Beauty Box 5| February 2013

So this finally came, and I can't say I was too happy. Just for reference I will be comparing this box to the ever so famous Glossy Box. 

Beauty Box 5 did not live up to my expectations of the beauty box. Unlink Glossy Box who provides tracking, I had no idea when this would come, only for it to end up arriving half way through the next month. With this being their "Birthday Box" like Glossy's I was really expecting a great variety of products to arrive, only for it to be mostly all hair care. All in all,  I don't see me getting much use out the products, with the exception of a few, and don't think that the wait for delivery is worth it. I would rather save my $12 and have decided to cancel my subscription with the company.

Well, moving on here is what I got in my February Beauty Box 5:

• The first thing is the H2O Bath Aquatics Shampoo, claiming to be extra-gentile and non-drying. I think this might be good for traveling, but for someone like me who is loyal to the Lush Big Shampoo, I don't see  me getting too much use out of it anytime soon.
• Coolway Boost, is a hair treatment that adds moistures and protects from heat. According to the card provided, it lock in that straitened style before you get out of the shower. If thats the case, its really not a product I need. I don't think my hair could get any straighter. This also came with a discount code to use on the coolway site and get 20% off...it expires tomorrow. Thanks BB5.
• Tree Hut Shea Sugar Body Scrub, is definitely a product I could see myself using, especially when travelling. I love body scrubs and am currently using one from Soap & Glory. I also have and Arbonne one that I can't wait to use up! Review on a few Arbonne products coming soon.
• I also received a BB5 own compact brush, which is great to carry around in you handbag.
• In the first photo posted you will see also a Set of Brush Guards containing 3 pieces one for and eyeshadow brush, a blush brush and a larger powder brush. These are great for holding the brushes shape while drying and travelling.
• Also in the first photo, there is a $50 gift card to iTRAIN, I think I might actually look into this and download a work out to start getting into shape for the summer.

Another thing I wasn't too keen on, was the packaging. I like having a use for the boxes afterwards. Like Glossy Box, who have really nice boxes, and sure I could probably use this for something else, such as wrapping a gift, but in the mean time there is no place to store it. I don't no, these are just my opinions on the box, maybe I'm just upset about how long it took to come. Are any of you subscribed to Beauty Box 5, who do you feel about it? Should I maybe give it another chance?

Glossy Box| February 2013

As promised (better late than never right?) here is my first Glossy Box unboxing post!!
This month we were celebrating Glossy Box Canada's first birthday! Exciting right. With that being said, I have heard quite a bit of negativity towards this box compared to the one from the UK for example. Now, I don't know if it's because this is a "birthday celebratory box" or what, but I was quite happy with it. Now time to share what cam in this months glossy box:

Glossy Anniversary Cupcake Set: I love this, I like that its super cute and perfect for decorating my upcoming easter treat boxes I plan on making for a few friends.

Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips: Now, I'm not one who usually gets blackhead. That being said, I still love these strips. I put them on for the recommended 10 minutes and take it of and my nose feels so smooth. As my nose is usually exceptionally dry, I just feel like they just pull away all the dryness. Im also really happy that I got these it a full size package and they're sold for a pretty high price in my local store, and the last time i bought them the pack of six contained on 2!!! It was just my luck that I didn't notice until weeks later. Sigh.

Anatomicals Rose and Jasmine Body Cleanser: This was another full size item, and I have yet to try it. When I first saw it, I was pretty turned of with it being rose scented. As soon as I smelled it though, It was amazing! Its like the sickly scent of rose, sweetened with the scent of jasmine. I love it, and can't wait to use it!

Eucerine Hyal-Urea Anti Wrinkle Day and Night Creme: This is another thing I have yet to try. I'll probably save it for a trip or something as its packaged in little sachets.

Macadamia Healing Oil Treatment: To be honest, despite all the amazing things I've heard about this brand, I'm pretty nervous to try it. 1) I have pretty fine-oily hair, and don't want to make that worse 
2) My hairs not really damaged in any way. Let me know your thoughts on it down in the comments, should I just go for it and only put a little on my ends??

Crabtree & Evelyn Tarocco Orange hand therapy: I'm not going to lie, I was so excited when I saw this. Just the week before I was looking into ordering some Crabtree & Evelyn online. I've yet to try it. But goodness, if I like it, you know I will be buying some more.

Essence Quattro eyeshadow in Chic-ify: To be honest, I'm not usually one to wear eyeshadow. This is mainly because I can hardly see out of my right eye, so doing anything to my left eye is near impossible. The colours are really nice and we'll see what I can do with it. Here's a close up anyways

Elite Models Intensity Eye Pencil in Black: Again I wasn't as excited about this as I was with the other items. I used it the other day though, and I think I'm excited. This is a waterproof eyeliner, which is great for my watery eyes. I have pretty sensitive eyes, so for the first little bit after putting on any eye makeup my eyes get really watery (mascara is the worst). Like I said though, I used this the other day, It lasted all day and even though it is a black mascara it really made my dark eyes stand out. When usually whenever I put on any eyeliner I end up look like some no-eyed panda...thing. Anyways, I love this stuff and It may become a part of my everyday.

Hello my lovelies!

I'm to share something exciting for all the Canadian and US readers out there, and even though I don't hear from you (...sigh), I like to think of you all as friends, and every view I see only motivates me to post more. 

Beauty Box 5 is turning 1! and as you can see they're giving out Gift Cards to Sephora until March 15 (2013). 

I love beauty boxes and think that they are a great way to try new products, especially ones that you may not be able to get where you live. As the end of the month is approaching. I have decided to post unboxing videos on the boxes I receive, And hope you will all join me and share your opinions on what you received.

Beauty Box 5 is a $12 monthly subscription service that provide you with 4-5 deluxe samples of old and new favourites. 

Here's the link for you all to sign up!

And don't forget to tell all of your friends!