March 2013 Birchbox

My March 2013 Birchbox

Hi, Everyone! Here's a look at my March 2013 Birchbox. It was themed "March Madness," which really I have no clue how these products relate to March Madness, but whatever, I just figured it was another regular shipment. So, here are my products:

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour® Cream Skin Protectant: I got two samples of this. It's supposedly a hydrating, cure-all for the skin. Update: Although this is really thick and kind of seems like Vaseline, it really does help with dry patches on the skin. I've used it on my chin and lips and it works really nicely. Only problem is the smell. I don't like the scent at all; smells like old lady. 

Benefit Benetint: This is a lip and cheek stain as most of us already know. 

twistband™ Headband: I got a peachy colored one. It's nice and comfy. 

Madewell for Birchbox Nail Emery Board: This emery board is a Birchbox exclusive apparently. I don't think there's anything special about it. Design maybe? 

Stella Cadente Miss Me Discrete? Eau de Toilette: This is supposedly another Birchbox exclusive. It smells nice, very light. 

Whish Shave Crave Shaving Cream: An all-natural, eco-friendly, hydrating shaving cream. We'll see how it goes. 

Well, that's what I got in this month's box. I was pleased overall. 

P.S. It came with a coupon code: bbheartsbenefit to use for a free BADgal Lash deluxe sample with any $25+ Benefit purchase. 

Hope you enoyed this post. As always feel free to leave a question or comment below. Thanks. 

February 2013 Birchbox

My February 2013 Birchbox

Hi,  Everyone! This post is a little belated, but I figured I'd put this up since I plan on posting all my Birchbox's. So anyway, this is what I received in February along with a mini review on each item.

This mascara was simply ok. It has a really dry formula and the brush itself is a little clumpy, although I somehow managed to keep my lashes separated. This is definitely a mascara for a more natural look. Not dramatic at all.

This exfoliator has really tiny exfoliating particles. I kinda felt like it was cutting my skin and it stung a little. I don't normally have sensitive skin. My skin did feel smoother after using this though, but I just didn't like how it felt.

I'm not a fan of this scent. It's not bad, but it's more on the floral side. I also think it's something suited more for an older lady.

In general this is a really good coverage BB cream. It reduced redness significantly, but I don't think this is the right formula for me. I have dry skin and since I really enjoyed the coverage of the product I would try the water infused version which is aimed at dry skin.

I don't really think there's anything to say about this one. It's chocolate filled with caramel. It's good. 

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