This month Glossybox really delivered! A full size Tarte product? A full size nail polish? Perfume samples I can appreciate? & a hair + body product too? YES! This month the box was also absolutely gorgeous & designed & put together by Dallas Shaw. The box is beautiful, the contents are lovely, & I loved he GlossyMag! Keep reading to see what was inside!

So the box was lovely with a Dallas Shaw design. I’ll have to find a pretty place to use it! I really liked the card inside as well. It was a bit different, almost like a blog photo layout I’d come up with!

The GlossyMag had her on the cover as well. I try to share my favorite page every month…this month it was this absolutely stunning Oscar de la Renta dress!

C.Booth Honey Almond Nourishing Dry Oil Mist- I absolutely love this dry oil! A full size is $8 for 4 fl oz so this is a 1/2 size sample at 2 fl oz. I love dry oils because the absorb right into the skin & this scent, love! It smells like sweet almonds & a tad of honey. I use it on my body but it says you can use it on the face as well! I usually need something a bit richer though!

Oscar de la Renta Essential Luxuries 6 Sampler- This is how you do fragrance samplers right! I actually enjoy trying new fragrances but one little vial doesn’t quite feel like a luxury sample. 6 of them does! I got 6 different Oscar de la Renta scents in Oriental Lace, Granada, Sargasso, Coralina, Santo Domingo, & Mi Corazon.

Philip B. Light-Weight Deep Conditioning Creme Rinse- I haven’t tried this product yet! This is supposed to increase hair’s elasticity & strength. It contains African shea butter, wheat germ, & soy protein. It is cruelty free & says you can use it as a regular conditioner or leave it in for up to 20 minutes.

SpaRitual Nail Polish in Shooting Star- I really enjoy SpaRitual nail polishes but they are kind of tough to find. They are naturally formulated, vegan, certified-organic, & made using fair-trade ingredients. I love this shimmery purple!

Tarte Complexion Enhancing Lipstick- The superstar of this box is a full sized Tarte lip product for me! I received the shade meant for fair-to-light skintones but in the swatches you can see on the right is the shade in medium-to-tan which I also had on hand. This is an ultra creamy lipstick with a glossy tinted core that is supposed to give the appearance of fuller-looking lips.

All in all, definitely a great box! I found some new products that I really love! Glossybox is a monthly beauty subscription that brings products straight to your door each month for $21. Please use my referral link so they know I sent you! I love the surprise each month, they are constantly introducing me to favorite brands, new products, & completely new products as well!

So this is my first Beauty Box 5 in awhile & it is from June. I wanted to make sure I used the products & because I’ve been sick I’ve been super lax with beauty related things. I’m tired ya’ll! I’m finally starting to feel better (which is AMAZING by the way!) so I’m excited to get my pep back & show you what I got! I received some items I already know I love & some new things! Ch-ch-check it out!

Coolway Cool Cleanse Shampoo & Hydrate Conditioner- This brand is new to me but definitely appealed to me because it is hydrating. My hair tends to lean dry even in the summer so I felt like it was meant for me. I’m trying to pinpoint the scent, it smells slightly herbal & lemony? I like it, especially for summer. It isn’t intensely hydrating but it left my hair feeling clean & not dry.

Just Being Sexy Body Bronzer- I got two decent sized foil packets which is decent, the full size is 6oz & retails for $49.00 so I had high expectations. it is rare I splurge that much on bronzing lotions! This hs a nice thin texture, almost gel, packed with bronze shimmer. I wasn’t all that excited upon first glance, it looked really bronze! Instead it ended up looking really subtle-y glowing (I didn’t apply a ton) & it smelled great. If you like kind of even scents, nothing too fruity or floral, I think you’ll like this because it smells kind of like a hair product like shampoo!

