☼☼ February Boxycharm Unboxing + January Review ☼☼

☼☼ February Boxycharm Unboxing + January Review ☼☼

Boxycharm is a monthly beauty subscription box that sends 4-5 full-size beauty/makeup products.

I was not given this box. All opinions are my own. Based off my preferences! :D

Cost: $21 per month (FREE SHIPPING!)

My referral link

https://www.boxycharm.com/rewardsref/index/refer/id/38747/

They only ship to 48 U.S. states. (They don't ship to Hawaii or Alaska yet.)

1. Beauty For Real Blush (in coral crush) + Glo Highlight (in Hi Beam) Duo - Full Size - $24

This is the highlighter side (hi beam) on my hand below you can see it is slightly darker than my skin

Great shine: below

This is the blush end: Coral Crush. Below is a circle swatch and a line that was blended out beside it

These both are lovely colors and they blend wonderfully. This tube is huge though and can't be expected to be used as travel, even though the duality suggests convenience. Also they are sickly sweet scented which was driving me crazy just swatching them on my hand. I'm sure they would be noticeable on my face.

Claims:

Anti-aging benefits

Cream to powder

long wear

more youthful, even tone, healthy appearance

No parabens

No animal testing

Made in U.S.

Contains:

Luminera with a diamond core complex

Vitamin E

Grape seed extracts

Pomegranate extracts

2. Spongellé You Have My Heart On a String Body Wash Buffer + Polish - Full Size - $15

How cute! It is dual sized, with the soft side meant to cleanse and tone and the buffer side should be used to exfoliate and stimulate circulation. This has a peony fragrance! I'm excited about this product. I think it is a great addition especially for Vday!

Claims:

14+ washes

cleanse, tone, exfoliate, stimulate circulation

3. Shray Boxycharm Limited Edition - Ms. Amazing Gift Kit - $12

Pricing explanation: Shray has a 5 mask kit for $30 that this mask is in. That would make this mask $6. However... this is has special "postcard" packaging that is limited edition and available for one mask for $12. Thought I would mention it... that you can get five of these but only in a pack for $20 or you can buy one in special gift packaging for $12... moving on.

yay! I looooove masks. I'm a face product collector. I love going through my stash and picking one when I have a moment to relax. 

Claims:

Hydrating

quench thirsty, ragged, dull skin

Contains hyaluronate (holds in water/plumps surface)

Instant absorption

pore tightener (rice extract)

Sebum control 

attract/hold moisture

helps seal in water

accelerate cell renewal

contains less than 0.25% preservative to prevent bacterial growth?

4. Ofra Cosmetics Banana Powder Godet - Full Size - $12

Why is everyone talking about banana powder like this is a thing? Who else makes banana powder? So ..lost. I can't imagine using this as a finishing powder but I will try it as many ways as I can fit in!

Claims:

wet or dry

all in one face powder

conceal dark eye circles

set your concealer

highlight

finishing powder

eye shadow

 5. RealTree Perfume - Deluxe Size - 10ml $12 (Full Size 100ml $24.99)

A sweet perfume is a nice change from the fresh ones but this is too much floral for me to enjoy. I'll actually try wearing it to see how it goes though.

Scent:

pomegranate

hint of persimmon

orchids

lotus blossom

champaca flower

amber

violets

mahogany wood

6.  Freeze 24-7 Anti-Aging Eye Serum - Deluxe Size - 0.23 oz $54.76 (Full Size 0.50 oz $115)

Sweet! Another eye serum. Keeping on sending them sub boxes. This one is so expensive. Yikes! It is scentless and clear.

Claims:

diminishes fine lines/wrinkles within minutes

reduces dark circles/puffiness

lightweight/fast absorption, cooling,toning

age reversal

no tested on animals/no animal by-products

dermatologist tested/clinically tested

hypoallergenic/allergy tested

non-sensitizing/non-irritating

Total spent for the bag: $21

Total bag is worth: $129.76

Total saved: $108.76

The eye serum, body sponge, and face mask make me deliriously happy. The blush/highlight duo, perfume, and banana powder are meh items!

JANUARY REVIEW

1. Coastal Scents Revealed Smoky Palette - Full Size - $19.95
   
   I was super excited to get a fourth revealed palette and I'm not disappointed! The colors are lovely with only two chalky colors.

2. Blinc Mascara Amplified Tubing in "Black" - Full Size - 0.25oz  $26
   
   This lived up to the removal claims. It is by far the easiest and most amazing mascara to remove from my face. It effortlessly glides off. It just doesn't give me any lift/curl or volume at all.. so if you want an easy mascara that just colors your light lashes, this is your mascara! Ha ha

3. Royal and Langnickel Revolution Boxycharm Brush Set - Full Size - 3 for $23.97
   
   I love these brushes! The matte feel is great, they are soft and efficient brushes. 

