Hey Readers, Hope the weekend finds you well!! Have recieved my April LHI and thought it was time I share my review of the products in my March box and show you what I recieved in my new one!!!!
March LHI Review
BioElixia BodyShaper Cellulite Contour Creme
I can not really give this one a proper review as I haven't really given it ago. Despite the fact I don't visually have the effects of cellulite I also do not really like the smell. With creams and lotions smell is really a motivator for me as to how much use it really gets and I just have not reached for this at all.
Skindinavia Makeup Finishing Spray
Have really enjoyed this inclusion, I was so excited to give it a try and absolutley delighted when I learnt that it really works!! I Could not believe my eyes the first day when usually half way through the day when you can see my oily T zone shinning I looked the same as I did that morning. Amazing!!! I will say though to make sure you do apply before your mascara I did forget one day and ended up with mascara flakes under my eyes!! Ooops!!!
The Natural Source Camoflage Colour Crayons
Initially I was unsure about these crayons, while said to be muti purpose able to be used on the face and body I felt the colours really were restricting for use on the eyes and lips. I also found just by swatching on my hand that they didn't really set and smudged quite easily. They also seemed to be a little on the fragile side so wasn't sure if they would travel well. But I gave it ago and decided maybe they were more suited to being used as a base rather than a liner. Ability to be smudged easily worked in my favour and blended out they really do stay put. I used the light pink on the inner half of my eye and and burgandy red on the outer half with the shades from theBalm's Nude'tude pallette Stubborn and Sexy over the top and black eyeliner and mascara equaled a simple smokey glam look. The light pink also makes for a really quick inner corner highlight not something I usually worry about but have found of late really lifts an eye look and brightens the eyes even when you can't be bothered to do much else other than mascara.
DeLorenzo Essential Treatment Equilibrium
At first I really thought this was the product for me but after reading the instructions I really didn't think it would get a lot of use. I really do not have the time to wash my hair, put the treatment in, wait 5-10mins and then wash out. So... I cheated post washing my hair I would squeeze as much water out of my hair as possible add the treatment wash, shave etc then wash out. Probably not as much time as required but I have definetly seen results. My hair feels smoother, healthier and smells quite pretty I've really been enjoying this one as if your short on time recommend my little short cut!!! he he!!
Ocean Essence Gold Eye Cream
As I said in my previous post a decent eye cream but given I had already given this a go and while I enjoyed using it at the time I thought I would regift this one. Have not been able to do that just yet but I am hoping the new owner to be will enjoy it as much as I did.
April Lust Have It
So enough of my rambling and onto the products I recieved in this months box!!!
Molton Brown Patchouli and Saffron Body Wash recieved 30ml Deluxe sample full size is 300ml
The smell of this really packs a punch but I am still interested to give it a try and see what it is like.
Gosh Cosmetics Mono Eye Shadow full size in the shade 010 Light Brown
This eyeshadow is a neutral light coppery toned brown that will definitely fit very well in my collection. While I probably own way too many of these coloured eye shadows. I am glad I've been sent a colour I will give a try straight away its not overly shimmery or glittery so am interested to see how it applies and wears.
Goldwell Dualsenses Ultra Volume Shampoo recieved a 100ml deluxe sample and full size is 300ml.
This is a gel shampoo that uses instant micro fluid technology, volume systems with micro minerals (not quite sure what all that means!!!) to increase the volume of fine hair. I am interested to give this a try. My hair is quite fine so any volume enhancement would be a plus it also smells quite good as well.
John Plunkett Essentials Anti Ageing Creme Cleanser and Makeup Remover recieved 40ml deluxe sample full size 100ml.
Am a little bit excited to try this one its a brand I've known for a while and have used products on and off without dissapointment. It also is dual purpose being able to be used with and without water for removing makeup and cleansing. While I'm not into anti ageing products really I am interested to see what its like whether it really is a no tear formula and if it is as effective with water and without.
Pink Tiger Duri Cosmetics Nail Tool-Nail file and Lint Free Gauze full size items.
Not sure what to say about these two as I am not really as excited about them as the other products I have received. At the same time they are essentials to any mani/pedi session so I will probably get some use out of them.
Overall I am really excited by this box and cannot wait to try the products I have recieved in this month loving the variety and quality overall. Can wait to give everything a go!!!!
As I received an email from LHI last month saying that they would be increasing their subscription price to $19.95 and giving the opportunity to sign on for 12 months subscription at the current price $14.95. I have signed on to receive this box for the next year. While I am not opposed to paying a little more for this box given the standard of the boxes overall has been consistent with variety and quality high. I still will be watching and hoping that I receive twelve great boxes so when it comes to resubbscribing it really is a no brainer!!! I had also felt that with changes to postage costs and the general cost of living that at some point an increase in the price was really inevitable. Hopefully it stays affordable and I can continue discovering new products for many more years to come!!!
