April Birchbox - Natural Wonders

Sometimes I wonder about the Birchbox curators... I am so excited to receive my Birchbox every month - and I have such high hopes after seeing what others post on Pinterest and such. More often than not, I am disappointed in my selection of samples versus what I see other people receive. I've tried to revise my profile a little, but maybe they just don't get me.

April's Birchbox was filled with "natural wonder" samples.

• Marula The Leakey Collection | Omega Rich Pure Marula Oil - Sourced from the rare East African marula fruit, this sustainably harvested oil has sky-high levels of antioxidant to fight premature signs of aging. My issue with this product is that I am not worried about anti-aging samples, and I prefer not to use oils on my face. I haven't decided if I'll try this or not yet. Maybe I'll see if my mom wants to test it out.
• tarte | LipSurgence lip tint in Amazed - This over-sized lip crayon boosts moisture levels while adding a wash of sheer pigment. This lip crayon actually arrived a little melted in the tube so I decided to clean it off and apply some of the "wipe off" on my lips. I actually really liked it! It's a great perfectly tinted pinkish/red color that is actually flattering to my skin tone.
• Wonderstruck Taylor Swift (Perfume) - While I love Taylor Swift as an artist, I think she should stay out of the perfumery business. Let's just say, this perfume smells like a 12 year old teenybopper who is stuck inside of a candy store. It's too fruity and floral for my taste. I'm 26 - I have no desire to smell like that so I threw it out immediately.
• Yu-Be | Moisturizing Skin Cream - The bestselling Japanese cream has a highly concentrated formula that heals cracked hands, chapped lips and all other forms of dryness. I'm open to trying this - but I am sort of partial to a certain Kiehl's product that works similarly. 
• Beauty Extra: MicrodermaMitt | Body Mitt - This all-natural silk mitt gently exfoliates away dead skin cells and pore-clogging debris. Hm, okay... I'm not super-excited about this body mitt, but I'll try it out.

I am still waiting for the day when I get the most amazing Birchbox ever. Because it's only $10 a month, I'll give it another couple of chances. I haven't found anything that I love so much that I want to get the full-size product yet. I wish they would ask you what brands you use/like/would be interested in trying so that I can start getting some products that fall into my area of interest. All in all - this is fun to try out, but I can't say this is the most amazing box yet. Until next time...

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March Birchbox - "Spring Training"

The theme of this month's Birchbox is "Spring Training".

While I always think that everyone else gets a fabulous Birchbox, I was pleasant surprised to find that my sample selections were more on track this month with my style and interests that they were last month.

• Color Club | Nail Lacquer in "Age of Aquaris" - I am not quite so bold with my nail color choices so this may be a given away to a friend who can pull this off better than I can.
• Harvy Prince | "Yogini" - This is supposed to be a calming scent that will make you feel as good as you smell. I'll happily test this out on any work day.
• Juice Beauty | Blemish Clearing Cleanser - An eco-friendly, botanical-ingredient pore purifier? I'll take it.
• Lula Organics | Lavender + Clary Sage Hair Powder - I'm thrilled about this organic lavender-scented dry shampoo!
• stila | Smoky Eye Card - I actually received this exact same card in a Sephora sampler set and LOVED it. I used it all the time for day and night smoky eye looks so I'll happily use it again.
• Lifestyle Extra: Tea Forte | skin-smart Teas - Ah, I have a new love for teas! I cannot wait to try these out, plus they are good for your skin. Double-yes!

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February Birchbox

For a beauty samples and product lover, Birchbox is one of the best creations a girl could find! With a Birchbox subscription, four to five hand-picked deluxe samples are delivered to your door for $10 per month.

Brains meet Beauty: Co-founders Hayley Barna and Katia Beauchamp met at Harvard Business School and founded Birchbox with the goal of sharing the beauty's best products and insider tips minus the hassle! Through a personal beauty profile about your regimen, needs and product preferences, Birchbox curates a box of four to five luxe beauty samples that fit your routine needs and delivers them to your door each month.

As a beauty product-aholic, I love samples! Trial size versions of products are the ultimate way to test new brands or change up your daily or go-to product (and great for traveling!). I received my first Birchbox in January, which consisted of concealer, eye serum, a perfume, a mini nail polish and granola snack mix samples!

The arrival of my Birchbox in January was such a lovely treat that I decided to continue my monthly membership. I was so excited to receive my February Birchbox that I had to share the contents!

 

February's Birchbox came with:

• A card for a free download of one of my favorite music groups from Ft. Worth, Texas, Green River Ordinance: If you haven't heard "Dancing Shoes", download it! Plus, they have a new album coming out in 2 weeks.
• Violent Lips - Lip Tattoos: I could have completely done without these as I will never use them. (I would have rather received a beautyblender®, which I saw in other Birchboxes on Pinterest.)
• Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant®: I'm thrilled to try this! This is a "just add water" exfoliant so it will be great to try in the shower. Lately, my skin has been combination - but mostly dry due to the lack of humidity in the cooler temperatures.
• BENTA BERRY G-1 Moisturizing Face Cream: My dry winter skin always loves a good moisturizer - and its Parisian!
• Supersmile Powdered Mouthrinse: Another "just add water" product! This powdered mouth rinse whitens and freshens.
• Jouer Luminizing Moisture Tint: An oil-free, tinted moisturizer with SPF 20 - also rated "Best in Beauty" by Allure. 

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