Showing posts with label Bellabox. Show all posts
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Monday, August 15, 2016

BELLABOX AND VOGUE


BELLABOX VOGUE
LIMITED EDITION BOX
UNBOXING!


Aren't subscription boxes just the funnest? If I could sign up to every single one I probably would!
I can't get enough of that anticipation and surprise when one arrives in the mail. I LOVE no knowing
exactly what might be inside and having all the new products to try is me in my element.

I have reviewed quite a number of different boxes in the past including a few Bellabox's and I just
love when they release their limited edition boxes because you always get so much more in them.

You can pick up this box which has Bellabox teaming up with Vogue to produce an awesome choice
of skincare, haircare and makeup valued at $115 for only $49.95!

Get yours for a very limited time right here!


I have previously used and reviewed the Jurlique Herbal Recovery Advanced Serum and loved it,
actually I have also used a hand cream of theirs and remember that being completely gorgeous as 
well and since I have heard so much of this product ever since it came out a few years ago I cannot
tell you just how excited I am to finally own my own little bottle and to be able to use this on the
regular! Yay!

Interesting to discover this brand has been around since 1828! I have never heard of it!
Meant to be both soothing, moisturising and repairing to the skin. I love any skincare product
which contains honey, so most likely I am going to love this one!

I have never owned the full size of this product, however have tried a few of these samples in the
past and quite liked them. The product is smooth and gives a nice matte finished. Once I run out of
primers I would definitely be purchasing this. 

I actually already own this product, having received it in another box some time ago!
This is a product I don't believe gets enough praise as it really is lovely. The shade is just right and
you can easily build up the amount of highlight you are looking to achieve. It is firm but not hard
and doesn't dry out or become too soft to use. 

Here is a super luxe product I am drying to soak my skin into! Elizabeth Arden is well known in
having an exceptional reputation when it comes to anti-ageing skincare. This puppy retails at full
size for $96.00 so this is definitely a special treat for me. 

Bobby Brown Smokey Eye Mascara (Deluxe Sample Size)
What an absolute treat to receive this Bobby Brown mascara! Such a popular high end brand which I
adore. I am very much looking forward to using this mascara as from what I can tell it looks like a nice neat formula and basic, non complicated brush.

Clinique Smart Custom Repair Serum (Deluxe Sample Size)
When it comes to skin repair, I feel like skin being the body's largest organ can always do with some
kind of targeted repair. Weather it be from sun damage, acne scaring, wrinkles and fine lines to dark 
spots, dehydration and sagging. This product is great for all of these things. I cannot wait to get into
this. Slowing down that ticking clock, that's the goal!

Neon & Co Hair Treatment Oil (Deluxe Sample Size)
Creates shine & eliminates frizz? Yes please! My hair is lacking shine and as frizzy as ever with 
the amount of hair dying I have been putting it through lately! Treatment oils are my hair's best 
friend right now. I own so many hair leave in moisturisers which are great, however in my
recent experience I have been love hair oils and finding them to work a little better for me in
regards to taming the frizz and putting the moisture back in especially.

What are your thoughts on this Limited Edition box?
Will you be signing up?



Let's follow each other! 

*This box was kindly sent to me for review
*All photographs & video are my own work & my opinions are all 100% honest & all my own
- I have included this video over at Fabulous & Fun Life's blog link up 'Monday Makeup Madness!' Check it out!
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Tuesday, June 9, 2015

BELLABOX


BELLABOX

JUNE 2015

LIMITED EDITION!

 http://www.bellabox.com.au

Ah don't you just love subscription boxes? Fun little boxes filled with hours of play for us beauty lovers!

This month Bellabox are offering new members a very special limited edition box filled with
products from Aveda, Burt's Bees, Jean Patou, Original Source and Universal Beauty Cosmetics
for only $17.95 and includes 3 full size products! One of the full size products, the Original Source
was so large they had to ship it in a larger box! (The brown one. See pic below!) Normally Bellabox
ships their monthly goodies in the well known classic blue box. (Also pictured below.)

Having my own beauty blog, of course I must be obsessed with beauty and try a lot of new products
all the time. However I would be stone broke if it weren't for subscription boxes who make it so 
convenient to be able to try a variety of newbies each month in the comfort of my own home in both
sample and full size for such an affordable price. I am a firm believer in the 'try before you buy' philosophy!


I couldn't wait to tear open the tissue paper of this month's box and see what was inside!
Bellabox always seem to have useful as well as fun products inside which is great and the smaller
size products make perfect travelling companions because I can still pack everything without
weighing down my bag and making it heavy or bulky! Yay!


