August Glossybox

The August Glossybox is a celebration of Glossbox's third birthday. To celebrate such Glossybox has not only thrown in an extra product but it has given it's signature box a slight make over. 

You will see from the picture above on the left is the new box whereas the box on the right is the signature style. Normally the box is pastel pink and glossy throughout - signifying the title "glossybox" whereas this month the box is matte texture and slightly smaller, the logo is also larger. I am not sure if this is a permenant change or a special edition in light of their anniversary; either way I am actually fond of the beautiful matte finish although, it is kind of contradicting the logo name and idea. 

Differences aside. The above picture shows what came in this months glossybox, overall a nice little treat although unfortunately for glossybox I have seen many subscribers unhappy, yeah ok it's not the best box and considering it's a birthday special it is nothing to shout about. However, for the price and element of surprise I quite like this box and it's contents.

As previously mentioned the box included 6 products this month as oppose to 5. Every month Glossybox include a sneak peak product where they alerts their subscribers of one product that will be included in the box for everyone; this month it was the Philip Kingsley Elasticizer. 

Philip Kingsley Elasticizer, Full Size £38/250ml

Surprisingly I have never heard of this product. Boasting it's creation to Audrey Hepburn, this pre shampoo treatment is designed to give your hair elasticity, bounce and shine without weighing it down. A lovely little sampler, considering the price of this product I look forward to testing it out. 

Kryolan for GLOSSYBOX, Full Size £12.95/4.5g 

You can see from the picture above the beautiful creamy highlighter that has been designed by Kryolan specifically for this months glossybox. 

The highlighter itself is very lightweight and full sized, it offers a subtle glow complementing any skin tone. I can defiantly see myself reaching for this adorable little pot in the future. 

Figs & Rouge, Mini Hand Cream, Full Size £6.95/80ml 

I love a good hand cream and this one does not disappoint. Not only does it smell absolutely delightful but it is enriched with Shea Butter, leaving your hands soft, nourished and ultimately pampered after every use.

I'll be sure to add this beauty into my handbag, even if it's just to smell! 

YVES ROCHER, Pink Nail Polish, Full Size £3.60/3ml

This little pot of joy was the 6th birthday bonus product in this months box. 

At only 3ml this is the tiniest nail polish I have ever seen, however I love it! Perhaps it's because tiny products really excite me, it is so adorable.

The color itself is a beautiful natural pink tone, it was completely opaque after one coat and glided on nicely. The only issue I had with this was the look it have once dried, you'll see from the image below it gives off a matte, kind of bubbly look - however I will note I did not apply a top coat. 

ESSENCE, I Love Extreme Crazy Volume Mascara, £2.79/12ml

I have only recently noticed the brand essence and that is thanks to wilkinsons. However, I do not own any of their products so I was very excited to give this a go.

You'll see from the photo that it does make a difference. It does provide volume and deep colour but I personally find it very clumpy.

All negatives aside it is a nice little bonus in the box, the brand itself is also very affordable. It's not the worse mascara I have ever tried!

LALIQUE L'Amour - Full Size £67/50ml

Glossybox treated us this month to a lovely little sample of the L'Amour perfume. 

It has a lovely fresh floral scent, it's a little strong to start with but once it has settled - Goregous! Nice little sample to explore, based on the price I don't think I will be saving for this. A little gem all the same. 

A nice box this month, defiantly something to compliment Glossybox on their third anniversary. The box also came with a few coupon codes so that's something extra with this box! 

Nice! 

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GLOSSYBOX June 2014

GLOSSYBOX June 2014 Edition 

Glossybox is a monthly subscription box that for £13.25 (that includes postage) a month a box will be sent to your door filled with 5 products some sample size, others full size. This months edition was the summer edition; here's what was in my box -

As usual the box came in it's beautful pink shade wrapped in black tissue paper and tied with a glossybox bow - here is what it looks like; 

This month I received three full size items and two sample size.

So Susan Cosmetics Universal Blush, 4g/ 0.14 oz- RRP £18 

This product was a spoiler early in June and every subscriber was promised either this blush or the concealer alternative, both by So Susan. I personally have never heard of the brand until this glossybox but judging my retail price I expect good things from this brand.

The blush itself is enriched with Bunti Fruit Oil, fragrance free and not tested on animals - always a moral plus! It is advertised as a blush that nourishes the epidermis, while refocusing redness and even offers UV protection! Nice summer product to have, to enhance color on the cheeks and protect your skin.

Having swatches the blush it has a lot of shimmer so perhaps maybe not something I would wear often and the blush is advertised as having high pigments on the skin? Maybe it's because this shade is light on my skin but I don't agree with that at all, all I see is a high shimmer. I put quite a bit on my hand for you to see below. Furthermore, for an exspensive blush the packaging is very cheap compared to higher ends. 

Rituals ... Qi Ging - Spray 50ml - RRP £3.50 

This is essentially a deodorant, it is described by glossybox as being a 24hour protection spray from perspiration that leaves skin subtle with a summery scent. All I can say is it does smell lovely, floral and summery (infused with white lotus and nourishing yi yi ren) but whether it lasts 24hrs is a different questions. Definitely a good product to try during the summer heats!  

Teeez Trend Cosmetics Beautiful Flat Stiff Brush, €19 = £15.16 

A nice little surprise, you can never have too many brushes! This particular brush is actually made with natural hair and judging my the soft feel you can tell! It is a nice little travel size product that will for in any make up bag, ideally for eye shadow I can see this brush being added to my every day make up bag. 

Nailgirls 3-in-1 base/topcoat & nail strengthener, 10ml - Full Size £13.50

I am very impressed with the sample size of this nail top coat, the full size is only 5ml bigger than the sample - great! It is described as providing a longer lasting top coat that provides for both the perfect base and nail hardener in one. I can't wait to try this out! 

QV Skincare - QV Skin Lotion, 15ml - Full Size 250ml at £6.06 

Following the nail varnish this is a tiny sample, but a sample netherless. I was a little disappointed to receive this product that is discribed as a moisturiser for dry skin relief - a problem I don't suffer from personally. Therefore this will be a nice little gift to a friend of mine! 

So that's everything this month, overall I'm satisfied, not overwhelmed but what do you expect for a little over a tenner a month! A nice little selection of goodies to try this month. 

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