Birchbox Limited Edition Home Box - December 2012 Review

This year Birchbox offered a limited edition Home Box, and I had to have it!

The Box: Birchbox Home Limited Edition

The Cost: $60

The Products: Home, food, decor and kitchen items.

They included recipe cards and entertaining tips using some of the items in the box. I loved that the recipes were really simple!

Dean & Deluca Rosemary - Value $3.75

Jonathan Adler Playing Cards - Value $10

Birchbox Herringbone Napkins - Value $6

Birchbox Recipe Cards - Value $10

Paperless Post Cards (2) - Value $5

Birchbox Chalkboard Placecards - Value $15

Sabatino & Co. Roma Truffle & Sicilian Salt - Value $20.50

Quirky Citrus Spritzer - Value $4.99

I love the packaging of this salt - plus it smells fantastic.

Core Bamboo Spatulas - Value $15

I love the citrus colors of these spatulas, but unfortunately as soon as I picked them out of the box I got a splinter from the wooden handle - these aren't as high quality as I would have liked!

Antica Farmacista Home Ambiance Fragrance in Prosecco - 100 ml Value $25

This is probably my favorite item in the box - it smells fantastic! It's crisp, fresh, and not overwhelming. I just bought 2 more: one in Prosecco and one in Noble Fir.

P.S. I Made This DIY Set - Value $10

This set included 4 fabric cocktail napkins, and materials needed to paint them.


Verdict: I'm really pleased with the value of items in this box. I discovered some great items, and I really hope they create a regular Birchbox Home subscription - I would defintiely sign up!

Did you get this box? What did you think? (FYI, the box is no longer available, but most items are available for individual purchase in the Birchbox Home Pop Up Shop.


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Birchbox - December 2012 Review - Women's Monthly Beauty Subscription Boxes

 I love when Birchbox changes up their packaging for the holidays.

The Box: Birchbox

The Cost: $10 a month (Get one month free with annual subscription)

The Products: Samples of beauty and lifestyle items, with an occasional full sized treat!

Juicy Couture Fragrance - .05 oz Value $1.30

I usually never excited about getting fragrance samples in subscription boxes, but I do really like this scent.

Frownies Eye Gels - 1 set Value $10

These are...interesting! You have to leave them on for 30 min, so I haven't had an opportunity to try them yet. They're supposed to increase circulation and deliver deep hydration, which should diminish wrinkles and puffiness.

 Per-fekt Beauty Lash Perfection Gel - .01 oz Value $1

This sample was soo tiny. I was pretty disappointed in the sample size because most mascara samples usually last me a week or two.  This mascara wasn't for me though - it did make my lashes super dark, but didn't give me the volume and length I look for in mascara.

Number 4 Clarifying Shampoo - 1.75 oz Value $6.65

Yay! A sulfate free shampoo! This will definitely go to use.

Tea Forte Smart Skin Teas - 3 bags Value $1.12 total

Well, thanks to subscription boxes I will never experience a tea shortage in my house! The Cherry Marzipan flavor sounds delicious - I'm going to have to start drinking more tea!

Coupon code to Rent the Runway - $50 Off $125


Verdict: I received about $20 worth of product in the December Birchbox. I'm not in love with every item, but definitely excited to try the shampoo and the Frownies. Were you happy with your Birchbox this month?


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Birchbox Shop Coupon - $10 Off $35 Discount Code!

Sweet! Use coupon code RTR10 to save $10 off $35 at Birchbox. I combined the coupon with my points to snag this Limited Edition Birchbox Home box. (It's $58, with a value of $140).

FYI - Shipping is free on orders over $25. What will you be using your Birchbox points and coupon for?


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Birchbox December 2012 - Sneak Peek! Women's Monthly Beauty Subscription Boxes

Spoiler alert! Check out this video to see some of the products that will be featured in this month's Birchbox. Any items you are excited for? I'm hoping there are new items they didn't show in the video!

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New Birchbox Limited Home Box! November 2012

Birchbox just launched their first ever Limited Edition Home Box! This is a one time only box - not a subscription, but I would love to see a home subscription line from Birchbox as well. Hopefully this pop-up shop goes well!