Aveeno Protext + Hydrate Sunscreen Lotion- I’m a big Aveeno fan so I was surprised & delighted to see this inside! BB5 tends to show more brands that are harder to find but this was a nice treat! Obviously I try lots of different products but I tend to go for Aveeno when I need some fast SPF on the go. This has an SPF of 30 & doesn’t clash with perfumes.

Brazen Cosmetics Eyeshadow in Commando- This is a pretty shade but I’m still deciding how to wear it. It is really neutral & matte as a base but it also has pinky-purple shimmer. I don’t think I’ll wear it as a brow highlight but I think it’ll be a pretty base shade!

All in all, a very nice box! An eyeshadow, lotion, bronzer, & a shampoo & conditioner duo. Nice variety! Beauty Box 5 is a monthly beauty subscription service, check it out here! Have you ever subscribed to Beauty Box 5? Interested after seeing this box?

When it comes to subscription boxes, Ipsy has majorly impressed me over the past few months. Because I’ve been so sick & sound like a crone, I haven’t been doing videos. Boo. But I did want to share my box with you regardless! Again, another nice one! Keep reading to see what was inside for only $10 a month!

For those unfamiliar, for only $10 a month you get a bag full of full sized/sample sized beauty items. You usually get 5 & it always comes in a bag. In the end, you have a lot of bags. But this month, I LOVE it! Neon & animal print? So stinking cute! Perfect for the “On the Wild Side” theme this month as well!

Inside my bag this month:

NYX Rouge Cream Blush in Boho Chic: This is a full sized blush & my first creme from NYX. This is a lovely, natural pink with a slight shimmer. It looks more glowy on the skin though. The consistency is very thin & not all that pigmented because it is a lighter shade. I’ll have to work with this more but I definitely like this as a layering shade.

Psssst! Dry Shampoo: I’ve reviewed this dry shampoo before & am always grateful for a travel size for vacation or for my purse. Great dry shampoo.

Starlooks Lip Pencil in Tipsy: Surprisingly…my favorite item in this months bag! This pencil is a brightened pink toned coral & I just love it! I can see myself wearing this a lot during the summer.

Cailyn Line-Fix Gel Eyeliner in Iron: This is a cool gel liner but for me the packaging is kind of bulky with the built in brush & such. The iron shade is nice but didn’t blow me away. I didn’t like the brush.

J-Cat Sparkling Cream Palette in Suzie: This reminds me a lot of my NYX creme glitter palette but this seems like it has more glitter. These are nice neutral shades & I think they’re fun. I personally love glitz though.

Overall, this wasn’t my favorite bag but it was still a great value. If you’re interested in trying Ipsy out for yourself, please use my referral code! I’d appreciate it! In the end, I’m getting use out of the blush year round, I already like the dry shampoo, & the lipliner is fab. Happy girl!

So with all of the subscription boxes out there what makes RocksBox different? Well, for one thing, it isn’t cosmetic related. Or something you get to keep. It is really more of a rental/lease to buy service. For $19 a month, you get 3 pieces of jewelry from specialty designers. Want to see what I received & what I think overall? Just keep reading!

When it comes to jewelry I am pretty varied. I wear flower studs one day & spiked bracelets the next. Actually, sometimes I wear them at the same time. I like that you fill out a jewelery type survey so they know what to send & choose certain pieces that may interest you. They will select your pieces from this survey.

When they mail it to you the box in the first photo is in a bubble wrapper. Another bubble wrapper is included for return. The box is very pretty & closes with a pink ribbon. Inside is a blue paper with a thin pink ribbon. Beneath that are your jewelry pieces in little baggies. I would prefer something nicer & more secure but everything arrived intact so it must work.

You also receive a paper with information on it. It isn’t a glossy card but a print out from the computer. On it you’ll find information about each piece as well as the retail price & the member’s price you can purchase it for. I’ve had my pieces for about a week now & am going to share my thoughts.

