Now that we are all familiar with the way Birchbox grooves, let's get on to the juicy stuff-what I received in my very first Birchbox! I signed up for mine and placed my order on June 4th and received it on June 13th, so it didn't take too long to get but let me tell you, those were a pretty excruciating 9 days! Now that I have had some time to test and use these products I will share my careful observations with you!
- beautyblender--blendercleaner
- I'll be completely honest with you. I rarely (BAD KIMMY!) cleanse my brushes. However, as of recent I've purchased a few high end brushes that cost so much money I would wash them with thia just to keep them pristine. I've used the e.l.f brush shampoo and daily cleanser spray as well as simple Johnson and Johnson baby shampoo. This beautyblender cleanser has zero smell to it-which I love-and I could visibly see dirt, oil and crap draining in my sink which tells me this cleanser means business. I wouldnt repurchase mostly because of the price, but I definitely enjoyed sampling it!
- Comodynes--Self-Tanning Intensive
- This was tricky for me. Since I work as a spray tan extraordinaire, I am extremely bias to the products I use. I'm very particular about my tan and I might be the pickiest person when it comes to fake tans. Before I tried this product I absolutely did not trust tanning towelettes; it just didn't seem right to me that a little towel could make my whole body tan without me having a tinted guide. WOW did these towelettes blow me away! I got an overwhelming result with no streaks, no icky smell, and a flawless tan that only my trusty tan turbine could create! I would absolutely repurchase these tan towels.
- Number 4TM--Super Comb Prep & Protect
- When I read the descriptions for this product I was ecstatic. It does exactly what it says; detangles and defrizzes. My hair at this point is getting longer, (and in turn, tanglier) about shoulder length and with this amazing Chicago humidity frizz is back in my daily vocabulary. This product also has UV protectors to keep my fake blonde locks safe and sound. I'll most likely be purchasing this product very soon!
- theBalm cosmetics--Stainiac in Beauty Queen
- What a delightful little product this is! A 2 in 1 lip and cheek stain that promises a subtle long-wearing flush... & that it does my friends. I will definitely be purchasing this, if not I will find a cheaper (surprise) version of this. Where have these stains been hiding my whole life? I love that it is a double product. This one if perfect; no weird consistency or smells. Its just a beautiful simple gel-like stain that gives such a pretty glow in summer. One possible downfall-I did not try this over foundation, just slapped it on my cheeks with a tinted moisturizer on. I feel like maybe this could smear up foundation, just a thought.
- tili--Bags
- This was my lifestyle extra, and what a cutesie patootsie little thing it is! Plain & simple its just a pretty ziploc bag. Mine is pink (thank the heavens) and purple and blue and very very cute. I give it an A+; however a pack of 9-12 is $9.00. Pass. I'll stick to buying boring ones at Target. With a coupon.
- John Varvatos--Star USA
- This was my Birchbox Man Extra... It smelled good. I gave it to my baby bro. He's 22. He liked it. That is all I can say! Haha :)
XOXO, Kimmie ♥