March's Birchbox

When I knew Birchbox were teaming up with Lulu Guinness for this months box I knew I had a reason to be over excited. Cute packaging inspired by Lulu's latest SS collection, a life lesson book included with tips and quotes. Don't forget a Benefit favourite of hers is amongst the goods too.

• Benefit Stay Don't Stray (£20.50)
• Dr. Brandt Pores No More Pore Refiner (£39)
• Korres Citrus Body Milk (£9.50)
• Molton Brown Rhubarb & Rose Replenishing Hand Cream (£10)
• English Laundry No. 7 For Her (£47)
• Candy Rock (inspired by Lulu Guinness)

Out of all the sample sized products I received this month I am most excited for the Dr. Brandt number! Even though I think Birchbox are still miles ahead in the beauty box game I wish they would mix it up a little more with the brands. It seems to be the same ones as I've had before this month. Still excited nonetheless! 

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February Favourites

When you put yourself on a spending ban you tend to raid your mountain of samples and are forced to rediscover old favourites. There are a couple of new things that I just couldn't turn down because I was out of them so it was totally allowed and I was sucked into the blogger hype. So here's what I loved in February.

• Revlon Nearly Naked Foundation in Ivory (£8.99) - I posted a more in depth review of this foundation HERE. This product has got me out of my foundation rut though!
• Seventeen Phwoarr Paint in Fair (£5.49) - This is a product I forgot about recently and then it ended back into my make-up routine and I wondered why it ever stopped. It's perfect for hiding those under eye bags but covers blemishes really well too.
• Birchbox Eyelash Curlers (£10) - I never understood eyelash curlers and that's probably because I was useless at using them but with a bit of practise and a quality pair of them I can see why they are so useful.

• Aussie Miracle Hair Insurance Lightweight Conditioning Spray (£4.49) - This is essentially a leave in conditioner but it de-tangles hair really well as well as protecting from heat. An affordable price for a multi-use product. 
• Korres Citrus Showergel 50ml (£2.50) - This was part on my Birchbox subscription and had been left lying around in my samples collection. I love to use this before bed as the smell might be citrus but leaves me feeling relaxed and sleepy. 
• La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo [+] (£15.50) - Everyone is talking about this product. I received a sample of the original Effaclar Duo just before this newer version got released so of course I picked it up on the introductory offer. Blemishes aren't around for long with this.

So that's everything from me! What have you loved this month?

February's Birchbox

Each month when this drops by my door I am so glad I decided to subscribe to Birchbox, I haven't been let down yet at all. I think this month has possibly topped them all so far. Sometimes the idea of beauty boxes is to discover products but this one features a few of my all time favourites which I'm not going to complain about am I? Also, I love how Birchbox include brands with exclusive launches!

How naughty are Birchbox too teasing me like this?

I loved the cards this month with all these quotes on. The theme of the box is 'Love Style' with LFW just around the corner! 

Now onto the goodies! Super happy to see my all time favourite eyeliner from Eyeko featured as well as nail expert Leighton Denny - my favourite formula in a polish!

• Eyeko Skinny Liquid Eyeliner (£12)
• Leighton Dennt Nail Colour in Maneater (£11)
• Gilchrist & Soames The London Collection Shower Gel (£13.75)
• Green & Black's Dark 70% Chocolate (£2.29)
• Urban Veda Radiance Exfoliating Facial Polish (£8.99)
• Beauty Protector Protect & Oil (£16)

What do you think of Birchbox's fab monthly beauty boxes?

You can subscribe HERE for £12.95 (inc P+P) per month.

January's Birchbox

Another month and it's another beauty box instalment from my favourites Birchbox. I missed out posting December's box but no doubt some of the products included will pop up on here soon! I've got to say with every Birchbox that gets delivered I'm more and more impressed each time. The theme for this box was 'Tiny Tweaks' - all about making small changes in the new year. Plenty of new products to try. 

I thought this little quote was really lovely and a little reminder for everyone. Saying that I enjoy having a little read of the almost mini magazine Birchbox supply with their beauty box offering.

I told you it was a good one this month! When I popped on to the website a noticed there was going to be a Benefit sample I may have let out a little squeal. 