As you can see below this month's special limited edition box for new members only comes with
a total of 5 products! I am particularly excited to try the Original Source Skin Quench All In One
Moisturising Shower Gel in Blackcurrent & Moringa Oil. It smells so yum! :)

Let's get into the rest of the products! Squweeee!!


Aveda Damage Remedy Intensive Restructuring Treatment (SAMPLE)
I have used this and a few other Aveda products in sample form in the past and have always been
happy with them. This one is going to be great for my hair at the moment as it has had a bit of
damage done to it recently with my massive dose of blonde highlights! I am looking forward to
some hair care repair! (10ml)

Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm with Vitamin E & Peppermint (FULL SIZE)
Straight away you can smell the peppermint in this product. You can also feel the minty sensation
on your lips once you have applied it and BOY can you taste it! haha What? I had to try it! ;)
It isn't unpleasant though and I actually think it could work well to help keep my breathe fresh as well! Win, win because it also moisturises and soothes your lips which has been great for my wind
chapped lips lately! (4.25g)

Jean Patou '1000' Eau De Parfum (SAMPLE)
Mmmm peeeeeerfumee! A luxury I rarely get to treat myself to since becoming a mummy.
I used to purchase a new fragrance about once a month back when my life was simple and I would
drown myself before heading out the door. These days I usually only get to try the odd sample here
and there which actually works great because I don't often do anything fancy enough to wear it!
This one's scent is lovely and mature and to me smells a little musky. It contains Chinese Osmanthus,
Rose & Jasmine from Grasse. (1.5ml)

Original Source Skin Quench All In One Moisturising Shower Gel in Blackcurrent & Moringa Oil (FULL SIZE)
Shower gels seem to be the main product I run out of the most. If the kids run out of bubble bath then
I just squirt whatever I have in the shower that I am using at that time to get them through and when
hubby runs out of his man soap he uses whatever I have. Usually cringing at the fancy scent! (Men!
Seriously why do you not love candy & cupcake scented things?) ;) 
This shower gel contains solf yellow oil beads and is 100% naturally fragranced. I can't wait for this
delicious blackcurrent scent to overtake my bathroom tonight! (250ml)

Universal Beauty Cosmetics Tint Stick in Siren (FULL SIZE)
I am mostly drawn to pink lip shades, however I have quite a few classic reds in my collection
which I have to admit probably suit my skintone and overall look more and I love how timeless
red lippy is. Now matter what red lips have and always will be in style. 
This lip product is actually a tint! You would never guess it though as from my swatch below the
shade is so pigmented and vibrant! This is the first time I have heard of this brand before and I am
so impressed! The formula does not smudge off or smear. It doesn't even fade throughout the day!!
The applicator is like a soft texta and the thin shape makes it so easy to apply neatly. I'm a fan! (1.4g)

 SWATCHED!

ON THE LIPS!

Don't forget if you want to get your hands on this very special limited edition June box especially just for new members make sure you sign up now so you don't miss out! 

Boxes are limited and only available until June 17th 2015 so hurry!

WATCH THIS UNBOXING BELOW!
(Don't forget to please SUBSCRIBE!)
Let's follow each other! 

*This product talk was bought to you by Nuffnang and Bellabox
*All photographs & opinions are all 100% honest & all my own
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Sunday, February 22, 2015

BELLABOX




February 2015!
Featuring:
#harpersbazaar #essieaustralia #zkinorganicsau #transformulas #burtsbeesau #soakskin #aveda

This months Bellabox was quite a treat in general and for myself especially!!
 As someone who used to buy way too many and hold on to a rediculous amount of beauty mags,
I no longer purchase them, but still secretly LOVE to read them and drool all over the pages! ;)

I did have the opportunity to choose between Cosmo, Elle or Harpers but decided I wanted it to be
a complete surprise as I knew I'd be happy with any one of them. So when my parcel arrived
 with Harpers Bazaar written all over the satchel I couldn't wait to rip it open and delve inside!

I have always admired and had a mega girl crush on Miranda Kerr. Just look at her!
She is perfect. I am so happy with this issue and have already spent hours reading it!


Onto the contents of the box!
I still miss the nice sturdy blue spotted box which Bellabox used to house their samples in
as it is perfect to store beauty samples and other odds and ends in. This yellow box is still cute,
however, I don't see myself keeping and re-using it. Bummer!


Not a shade I would reach out to purchase. However greys are very much the trend right now
so I will give this a go.... with glitter!