Tahitin Holiday Bangles in Navy by Urban Gem 
Retail Price: $58.00 Member Price: $46.40
I wanted to like these…but I don’t. I’m not a big fan of the hinge clasps, they look kind of cheesy to me. These also ran small even on my small wrists. After wearing for about 20 minutes I realized on 2 of the 3 bracelets the clasps didn’t meet up perfectly & took them off. They weren’t my style anyway…but I did try!

Tumbleweed Pendant in Ruthenium by Viento 
Retail Price: $100.00 Member Price: $80.00
I liked this…in theory. It is a really cool looking piece & looks like hands clasping. I like the metal, the chain is nice, but it feels more like a ring. In fact, it fits on me like a ring. It snagged on my hair & just didn’t feel like a me piece.

Emerald Cut Drops in Black Onyx by Margaret Elizabeth 
Retail Price: $118.00 Member Price: $94.40
These were the pieces I thought I’d like the most. They are shiny black emerald cut earrings. But they were just too heavy for me. After wearing them awhile, I took them off & put in some lightweight earrings. Audios. I think I would have loved this in some sort of necklace form.

So what do you do with these pieces? Well, you can wear them for up to 60 days or you can return all the pieces you don’t want to buy in the included bubble wrapper & they’ll send you new ones.

Want to earn credits? Me too! This is important with any subscription service for me because freebies are just plain fun. You’ll receive $25 for every new member that you refer. You’ll also receive $5 for posting a photo of you wearing your items & tagging @RocksBox per RocksBox set. Luckily, I have a code for 50% a 3 month subscription thanks to iFabbo, just use the code FABB when you sign up! Please use my referral code here, I’ll love you forever!

So what do I think of RocksBox? Well, I’m reserving judgement. None of these pieces are for me but I’ll give them 3 strikes like all other boxes. For me, this box was a let down & I’m sending it back today. I also had to wait a really long time (over 2 months) before I got a box. I’ll be sure to update you ASAP about my next box though, I hope it arrives much sooner.

What do you you think of the idea of RocksBox? Will you be signing up?

*Products provided by iFabbo through their SHOP program.  All opinions are 100% my own.

I can’t believe it has only been a year since I first subscribed/started working with Glossybox! I have enjoyed it quite a bit & I love looking forward to a surprise each month. Along the way some standouts have been products from Tarte, Zoya, Kryolan, & much more. This month the Glossybox theme is “A Year of Beauty” because…well…it is their one year! With a “collection that embraces both our past and our future” I bring you the May 2013 Glossybox!

Surprisingly, one of my favorite parts of the Glossybox this month was the Glossy Mag. I loved the layout & products mentioned. My dream is to be included in a Glossy Mag someday!

To see my unboxing & first impressions, check out the video above! Please don’t forget to subscribe on Youtube, I do lots of videos exclusively there on topics I don’t cover over here!

Epionce Intense Defense Anti-Aging & Repair Serum
Like I said in the video, this sample was itty bitty. It didn’t have much of a scent & wasn’t moisturizing enough for me. Out of the tube it was really slick but dried tacky. Not for me.

Etre Belle Collagen & Aloe Vera Hydro Mask
I loved this mask! This is one of those cloth type masks & I used it in the tub. My skin was nicely moisturized & there was leftover product which I massaged into my somewhat damaged skin. There was also excess in the packet which I took down my neck & used a bit the next day as well.

European Wax Center Exfoliate & Lotion
I haven’t used these or looked up if there is a location near me for the free wax. These are one use packets so I’m holding off until I travel.

Nicka K New York Absolute! Perfume Stick in 100 Free Spirit
I love this scent! My skin really pulls out the honey & I’ve been wearing it layered with everything from floral to tropical scents. Across the board it is lovely. I love solid perfumes but I usually stick to one brand. it was nice finding another!

Sebastian Professional Volupt Spray
Honestly I’ve only used this once because I’ve been trying a new haircare line to review. When I did use it, my hair didn’t get crispy & still felt soft. 