• Tommy Guns Fig, Plum & Marshmallow Conditioner (£5.50) - I think 250ml is a pretty good sample size and did leave me wondering why this month's box was a little on the heavy side.
• Benefit The POREfessional (£24.50) - Oh I am so excited for this one. I've been wanting to try this out for ages but with high end products I hate to splash the cash without a sample to trial first.
• Noble Isle Willow Song Bath & Shower Gel (£20) - This product supposedly resembles the smell of British Countryside, so an early morning shower might be the time to try this.
• Vasanti Detox Nutrient-Rich Purifying Facial Cleanser (£18) - I've been wanting to shake up my skincare routine so a new cleanser is always welcomed with open arms.
• Premae Anatomy Nutrients Instant Renewal Body Oil (£9.50) - It claims to rehydrate and nourish the body so I shall put this to use after a gym session or a long hard day at work.
• Itsu Miso Soup (£2.25) - I love how Birchbox include lifestyle samples in their boxes, especially as you know they are always good for you - bonus. 

You can subscribe to Birchbox HERE for £10 (£2.95 P+P) a month. Choose your beauty profile so the right products get sent to you as well.

November's Birchbox

I was very impressed with last month's Birchbox so I had to continue it! November's offering was just as brilliant - it's included two products that have become part of my daily products I've been using. However, I do wish Birchbox would change their boxes/packaging as it would be nice to have them themed every month (maybe I'm just asking for too much). But they do make brilliant storage for my make up collection!

| English Laundry Signature For Her Eau de Parfum - From £16 |

I really like the smell of this. It's a real fresh fragrance with jasmine petals and musk. It's been described as a tap into an English country garden. I can't wait to use this sample size on my trip to Birmingham next weekend, perfect travel size!

| Weleda Replenishing Oat Shampoo - £8.95 |

I always hear great things about Weleda products so I was excited to see this in my beauty box. I haven't tried this out yet but I've got to say the smell is a little off putting. No doubt I'll still use it then to see what the Weleda hype is all about.

| Pukka Herbs Selection Of Teas - £2.29 |

Now I might shock a few of you hear but I aren't a massive fan of tea at all. I don't even think I drink it once a month so a flavoured offering wasn't really my cup of tea (I'm sorry, that was an awful pun.) The smell of them from the enclosed packet was enough for me. I made good use of them though and passed them onto someone else that would enjoy them more than myself.

| Birchbox Pencil Sharpener - £3 |

What I love about this pencil sharpener is that when you do get the pencils out for a sharpen the shavings of the products won't drop here there and everywhere as it's a sealed up type sharpener box, so it can be emptied when a bin is near by. It's got two different size wholes too.

| Chella Highlighter Pencil (Ivory Lace) - £15.95 |

Without a doubt my favourite product from this month's box. This highlighter pencil from Chella has been a lifesaver on these early dark mornings to brighten up tired eyes and cover them vile under eye circles. I really couldn't be happier with this wonderful little pencil.

| Molton Brown Ylang-Ylang Body Wash - £18 |

Another one I haven't tried out yet but it smells lovely on first impressions, it's not a strong fragrance at all but perfumed products don't sit well with my skin sometimes. I'm quite liking the packaging of this little bottle too, feels very luxurious indeed. 

| Laura Mercier Long Lash Mascara - £18.50 |

Now Birchbox are spoiling me with these Laura Mercier products aren't they?! I've been using this a fair amount since it dropped through the letterbox and been enjoying it a lot. It certainly looks brilliant with winged eye liner as well!

So another Birchbox and another impressed customer in the shape of me.

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October's Birchbox

I'm always on the hunt for new products to try out whether it be beauty, health or hair related. After looking around at different monthly beauty boxes available I settled on Birchbox. It launched back in 2010 in New York and soon spread across to the UK, France and Spain. As a girl on a budget it's perfect to find out which high end products could work for me without purchasing a full size and not liking it. It's priced at £10 per month plus P+P. You get a selection of well known brands to brands who are looking for a little recognition and fan base!

First off the packaging is super cute. I love the fact the little box comes inside another larger box (especially when a naughty post man leaves my package outside in not so nice weather!) The packaging where the goods are kept is super sturdy and will definitely make a good storage box! And now what's inside? 

So 7 goodies to play around with as well as cute little cards with tips and tricks and all that on there! Yes that is Laura Mercier you are spotting as well..

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser (£33) - Sand

Akane Mask Cocoon Nocturne (£18)

Dr. Lipp Nipple Balm for Lips (£11.50)

KMS California Hair Play Makeover Spray (£15)

theBalm cosmetics Stainiac (£10) - Beauty Queen

Plus I got in October's box Birchbox Eyelash Curlers (£10) and 3 sachets of Egyptian Magic (£29)!

You can get your hands on November's offering at Birchbox here.