January 2015 Birchbox Review

Today's post is a review of my January Birchbox! I posted an unboxing haul here and now it is time to review it.  

 

1. Key West Aloe's Gentle Aloe Cleanser- I used this a lot this month. I did like how cleansing and gentle this cleanser was. My skin was irritated for a lot of the month and this cleanser was perfect. I think this would be perfect for the summer time when my face has gotten some sun. In the winter my skin needs more of an exfoliating cleanser.   

 

2. Essential Elements' Body Lotion- I was sick for a lot this month and this lotion woke up my sinuses. This lotion has a wonderfully mint and rose-merry scent. This lotion was pretty moisturizing but I had to use a lot since my skin was so dry. 

 

3. Katharine's Everyday Eyeliner in Cessna Brown- This eyeliner is amazing! I love its staying power, the color is a deep dark brown. It almost looks black on my eyes, but still not as harsh on my fair skin. 

 

4. Ren's Glycol Lactic Radiance Renewal Mask- I used this mask a few times and I could see the difference in my skin. It did seem to brighten up my face, I didn't think it exfoliate it very well.

 

5. Sweet Science's Invisible Daily Tint- I was actually very disappointed in this product. I tried this a few times and it didn't seem to go on my face very well. I am going to try this again in the summer time and see when my face is a little less dry if it goes on better.  

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I hope you enjoyed this post! I love reviewing my Birchbox products each month. Next Monday my February Birchbox Unboxing will be up! I am so excited to share it with you. Let me know what you got in your birchbox down below or if you have any questions about Birchbox! 

~Annelise

March Favorites!

 

It is the end of the month which means it is favorite time! 

1. Nail Polish Removers- I love these two nail polish removers! Both of these removers have a sponge inside that all you have to do is stick your finger in and wiggle it and move it in and out and your nail polish comes right off! It works with any nail polish, even glitter! I have used both of these brands and I think both are very good! 

 2. Body Drench Daily Replenish Moisture lotion- This month was spring break for me and I wasn't going to be going anywhere, but I still wanted to get a tan! When cleaning out my bathroom I found this lotion my mom gave me awhile ago and I wanted to give it a chance. This lotion gives you so much color quickly, I now use it every other day to every three days because it gives so much color.

 3. Wet N' Wild Colorfusion in White- This eyeliner is so pigmented and stays all day long. I love white eyeliner on my waterline it really brightens my eyes and make them look more awake! 

 4. Covergirl Lash Blast Fusion in Black- This mascara is the the second mascara I put on (the first is a lengthening) and it really makes my lashes look thick and voluminous! 

5. Avon Mint Nailpolish- I already have a post on this nail polish, click here! But I got so many compliments on it when I wore, such an awesome spring color!

6. Burt's Bees Beeswax Hand Creme in Almond Milk- This stuff is VERY waxy and sticky. It has a pretty strong almond smell as well. I was not a fan when I first got it, but I only use it for spot treatments (when my a part of my body is really dry) and it works miracles! I also love the little jar it is in. 

 7. Lancome Bi-Facial Eye Makeup Remover- I didn't realize until I was looking this product up online that it was by Lancome. My mom had given this to my awhile back. The eye-makeup remover is so gentle it feels like water on your eyes but it gets the makeup off so well! 

 8. Maybelline Fit me Power in 125 Nude Beige- I have been loving this powder this month. It has some light coverage but it never looks cakey. It is a little to dark for me but I can blend it out and it looks perfect.  

I hope you enjoyed reading. Have a great day! What is one thing you do to make yourself look more awake? 

~Annelise

NOTD: Mint Avon

This week I was really feeling spring and since spring break is coming up I felt really inspired to wear a spring color. This color is one of my favorites. This nail polish is Mint by Avon I have had this color for many years when my grandma who used to work for Avon. I got so many compliments on my nails when I wore it, I can't tell you how much I love it! 

Inside - Natural Lighting

Inside- Yellow Lighting

Inside - Yellow Lighting

Outside- Shade

Outside- Sun

Outside- Sun

My grandma, husband and I at our wedding!

I hope you are as excited for spring as I am! I love spring with it getting warmer and all the colors its one of my favorites! What's your favorite season?  I hope you enjoyed reading! 

Thanks for reading! 
~Annelise