September 2012 GLOSSYBOX USA

Hello Everyone,

I received my GLOSSYBOX this past Saturday.  As usual, I’m thrilled with the products.

September GLOSSYBOX

GKHAIR Moisturizing Shampoo

Nourished with plant extracts, this superior smoothing shampoo will purify and moisturize the scalp and hair.  Price of full size $20.00 / 10.1oz

GKHAIR Moisturizing Conditioner
This gentle moisturizing conditioner puts the finishing touch on your tresses and leaves your hair smooth, radiant, and revitalized.  Price of full size $20.00 / 10.1oz

GKHAIR Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner

I have never heard of GKHair, so I did a little research.  Its former name is Global Keratin and is rebranding as GKHair.  I was going to use the shampoo and conditioner last night but when I went to read the directions it said “see website for directions”.  I went to their website and these two particular products (Balancing Shampoo and Conditioner) are not listed.  This leads me to believe these are older products that they no longer offer.  Also the name Global Keratin is still on the bottle.

Kryolan for Glossybox Moisture Rich Lipstick in GLOSSY pink
Treat your lips to a creamy, long lasting lipstick enriched with Vitamin E to stimulate and hydrate your lips.  This perfect pop of GLOSSY pink compliments all skin tones and lifestyles.
Price of full size $14.00 / 0.14oz

Kryolan for Glossybox in GLOSSY pink

This is a nice creamy rosey pink lipstick.  I haven’t used it so I can’t comment on the long lasting claim but I did swatch it on the back of my hand and had to work hard to get it off so that’s a good sign.

Misha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF42

Hailing from Korea, this Blemish Balm, also known as BB Cream is a multi-tasking powerhouse for the face.  This multi-use cream provides light coverage, soothes, protects, and moisturizes.  Price of full size $29.99 / 1.69oz

Misha M Perfect Cover BB Cream

I was very excited to receive this “sample”…it’s a full size!!!  I’ve been reading articles and watching videos about BB creams and have never purchased any.  I put a bit on the back of my hand and it is so incredibly smooth and creamy.  I have combination to oily skin and I while I think this product will be too oily for my skin, I’m looking forward to trying it.  Maybe I can use it as a weekend foundation when I’m running errands or staying home.

OC8 Professional Mattifying Gel

This innovative mattifying gel lets you get control of your shine all day long.  Clinically tested, this one of a kind gel keeps shine down while helping you achieve a fresh flawless even tone look.  For all skin types.  Price of full size $30.00 / 1.6oz

I am always thrilled to get anything that says it's mattifying.  This is a full size “sample” and costs  $30.   Now knowing anything about the product, I did a little research.  The website says:

For years, photographers and makeup artists have used a secret weapon for shine-free results: OC8® Professional Mattifying Gel.

With OC8’s 8-hour formula featuring ACRYSORB®, micro-particles trap facial oils to reduce shine and redness for up to eight hours. You’ll get beautiful, worry-free results that last all day.

OC8 is clinically proven to reduce shine and improve the appearance of facial foundation. It can be used after your regular facial cleansing and moisturizing routine and before applying makeup.

I’ve been using the OC8 for four days now and I love it.  I use about a pea size amount of the product, dot it all over my face, rub it in with my fingers and let it sink in before applying my foundation.  I apply my makeup around 4:30AM on weekdays and I notice just the smallest bit of shine on my nose around 3:00PM in the afternoon.  I’ve read reviews where some people had to use more than a pea size amount of the product before it worked for them so adjust the amount you use accordingly.  The scent isn’t very pleasant - I think it smells like plastic.   It does disappear after you get it rubbed into the skin.  I am very happy with this product and I will definitely repurchase it after this tube is gone.

Did you receive the September GLOSSYBOX?  What did you think about the products.

I hope you all are having a great day.

Take care,
Kat

GLOSSYBOX US August 2012

Hi Everyone,

I received my August Glossybox on Saturday and wanted you to see what I received.  As always, I'm really excited to try all these products. 

1.  Biolage ExquisiteOil Replenishing Treatment

• This treatment is a versatile serum infused with a Moringa Oil Blend.  This ultimate potion gives instant shine and weightless replenishment to all hair types. 

2.  Ellis Faas Ellis Lips

• The lightweight and long-lasting lip products come in three fabulous textures; creamy lips for a matte finish, milky lips for a gloss finish and glazed lips for a touch of color.  They are paraben-free, loaded with vitamin E and blend into the lips leaving them soft and conditioned.  I couldn't tell what color this is from the box...it's either LIOS or LIO5.

This color is very dark for me and I would have to sheer it out to wear it.  I swatched this on the inside of my arm and I did have to work and getting it off, so the long-lasting part might be true.  I'll see how long it lasts on my lips!!

3.  Illamasqua Nail Varnish

• Award-winning, extremely hardwearing and chip-resistant, there's an Illamasqua Nail Varnish for every shade of humanity.  Apply two coats for extra intensity.  This is in the color Taint.  I am really excited to try this.

4.  Ole Henriksen Truth Serum

• This high powered vitamin C complex helps smooth out lines and wrinkles, fights environmental aggressors and keeps your skin moisturized, nourished and protected.  Apply mornings and evenings.  There was also a coupon included.

