FEBRUARY 2013 BIRCHBOX REVIEW

Welp, it’s that time of the month again (no, not that) — time for my Birchbox! I am always excited to get these! Here’s a look inside:

Miss Jessie’s | Original Pillow Soft Curls: This is a styling lotion for curly hair that promises a light, big, soft, fluffy, frizz-free curl. Just scrunch it into your damp hair & go! I have naturally curly hair and I am always looking for a great curl product. I don’t wear my hair curly very often because I still haven’t found just the right product that will make my curls look and feel how I want. But, this might just be the one. If not, it comes pretty darn close. Not only does it actually do what it says, it smells incredible too. The full-size retails for $22.

 Vasanti | Brighten Up! Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator: This is a serious (dermatologist-quality) facial scrub. Intended to be used 3-5 times weekly, this scrub exfoliates and cleanses your skin. It has both enzymes and microderm crystals that work to get rid of dead skin cells and rejuvenate tired skin. A single tube claims to last about six months. I will have to say that it did feel like you were rubbing sand into your face, but my skin felt great afterward. I loved trying this product. The full-sized tube retails for $34.

Lancome | LA BASE PRO:  Here is a silicone-based primer to help mask the appearance of fine lines, deep pores, and dry patches on your face. Apply before your foundation for a smooth, flawless look. Honestly, I love how this product goes on and feels on the face. The full-size runs at $42 (ouch! it’s not that miraculous…).

Color Club | Wild Cactus: This emerald green nail color is from Color Club’s Fiesta Collection. I LOVE these nail polishes. I can’t get enough. Getting them in my Birchbox gives me the confidence to try new, bolder colors that I wouldn’t probably buy for myself ordinarily — especially this emerald green, which happened to be named Pantone’s 2013 Color of the Year. And, it couldn’t have come at a better time of the year as we get ready for St. Pat’s Day!

Ghirardelli | Milk & Caramel Squares: This was popped in the Birchbox just for fun! Who doesn’t love these scrumptious little squares! You can pick these up anywhere for around $4-5 a bag. Totally worth it!

There you have it! I loved my Birchbox and can’t wait for next month’s. To learn more about Birchbox, or to subscribe, click here. Here’s the low-down on how the subscription works: Each month, you receive a box filled with samples of high-end beauty and lifestyle products. You can subscribe for a whole year, or just try it out month-to-month. The boxes are $10/month & it’s always a fun surprise to see what’s inside! Once you get your Birchbox in the mail, you can sign in online for a list of the products you received, more information, videos on how to use the products, as well as the option to purchase them with free shipping during that month. With each product in your box, you also have the option to submit feedback and receive 10 points. 100 points are worth $10 for future redemption in the Birchbox shop on any product they carry or promote. Pretty neat! (And, if you save up your points, you could get your favorite item free.) Also, for each friend you refer to Birchbox, you will be rewarded with 50 free points! It’s so fun! Happy Sampling.