So, here's what I got this month! *Warning....This will be a picture-heavy post.*
Alessandro Nail Polish
Alessandro nail polish in Blue Lagoon
Wouldn't you know that I would get the only box variation this month that contained nail polish? This is a European brand of nail polish that is sold in the United States exclusively through Birchbox. The formula is great--thick, but not goopy. And, the cap is super easy to hold while painting your nails. The color is beautiful, although it's not terribly unique. I have a bottle of Sinful Colors' Rain Storm (see picture below), which is very similar, that costs $1, whereas the full-size version (I received a sample size) of this polish is $12. Silly Europeans.
Not identical, but similar enough that you probably don't need both. |
Harvey Prince Skinny Chic Perfume
Ojon Damage Reverse Instant Restorative Hair Serum
Yes, Ojon, please make my hair look like hers! |
theBalm Cosmetics "Put a Lid On It" Eyelid Primer
Eyeshadow primer is another life-altering discovery of mine within the last year or so. Having oily skin means you have oily eyelids, upon which eyeshadow doesn't like to stick for long periods of time. The resulting effect is that of a hot mess minus the hotness. To help my eye makeup stay in place, I've been using Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion since early autumn, and I love that. I think this primer from theBalm works just as well. It's a little more of a wet formula than the Urban Decay, so make sure you let it dry completely before putting on your eyeshadow. After that, you're good to go for hours and hours.
Size comparison. Tiny tube, but you only need a very small amount! |
Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Face Cream
I received two foil packets.
The use of moisturizer is definitely important in the winter months to avoid dry skin. Even if you have oily skin, you're supposed to moisturize. I use an oil-free one with SPF in the daytime, and I've been testing this sample out at night. Generally, I like the Fresh brand. Its lip balms are amazing and unfortunately expensive, but I'm not a huge fan of its skincare. I have a very small bottle of the Soy Face Wash, and even though it claims to be fragrance free, ......well, it smells like you're washing your face with edamame. It just does. Since this lotion has the word "Lotus" in its name, I thought it would have a floral scent. Nope. Veggies on your face. Luckily, the scent fades. Aside from that, it's a nice consistency. I can't speak for the "youth-preserving" properties, as I'm only 23. *shrug*
So, this month's Birchbox was exciting and full of stuff I'll definitely use! Are you a subscriber? What'd you get this month?
PS: It SNOWED here today!!! :)
This was taken around 8am, but it didn't stop until about 11am! |
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