The Box: Birchbox Home

The Cost: $58

The Products:

"This limited edition box is jam-packed with products for your kitchen, dining room, and beyond. Whether you’re a beginner cook or an expert chef, you’ll love custom Birchbox Recipe Cards (complete with recipes from three top food bloggers), the snazzy Core Bamboo Spatula Set, and Quirky’s smart Stem citrus spritzer. We’ve also included Dean & Deluca’s Rosemary and Sabatino & Co. Roma's Truffle Sea Salt to amp up all your dishes. There are chalkboard placecards and eye-catching cocktail napkins for your next soiree, plus an Antica Farmacista Home Ambiance Fragrance to set the mood. Use Paperless Post’s flat-printed cards to send a sweet note, then use the included promo to design your own stationery online. And you’ll have fun using your P.S.-I Made This… DIY Kit to design fun ikat fabric napkins using these Mydrap cotton napkin rolls and other one-of-a-kind creations. Every box includes either ultra-mod Jonathan Adler Playing Cards (colors may vary) or whimsical Chambre de Sucre Rainbow Sugar Crystals—choose your option from the drop-down menu."

Considering the value of this box is over $140, I think it's a great deal if you would use most of the items for yourself or as gifts. I'm thinking I'll make use of my points and grab one soon! What do you think of Birchbox's first home box?

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Birchbox Review - November 2012 - Monthly Beauty and Makeup Subscription Boxes for Women

It's Birchbox time again! I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly the November box showed up in my mailbox.



The Box: Birchbox

The Cost: $10 a month (sign up for an annual subscription and get one month free!)

The Products: Deluxe and sometimes full size beauty and lifestyle items.

ModelCo FIBRE LASHETEND Lengthening Mascara - FULL SIZE! Value $24

This mascara is definitely lengthening!  When I first put it on it looked like I was wearing fake lashes, but they soon settled into a normal look for daytime!

Mox Botanicals Pomegranate & Fig Lip Butter - .1 oz Value $8

John Varvatos Artisan - 1.5 mL Value

Lulu Organics Lavender & Clary Sage Hair Powder - 5 grams Value $1.50

This hair powder smells great and the packaging is pretty cute too.

One Love Organics Aromatic Body Serum - 8 mL Value $5

I love this scent! It's a great sized sample too. I've never heard of body serum before, but I think I'm hooked  now!

Birchbox also included a  coupon for $15 off a pair of Chromatic heels (regular price $88)


Verdict: I received nearly $40 worth of product in this box - I'm thrilled! I also love that most of the items were either deluxe sized or full size. My only complaint? I don't like getting men's cologne in my Birchbox. Oh well! What did you think of this month's box?


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Birchbox November 2012 Unboxing - Sneak Peek Video!

Spoiler Alert! Check out this video that showcases some of the items that will be featured in the November Birchbox! What do you think of this month's samples? Anything you are excited for? I think the treats featured in this month's box look pretty tasty!


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Birchbox Transformations - October 2012 Review - Monthly Women's Beauty and Makeup Subscription Boxes

Since I have two Birchbox subscriptions, this month I decided to go with one goop box and one transformation box - I didn't want to miss out on anything!

This box shipped a little late, so Birchbox credited my account with 100 points ($10) - this box is basically free!

The Box: Birchbox

The Cost: $10 a month (Free month with a year subscription)

The Products: Beauty and lifestyle samples

Beauty Blender - Value $12.97

I have read so many raves about this pink sponge! I can't wait to try it - apparently the key is soaking it in water first.

The Balm Mary Lour Manizer - 1 g Value $3

Luna Fiber Bar - Value $1.50

Supergoop City Sunscreen Serum - 4 mL Value $3.50

Lucy B Pink Frangipani & Wild Jasmine Roll-On Perfume Oils - 2 vials - Value $2

Normally I'm a little disappointed when I get perfume samples in a subscription box, but I surprisingly liked both of these scents!

Verdict: Comparing this box to the goop box I received, I think the goop box is my favorite. This is still a great box - a win for me for the beauty blender alone! Did you get the transformation box? Any products you liked?


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Birchbox and Goop Collaboration - October 2012 Review - Women's Monthly Beauty and Makeup Subscription Boxes

I have been anxiously awaiting for my goop Birchbox to arrive! (I picked the transformations theme with my other subscription - so look for that in an upcoming review).

The Box: Birchbox - goop collaboration

The Cost: $10 a month (get one month free with an annual subscription)

The Products: Deluxe beauty samples and lifestyle products.

