Showing posts with label beauty box. Show all posts
Showing posts with label beauty box. Show all posts

Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Save on Target Beauty Boxes



Target Beauty boxes have never disappointed but I think the newest box was the most packed box I have ever seen.

Never ordered a Target Beauty box? They are so amazing. I can never pass them up for ONLY $7.00 but did you know with a Target Red card ~~ credit or debit ~~ it's LESS than $7.00 including shipping?  How can you go wrong?


Unfortunately there is no subscription they are on a first come first serve basis. I will do my best to alert y'all when the next Beauty Box is released.

Until then Sign up for your Red Card today.  You also get 5% off every Target purchase when you use your Red Card. The debit card comes straight out of your account so there is no interest.


** This post contains affiliate links I will make a small commission if you sign up for a Red Card using my links 

Friday, June 20, 2014

June's Stunner of the Month


It's that time again, my Stunner of the Month came in. I never thought I would be so excited to see this this box in my mailbox but I really enjoy this subscription. For those of you who are new to Stunner of the month, it is a monthly subscription service that delivers a new and exciting pair of sunglasses to your door every month for only $9.00 per month. My June box featured Bamboozled from the Villian collection level mezzanine "In order to be a world class swindler, and the manipulator of every man's desire, it takes a keen sense of style and one needs to be a master of disguise. Cool as a chameleon, your the next victim is sure to be bamboozled by your look"

My first thoughts are these frames are very unique with light green rims and gold accents.  They remind me of Elton John. Although fun and funky these are not something I would normally wear. But that is the whole point of a subscription box to explore new things. I don't know if I will love these as much as my past month boxes but they are still really interesting.

Never judge a pair of sunglasses until you wear them. It turns out that these glasses are really fun to wear. I think they look much cuter on than I expected. These sunglasses are way out of my comfort zone but I love them. I will probably wear them regularly.


The quality of the sunglasses is great, the same as if you purchased a pair in the store. They are not flimsy and they fold easily. Every month the glasses come in a cute cloth bag to store them in when not in use. This month's bag is a pretty blue and I got a cute Stunner of the Month pin. With a fun subscription box like Stunner of the Month my sunglass collection is growing! I am proud to report I still have all my past month's sunglasses in great shape. But at least I know I'll always have a spare set should something happen. Once again two thumbs up this month for uniqueness and I can't wait to see what next month brings.




Remember, when you sign up for Stunner of the Month you can choose if you want feminine, masculine, or unisex glasses. So although you don't know exactly what you are getting every month, you have some control over the type you receive.  If you decide to sign up because of this post, there is no referral program at this time but you can mention alwaysblabbing sent you. 

There is also an option to gift a subscription. What a fun present to surprise somebody with.  You can like Stunner of the Month on FaceBook and Follow them on Twitter for cool things like contest and pictures of other subscribers in their Stunners. 


I received this product complimentary in exchange for an honest uncompensated review but the opinion expressed is all mine. I only recommend products I feel are good for my readers. 

Saturday, May 24, 2014

Masqueliers Solederm Facial Cream, Body lotion and French Pine Bark



Masquelier's Solederm body lotion is an after sun solution that has been specifically developed to help visibly repair the signs of sun exposure on the skin. It is proven to reduce redness, soothe, moisturize, and hydrate to help combat the visible signs of sun damage and aging.

When I was chosen to review Masqueliers Solederm I was very excited because we spend tons of time outdoors. Sometimes I forget the sunscreen and I'm fair so that means I have a painful burn for a few days.

A week after I received my package I spent the entire day outside and had a nice red sunburned nose and Tzone. So I figured it would be a great time to pull out the Solederm Facial Cream. The cream is a thin to medium consistency but is not watery. It absorbs in seconds and wears perfectly under makeup. It did not peal or flake. When I put the facial cream on I noticed there was no burning or stinging sensation despite the sunburn. It was actually a nice cool feeling.  That night I felt no pain or tightness like I normally do with a sunburn. The next day to my AMAZEMENT I was no longer sunburned. My face feels unbelievably soft and smooth after using Solederm.



The body lotion is a similar constancy but a little thinner. It goes on smooth and absorbs extremely quickly. Although they were not sunburned I used it on my shoulders. I have experienced tons of sunburns on my shoulders. The body lotion has this amazing cooling sensation just like the facial cream. It's lightweight not greasy or oily feeling nor is it dry and flaky.



I had never of French Pine Bark before I was chosen to review it all it takes is 2 pills a day with water or fruit juice to help maintain vein and cellular integrity, provides collagen support and antioxidant protection. So if your New Year's Resolution was to get healthy, these may fit into your routine.


This product will be featured in an upcoming BuluBox so if you want to try it before you buy it, you can sign up for Bulu Box PLUS get 50% off using code BULUGAN084 

Show them some love and follow Masquelier's on Twitter 


I received this product complimentary but the opinion expressed is all mine. Regardless I only recommend products I feel are good for my readers. 


Friday, May 16, 2014

May's Ipsy Glambag



It's that time again May's Ipsy bag is here. I'm very excited about this bag because there are two products I have never used before. That is what makes Ipsy fun is to discover new things. Don't get me wrong I love a new color shadow or lip gloss but if I can find something that I can't live without I think it great.

