June 2016 Birchbox Review

I received this on June 8th and so it is time to share with you my thoughts after using my June Birchbox for over a month. I enjoyed some of these products. Let me know if you have any questions. I do pay for this and so my opinions are my own. 

1. The Beauty Crop PBJ Smoothie Stick in Raisin the Roof- I really enjoyed using this lip prodcut. It was a super simple color and very moisturizing. Perfect for summer! 

2. Davines Authentic Replenishing Butter for Face, Hair & Body- I used at night to remove makeup. I have enough conditioner so I didn't use it on my hair. It was an okay makeup remover and moisturizer. I didn't seem to get all my makeup off and I am currently trying to work on that and make sure everything is off and I had to go over it a few times to get everything off. 

3.  Davines Authentic Cleansing Nectar Hair/Body- This was used as a body wash again I have a lot of shampoos and so I didn't use it as that. It was okay. I didn't notice anything great or horrible about it. I still needed lotion with this, but I could skip it every other time. 

4.  LOC One & Done Shadow Stick in Haute Cocoa- I loved this color! I only used it a few times because I was working on another cream eyeshadow in my Project pan. I liked the color, but I couldn't seem to get the application right. It either didn't been at all and was streaky or it blended out too much. 

5.  Air Repair Complexion Boosting Moisturizer- I was disappointed that is doesn't have SPF especially for the summer time. If it had SPF I would purchase the full size because it leave my skin moisturized but not too greasy.

6.  NUXE Rêve de Miel® Facial Cleansing and Make-Up Removing Gel- This was a face wash and makeup remover in one. It worked okay, but my issue with this was the smell! I couldn't believe how strong the scent was! 

I hope you enjoyed my final thoughts on these products. In two days I will have my July Birchbox Unboxing up and ready for you. Don't forget to watch the above video.

~Annelise

February 2015 Birchbox Unboxing

It's Unboxing time! I actually got my February Birchbox the 6th of this month, but this was the first available time that it worked. I actually got the curated box this month which means I got the pre-made box that they let you pick from. I chose to pick this box because I had never tired any of the products and it looked interesting. I hope you enjoy! 

1. Sumita Color Contrast Eyeliner in Raina- This was the product that I was least excited about because I have a ton of eyeliners I need to get through. I decied to get the box anyways just because I don't have a navy eyeliner and I have been loving it for the bottom lashes.

2. derma e® Anti-Wrinkle Vitamin A Glycolic Scrub- When I picked this box I didn't realize that this was a scrub and I have been loving it. It has nice size beads that really exfoliate my skin.

3. Fekkai Blowout Hair Refresher Dry Shampoo- I am always on the hunt for a good dry shampoo! My hair is really greasy and dry shampoos are my best friend especially with my internship and having to look presentable so early in the morning.

4. Not Soap, Radio Body Wash- I am always up for a new body was and this bodywash is called "Stuff That Cupid Dips His Arrows In” it's a blackberry and vanilla cream scent with ginseng, which is said to kick up pheromones; and is exclusive-to-Birchbox.

5. theBalm® cosmetics Read My Lips™ Lip Gloss - I don't need anymore lip-gloss (My Lipgloss Collection is Coming on Thursday), but I saw the color and fell in love!

WATCH THE VIDEO HERE! 

I hope you enjoyed this short unboxing post. My review will be up in early April once I have had a chance to try them. Hope you have a wonderful day! 

~Annelise

January 2015 Birchbox Unboxing

I received my January 2015 Birchbox over a week ago, but with my schedule this was the first time I could really sit down and look at the products I received. Birchbox is a monthly subscription that is a flat $10, I love it and have been getting it for years! This post will be showing you the products I got in my box. I will have a review post up, in a month, telling you how I like these products. 

1. Essential Elements Wake Up Rosemary Body Lotion- If you saw my Project Pan Post you will see that I am trying to use up a lotion, however I am doing really well and am excited to add this lotion in with that one! This lotion's packaging is adorable I don't know how effective it will for getting product out. I liked the smell of this lotion, it was very natural. 

2. Katherine Cosmetics Everyday Eyeliner in Brown- Recently, I have been trying to be more consistent with eyeliner. (I have a lot and I need to start getting some use out of them.) This eyeliner will be perfect because it won't be harsh and I can easily smudge it in if I mess up. I am excited to use this! 

3. Key West Aloe Gentles Aloe Facial Cleanser- This month has been a little stressful (in a great way!) My face has been showing some effects, this cleanser is suppose to cleans calm and re-balance which sounds perfect! 

4. REN Glycol Lactic Radiance Renewal Mask- I saw this and normally I am not a huge fan of masks, unless they are mud masks. I am interested to try this because it is suppose to exfoliate and brighten two things my face needs! So, I hope I am pleasantly surprised! 