5.  Touch in Sol Feel like Honey Moon Skin Base

• Apply this fantastic primer after your skincare routine and before your makeup.  It's honey texture firms and revitalizes the skin and allaows for a better makeup application.

So, there you have it.  The items from my August 2012 GLOSSYBOX.  I'm looking forward to trying all of them.

Have you tried any of these products?  What was your opinion of them?

I hope you're having a beautiful day!

Take care,
Kat

Glossybox USA – May 2012 Products & Reviews

Hello Everyone,

I am so sorry I’ve been away from my blog for so long.  Spring and summer is a very busy time for me, but I promise to be more dedicated to my blog from now on. 

GLOSSYBOX finally launched in the USA and I received the May GLOSSYBOX (USA).  It is the largest of the subscription services that I know of, serving 15 countries worldwide.  I was impressed immediately after removing the mailing box.  It comes beautifully packaged and I can reuse this box for many different things, including storage or even as a gift box.

Beautiful pink box

I opened the pink box and found five large (some full) sized samples and one makeup brush.

1. Amore Pacific – Moisture Bound Refreshing Hydra-Gel
Amore Pacific Moisture Bound Refreshing Hydra-Gel is a hydrating gel moisturizer that leaves your skin feeling bright and refreshed.  Notice your complexion visibly improve, giving you confidence and a natural glow.

2.  Burberry Beauty – Lip Mist Natural Lip Sheer Lipstick in Copper No. 202

A creamy lipstick that offers a hint of natural, sheer color leaving your lips moist and dewy.

3.  Marvis Whitening toothpaste. (full size)
Make the most of your splendid smile with a whitening toothpaste dripping in cool mint freshness, all while protecting against decay, tartar, and plaque.

4.  Phyto – Phytojoba Intense Hydrating Mask for Dry Hair
Indulge in luxury and aroma with a conditioning treatment that moisturizes and detangles strands without weighing hair down.  Nourish, revive and delight.

5.  Zoya – Summer 2012 Beach and Surf Collection in Zuza (full size)
Dive into the creamy shades and shimmering sea foils of the Zoya Beach & Surf Collection.  Allow your nails to go on vacation every day.

Extra:  GLOSSYBOX Blush Brush crafted from the finest goat’s hair – an essential for any world beauty jetsetter.

I was really excited about all the products that were in the box and impressed with the sizes.

The first thing I tried was the Zoya polish.  As you know, I love Zoya nail polish.  The color is not my favorite and didn’t look good on my skin tone, but that doesn’t take away from the quality, wear, and durability of the polish.  I did buy other colors in the Beach and Surf Collection and I highly recommend Zoya polish.

Zoya in Zuza

The Amore Pacific Moisture Bound Refreshing Hydra-Gel is not really a gel, or what I think of as a gel product.  It has a light, creamy consistency and is a seafoam green color.  It blends into the skin nicely and makes the skin feel soft and smooth.  I used it in the morning under my makeup (before primer) and my skin got very oily early in the morning, so I started using it at night.  Some people think the scent is too strong, but I didn’t mind the scent.  It smells a bit like menthol.  It’s nice, but I would not purchase it – especially since it costs $100 for 1.7 oz.  It is from Korea.

The next thing I tried was the Phyto Phytojoba Intense Hydrating Mask for Dry Hair.  This is a wonderful product and I love it.  My hair didn’t have any tangles as I was combing it out and after drying my hair was soft, smooth and without any frizzy ends.  The scent is very nice.  The directions say to use a quarter size amount but since I have thick hair I used more.  I will be buying this product when I have used up the sample.  Full size is 6.7oz and costs $38.00.

I was thrilled with the Burberry Beauty Lip Mist Natural Lip Sheer Lipstick.  I thought the sample size was a nice amount of product.  It was in the most gorgeous packaging with the Burberry print on the exterior packing and imprinted on the lipstick itself.  It is adorable.  I think it’s a really nice lipstick, very smooth and creamy on the lips.  I used it with a Estee Lauder lip pencil and thought it looked beautiful.  This is another product I was purchase when the sample size is gone.  It’s a bit expensive, but I will ask for it as a birthday gift.  Full size is $30 for .12oz.

Burberry Beauty – Lip Mist Natural Lip Sheer Lipstick in Copper No. 202

The Marvis Whitening toothpaste was…..toothpaste.  Not much to get excited over but the mint flavor was nice.  I won’t buy this – a full size is $7.50 for 1.230z.  That’s a bit expensive for toothpaste.

Finally, the GLOSSYBOX Blush Brush was nothing really special.  I don’t think it works well as a blush brush but I guess it could be used to dust powder over your face.  It isn’t very soft either. 

All in all, I was very happy with the May GLOSSYBOX and can’t wait for my June box.  I have high expectations for the June box so I hope I am not disappointed.

I did cancel my subscription to MyGlam.  It just wasn’t worth it for me.  The first two months were great, but I have been disappointed ever since.  I’m going to look for something else to subscribe to in it’s place.

If you received a May GLOSSYBOX, let me know what you thought.

Stay tuned, I have a lot of product reviews coming soon!!

Take care,
Kat