Hey readers,
I hope this post finds you well. Another months Bellabox has arrived at my door this week and I am stunned that a month has past since the last one but I was excited to see this box arrive and I'll tell you why in a bit but first lets review the box that was!!!
May Bellabox Review
Colourpop Ultra Satin Lip
While this is was the hero item of last months box and while I was excited to own my first Colourpop item I just didn't love the colour that much however it was really easy to apply, lasted a decent amount of time not to sticky either.
Gamourflage Rauchy Rosie Handcream
This has been in my handbag all month and really has become my go to handcream. The scent is really gentle and it absorbs really quickly which I have been really enjoying.
Zuii Certified Organic Eyeliner Pencil
I was really excited to try this eyeliner but I have to say that I was left slightly disappointed. It wasn't as smooth and creamy as my usual go to pencil liner and while pigmented and long lasting it did take a bit to apply so I really haven't found myself reaching for it.
KMS AddVolume Liquid Dust
This was easy to use in the regards of being a liquid product but I didn't really see much volume to be really honest.
Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser
As I said in my original post this is a great all rounder and I did take it with me on a recent weekend away. Such a handy multipurpose cleanser!!
Ok so onto Bellabox June. Now this box comes with the theme of Winter Wind-Up and while in some ways I am unsure of what BB means by this all the the items I have received do have that winter theme feel to them so lets get started!!!
Rimmel London Lasting Finish Lipstick by Kate Moss in the shade 30 recieved one
As I said at the start of the post I was excited to see this box arrive and this is the reason why!!! Weeks ago BB announced that lipsticks would be included and I think via instagram or an email (not sure which) I was able to choose the colour I wished to receive. I know usually I am not a lipstick person but something about the colour 30 just took my fancy. This deep plum is completely out of my lipbalm self comfort zone but I have already tried it and I cannot believe how much I am enjoying it so comfortable on the lips and colour is just gorgeous!!
Sukin Australia Chia Seed Oil recieved a full size 25ml
This facial oil combines chia, hemp, oilve, boabab, kale, spirulina, parsley and chlorella together resulting in a nutrient rich facial oil that helps to hydrate, brighten, moisturise the skin. On the fence a little about this one. On one hand my skin probably needs the hydration and TLC on the other I don't really love applying oils to my face its really just a textural thing so I will give it a try and see what its like.
Nivea Cream Mini Tin received a deluxe 10ml sample full size is 150ml
This is such a cute little tin of nivea cream and will be great to add to the handbag or travel toiletries. This cream is so smooth and hydrating and while it is a little on the thicker side I always find it absorbs easily.
Goldwell Dualsenses Just Smooth 60 Second Treatment received a deluxe 25ml sample full size is 200ml
This hair treatment promises to restore all the damage done by cold and blow drying that leaves hair unmanageable and prone to fly aways. I am interested to try this fly aways are always a battle for me and anything that is quick and easy to use I am willing to give a try.
Nutraplus Intensive Anti Dryness Lotion received a sample tube of 10ml full size is 200ml
This lotion targets dehydrated skin restoring its natural barrier. I have used the hand cream version of this brand before lotion which I have been really enjoying so happy to be able to try something different.
So that ends Bellabox for June. Can't wait to try all of these products and give you my thoughts next box!! Until then Happy Reading and Happy Shopping
Everlynne.
Hey Readers,
I hope this post finds you well, Sorry for the lack of post last week I was away for the weekend and despite the best laid plans I forgot to schedule the post I had written to go up I hate to say it but sometimes these things just happen. So this weekend I am here with the latest edition of Maslow and Co. This months edition is items all curated from France and there are some really great products inside so lets get to it!!!
Nuxe Nuxellence Eclat Serum received a deluxe 15ml travel size full size is 50ml
From the same brand that bought us an all purpose dry oil this serum is the latest in anti aging skin care. Combining pigment corrector, passion flower and hyaluronic acid to energise the skin and illuminate the complexion. Interested to try this one as I have not really tried a lot of products from this brand before.
La Roche-Posay Lipikar Cleansing Gel received a 100ml deluxe travel size full size is 400ml
This gentle body cleanser is enriched with shea butter to soothe and moisturise the skin but is free from soap, alcohol and parabens. Interested to try this one as I haven't tried any body products from La Roche-Posay before I also love that this can be used in both the shower and bath!!
Nominoe Radiant Hydration Mask received a full size 40ml
This mask is not only plant based this mask endevours to rejuvenate dull, stressed and dehydrated skin back to looking renewed and radiant. Now usually this is the point where I say I will give it a go despite not loving face masks BUT this one is a little bit different!! Like a conventional mask you apply and leave for 10-15 mins but then you incorporate a little water to emusify and gentle massage into the skin until its absorbed. Really cannot wait to try this out.
Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water received a 100ml deluxe travel size full size is 500ml
It wouldn't be a box curated from France without Bioderma being included I don't think there are many in the beauty community that don't know about or haven't tried this micellar water. A great makeup remover that is quick and fuss free great for on the go and handy for travel.
Institut Karite Paris Almond and Honey Hand Cream received a deluxe 30ml size full size is 74ml
Shea butter based this hand cream is vitamin rich and nourishing. Absorbs quickly to nourish, protect and repair.While a hand cream isn't super exciting to me at the moment I have been looking for one that is lightly fragranced and this one isn't too bad.
Institut Karite Paris Macaron Hand Soap received one
These small soaps are enriched with Vitamin A, E and shea Butter designed to not only clean but moisturise your hands at the same time, Love the Lemon Verbena scent of the one that I have it perfumed my whole box!! Not sure if I'll use it in the bathroom or put it in my draws as a draw scent!!
Laboratoires Surface-Paris Bright Now Gentle Exfoliating Clarifying Soap received one bar
Infused with exfoliating apricot kernel particles this vegetable based soap gentle exfoliates and cleanses the skin. Removing dead skin cells and restoring radiance to the complexion. Interestingly this can be used on the face and body. Happy to try always like trying skincare that is multipurpose.
So that ends this edition of Maslow and Co. And I really am excited to try all the goodies I have received I was particularly excited about the French theme given its not that easy to get these kind of items here in Australia. I would also like to take the time to say that this box marks the first in my subscription renewal to Maslow and Co and this will be the second year I have subscribed. I know I have made the comments over the past year that I would like to see more makeup items or that these boxes are skin care heavy and I did think long and hard about stopping. But overall I am always happy to see this box arrive at my door and it doesn't seem to matter what the country is I am always impressed by the products inside and I love experiencing something new and different. Hopefully this helps if you are thinking about subscribing I highly recommend. If you are not wanting to commit to a full year of boxes Maslow and Co do have a single box option!!! Until next post happy reading and happy shopping.
Everlynne.
**Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored by Maslow and Co. All boxes written about have been purchased with my own money. Regardless any opinions expressed/written are my own and are honest. **
Hey Readers,
I hope this post finds you well. This week I am here with my latest edition of Bellabox. This edition comes with the theme of future proof and I have received some interesting goodies!!
Colourpop Ultra Satin Lip in the shade Little Stitious
This month BB's main goal was to introduce for the first time to Colourpop cosmetics!!
Now in reality there will already be a lot of subscribers that already have tried this brand but as someone that has only just started getting curious about the brand I was excited to see these included this month. Now while lip products are usually my last thought of product I am really wanting to try this out. The Ultra Satin Lip is pigmented (based on swatch on the back of my hand) dries down nicely and is an in between of a matte and gloss. The colour I received is a nude dusty pink so I will see how it goes.
Glamourflage Rauchy Rosie Hand Cream
You know winter is coming!! When the beauty boxes include a hand cream in there boxes. Now usually I would embrace this as I know my hands will start to need the TLC as it gets cold but as I have recently just culled my hand cream collection to get rid of old, rehome unopened ones I won't use. I didn't really need another hand cream in my life. Having said all that happy that it has a grapefruit scent as I had originally thought it would be rose scented given the Rauchy Rosie title!!
Zuii Organic Certified Organics Flora Eyeliner Pencil in the shade Brown
OK I know BB spent all the time and effort getting us excited for Colourpop but I have to admit I am more excited to try this eyeliner. I do prefer brown over black liner and I find pencils easier to work with. This liner says it will be creamy, have intense colour and great staying power. Cannot wait to try and its a bonus that this one is organic!!
KMS Addvolume Liquid Dust received a 3ml sample full size 50ml
This liquid dust is designed to give your hair instant volume and texture without the powdery residue from other volumising powders. Not sure about this one as I don't use these products often but will give it a try and see what its like.
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser received a 30ml deluxe sample full size is 1L.
This gentle cleanser is a great all rounder when it comes to skin care. Not only can it be used both on the face and body. It also can be used both with and without water. This product is free from all the usual nasties you find in skin care so great for sensitive skin.
So that ends BB for the month of April. A decent box overall very interested to try most of the products I have received. Will try every thing and failing any technical glitches will share my thoughts next month!!! Until then happy reading and happy shopping.
Everlynne.