4. Ardency Inn Modster Smooth Ride Supercharged eyeliner in "Grey" - Full Size - $20
   
   I'm still not sure about this liner. It is a grey color and it looks a little sloppy or worn off when I wear it. I've been wearing it under my lash line though and that has been much better. Next I'll try to wear it in a BIG wing though instead of a thin line.

Thank you so much for following along

☼☼ October Boxycharm Unboxing + September Review☼☼

☼☼ October Boxycharm Unboxing + September Review☼☼

Boxycharm is a monthly beauty subscription box that sends 4-5 full-size beauty/makeup products.

I was not given this box. All opinions are my own. Based off my preferences! :D

Cost: $21 per month (FREE SHIPPING!)

My referral link

https://www.boxycharm.com/rewardsref/index/refer/id/38747/

They only ship to 48 U.S. states. (They don't ship to Hawaii or Alaska yet.)

1. Palmetto Derma Rejuvenating Antioxidant Mask - Full Size - $64

 This has a subtle mint scent that I love! It reminds me of my grandmothers skincare. You are meant to apply a thin layer and leave it on 15-30 minutes until it dries. It doesn't feel like it dries hard like most do. It was extremely refreshing mask. It says to remove it with a damp wash cloth uses circular motions. I don't have patience for anything like that. I have sensitive skin though so I feel that the added exfoliating benefits are not needed for my skin. I just removed it with short swipes. My skin was pink for a bit after but it wasn't harsh. 

Promises: antioxidant, vegan, smooth skin, glowing skin, purifies skin, absorbs impurities, cleans pores, defends against free radicals, reverse daily sun damage, cooling effect, soothes, refreshing, tingly, and leaves skin bright.

I'm sure the "brightening" ingredients are what left my skin pinkish. 

2. Bellapierre Cheek and Lip in "Coral" - Full Size - $19.99

Note the particles in mine?

Above on the left is a finger swatch on the right is a swatch blended out. The color is lovely for a cream blush. Nice and subtle. I'm not a huge fan of "pots" of product I have to dip my finger in! On top of that.. I've seen pictures of OTHERS who got this product and theirs didn't include these "specs". GROSS. I won't be using this on my lips at least.  I probably won't reach for this.... 

3. Doucce Punk Volumizing Mascara - Full Size - $24

This is after using this mascara. It clumped the lashes together quickly but gave nice curl, length, and stayed curled for more than four hours.

On the right is the it cosmetics hello lashes mascara and on the left is this doucce punk volumizer mascara. Both are said to add volume and length. Clearly the Doucce on the right is the longer!

This is a HUGE natural bristled brush. I liked using it. I like the effect it gave my lashes and look forward to giving it a good run. I recieved the it cosmetics mascara and this one at the same time. So I'll be alternating them until next month.

I've heard there were several items in boxes rather than this one. A shadow trio, a lip cream, and a blush! Which did you get?

4. Lord and Berry Line and Shade Eyeliner in "Dark Black" - Full Size - $18

This is creamy and VERY black which I love. It is a bit soft and easily smudged though. I wouldn't use this on its own. I would couple this with a primer and a liquid liner as well but I will use it! This is a wooden pencil for easy sharpening as well. 

5. Cult Cosmetics Nail Polish in "Boneyards" - Full Size - $12

Below: First Coat

 Below: Second Coat

A wonderful color to get in October! I love this grey and I didn't have a color like it. It is a solid two coat polish but had self leavening issues. In the end it was opaque all but a small part by the cuticle. Nothing you'd be able to see out of intense lighting. 

Total spent for the bag: $21

Total bag is worth: $137.99

Total saved: $116.99

This is an almost PERFECT box this month with the exception of the lip/cheek stain. The polish, liner, mascara, and mask are all wonderful! 

SEPTEMBER REVIEW

 1. Previse Skincare HydroMilk Hydrating Lotion
This scentless but nothing I can use daily. I use this after harsh masks otherwise I break out. It works well with the serum from Previse I have as well.

2. Scratch Nail Wraps

I...still haven't tried this. I will this month! Promise. I just haven't had time with school. I will add my thoughts on this I will add it on my next review.

 3. Vasanti Professional Foundation Brush
I use this brush a lot! I like that it is flat sided. I use it for foundation and concealer.

 4. Chella Eyebrow Defining Gel 
This is a great gel. Doesn't leave my brow crunchy and is slightly tinted.

5. SkinnysmolderEYES Amazonian Clay Waterproof Liner

This is a BEAUTIFUL burgandy color that I love to use. The blending brush is useless though! I've tried using it and it didn't yield any results.

6. Kardashian Beauty Black Seed Dry Oil

This was a bonus item in the box! I like the oil smell in this product and it makes the ends of my hair shiny and soft looking!

Both this month and last were wonderful boxes. Month after month I find SO much VALUE in Boxycharm.

Thank you so much for following along.