Xtreme lashes GlideLiner Long Lasting Eye Pencil in Black Pearl + Sharpener
This pencil is really soft which still makes me nervous but the shade is pretty. I like the pearl throughout. It makes it nice for night time looks. I loved that they included a sharpener as well.

Overall a very nice box! I love the perfume & the full size eyeliner is great. The mask was a bit hit as well!

Glossybox is a monthly beauty subscription that brings products straight to your door each month for $21. Please use my referral link so they know I sent you! I love the surprise each month.

(NOTE: This post was deleted & re-written. I loved it before but I had an open copy on another computer which reverted it back to a draft. I’m really sorry for the confusion!)

So I’ve had issues with Ipsy lately…mostly with the fact that I haven’t received last months bag…still. I guess they put the wrong zip code on it & it just bounced around New Jersey (I’m in Nebraska fyi) then said it was delivered…well…not to me. I’ve had to talk to them multiple times without much luck but it finally seems to have been worked out & I actually just got an official shipping notification. For my April Bag. Finally.

With that out of the way, I’m going to try to remain calm while I tell you all about the May Ipsy Bag! I liked some of the bags I saw from others so much that I actually bought a 2nd subscription which is on its way now with a product I was planning to buy anyway. Score. Because I’ll do a 2nd post/video on that one I’ll get back to this one!

The bag this month is turquoise/orange Miami colored zig zags which doesn’t blow me away but I do like that it feels waterproof-ish. Perfect for summer. You also get an info card & a Nu-Me certificate for $110 off…even though I didn’t get anything from Nu-Me. Whateves.

Pacifica Coconut Crushed Pearl Bronzing Body Butter 2 oz : This is an excellent travel size & I adore Pacfica so I was thrilled to see it in my bag. Love their fragrances & body lotions but I’ve never tried any bronzing products from them. This didn’t really make me look darker (I would have noticed…I’m ghostly) but it did provide a nice shimmer that looks beachy. The scent is divine, love it.

Zoya Nail Polish in Jacqueline: This shade is from the Spring 2013 Zoya line called Lovely which I reviewed here. Considering these sell for $8 – $9 this pretty much pays for the bag. I’ll either give this one away or put it with my neutral bases for swatching. I loved this shade then & I still do.

Yaby Concealer in Buff: This concealer is very small but not bad for travel if you have a mini Z- Palette or something. Like I said in my video…Nice concealer but too dark. I hate filling out a profile then not getting a shade that matches. Boo.

Juice Beauty Gloss in Pink: Pretty, nicely pigmented, full sized, & the natural type scent doesn’t bother me. It is a bit gloopy so I found it hard to make it opaque so this will either be worn sheer or over lipstick. Nice packaging, reminds me of Buxum glosses.

Mirabella Sheer Lipstick in Bellarina: This lipstick kills me. It is the most gorgeous shade in the tube, an apricot pink with gold shimmer. Sadly…I don’t really see myself using it. It is ultra sheer & I didn’t find it buildable on the lips really either. It doesn’t even look good over a lipstick shade : / The picture was in sunshine, isn’t is lovely?

Left to right: Yaby Concealer in Buff, Mirabella Sheer Lipstick in Bellarina, & Juice Beauty Gloss in Pink.

If all of this sounds like a great deal for only $10 a month, I agree. This bag was a great value with lots of full sized products. You can use my referral link (I’d appreciate it!) to sign up & cancel whenever you decide you don’t want it anymore. What did you think of this bag? Worth the $10 or would you pass? I’ll show you the next bag (& my Birchbox!) soon!

For April Beauty Box 5 (or BB5 as I call it!) had kind of a natural beauty feel going on. As usual they did a great job hitting multiple categories: eyes. lips, face, body, & beauty tool. I love variety! We also got 3 full size products which is wonderful! Keep reading to see what what inside!

