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Sample Society ~ August 2013
August’s Sample Society
Chic Summer Send-Off
“As we bid summer adieu, remember there’s no reason to give up the effortless, stripped-down beauty of the season. That’s why this month’s box has everything you need to flaunt your bet natural self – from radiance-boosting skin care to haute neutral lip gloss. ”
KORRES CHERRY OIL LIP GLOSS ~ 11 BUFF
DR. T’S SUPERGOOP! CITY SUNSCREEN SERUM SPH 30
JANE IREDALE PURELASH LASH CONDITIONER
ELEMENTAL HERBOLOGY CELL PLUMPING FACIAL HYDRATOR SPF8
DR. HAUSCHKA CLEANSING CREAM
To get your own fabulous box click on the banner. 🙂 Price is only $15/Month Free S/H
KORRES CHERRY OIL LIP GLOSS ~ 11 Buff. Meet your new wear-everywhere neutral. The high-shine formula smoothes and hydrates lips, and the flattering hue transitions effortlessly into fall.
DR. T’S SUPERGOOP! CITY SUNSCREEN SERUM SPH 30 Protects skin and moisturizes on contact, without the thick, greasy, and -yup-goop feel.
JANE IREDALE PURELASH LASH CODITIONER ~ Strengthen, lengthen and thicken lashes in one coat.
ELEMENTAL HERBOLOGY CELL PLUMPING FACIAL HYDRATOR SPF 8 ~ Plump it up:reveal radiant skin with the collagen-boosting formula, designed to give you a smoother fresher face.
DR. HAUSCHKA CLEANSING CREAM ~ Sweet almond meal gently exfoliates skin to remove impurities – and give you that coveted end-of-summer glow.
Julep Maven ~ August 2013
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAVENS! This month Julep turned two! I should have taken a picture of the NEW box. It was PURPLE! I’m wondering if it’s just due to the birthday celebration or a new look? They also cut the information cards this month in an effort to reduce paper materials in their boxes and I can appreciate that. I guess we’ll find out next month.
For August’s Julep Maven “Garden Party” box I chose Classic With A Twist.
“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” ~ Anais Nin
My shades this month:
Sylvia ~ a lilac purple crème.
Veronica ~ a modern mauve crème. I like this a lot more than I thought I would.
Add On Lacey ~ a midnight blue with purple shimmer.
Julep Double Step ~ This stick “moisturizes feet, stimulates circulation, and prevents blisters” in a no mess way.
The little bonus item this month was forget-me-not seeds.
To get your own box visit Julep Maven and use code FREEBOX to get your first month FREE.
BlackBox by Cult Cosmetics Review ~ July 2013
This is my second month with Blackbox by Cult Cosmetics. It is a new nail polish subscription box that sends you full-sized polishes, tools, and tutorials for making nail art!
PRICE: $19.99 plus $5 shipping ($9.99 for first month with current offer)
Your box will include 3 seasonal nail polishes, a professional tool and tutorials for 3 different looks.
^^^ Everything was packaged carefully. Each polish was bubble wrapped and then all together sealed in a thick plastic bag. Here is what I got:
Essie ~ Mojito Madness ~ $8
Essie ~ Rock The Boat ~ $8
OPI Nail Lacquer in Silver Shatter ~ $7
Mash Marbleizing Dotting Tool Set ~ $6
I’m loving this box and can’t wait to try the dotting tool! Wish me luck! Thank goodness they show you how it’s done or my nails would be a hot mess.
So what do you think? Is this box for you?
~D
I paid for this box on my own and all opinions are mine.
Total Beauty ~ Mystery Collection August 2013
I received my Total Beauty Mystery Collection today. It should have been called the Revlon Collection. Anyway.. I paid $22.10 (shipping included) after using the coupon code Mystery1 The box contained 7+ full size products from past collections, plus 3 samples with a value of over $75.
Revlon ColorStay Nail Polish (4) ~ Trade Winds, Sunburst, Jungle, and Seashell. Value $8 Each
Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter (2) ~ Pink Lemonade and Sorbet. Value $7.50 each
Revlon ColorStay 16 Hour Eye Shadow ~ Sea Mist. Value $7.50
Chella Exfoliating Cleanser
Ziaja Goat’s Milk Day Cream
NYX Roll On Shimmer ~ Almond. Value $3
NYX Color Lip Balm ~ XIE XIE. Value $3
Honest Co Lip Calm ~Sweet Orange Vanilla. Value $4
Ferro Cosmetics Samples ~ Terra Cotta and Suzie’s Glow. Value $4
Skoshbox ~ August 2013
Skoshbox is a super fun & yummy Japanese snack and candy box. It’s shipped from Hawaii. In addition to the snacks, there’s usually a bonus non food item thrown in!
I’ve NEVER I mean EVER tried Japanese candy. 🙁 When I found out about this box I jumped right on it!
PRICE: $12 with free shipping.
On the opposite side of the card is a list of all your treats AND the ingredients.
My bonus item this month is HASHI ~ My very own pair of chopsticks for meals at home. Itadakimasu!
Almond Rush ~ White or Milk Chocolate bars with slices of almonds.
Suzume No Tamago ~ Peanut coated in a crisp cracker shell.
Cheese Kibun ~ A thin crispy rice cracker coated with a blast of cheese
Mini Salad ~ Airy Rice Crackers with a savory salad-dressing-like coating
Fuwa Fuwa Jelly ~ Fluffy marshmallow jelly. Cider or melon. I got melon
BONUS MYSTERY SNACK: Fruit Gummy ~ I got grape and a melon.
Elise Stick ~ Crispy wafer stick with a rich creamy milk or matcha filling.
Milk Caramel ~ A classic soft chewy piece of caramel.
Umaibo ~ Puffed corn snack: cheese and corn potage flavors.
So very very impressed with this box! I love trying new things and this is a perfect outlet to do so. To get your own box click —> Skoshbox
I paid for my own box and all opinions are 100% mine. ~D
Ophelia’s Apothecary ~ July 2013
Ophelia’s Apothecary sent out another fabulous box! I just love the personal notes she puts on the goodies list.
Based out of Branson, Missouri, this is an indie face/body/spirit care company. They’ve been around for a few years, but their subscription service is new.
The Price: $15/month with quarterly and twice yearly subscriptions also available.
Yellow Exfoliating Shower Glove ~ I love these gloves!
1 oz Mineral Rich Bath Salt ~ Rich mineral sea salt infused with essential oils and lovely rose petals.
Blueberry Limon Face Cleanser ~ Smells amazing!
Sugared Strawberry xxxx Lip Scrub ~ (kiss kiss kiss kiss lip scrub)
Lemony meringue Hand Cream ~ meh
Shea Butter Lip Gloss ~ “Hera”
Tranquil Sleep Pillow & Linen Spray ~ Vanilla, Lavender and Sheer Musk OH MY! Soo in love with this spray!
To get yours go to Ophelia’s Apothecary.
If you refer someone, please mention me Denise Rivera 🙂 Thank you Thank you!
*New* Subscription Box ~ The I.N.N. Box By iNZURi
Are you part of the I.N.N. crowd? The iNZURi Nail Nation is a monthly subscription service. We curate the best of the best into three collection a month.
In this box we’ll send you:
- 3 Full Size nail polishes
- Nail care tools
- Free beauty samples,
- A full size surprise.
PRICE: $19.50 + S/H