Not a huge fan of the scent, however the formula is gorgeous and I'm already addicted to it!

Soak Superfood Skincare Skin Booster Body Lotion
This brand is completely new to me so I am looking forward to learning more about them!

These tiny little sample tubes are adorable and this smells really natural and fresh.
Can't wait to lather this all over my face! :)

As you will see in my February Empties post coming very soon, I have been very much into
masks this month, so I won't need to stock up now that I have this on to try! Yay!

Zk'in Certified Organic Line Smoothing Serum
Bellabox must think I'm old.... but that's ok, the truth is what it is. MEAN! haha!
No not really, I love anti-ageing skincare. I'll try anything to stop the clock. So these will be great!

I've heard lots about this brand and this product in-particular. I don't care too much about the
size of my lips, however I'll give anything a go for fun!

(Or satchet in this case!)
I have never had a face lift before, so this should be interesting. I wonder if I'll look any
different after using this?



Watch My Unboxing Below!
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Did you get this month's Bellabox?
Let me know which mag you chose or received!

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*Not sponsored
*Some of these products may have been sent to me for consideration/review.
*Some affiliate links may be used. (Thank you for supporting my blog!)
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Friday, January 23, 2015

JANUARY BELLABOX


~ BELLABOX ~

JANUARY 2015!



If you missed my review on last month's Bellabox, you can read all about it here.
I signed up for a 3 month subscription through a voucher I had for iSubscribe. :)

So here is my second box! Hooray! Overall, I think I preferred last month's box.
However I'm not hating this months as it's quite good and I am already looking forward
to next months which comes with a bonus free magazine!

Downside - I am missing the turquoise blue polka dot box which last month's came in as
it is a nice book to keep to store randoms in. However this month they have skipped a nice
looking box as the post post it arrived in was the 'box'! Guess they are trying to cut costs,
perhaps so they can provide every box with a more equal share of products as I am aware of
a large number of subscribers who have been jipped and are quite fed up and I don't blame them!
I think I have been lucky with my boxes so far!


Interested in a subscription? You can sign up right here!

 Laqa & Co Lip Lube in 'Menatour'
RRP: $24.95
(FULL SIZE)
I love these kinds of lip crayon type of product as they're so much fun to apply as it makes me
feel like a kid again playing with my crayons. Only on my face! ha! :)
This has a minty scent to it similar to that of the Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stains!
I am really happy with the colour I received. This is purple with pink undertones so it isn't too
ott purple like the straight up purple Velourlips in Tok-i-o! It actually just gives a light tint to
your lips with a minty feel.

Exclusive Bellabox Makeup Pouch
RRP: $7.95
(FULL SIZE)
This is quite compact and cute with the polka dots. I can see myself using this when I go
on weekends away. Now as I sit here looking at it, I think it is actually the perfect size
to pack the kids toothbrushes and toothpaste into! :)

Skinnymint 28 Day Ultimate Teatox
Full Size RRP: $54.90 (28 Days)
(SAMPLE) 6 DAY
I seem to see this 'Skinny Tea' stuff everywhere and to be honest it has never interested me.
However, after reading over this pack, it does seem worth trying as it is mean to do a whole
lot of good for your body. I don't need to loose weight, however an increase in energy would
be quite beneficial to me, so I will give this a go.

Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid
Full Size RRP: $33.00 (118ml)
(TRAVEL SIZE) 30ml
I am actually using a very similar exfoliant by Paula's Choice at the moment which I am
working on featuring in an upcoming post very soon. So this will have to wait it's turn.
I do like the sound of it though and it seems like the kind of product I like to use on my skin.
Contains Salicylic Acid, which always keeps my skin clear and it says it deminishes enlarged
pores and I am always trying to find ways to make my pores smaller. So looking forward to this!

Wen By Chaz Dean Sweet Almond Mint Cleansing Conditioner
Full Size RRP: $34.99 (350ml)
(SAMPLE) 60ml
I have never tried a Wen product but heard they are amazing in terms of quality and results.
The packaging reminds me a bit of a scary movie or book cover. However this is no big deal
so long as I like the product itself. Sweet Almond Mint sounds like an interesting combo which
I haven't seen around a lot. I am looking forward to trying out this generous size satchet!

BONUS!
Natralus Paw Paw Pure Gel
Full Size RRP: $10.65 (75g)
(SAMPLE)
I had something recently bite me on my leg when I was hanging the washing out and it
left quite a decent size bruise! I have no idea what it was, but I was quite shocked at the bruise
it left! There have been heaps few bugs and insects around in the steamy weather lately so I am
sure I will be able to put this to some good use in no time!

