Bellabox September 2014 beauty wardrobe

This month's Bellabox is Beauty Wardrobe in conjunction with Gritty Pretty (blogger). It really has a bit of everything for hair, face, nails, tan, makeup- they seemingly achieved the 'wardrobe' theme they were going for. 

The normal blue box was missing causing a 'wardrobe malfunction' cute Pun bellabox. 

First impression: 

(it's such a nice day, I'm posting from the balcony- like my succulents?) 

The Contents: 

Closer:

The card: 

1. Sleek makeup eye dust-(full size) this is really pigmented! Having dark circles I avoid green shades so I prob won't use this- if anyone got the gold and wants to swap? Comment below! The texture and quality of this is pretty good! It's hyper pigmented and really pearlescent. Hard to believe it's by the same company who sent out last months scabby liner! Being full size this already bumps the box into great value territory. See swatches.

2. Salon tan professional face lotion- (full size) this product is designed to be skincare and tan in one- I'm super happy to see it's a little green based meaning it will be neutral not orange. I enjoy a summer tan but do find it tricky to strike a balance on the face, looking forward to trying this out. This is valued at $19.95- this product alone pays for the box! See swatches.

3. Klorane quinine & vitamin b shampoo- it smells a little masculine and is targeted at stimulating hair follicles- seems a little rogaine to me... I Am willing to try it out though as Klorane do a fabulous dry shampoo. 

4. Bioderma sensibio mask- I really enjoy Bioderma products so I will try this out BUT I really am going to question Bellabox profiles here as this is the 2nd month in a row where I have received sensitive skincare and I do not have sensitive skin. I've been a subscriber for a year now and this is the 3rd sensitive skin mask I've received. I will use this it's just tricky to actually find a time when I NEED to use it. Please bellabox- use our profiles!! 

5. Gelogic nail enamel- (full size) black has become a classic shade in the nail polish wardrobe so I'm quite happy with this polish- while I do have a uv light, this gel polish doesn't need one to set making it uber convienient. Claiming to be long wearing and chip resistant- yes please. First coat I was worried as it looked sheer and patchy, second coat it looked perfectly fine. See swatches. 

Bonus: 

Garnier blur- a bit like benefit porefessional or clinique pore minimiser. 

Revlon colour stay foundation- always nice to try a different formula. 

Swatches: 

 So that's everything- all in all a decent box! I thought Sept was Bellaboxes birthday month but no mention of such was made... 

Top picks- 

Highlight: gelogic nail polish 

Lowlight: foundation sachet 

Bellabox March 2014 'Beauty Diaries'

Bellabox is a $15 'beauty discovery' subscription box delivered monthly. It is available to Australian residents.

So I'm a bit late, BELLABOX came two weeks ago and I've been a busy bee!
This is the Third Bellabox of 2014> the March box. I received this box mid March.

This months box comes in a brown mailer carton box with Bellabox on top, BB iconic dots on edges & the 'inspo' quote "be beautiful, surprise yourself" - Inside is a hard cover box which will be ever handy for a pretty little storage box. This is the new packaging Bellabox has been talking about 'coming soon'. Makes the box seem quite lushy luxe.
NB: A Colleague didn't get this box because she had a huge full size jar of face mask- its good to know they wont limit themselves to teeny items and if need be you'll get a big product instead of an empty box.  Awesome.

This months theme is beauty diaries and the Bellabox team have been discussing their loved products, shades etc on social media- quite a cute personal touch, I always love a theme! 

From the pics you can see it comes packaged nicely with tissue wrap- the little sticker was a Zoe Foster Blake sticker promoting Pantene. Which was the sneak peek product. Zoe is seriously heaven. See her blog here.

The Product Card set up like a spiro diary - cute cute

Now for the contents...

1.Model Co lipstick

2. Happy Skincare repair oil

3.Glam 3 in 1 Nail Pen

4.St Tropez gradual tan for face

5. Pantene Shampoo & Conditioner 

6.(bonus) Natralus Paw paw gel sachet

More info please? 

1.Model Co lipstick (full size) colour

I'm sure there were people praying not to get this shade. I wanted it sooooo bad! Feeling super lucky! I got it! The Model Co packaging on this is awesome- it has a mirror for reapplication when you're out and about. Being brunette I'm taking inspiration from the Foxes below. Though I am not as foxy, I will give it my best to rock this look. the texture and pigment of this product wasn't amazing I had to go over a few times to get the coverage desired.

 

2. Happy Skincare repair oil (sample 15ml) green 

I love a bit of face oil to nourish heal and repair. I would typically use something like this at night as I don't want to be greasy or have my makeup running off my face. In the morning skin looks really bright and fresh and fine dehydration lines are reduced. The smell is nutty/grassy. The texture and greasiness is similar to a rosehip oil.

3.Glam 3 in 1 Nail Pen (full size) tool

Eh. I was happy at first with this but the colour and quality was crap. It does good dots and the stencils are neat little patterns but the product is GLUGGY took forever to dry properly. I would consider emptying it and putting a colour I use in it as it would be useful for travel. see the picture below, two coats and the coverage & colour is pretty yuck! Can't win 'em all.

4.St Tropez gradual tan for face (sample 5ml) cult

St Tropez is one of those tanning brands that is definitely 'cult'. Consistency is light and easy to apply. I love a spray tan but don't usually do my face as its so drying therefore this will be perfect to try out. I like that its 'gradual' so you can really control the depth of colour you will end up with. This product also has anti aging ingredients- always helps.

5. Pantene Shampoo & Conditioner (deluxe sample 40ml each) essential 

The Box smelt delicious and it turned out to be the Pantene.Heaps of people on social media poo pooing this product.. ouch. I'm excited to try it anyway. The feedback so far is that it makes your hair feel light- having heavy, thick hair- I can see the appeal. Watch this space, I'll let you know when I use it!

6.(bonus) Natralus Paw paw gel sachet
I love after sun gels and aloes etc so I look forward to sampling this bonus sachet. Everyone loves paw paw right? So if it has comparable loved benefits it should be a winner!

Value: 
I always find the box to be exceptional value! 
Here's the pro-rata price of each sample: 

1.Model Co lipstick (full size): $19.95

2. Happy Skincare repair oil 15ml: $4.45

3.Glam 3 in 1 Nail Pen (Full size): $9.95

4.St Tropez gradual tan for face (5ml): $3.99

5. Pantene Shampoo & Conditioner (40ml) $0.91 & $0.91

6.(bonus) Natralus Paw paw gel sachet: $0.66

Box total value: $40.82

Cost to me: $15

Once again not bad!!

Highlight: lippy
Lowlight: nail polish kit



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