5. Sweet Science Invisible Daily Tint SPF 35- I love products like this! They have a tint, and SPF  it is a perfect combination especially on days, that you just want the basics. 


I hope you enjoyed and are excited about the review post! Don't forget to watch the video for more of a first impressions! Have a wonderful day! 

~Annelise

July 2014 Empties (Part 2)

Here is Part 2 of my July Empties! I finished 14 products this month and these are products 8-14. Click here for Part 1. Some of these products have some hair on them because they have been sitting in my room with my two cats and dog!

1. Philosphy Purity Facial Cleasner (Might Repurchase)- I got this in my Birchbox and fell in love! I didn't want to use this up so I only used it when I traveled! Since I have been trying to use up products I decided it was time to use this product a few more times and use it up

2. Oscar Blandi Hair Serum (Not Repurchase)- This little sample took a long time to use up! It was a great hair oil, but I like other oils much better, so I won't repurchase this product.

3. Weleda Wild Rose Smoothing Facial Lotion (Might Repurchase)- I loved this product! It smelled so good! It was a wonderful lotion to use at night when I didn't want to use a thick night cream! It was a great lotion and might have to repurchase it! 

4. The Body Shop Honey & Oat 3-in-1 Scrub Mask (Repurchase)- I loved this mask! It was cleansing, exfoliate, and moisturizing! I bought this on a whim and I am so glad I did! 

5. Supergoop! City Sunscreen Serum (Not Repurcahse)- I got this in my Birchbox and loved it! It was super smooth and seemed to protect my skin. I won't be repurchasing this because I like sunscreen that has a little tint to it. 

6. Burt's Bees Super Shiny Natural Lip Gloss in Sweet Pink (Not Repurchase)- I love the Burt Bee's brand and their products. This product was a lovely pink color. It was a little less sticky than 

7. Viva La Juicy (Repurchase)- I love this perfume! I received this as a sample in my Birchbox over a year ago and I tried it a few times and went out and repurchased the full size, I recently found this sample and decided to use it up! I love this scent and already own the full-size and live it!  

I hope you enjoy! Have a wonderful day! 

~Annelise

June 2014 Empties (Part 2)

Hey! Today's post is the second part of my June empties, Part 1 is here. I hope you enjoy this post and are liking these posts about products I have used up! I know I get excited every month seeing the products I have used! If you have a lot of excess beauty products I would really recommend doing this because it feels like you are making progress!

1. Bath and Body Works Pink Sugarplum Fragrance Mist (Not Repurchase)- This summer I am living at my in-laws and our cat's are living in the room with us. In short, our room smells most of the time. I have been using some Febreze to get rid of the odor and then added this on top and it made the room smell so good! I loved the scent of this, so I might have to get the body cream if they come back out with this scent again during the winter months. I am not going to be purchasing any more fragrance mists. 

2. Head and Shoulders Green Apple Dandruff Shampoo (Might Repurchase)- This shampoo smelled amazing! I switched up how I washed my hair in the middle of using this products so I think that helped my dry scalp. I would repurchase this for the smell, not becasue it is a dandruff shampoo.

4. No.4 Fleurs de Temps Volumizing Condition (Not Repurchase)- I got this in my May Birchbox. I only got a few uses out of it, but I am very happy with my Aussie 3-minute miracle, so I won't purchase the full size.

5. Origins Checks and Balances Frothy Face Wash (Repurchase)- I received this in my Birchbox months ago and I started using this with an exfoliate which worked so well. I want to purchase the full size once I have used up some of my other face washes. 

6. SHU UEMURA Art of Hair Essence Absolue Nourishing Protective Oil (Not Repurchase)- I also received this in my Birchbox over a year ago and found it when I was moving this last December and started using it a few months ago. I liked putting in my hair after I showered. I will not be repurchasing this because I love other hair oils better.

   

7. Befine Lip Serum (Not Repurchase)- I have had this lip serum for three years and I finally used it up! I used it mainly in the morning before I put on my makeup. I liked it, but wasn't in love with it so I won't repurchase this.

8. E.L.F. Tinted Moisturizer (Not Repurchase)- I did a review on this product and if you saw that I was so glad to see this products go! 

I hope enjoyed this post! Let me know what a product that you are almost done with down below! Have a wonderful day! 

~Annelise

June BIrchbox 2104 Unboxing

I was so excited that my Birchbox made it to my husband's parents house (where I am staying this summer) ! Here are the products that were in this box. Birchbox is a monthly subscription that is $10 and you get sample products and I love it!