Hope you are all doing well!!!
Talk Soon
Ever.
Hi Readers, Hope this post finds you well!! I have just received my April Bellabox so thought it was time to get writing on my thoughts on the last box I received.
BellaBox March Review.
Ocean Essence Coconut Body Milk
This is one product that I really have not reached from the march box primarily because I just didn't really enjoy the coconut scent. I did only really use it once so there is still a bit left I may re gift it to a family member at some point.
Simuolive Olive Hydrating Shower gel
I have been really impressed by this shower gel. It foams up beautifully, smells lovely and fresh and cleans really well. I have not only been using it as a shower gel but also as a face cleanser and it has not dried out my skin like most shower gels do. Will defietley try an get a full size of this one!!!
Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire
Really enjoyed this scent and its a shame you don't get more in the sample!! It lasts a long time and while it does soften it doesn't completley fade during the day. It is a bit on the expensive side so I may not purchase the full size but defietley enjoyed giving it a try.
Designer Brands Lip Pencil in the shade Nude
For me this is really a my lips but better shade and the colour blends in quite easily under so many lipsticks. Its so was so easy to apply, blend and the sharpener in the lid really handy for travelling.
Yes to Carrots C Me Shine Lip Gloss in the shade Playful Nude.
This product I thought was a really great inclusion particularly when it came with a matching lip liner it really was a great lip duo that I didn't have to think about. With both colour being on the nude natural side they are a great everyday combo. Only downer was I did sometimes find the gloss a little sticky!!!
Swisse Active Energy Bar
I still feel this was an odd inclusion in the box, it was choclatey but very heavy and I didn't really enjoy it so will most likely no be buying more of these.
Bellabox April
This box comes with the theme of Innovative Beauty and is launching BB's new addition the bellabox store you can now not only go direct to their website and buy products but also sms or email direct using the codes on the card to get your products direct to your door. Its innovtive I've not heard of it before and might for future purchases give it a go!!!
Cellilux Glacial Mineral Gel received a 7g sample full size is 60g
This is a glacial mineral gel facial mask that says it is composed of negatively charged molecules to bring out positively charged bacteria and impurities applied for 15-20 minutes then rinsed off. The ingredients list glacial clay which is what will draw out impurites, lavender and orange oil and green tea so it will probably smell really good.
Lash Card received a deluxe sample of two cards full size pack is 10 cards.
Not to sure about these packaging says that they make your mascara work harder improving length, preventing smudging and clumping to me they will just really help prevent any mascara transfer when applying to the bottom lashes. But will give a try and see how they go.
Orofludio Beauty elixar recieved 5ml full size is 100ml
This product I have actually received from BB before and I am a little dissapointed that BB have written on the card that Orfludio is back with this stunning strand elixar, I thought it was something new but in reality identical to the product I have received before. Having said that I can already tell you that this is one product worth giving a try. The smell is amazing and it leaves the hair soft and silky but still managable and I have in the past enjoyed using it.
Indigo Multi V Serum received 15ml which is full size.
This is a face serum infused with vitamins A H and F to help skin be healthy beautiful and strong is says it is good for reactive skin and those that suffer from rosacea. It comes out gel like goes on easily, there is no overwhelming smell and dries quite quickly. I only have used it once so will have to see what results a like after a few more tries.
Eylure Naturalites Natural Volume Lashes 020 received on pair.
This is the first time I've received a pair of false lashes in a beauty box that I actually thought I could wear they are very natural looking not too bold but just enough to give my eyes a little more definition I am really excited to give these a go despite the fact I've never worn false lashes before!!!
Rimmel London BB cream recieved a 8ml sample in the shade medium full size is 30ml.
Hmmm don't want to be negative but this is a sample I cannot find a positive for!! I actually bought a full size tube of this product on special just after it had been released earlier in the year and was so dissapointed its not a BB cream and it isn't even a good tinted moisturiser. Application was really hard to get right with finger and even brushes it would streak in places and you have to work really quickly, coverage was terrible and I found that even when I set with powder it went patchy throughout the day. Dissapoined to see it included and dissapointed its my only colour product in the box.
Avene Micellar Lotion 3 in 1 received ml full size is 200ml
This a makeup remover that doesn't need rinsing and was surprised by how very simillar to the Bioderma one I have received in previous bellaboxes. They do remove all makeup including mascara and while not rinsing your face afterwards is a little odd at first they don't leave you skin feeling wet, sticky or tight. The only thing I find about these products is that I do seem to go through them quite quick and they are on the more expensive side!!!
Overall I think I will enjoy most of the products that have come in this box I have a few new items to try and hopefully will get some good results am hoping though that next months box has a few more makeup items in it.
Thanks for reading
Ever.