What subscription boxes are you signed up with?
Let me know if you have a Bellabox unboxing post for this month!
I'd love to read it! :)

Hope everyone is having a relaxing Aussie Day long weekend!

Let's follow each other! 

*Not sponsored!
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Wednesday, December 24, 2014

BELLABOX DEC


~ BELLABOX ~

December 2014 Box!

 Sign up here to get $5 off your first box!


A few months ago I had a voucher to spend on http://www.isubscribe.com.au
and whilst browsing around I stumbled across BellaBox subscriptions so I thought
why not? I'm not a big fan of accumulating countless magazines, I'd rather a surprise
box each month with actual products I can use and enjoy, rather than just reading about them!

So I purchased a 3 month subscription and then waited and waited....and waited!
More than 3 months passed by. (They say to wait up to 8 weeks for your first delivery.)
So I was more than patient in my opinion, and sick of waiting, I figured something wasn't quite
right and I would probably be waiting forever. So I contacted BellaBox to chase it up.

Not 100% sure what went wrong. But it seems to me there must have been a glitch in the
system somewhere along the lines and they either never received my order from iSubscribe
or it just got missed.

Anyhow, a few days later it was all sorted and my first box was finally on the way!
YAY!

I'm sure I'm not the only one who has done a bit of sticky beeking around the social network
and seen a lot of mixed reviews and feelings about this months box as there was a bit of
variety of products which were sent out. I was very fortunate to receive a Kora Organics
product. Other boxes I have seen received the Kora Organics Hydrating Mask. If I'd have had
the luxury to have chosen, I would have picked that as I already have this Kora Organics
Day & Night Cream. However, it is a lovely product, so am also very happy to have a
back up as it is quite pricey.  Some others received a Fuse Gelnamel Starter Kit which I am
glad to have missed as I already have it and have no need for a second one.

It has me wondering what the following 2 boxes will hold as there have been a lot of
people receive boxes containing just sample satchets which is quite disheartening and I feel
bad for those people as I feel that that is quite unfair for the price you pay. 

Kora Organics
Soothing Day & Night Cream
RRP: $ (50ml)
(FULL SIZE)


Evo
Liquid Rollers Curl Balm
RRP: $29.95 (FULL SIZE)
(SAMPLE)

Wella Professional
Luxe Oil
RRP: $42.00 (FULL SIZE)
(SAMPLE)

Elizabeth Mott
It's So Big Mascara
RRP: $25.00
(FULL SIZE)

Coastal Scents
Revealed Palette Sampler Quad
RRP: $35.00 (FULL SIZE)
(SAMPLE)

SWATCHES!
I really love these shades and will get a lot of use out of this sampler quad.
I would be interested in purchasing the full sized palette based on these shades so far as they
as quite pigmented and the shimmery ones are so so pretty and I love that it's mixed with some
basic wearable everyday mattes as well.


BONUS ITEM!

Maybelline
Superstay Better Skin Foundation
RRP: $23.95 (FULL SIZE)
(SAMPLE)


Did you receive BellaBox this month?
Which beauty boxes do you subscribe to?
Let me know your fav!


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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

XMAS GIFT INSPO


~ C h r i s t m a s    G i f t    I n s p o ~ 


Hands up if you have not started your Christmas shopping, or even thought about it all
that much because your life is just too busy already? (I mean, where do these cray cray festive
people even get the time to put up their tree already?!)

Well, this describes me in a nutshell! Who knows if I'll even get Christmas cards out this
year. Somehow time always seems to slip away and I end up posting them frantically on xmas
eve! Pointless right? >_<

So, with everything 'Christmas' being thrown in my face everywhere I look lately, it got me
thinking.... I should start thinking about what I am going to gift everyone and make a list!

Than I had a lightbulb moment! (Yes, totally shocking, let me tell you!)

Wouldn't a subscription box make the perfect gift?!
I think so and let me tell you why...

1.) There are plenty to choose from!
Beauty, fashion, food, pets, eco, mens, babies, kids, etc!
There is something for everyone, even those annoying people who have everything!

2.) They're affordable!
You can purchase just one box or a whole years worth!

3.) Everybody loves fun mail!

4.) Each box is a surprise!

5.) If you are on the receiving end and don't like what's in the box, it doesn't matter
because you haven't wasted your money, but still got the experience! 


Subscription Boxes I recommend!



Is this something you'd like to receive or would give as a gift?
Which are your favs?


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