Luna Lemon Zest Bar - Value $1.50

Amika Nourishing Hair Mask - .67 oz $4.00

I really like the Amika hair oil I sampled in a previous box, so I'm excited to try this mask.

Chantecaille Faux Cils Mascara - .14 oz Value $18.30

I gave this mascara a trial run today. It doesn't clump at all and adds great length. It's a great everyday mascara for me because it didn't flake or smear and it has a natural look - not too dramatic.

DDF Wrinkle Resist Plus Pore Minimizer - .23 oz Value $11.50

Eve Lom Cleanser and Muslin Cloth - 5 ml and 1 cloth - Value $4.00 for the cleanser and $7.33 for the muslin cloth

Yay! This cleansing system has been on my list to try, but it was a little too pricey to not sample first.


Verdict: I love Birchbox and goop so I was thrilled when I learned about this collaboration - and it did not disappoint! I paid $10 and received over $45 worth of high-quality products. And I will try and use every single item! I also will give feedback on each item and earn $5 to use at Birchbox (check out the tutorial on earning Birchbox points here).

Which Birchbox did you sign up for this month? Any favorite items you would recommend trying?


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Birchbox October 2012 Sneak Peek! Goop Collaboration! Monthly Beauty Subscription Boxes

This month Birchbox has two different themed boxes: a collaboration with Goop, and a box themed around transformations. Since I have two subscriptions I decided to sign up for one of each! I'm pretty excited about some of the items in the Goop box! Which box did you sign up for?


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Birchbox September 2012 Unboxing - Monthly Beauty Subscription Boxes

This is my second Birchbox for September. (If you couldn't tell - I love Birchbox!)

The Box: Birchbox

The Cost: $10 a month including free shipping (Get a month free with a $110 annual subscription)

The Products: Deluxe and sometimes full size beauty and lifestyle items

Color Club Birchbox Custom Polish in Status Update - .25 oz Value $4

When I saw the polishes for this month's box, I wanted this shade and the blue - and I got them both!

Twistband in Lace - Value $2

Nexxus Pro Mend Treatment Shampoo, Conditioner and Leave in Treatment - Value $1

Mighty Leaf Teas - 3 bags Value $2

Eh. Not too excited about either of these items.

21 drops in Focus - 2 ml Value $7.73

Vasanti BrightenUp! Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator - 20 g Value  $5.66

I received this facial scrub in my other Birchbox and I love it - it's a great sample size too!


Verdict: I liked the other Birchbox I received this month more, but this is still a good box. Even though I wasn't super excited about the foil packets, I gave feedback on 8 products in this box and that's 8 dollars to spend at Birchbox. (Check out the tutorial on how to give feedback on Birchbox items and get points here.)


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Birchbox Review - September 2012 - Monthly Beauty Subscription Box Reviews

After watching the video sneak peek of September's Birchbox, I couldn't wait for this month's box to arrive!

Th Box: Birchbox

The Cost: $10 a month including free shipping (Get a month free with a $110 annual subscription)

The Products: Deluxe and sometimes full size beauty and lifestyle items

Dr. Jart+ Water Fuse Beauty Balm SPF 25+ - .1 oz Value  $1.88

Color Club Birchbox Custom Polish in Insta This - .25 oz Value $4

I love getting nail polish minis from Birchbox! I've never used a full sized nail polish completely anyway, plus the mini size is so cute!

Twistband - Value $1.66

Vasanti BrightenUp! Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator - 20 g Value  $5.66

This product is totally new to me and I'm excited to add it to my skincare routine.

Fekkai Technician Color Care Shampoo & Conditioner - .3 oz each Value $1.87 total

The Brush Guard (Lifestyle Extra) Brush Guard Variety Kit - Value $5.50

These aren't the most exciting thing to me - but they are totally practical. (They're also fun to play with!) I'm going away this weekend and I will be using these!

Birchbox also included a Fall Lookbook with ten fall trends to try. Plus one more extra bonus: a $25 off $75 coupon from Madewell.

Verdict: For $10 I received about $21 worth of beauty samples to try. I also reviewed the items and earned an extra 70 Birchbox points ($7) so this box was a great deal. There was a good mix of beauty, skincare, and hair care products. Now I can't wait for my second Birchbox to arrive!


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