colors of sequins. Retail Value- $21

Fifth Period (Social Studies)- Sisco & Berluti Friendship Bracelets: One bracelet for you and the identical one for your BFF. Retail Value- $30


 The value of this limited edition box is just under $100! That is a great deal for the $28 price tag.

What did you think of this limited edition box?

Stunner of the Month- August 2013

In the quest for new subscription boxes to review for you I found a new concept that I had not seen before. Stunner of the Month is a sunglasses subscription Box. Visit their website here.

Stunner of the Month delivers 1 pair of fun sunglasses to your door each month for $9 (free shipping)! They are always different and unique. What a great way to expand your accessories and for a great price!

The nice people over at Stunner of the Month sent me this box to review for free. I have to say that I would never have picked out sunglasses like these in the store but I think they are fun! Also in the box was a button and a sticker. They come in this nice cloth bag and I think I will wear the new glasses to the Grape Stompin' Festival at the Firefly Vodka Distillery this weekend. They will definitely add some color to my wardrobe.

Stunner of the Month also sells these fun packages called "Stun Packs". It will include 12 glasses, 12 koozies, 12 stunner cords (to hold your glasses on), 12 bottle openers and 12 slap bracelets. What a fun addition to any party since it comes in different themes (valentines day, bar crawls and wedding parties are a few examples). What a fun package for $140.

Thanks Stunner of the Month!

Birchbox- August 2013

As you can guess I love my monthly subscription boxes. But a special thank you is owed to Birchbox for being the first and starting the trend! I love getting that box with Birchbox on top each month.

 

So what were the goodies that came in August?

 

The theme is "Finishing School" and I was very excited about the items this month. The variety was one of the best I have seen in months.

Whish- This is a deodorant wipe that will eliminate odor and slow hair growth. Slow hair growth? Genius! This is a bonus item in your box. Retail Value- $0.75

Whish- Travel size of exfoliating body wash which makes you smell like you just came off the beach. Retail Value- $2.75

Number 4- It is very hard to find a good leave-in conditioner and I hope this is not going to be a disappointment. I feel that most of them leave your hair rough and full of product. This is a detangler and conditioner that will give your color protection and UV protection. Retail Value- $3

ModelCo- Long-lasting lipstick? I hope this lives up to the reviews I have read because I love this color. Retail Value- $8

Becca- I have to say that I am a little nervous about trying this foundation because I have very oily skin and usually foundation not made for oily skin just falls off my face but I am going to give it a try! Retail Value- The full size is $42


I have to say to Birchbox...Great job this month! I loved the products and the variety was awesome.

The value of this box is about $15 and the cost is $10. I definitely got my moneys worth!

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


https://www.birchbox.com/

Birchbox- Limited Edition (Pink CEW Box)

When Birchbox send out the offer for special limited edition boxes they send 2 different boxes. The two boxes filled with CEW (Cosmetic Executive Women) 2013 Beauty Award Winners are amazing. You can see my post about the orange box on my blog. Here is the pink box.

 

Half of these products I have never tried so I was very excited to see them in the limited edition box.

Julep- I am a huge fan of Julep and I used to get their monthly box. I am excited to get a couple of their products. There is a pretty lavender nail polish and essential cuticle oil. Retail Value (for both)- $32

Elizabeth Arden- This anti-aging serum has a spf 50. I don't need the anti-aging just yet but I love that it has a spf. Retail Value- $8

Living Proof- This Prime Style Extender is said to keep hairstyles in place twice as long. Retail Value- $6

IT Cosmetics- This is a brow pencil with advanced brow enhancing technology. Retail Value- $12

La Fresh- Eco-beauty oil free face cleanser wipes! I love these! Retail Value- $1

This was another awesome limited edition box from Birchbox! The value is $59! That is great since the box costs $18.

Birchbox- Limited Edition (Orange CEW Box)

So in August Birchbox offered two limited edition boxes. All the items in this box are 2013 CEW (Cosmetic Executive Women) Beauty Award Winners. So what came in this box?

What great packaging!

I love some of these products already so I was excited to see them in this box.

Olay- This is a treatment that helps fade dark spots and discoloration but without drying your skin. Retail Value- $5

Simple- This is a revitalizing eye roll on stick that helps to wake up tired eyes. Retail Value- $10

Revlon- This is Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain. I have never used a balm stain before so I am excited to try it. Retail Value- $7

Burt's Bees- I am a huge fan of Burt's Bees so I was very excited to see this hand cream in the box. Retail Value- $8

Nivea- This is a long lasting lip balm that seals in moisture. Retail Value- $3

L'Oreal- Shimmery Blue Eyeshadow! Retail Value- $8


I can hardly believe this box only cost me $12! The value is $41.

Ipsy's My Glam Bag- August 2013

What is one of the best ways to spend $10? Get Ipsy's My Glam Bag!

The theme for this months box is "Glamour Academy". I really think this is something that I need to go to...

Pixi- Lash booster mascara. I love getting new mascaras! Bonus Offer- 20% off order from Pixi. Retail Value- $17

Michael Todd- Jojoba Charcoal Facial Scrub. I love Jojoba oil so I am very excited to try this product. Bonus Offer- 30% off order from Michael Todd. Retail Value- $5

noya- This is an all natural lip balm in cherry flavor. Bonus Offer- 20% off from noya cosmetics. Retail Value- $4

Nailtini- This is such a great color nail polish from Nailtini. Bonus offer- 30% off any purchase from Nailtini plus $5 shipping. Retail Value- $13

Mica- I am not a huge fan of shimmer powders so I will probably give this to a friend but it really is a pretty color for fall. Bonus offer- 25% off any purchase from mica beauty cosmetics. Retail Value- $15

This is a great value month for Ipsy! The total value is $53! What a great deal plus you get all the bonus offers!

Do you get Ipsy's My Glam Bag? If so, what do you love/not love about it?

Our Local Box- August 2013

It is time again for that yummy box full of goodies from Kentucky! I was so excited to see the big pile of items that they sent this month. Typically you get about 4 items per box but this month you got 6!

It is probably my favorite box yet. The guys that own and run Our Local Box are always putting together a good mix of items!

Little Eatz (Louisville, KY)- These little cookies are made for both humans and dogs. They owners were always giving their dog human food so they came up with these cookies that are safe and tasty for both! Retail Value- $5

Robbie Red Tea (Louisville, KY)- This bottled watermelon mint organic tea is a gold medal winner at the North American Tea Championships. Retail Value- $2

Half-Peach Vegan Bakery (Louisville, KY)- This is an energy bar made from fruits, seeds and oats. Retail Value- $4

Louisville Vegan Jerky Co (Louisville, KY)- I am a big fan of jerky so this one will be yummy! It is sriracha maple flavor and made from soy. Retail Value- $6.50

Najla's (Louisville, KY)- This is a blend of macadamia, walnut, pecans and almonds. It is not made with egg whites, butter, oils or dairy. Retail Value- $8

Scremin' Mimi's (Lexington, KY)- This is a not too hot flavor that is said to round out the flavor of any food. Bring out the tortilla chips! Retail Value- $4.25

The value of this months box is $29.50. Add the shipping costs (costs you nothing) and you are over the $30 price tag. But honestly it is way worth the money to get all these awesome goodies from Kentucky!