1. Cynthia Rowley Beauty's Creamy Lip Stain in Valentine- This lip-stain is a gorgeous color. It is suppose to be long lasting and moisturizing like I said in my May Birchbox Review I love lip products so I am so excited to wear this and test how long it wears. 

2. Dr. Hauschka's Lemon Lemongrass Vitalizing Body Wash- Lemon is my favorite scent and flavor, so this body wash smells amazing. I want to see how long/strong the scent is and how hydrating it is. 

3. Joie's Folle de Joie Eau de Parfum- This scent is a fresh scent and I usually go for a sweeter or floral scent so I am excited to try and see if I fall in love with this scent.

4. Mally Beauty's Volumizing Mascara- I received a mascara similar to this one a few months back and I loved it! This brush is a little thinner and the wand is a little longer. I hoping I love this mascara just as much as I did the other Mally mascara I received. 

5. Perlier's Body Cream in Shea Almond- In the summer with all the swimming I do, body lotions are essential, so I am ready to put this one to the test! It is in the Shea Almond scent which I am not a huge fan of but we will see. 

I will let you know in July how I liked these products! What is your summer essentials? One of mine is definitely a body cream/lotion/butter. Thanks for reading! Have a wonderful week! 

~Annelise

42 Beauty Questions (Part 1)

I did a tag video on my Beauty Channel in two parts, the first part was up at the end of January, the second part should be up February 4th or 5th (along with another blog post). I did 21 questions each time to keep the videos short. Below are the first 21 questions, feel free and answer them! Make sure you let me know so I can read/watch your answers! 

TAG: 40 Beauty Questions (Part 1)

1. How many times do you wash your face daily? I try and wash my face in the morning and at night, it doesn't always happen though. 
2. What skin type do you have? (dry, oily or combination)  I would say I have combination skin, some parts are really oily while other parts are dry. I have more dry/oily patches depending on the season.
3. What is your current facial wash?  I use two different ones. One in the morning which is Morning Burst by Clean & Clear and one in the evening Fresh Foaming Cleanser by Neutrogena. 
4. Do you exfoliate? Yes, it is my favorite thing! It always makes my skin feel soft, I love it!
5. What brand do you use? I try and exfoliate in every step, my morning face wash has little beads in in, as does one of my face masks. I do have two specific face exfoliators the first is St. Ives Naturally Clear Apricot Scrub and it has large beads. The second is BrightenUp! by Vasanti and it feels a lot like sand and it is quickly becoming my favorite. 
   
6. What moisturizer do you use? If you saw my January Favorites Post I talk about how in the morning I mix a tinted moisturizer with my moisturizer and at night I use the Neutrogena Naturals Multi-Vitamin Nourishing Night Cream. It is nice and thick to really moisturize my face at night.
7. Do you have freckles? Yes, around and on my nose. They are more prominent in the summer when I get tan. 

   

   My morning moisturizing products 

8. Do you use eye cream? No, let me know of a good you use! 
9. Do you or did you have acne prone skin? I have never had bad acne, but have always had some.
10. Did you ever use ProActiv?  I believe my brother used it for awhile, so when he wasn't going to use it, I tried it. 
11. What foundation do you use? I am working on finishing a few and none of them are my favorite per say. I love BB creams though, my favorite that I have tried is one by Garnier. It is thick and covers decently well with out being heavy.

    

    My two favorite "foundations" at the moment!

12. How about concealer? I am also working on using up some old concealers but my favorite of all time is the Bo-ing by Benefit.
13. Do you know your undertone color? I am not sure, I think it is neutral. Let me know if you think you know! 
14. What do you think of fake eyelashes? Never worn them and don't plan it. I hate pain and I have never really feel like I have needed them. My eyelashes have served me well. 
15. Did you know that you are supposed to change your mascara every 3 months? Yes I do know that but honestly I don't change it. I wait until the product is gone or it is dry.
16. What brand of mascara do you use? I usually go with what ever packaging looks cool or if I have heard some good things about it. Currently, I am really loving one I got in my Birchbox from the brand Mally. 
    
17. Sephora or Mac? I like Sephora because there is more variety in products and in price.
18. Do you have a MAC Pro-Card? No I have only ordered from MAC once, online. 
19. What make-up tools do you use in make-up application? I use brushes for any powder based products. I usually use a sponge or my fingers for any liquid product.
20. Do you use make-up base/primer for the eyes? Sometimes, more often then not I use a cream eye shadow before I put powder eye shadows on and it hold it pretty well.
21. For the face? A lot of times I don't, I will just use a moisturizer underneath. If I really want my makeup to stay for all day and more, I will use a primer. I like to use Smashbox's Photo Finish primer, it is light weight and silky on the skin.

Thanks for reading! Don't forget to answer these questions! Have a great day! 

~Annelise