So I got my Birchbox a little over a week ago and didn’t get a chance to write up this review until now but better late than never right?
For those who don’t know, Birchbox is a monthly beauty sampling subscription service that costs $10/month!
Birchbox is one of my favorite subscription services because I find myself actually using and loving everything (or almost everything) I receive! I’ve discovered many new brands from this sub!
Another reason I love Birchbox is their INCREDIBLE point system! For every item in your box you review, you receive 10 Birchbox points, which is equal to $1 in the Birchbox store. Something new they started this year is if you share your Birchbox on FB or Twitter you will get an additional 10 points! These points add up super fast since you can get $6 or more worth of store credit each month!
This month’s theme is “Let’s Do This” and can I just say how cute this box is? I love the colors and pattern! If you’re a subscriber chances are you already know this but for those who don’t, be sure to save your boxes every month - if you already don’t save them, let’s be real, many of us save and reuse these boxes like crazy! I remember one of Birchbox's videos said they were planning to do something special later on in the year!
Anywho ~ each box comes with a card detailing the products chosen for you - which I forgot to take a picture of…really Pri? FAIL!
Sumita Color Contrast Eyeliner in Jaipur Gold - .024 oz $4.80
Both of these items amount the price of what I paid for the box which is pretty cool! I’ve heard amazing things about this beauty balm, it provides light coverage and anti-aging benefits! However, after trying this 3-4 times in the past week, I have to say this product is not for me. I don’t know why but something in the formula makes my face super itchy when I had this beauty balm on!
As for the eyeliner, I’m having mixed feelings because I don’t know if I’ll use it as much I would like…which is why I’m debating on keeping it for myself or gifting it to a friend. Sumita eyeliners are super fun, I’ve used a few in the past so that makes it more difficult to let go of it since I know I’ll love the formula!
Paula’s Choice Resist C15 Super Booster - 0.12 oz $8.59? (I feel like I did the math wrong)
Essentiel Elements Wake Up Rosemary Body Lotion - 1.5 oz $3.56
Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Mask - 1 oz $4.95
The Super Booster sample is soooo tiny compared to what I expected from the packaging! It’s an anti-aging liquid that promotes brighter, firmer skin and fades dark spots. This is definitely going onto my swap shop on eDivv! The link is under my social medias in my description if you’re interested!
The body lotion smells soooo good, exactly like rosemary and mint!! It’s a lightweight hydrator and the rosemary and mint is supposed to be energizing. I’m holding off from using it until I finish up a few of my other lotions I have open right now.
I tried the Briogeo hair mask in the past and it did not work with my hair at all so this is going in my swap shop as well. It’s supposed to be super hydrating and it’s meant to strengthen and hydrate your hair with a blend of natural botanicals.
The total value of this box - assuming I did the math right - is $27.10, that’s almost 3 times what I paid!
I think this was an average box for me, it wasn’t terrible but it wasn’t amazing. I’m glad I got the Dr. Jart because I had been curious about the product for a while! The liner and lotion are definitely my favorite products in the box and hopefully I’ll be able to trade the super booster and hair mask with someone!
What are your thoughts on January’s Birchbox? If you’d like to subscribe,you can so here!
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