LA Fresh Instant Body Soother Wipes- I received two of these single use sheets in Peppermint Moisture. I think I got these awhile back in a Birchbox & saved them for travel. Basically they look like a wet wipe & moisturize skin (arms, legs, temples, wherever) without leaving skin tight.

Brush Hanger from Minxxette- So this is a product I’m not sure of because right after I took this picture it fell off the window…I’ll need to mess with this more. These were created to hang brushes upside down to dry to avoid water damage to the ferrule which can make brushes start to shed because it breaks down the adhesive.

Oil Absorbing Facial Tissues from Jean Pierre Cosmetics- This is a full size sample with 50 sheets. I’m not super picky about these but they work!

Illusion Lip Pencil from Model Co- I’m not sure how I didn’t manage to take a picture of this pencil (shame on me) but maybe I need to do a single review. Basically it is a lipliner that is meant to “enhance your lip shape naturally” with a wax pencil in a neutral shade.

Brazen Cosmetics Eyeshadow in Birthday Suit- I really personally like this shade & it has more coverage than I was expecting. I’m used to getting sheer champagne shades in loose form so this was a welcomed change!

So that’s my Beauty Box 5 for this month! Are you subscribed? What did you think of this box?

For April 2013 GLOSSYBOX focused on beauty wellness & stocked the box with goodies that amp up natural beauty. If you haven’t joined Glossybox yet it is a beauty subscription service which comes packaged in a sturdy reuseable box ( I’m currently trying to decide what to do with all of mine!) for $21 a month. Also Glossybox opted for a full shoppable online only magazine this month (You can view it here) where you can shop directly online. I personally like the Glossy Mags included every month but I think this would be much easier to purchase from! Keep reading to see all of the items included this month!

Alterna Haircare Bamboo Style Boho Waves Tousled Texture Mist– I love this time of year for samples because we start getting hair care for that beachy look! Love it! This is meant to be sprayed on damp hair from root to ends then shaped with fingers. I personally like to twist my hair or put it in a few brands to dry because I have straighter hair in the front. I really like the scent on this product, it just smells really clean with a slightly green smell.

Bvlgari Eau Parfumee au the Blanc Tea Bag for Bath- I used this in my bath last night & it is really lovely! With the scent of white tea & luxury it would make a wonderful gift for guests as well. Smells divine.

The Honest Company Honest Organic Lip Balm- I assume everyone got different scents but I’m really happy with the balm I got in Sweet Orange Vanilla which reminds me of orange creamsicles! These balms are USDA Organic & have lots of nourishing ingredients like jojoba oil, coconut, & rich Omegas.

Wash with Joe Coffeemint Invigorating Body Wash– This is a nice sized sample of a body wash that smells really energizing. I love mint in my morning products! This smells wonderful in the morning time!

Le Metier De Beaute Replenishing Daily Solution SPF 30– This daily product (about 1-2 uses in this packet) is supposed to protect, condition, & hydrate while nourishing, rejuvenating, & detoxifies skin. That is a lot to take in! This is also paraben-free & quite pricey at $225 for 1.7 oz. Included is a $75 gift towards the purchase pf the product.

TIGI Cosmetics Glow Blush in Lovely- Love getting a full sized blush in this box & with a value of $22 it pays for itself! I really like this rosy pink shade & it gives off a nice glow. It reminds me a bit of the Milani blushes but contains finer shimmer so it looks more like a healthy flush.

Overall I really liked this box! I’ve never tried a Wash With Joe product before & after trying this I think I need to invest in a full size! I also really love the lip balm, it feels so hydrating without being thick or slick. & it smells so good! The blush is a perfect me shade for year round use too. This box was definitely worth the cost for me personally!

What do you think of this GLOSSYBOX? If you get GLOSSYBOX, did you receive anything different? Feel free to link your post below because I’d love to see it!   

**This box was provided by PR. All opinions are my own. Affiliate links have been used. Any purchases go towards helping support this blog & are appreciated!