As most of you know Ipsy is a monthly subscription bag with 4 - 5 deluxe sample or full size beauty products delivered straight to your door for only $10.00 per month. They all have a theme and come with a coordinating makeup bag. Most of the bags are super cute. I can honestly say even if I hate EVERYTHING in a bag one month (that's highly unlikely) I wouldn't cancel.  I just know if I did cancel the next bag would be the most amazing one I ever saw.  Lately there have been so many variations between bags I wouldn't mind getting two Ipsy bags but I would be afraid of duplicates so I haven't done it yet.

This month's theme is Fresh Picks - So what is in my May Glambag? Lets see:

The first thing is a deluxe size sample Hang Ten Classic Sport SPF 50 while admittedly there is nothing fun or exciting about SPF it is a necessity so I'm happy to try a new brand. It has a light scent and goes on smooth. I will be using it soon because we spends tons of time outdoors during the spring/summer months.  Full size sells for $12.99.

The next thing is a deluxe size sample Pacifica Mineral Shadow duo #2 which is a shiny white and a deep purple matte shadow. I received Pacifica perfume a while back but did not know they had eyeshadows. I always like to try new shadows and these colors look interesting, a little out of my comfort zone with the white. But I'm excited to try this. Full size quad sells for $14.00

The next thing I'm ridiculously excited about trying a 1.75 oz size bottle Avene Thermal Spring Water. I know I probably shouldn't be this excited because like a post on Instagram said "it's water" but I have never even heard of cosmetic water before so this is completely new. I imagine it will be a refreshing spritz for after a workout or like it says after a shave to prevent razor burn. So I can't wait to give this a try. Full size sells for $18.00 -- I can imagine more like hope it's more than water.

The next thing is a .5 oz size bottle of NO Frizz Organic Sesame and Lemon Grass Balancing oil. I"m a little on the fence about this one but I'll try anything once. I do have frizzy hair so it's not like I wouldn't benefit from it. Plus I have grown fond of using oils in my hair so you never know I may love this one. Full size 1 oz sells for $25.00

The last thing is probably the thing I am most excited to try a .34 oz tube of BooBoo Cover a concealer with healing benefits.  How cool is that? I hate my scars and fresh wounds or even acne showing so if this help heal and conceal, that's amazing. This is also a product I have never heard of so it's something new. Full size sells for $19.99

So I think this month's glambag is hit. What do you think? What did you get that you are excited to try? If you are not an Ipsy member and want to join, please use my link!


Friday, March 21, 2014

Treasure Pack subscription box



What woman wouldn't want a box filled with jewelry delivered to her door for $14.99/m with free worldwide shipping. I want to tell you about Treasure Pack a new monthly subscription box which is just that. Although the box itself was a little lackluster, it was filled with jewelry. I asked my hubby what he would pay for the jewelry I got and he said probably around $100.00 so I would say not bad for $15.00.

If it makes sense I was both impressed an appalled when I unpacked my jewelry. I was very appalled that is was all shoved in a TINY box but the jewelry itself was great. There was only a few pieces that I would were myself but some of it is great for my girls.  I was also shocked that I received 3 of the same rings,  I will say they are super cute. Plus I have three girls so it may have just been fate I can give one to each.

I fell in love with a turquoise bangle bracelet that I have already worn to church. The quality is no different from something other cosmetic jewelry you would pick up at WalMart. There were a few more pieces that I really liked as well. I think this box of jewelry is worth way more than $14.99. I asked my hubby how much he would pay for it. He guess what he thought each piece was worth and came to roughly $100.00.  I have to agree since I received 10 pieces of jewelry. 







If you are looking for an affordable way to expand you jewelry collection Treasure pack is the way to go. It"s so fun to have jewelry delivered to your door and with that many pieces in each box there's sure to be at least one you love.  Then you can use the others as gifts. 

They also have a sunglasses and scarf subscription too! How fun is that. I lose sunglasses almost daily so the sunglasses box would be tons of fun to me and the scarf box would be great during the winter. If you sign up before the 17th of the month you will get that month's box if not you'll get the next month's box. As with most subscription boxes you pay monthly and can cancel at anytime. 

I received this box complimentary in exchange for an honest uncompensated review but the opinion expressed is all mine.






Saturday, August 10, 2013

Ipsy's August 2013 Glambag




Hey have you heard about Ipsy? If you haven't this is the scoop it's $10.00 per month and you get cute make up bag with 4/5 full size or deluxe samples.I have been a member for a few months and have not been disappointed.  There are usually a few variations of the bag so every month I feel a little like a child on Christmas eve waiting for Santa. It's a great way to try premium products without the high dollar cost. 

You take a quiz and the products are tailored towards you from your answers. Each month they have a theme and the products and bag go with that theme. This is my August Bag "Glamour Academy".  I love the bag this month, it's so pretty and the products inside are awesome. 

The first thing is a deluxe size 1oz sample of Micheal Todd  Pumpkin facial mask.  The full size is 3.4 oz and cost $34.00.  Next is a Nailtini nail lacquer cost $13.00 a bottle. Sample of PixiBeauty Lash Booster Mascara it's a really nice size sample, full size sells for $19.00. Sample size of Urban Decay Revolution lipstick. It's the cutest sample in a silver tube. Full size sells for $22.00. Last but not least there's t a MicaBeauty shimmer powder full size sells for $9.99. Since they are not all full size I can't say look how much I saved. But I can say if you were to buy these things to try you would have spent a lot more than $10.00. 

I love getting my Ipsy glambag in every month if you want to get your own bag check it out here and Join me   

I'll post full reviews of the products I love soon so stay tuned.  Let me know if you decide to join.