Birchbox: July 2013

Two posts in one day!  New record for me.  Earlier this week, I received my July Birchbox, and I'm very pleased with its contents.  The theme this month is "Power Play", with an emphasis on finding products that become your go-to products in any situation.

Eyeko Skinny Liquid Eyeliner:  "Direct from the UK, this user-friendly liquid liner features a velvety smooth formula." 

Birchbox has been sampling this product for so long, I've almost broken down and bought it without sampling instead of waiting until it turned up in a box.  Well, the wait is over!  I received the purple shade, and I've been really liking it so far.  From far away, it just looks like black eyeliner, but up close, you can really see the pop of color.  I think it accentuates my blue eyes nicely.  I have received the full-size of this product, which is worth $16.00.

Kerastase Chroma Thermique--Protect: "A silky leave-in treatment that combats dehydration, deterioration, and dullness with ceramides."

In addition to hydrating dry hair, this is supposed to serve as a UV protectant for color-treated hair.  I've already been using one of the packets I received, but I haven't really formed an opinion yet.  It doesn't seem special so far.  Full size $42, sample size $5.60 for 2 packets.

Vivant Skin Care Mandelic Acid 3-in-1 Wash: "Derm-developed formula that clears up blemishes and hyperpigmentation with alpha hydroxy acids."

I haven't used this yet because...honestly, I'm not quite sure what it is.  The directions say to use it on trouble spots on face, body , and even scalp.  Why would I use a face/body wash on my scalp?  What the hell is mandelic acid?  Must be potent because you're only supposed to use it every other day.  Who knows.  Full size $31, sample size $0.59.

purminerals CC Cream Broad Speum SPF 40: "This clinically proven anti-aging formula moisturizes, brightens, and evens skin tone."

I'll be trying this today.  Really though, I have low expectations for products like this.  Most of the BB creams and CC creams I've tried have left my skin way too oily.  I received the light shade. Full size $38.00, sample size $7.60. 

Birchbox Bobby Pins: "We designed these patterned pins to add style to summer hair with minimal effort."  

These are cute!  I prefer my bobby pins to blend in with my hair, but it'll be fun to try these out. Set of 6, $5.00, sample size of 2 pins $1.67.

I love my box this month! And, it's worth $31.46.  If you're interested in subscribing to Birchbox, click my link here.  

Have a great weekend!  I'm going to continue sipping my coffee and watching Coneheads and Beverly Hills Cop on Comedy Central. :)