So its that time of the month again- when the beauty boxes start making their appearances- all those little goodies to keep me busy.
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| BirchBox July 2013 |
The first thing I pulled out was RMK Creamy Foundation (RRP £35.00 for full size). Although a sample size- this is a very generous size compared to usual foundation samples- always a bonus. The foundation claims to have a high water retention formula meaning its super hydrating for our thirsty skin this summer.
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| RMK foundation RRP £35.00 |
I have only tried this once so far and I liked what I tried- it went on smoothly, blended well and had a lovely dewy finish. I will need to give it a few days before I can give a proper full review on this one. But so far so good.
Next we have The Balm Cosmetics InStain Longwearing Blush (Swiss Dot) RRP £21.50 for full size.
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| The Balm blush RRp £21.50 |
This is such an adorable little trial size blush- when I first pulled this out the box I wandered what in the name of beauty it actually was- then I opened what appeared to be a mini magazine to find this cute little blush. Its described as 'fresh tangerine' in color, and be warned it is very pigmented- a little really does go a long way. Not a color I would usually go for but even so I'm sure it will get some usage.
Chia Shots (£4.79 for 10 sachets) are something I had never heard of before, and I did think in all honestly this is a slightly random item to include. All Chia Co products are all made from 100% natural Australian grown Chia seed.
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| £4.79 for 10 sachets |
Birchbox claim they are ''Super versatile, these little seeds can be sprinkled on salads, smoothies and soups.''
Not too sure what these will taste like and im a little reluctant to sprinkle them anywhere without giving them a little taste first- but we shall see...
Next we have Dead Sea Spa Magik Gentle Cleansing Face Wash (RRP £8.80) It claims to have natural ingredients to help cleanse the skin and fight bacteria to help reduce blemishes. I always find it difficult to review samples such as face wash/cleansers as for me I need to be using a product for some time to see any true affects, if it turns out to be a miracle cleanser I promise ill let you know!!
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| RRP £8.80 |
Vita Bella Hand Cream (RRP £17.00) was the next out the box.
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| RRP 17.00 for full size |
The photo is deceiving, this sample is a teeny size. Its not a bad hand cream but it does not even come close to my all time favorite- Rituals Ginko Hand Balm (scroll back for a full review of this little gem). It will be ideal to pop in my pocket at work- although im sure it wont last very long...
And I was thrilled to find a 6th product this month- making this box great value for money. The last product is Blanc Cachmire Day cream (RRP £54.75 for the full size)
Birchbox say this product is ''100% natural ingredients are used in a high-tech way to provide a gentle approach to anti-ageing''
I have tried this a couple of times and I was pleasantly surprised- my face felt super soft and slightly 'tight' after application - I guess that's those natural ingredients working on my pre-wrinkles!! ;)
All in all I was impressed with this months Birchbox, the extra item is always a bonus too! If you would like to subscribe please click on the link below
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