Viewing an endless number of blogs over the past few years, I kept reading about
Birchbox - a cute little box with four to five hand-picked luxury samples that
gets delivered each month for only $10 (per month)!
Subscribers receive points for every box, and once points start adding up,
they can be used to purchase full-sized products on the Birchbox website.
When signing up, they ask questions about what you're interested in sampling,
so it's very personalized which is great. I signed up near the end of
November and got my first Birchbox within two weeks.
Obviously I was a little slow with posting about it, but here we are.
Better late then never!
Birchbox - a cute little box with four to five hand-picked luxury samples that
gets delivered each month for only $10 (per month)!
Subscribers receive points for every box, and once points start adding up,
they can be used to purchase full-sized products on the Birchbox website.
When signing up, they ask questions about what you're interested in sampling,
so it's very personalized which is great. I signed up near the end of
November and got my first Birchbox within two weeks.
Obviously I was a little slow with posting about it, but here we are.
Better late then never!
1) amika Obliphica Hair Treatment (regular size $34)
I was so excited to see this product when I opened my Birchbox because my straightener is made by amika! This oil treatment is perfect for before or after heat styling! Only a few drops adds shine, nourishes hair, and diminishes frizzes. Plus, the smell is phenomenal. I have a few spots on my head of especially frizzy hair, and this treatment left those problem areas very smooth.
2) AHAVA Mineral Body Lotion (regular size $24)
This lotion left my skin super soft! This mineral body lotion is super smooth because it's a light moisturizer and it sinks into the skin really quickly. My favorite part about this product is actually the scent. The natural aloe and witch hazel extracts leave a very fresh,
energizing aroma!
I was so excited to see this product when I opened my Birchbox because my straightener is made by amika! This oil treatment is perfect for before or after heat styling! Only a few drops adds shine, nourishes hair, and diminishes frizzes. Plus, the smell is phenomenal. I have a few spots on my head of especially frizzy hair, and this treatment left those problem areas very smooth.
2) AHAVA Mineral Body Lotion (regular size $24)
This lotion left my skin super soft! This mineral body lotion is super smooth because it's a light moisturizer and it sinks into the skin really quickly. My favorite part about this product is actually the scent. The natural aloe and witch hazel extracts leave a very fresh,
energizing aroma!
3) Incoco Nail Polish Applique (regularly $7.99 - $10.99)
When I opened my Birchbox I was not loving the print that I got for these nail polish appliques. But, I have used products like this in the past and had great results so I was happy to try out a new brand. I also checked Incoco's website and found that they
have a good selection of other nail prints that I am a fan of.
I haven't had the chance to use these yet, but the application process looks easier
than other nail applique products I've used.
When I opened my Birchbox I was not loving the print that I got for these nail polish appliques. But, I have used products like this in the past and had great results so I was happy to try out a new brand. I also checked Incoco's website and found that they
have a good selection of other nail prints that I am a fan of.
I haven't had the chance to use these yet, but the application process looks easier
than other nail applique products I've used.
4) Jouer Moisturizing Lip Gloss in Birchbox Pink (regular size $20)
I love the fuchsia shade of this lip gloss, but found it to be more sticky than moisturizing. I did like that there was no glitter, and that it's thin enough to apply one coat for a semi-sheer pigment, or build it for a hot pink shade. I probably wouldn't spend $20 on it though.
While Birchbox does sell out of subscriptions from time to time, as of March 2015 they are stocked in Men's ($20 a month), Women's, and gift subscriptions. I would definitely recommend hoping on the list for yourself, your significant other, or a friend, as it's a great way to try out new grooming and beauty products and even find something you fall in love with!
I love the fuchsia shade of this lip gloss, but found it to be more sticky than moisturizing. I did like that there was no glitter, and that it's thin enough to apply one coat for a semi-sheer pigment, or build it for a hot pink shade. I probably wouldn't spend $20 on it though.
While Birchbox does sell out of subscriptions from time to time, as of March 2015 they are stocked in Men's ($20 a month), Women's, and gift subscriptions. I would definitely recommend hoping on the list for yourself, your significant other, or a friend, as it's a great way to try out new grooming and beauty products and even find something you fall in love with!