I hope this post finds you well. This months Bellabox has arrived at my door this week and I have to say not a bad box overall. With the box this month has also come the news that BB will be increasing in price. As of June an additional $2.95 will be added to the current price increasing the box from $15 to $17.95 per month. Given that this is the first increase in four years so overall it is only elevating marginally. I have now been subscribed since the first box four years ago (and have blogged about this box since BB turned one in 2012) so I thought for those of you trying to decide whether to continue your membership or if you are thinking of subscribing for the first time. I would give an over view of my thoughts on BB. Now personally over the years time I have received boxes with products and I have loved every product and I have received boxes were I have only really enjoyed one. But the main reason I subscribed was to be introduced to products I normally wouldn't pick up, as well as possibly get samples of products that I would want to try but don't have the dollars to pay just to see what its like!!! Yes there have been items that haven't suited my skin tone, or a colour that I wouldn't choose and over time I've ended up with a lot of hand creams, lip balms and anti wrinkle products. But in the end boxes are always consistent from month to month with a mix of product types, products that are decent quality regardless of being supermarket or department store. Yes some samples are more generous in size than others but you generally get a feel whether it will work or not. Also their delivery and customer service is of a high standard. This is why I have stayed with BB from the beginning and most likely will continue into the future.
OK so onto the review of the box that I received in February!!
February Box
Essie Nail polish in Really Red
I have thoroughly been enjoying this polish this month. The formula is easy to apply, opaque with just one coat, streak free and long lasting. The colour is bright but I really have been loving the splash of colour.
Crabtree and Evelyn Avocado Oil and Basil Ultra Moisturising Hand Cream
This is a really soft scented hand cream that absorbs easily and moisturises really well. Have been enjoying this one and happy to have in the collection for winter.
Burts Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream
I just love the smell of this cream the lemon scent really is gorgeous. And it really does the job helping to keep cuticles moisturised and also helping to repair those rough edges. A little goes a long way so happy to have enough to see me through the winter months.
Transformulas Marine Miracle Creme and Lip Volume
Not sure what to say about this. The creams themselves go on smooth and has a really nice scent and while I got nearly two tries out of the miracle I still really couldn't tell a difference in my complexion or lips.
Z'Kin Line Smoothing Serum
I enjoyed receiving 2ml of sample for this product each use made my skin feel plump and soft but for me personally that is about it.
March Bellabox
#Selfie is the theme for this months box and BB have included products to help improve and highlight the complexion!!!
Colour Therapy Eye Pencil received the shade Emerald
Colour Therapy is a German made brand that can be found in pharmacy and is a quite affordable brand. Excited to see a makeup product and while green isn't my usual choice for eyeliner I had to try this one out. Its a gorgeous dark green that is quite subtle the product it self is creamy and easy to apply and its buildable so the colour can be as soft or bold as you like.
Nivea Sun Light Feel Face Veil SPF30 recieved a 50ml full size.
This is an everyday sunscreen that gives both UVA and UVB protection is light weight, non greasy and can be worn under makeup. Interested to try this one I was actually looking for something like this when Priceline had their last 40% off skin care could not find anything more that SPF 15 at the time and while I have a few day creams on the go at the moment I am really wanting to open this one.
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Skin Perfecting Moisturizing Day Cream received a 15g deluxe sample full size is 150g.
Designed to hydrate, balance and protect with SPF 15. A perfect daily moisturiser. Despite the fact that I have two day creams included in my box I am actually equally excited to see this on included. I had received some sachet samples from this range a while back and loved the products so happy to see a bit bigger size to be able to try again.
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Creamy Cleanser and Makeup Remover received a 15g deluxe sample full size is 150g.
This gentle cleanser will effortlessly remove impurities, excess oil and makeup all whilst helping skin retain its moisture balance. Again happy to see the inclusion from palmers and happy to see a cleanser/makeup remover I am always trying new ones so happy to give this a try.
Kerastase Resistance Bain Force Achitecte Shampoo recieved a 10ml deluxe sample full size is 250ml
This shampoo says it will help to strengthen, rebuild and reconstruct hair from roots to ends. Interested to try this one I have recently changed shampoo and not really liking it so happy to try something else.
Bonus Samples
Revlon Photoready Air brush Effect in the shade Natural Beige received a sachet sample full size is 30ml
Happy to see this included have been wanting to try this foundation so interested to see
how it works.
Stabilo Neon Highlighter in the shade Orange
OK so I know in the past I haven't been to kind on BB for bonus samples that don't fit the theme of the box and this products inclusion may seem like that at first. It also has certainly caused a storm on social media but I have to say I love it and am happy to see its inclusion. The reason for its inclusion is actually a competition that BB are running this month. For me it unlocks the stationery junkie from within!! Before makeup I had stationery a lot of stationery!! While I was at uni I collected every coloured pen, pencil, highlighter, note book etc to use for my notes and charts, I was addicted and quite sad when I no longer had use for it all so this for me is perfect and I am happy to take this to use at work!!!
OK so that ends BB for March. I hope you enjoyed this post. I hope it helps if you are undecided about your subscription. I cannot wait to try everything out and see how it all goes. So until next post Happy Reading and Happy Shopping.
Everlynne.
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